Intellectual resources in polish enterprises in the SME sector - analysis of the obtained research results

Abstract

In the modern market economy, intellectual resources are the main driving force behind the economic and technological development of enterprises in the SME sector. This issue is a key factor for the development of this type of enterprises in Poland. The article presents the results of research including published statistical data (Polish and European reports) and own surveys carried out in a group of 32 enterprises belonging to the sector of small and medium-sized enterprises. Questionnaire interview (oral communication, standardization of the message, individual respondent, presence of an interviewer) was directed to the managerial staff. The aim of the research was to determine the level of knowledge about intellectual resources and their role and importance for the functioning and development of the company. Statistical surveys and results obtained from interviews were illustrated with drawings. The analysis of the obtained results indicates low interest in practical issues of intellectual property management in the surveyed enterprises, which are again reflected in the limited use of these resources in order to build innovative potential and competitive advantage. In this area, our own research coincides with statistical data, including the European Innovation Scoreboard (2017).