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Allan Macpherson

Dr Allan Macpherson
MA, MRes, PhD

Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurial and Organizational Learning
Strategy, IB and Entrepreneurship

Publications

Selected publications

  1. Organizational Learning From Hidden Improvisation (Journal article - 2022)
  2. Resourcing Social Enterprises: The Role of Socially Oriented Bootstrapping (Journal article - 2020)
  3. Developing dynamic capabilities through resource accretion: expanding the entrepreneurial solution space (Journal article - 2015)
  4. Entrepreneurial potential: The role of human and cultural capitals (Journal article - 2014)
  5. Learning during crisis as a ‘war for meaning’: The case of the German <i>Escherichia coli</i> outbreak in 2011 (Journal article - 2014)
  6. Life course pathways to business start-up. (Journal article - 2014)
  7. Resourcing the Start-up Business (Book - 2014)
  8. Learning in owner-managed small firms: Mediating artefacts and strategic space (Journal article - 2010)
  9. Policy and Practice: Recursive Learning From Crisis (Journal article - 2010)
  10. Sensemaking, rhetoric and the socially competent entrepreneur (Journal article - 2010)
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2022

2020

Resourcing Social Enterprises: The Role of Socially Oriented Bootstrapping

Jayawarna, D., Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2020). Resourcing Social Enterprises: The Role of Socially Oriented Bootstrapping. British Journal of Management, 31(01), 56-79. doi:10.1111/1467-8551.12334

DOI
10.1111/1467-8551.12334
Journal article

2019

2018

From Rule Breaking to Organizational Learning: Decoupling and Recoupling Local Actions and Rules

Macpherson, A., Breslin, D., & Akinci, C. (2018). From Rule Breaking to Organizational Learning: Decoupling and Recoupling Local Actions and Rules. In Academy of Management Proceedings Vol. 2018 (pp. 10383). Academy of Management. doi:10.5465/ambpp.2018.10383abstract

DOI
10.5465/ambpp.2018.10383abstract
Conference Paper

Internationalization Learning in a Strategic Partnership: A Case Study of Two UK County Police Forces

MacPherson, A., & Akinci, C. (2018, April 25). Internationalization Learning in a Strategic Partnership: A Case Study of Two UK County Police Forces. In Organizational Learning and Capabilities. Liverpool.

Conference Paper

2017

2015

Developing dynamic capabilities through resource accretion: expanding the entrepreneurial solution space

Macpherson, A., Herbane, B., & Jones, O. (2015). Developing dynamic capabilities through resource accretion: expanding the entrepreneurial solution space. Entrepreneurship & Regional Development, 27(5-6), 259-291. doi:10.1080/08985626.2015.1038598

DOI
10.1080/08985626.2015.1038598
Journal article

Becoming an entrepreneur The unexplored role of childhood and adolescent human capital

Jayawarna, D., Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2015). Becoming an entrepreneur The unexplored role of childhood and adolescent human capital. In ENTREPRENEURIAL LEARNING: NEW PERSPECTIVES IN RESEARCH, EDUCATION AND PRACTICE (pp. 45-71). Retrieved from https://www.webofscience.com/

Chapter

2014

Entrepreneurial potential: The role of human and cultural capitals

Jayawarna, D., Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2014). Entrepreneurial potential: The role of human and cultural capitals. International Small Business Journal: Researching Entrepreneurship, 32(8), 918-943. doi:10.1177/0266242614525795

DOI
10.1177/0266242614525795
Journal article

Life course pathways to business start-up.

Jayawarna, D., Rouse, J., & Macpherson, A. (2014). Life course pathways to business start-up.. Entrepreneurship & Regional Development, 26(3-4), 282-312. doi:10.1080/08985626.2014.901420

DOI
10.1080/08985626.2014.901420
Journal article

Chapter 16: Research perspectives on learning in small firms

Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2014). Chapter 16: Research perspectives on learning in small firms. In Handbook of Research on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (pp. 289-312). Edward Elgar Publishing. doi:10.4337/9781849809245.00026

DOI
10.4337/9781849809245.00026
Chapter

Research perspectives on learning in small firms

Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2014). Research perspectives on learning in small firms. In Handbook of Research on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Edward Elgar Publishing. doi:10.4337/9781849809245.00026

DOI
10.4337/9781849809245.00026
Chapter

Resourcing the Start-up Business

Jones, O., Macpherson, A., & Jayawarna, D. (n.d.). Resourcing the Start-up Business. Routledge. doi:10.4324/9781003312918

DOI
10.4324/9781003312918
Book

2013

Resourcing the Start-Up Business

Jones, O., Macpherson, A., & Jayawarna, D. (n.d.). Resourcing the Start-Up Business. Routledge. doi:10.4324/9780203104569

DOI
10.4324/9780203104569
Book

Translating strategy into practice: the role of communities of practice

Macpherson, A., & Antonacopoulou, E. (2013). Translating strategy into practice: the role of communities of practice. Journal of Strategy and Management, 6(3), 265-285. doi:10.1108/jsma-11-2012-0061

DOI
10.1108/jsma-11-2012-0061
Journal article

2012

Editorial: Why strategic organisational learning and why now?

Antonacopoulou, E., Güttel, W. H., Kaiser, S., Macpherson, A., & Méric, J. (2012). Editorial: Why strategic organisational learning and why now?. International Journal of Knowledge Management Studies, 5(1-2), 1-9.

Journal article

Why strategic organisational learning and why now?

Antonacopoulou, E., Guttel, W. H., Kaiser, S., Macpherson, A., Meric, J., & Muller-Seitz, G. (2012). Why strategic organisational learning andwhy now?. International Journal of Knowledge Management Studies (IJKMS), 5(1/2), 1-10.

Journal article

2011

New business creation and regional development: Enhancing resource acquisition in areas of social deprivation

Jayawarna, D., Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2011). New business creation and regional development: Enhancing resource acquisition in areas of social deprivation. Entrepreneurship &amp; Regional Development, 23(9-10), 735-761. doi:10.1080/08985626.2010.520337

DOI
10.1080/08985626.2010.520337
Journal article

2010

Learning in owner-managed small firms: Mediating artefacts and strategic space

Jones, O., Macpherson, A., & Thorpe, R. (2010). Learning in owner-managed small firms: Mediating artefacts and strategic space. Entrepreneurship &amp; Regional Development, 22(7-8), 649-673. doi:10.1080/08985620903171368

DOI
10.1080/08985620903171368
Journal article

Policy and Practice: Recursive Learning From Crisis

Elliott, D., & Macpherson, A. (2010). Policy and Practice: Recursive Learning From Crisis. Group &amp; Organization Management, 35(5), 572-605. doi:10.1177/1059601110383406

DOI
10.1177/1059601110383406
Journal article

Making sense of mediated learning: Cases from small firms

Macpherson, A., Kofinas, A., Jones, O., & Thorpe, R. (2010). Making sense of mediated learning: Cases from small firms. Management Learning, 41(3), 303-323. doi:10.1177/1350507609357002

DOI
10.1177/1350507609357002
Journal article

Making sense of mediated learning: Cases from small firms

Macpherson, A., Kofinas, A., Jones, O., & Thorpe, R. (2010). Making sense of mediated learning: Cases from small firms. Management Learning, 41(3), 303-323. doi:10.1177/1350507609357002

DOI
10.1177/1350507609357002
Journal article

Editorial: Strategies for the Development of <i>International Journal of Management Reviews</i>

Macpherson, A., & Jones, O. (2010). Editorial: Strategies for the Development of <i>International Journal of Management Reviews</i>. International Journal of Management Reviews, 12(2), 107-113. doi:10.1111/j.1468-2370.2010.00282.x

DOI
10.1111/j.1468-2370.2010.00282.x
Journal article

Sensemaking, rhetoric and the socially competent entrepreneur

Holt, R., & Macpherson, A. (2010). Sensemaking, rhetoric and the socially competent entrepreneur. International Small Business Journal: Researching Entrepreneurship, 28(1), 20-42. doi:10.1177/0266242609350822

DOI
10.1177/0266242609350822
Journal article

Policy and Practice: Recursive Learning from Crisis.

Elliott, D., & Macpherson, A. (2010). Policy and Practice: Recursive Learning from Crisis.. Group & Organization Management, 35(5), 572-605.

Journal article

2009

Islands of Practice: Conflict and a Lack of ‘Community’ in Situated Learning

Macpherson, A., & Clark, B. (2009). Islands of Practice: Conflict and a Lack of ‘Community’ in Situated Learning. Management Learning, 40(5), 551-568. doi:10.1177/1350507609340810

DOI
10.1177/1350507609340810
Journal article

Bootstrapping as a Dynamic Capability: Conceptualising Innovation in Technology-Based Small Firms

Jayawarna, D., Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2009). Bootstrapping as a Dynamic Capability: Conceptualising Innovation in Technology-Based Small Firms. In ISBE (pp. 10). Liverpool: ISBE.

Conference Paper

Policy and Practice: Recursive Learning from Crises

Elliott, D., & Macpherson, A. (2009). Policy and Practice: Recursive Learning from Crises. In OLKC (pp. 5). Amsterdam: OLKC.

Conference Paper

The Utilisation of Bootstrapping in Emerging Business

Jayawarna, D., Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2009). The Utilisation of Bootstrapping in Emerging Business. In The End of the Pier? Competing perspectives on the challenges facing business and management (pp. 10). Brighton: BAM.

Conference Paper

2008

Entrepreneurial Ventures in Higher Education

Jones, O., Macpherson, A., & Woollard, D. (2008). Entrepreneurial Ventures in Higher Education. International Small Business Journal: Researching Entrepreneurship, 26(6), 683-708. doi:10.1177/0266242608096089

DOI
10.1177/0266242608096089
Journal article

Object-mediated learning and strategic renewal in a mature organization

Macpherson, A., & Jones, O. (2008). Object-mediated learning and strategic renewal in a mature organization. MANAGEMENT LEARNING, 39(2), 177-201. doi:10.1177/1350507607087580

DOI
10.1177/1350507607087580
Journal article

The Evolution of Business Knowledge in Smaller Firms

Jones, O., Thorpe, R., Macpherson, A., & Holt, R. (2008). The Evolution of Business Knowledge in Smaller Firms. In H. Scarbrough (Ed.), The Evolution of Business Knowledge (pp. 23-50). Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Chapter

2007

Training approaches in manufacturing SMEs

Macpherson, A., & Jayawarna, D. (2007). Training approaches in manufacturing SMEs. Education + Training, 49(8/9), 698-719. doi:10.1108/00400910710834102

DOI
10.1108/00400910710834102
Journal article

The evolution of business knowledge in SMEs: conceptualizing strategic space

Jones, O., Macpherson, A., Thorpe, R., & Ghecham, A. (2007). The evolution of business knowledge in SMEs: conceptualizing strategic space. Strategic Change, 16(6), 281-294. doi:10.1002/jsc.803

DOI
10.1002/jsc.803
Journal article

Training commitment and performance in manufacturing SMEs

Jayawarna, D., Macpherson, A., & Wilson, A. (2007). Training commitment and performance in manufacturing SMEs. Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development, 14(2), 321-338. doi:10.1108/14626000710746736

DOI
10.1108/14626000710746736
Journal article

Knowledge, learning and small firm growth: A systematic review of the evidence

Macpherson, A., & Holt, R. (2007). Knowledge, learning and small firm growth: A systematic review of the evidence. Research Policy, 36(2), 172-192. doi:10.1016/j.respol.2006.10.001

DOI
10.1016/j.respol.2006.10.001
Journal article

'Thematic Analysis'

Macpherson, A. (2007). 'Thematic Analysis'. In R. Thorpe, & R. Holt (Eds.), Sage Dictionary of Qualitative Management Research (pp. x). London: Sage.

Chapter

'Training Approaches in Manufacturing SMEs: Measuring the Influence of Ownership, Structure and Markets'

Macpherson, A., & Jayawarna, D. (2007). 'Training Approaches in Manufacturing SMEs: Measuring the Influence of Ownership, Structure and Markets'. Education + Training, Vol. 4(8/9).

Journal article

Studying the Evolution of Knowledge within Small and Medium Sized Firms: A Systematic Review

Thorpe, R., Holt, R., Macpherson, A., & Pittaway, L. (2007). Studying the Evolution of Knowledge within Small and Medium Sized Firms: A Systematic Review. London: AIM.

Report

Training Commitment and Performance in Manufacturing SMEs: Incidence, Intensity and Approaches'

Jayawarna, D., Macpherson, A., & Wilson, A. (2007). Training Commitment and Performance in Manufacturing SMEs: Incidence, Intensity and Approaches'. Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development,, 14(2), 321-328.

Journal article

2006

Managers' perceptions of management development needs in manufacturing SMEs

Jayawarna, D., Macpherson, A., & Wilson, A. (2006). Managers' perceptions of management development needs in manufacturing SMEs. Education + Training, 48(8/9), 666-681. doi:10.1108/00400910610710083

DOI
10.1108/00400910610710083
Journal article

Conceptualizing the Learning Process in SMEs

Zhang, M., Macpherson, A., & Jones, O. (2006). Conceptualizing the Learning Process in SMEs. International Small Business Journal: Researching Entrepreneurship, 24(3), 299-323. doi:10.1177/0266242606063434

DOI
10.1177/0266242606063434
Journal article

Inter-Organizational Learning and Strategic Renewal in SMEs

Jones, O., & Macpherson, A. (2006). Inter-Organizational Learning and Strategic Renewal in SMEs. Long Range Planning, 39(2), 155-175. doi:10.1016/j.lrp.2005.02.012

DOI
10.1016/j.lrp.2005.02.012
Journal article

'Managers' Perceptions of Management Development Needs in Manufacturing SMEs'

Jayawarna, D., Macpherson, A., & Wilson, A. (2006). 'Managers' Perceptions of Management Development Needs in Manufacturing SMEs'. Education + Training, 48(8/9), 666-681.

Journal article

Learning to Grow: The Evolution of Business Knowledge in Small Manufacturing Firms

Macpherson, A. (2006). Learning to Grow: The Evolution of Business Knowledge in Small Manufacturing Firms. (PhD Thesis, Manchester Metropolitan University).

Thesis / Dissertation

The evolution of business knowledge in small firms

Thorpe, R., Jones, O., Holt, R., Macpherson, A., Sharifi, S., & Zhang, M. (2006). The evolution of business knowledge in small firms. Swindon: ESRC.

Report

2005

Using knowledge within small and medium‐sized firms: A systematic review of the evidence

Thorpe, R., Holt, R., Macpherson, A., & Pittaway, L. (2005). Using knowledge within small and medium‐sized firms: A systematic review of the evidence. International Journal of Management Reviews, 7(4), 257-281. doi:10.1111/j.1468-2370.2005.00116.x

DOI
10.1111/j.1468-2370.2005.00116.x
Journal article

'E-learning in the Corporate University'

Homan, G., & Macpherson, A. (2005). 'E-learning in the Corporate University'. Journal of European Industrial Training, 29(1), 75-90.

Journal article

'Knowledge within Small and Medium-sized Firms: A Review of the Evidence'

Thorpe, R., Holt, R., Macpherson, A., & Pittaway, L. (2005). 'Knowledge within Small and Medium-sized Firms: A Review of the Evidence'. International Journal of Management Reviews, 7(4), 257-281.

Journal article

'The Implementation and Use of E-learning in the Corporate University'

Macpherson, A., Homan, G., & Wilkinson, K. (2005). 'The Implementation and Use of E-learning in the Corporate University'. Journal of Workplace Learning, 17(1/2), 33-48.

Journal article

E‐learning in the corporate university

Homan, G., & Macpherson, A. (2005). E‐learning in the corporate university. Journal of European Industrial Training, 29(1), 75-90. doi:10.1108/03090590510576226

DOI
10.1108/03090590510576226
Journal article

Learning how to grow: resolving the crisis of knowing

Macpherson, A. (2005). Learning how to grow: resolving the crisis of knowing. Technovation, 25(10), 1129-1140. doi:10.1016/j.technovation.2004.04.002

DOI
10.1016/j.technovation.2004.04.002
Journal article

The implementation and use of e‐learning in the corporate university

Macpherson, A., Homan, G., & Wilkinson, K. (2005). The implementation and use of e‐learning in the corporate university. Journal of Workplace Learning, 17(1/2), 33-48. doi:10.1108/13665620510574441

DOI
10.1108/13665620510574441
Journal article

Virtual reality and innovation networks: opportunity exploitation in dynamic SMEs

Macpherson, A., Jones, O., & Zhang, M. (2005). Virtual reality and innovation networks: opportunity exploitation in dynamic SMEs. International Journal of Technology Management, 30(1/2), 49. doi:10.1504/ijtm.2005.006345

DOI
10.1504/ijtm.2005.006345
Journal article

2004

E-learning: reflections and evaluation of corporate programmes

Macpherson, A., Elliot, M., Harris, I., & Homan, G. (2004). E-learning: reflections and evaluation of corporate programmes. Human Resource Development International, 7(3), 295-313. doi:10.1080/13678860310001630638

DOI
10.1080/13678860310001630638
Journal article

Evolution or Revolution?: Dynamic Capabilities in a Knowledge Dependent Firm'

Macpherson, A., Jones, O., & Zhang, M. (2004). Evolution or Revolution?: Dynamic Capabilities in a Knowledge Dependent Firm'. R&D Management, 34(2), 161-177.

Journal article

Evolution or revolution? Dynamic capabilities in a knowledge‐dependent firm

Macpherson, A., Jones, O., & Zhang, M. (2004). Evolution or revolution? Dynamic capabilities in a knowledge‐dependent firm. R&amp;D Management, 34(2), 161-177. doi:10.1111/j.1467-9310.2004.00331.x

DOI
10.1111/j.1467-9310.2004.00331.x
Journal article

Learning and Knowledge Maangement in Regional Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses

Zhang, M., Macpherson, A., Taylor, D., & Jones, O. (2004). Learning and Knowledge Maangement in Regional Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses. Manchester: MMUBS.

Report

2003

Re‐conceptualising learning spaces: developing capabilities in a high‐tech small firm

Macpherson, A., Jones, O., Zhang, M., & Wilson, A. (2003). Re‐conceptualising learning spaces: developing capabilities in a high‐tech small firm. Journal of Workplace Learning, 15(6), 259-270. doi:10.1108/13665620310488557

DOI
10.1108/13665620310488557
Journal article

Enhancing SMEs’ capability: opportunities in supply chain relationships?

Macpherson, A., & Wilson, A. (2003). Enhancing SMEs’ capability: opportunities in supply chain relationships?. Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development, 10(2), 167-179. doi:10.1108/14626000310473193

DOI
10.1108/14626000310473193
Journal article

Benchmarking Managerial Competences in SMEs: Incidence and Capability

Macpherson, A., Wilson, A., Jayawarna, D., & Elsammani, Z. (2003). Benchmarking Managerial Competences in SMEs: Incidence and Capability. Manchester: MMUBS.

Report

Re-conceptualizing Learning Spaces: Expanding Organizational Capabilities in a High-tech SME'

Macpherson, A., Jones, O., Zhang, M., & Wilson, A. (2003). Re-conceptualizing Learning Spaces: Expanding Organizational Capabilities in a High-tech SME'. Journal of Workplace Learning, 15(6), 259-270.

Journal article

Supply Chain Management: Improving Competitive Advantage in SMEs?'

Macpherson, A., & Wilson, A. (2003). Supply Chain Management: Improving Competitive Advantage in SMEs?'. In O. Jones, & F. Tilley (Eds.), Competitive Advantage in SMEs: Organizing for Innovation and Change (pp. 202-217). Chichester: Wiley.

Chapter

2001

Supply Chain Competences in SMEs: Measuring Capability.

Macpherson, A., & Wilson, A. (2001). Supply Chain Competences in SMEs: Measuring Capability.. Manchester: MMUBS.

Report