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Sass, M., S. Gubik, A., Túry, G.: Three years later – The integration and continuity of digital solutions at subsidiaries in Hungary after the COVID-19 pandemic

tury.g — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:45:30 +0000

Three years later – The integration and continuity of digital solutions at subsidiaries in Hungary after the COVID-19 pandemic

Authors: Magdolna Sass, Andrea Sáfrányné Gubik, Gábor Túry

In: Vezetéstudomány Budapest Management Review, 56(12), 18–27.

DOI: doi.org/10.14267/VEZTUD.2025.12.02

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic precipitated widespread adoption of digital solutions, including applications, intranets, social media, online communication platforms, and other online and remote business solutions. While some of these practices persisted in the post-COVID era, others were modified or abandoned. This study investigates the digital practices of six automotive and electronics subsidiaries in Hungary during the pandemic and over the subsequent three years. The authors’ findings indicate that practices beneficial to companies, such as technological innovations, online training, or meetings, remained integral to operations even after the pandemic. However, the continuity of other practices, such as working from home or remote work, depended on the nature of the position (whether it is related to physical production) and the company’s organizational and business culture (in both home and host countries).

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Sass, M., Vlčková, J.: The impact of state activism on domestic multinationals: The case of Czechia and Hungary

tury.g — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:01:34 +0000

The impact of state activism on domestic multinationals: The case of Czechia and Hungary

Authors: Magdolna Sass, Jana Vlčková

In: Competition & Change, 0(0), (2024)

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/10245294241300680

Abstract

This study examines how changing state activism has influenced the internationalization of Czech and Hungarian MNEs after the global financial crisis. Identifying four key channels – state ownership, business and regulatory environment, industrial policies, and ‘quiet politics’ – we note distinctions in state-business relationships and characteristics of multinationals between the two countries. Hungary experiences a surge in state activism, while Czechia faces relative stagnation with occasional setbacks. Over time, the industrial policy and quiet politics channels have become increasingly important. This is reflected in changes among the top Hungarian multinationals, with new entrants and new owners of existing ones, while no significant changes are observed among Czech MNEs. The study introduces the concept of ‘defensive internationalization’ as a response to an unstable business and political environment, showcasing long-lasting impact on the location of headquarters. The increasing role of industrial policies and new EU programs may enhance the state’s influence on MNEs, yet they also raise concerns about corruption and public fund diversion.

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Csontos, T., Éltető, A., Sass, M.: Aspects of European competitiveness – in the light of the Hungarian Presidency

tury.g — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:53:34 +0000

Aspects of European competitiveness – in the light of the Hungarian Presidency

Authors: Tamás Csontos, Andrea Éltető, Magdolna Sass

In: HUN-REN CERS, Institute of World Economics, Working Paper Nr. 280 (2024) December 2024

Abstract

Competitiveness is a complex concept that can be applied at various levels, such as micro-, meso-, and macro-levels. Comparative analysis of countries can be relevant in certain areas, such as foreign trade and foreign direct investments. These fields primarily reflect the Central and Eastern European region’s strong integration into global value chains. Foreign direct investments have also been perceived as an indicator of competitiveness, although in different ways across industries and economies. This study concentrates on the two domains of foreign trade and FDI, often overlooked in the recent extensive reports on the European single market and competitiveness. Trends and data from 2005 to 2023 are analysed, comparing the USA, China and the EU. Our findings prove the loss of position of the EU but also point to the heterogeneity of the European regions and countries. Finally, we analyse the Budapest Declaration on the New European Competitiveness Deal.

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Gáspár, T., Sass, M.: ‘Space-time dents’ in global value chains – The Hungarian case

mta_vki — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:38:34 +0000

‘Space-time dents’ in global value chains – The Hungarian case

Authors: Tamás Gáspár and Magdolna Sass

In: Society and Economy, 45(3), 173-185.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1556/204.2023.00020

Abstract

The paper takes a special perspective to summarise what researchers have revealed on global value chains in Hungary. The ‘space-time’ structure is how the ‘force field’ of the amount of value added is shared and how the process it creates characterises specific global value chain networks. There is a growing literature that reveals the ‘dents’ of the GVC force field: the uneven distribution of value-added content, and mainly the controversial possibilities to upgrade in the network. Hungary is a typical example of a semi-peripheral or integrated periphery country. The paper discusses the lessons of different global value chain relations of the country in different geographical environments in terms of the two dimensions of ‘space’ and ‘time’; that is the potential and structure of value added and its dynamics, as well as compares them through an automotive industry case study.

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