Factors influencing the performance of SSIs in Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh

Abstract

Small and medium scale units are labour intensive and have positive capital-output proportion and most of the jobs are created through SMEs and self-employment. Small enterprises have flexibility to make fast adjustment with changing financial atmosphere. SMEs have become essential element of economic growth. The purpose of this study is to investigate the factors that influence the performance of small-scale industries in Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh. The research method used in this study was a survey. A sample of 100 entrepreneurs was selected using purposive sampling method. Questionnaire method is adopted to collect information. The collected data has been classified and analyzed with the help of mathematical and statistical tools. The findings of the study indicate that the performance of the small scale industries in Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh was directly or indirectly influenced by both internal and external factors and recommendations are made accordingly.