Las actividades generadoras de valor de las micro y pequeñas empresas metalmecánicas arequipeñas

Abstract

The metalworking sector is of particular importance as part of the value chain of various industries. This study contributes to the understanding of the metalworking sector, through the exploratory analysis of the primary and support activities carried out by micro and small companies (MSEs) of this sector in the Arequipa region, Peru. The analysis is supported by a survey of a sample of nineteen companies and the application of seventy-three semi-structured interviews to managers of the metalworking sector. The results allow the descriptive characterization of the MSEs of the sector, the analysis of the activities of the value chain, the identification of both success factors and the recognition of weaknesses. The study identifies the activities of the chain that are a strength of the metalworking sector and recommends activities related to plant optimization design and quality accreditations. Recommendations are also made regarding public policy of the State in relation to the sector.