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Malaysian food manufacturing SMEs are positioned to play a vital role in the national economy, yet their full potential remains untapped. This study explores the impact of strategy, innovation and dynamic capabilities on the organizational performance of these SMEs. By integrating the Resource-Based View (RBV) and dynamic capabilities theory, the study investigates how these elements collectively drive organizational performance. Data were collected through a cross-sectional survey of 141 SMEs in the northern states of Malaysia and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM). The findings reveal significant positive relationships between innovation, strategy, and organizational performance. Additionally, dynamic capabilities are identified as a crucial factor that enhances these relationships, further amplifying performance outcomes. These insights provide valuable guidance for SME owners, managers, and policymakers, offering strategic pathways to optimize performance. The study also discusses the implications for both theory and practice, suggesting avenues for future research in this critical area.
