scholarly journals Competitive Intelligence and Information Technology Adoption of SMEs in Turkey: Diagnosing Current Performance and Identifying Barriers

2013 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sheila Wright ◽  
Christophe Bisson ◽  
Alistair Duffy
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Competitive Intelligence ◽  
Free Form ◽  
Technology Support ◽  
Information Technology Adoption ◽  
It Systems ◽  
Diagnostic Framework ◽  
And Performance

The need for SMEs to behave in a more concise and coherent competitive fashion is well recognised. This study reports on an empirical study of SMEs in Turkey. Their responses were applied to a behavioural and information technology adoption framework which enabled the identification of areas where changes would be required for these firms to begin operating at a higher level of competence. The findings revealed significant scope for improvements on all strands of the diagnostic framework: attitude, gathering, location, technology support, IT systems support and finally, use of intelligence-based output by decision-makers. Through free form responses, it was also possible to identify barrier to higher level adoption and performance inhibiters, which were subsequently, categorised and assessed for significance.

Bundling for Online Reverse Auctions

2011 ◽  
pp. 112-132
Author(s):  
Tobias Schoenherr ◽  
Vincent A. Mabert
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Online Auctions ◽  
Reverse Auctions ◽  
Information Technology Adoption ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Online Reverse Auctions ◽  
The U.S

This chapter provides insights into bundling practices for online reverse auctions by exploring approaches and reporting experiences of 252 companies in the U.S. manufacturing industry. Within the context of Parente et al.’s (2004) conceptual framework for the analysis of online auctions, aspects of the “Product Characteristics” component were explored. Bundling issues investigated include content, goals, structure, and performance. Following the theme of the book, differences and similarities in bundling behavior and outcomes between small and large enterprises are emphasized, highlighting the impact of firm size and the resulting strategies explored. While large corporations are usually on the forefront of information technology adoption and use, the potential is significant for smaller firms as well. As such, this chapter provides managerial insights, useful especially to smaller companies, for successfully employing bundles in reverse auctions.

FAKTOR KESIAPAN DAN ADOPSI TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI DALAM KONTEKS TEKNOLOGI SERTA LINGKUNGAN PADA UMKM DI JAKARTA

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-56 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asrul Sani ◽  
Ninuk Wiliani
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Quantitative Study ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Technology Readiness ◽  
Business Sector ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Information Technology Adoption ◽  
Technology Adoption Model ◽  
Adoption Model

Use of information technology in general is very important for the development of the organization. Likewise, if the development of information technology can be applied to the small and medium business sector, so that it can increase the selling value of the sector. This research was conducted to answer the readiness of the SMEs sector in adopting information technology developments in business management. In this case the researcher develops the research model by adopting the technology readiness model and information technology adoption model in the context of technology and environment, combining and adjusting it according to the development of SMEs in Jakarta. This quantitative study involved 67 samples from MSME workers. Data was processed and analyzed using the PLS-SEM method using SmartPLS 2.0 software. The study also explained the results of the readiness factor which has a significant relationship to the utilization of information technology in SMEs in Jakarta

Restaurant dependence/autonomy in the supply chain and market responsiveness

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (9) ◽  
pp. 2945-2964 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meehee Cho ◽  
Mark A. Bonn ◽  
Alex Susskind ◽  
Larry Giunipero
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Information Technology Adoption ◽  
Supply Relationship ◽  
Market Responsiveness ◽  
Positive Effect

Purpose This study aims to understand how restaurant dependence and autonomy within the supply chain influence market responsiveness. An examination of influences related to improving market responsiveness was also conducted by investigating the moderating roles of information technology adoption and trust. Design/methodology/approach Hierarchical regression models were developed to test the hypothesized relationships. In particular, data were obtained from only independent restaurant owners and managers because of their ability to select and determine their own suppliers. Findings Results revealed that restaurant autonomy from suppliers has a more positive effect on market responsiveness than supplier dependence. The moderating test results revealed that information technology adoption significantly improved the relationships between restaurant dependence and market responsiveness, while exhibiting no significant moderating effect. Restaurant trust in suppliers significantly improved the positive effect of autonomy upon market responsiveness; however, it had no significant moderating effect on this link. Originality/value This study was conducted to identify what types of supplier relationships should be pursued to improve the independent restaurant’s ability to effectively respond to market conditions. The findings regarding the moderating effects of information technology adoption and trust provided clear evidence that buyer–supply relationship strategies should be developed in consideration of those distinguishable characteristics unique to the operations and environment of independent restaurants. Practical implications Findings can be applied to developing desirable relationships with suppliers characterized by restaurant dependence or autonomy and contribute to improving managerial actions for independent restaurants involving adopting information technology and building trust.

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