scholarly journals Factors Affecting E-commerce Adoption of Small and Medium Enterprises in Sri Lanka: Evidence from Retail Sector

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Y. Govinnage ◽  
K. M. V. Sachitra
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Computer Literacy ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Retail Sector ◽  
Perceived Benefits ◽  
Technology Infrastructure ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
The World ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Purpose: There is a resistance in the adoption of e-commerce in certain parts of the world even though most successful businesses in the world has successfully adopted e-commerce to their businesses gained an increasing success. The study aims to find the crucial factors affecting to the adoption of e-commerce by using the evidence of retail sector in Sri Lanka as a developing nation. Methods: The targeted population for the study was the retail sector registered as Small and Medium Enterprises in Colombo District. Adopting stratified simple random sampling technique, the study selected 200 SMEs in Colombo District who are engaged in retail sector. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data. Five dimensions namely adoption of e-commerce, perceived benefits, computer literacy, government support and technology infrastructure were measured by using a Likert scale measurement items, acknowledging the prior studies. Findings: The results revealed that computer literacy, government support and technology infrastructure had significance influence on e-commerce adoption of SMEs in Sri Lanka even though perceived benefits had less impact on e-commerce adoption. Implication: It has been realized that Sri Lankan government support and intervention is necessary to build speedy technology infrastructure in order to encourage the usage of e-commerce as government support and technology infrastructure share a significant correlation with e-commerce adoption.

The Factors Affecting Supplier Relationship Management in the Food Manufacturing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Dar es Salaam Tanzania

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-34
Author(s):  
Jesca Mhoja Nkwabi ◽  
Julia Fallon
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Relationship Management ◽  
Dar Es Salaam ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Supplier Relationships ◽  
Food Manufacturing ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Production Capacities

The Tanzanian food industry is one of the most critical sectors in the country. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the largest processors of food. Although SMEs mostly deal with processing food, they still face challenges, especially with their suppliers. Though previous researchers have investigated partnership issues in SMEs, little has been reported on the factors that impact the supplier relationships found in food manufacturing SMEs. This study employed a qualitative design where semi-structured interviews with 13 experts were conducted to identify the factors that impede SRM in Dar es Salaam. The findings reveal that poor relationship management, poor storage facilities, poor transportation and inadequate production capacities are the main challenges affecting SRM within these firms. To overcome these challenges, it has been recommended to improve the supplier relationships through being transparent, fostering trust and sharing quality information with the suppliers on time. Furthermore, investment in technology has been recommended to reduce costs and to enhance the information sharing between suppliers and SMEs. Government support is required with regard to financial aid and the improvement in the infrastructure to facilitate the easier flow of goods from SMEs to the customers.

scholarly journals FACTORS AFFECTING GROWTH OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN SRI LANKA.

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 1805-1814
Author(s):  
AsiniUdani Amaradiwakara ◽  
◽  
M.M. Gunatilake. ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Medium Enterprises

AN INVESTIGATIVE STUDY OF THE FACTORS AFFECTING THE ADOPTION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE ENTERPRISES IN NIGERIA

2012 ◽  
Vol 02 (02) ◽  
pp. 01-09
Author(s):  
Irefin, I. A. ◽  
Abdul-Azeez I. A. ◽  
Tijani A. A.
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Management Support ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Business Size ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Ict Infrastructure ◽  
Medium Enterprises

This study collected survey data from 20 industrial Small and Medium enterprises located in different part of Lagos state to analyze the vital influential factors affecting their adoption of Information and Communication Technology from adopter and non-adopter perspectives. A logistic regression analysis was conducted to predict the adoption inhibiting factors by the measures of Cost; Business Size; availability of ICT Infrastructure; Government support; and Management support. The results indicate that Cost is a major barrier for Small and Medium enterprises in adopting ICT. Other critical determinants also include availability of ICT infrastructure; government support; Management support and business size in that order.

The Factors Affecting Supplier Relationship Management in the Food Manufacturing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Dar es Salaam Tanzania

2020 ◽  
pp. 25-34
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Relationship Management ◽  
Dar Es Salaam ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Supplier Relationships ◽  
Food Manufacturing ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Production Capacities

The Tanzanian food industry is one of the most critical sectors in the country. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the largest processors of food. Although SMEs mostly deal with processing food, they still face challenges, especially with their suppliers. Though previous researchers have investigated partnership issues in SMEs, little has been reported on the factors that impact the supplier relationships found in food manufacturing SMEs. This study employed a qualitative design where semi-structured interviews with 13 experts were conducted to identify the factors that impede SRM in Dar es Salaam. The findings reveal that poor relationship management, poor storage facilities, poor transportation and inadequate production capacities are the main challenges affecting SRM within these firms. To overcome these challenges, it has been recommended to improve the supplier relationships through being transparent, fostering trust and sharing quality information with the suppliers on time. Furthermore, investment in technology has been recommended to reduce costs and to enhance the information sharing between suppliers and SMEs. Government support is required with regard to financial aid and the improvement in the infrastructure to facilitate the easier flow of goods from SMEs to the customers.

Investigating entrepreneurial success factors of women-owned SMEs in UAE

2018 ◽  
Vol 56 (1) ◽  
pp. 219-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Namrata Gupta ◽  
Anita Mirchandani
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Arab World ◽  
Mail Survey ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Entrepreneurial Success ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the key factors affecting the success of women entrepreneurs who own and manage Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in UAE. The extant literature on the relationship between determinants of entrepreneurial success points to a lack of clarification of the link between success factors (Personal, environmental and other) and performance of women-owned SMEs particularly in UAE. Design/methodology/approach A self-administered questionnaire, through mail survey, is used to collect the data. Cronbach’s α test and factor analysis have been carried out to test the reliability of data and validate the hypothesis. Findings The results suggested that the personal, environmental factors and government support affect positively and significantly to the success of women-owned SMEs in UAE. Research limitations/implications The study has some limits as to its potential for generalization owing to the sample size, wide geographic spread of respondents and time limitations with the respondents. Practical implications The results indicate that several factors including personal, environmental and government support are linked with the success of women entrepreneurs of UAE. The results of this study will provide some insights to policymakers and business practitioners to formulate the strategies intended to promote unveiled potential among women entrepreneurs in UAE. Originality/value Most of the studies focused on women entrepreneurship have taken either their motives or the hurdles faced by them into consideration. Moreover, only a few studies have been carried out in Arab world particularly in UAE. Therefore, this study is an attempt to fill the gap and contribute to a better understanding of UAE’s women-owned SMEs.

scholarly journals MEASURES OF STATE SUPPORT OF SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES UNDER CONDITIONS OF DISSEMINATION OF CORONAVIRUS INFECTION: DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN EXPERIENCE

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (34) ◽  
pp. 81-90
Author(s):  
E.R. Mamleeva ◽  
◽  
M.Yu. Sazykina ◽  
N.V. Trofimova ◽  
G.F. Shaykhutdinova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Small Enterprises ◽  
State Support ◽  
The World ◽  
Coronavirus Infection ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Total Turnover ◽  
Micro Enterprises

The article presents the results of an analysis of the state of small and medium-sized businesses in Russia and measures of their state support in Russia and other countries of the world in the context of the spread of coronavirus infection. The development trends of the sector of small and medium-sized enterprises in 2014-2018 were analyzed in various countries of the world. It was revealed that compared to other countries of the world in the Russian economy in 2014-2018 big business prevailed, with an average share of 80 %, while in other countries it ranged from 32 to 52 %. It was also revealed that the number of medium-sized enterprises by 2018 decreased by 3 % compared with 2008, while the number of small enterprises, on the contrary, increased significantly. It is noted that the contribution of small enterprises to the total turnover of small and medium enterprises of the Russian Federation significantly exceeds the share of medium enterprises. Thus, the share of small and micro enterprises in the total turnover of SMEs was 85 % in 2008, of mediumsized enterprises – 15 %, and in 2018 the proportion changed by 89 % and 11 %, respectively. The analysis of the dynamics of indicators of registration and liquidation of small and microenterprises in Russia, the results of which revealed that in the analyzed period, the number of created enterprises gradually decreased, while the number of liquidated enterprises steadily increased, which affected the ratio of registered / liquidated enterprises. In 2008, this ratio was 1.1. In 2018, it reached 0.39, i.e. one registered enterprise accounted for more than 3 liquidated small and micro enterprises. In 2019, this trend continued. In 2020, the negative situation in the sphere of small and medium-sized businesses was further aggravated due to the spread of coronavirus infection in the world. Also during the study, measures of state support for small and medium-sized enterprises in various countries of the world were studied and systematized. It is noted that government support measures in developed countries ranged from 10 to 20% of GDP. The authors determine the need for further analysis of international and regional experience in order to identify and use the most effective measures of state support for SMEs

Determinants and outcomes ofe-business adoption among manufacturing SMEs: Insights from a developing country

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muneer Abbad ◽  
Ibrahim Hussien Musa Magboul ◽  
Kholoud AlQeisi
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Relative Advantage ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Business Practitioners ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Purpose In response to a turbulent industrial environment, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), organizations have widely adopted e-business to improve their processes. This study aims to propose a model that encapsulates the determinants and outcomes of e-business adoption. Design/methodology/approach The determinants and outcomes of e-business adoption were tested using data gathered from 282 managers and analysed using structural equation modelling techniques. Findings The results indicated that owner support, perceived ease of use and government support were important determinants that influence e-business adoption. Attitude, competitive pressureand relative advantage were not significant. Regarding outcomes, e-business adoption had a major impact on SME functioning and operational progress; however, it had no influence on competitive advantage. Originality/value By ascertaining the determinants and outcomes of e-business adoption, the findings provide e-business practitioners and managers with guidelines that can encourage more efficient and effective e-business adoption within their organizations. The results also provide a basis for more precise e-business studies to be conducted in developing countries.

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