The world is rapidly changing as a result of technology, which has played an important role in organisational development by improving operations and reducing obstacles. Businesses are constantly investing in technology in order to improve their performance and gain a competitive advantage over their competitors. Technological advancements assist businesses in automating their systems and management, providing them with the impetus to efficiently target customers through low-cost business solutions. As a result, this paper examined the relationship between technology adoption and the performance of business organisations involved in manufacturing.This study was conducted quantitatively, with data collected via questionnaire survey. The collected data was used to develop the model of structural relationship between the factors using PLS-SEM approach. Based on the validated PLS-SEM model, it was found that performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, and facilitating condition all have a positive relationship with technology adoption. One of the most significant benefits of increased technological use in manufacturing firms is increased revenue through improved performance. The evaluation of the mediation effects of firm size and training on the relationship between technology adoption and manufacturing firm performance in the UAE revealed that the hypotheses' outcomes were positive, indicating that firm size and training do play a role in manufacturing performance. When using technology in manufacturing, the training and firm size have a significant impact on manufacturing performance.
Technology adoption growth has become a primary motivator for individuals,businesses, and governments in this competitive world. Hence, this paper presents a study of antecedents of technology adoption by manufacturing firms in the UAE. This study has identified 19 antecedents of technology adoption growth from the literature. A questionnaire survey was conducted by distributing 400 questionnaires to the manufacturing firms’ employees involved in production operations in UAE. However, only 330 valid questionnaires were for data analysis. The collected data was analysed to rank the antecedents based on its influenced on adopting new technology in the UAE's manufacturing sector. The ranking was based on mean score and standard deviation values of the antecedents. It was found that the five highest ranks are organizationantecedentranked first with a mean value of 4.50, followed by Time for implementation ranked second with a mean value of 4.44. Technique for operating technology ranked third with a mean value of 4.38, compatibility ranked fourth with a mean value of 4.37, relative advantage ranked fifth with a mean value of 4.36. Following, the collected data were analysed for each antecedent effectiveness in technology adoption. Out of 19 identified antecedents of technology adoption, it wasfound that ten of it have strong level of effect, while nine have high level of influences on the technology adoption growth. The study's findings can help government agency to formulate policy related to technology adoption growth in UAE manufacturing sector and this will improve the UAE's business and economic growth improves their performance and productivity by leveraging technology.
PurposeThis study aims to examine and discuss the importance and benefits of Open Innovation (OI), Transformational Leadership (TL), Innovation Strategy (IS), Creative Climate (CC), Radical Innovation (RI) and Sustainable Competitive Advantage (SCA) for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Dubai. This work also examines the mediating impact of future foresight drivers (FFD) on SMEs' SCA. The study provides a theoretical framework for enhancing SMEs' organizational performance and highlights the need for future empirical research.Design/methodology/approachThe study uses a systematic literature review (SLR) approach and a bibliometric analysis approach to collect, examine and analyze data from previous research on OI, TL, IS, CC, RI and SCA. This work evaluated 110 publications from separate scholarly databases, Scopus and Web of Science (WoS).FindingsThe study finds a positive relationship between OI, TL, IS, CC, RI and SCA and that future empirical research is needed. While there is limited information on the impact of these concepts on SMEs in the Middle East and especially in Dubai, the study presents new concepts to be debated. The study provides a vital tool for businesses to improve their performance by adopting OI, TL and IS and analyzing their present competitive status to develop new strategies and build competitiveness.Originality/valueThe originality of this study lies in its contribution to understanding the relationships among OI, TL, IS, CC and RI and their impact on SMEs' SCA in Dubai. By emphasizing the importance of OI, TL and IS in improving SMEs' performance and competitiveness, this study provides valuable insights for SME managers seeking to enhance their organizations' sustainability and long-term success. The review also identifies a gap in the literature regarding the impact of these concepts on SMEs in the Middle East, emphasizing the need for further research in this area.
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