Analysis of user readiness toward ICT usage at small medium enterprise in south tangerang

Abstract

Abstract. Ut ilization of Informat ion and Communication Technology (ICT) is still relatively low in the level of SM Es due to various limitations ranging fro m access to capital, till the market ing network. ICT is present to provide the ability for SM Es in improving the benefits and competitive advantage of the organization. This study aims to determine the level of readiness of SMEs in utilizing technology, especially ICT. The methodology used is a survey to see the technology readiness of 107 SM Es in South Tangerang selected by purposive sampling. The approach used is TRI (Technology Readiness Index) which is the individual perception of technology based on four criteria that is optimism, innovative ness, discomfort and insecurity. The results showed that the optimis m and innovativeness variables significantly positively influence the technology readiness while the variables of disco mfort and insecurity also significantly positively influence the readiness of ICT.

Impact of information and communication technology in Nigerian small-to medium-sized enterprises

“…The intent of this study was to explore the factors that impact SME leaders' adoption of ICT as a business strategy to achieve competitive advantage in the global market. The SME sector has played a significant role in economic development, poverty alleviation, and job creation in both developed and developing countries (Rahayu and Day, 2017;Mazzarol et al, 2014aMazzarol et al, , 2014bNapitupulu et al, 2018;Tarut_ e and Gatautis, 2014;Zafar and Mustafa, 2017). However, SME leaders face multiple challenges in achieving profitability, growth and competitiveness locally and globally, particularly in Lagos, Nigeria.…”

“…Based on the literature reviewed and the findings from this study, SMEs are an integral part of innovation and growth in a dynamic economy; thus, SMEs play a critical role in job creation, poverty alleviation, and socioeconomic development in both developed and developing countries (Mazzarol et al, 2014a(Mazzarol et al, , 2014bNapitupulu et al, 2018;Tarut_ e and Gatautis, 2014;Tob-Ogu et al, 2018). Adopting ICT will result in the success and growth of SMEs, which positively affects social change by creating jobs, alleviating poverty and developing the local economy (Agwu and Murray, 2015;Jones et al, 2014;Napitupulu et al, 2018). Findings from this study may facilitate an increase in ICT adoption by leaders of SMEs in Nigeria, which in turn would have positive social impact.…”

“…With a clear understanding of the role, benefits and challenges faced by SME leaders regarding ICT adoption, the role of government in addressing many of these challenges in Lagos, Nigeria, becomes clear. The effect of ICT adoption and the growth of SMEs in developing countries indicate the role of government policies toward the successful implementation of ICT is important for developing SMEs as well as for regional economic growth (Rahayu and Day, 2017;Napitupulu et al, 2018;Vodanovich and Urquhart, 2017). Government has a responsibility to provide infrastructural facilities, financial support, and regulations to promote and support the growth of business, particularly SMEs, in society (Mazzarol et al, 2014a(Mazzarol et al, , 2014bRahayu and Day, 2017;Zafar and Mustafa, 2017).…”

“…Implications of small-to medium-sized enterprise success factors In this study, several factors emerged that have contributed to the success of SMEs in Lagos, Nigeria, including the adoption and use of ICT, innovative products and services brand, good customer relationships, access to financial resources, setting clear strategic business goals and having the right employees. Leaders who have adopted and used ICT have helped businesses become efficient, effective, innovative and globally competitive (Jones et al, 2014;Napitupulu et al, 2018;Tarut_ e and Gatautis, 2014). The use of ICT has transformed business processes, and leaders have developed innovative products and services more effectively and efficiently to meet consumers' needs (Mustafa, 2015;Napitupulu et al, 2018;Rahayu and Day, 2017;Zafar and Mustafa, 2017).…”

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