Cloud Computing Adoption Barriers Faced by Saudi Manufacturing SMEs

Alsafi, Tariq; Fan, Ip‐Shing

doi:10.23919/cisti49556.2020.9140940

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“…A possible explanation of the contradictory results is that the respondents might think other obstacles were more important to the ease of use for ZBB. However, Alsafi and Fan (2020) and Ehsein (2014) found a negative relationship between barriers and adopting PBBS. Perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use have been extensively researched, and the empirical evidence supported their significant influence on behavioural intention, either directly or indirectly.…”

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2022

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This study aims to identify the influence of technological factors on the intention to use of zero-based budgeting system in Yemeni public entities, as well as the mediation role of TAM factors for those relationships. Design/ Method/ Approach: The descriptive-analytical approach was used in this study because it is one of the most popular approaches for examining social and psychological phenomena and is appropriate for the topic. Additionally, it focuses on a phenomenon or problem that already exists and about which information may be gleaned to provide answers to research questions without the need for a researcher's involvement. Findings: It was found that the relative advantage connected to zero-based budgeting has a positive and significant impact on the perceived usefulness and perceived usability of zero-based budgeting. In contrast, the perceived barriers negatively and significantly impact the perceived usefulness, usability, and intention to adopt zero-based budgeting. On the other hand, contentment with traditional budgeting has a negative and significant impact on the perceived usefulness of zero-based budgeting. While the intention to adopt zero-based budgeting is unaffected by the relative advantage and satisfaction with traditional. It was also revealed that the perceived usefulness mediated the association between the intention to embrace zero-based budgeting and relative advantage, satisfaction with traditional budgeting, and perceived hurdles. Additionally, the association between the intention to embrace zero-based budgeting and perceived obstacles, relative advantage, satisfaction with traditional budgeting, and the perceived ease of use of zero-based budgeting does not serve as a mediator in this regard.

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“…Moreover, cloud computing gives birth to numerous new business models. Cloud computing is the disruptive technology necessary for SMEs' sustainability (Alsafi and Fan, 2020). The concept of cloud computing was proposed by an MIT professor John McCarthy in 1960 who stated that similar to other uses, such as water and electricity, computing can also be sold as a use (Srivastava and Khan, 2018).…”

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“…Nagahawatta et al (2021) studied factors that create hesitation among the SMEs in adopting cloud computing technology and found that factors related to security were creating hesitation among the SMEs concerning the adoption of cloud computing technology. Alsafi and Fan (2020) stated that privacy, security, data control and cost are the potential barriers to adoption of the cloud computing technologies by manufacturing SMEs.…”

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“…(2020) found that complexity, security, prior organizational knowledge related to the IT and organizational support, specifically the support from the top management of the firm, positively influenced the adoption of the cloud computing technology in SMEs.Nagahawatta et al (2021) studied factors that create hesitation among the SMEs in adopting cloud computing technology and found that factors related to security were creating hesitation among the SMEs concerning the adoption of cloud computing technology Alsafi and Fan (2020). stated that privacy, security, data control and cost are the potential barriers to adoption of the cloud computing technologies by manufacturing SMEs.…”

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Impact of cloud computing as a digital technology on SMEs sustainability

Al-Mutawa,

Saeed Al Mubarak

2023

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Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the adoption of cloud computing as a digital technology by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and assess its impact on sustainability of such enterprises. Design/methodology/approach A model was developed that featured factors influencing SMEs sustainability. Primary quantitative data was gathered using a survey as an instrument. Total set of n = 387 responses were gathered using a convenience sampling method. Findings Findings reveal that cost reduction, ease of use, reliability and sharing and collaboration factors have significant statistical impacts on SMEs sustainability, whereas privacy and security factor has no significant statistical on SMEs sustainability. Practical implications The study poses significant implications on managers and SME development authority to create an inductive environment for technological support for SMEs’ sustainability. Originality/value The study enhances SMEs’ performance and sustainability by upgrading their existing information and communications technology as a digital infrastructure and benefiting from novel IT-based cloud revolution. Several studies have provided an understanding of the use of cloud computing services in SMEs but lack enough information about the challenges and impact on SMEs sustainability.

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“…According to the literature, the successful adoption of ICT solutions in organizations depends on internal and external factor that includes: access to broadband internet technologies (Awa and Ojiabo, 2016; Dholakia and Kshetri, 2004; Fathian et al , 2008; Pokharel, 2005), firm size (Adane, 2018; Awa and Ojiabo, 2016; Bayo-Moriones and Lera-López, 2007; Čudanov et al , 2010; Giotopoulos et al , 2017; Kuan and Chau, 2001), ICT skills and decisions of the CEO for investment in digital technologies (Alam et al , 2011; Čudanov et al , 2012; Kannabiran and Dharmalingam, 2012), limited economic resources for investment in technology (Adane, 2018; Eze et al , 2013; Gallego et al , 2014; Hoque et al , 2016; Kannabiran and Dharmalingam, 2012), lack of security and privacy of information assets (Alam et al , 2011; Awa and Ojiabo, 2016; Fathian et al , 2008; Kannabiran and Dharmalingam, 2012; Kumar and Samalia, 2016; Tan et al , 2009; Tan and Eze, 2008) and political, legal and regulatory aspects (Eze et al , 2013; Fathian et al , 2008; Hoque et al , 2016; Tarutė and Gatautis, 2014). In this regard, some examples of digital technologies adopted by SMEs over the years include internet-based ICT adoption (Cant and Wiid, 2016; Dholakia and Kshetri, 2004; Tan et al , 2009), the transition from traditional commerce to e-commerce (Awa et al , 2015; Fathian et al , 2008; Ghobakhloo et al , 2011; Rahayu and Day, 2015) and cloud computing services (Alsafi and Fan, 2020; Alshamaila et al , 2013; Kumar et al , 2017; Tehrani and Shirazi, 2014).…”

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Assessment of ICT policies for digital transformation in Colombia: technology readiness for IoT adoption in SMEs in the trading sector

Sánchez

Sarmiento

Guerrero

2021

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Purpose This paper aims to assess information and communication technologies (ICT) policies for digital transformation in Colombia to determine their effectiveness in technology readiness for Internet of Things (IoT) adoption in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the trading sector. Design/methodology/approach The authors conducted a longitudinal study using the ICT module of the Annual Trade Survey (2017–2018) to determine the relationship between SMEs in the trading sector adopting ICT applications and ICT policy enforcement. In this sense, this study applied a chi-square test for independence and addressed a descriptive analysis to determine SMEs’ causes for adopting or rejecting ICT applications. Findings This study presents the state of ICT adoption in Colombian SMEs in the trading sector between 2017 and 2018, highlighting that technology readiness is crucial for adopting technological trends. Research limitations/implications The data source used for the study is only available for analysis one year after implementing ICT policies focused on digital transformation. Practical implications The results support the need for the National Government to formulate IoT policies that favor the adoption of e-commerce based on IoT technologies in SMEs in the trading sector. Social implications IoT adoption can mitigate e-commerce problems strengthening SMEs’ competitiveness in the trading sector leading the digital transformation in Colombia. Originality/value This study presents the need to formulate IoT policies in Colombia focused on deploying IoT applications to strengthen e-Commerce in SMEs in the trading sector.

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Cloud Computing Adoption Barriers Faced by Saudi Manufacturing SMEs

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