SMEs in Developing Countries Face Challenges in Adopting e-commerce Technologies

Kapurubandara, Mahesha; Lawson, Robyn

doi:10.1109/dest.2007.371960

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“…Suitable policy interventions from the government and active support from the private sector are needed to address the issue of eOpportunities (Kapurubandara and Lawson, 2007;Jeon et al, 2006). The government needs to take leadership to facilitate a regulatory environment, improve national infrastructure (Bučar et al, 2006) and continue to help with ICT education.…”

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Usage of Information and Communication Technology in Micro Enterprises in the Last Decade

Žnidaršič

Werber

2012

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The paper presents the comparison of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) usage in Slovenian micro enterprises, using data derived from two studies carried out in years 1999 and 2009. Data for the studies were collected via structured interviews with owners or top managers of micro enterprises. We compared hardware and software equipment, business properties, characteristics of the interviewees and their impact on the successful use of ICT. The results show considerable changes in the ICT equipment, but that does not reflect in a better use of software compared to a decade ago. Key factors of successful use of ICT remain the same. The investment in ICT depends on owners' decisions and the most important factors are the owners' formal education and their skills and knowledge in ICT field. It was indicated that in recent years the investment of education in ICT field for both groups, owners and employees, was considerable lowered.

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“…The influence of micro enterprises in the entire economy is increasing. It is generally accepted that e-commerce contributes to the advancement of SME business in developing countries (Kapurubandara and Lawson, 2007). More people than ever are employed by micro enterprises and many more are starting their own businesses.…”

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Usage of Information and Communication Technology in Micro Enterprises in the Last Decade

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Werber

2012

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“…(2005) note that SMEs can be seen as the power house of a country's economy. Kapurubandara and Lawson (2007) continue by stating that the development of the economy is affected by SMEs everywhere. Most governments have also realised the effect and impact small organisations have on a country's economy, as it leads to the growth of the economy as well as job and wealth creation (Oke, Burke, and Myers,.…”

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Guidance for SMEs with the adoption of technology: A conceptual framework

Steyn

Leonard²

2012

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When starting up a new small or medium sized company, it is crucial to understand what the requirements are in terms of Information and communication technologies (ICT). Bentellis and Boufaïsa (2008) note that over the last twenty years the markets have been changing fast, which has led to the evolution of the business environment. In many instances companies cannot keep up with the change occurring in the ICT arena. Entering the market as a small competitor, you need to ensure that you implement ICT that will support your business strategies. This paper presents the findings of a qualitative research study done to determine how SMEs cope with the adoption of technology. The paper explores the typical problems and challenges faced by SMEs, within South Africa, with regard to ICT and propose a conceptual framework to support managers in their decision making on ICT implementation. As such, this framework supports them in choosing the relevant technology, as well as supporting them with the effective application of the chosen technologies.

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“…Since e-commerce is progressively spreading its wings in south Asian region, a closer examination of online consumer behavior in developing countries like Sri Lanka is very important. However Sri Lanka faces multidimensional challenges in adopting e-commerce (Kapurubandara and Lawson, 2007). Some of the challenges like; inadequacy in telecommunication infrastructure, skilled staff, Internet literacy, computer and Internet VA penetration and credit card penetration were identified as barriers in e-commerce adoption (Anigan, 1999;Bingi et a]., 2000;Marshall et al, 2000 cited in Kapurubandara and Lawson, 2007).…”

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“…However Sri Lanka faces multidimensional challenges in adopting e-commerce (Kapurubandara and Lawson, 2007). Some of the challenges like; inadequacy in telecommunication infrastructure, skilled staff, Internet literacy, computer and Internet VA penetration and credit card penetration were identified as barriers in e-commerce adoption (Anigan, 1999;Bingi et a]., 2000;Marshall et al, 2000 cited in Kapurubandara and Lawson, 2007). However, Sri Lanka is rapidly overcoming such barriers and embracing online transaction as convenient mode of retailing platform (CB report, 2012).…”

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Factors Influencing Intention to Perform Online Transaction among the Professionals in Sri Lanka

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SMEs in Developing Countries Face Challenges in Adopting e-commerce Technologies

Cited by 26 publications

References 15 publications

Usage of Information and Communication Technology in Micro Enterprises in the Last Decade

Usage of Information and Communication Technology in Micro Enterprises in the Last Decade

Guidance for SMEs with the adoption of technology: A conceptual framework

Factors Influencing Intention to Perform Online Transaction among the Professionals in Sri Lanka

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