Digital Economies: SMEs and E-Readiness

Digital Economies: SMEs and E-Readiness
Author: Mutula, Stephen M.
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2009-07-31
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1605664219

"This book provides valuable insights into the current state of the digital economy and the ability of SMEs to leverage Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) so that they may overcome their traditional laggard position in the global business market"--Provided by publisher.

SMEs in the Digital Economy

SMEs in the Digital Economy
Author: Bernice Kotey
Publisher: Seaanz Research Book
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-03-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780734612311

Our small to medium enterprises (SMEs) will face the challenges and opportunities of the global trend towards digital, online and mobile technologies. However, many SMEs are not prepared to engage with these digital technologies, while others seem unwilling to embrace them. SMEs in the Digital Economy explores the many benefits, but also some of the risks, for SMEs in the digital economy. The overall message is that it is crucial to engage with the digital economy. Ignoring it is not an option. Owner-managers need to improve their knowledge and acquire the skills to effectively participate in the emerging digital market. This book contains ten chapters from a range of specialist authors. Each chapter has a unique but important message on the impact of the digital economy on SMEs in Australia and New Zealand, and the various ways in which SMEs are engaging in this economy. It reflects the diversity of issues and complexity of small business as an area for government, industry and academics seeking to shape effective policies to support this important sector.

Improving Business Performance Through Innovation in the Digital Economy

Improving Business Performance Through Innovation in the Digital Economy
Author: Oncioiu, Ionica
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2019-09-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1799810070

In the 21st century, advancements in the digital world are bringing about rapid waves of change in organizational management. As such, it is increasingly imperative to discover ways for businesses to adapt to changes in the markets and seize various digital marketing opportunities. Improving Business Performance Through Innovation in the Digital Economy is an essential reference source for the latest research on the impact of digital computing. It investigates new economic and entrepreneurial approaches to enhancing community development. Featuring research on topics such as business ethics, mobile technology, and cyber security, this book is ideally designed for knowledge workers, business managers, executives, entrepreneurs, small and medium enterprise managers, academicians, researchers, students, and global leaders seeking coverage on the management of sustainable enterprises.

OECD Studies on SMEs and Entrepreneurship The Digital Transformation of SMEs

OECD Studies on SMEs and Entrepreneurship The Digital Transformation of SMEs
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2021-02-03
Genre:
ISBN: 9264367608

Despite potentially tremendous benefits, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) lag in the digital transformation. Emerging technologies, as diverse as they are, offer a range of applications for them to improve performance and overcome the size-related limitations they face in doing business. However, SMEs must be better prepared, and stakes are high. SMEs make the most of the industrial fabric in many countries and regions, they create jobs (most jobs sometimes) and are the cement of inclusive and sustainable societies.

Global Value Chain Development Report 2019

Global Value Chain Development Report 2019
Author: World Tourism Organization
Publisher: World Trade Organization
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2019-06-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9789287049674

Global value chains (GVCs) are evolving in light of technological developments, such as robotics, big data and the Internet of Things. These technologies are reshaping GVCs and effecting changes on labor markets in developed and developing economies and on supply chain management. This report discusses how technological developments are creating new opportunities for the participation of small and medium-sized enterprises in global value chains and reviews issues related to GVC measurement. The report is a follow-up to the first Global Value Chain Development Report, which revealed the changing nature of international trade when analyzed in terms of value chains and value-added trade. This report is co-published by the World Trade Organization, the Institute of Developing Economies (IDE-JETRO), the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, the Research Center of Global Value Chains headquartered at the University of International Business and Economics (RCGVC-UIBE), the World Bank Group, and the China Development Research Foundation.

Information Technology for Small Business

Information Technology for Small Business
Author: Katia Passerini
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2012-05-03
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1461430402

Information Technology for Small Business: Managing the Digital Enterprise provides an overview of how small and medium business enterprises (SMEs) can use flexibility, agility, and anticipation strategies to better utilize information technology and knowledge management. Because small and medium businesses tend to be late technology adopters, they could miss versatile and strategic workforce advantages that enable them to achieve higher efficiency and effectiveness through technology. This book shows these SMEs new technology trends that can transform the nature of their operations both in an evolutionary business path and through revolutionary opportunities. Information Technology for Small Business: Managing the Digital Enterprise applied correctly to small and medium business can be used as a strategic tool to reach growth and profit goals for the SMEs competing in a very dynamic and global marketplace. Examples include: identifying ways that IT can be used to develop strong relationships with customers and suppliers, and how to select the best technologies for business needs. Information Technology for Small Business: Managing the Digital Enterprise targets SME owners, educators, and practitioners working in the related fields of management, IT, IS, and CS-related disciplines. Advanced-level students and policy makers focusing on SMEs will also find this book valuable in terms of main concepts for discussion.

Strategy and Behaviors in the Digital Economy

Strategy and Behaviors in the Digital Economy
Author: Beatrice Orlando
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2020-03-04
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 178984181X

Strategy and Behaviors in the Digital Economy is a collection of reviewed and relevant research chapters, offering a comprehensive overview of recent developments in the field of Business, Management and Economics. The book comprises single chapters authored by various researchers and edited by an expert active in this research area. All chapters are complete in itself but united under a common research study topic. This publication aims at providing a thorough overview of the latest research efforts by international authors on this field of study, and open new possible research paths for further novel developments.

Handbook of Research on Current Trends in Asian Economics, Business, and Administration

Handbook of Research on Current Trends in Asian Economics, Business, and Administration
Author: Akkaya, Bülent
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 497
Release: 2021-10-08
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1799884880

Social sciences have always been an important tool that enables human beings to examine and understand society. Through social sciences, researchers gain understandings of social phenomena and changes by providing commentaries, producing explanations, and attempting to synthesize a diversity of information sets to formulate theories. Since the concept of change has been the hallmark of the new millennium, researchers have witnessed a transformation in every aspect of the modern world at an ever-increasing speed, particularly in the social facet of human life. Ways of thinking that had previously been upheld and taught may, therefore, no longer be appropriate or effective as tools to understand contemporary phenomena and changes. The Handbook of Research on Current Trends in Asian Economics, Business, and Administration is a critical reference source that examines different aspects of social sciences, management, sociology, and education to better understand today’s society and social life in the Asian context. The book identifies trends, impacts, and implications of disruptive technologies for business and socio-economic development as well as strategic advantage on different levels of business and administration. Covering topics that include e-commerce, green management, information technology, economic growth, and distance learning, this book is essential for economists, academicians, government officials, policymakers, social scientists, managers, leaders, behavioral scientists, academicians, researchers, and students.