Managerial and Decision Economics, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown
Published: Dec. 26, 2024
ABSTRACT Digital transformation has become a crucial strategic initiative to advance high‐quality development among small‐ and medium‐sized enterprises (SMEs) in developing countries. However, existing research lacks comprehensive analysis of the complex causal mechanisms underlying successful digital SMEs. This study aims uncover drivers SMEs identify effective pathways for their adoption. Utilizing push–pull–mooring (PPM) theory, this applies necessary condition (NCA) fuzzy set qualitative comparative (fsQCA) on sample investigate influencing factors pathway choices China. The findings indicate that infrastructure, technological innovation capability, talent, market competitive pressure are essential conditions advancing Two primary elevate levels identified: “Fully Element‐Driven Type” “Push–Mooring Effects‐Oriented Type.” Comparative different reveals substitution effects certain transformation. contributes understanding interplay SMEs, providing actionable insights guidance seeking implement
Language: Английский