Digital Management Sciences Journal

Exploring the Adoption of E-Commerce among Small and Medium Enterprises in Saudi Arabia: A Technology-Organization-Environment Perspective

2024-12-27T10:35:33-07:00

This study investigates the factors influencing e-commerce adoption among Saudi Arabian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) using the Technology-Organization-Environment (TOE) framework. The research aims to identify key determinants that either facilitate or hinder e-commerce adoption in the Saudi context. A web-based survey was conducted among 480 Saudi Arabian SMEs (32% owners, 68% managers), employing multiple regression analysis to test eight hypotheses derived from the TOE framework. Variables were measured using established scales with Cronbach's alpha exceeding 0.80, examining eight independent variables across technological, organizational, and environmental contexts. Results revealed technology infrastructure as the strongest predictor (β = .576, p < .001), followed by IT human resources (β = .341, p < .001), business infrastructure (β = .156, p = .008), business partner pressure (β = .123, p = .039), and technical infrastructure (β = .075, p = .015). Notably, competitive pressure, government support, and firm size did not show significant influence on e-commerce adoption. The model explained 33.3% of the variance in e-commerce adoption. Study limitations include its cross-sectional design, sample size representing less than 10% of total Saudi SME population, and potential limited generalizability beyond the Saudi Arabian context. Future research should consider longitudinal studies and cross-country comparisons. The findings suggest organizations should prioritize investment in technology infrastructure and IT human resources, while policy makers need to reassess current support mechanisms for SME digital transformation. Technology providers should focus on integrated solutions addressing both technical and business infrastructure needs. These results can inform strategies to achieve Saudi Vision 2030 digital transformation goals. This study provides the first comprehensive analysis of e-commerce adoption factors among Saudi SMEs using the TOE framework, challenging traditional assumptions about technology adoption drivers and offering evidence-based insights for stakeholders involved in Saudi Arabia's digital transformation.

Workforces practices and project performance: Mediating by employees’ involvement.

2024-12-27T10:56:15-07:00

The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of human resource (HR)
practices, including recruitment and selection, compensation and rewards,
and training and development, on project performance, with a particular
focus on the PTCL 4G project. Additionally, the study investigates the
mediating role of employee involvement in the relationship between HR
practices and project performance. By employing a quantitative research
methodology, data were collected from 225 employees working on the PTCL
4G project. Statistical tools such as correlation analysis, regression analysis,
and the Baron and Kenny approach were utilized to explore direct and
indirect relationships between the variables. The findings reveal that
recruitment and selection, compensation and rewards, and training and
development have a significant and positive impact on project performance.
Furthermore, employee involvement plays a crucial mediating role,
amplifying the effects of HR practices on performance outcomes. The results
highlight that organizations can achieve enhanced project success by
fostering employee engagement alongside implementing robust HR practices.
The study emphasizes the importance of strategically aligning HR practices
with organizational goals to improve project performance. It also
demonstrates that employee involvement acts as a key driver for optimizing
the benefits of HR practices, particularly in the dynamic and competitive
telecommunications industry. These findings provide actionable insights for
management, offering a framework to enhance both employee participation
and project outcomes. The study underscores the necessity of integrating HR
strategies with employee involvement to achieve sustainable organizational
success.

Impact of Green Intellectual Capital upon Sustainable Performance of Pakistan’s Manufacturing Industry

2024-12-20T13:39:49-07:00

The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of green intellectual capital (GIC) on sustainable performance (SP). For this purpose, survey approach design was adopted. Population of the study was manufacturing firms. Non-probability convenience sampling technique was used. Total 214 completed questionnaire were used in the analysis. Unit of analysis were organizations. Findings revealed that there is significant positive correlation among predictors and criterion moreover, predictors significantly predictors sustainable performance. GIC, encompassing green human capital, green structural capital, and green relational capital, is explored as a driver of environmental sustainability and competitive advantage. Through a quantitative analysis, the research identifies how the integration of eco-friendly knowledge, innovation, and practices into business operations contributes to the long-term performance of manufacturing firms. The findings highlight that organizations leveraging GIC experience improved resource efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and enhanced corporate reputation, ultimately fostering sustainable growth and industry-wide environmental responsibility. It is concluded that importance of GIC and SP must be raised in seminars to prevent environmental issues. Future studies can add moderators like green human resources management (HRM) and environmental corporate social responsibility (ECSR) in the theoretical and conceptual models.

Debt Paying Ability and Shareholders’ Wealth of Banking Industry: A Comparative Study of Bankometer and EVA Approach.

2024-12-22T09:24:16-07:00

The purpose of the study is to investigate the relationship between the shareholder wealth and bank performance in terms of solvency. Bank solvency is measured in this study with the help traditional financial performance measurement indicator
named as Bankometer. This indicator consists on different ratios. While shareholder wealth is measured by the Economic value added method, which is consider a modern performance indicator. In this research eight year’s data from the period of 2007 to 2014 is collected. In this study four banks are selected for analysis from each category like public bank (Bank of Khyber), private bank
(KASB), Islamic bank (Meezan bank) and foreign bank (Standard charter bank). These banks are selected on the basis of availability of data during the study time period. To measure shareholder wealth, EVA is calculated through the difference of NOPAT and Capital charge. While Bankometer is calculated with the help of Capital assets ratio, equity assets ratio, capital adequacy ratio, non-performing
loans to loans ratio, cost to income ratio and loans to assets ratio, to calculate banks solvency. Research found that all the banks are providing shareholder wealth. Foreign banks are providing more shareholder wealth than others, followed by Islamic, public and private banks respectively. While findings of Bankometer show that public banks and foreign banks are leading in terms of solvency followed by Islamic and private banks. It is also found that there is no relationship between shareholder wealth and banks performance in terms of solvency, because both shareholder wealth measurement and Bankometer are two different approaches of financial analysis.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Pakistan

2024-12-28T11:13:22-07:00

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has emerged as a significant element in global business practices, highlighting a corporation's commitment to sustainable development, ethical practices, and social welfare. In Pakistan, CSR is gaining momentum, driven by growing awareness, regulatory frameworks, and shifting corporate mindsets. This review paper examines the evolution, trends, challenges, and future of CSR in Pakistan, analyzing key studies and practices. It also explores the role of government, the private sector, and civil society in promoting CSR, while identifying areas for improvement and development. PRISMA methods are used to collect the literature from WOS and Scopus databases. Articles, thesis, books published in English and WOS and Scopus were included in the study. CSR has positive impression in attracting the investors in Pakistan. CSR also help firms to attract talented and hard-working employees.