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Research on the Impact of Transformational Leadership on Asset Encryption in Vietnamese Enterprises: The Case of Joint Stock Companies in Hanoi City and Neighboring Provinces

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  • Nguyen Duy Chuc

    (School of Economic – Hanoi University of Industry)

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Purpose — This study investigates how transformational leadership (TL) influences enterprise asset encryption (AE)—the strategy, technology, and governance practices for encrypting digital assets at rest and in transit—among Vietnamese joint‑stock companies (JSCs) in Hanoi and adjacent provinces. Design/methodology/approach — Building on TL theory and technology adoption/governance perspectives (e.g., TOE, dynamic capabilities, IT governance), we develop a structural model in which TL (second‑order construct: idealized influence—IF, inspirational motivation—IM, intellectual stimulation—IS, individualized consideration—IC) affects AE directly and indirectly via (i) Digital Security Culture (DSC) and (ii) Security Capability Maturity (SCM). We also test moderating effects of firm size and industry digital intensity. Survey data are collected from managers and security/IT leads in JSCs. PLS‑SEM (SmartPLS 4) evaluates the measurement and structural models; measurement invariance and MGA are conducted. Findings — TL shows a positive, substantive effect on AE; IM and IS are strongest lower‑order predictors. DSC mediates the relationship, and SCM partially mediates it. Effects are stronger in larger firms and high‑digital‑intensity industries. Practical implications — Encrypt‑by‑default programs succeed when leaders articulate a compelling security vision, stimulate problem solving, and invest in capability maturation aligned to governance frameworks. Originality/value — We conceptualize asset encryption as a multi‑dimensional organizational outcome (coverage, strength, key management, compliance integration, and operationalization) and link it to leadership‑driven culture and capability pathways in an emerging‑market context.

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  • Nguyen Duy Chuc, 2025. "Research on the Impact of Transformational Leadership on Asset Encryption in Vietnamese Enterprises: The Case of Joint Stock Companies in Hanoi City and Neighboring Provinces," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(9), pages 8500-8517, September.
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