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To investigate the influence of strategic factors on e-business adoption in small and medium enterprises: a multivariate analysis

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  • Ifrah Malik
  • Noman Sohail
  • Bin Hu
  • Fuqing Li

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This study explores the impact of strategic factors on e-business adoption by Chinese SMEs, focusing on innovation orientation, competitive pressure, and corporate strategy alignment. Using Rogers' diffusion of innovation theory and the technology organisation evolution model, the research employs a multivariate approach to predict adoption patterns. Results show a strong link between technical organisation evolution traits and e-business adoption. Organisations with explicit and advanced technological capabilities better absorb new technologies and transfer knowledge effectively. The study also emphasises that e-business adoption enhances company performance. It highlights policy implications to boost e-business adoption in China, benefiting SMEs, policymakers, and academics. As online shopping grows, its positive impact on people's lives expands. The findings provide insights to foster e-business integration, enhance SME competitiveness, and promote socio-economic development through digital transformation in China.

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  • Ifrah Malik & Noman Sohail & Bin Hu & Fuqing Li, 2025. "To investigate the influence of strategic factors on e-business adoption in small and medium enterprises: a multivariate analysis," International Journal of Management and Decision Making, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 24(5), pages 493-512.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijmdma:v:24:y:2025:i:5:p:493-512
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