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Impact of information and communication technology acquisition and skills on SMEs' innovativeness in Oyo State, Nigeria

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  • David Olufemi Akindimeji

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This study investigates the influence of ICT acquisition and skills on innovation outcomes among SMEs in three primary sectors: manufacturing, agriculture and services employing descriptive statistic and multiple linear regression analyses. Using a dataset of 400 responses, the research explores the ANOVA and linear relationships between ICT-related factors and innovation performance. While minor variations in mean scores were observed in the descriptive statistics, these differences are not statistically significant. A multiple linear regression model further highlights the role of CEO educational qualifications alongside ICT skills as significant predictors of innovation outcomes while the size, sector of activity and age of firms did not contribute significantly. The study situates these findings within the frameworks of Rogers' diffusion of innovation (DOI) and Venkatesh et al. 's (2003) unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT), underscoring the importance of ICT capabilities in fostering innovation. The results suggest that investments in ICT skills development, coupled with organisational leadership, are critical to enhancing firm-level innovation, while sector of activity does not really matter.

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  • David Olufemi Akindimeji, 2026. "Impact of information and communication technology acquisition and skills on SMEs' innovativeness in Oyo State, Nigeria," International Journal of Technological Learning, Innovation and Development, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 17(2), pages 242-255.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijtlid:v:17:y:2026:i:2:p:242-255
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