Volume 06 Issue 11 November 2023
Dang Khoa Vu
Ph.D. student at Economic Bussiness University, Vietnam National University , Address: 144 Xuan Thuy Street, Cau Giay District, Hanoi Province, Vietnam
DOI : https://doi.org/10.47191/ijsshr/v6-i11-57Google Scholar Download Pdf
ABSTRACT
The objective of this article focuses on studying the internal factors affecting the digital transformation capabilities of small and medium-sized enterprises in Hai Phong Province to explain the reasons for the limitations in seizing opportunities and implementing digital transformation. These factors include: (1) Leadership; (2) Digital-oriented business strategy; (3) Employee capabilities; (4) Corporate culture; (5) Technological infrastructure. From there, solutions to enhance the digital transformation capabilities of small and medium-sized enterprises in Hai Phong Province can be proposed based on solid grounds. The article utilizes a linear regression model analysis method to assess the impact of these factors on the digital transformation capabilities of businesses based on survey data from 427 samples, including experts and managers of small and medium-sized enterprises in Hai Phong Province. The research results indicate the factors that influence the digital transformation capabilities of businesses at various levels. Consequently, businesses will have appropriate solutions to enhance their digital transformation capabilities.
KEYWORDS:Digital transformation capabilities, Internal factors, Small and medium-sized enterprises, Haiphong Province
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