Information technology innovation and its impact on job creation by SMEs in developing countries: an analysis of the literature review
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2019-08-06
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taylor and Francis
Abstract
This study reviews the literature on the role of technology innovation in
job creation through small businesses in developing countries. A sevenstep approach to the literature review is used for synthesising relevant
data. The results show that technology innovations influence
employment creation in small businesses positively and act as a driving
force for economic development. The effective use of information
technology in small businesses has a major impact on their
competitiveness and access to international markets. Thus, the need for
the government to develop technology innovative strategies for small
businesses to actualise their firm performance and enhance job creation
is recommended. The findings and proposed theoretical model of the
study enrich existing theories and would help policymakers understand
the role of information technology innovation in job creation and
economic development.
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Employment creation, SME performance, developing countries, ICT