This study examined the relationship between technological absorptive capacity and the business performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as the mediating effect of e-business innovation. Based on data obtained from 179 sunflower oil-processing SMEs in Tanzania and...

The study investigated the determinants of adopting E-commerce among maize traders, focusing on the Savings Grains App. E-commerce implications on marketing effectiveness and the value co-creation opportunities were also analyzed. Primary data was sourced from 130 maize traders. Descriptive...

This editorial introduces the Special Issue on Emerging Digital Platforms and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). The collected articles explore how disintermediation through blockchain technology is redefining value creation, ownership models, financial stability, and decentralized governance. Key...

Although the use of new digital technologies is an increasingly important topic for supply chain managers, existing literature is limited on what specific capabilities are perceived to be important for a successful transition to digital supply chains, in particular from a managerial perspective....

Digital start-ups leverage the power of large datasets, cloud computing, and digital technology-driven platforms to maintain a competitive edge in the entrepreneurial landscape. As a result, digital technology is a crucial tool for creating successful digital businesses. However, our knowledge...

This study focused on the factors enabling digital transformation and the digitization of management functions in small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Empirical evidence was derived from case studies involving 22 incumbent SMEs. The findings indicate that while employee capabilities and...

The purpose of this paper is to contribute to the existing body of research on digital platforms by adopting an ecosystem perspective and considering an established framework. Through our work, we synthesize previous findings related to digital platforms and provide new insights into their...