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: Received: 21 March 2024 / Approved: 22 March 2024 / Online: 22 March 2024 (06:29:23 CET)
How to cite:
WONG, H.S.; SUM, C.K.; CHAN, H. Driving Blockchain Adoption in Small and Medium Enterprise Sector: Introducing the Concept of “Transformation Conditions”. Preprints2024, 2024031348. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.1348.v1
WONG, H.S.; SUM, C.K.; CHAN, H. Driving Blockchain Adoption in Small and Medium Enterprise Sector: Introducing the Concept of “Transformation Conditions”. Preprints 2024, 2024031348. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.1348.v1
WONG, H.S.; SUM, C.K.; CHAN, H. Driving Blockchain Adoption in Small and Medium Enterprise Sector: Introducing the Concept of “Transformation Conditions”. Preprints2024, 2024031348. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.1348.v1
APA Style
WONG, H.S., SUM, C.K., & CHAN, H. (2024). Driving Blockchain Adoption in Small and Medium Enterprise Sector: Introducing the Concept of “Transformation Conditions”. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.1348.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
WONG, H.S., Carmen Ka-man SUM and Hau-ling CHAN. 2024 "Driving Blockchain Adoption in Small and Medium Enterprise Sector: Introducing the Concept of “Transformation Conditions”" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.1348.v1
Abstract
Blockchain technology (BCT) has the potential for sustainable development, enhancing business efficiency, reducing costs, and strengthening data security. Despite its potential, adoption among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is low due to the need for significant changes in technology infrastructure and the challenge of interoperability. A cross-sectional survey was done with 226 Hong Kong SMEs. The PLS-SEM results highlighted favorable transformation conditions as the most critical factor for SMEs considering the adoption of BCT. These conditions address both internal and external readiness for adopting the disruptive strategy. Other contributing factors to BCT adoption include trust in BCT developers, perceived usefulness and ease of use, government support, and perceived security. The research results contributed to the literature on disruptive technology acceptance, adoption, transformation conditions, technology readiness, and SMEs’ technology adoption. Government-supported policies and initiatives can promote BCT adoption, including educational programs, case studies, and resources for readiness. Financial support and regulatory frameworks can further encourage adoption. BCT developers can demonstrate the value of their systems, effectively communicate potential ROI and cost savings, and provide user-friendly interfaces to increase SMEs’ intention to adopt BCT.
Keywords
blockchain; small and medium enterprises; transformation conditions
Subject
Business, Economics and Management, Business and Management
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