Adoption of an innovation ecosystem of emerging digital technologies- (Artificial Intelligence, Internet of things and Industry 4.0 ) and the impact on firm innovation performance.

Abstract

The accelerated progress of emerging technologies has a substantial effect on the competitive landscape of businesses. It extensively confers a competitive edge, rendering it imperative for organisations to comprehend the methods of applying, adapting, or augmenting their products and services to drive growth. Therefore, the presence of an appropriate framework is vital in facilitating well-informed decision-making related to scientific research, thereby enabling the development and implementation of tangible commercial applications of technology. The present study uses a quantitative methodology, incorporating three theoretical frameworks: the diffusion of innovation theory, the technology-organisation-environment framework, and the technological acceptance model. The focus was to examine the correlation between swift technological progress, the preparedness of organisations, and the innovation performance within organisations, particularly in innovative technologies, with a particular emphasis on manufacturing and related organisations. The study involved a sample size of one hundred and fifty-three managerial participants from various organisations across thirteen nations across three developing continents (Middle East, Africa, and Asia). The data obtained from the participants was subsequently analysed using the Structural Equation Model and Chi-square models. Academic scholars acknowledge that digital technologies such as Artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Industry 4.0 (I4.0) surpass the boundaries of individual organisations, subsequently leading diverse stakeholders to contribute within a distinct and interconnected ecosystem. These developments accentuate the need to understand the impact of emerging technologies. The findings from this research provide an addition to the body of knowledge with the insight that organisations can use to enhance the utilisation of current technologies, adequately equip themselves for forthcoming technologies, and subsequently obtain extensive information and comprehension to attain profound comprehension on how the combination of various technologies can serve as a mitigant to the decline of organisational growth.

Date of Award	Apr 2025
Original language	English
Awarding Institution	University of Brighton
Supervisor	Gokhan Aydin (Supervisor) & Jose Christian (Supervisor)