Antecedents of Industry 4.0 capabilities and technological innovation: a dynamic capabilities perspective

Document Type

Article

Source of Publication

European Business Review

Publication Date

1-1-2023

Abstract

Purpose: This paper aims to empirically examine the impact of dynamic capabilities on Industry 4.0 capabilities in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Jordan. It also aims to examine the potential impact of industry 4.0 capabilities on technological innovation. Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected from 210 respondents who work and own SMEs in Jordan. SmartPLS software based on the partial least squares-structural equation modeling approach was used to test hypotheses. Findings: The findings reveal the positive effects of the three components of dynamic capabilities, including sensing, seizing and reconfiguring, on Industry 4.0 capabilities. They also confirm the positive effect of Industry 4.0 capabilities on technological innovation. Originality/value: This study provides valuable practical implications and enriches the literature on the determinants of Industry 4.0 capabilities and its role in developing the dynamic capabilities of SMEs, such as technological innovation.

ISSN

0955-534X

Publisher

Emerald

Disciplines

Computer Sciences

Keywords

Dynamic capabilities, Industry 4.0 capabilities, Jordan, Small and medium enterprises, Technological innovation

Scopus ID

85178423926

Indexed in Scopus

yes

Open Access

no

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