Overcoming Entrepreneurial Barriers: Exploring Technology-Based Solutions for Business Success in the UAE

Nouf Alameri, Zayed University
Areej Elsayary, Zayed University

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Source of Publication

Proceedings of the 29th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics (WMSCI 2025)

Publication Date

9-9-2025

Abstract

This study examines the challenges entrepreneurs encounter when starting or managing a business, focusing on common barriers and proposing technology-driven solutions. It utilizes an observational design for quantitative research through surveys distributed to business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. The findings reveal that various obstacles limit growth, and suggest that technology platforms can offer tools to help entrepreneurs overcome these challenges. The study provides valuable insights into the UAE’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem, highlighting structural issues that impede progress by evaluating initial barriers. A key takeaway is the role of digital technologies, particularly AI and mobile applications, in identifying and addressing these barriers. Although many entrepreneurs have yet to implement technology-based solutions, there is openness to adopting customized tools.

ISBN

[9781950492855]

ISSN

2771-0947

Publisher

International Institute of Informatics and Cybernetics

First Page

102

Last Page

106

Disciplines

Business | Computer Sciences

Keywords

Business Barriers, Digital Platforms, Entrepreneurship, Technology Solutions, UAE Startups

Scopus ID

105021491652

Indexed in Scopus

yes

Open Access

no

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