Understanding the gendered nature of developing country MSMEs’ access, adoption and use of information and communication technologies for development (ICT4D)
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12928008 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Elisa Mohanty (Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, corresponding author), Anindya Jayanta Mishra (0000-0003-0517-0909, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee) |
| Year | 2020 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 273-295 |
| Publication date | 2020-06-02 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1756-6266 • E-ISSN: 1756-6274 |
| Publisher | Emerald Publishing Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1108/ijge-07-2019-0117 |
| OpenAlex | W3033058467 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 4 |
| References cited | 63 |
Purpose The widespread use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) has had a significant effect on various groups and communities of people including micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and their owners/managers. The current study aims to analyze recent literature regarding adoption of ICTs by MSMEs. Further, it tries to locate gender within this broader context of diffusion of ICTs among MSMEs. Design/methodology/approach Using the thematic analysis approach, the research articles pertaining to six leading journals on ICTs, gender and entrepreneurship published during the time period from 2011 to 2019 are reviewed. Findings The literature selected for the study has been discussed under two primary categories, viz. “adoption of information and communication technologies for development (ICT4D) for business purposes” and “insights on gender in ICT4D use by MSMEs.” Research limitations/implications The context-dependent nature of ICT use can enable future entrepreneurs to assess the scope of specific ICTs in given areas of operation. The gendered nature of ICTs helps to evaluate as well as question the empowerment potential of ICTs. The study emphasizes the need to account for historical specificities and transnational linkages in understanding access, adoption and use of ICT4D by women MSME entrepreneurs. Originality/value The study bridges together literature on ICT4D use by MSMEs and the role of gender in ICT-mediated entrepreneurial environments. While unraveling the interplay of power dynamics in such environments, the scope for future research in terms of tapping into the content of information exchanges and exploring the implications of “dark side of internet” for women MSME entrepreneurs is also indicated
Business · Context (archaeology · Economic growth · Economics · Empowerment · Entrepreneurship · ICTS · Information and Communications Technology · Knowledge management · Originality · Political science · Public relations · Qualitative research · Scope (computer science · Social science · Sociology · Thematic analysis · Computer Science · Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences · ICT Impact and Policies · Innovation and Socioeconomic Development · Marketing
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| Unique citing works | 4 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2022 - 2025 (4) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 4 |