Entrepreneurial Environment Research Articles

Crossroads between Big Data and entrepreneurship: current key trends

Entrepreneurship is vital for economic growth and development, as it fosters innovation, creates jobs, and enhances competition and competitiveness. At the same time, in contemporary society, where the Internet has assumed the role of the primary instrument for both communication and commerce, effective utilisation of vast amounts of data has become imperative for businesses, especially in the entrepreneurial environment. To identify the main connections in two of the currently most trending concepts in business, we undertook a systematic literature review focusing on Big Data, entrepreneurship, and their interconnections in business management through 301 research documents. While numerous studies have already delved individually into Big Data and entrepreneurship, the interconnection between these concepts still has research potential. Our results reflect a growing interest in leading research on these topics, with specific leading authors and countries. Furthermore, we show and discuss a conceptual map consisting of five clusters, unveiling interesting connections such as the impact of blockchain on firms, the correlation between Big Data and firm performance, the role of data science, and the significance of Big Data analytics for operational performance. The article ends by examining how Big Data and entrepreneurship change the business landscape. While entrepreneurs use data for decision-making, innovation, and tailored customer experiences, there are lingering concerns such as data security and privacy. The future of business and innovation will depend, in part, on the crossroads between entrepreneurs and Big Data technologies.

Study of factors influencing women entrepreneurship in Kabul Afghanistan

This research aims to dissect the intricate factors hindering women's entrepreneurship in Kabul, Afghanistan. By delving into these barriers, we seek to empower women through targeted support programs, therefore catalyzing economic growth and fostering innovation. Our study uncovers the profound impact of societal expectations and cultural norms on women's entrepreneurial endeavors. It illuminates the constraints imposed by limited mobility, the social stigma surrounding women in business, and entrenched gender roles dictating access to resources. These findings underscore the necessity of tailored interventions to dismantle systemic obstacles and cultivate a conducive environment for female entrepreneurship. By examining the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Kabul, this research offers original insights into the socio-cultural landscape of a post-conflict society. It contributes to a nuanced understanding of entrepreneurship dynamics, enriching scholarly discourse and informing policy initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality and economic development. Key Words: Women Entrepreneurs, Kabul, Afghanistan, Entrepreneurial Challenges, Gender Barriers

The Influence of The Entrepreneurial Environment And Government Support on The Performance of MSMEs in Bandung

Entrepreneurs is an important factor in the entrepreneurial process. Entrepreneurs who are prosperous tend to continue their business, whereas entrepreneurs who are not prosperous will abandon their business. This research aims to determine the factors that influence the welfare of MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) entrepreneurs in the city of Bandung. Entrepreneurs play a big role in improving the economy of developing countries, such as Indonesia. The research methodology used is a quantitative method where the data collective by quisenare and Smar PLS use to data calculate.. it can be concluded that Government support and the External Environment have a significant influence on MSME performance in Bandung City. Apart from that, it is known that MSME performance influences the well-being of entrepreneurs.

Diseño y validación de instrumento para medir el emprendimiento corporativo en Costa Rica

This study presents the development, validation, and application of an instrument tailored to assess the conduciveness of the internal environment for corporate entrepreneurship among large Costa Rican organizations. Based on a sample of 201 managers, principal component analysis was used to identify and validate a new measuring tool. The validated instrument was applied to a sample of 184 managers belonging to four different economic sectors. T-tests and ANOVA were implementedto identify differences in the perceptions of participants. The results of the application of the instrument suggest that while perceptions of conduciveness of the internal environments significantly differ among sectors, the lack of time and incentives for innovation is negatively associated with the entrepreneurial climate among all large firms in Costa Rica.

Optimizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Insights from Choice-based Conjoint Analysis of Chinese Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurship is pivotal for economic growth, and fostering urban entrepreneurship environments has gained significant attention from policymakers and scholars. This study investigates the importance of different attributes within Entrepreneurial Ecosystems (EE) and their impact on regional entrepreneurship. Using Choice-based Conjoint Analysis (CBCA), preferences of 550 Chinese entrepreneurs were examined. Results reveal that funding size, government size, and financial capital are critical attributes. Entrepreneurs with higher initial capital prioritize funding size over market potential. Moreover, entrepreneurs with lower initial capital demonstrate a significantly higher willingness to pay for relocating to regions with higher per capita deposits. These findings provide insights for local governments to tailor strategies for attracting entrepreneurs with diverse capital levels, emphasizing subsidies for large enterprises or improving local livelihoods to foster small and medium-sized enterprises.

Study on the Image Construction of Shenzhen in Foreign Media

As China's special economic zone and technological innovation center, Shenzhen enjoys a high reputation at home and abroad. This study aims to observe overseas media reports on Shenzhen in recent years and explore its image construction through the method of combining corpus and critical discourse analysis. Based on the NOW corpus created by Brigham Young University in the United States, we find that the discourse construction of overseas media around Shenzhen stems from the image of its special economic zone and technological innovation. As a microcosm of China's reform and opening up, Shenzhen is portrayed as a modern, innovative and dynamic city. By analyzing the reports in the corpus, we find that overseas media mainly focus on Shenzhen's technology industry, innovation and entrepreneurship environment, and economic development mode. Shenzhen's status as China's technological innovation hub and its importance in global value chains are frequently mentioned in the reports. In addition, overseas media have also paid attention to Shenzhen's urban planning, environmental protection and international cooperation. Overall, overseas media coverage of Shenzhen presents a positive, modern image, emphasizing its importance and influence on the global stage. As a successful model of China's reform and opening up, Shenzhen is gradually becoming the focus of international attention, showing its charm and vitality as a modern city.

基于三螺旋理论的大学生就业创业困境的破解之

This article, grounded in the Triple Helix theory framework, systematically examines the significant challenges encountered by students at Qiqihar University in Heilongjiang Province during their employment and entrepreneurial endeavors, and offers appropriate solutions. The Triple Helix theory underscores the crucial interactive relationships between universities, industries, and government agencies, which are vital for promoting knowledge innovation and technological transformation. Through literature reviews and surveys, this article uncovers the various difficulties faced by students in employment and entrepreneurship, such as low entrepreneurial motivation, a disconnect between entrepreneurial and professional education, the ineffective functionality of entrepreneurial education practice bases, and a lack of external social support. To address these issues, it proposes strategies including enhancing innovative entrepreneurship course development, optimizing the entrepreneurship environment, strengthening service platform construction, and implementing fiscal and tax support policies. The article argues that through close collaboration among governments, universities, and businesses, significant breakthroughs can be achieved in alleviating the challenges faced by students in employment and entrepreneurship, thereby fostering healthy socio-economic development and providing valuable theoretical and practical insights for higher education institutions tackling similar issues.

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION ON INTENTIONS OF STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The capacity to affect change on a local and global scale about a range of political, social, environmental, and economic challenges is known as social entrepreneurship (SE). Young exposure to theory and practice of social entrepreneurship at postsecondary educational institutions is thought to influence this change. In this study, we examine the intentions of students in social entrepreneurship. This study's objective is to assess the degrees of social and entrepreneurial entrepreneurship. For the study, 150 college students served as the sample. This study examines empathy, moral duty, social support, self-efficacy, social impact, and educational level as principal motivators for social entrepreneurship intentions. The SPSS is a software program used to analyse the data and perform statistical analyses. The findings indicate that the only factors that were statistically correlated with the desire to engage in social entrepreneurship were empathy, self-efficacy, and psychological support. The association between social support and the ambitions for social entrepreneurship was shown to be unfavourable. In conclusion, the study provides insightful information for practitioners and educators who aim to foster a vibrant environment for student social entrepreneurship.

How Can We Remove Psychological Entrepreneurship Barriers on Entrepreneurship Intention for Health Organizations in the Future?

Entrepreneurial orientation significantly influences business financial performance, particularly in global markets, making it pivotal across economies. Developed nations provide a conducive environment for entrepreneurship, supported by educational systems and skill development programs. Conversely, in developing countries, cultural and social disparities create unique challenges, shaping entrepreneurial intentions. Psychological barriers such as risk aversion, fear of failure, and resistance to change hinder potential entrepreneurs, particularly in health science faculties. A study conducted in Turkey aimed to explore these barriers among health science students. Data collected from 788 students revealed that psychological factors explained 72% of entrepreneurial intentions. Regression analysis confirmed the significance of risk avoidance, fear of failure, attitude towards change, and stress avoidance in shaping intentions. Despite these barriers, heightened entrepreneurial intentions among health students were associated with greater success in overcoming obstacles. The findings emphasize the importance of addressing psychological barriers in fostering innovative and entrepreneurial healthcare professionals. By understanding these dynamics, educational institutions, policymakers, and healthcare practitioners can better support the development of an entrepreneurial healthcare workforce. The intersection of healthcare and entrepreneurship presents opportunities for transformative solutions, potentially enhancing patient outcomes and advancing the healthcare sector. Despite challenges, emerging trends suggest a growing interest in leveraging innovation for positive change in healthcare, highlighting the potential for impactful contributions to the industry’s evolution.

The role of digital financial inclusion in promoting entrepreneurship in China: A provincial perspective

This study examines the impact of DFI on entrepreneurship in China and across its regions (i.e., rural and urban) using province-level panel data from 2011 to 2019. Digital financial inclusion (DFI) serves as a catalyst for entrepreneurship by giving access to financial services. Entrepreneurs, both in urban centers and rural areas, gain fair and equitable platforms by unlocking opportunities for growth and innovation through the use of technology. We employed fixed effect Driscoll-Kraay standard errors (FE-DKSE) and feasible generalized least squares (FGLS) techniques for empirical analysis. The findings showed that there is an N-shaped relationship between the DFI and entrepreneurship in China and across its regions (i.e., rural and urban). Our estimates are robust and insensitive to the inclusion of other control variables such as economic growth, urbanization and trade openness. Economic growth and trade openness have a positive and significant impact on entrepreneurship, and a negative relationship between urbanization and entrepreneurship. The policy insinuation is that the government needs to actively expedite the growth of DFI and establish a favorable external environment for entrepreneurship. To enhance the attainment of entrepreneurial targets, it is essential to adapt DFI policies according to regions.

Students’ individual entrepreneurial orientation and the scope of startup activities in Russia: The role of university infrastructure

The development of startup activity among students is often considered a key ingredient to increasing entrepreneurship levels and reducing unemployment rates among youth. This study examines the role of personal characteristics and university infrastructure components in the context of nascent entrepreneurship in an emerging market setting. Drawing on the self-efficacy perspective, we theorize the effect of students' individual entrepreneurial orientation on the scope of their startup activity. Based on the university embeddedness theory, we further explore whether the university entrepreneurial environment and entrepreneurial program learning moderate this relationship. Our sample was drawn from the 2021 GUESSS project, which includes 1521 students from 21 universities in Russia. Data were analyzed using hierarchical multiple regression models with the help of Stata MP software. We found that individual entrepreneurial orientation increases the scope of students' startup activities, and the university entrepreneurial environment that is evaluated above the median score strengthens this relationship, while the entrepreneurial program learning has no effect. Our research seeks to draw researchers' and practitioners' attention to the need of both exploring the nuances of students’ personal traits that influence their involvement in startup activities and building an effective university entrepreneurial ecosystem to stimulate entrepreneurial endeavors among youth.

The drivers of managerial innovation in a hostile entrepreneurial environment: from individual to organizational resilience

The drivers of managerial innovation in a hostile entrepreneurial environment: from individual to organizational resilience

Analysis of the Effects of Environmental Entrepreneurship on Sustainable Development among Small and Medium Enterprises in Lusaka’s Central Business District (CBD)

Currently, there is a pressing need for entrepreneurs to adopt environmentally friendly strategies, technologies, and products that will result into sustainable solutions to problems of the day. This study was adopted to analyze the effects of environmental entrepreneurship on sustainable development among small and medium enterprises in Lusaka’s CBD. A sample of 278 respondents was selected using the Cochran formula which resulted into a response rate of 91% with 252 respondents. A mixed methodology approach was used and data was analyzed through the use of SPSS from which correlation and a summary of coefficient were used to measure the relationship among variables. The overall coefficient of correlation of 0.947 from the SPSS results suggests that there is a strong positive relationship between the variables under observation in relation to sustainable development among SMEs with regards to environmental entrepreneurship strategies which are: environmental efficacy, and environmental innovation. The R-Square (coefficient of determination) of 0.897 suggests that sustainable development is influenced 89.7% by the independent variables observed.

Entrepreneurship ethics and its contribution to sustainable development goals

Purpose Research done to date has produced a wide range of perspectives that center on the junction between the specific function and responsibility of the entrepreneur when applying ethical dimensions to the field of entrepreneurship. By combining a bibliometric analysis with the literature review, the purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of entrepreneurship ethics and its contribution to sustainable development goals, along with future research directions on the topic of entrepreneurship and ethics. Design/methodology/approach The research looked for literature based on entrepreneurship ethics from the Dimension database. The authors accumulated 2,279 articles for the period of 2002–2022 for analysis. The authors used bibliometric analysis for analyzing the topic with the use of VosViewer and Excel. Findings By combining a bibliometric analysis with a literature review, this study aimed to provide an overview of the ethics and entrepreneurship and contribution to sustainable development goals. The most influential author and journal are Vanessa Ratten and the Journal of Business Ethics, respectively. The top sustainable development goals (SDGs) being contributed by entrepreneurship ethics are SDG4, SDG8, SDG16, SDG11 and SDG3. By contrasting these two interpretations, the authors have demonstrated that the entrepreneurship environment involves various ethical issues connected to personal, organizational and societal sectors. Research limitations/implications The current study may serve as a general guideline for future investigation into this topic. Practical implications Regarding the practical ramifications, the findings can help entrepreneurs who are preparing to launch a business or are already doing so. The findings provide a comprehensive framework of success variables that must be considered to improve the venture’s performance. Originality/value This study’s originality is from presenting a structured and in-depth literature review that describes the current state of entrepreneurship ethics and its contribution to sustainable development goals. A complete analysis of the data gathered on entrepreneurship ethics is offered to establish that it is sustainable.

Optimized Multi-Scale Mixed Dense Graph Convolution Network for Career Impression Management in College Students Based on Social Network Analysis

This investigation attempts to increase success rate of employment, entrepreneurship by addressing the dangers that college students face when seeking work and starting their own businesses in rural areas. It offers a way of social environment analysis based on employment, entrepreneurship of college students in rural areas. This approach comprehends the employment and social environment of college students' rural employment, entrepreneurship as research goal. It thoroughly examines, detects component parts of the college students' rural employment, entrepreneurship environment. In this manuscript, Optimized Multi-Scale Mixed Dense Graph Convolution Network for Career Impression Management in College Students Based on Social Network Analysis (MSMDGCN-CIM-CS-SNA) is proposed. Initially input data are gathered from Xing social network Dataset. To execute this, input data is pre-processed using Distributed Adaptive Cubature Information Filtering(DACIF) and it removes the noise from collected data; then the Pre-processed data are fed to MSMDGCN for effectively categorize Career Impression Management in College Students. In general, MSMDGCN does not express adapting optimization strategies to determine optimal parameters to ensure accurate Career Impression Management in College Students. Hence, the Sand Cat swarms optimization(SCSOA) to optimize Quantum Conditional Generative Adversarial Network which accurately Career Impression Management in College Students based on Social Media.Then the proposed MSMDGCN-CIM-CS-SNA is implemented and the performance metrics like Student Origin; Proportion of Daily Living Expenses, Student’s Graduation Trend, Selection of Career Areas for College Students, Units of College Student’s Career Intention and Computation Time the World are analyzed. Performance of the MSMDGCN-CIM-CS-SNA approach attains 18.75%, 26.89% and 32.57% higher Student’s Graduation Trend; 16.87%, 24.57% and 32.94% lower Units of College Student’s Career Intention and 18.43%, 25.64% and 31.40% lower Computation Time when analyzed through existing techniques like analysis on social environment of college students’ rural employment with entrepreneurship (ASE-CS-REE), recommendation model for college career entrepreneurship projects depend on deep learning (RM-CCE-DL), group relationship mining of college students depend on predictive social network (GRM-CS-PSN) methods respectively.

Impact of Digital Transformation on Firm Performance: A Comparative Study of Germany

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the impact of digital transformation on firm performance: a comparative study of Germany. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: The comparative study on digital transformation's impact on firm performance in Germany reveals that embracing digitalization leads to improved productivity, efficiency, and innovation. It also emphasizes how digital technologies enhance market competitiveness, expand customer reach, and drive revenue growth and profitability. Strategic planning and organizational adaptability are crucial for firms to maximize the benefits of digital transformation. Overall, the findings underscore the transformative potential of digitalization for German firms, necessitating proactive adoption and continuous adaptation to remain competitive. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Resource-based view (RBV), institutional theory & dynamic capabilities theory may be used to anchor future studies on analyze the impact of digital transformation on firm performance: a comparative study of Germany. Firms should focus on enhancing employee digital literacy, establishing cross-functional teams, and embracing a customer-centric mindset to drive innovation and growth in the digital age. Policymakers play a crucial role in creating an enabling environment for digital innovation and entrepreneurship.

Labor Market Flexibility and Unemployment: A Study of the United States

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the labor market flexibility and unemployment: a study of the United States
 Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
 Findings: The study on Labor Market Flexibility and Unemployment in the United States found that while flexibility can foster job creation, it also exacerbates structural unemployment. Certain groups, like minorities and low-skilled workers, are disproportionately affected. Additionally, technological advancements and globalization reshape the labor market. Labor market institutions play a crucial role in mediating flexibility's impact. Overall, nuanced policy interventions are needed to address unemployment challenges.
 Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Structural unemployment theory, dual labor market theory & institutional theory of labor markets may be used to anchor future studies on the labor market flexibility and unemployment: a study of the United States. Practical recommendations could include fostering a supportive environment for entrepreneurship and innovation, enhancing access to lifelong learning and skill development opportunities, and implementing targeted measures to support vulnerable groups in the labor market. From a policy perspective, the study should advocate for evidence-based policymaking that prioritizes the promotion of inclusive growth and social cohesion.

Exploring the Influence of Village Social Capital and Rural Development on Farmers’ Entrepreneurial Decision-Making: Unveiling the Path to Local Entrepreneurship

This paper aims to comprehensively define village social capital, assess its multifaceted dimensions in relation to farmers’ entrepreneurial decision-making, and investigate the mediating role of rural development. The research sample consists of 14,133 farmers selected through a multi-stage proportional-to-size unequal probability sampling method. Data collection was carried out using questionnaires as part of the “Chinese Thousand Village Survey” project. Empirical analysis was conducted using binary logit and basic linear regression models, supplemented by probit models and other robustness testing methods. The findings indicate that village social capital exerts a significant and favorable influence on farmers’ entrepreneurial decision-making. Controlling for other variables, a unit increment in farmers’ village social network, village social participation, and village social trust is associated with a respective increase in farmers’ odds of entrepreneurial decision-making by 3.96, 5.42, and 16.28%. Village social trust emerges as the most influential factor. Additionally, rural harmony and rural economy partially mediate the relationship between village social capital and farmers’ entrepreneurial decision-making. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between village social capital and farmers’ entrepreneurial decision-making, offering valuable guidance for farmers looking to leverage village social capital in their entrepreneurial endeavors. It lays a theoretical foundation for relevant entities to strengthen village social capital and cultivate a supportive environment for rural entrepreneurship. To our knowledge, this paper is among the earlier studies that investigate farmers’ entrepreneurial decision-making. Besides, the relationship between village social capital and rural development is rarely studied in the literature as two determinants of farmers’ entrepreneurial decision-making.

Innovation Ecosystem for Resource-Rich Countries: Validation of Entrepreneurship Framework for Qatar as a Case

This study investigated how entrepreneurship can reshape resource-based countries such as Qatar into more diverse, sustainable, and knowledge-driven economies. By integrating both exploratory and quantitative research methods, it closely examines how various elements, including government policies, societal values, financial aids, and technological advancements, interact to influence entrepreneurial success. A significant part of the research involves a survey design based on initial qualitative research from a previous study to test the effectiveness of these strategic suggestions. This paper presents targeted recommendations for stakeholders to enhance entrepreneurship education, streamline business regulations, and introduce a national entrepreneurship zone (ENT-Q) facilitated by a digital platform (Ryadah). These steps aim to improve the entrepreneurial environment significantly, making it easier to access crucial business information, support small businesses through dedicated funds, and shift towards a diversified and knowledge-based economy. The anticipated result is better policymaking in entrepreneurship, increased entrepreneurial activity and success, and a move away from reliance on traditional oil and gas sectors. By offering a detailed plan for promoting entrepreneurship in resource-rich settings, this paper contributes valuable insights into economic diversification and sustainable development, providing actionable strategies that can be adapted to similar economies worldwide in a manner that is more accessible and understandable.

The Impact of the Entrepreneurial Environment on Vietnamese Tourism Students' Entrepreneurial Intention

Purpose: Based on Social and Contextual cognitive theory, this study examines the impact of the entrepreneurial environment on the entrepreneurial intentions of students majoring in tourism in Vietnam. Design/methodology/approach: To standardize the conceptual framework of the study, the author began to use the qualitative research method to build hypotheses, then used the quantitative research method to conduct evaluation and assessment, and calculated the sample of the study with the SPSS software version 25. The study was conducted in the form of online survey research on the sample of 275 undergraduate students of tourism and hospitality management in 7 universities in Vietnam. Findings: The findings show that all six hypotheses of the study are accepted, and they have a positive impact on Vietnamese tourism students' entrepreneurial intention. Among them, the political environment is the most influential. Research limitations/implications: Despite efforts to standardize the conceptual framework, the complexity of the entrepreneurial environment may have led to incomplete consideration of relevant variables. The study primarily examined the impact of the entrepreneurial environment on intentions, not behaviors or outcomes, leaving room for future research to conduct a more comprehensive examination of the entrepreneurial process. These limitations offer opportunities for future research to enhance understanding of the intricate relationship between the entrepreneurial environment and intentions among tourism students in Vietnam. Originality/value: The research contributes to the understanding of entrepreneurial intentions among Vietnamese tourism students and provides practical insights for educators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. Its focus on the entrepreneurial environment and application of relevant theoretical frameworks position it as a meaningful contribution to the fields of entrepreneurship and tourism education.