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Disruptive Technology and Performance of Manufacturing SMEs as Moderated by Technological Innovation in South-West Nigeria

Title
Disruptive Technology and Performance of Manufacturing SMEs as Moderated by Technological Innovation in South-West Nigeria
Creator
Olubiyi, Timilehin Olasoji; Longe, Olumide Babatope; Susela Devi, K. Suppiah; Sinha, Mudita; Ayodeji, Olamide Titilayo; Ibikunle, Titilayo Doris; Aroge, Israel Olabode; Obisanya, Abiodun Richard
Description
The manufacturing sector is critical and significant to economic growth, offering dynamic benefits for industrial transformation. However, many manufacturing small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face challenges such as limited capacity and technical expertise, leading to reduced profitability, market share (MS), and overall business performance. In todays competitive business environment, these SMEs are particularly vulnerable to the effects of disruptive technology (DT), which poses both challenges and opportunities. This study examined the impact of DT on the performance of selected manufacturing SMEs in Lagos and Ogun States, Nigeria, with technological innovation (TIN) as a moderating factor. A survey research design was employed, targeting a population of 2, 603 manufacturing SMEs (504 in Ogun State and 2, 099 in Lagos State). Using Cochrans formula, a sample size of 436 was determined, and stratified random sampling was used to select respondents. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, yielding an 88.3% response rate. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses revealed that DT significantly influenced SME performance, with TIN strengthening this relationship (adjusted R2 = 0.913, 0.932, and 0.935 across models, p < 0.05). The findings suggested that adopting DT is significant for improving the long-term performance of manufacturing SMEs. It is recommended among others that management should prioritize the integration of DT components to enhance overall business outcomes and competitiveness. 2026 Olamide Titilayo Ayodeji, Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi, Titilayo Doris Ibikunle, Israel Olabode Aroge and Abiodun Richard Obisanya
Source
Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship Research;Volume;22;Issue;4;
Date
01-01-2025
Publisher
Emerald Publishing
Subject
AI; Competition; Disruptive technology; economic growth; firm performance; L26; M54; manufacturing SMEs; O33; Policy; Robots; SMEs; Start-ups; technological innovation
Coverage
Olubiyi T.O., West Midlands Open University, Nigeria, Department of Business Administration, School of Management and Social Sciences, West Midlands Open University, Nigeria; Longe O.B., West Midlands Open University, Nigeria; Susela Devi K.S., Sunway University, Malaysia; Sinha M., Christ University, India; Ayodeji O.T., Department of General Studies, School of Communication and Information Technology, D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Nigeria; Ibikunle T.D., Department of Entrepreneurship Management, School of Management Sciences, Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Nigeria; Aroge I.O., Department of Project Management, School of Management Sciences, Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Nigeria; Obisanya A.R., Department of Public Administration, School of Management Sciences, D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Nigeria
Rights
Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
Relation
ISSN: 20407246;
Format
online
Language
English
Type
Article

Citation

Olubiyi, Timilehin Olasoji; Longe, Olumide Babatope; Susela Devi, K. Suppiah; Sinha, Mudita; Ayodeji, Olamide Titilayo; Ibikunle, Titilayo Doris; Aroge, Israel Olabode; Obisanya, Abiodun Richard, “Disruptive Technology and Performance of Manufacturing SMEs as Moderated by Technological Innovation in South-West Nigeria,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 18, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/22933.

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