Aug 2026· Proceedings of the International Conference on Rural Development and Entrepreneurship (ICORE)· 0 citations· 15 references
TL;DR
The findings indicate that the integration of adaptive management and digital transformation can strengthen business resilience and sustainability, while contributing to the development of more inclusive and competitive rural economic systems.
Abstract
This study aims to examine how local businesses implement adaptive management and digital transformation in response to the dynamics of the business environment, as well as their implications for strengthening sustainable rural economies within the context of global sustainable development. This study employs a qualitative case study approach, utilizing data collection techniques such as in-depth interviews and field observations to explore adaptive strategies, digital practices, and the operational challenges faced by business actors. The findings reveal that business actors actively implement adaptive strategies, such as price adjustments, product diversification, and service quality improvements in response to market changes. Furthermore, the use of digital platforms enables expanded market access, improved operational efficiency, and the utilization of customer feedback as a basis for continuous evaluation. However, this study also identifies challenges, such as increased competition on digital platforms, dependence on platform systems, and operational cost pressures. These findings indicate that the integration of adaptive management and digital transformation can strengthen business resilience and sustainability, while contributing to the development of more inclusive and competitive rural economic systems. This study contributes by presenting an integrative perspective that links micro-level business adaptation with digital transformation in supporting sustainable rural economic development.
The study underscored the importance of integrating digitalization with innovation-driven strategies to achieve long-term business success and provided valuable insights for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and industry stakeholders in developing frameworks that support digital transformation and sustainable micro-business practices.
Marivic Pogado· Psychology and Education: A...· 0 citations
By promoting healthier digital practices, organisations can improve employee well-being and effectively use digital tools, ultimately enhancing competitiveness in a dynamic landscape.
Dilek Şahin Yomralıoğlu, Beyza Toksoy· Istanbul Journal of Economic...· 0 citations
The increasing pressure for sustainable business practices, combined with rapid digitalisation, is reshaping organisational strategies worldwide. This study investigates the impact of digital transformation on sustainable business practices, environmental sustainability, and business performance in the Albanian retail sector. A quantitative research approach was employed, using survey data collected from retail firms and analysed through reliability, correlation, regression, and moderation analyses. The findings indicate that digital transformation has a positive and statistically significant effect on sustainable business practices and environmental sustainability, while exerting its strongest influence on business performance. The results further reveal that support mechanisms, including training, financial assistance, and institutional support, significantly enhance the effectiveness of sustainable digital transformation. In contrast, organisational barriers, such as limited infrastructure and low levels of digital literacy, do not have a direct significant effect; however, their negative impact is mitigated by the presence of support mechanisms, confirming a moderating effect. These findings highlight the critical role of digital transformation as a driver of both sustainability and organisational performance. The study contributes to the existing literature by providing empirical evidence from the context of an emerging economy and offers practical implications for managers and policymakers seeking to promote sustainable digital development.
Dorjana Feimi· Economics and Environment· 0 citations
Digital transformation has come out as a primary force of organizational change and has transformed the way companies are designing and executing sustainable business models (SBMs) to gain competitive advantage. The introduction of digital technologies into business strategies is the opportunity and challenge in the developing economies, in which institutional constraints and resources limitations are common phenomena. This paper considers how digital transformation can support sustainable business models and its implication on competitive advantage in the developing nations. The study is based on a mixed-methods research design and explores the interaction between digital capabilities, business model innovation, and sustainability-oriented strategies to affect the performance of firms. The results suggest that digital transformation is a strong boost to the efficiency of SBMs as it allows firms to become more efficient in their operations, create innovations, and better adapt to the dynamism in the market. Moreover, the digital capabilities enhance the connection between sustainability practices and competitive performance, and they emphasize the strategic significance of sustainability in the new markets. The research also indicates that companies that use advanced digital technologies and platforms are in a better position to attain sustainable competitive advantage due to innovation and optimization of resources. This research is believed to add to a more holistic approach to the literature on digital transformation, sustainability, and strategic management by incorporating insights into how companies in developing economies can use digitalization to improve their sustainability and competitiveness. The research has both theoretical and practical implications to managers and policymakers who need to propel sustainable growth using digital innovation.
Freddies Oscar· Libyan Journal of Applied an...· 0 citations
The results show that Digital Intensity significantly and positively influences financial, environmental, and social performance (SP), highlighting its role as a primary driver of SME sustainability, and underline the need for prioritising investment in digital tools and skills.
R. K. Letshaba, Lebogang Mosupye-Semenya· South African Journal of Bus...· 0 citations
Purpose: This study examines how digital transformation and financial management capability jointly influence organizational efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability in an emerging economy.Research Methodology: A mixed-method comparative design was employed using quantitative and qualitative evidence. The public sector context involved 30 respondents and eight informants, analyzed through descriptive indices and paired-sample t-tests. Results: Digital transformation enhanced perceived economic value by improving efficiency and transparency. However, small traders’ financial management capabilities remained limited. Businesses with diversified portfolios and better financial records achieved stronger performance, highlighting the role of internal managerial capability.Conclusions: Digital transformation and financial management capability serve as complementary mechanisms for improving organizational performance and sustainability. Technology adoption generates stronger benefits when supported by effective financial governance and managerial discipline.Limitations: The study is limited by cross-sectional data, selected organizational contexts, and the absence of causal modeling for small businesses.Contributions: This study provides an integrated perspective linking digital transformation and financial management practices to organizational resilience in emerging-market environments.
Ditrick Dismas Mtuka, Raphael J. Mwezi, Yuliansyah Yuliansyah et al.· International Journal of Org...· 0 citations
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