Alaa Mohammad Alkhalailah Emilio Galdeano-Gómez Yolanda Sorroche-del-Rey
Barriers to Internationalization: Evidence from Jordanian SMEs
Abstract: This study investigates the impact of internationalization barriers on the export performance of Jordanian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The aim of this study is to investigate how the export performance of SMEs in the furniture industry is influenced by external and internal barriers and what significance these have for international performance. Based on a quantitative research design, data was collected from 318 small and medium-sized Jordanian companies through a survey. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) examined the impact of external barriers, including political, economic, legal and socio-cultural challenges, as well as internal barriers, such as financial, management and market-related barriers, on export performance. However, most barriers - whether internal or external - are domestic and have a greater impact on export performance than barriers from abroad. This study enriches RBV theory in relation to the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises by providing evidence that firm-specific resources and capabilities are key factors for SMEs both when they face export barriers and when they achieve better performance in foreign activities. The findings provide practical implications for managers, policy makers and practitioners interested in the internationalization of Jordanian SMEs. An important limitation is the cross-sectional design, one-country context, and self-report in survey research. Future studies are recommended to use a longitudinal design, mediating and moderating mechanisms. This study is innovative as it involves a combined investigation of firm-external and firm-internal export barriers and their effects on the internationalization success of Jordanian SMEs.
Alaa Mohammad Alkhalailah Emilio Galdeano-Gómez Yolanda Sorroche-del-Rey
Barriers to Internationalization: Evidence from Jordanian SMEs
Abstract: This study investigates the impact of internationalization barriers on the export performance of Jordanian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The aim of this study is to investigate how the export performance of SMEs in the furniture industry is influenced by external and internal barriers and what significance these have for international performance. Based on a quantitative research design, data was collected from 318 small and medium-sized Jordanian companies through a survey. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) examined the impact of external barriers, including political, economic, legal and socio-cultural challenges, as well as internal barriers, such as financial, management and market-related barriers, on export performance. However, most barriers - whether internal or external - are domestic and have a greater impact on export performance than barriers from abroad. This study enriches RBV theory in relation to the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises by providing evidence that firm-specific resources and capabilities are key factors for SMEs both when they face export barriers and when they achieve better performance in foreign activities. The findings provide practical implications for managers, policy makers and practitioners interested in the internationalization of Jordanian SMEs. An important limitation is the cross-sectional design, one-country context, and self-report in survey research. Future studies are recommended to use a longitudinal design, mediating and moderating mechanisms. This study is innovative as it involves a combined investigation of firm-external and firm-internal export barriers and their effects on the internationalization success of Jordanian SMEs.
Bashar Alkhawaldeh Department of Administrative Sciences, Faculty of Business, Jerash University, Jordan Farah Zuhier Jaran Department, Luminus Technical University college LTUC, Jordan Kadri S. Al-Shakri Department of Management Information Systems Ajloun National Private University, Ajloun, Jordan Hazem Almahameed Management Information Systems, Irbid National University, Jordan Ismail A. Bany Taha Faculty of Business, Department of Business Administration, Jerash University, Jordan
The influence of competitive intelligence on sustainable competitive advantage in Jordanian telecommunications companies: Mediating Role information sharing
This study investigates the influence of competitive intelligence (CI) on sustainable competitive advantage (SCA) in Jordanian telecommunications companies, with a specific focus on the mediating role of information sharing (IS). A sample of approximately 200 participants, comprising individuals knowledgeable about or involved in CI practices within their organizations, is targeted for this research. Stratified random sampling, complemented by convenience sampling methods, ensures representative participation from various departments and hierarchical levels within telecommunications firms. Data is collected through structured questionnaires, employing validated scales to measure CI practices, IS behaviors, and SCA. The data analysis was carried out using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM), which can be used to investigate the direct and indirect effects. The results show a weak direct effect of CI on SCA and a strong and highly significant direct effect of CI on IS. In addition, IS has a significant positive effect on SCA. The mediation analysis indicates that IS fully mediates CI-SCA relationship, indicating how important information sharing is for the transformation of CI into sustainable competitive advantage in Jordanian telecommunication companies. These findings enhance our knowledge about the intricate relationships between CI, IS and SCA hence giving managers practical ideas on how to improve their competitiveness in the telecommunications industry.
Bashar Younis Alkhawaldeh Department of Administrative Sciences, Faculty of Business, Jerash University, PO. Box 26150, Jordan Amjad Fahed Nahar Tweiqat Faculty of Business, Ajloun National University, Ajloun, Jordan Kadri S. Al-Shakri Department of Management Information Systems, Ajloun National Private University, Ajloun, Jordan, Abdullah Yusri Al Khatib Department of Islamic Banks, Finance and Business Faculty, World Islamic Sciences and Education University, Amman, Jordan
Impact of Renewable Energy Adoption and Organizational Culture on Employee Productivity in Jordanian Technology and IT Companies: The Mediating Role of Workplace Sustainability
This study examined the impact of renewable energy adoption and organizational culture on employee productivity in Jordanian technology and IT companies, with workplace sustainability as a mediating factor. The research targeted employees in the Jordanian technology and IT sector, with a sample size of 454 participants. A quantitative, cross-sectional survey design was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results revealed significant positive relationships between renewable energy adoption, organizational culture, workplace sustainability, and employee productivity. Both renewable energy adoption and organizational culture demonstrated direct positive effects on employee productivity, as well as indirect effects through workplace sustainability. These findings have important implications for managers and policymakers, highlighting the potential for organizations to enhance employee productivity through sustainable practices and cultural initiatives. The study contributes to the literature by integrating concepts from Stakeholder Theory and Resource-Based View Theory to explain the complex relationships between sustainability initiatives and organizational outcomes in the context of Jordanian technology and IT companies.
Journal: International Review of Management and Marketing (IRMM)
THE ROLE OF TRUST AND DIGITAL LITERACY AS A MEDIATOR BETWEEN PERCEIVED RISK AND FINTECH ADOPTION IN JORDAN
This research aimed to examine the mediating roles of trust and digital literacy in the relationship between perceived risk and fintech adoption intentions. A survey of 300 Jordanian consumers measured perceived risk, trust, digital literacy, and fintech adoption intentions. Structural equation modeling analyzed the conceptual framework. Trust and digital skills also proved as mediators that partially weakened risk and adoption intentions for fintech. The more-the-risk-is-seen-trust-and-digital-literacy dives-and gradually reduces adoption intentions. Such a study which used transaction logs demonstrated that empowering the digital literacy and trust building though interventions can really speed up the process of financial technology adoption among risk conscious population. The novel contribution of this study is in the unravelling of d mechanisms by which it is perceived risk that leads to fintech use and in the laying bare of trust and digital literacy’s mediating effects.
Baha Aldeen Mohammad Fraihat1 Ahmad Y. A. Bani Ahmad, Alrefai A. Alaa Abbas Mohammad Alhawamdeh Mustafa Mohamed Soumadi Ezaalden Ahmad Shutawe Aln’emi5 Bashar Younis Subeih alkhawaldeh
Evaluating technology improvement in sustainable development goals by analysing financial development and energy consumption in Jordan
Sustainable development has become a crucial goal for policymakers worldwide, with technological progress playing a significant role in achieving this objective. Jordan, a developing country in the Middle East, has been working towards the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by leveraging technology to promote economic growth while preserving the environment. In this study, we evaluate the impact of technological improvements on SDGs in Jordan by analyzing the relationship between financial development, energy consumption, and economic growth. The analysis covers the period from 1970 to 2021 and employs three econometric techniques, namely the Lee and Strazicich (2013) second-generation econometric approach, the novel Augmented Autoregressive Distributed Lag (AARDL) model, and Frequency Domain Causality (FDC) analysis. The results indicate a positive and significant association between financial development, energy use, and economic growth, with financial development having the strongest impact. Moreover, technological progress plays a crucial role in achieving SDGs by positively affecting financial development, energy consumption, and economic growth. This study highlights the importance of leveraging technology to promote sustainable development and provides valuable insights for policymakers in Jordan and other developing countries
Journal: International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy
• Baha Aldeen Mohammad Fraihat • Fauzi M Zowid • Firas Tayseer Ayasrah • Othman Hussein othman Othman • Ahmad Bani Ahmad • Abedalqader Rababah
The impact of cloud computing on supply chain performance the mediating role of knowledge sharing in utilities and energy sectors
The purpose of this research was to analyze the increased performance improvement in the supply chain related to the energy and utilities sector of Jordan through cloud computing, also mediated by knowledge sharing. 150 respondents were analyzed. Research suggests that there
was a strong positive relationship between cloud computing and supply chain performance. In addition, cloud computing had a strong and positive correlation with the practice of knowledge sharing. The result indicates that companies with a culture of knowledge sharing among employees were more likely to incorporate the use of cloud computing. The study also indicates that cloud computing adoption had enhanced supply chain performance in the utility and energy sector within Jordan. Therefore, the study also finds that there was a strong and positive relationship between knowledge sharing and well overall performance of supply chain activities. This points to the role that knowledge-sharing practices play in improving the performance of the supply chain within Jordanian utilities and energy sectors. Furthermore, the findings of the mediation study provide strong evidence in support of our hypothesis that knowledge sharing plays a major role as a mediator relating to the relationship between cloud computing adoption and supply chain performance. The observed mediation effect suggests that the positive impact of cloud computing implementation on supply chain performance can be attributed to some extent to its facilitating knowledge exchange practices. However, this research improves the understanding of relationships among cloud computing adoption implementations and information structure flow as well as supply chain performance within Utilities These results emphasize the importance of cloud technologies as information drivers that would lead to enhanced performance in terms of supply chain operations. These are insights that can be used by organizations and businesses aiming at improving their competitiveness and efficiency levels in these sectors.
Lina Fuad Hussien Nahed Habis Habis Alrawashedh Omar Zraqat Khaled Alshaketheep Baha Aldeen Mohammad Fraihat
Does the intellectual capital affect family businesses’ strategic performance?
Purpose – Family businesses cannot continue if they fail to enhance their strategic performance by creating sufficient value for their shareholders. This study explores how value-added intellectual capital (VAICTM) can enhance strategic performance (SP) by enhancing shareholder value added (SVA) of family businesses.
Design/methodology/approach – The study depended on secondary data collected from (32) family firms listed on Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) for the period 2018–2023. Strategic financial performance was measured by shareholder value added (SVA). VAICTM was measured using Public’s (1998) model. The fixed effect model was used to estimate the study models.
Findings – The ability to create value for family business shareholders is greatly influenced by intellectual capital (IC). The analysis results indicated that the added value of intellectual capital VAICTM with all its components contributes to enhancing strategic performance through the impact on the SVA.
Practical implications – The outturns of this study can participate in directing the efforts of the ASE management to raise the level of intellectual capital value-added (VAICTM) of family businesses, to support the growth and development of these companies and improve their SP and sustainability. It also draws the attention of the family businesses’ management to enhance its ability to rely on measures that reflect SP. Originality/value – The impact of VAICTM on the SVA has not been studied in studies that have investigated the relationship between intellectual capital and family businesses performance. Previous studies focused on traditional financial performance measures, so this study focuses on VAICTM and its impact on SP represented by SVA.
Journal: Journal of Family Business Management,Received 12 February 2025 Revised 21 March 2025 22 March 2025 1 April 2025 Accepted 12 April 2025
Mohammad Ali Al-Afeef & Raed Walid Al-Smadi & Arkan Walid Al-Smadi, 2024
The role of stable coins in mitigating volatility in cryptocurrency markets
This study aims to analyze the link between Perceived Volatility Reduction (PVR), Risk Perception, Stablecoin Usage Frequency, Market Confidence, and Stablecoin Adoption (SA). The primary goal is to determine if and to what degree these variables impact stablecoin adoption. We created a questionnaire to gather information from 198 Malaysians. To analyze the research model and test the hypotheses, the Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) method was utilized. According to the findings, there is a strong and positive association between Perceived Volatility Reduction (PVR) and Stablecoin Adoption (SA). Market players are more likely to adopt stablecoins if they perceive them as useful instruments for mitigating the severe price volatility inherent in traditional cryptocurrencies. This finding emphasizes the importance of risk perception and market stability in driving market behavior. Trust in stablecoin systems, transparency, and regulatory, compliance influenced PVR and SA. The study's findings underscore the significance of perceived volatility reduction (PVR) in driving stablecoin adoption (SA), highlighting the importance of risk perception and market stability. Trust in stablecoin systems, transparency, and regulatory compliance emerge as crucial factors influencing PVR and SA. These insights offer valuable guidance for investors navigating the cryptocurrency market, governments managing stablecoin supply, and scholars studying trust dynamics in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Journal: International Journal of Applied Economics, Finance and Accounting, Online Academic Press, vol. 19(1), pages 176-185.
Amer Mohd Al_hazimeh, Raed Walid Al-Smadi and Arkan Walid Al-Smadi
Future trends in Fintech and sustainability: Empirical study
This study delves into the potential direct impact of Fintech adoption, regulatory environment,
technological infrastructure, and customer trust on the competitiveness
of Fintech solutions. The study employs a questionnaire to gather data from 228 respondents
in Jordan aged 18 or older, who were aware of Fintech and were selected
through social media and other relevant channels. The outcomes from the Smart PLS
path analysis reveal that Fintech adoption significantly impacts the competitiveness of
Fintech solutions, supported by regulatory influence and technological infrastructure.
Customer trust is crucial, fostering competitiveness through security, transparency,
and reliability in Fintech services. Notably, the study contributes theoretical insights by
underscoring the pivotal role of cultural acceptance in the dynamics of Fintech adoption
and trust. From a practical standpoint, the findings suggest the formulation of
tailored strategies for diverse markets, with an emphasis on trust, and an adaptation of
product development to align with cultural nuances. However, the study acknowledges
limitations and underscores the importance of longitudinal and comparative research
to comprehensively grasp the cultural influences on Fintech.