The determinant factors affecting cloud computing adoption by Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Sabah, Malaysia

C. Fook Ming and C. Kim On and Rayner Alfred and T. Tse Guan and A. Patricia (2018) The determinant factors affecting cloud computing adoption by Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Sabah, Malaysia. Journal of Telecommunication, Electronic and Computer Engineering, 10 (3-2). pp. 83-88. ISSN 2289-8131

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Abstract

Cloud computing offers organisations many benefits such as low entry costs, enhanced flexibility, ubiquitous access, and scalability. Despite its attractiveness and benefits, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are still hesitant to adopt cloud computing services. This study used the Technology Organisation Environment (TOE) framework to identify the determinant factors affecting the adoption of cloud computing by SMEs in Sabah, Malaysia. Survey questionnaires collected data from 170 SMEs across all sectors within the region. A total of six factors were verified in this research. The results indicated that cost saving, top management support and technology readiness are the main factors affecting the adoption of cloud computing by SMEs in Sabah. However, other three factors; relative advantage, competitive pressure, and external support did not affect the adoption of cloud computing for these organisations. This finding could provide insight and clarity of information for the SMEs’ decision and policymakers in various sectors. It also provides understanding on the different influencing factors that affect SMEs’ perceptions of the importance of adopting cloud computing.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	Cloud Computing Adoption, Technology Organization Environment, Enterprises
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28-9999 Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28-70 Management. Industrial management T Technology > T Technology (General) > T1-995 Technology (General) > T55.4-60.8 Industrial engineering. Management engineering > T58.5-58.64 Information technology
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Computing and Informatics
Depositing User:	SITI AZIZAH BINTI IDRIS -
Date Deposited:	12 Mar 2020 16:33
Last Modified:	16 May 2025 12:18
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/25232

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