Artificial Intelligence and SMEs in Developing Economies explores the emergence and application of Artificial Intelligence in developing economies. This is in response to the shift in Artificial Intelligence research towards the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as well as the environmental problems and methods to solve them.
Written by experts from around the globe from developing countries, the book contains a balance of theoretical and empirical chapters that explore Artificial Intelligence in the context of business. It focuses especially on integrating industry 5.0 where Artificial Intelligence plays a major role. The chapters include knowledge and applications for small businesses, ranging from disruptive Artificial Intelligence technologies to determinants of Artificial Intelligence adoption in SMEs from major developing economies such as Africa, Latin America and Asia. In the latter chapters, the book discusses the application of Artificial Intelligence, such as how to leverage it for sustainable and responsible small businesses, and the importance of appreciating in a business environment. This book is the first substantial study on Artificial Intelligence and the future of sustainable small businesses in emerging economies.
It is a useful resource for academics and university students with interest in Artificial Intelligence and sustainable small businesses, specifically small business development. It is also a valuable read for policy makers and SME stakeholders.
Contents Foreword Timi Olubiyi 1. Enhancing SME Performance through Artificial Intelligence in Africa Olubisi G. Makinde, Olamide T. Ayodeji, Timilehin O. Olubiyi, and Babatunde H. Akinlabi 2. The Role of Science and Technology in Mexican MSMEs In the Face of Artificial Intelligence Dailin Alejandra Ramírez-Altamirano, Patricia S. Sánchez-Medina, Sela Yanet Raymundo-Allende, and Ana Luz Ramos-Soto 3. Transformative AI: Enhancing Economic and Social Sustainability in Emerging Economies Siti Rahyla Rahmat, Lim Chee Ann, Tania Osejo Carrillo 4. Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies. Case of manufacturing small businesses in Zimbabwe Inos Chibidi, Clainos Chidoko, Munyaradzi Duve, Silibaziso Zhou 5. Factors of AI Adoption in Micro and Small Enterprises: A Story from Indonesia Tulus T.H. Tambunan 6. Probing Emotional Intelligence Role and Adaptive Learning Capacities in AI-Driven Transformations of the Automotive Manufacturing Sector Meena G and K. Santhanalakshmi 7. Profitability of Family-Owned Businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa: Role of Artificial Intelligence Olubiyi, T. Olasoji 8. Blockchain Technology Adoption, And Sustainability Performance of SMEs Emmanuel O. Ajike, Timilehin O. Olubiyi, Folorunso I. Akande, Mofoluwake F. Ayo & Jerry D. Kwarbai 9. Disruptive Technology and Performance of Manufacturing SMEs as moderated by Technological Innovation in Lagos and Ogun State South-West Nigeria. Olamide Titilayo Ayodeji, Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi, Titilayo Doris Ibikunle, Israel Olabode Aroge &. Abiodun Richard Obisanya. 10. Artificial Intelligence in Education: Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges for Educational Enterprises Santosh Kumar Behera, Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi, Jayashree Mahanti & Azra Tajhizi
Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi is a Senior Lecturer at West Midlands Open University, Nigeria. His research interests include entrepreneurship, small business management, knowledge management, and enterprise continuity. Tulus T.H. Tambunan is a Professor in the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Trisakti, Indonesia. He is also Head of the Center for Industry, SME & Business Competition Studies at the University of Trisakti.
