Factors Influencing Information Technology Adoption among SME Using Theory of Planned Behaviour

Abstract

Technology has been recorgnised as one of the strategic resources for sustaining effective and efficiency project performance among SMEs. Existing models of technology adoption have not provided sufficient insights on factors that could influence adoption of technology among SMEs in Nigeria. Therefore, this study examined the effects of theory planned behaviour (TPB) related to technology adoption among SMEs in Nigeria. Data was collected using semi-structured questionnaire from 106 respondents. The collected data was analysed using Partial Least Structural Equations Modelling (PLS). The results showed that, perceived behavioural control have significant and positive effect on technology adoption among SMEs. In addition attitude, and subjective norms positively influence technology adoption. This significant findings provides SMEs and policy makers to formulating legislation for influencing technology adoption among SMEs towards sharpening the economy of the North Eastern region of Nigeria.