Open AccessRole of ICT4D in the Growth and Development of SMES : A Solution To Digital Divide
Author(s) -
Masese Chuma Benard,
Mbugua Samwel Thaiya,
Korongo Julia Nduta,
Joram Mutai Kiptoo,
Nambiro Alice Wechuli
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international journal of scientific research in science, engineering and technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2395-1990
pISSN - 2394-4099
DOI - 10.32628/ijsrset218440
Subject(s) - information and communications technology , pillar , business , icts , small and medium sized enterprises , productivity , sustainability , digital economy , industrial organization , digital divide , economic growth , economics , political science , engineering , finance , ecology , structural engineering , law , biology
ICTs have played a critical role within the development of business particularly small and medium enterprises. During a modern digital era, technology is most vital pillar within the provision of data and knowledge for the growth of development, sustainability, productivity and competitiveness of small and medium enterprises. The primary goal of this study was to research on the role of ICT4D in the growth and development of SMEs: a solution to digital divide. The paper used secondary data. It was noted that small and medium enterprises take part in a significant role in Kenya’s economy. Enterprises in Kenya, more especially SMEs, have enjoyed the benefits and the potential of adoption and utilization of ICT within their operations. ICT has the potential of remodeling the business and improve.