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Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country
Mini Dissertation (MPhil (Corporate Strategy))--University of Pretoria, 2024.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/101844 Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country Maxton, Philip ichelp@gibs.co.za Sithole, Mmatitisi Anna UCTD Digital Technology Adoption Mining Industry Barriers Drivers TOE Framework Mini Dissertation (MPhil (Corporate Strategy))--University of Pretoria, 2024. To enhance digital technology adoption in South Africa's mining industry, it is critical to understand the unique drivers and barriers specific to this sector within a developing economy. This study investigates these factors by focusing on mining as a resource-intensive and economically vital industry, applying the Technology-Organisation-Environment (TOE) framework enriched by the insights from the Diffusion of Innovation (DOI) theory and the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). A qualitative exploratory methodology was employed, involving 16 semi-structured interviews with executives, managers, and industry experts from South Africa's mining industry. Findings reveal that adaptability, organisational readiness, and external environmental support are key enablers of adoption, while regulatory uncertainty, financial constraints, and a shortage of skilled professionals act as significant barriers. The study underscores the importance of collaborative strategies, such as public-private partnerships and union engagement, in mitigating these barriers. These approaches enhance resource allocation and address systemic challenges like skill shortages. By extending the TOE framework to include collaborative mechanisms, this research provides actionable recommendations for policymakers and industry leaders. Emphasis is placed on fostering supportive regulatory environments and strengthening partnerships to promote digital technology adoption. These findings offer a foundation for refining adoption frameworks in developing economies and guiding future research in this field. Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) MPhil (Corporate Strategy) Unrestricted Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) SDG-09: Industry, innovation and infrastructure 2025-04-02T07:02:09Z 2025-04-02T07:02:09Z 2025-05-05 2024-11 Mini Dissertation * A2025 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/101844 en © 2024 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Digital Technology Adoption Mining Industry Barriers Drivers TOE Framework Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country |
| title | Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country |
| title_full | Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country |
| title_fullStr | Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country |
| title_full_unstemmed | Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country |
| title_short | Drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country |
| title_sort | drivers and barriers to the adoption of digital technologies in the mining industry in a developing country |
| topic | UCTD Digital Technology Adoption Mining Industry Barriers Drivers TOE Framework |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/101844 |