Investigating the Impact of Information Technology, Organizational Capabilities and Personal Skills on Discovering Emerging E-Business Opportunities

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of Information Technology, Organizational Capabilities and IT personnel skills on discovering emerging e-business opportunities. The present study was applied and quantitative research in terms of research methodology paradigm using a descriptive-survey method. The statistical population of the present study included all small and medium businesses (1670 one) in Kermanshah Povince. In the first stage of sampling, the proportional allocation classification method was used; then, in the second stage, the companies were randomly selected. According to the Krejcie and Morgan Table, the sample number was estimated to be 313. 296 questionnaires were completed by managers, executives and supervisors of the sub-units of the companies. The data collection tool was a standard questionnaire and its validity and reliability were confirmed. The research data was analyzed by structural equation modelling using AMOS software. The results showed a significant and positive effect of IT and organizational capabilities and personnel skills on the discovery of emerging e-business opportunities.