DEVELOPMENT OF DIGITAL ENTERPRISE ECOSYSTEMS WITH THE METAVERSE POTENTIAL

The term “metaverse” is emerging as a novel paradigm within the digital economy and digital ecosystems. This study contributes to digital immersive technology - Extended reality and Metaverse, its possibilities for the development of the digital environment and enterprise ecosystems as an important part of modern economic analysis. The purpose of current study was to examine the essence and significance of emerging immersive technologies and in particular metaverse within the paradigm of Industry 5.0. This study uses a qualitative approach with secondary data collection and analysis through desk research method. The research results show that emerging digital technologies are a driving force in the development of enterprise ecosystems. These technologies can significantly influence production processes, interactions between ecosystem actors, and the creation of added value. The practical implementation is that a particular focus is placed on the origin and evolution of the “metaverse”, its applicability in enterprises and the effects of digital technologies application. The conclusion highlights the need for further research on digital technologies and the impact of metaverse to enhance their efficacy in enterprise ecosystem management in the 5.0 Era.