Digital transformation and entrepreneurship in Vietnam: navigating challenges and policy impacts

This study examines how digital transformation helps Vietnamese entrepreneurs after COVID-19, addressing challenges such as outdated technology, weak regulation, and limited digital literacy. A systematic literature review (SLR) of 48 articles from 2000 to 2024 reveals that 75% of the studies highlight funding constraints, while 60% mention regulatory barriers. Digital transformation improves competitiveness and operations, according to 80% of studies, although infrastructure issues, such as banking and cybersecurity, are prevalent. Government policies have mixed effects, with 30% of studies indicating bureaucratic inefficiencies. The recommendations include education, deregulation, and infrastructure investment to support entrepreneurship and economic growth in Vietnam.

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Journal of global entrepreneurship research
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2026-04-28
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https://doi.org/10.1007/s40497-026-00530-2
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Innovation and Socioeconomic Development
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Digital transformation and entrepreneurship in Vietnam: navigating challenges and policy impacts

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Innovation and Socioeconomic Development
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Digital transformation and entrepreneurship in Vietnam: navigating challenges and policy impacts

Zulhasni Abdul Rahim, Muhammad Saqib Iqbal, Sean Watts
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This study examines how digital transformation helps Vietnamese entrepreneurs after COVID-19, addressing challenges such as outdated technology, weak regulation, and limited digital literacy. A systematic literature review (SLR) of 48 articles from 2000 to 2024 reveals that 75% of the studies highlight funding constraints, while 60% mention regulatory barriers. Digital transformation improves competitiveness and operations, according to 80% of studies, although infrastructure issues, such as banking and cybersecurity, are prevalent. Government policies have mixed effects, with 30% of studies indicating bureaucratic inefficiencies. The recommendations include education, deregulation, and infrastructure investment to support entrepreneurship and economic growth in Vietnam.

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FPT University (VN), University of Kuala Lumpur (MY), National University of Sciences and Technology (PK)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 4%
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