An Integrated Information Systems Adoption Model for Businesses in Kajiado, Kenya

Abstract

Business organizations in Kenya are classified as small, medium and large. Within these classifications, there exist structural and operational factors that influence the adoption of information systems (IS), and identifying these factors is crucial to IS implementation. The study conducted a survey of 50 such businesses within Kajiado, a County characterized by under-developed IS infrastructure and a resource scarcity that is typical of many peripheral counties in Kenya. Results are presented in the form of descriptive statistics and a hierarchical regression model. Some of the key variables studies during adoption and diffusion included characteristics of decision-makers, organization, the environment and the IS infrastructure. The results of this study can be used to identify the key variables that drive the adoption of IS in small- and medium-sized businesses. The study therefore provides parties involved with adoption process a practical synopsis of the IS adoption process which is believed to assist them with successful adoption.