Green innovation strategies in Vietnamese enterprises: leveraging knowledge management and digitalization for sustainable competitiveness
Abstract
Purpose
In the dynamic landscape of 2023, global challenges are amplified by escalating conflicts and the COVID-19 aftermath. Developing nations like Vietnam face a critical juncture, requiring diversified economies for enhanced livelihoods and poverty reduction. However, this growth necessitates increased energy consumption, potentially escalating carbon emissions. Green innovation (GI) emerges as a beacon of hope, offering products and services designed for a minimal carbon footprint. Beyond socio-economic advancement, GI aligns with sustainable development goals. This study aims to examine the influence of knowledge management (KM) and digitalization (DG) on GI, particularly in sustainable competitive advantage.
Design/methodology/approach
Using structural equation modeling and drawing upon a survey administered to 301 Vietnamese enterprises.
Findings
The findings illuminate diverse underpinnings between green product and process innovation, unravel the intricate relationship between KM, DG and GI, and provide crucial insights for firms seeking sustainable competitive edges.
Originality/value
This multidimensional approach significantly enriches the understanding of these pivotal elements in contemporary business landscapes.
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Acknowledgements
The authors would like to thank the Editors and the Anonymous Reviewers for their time and valuable comments that helped improve the quality of our manuscript.
Funding: The author(s) disclosed receipt of the following financial support for the research, authorship and/or publication of this article: This research is partly funded by the University of Economics and Law, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City/VNU-HCM and University of Finance – Marketing, Vietnam.
Author contributions: All authors contributed equally to the manuscript; all authors had approved the final version.
Conflict of interest statement: The author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship and/or publication of this article.
Citation
Vo-Thai, H.-C. and Tran, M.-L. (2024), "Green innovation strategies in Vietnamese enterprises: leveraging knowledge management and digitalization for sustainable competitiveness", Journal of Knowledge Management, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/JKM-06-2024-0642
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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