مجلة المنهل الاقتصادي
Volume 9, Numéro 1, Pages 499-512
2026-05-25

The Adoption Of Innovation As A Strategic Choice In Small And Medium-sized Enterprises In Algeria- A Field Study In El Oued Province

Authors : Necib Ahmed .

Abstract

This study examines the factors influencing the adoption of innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Algeria through a field study conducted in El Oued Province. It adopts a descriptive analytical approach and relies on questionnaires and interviews with relevant stakeholders. The findings indicate that the level of innovation adoption is moderate, with process innovation ranking first, followed by product, organizational, and marketing innovation. The study also shows that internal factors particularly organizational leadership, organizational culture, and human resources are the main drivers of innovation, while external factors have a limited impact. Several obstacles were identified, most notably insufficient financing, limited government support, lack of training, and weak research and university industry collaboration.

Keywords

Innovation ; Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises ; Organizational Leadership ; Organizational Culture