An investigation into the role of enterprise information systems in enabling business innovation
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to articulate clear understanding about the role of enterprise information systems (EIS) in developing innovative business practices. Particularly, it aims to explore the different ways that make EIS enables innovation development.
Design/methodology/approach
The study adopted exploratory case study, based on qualitative approach. Investigations included two case studies each involved interviewing a number of senior information technology staff, working at these cases.
Findings
The paper provides empirical insights about the EIS role in enabling innovation. The analysis of the case studies revealed that integrating an EIS with other system(s) or with digital devices can provide new practices that could not be easily available without these technologies. The study also found that applying data analytics tools into data accumulated from EIS, to extract new insights, lead to innovative practices.
Practical implications
The study provides a set of recommendations for organizations interested to maximize the benefits from their investments in EIS.
Originality/value
The paper provides evidences from cases in United Arab Emirates for the EIS role in enabling business innovation.
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Citation
Anaya, L., Dulaimi, M. and Abdallah, S. (2015), "An investigation into the role of enterprise information systems in enabling business innovation", Business Process Management Journal, Vol. 21 No. 4, pp. 771-790. https://doi.org/10.1108/BPMJ-11-2014-0108
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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