Collaboration Framework for Digital Onboarding Program in Indonesian SMEs: An Exploration Research

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Title: Collaboration Framework for Digital Onboarding Program in Indonesian SMEs: An Exploration Research
Authors: Vania Pradipta Gunawan, Teddy Trilaksono, Herdy Jaya Prawiradipura, Eko Suhartanto, Sri Rahayu, Made Handijaya Dewantara
Source: APMBA (Asia Pacific Management and Business Application), Vol 13, Iss 3, Pp 227-248 (2025)
Publisher Information: Brawijaya University, 2025.
Publication Year: 2025
Subject Terms: HF5001-6182, sme, Business, dmaic approach, policymakers, digital entrepreneurship, digital onboarding
Description: This study investigates the effectiveness and challenges of Indonesia’s digital onboarding program for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) aimed at enhancing market access via digital marketplaces. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions (FGDs) with 15 SME owners, representatives from four major e-commerce companies, and policymakers from the Ministry of Industry. Findings highlight significant gaps between planning and implementation, requiring tailored workshop materials, better coordination with marketplace enablers, and structured monitoring and evaluation (MONEV) systems. Success factors include appropriate marketplace selection, community engagement, and government support, while challenges involve monitoring difficulties, a lack of continuous mentorship, and digital literacy gaps. Managerial implications stress the importance of developing standardized training materials in collaboration with relevant associations, establishing clear learning outcomes and fostering continuous mentorship by successful SME champions. The findings of this study also contribute to policy makers and facilitators involved in this program by creating a framework for sustainable collaboration to ensure its long-term success and sustainability.
Document Type: Article
ISSN: 2615-2010
2252-8997
DOI: 10.21776/ub.apmba.2025.013.03.3
Access URL: https://doaj.org/article/2ed1b64de6c2484c94195469df3ac6a6
Accession Number: edsair.doi.dedup.....b2a416fadb1a86549577e7d11c470e94
Database: OpenAIRE
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Abstract:This study investigates the effectiveness and challenges of Indonesia’s digital onboarding program for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) aimed at enhancing market access via digital marketplaces. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions (FGDs) with 15 SME owners, representatives from four major e-commerce companies, and policymakers from the Ministry of Industry. Findings highlight significant gaps between planning and implementation, requiring tailored workshop materials, better coordination with marketplace enablers, and structured monitoring and evaluation (MONEV) systems. Success factors include appropriate marketplace selection, community engagement, and government support, while challenges involve monitoring difficulties, a lack of continuous mentorship, and digital literacy gaps. Managerial implications stress the importance of developing standardized training materials in collaboration with relevant associations, establishing clear learning outcomes and fostering continuous mentorship by successful SME champions. The findings of this study also contribute to policy makers and facilitators involved in this program by creating a framework for sustainable collaboration to ensure its long-term success and sustainability.
ISSN:26152010
22528997
DOI:10.21776/ub.apmba.2025.013.03.3