TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION AS A COST REDUCTION MEASURE IN THE EXPORT–IMPORT INDUSTRY

Abstract

This study describes the Technology Adoption as a Cost Reduction Measure in the Export–Import Industry. Here the research identified the Technology Adoption variables are ‘Our firm uses digital documentation systems for export–import transactions’ (TA-1), ‘Automation has significantly reduced manual processing in operations’ (TA-2), ‘Integrated information systems link procurement, logistics, and finance functions’ (TA-3), ‘Real-time tracking technologies improve shipment visibility and control’ (TA-4), ‘Technology adoption has reduced transaction processing time’ (TA-5), ‘Our firm invests regularly in upgrading logistics and trade technologies’ (TA-6), and ‘Overall, technology adoption has led to measurable cost savings’ (TA-7). In the study to finds out through the Multiple Regression Analysis, which variables are most impacts to Cost Reduction Measure through Technology Adoption?