This paper researches the potential of
small business to effect the global economy, through the
introduction of technological innovation. The purpose of this
study is to identify the factors that likely will determine the probability of success by small businesses in e-
commerce. The paper includes background and explanation of these factors and their probable impacts on small business in relation to e-commerce. Small businesses, as the term was used in this study, refers to small and medium business enterprises. The paper includes statistical tables with
data relating to the subject. Contents: Introduction Statement of the Problem
research Questions Purpose of the Study Significance of the Study Scope and Delimitations of the Study Definition of Terms Overview of the Remainder of the Study Review of the Literature Introduction to the Literature Review Theoretical Framework Economic Growth & Development Capitalist World System Institutionalist Economic Thought Related Research Globalization Information Technology E-Commerce Conclusions Relative to the Problem Methodology Introduction to the Method Research Design Research Questions and Hypotheses Variables and Operational Definitions Population and Sample Data Collection Procedures Data Analysis Methodological Limitations Data Analysis Overview Description of the Sample Results of Data Analyses Results of Testing Hypothesis Results of Testing Hypothesis Results of Testing Hypothesis Results of Testing Hypothesis Summary, Discussion and Recommendations Summary Discussion Recommendation for Further Research References