Entrepreneurial Sustainability through Digital Innovation and Knowledge Capabilities: A Systematic Literature Review

Annisa Retno Utami (), Saparuddin Mukhtar and Suparno Suparno
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Annisa Retno Utami: Universitas Negeri Jakarta
Saparuddin Mukhtar: Universitas Negeri Jakarta
Suparno Suparno: Universitas Negeri Jakarta

A chapter in Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Management and Business (ICoMB 2025), 2026, pp 278-295 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This study aims to analyze the relationship between digital innovation and knowledge capabilities as key drivers of entrepreneurial sustainability in the digital era. Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach with bibliometric and qualitative synthesis, this research maps theoretical developments and empirical findings from international studies published between 2018 and 2025. The theoretical foundation draws upon the Dynamic Capability View (DCV), Resource-Based View (RBV), and Knowledge-Based Theory (KBT) to explain how innovation and knowledge interact as strategic resources that foster adaptability, competitiveness, and long-term sustainability. The findings reveal that the integration of digital innovation and knowledge capability enhances an organization’s ability to create value through technology adoption, continuous learning, and collaborative networks. Bibliometric visualization indicates an increasing research trend towards sustainability-oriented digital transformation, particularly focusing on MSMEs and entrepreneurial ecosystems. The synthesis also highlights that sustainability is no longer defined solely by financial outcomes, but also by digital readiness, knowledge diffusion, and an innovation culture that aligns with social and environmental values. This study contributes to the literature by developing a conceptual framework that links digital innovation and knowledge capability as dual enablers of sustainable entrepreneurship. It further provides implications for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in designing adaptive and inclusive strategies to strengthen competitiveness in the digital economy.

Keywords: Digital Innovation; Knowledge Capabilities; Entrepreneurial Sustainability; Sustainable Business Model; Digital Transformation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6239-656-2_23

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