Outlook · Volume 21 · 2023Conceptual paper

Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship: Advancing Towards SDGs Agenda

European Sustainable Research Outreach
Received: 24 October 2023Revised: 3 November 2023Accepted: 3 November 2023Published: 30 December 2023
Purpose

The purpose of this article is to examine the link between entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and the UN Agenda 2030’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlighting the potential of digital technologies in achieving these goals.

Design/Methodology/Approach

The design and methodology of this research involve a comprehensive review of existing literature and empirical data to establish the connections between entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and the UN Agenda 2030’s SDGs.

Findings

The study’s findings show how digital transformation can empower entrepreneurs to address the UN Agenda 2030’s SDGs, such as by creating sustainable solutions for economic growth, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship. They also offer recommendations and strategies for entrepreneurs to harness digital technologies effectively for achieving these goals, and emphasise the importance of alignment with sustainable development objectives. Additionally, the findings touch on policy implications to support digital entrepreneurship in the context of the global sustainable development agenda.

Original/Value of the Paper

The originality and value of this paper lie in its unique exploration of the intersection between entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and the UN Agenda 2030’s SDGs.

Research Limitations/Implications

The study may not be universally applicable, as the effectiveness of digital entrepreneurship in achieving SDGs can vary depending on local contexts and resource availability.

Practical Implications

This research delves into the practical implementation of digital transformation for entrepreneurs to address the United Nations Agenda 2030 and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals, emphasising the use of digital tools to create sustainable solutions and the alignment of entrepreneurial efforts with sustainable development objectives.

Keywords
EntrepreneurshipDigital TransformationUnited Nations Agenda 2030Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Sustainable DevelopmentDigital TechnologiesInnovation
Citation

Mahmood, A. (2023) “Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship: Advancing towards SDGs Agenda”, in World Sustainable Development Outlook 2023, Vol. 19, pp. 125–131 (London, UK: WASD).