Building a Resilient Digital Entrepreneurship Landscape: The Importance of Ecosystems, Decent Work, and Socioeconomic Dynamics

Abstract

This study explores the relationship between the entrepreneurship ecosystem and decent work in digital entrepreneurship, raising essential questions about the roles of economic growth and socioeconomic status. By examining this relationship, the research aims to clarify how these factors influence opportunities, inclusivity, and sustainable development in the digital entrepreneurship landscape. It investigates both the direct impacts of the entrepreneurship ecosystem and decent work and the moderating effects of economic growth and socioeconomic disparities on digital entrepreneurship. These moderating factors are crucial for understanding how broader economic conditions can enhance or limit the entrepreneurship ecosystem’s effectiveness. Data were collected from 624 entrepreneurs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to empirically test this model, providing a solid foundation for the proposed hypotheses. The findings significantly affect knowledge advancement and policymaking, particularly concerning KSA Vision 2030. The results confirm the vital roles of a well-developed entrepreneurship ecosystem and the promotion of decent work in supporting digital entrepreneurship. Moreover, the moderating effects of economic growth and socioeconomic status indicate that policy interventions should consider these broader contextual factors to be effective. For policymakers, this study emphasizes the need to foster an environment that strengthens the entrepreneurship ecosystem while addressing economic inequalities and promoting sustained growth. Aligning these initiatives with KSA Vision 2030 could advance digital entrepreneurship as a pivotal element of the country’s economic diversification and development strategies. Ultimately, the study aims to inform policies that enhance inclusivity and sustainability in the digital entrepreneurship sector, ensuring that the advantages of digital innovation are widely accessible across society.