Digital Transformation and Supply Chain Resilience in SMEs: Empirical Evidence from the Manufacturing Sector in the Yangtze River Delta

Ming  Li

doi:10.54254/3657-4300/1/2025001

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Li,M. (2025). Digital Transformation and Supply Chain Resilience in SMEs: Empirical Evidence from the Manufacturing Sector in the Yangtze River Delta. Journal of Economic and Managerial Dynamics,1(1),1-7.

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Digital Transformation and Supply Chain Resilience in SMEs: Empirical Evidence from the Manufacturing Sector in the Yangtze River Delta

Ming Li *^,1,

¹ Zhejiang University

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https://doi.org/10.54254/3657-4300/1/2025001

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between digital transformation (DT) and supply chain resilience (SCR) in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the manufacturing sector of China’s Yangtze River Delta (YRD). Drawing on empirical data from surveys and case studies, the research investigates how digital technologies, such as IoT, big data analytics, and cloud computing, enhance SCR capabilities, including adaptability, agility, and risk mitigation. Results indicate a statistically significant positive correlation between DT adoption and SCR improvements, particularly in post-pandemic recovery scenarios. However, challenges such as financial constraints, skill gaps, and organizational inertia hinder SMEs’ digital transition. The study contributes to the literature by contextualizing DT-SCR dynamics in emerging economies and offers actionable insights for policymakers and SME managers.

Keywords

Digital transformation, Supply chain resilience, SMEs, Manufacturing sector, Yangtze River Delta

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Journal：Journal of Economic and Managerial Dynamics

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