Title: How does innovation impact labour productivity in microenterprises compared to other factors? Case study in Thai Nguyen, Vietnam

Authors: Nguyen Dac Dung

Addresses: Thai Nguyen University of Economics and Business Administration, Tan Thinh Ward, Thai Nguyen City, Thai Nguyen province, Vietnam

Abstract: The purpose of this article is to investigate the impact of innovation on changes in labour productivity in micro-enterprises in Thai Nguyen province. Based on this, the study compares the level of the impact of innovation with other factors such as communication systems, management styles, external support, and work environment. The research results indicate that innovative practices are an important factor in contributing to increasing labour productivity. However, in this study, labour productivity is more strongly influenced by the management style of labour users, but it has a greater impact than communication systems, external support, and work environment. The findings of this research suggest that improving the management style of labour users could be an effective strategy to enhance labour productivity in micro-enterprises. The study's significance lies in providing insights into the factors that influence labour productivity and suggesting practical solutions to promote productivity in micro-enterprises in Thai Nguyen province, Vietnam.

Keywords: productivity; micro-enterprises; innovation; factors; Thai Nguyen.

DOI: 10.1504/IJBPM.2025.148216

International Journal of Business Performance Management, 2025 Vol.26 No.5, pp.577 - 597

Received: 11 Mar 2023
Accepted: 21 Sep 2023
Published online: 01 Sep 2025 *

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