Supply Chain Reactions To The Rise Of The Internet Of Things: Reseller Adoption Of Smart Microgrid Solutions

Authors

Mika Westerlund, Carleton University, CanadaFollow
Risto Rajala, Aalto University, FinlandFollow
Hamidreza Kavandi, Carleton University, CanadaFollow
Mervi Rajahonka, Aalto University, FinlandFollow
Seppo Leminen, Laurea University of Applied Sciences, FinlandFollow

Document Type

Article

Abstract

This study applies technology adoption and strategic orientation theories to investigate the reseller adoption of smart microgrids (SMGs). These intelligent power generation solutions, operating on the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, rely on sustainable energy sources to supply small-scale loads. Using data from 100 power system resellers in North America, the study reveals that resellers’ performance expectancy and vendors’ innovation orientation foster reseller adoption of SMG solutions, while adoption is not driven by resellers’ effort expectancy. Furthermore, supply chain members play a crucial role in IoT technology diffusion, but the existing research lacks comprehensive models to help illuminate reseller adoption.

Recommended Citation

Westerlund, Mika; Rajala, Risto; Kavandi, Hamidreza; Rajahonka, Mervi; and Leminen, Seppo, "Supply Chain Reactions To The Rise Of The Internet Of Things: Reseller Adoption Of Smart Microgrid Solutions" (2015). ICEB 2015 Proceedings (Hong Kong, SAR China). 20.
https://aisel.aisnet.org/iceb2015/20