Agile behaviors of enterprises in the aspect of ecological use of IT equipment

• Autorzy: Kocot Maria , Kocot Damian , Soboń Janusz , Kwasek Artur

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.29119/1641-3466.2024.198.12

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Purpose: The aim of the article is to examine the agile behavior of enterprises in the context of the ecological use of IT equipment. The focus was on analyzing how enterprises implement Green IT practices and how these activities affect their operational and environmental efficiency. Design/methodology/approach: The research methodology was based on an anonymous survey among 578 enterprises representing various sectors of the economy. The survey aimed to collect data on practices related to the successive replacement of IT equipment, the implementation of technological innovations, the use of energy-saving devices and the integration of Green IT as an element of a business strategy. Findings: Research has shown that enterprises that regularly replace IT equipment with new ones are more likely to implement technological innovations and use energy-saving devices. Strong correlations were observed between the implementation of innovations and energy efficiency. Choosing suppliers that promote Green IT is an important factor for companies striving for sustainable development. Research limitations/implications: Research limitations include the subjectivity of respondents' responses and the lack of full representativeness of the sample. Focusing on specific aspects of the green use of IT equipment may have omitted other important factors. Research results have limited validity due to changing regulations and technologies. Practical implications: The research results suggest that enterprises should focus on the gradual replacement of IT equipment with modern and energy-saving ones and on the integration of innovative technological solutions. This approach not only reduces energy consumption, but also reduces operating costs and improves the company's image as environmentally responsible. Social implications: Implementing Green IT solutions as an element of a business strategy contributes to the protection of the natural environment and supports sustainable development. Companies that promote agile and green practices can gain greater trust from customers, business partners and local communities. Originality/value: The article adds value by comprehensively analyzing the links between enterprise agility and their green practices in the use of IT equipment. The study highlights the importance of integrating Green IT into business strategies and shows how such activities can bring both operational and environmental benefits.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

agile behavior; ecology; IT equipment; enterprise; Green IT

PL

zwinne zachowanie; ekologia; sprzęt IT; przedsiębiorstwo; Green IT

• Wydawca: Wydawnictwo Politechniki Śląskiej
• Czasopismo: Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: z. 198
• Strony: 213--229
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 44 poz.

Twórcy

autor

Kocot Maria

• University of Economics in Katowice

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5150-3765

autor

Kocot Damian

• University of Economics in Katowice

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9240-857X

autor

Soboń Janusz

• Jacob of Paradies University in Gorzow Wielkopolski

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7855-2153

autor

Kwasek Artur

• University of Technology and Economics in Warsaw

• https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4386-1444

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Uwagi

Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MNiSW, umowa nr POPUL/SP/0154/2024/02 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki II" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki (2025).