Digital Marketing in Manufacturing SMEs: Adoption Perception in the Ecuadorian Economy

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Los procesos comerciales de las pequeñas y medianas empresas (PYMES) han sido transformados por la digitalización con el objetivo de fortalecer su posición competitiva. En el presente estudio, dicho análisis se centró en el sector manufacturero de Guayaquil. Describir la implementación del marketing digital desde la perspectiva de empresarios y consumidores, fue el objetivo principal. Se aplicó un enfoque cuantitativo, con diseño descriptivo, transversal y no experimental, mediante encuestas dirigidas a 50 representantes de PYMES y 100 consumidores. Se encontró una adopción progresiva del marketing digital, con predominancia del uso de redes sociales y una percepción empresarial favorable en cuanto a su impacto en ventas y competitividad. Sin embargo, subsisten barreras internas relacionadas con la formación técnica, el presupuesto y la planificación. Desde la óptica del consumidor, se identificó una experiencia de compra positiva, acompañada de una alta influencia del marketing digital en sus decisiones, ponderaron especialmente los canales utilizados y la accesibilidad a la información. Se concluye que el marketing digital se percibe como una herramienta útil, pero su institucionalización requiere mayor soporte técnico y estratégico.The business processes of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been transformed by digitalization with the aim of strengthening their competitive position. In the present study, the analysis focused on the manufacturing sector in Guayaquil. The main objective was to describe the implementation of digital marketing from the perspective of business owners and consumers. A quantitative approach was applied, using a descriptive, cross-sectional, and non-experimental design, through surveys conducted with 50 SME representatives and 100 consumers. A progressive adoption of digital marketing was identified, with a predominance of social media use and a favorable perception among business owners regarding its impact on sales and competitiveness. However, internal barriers persist, related to technical training, budget limitations, and planning. From the consumer’s perspective, a positive shopping experience was reported, along with a strong influence of digital marketing on their decisions, particularly valuing the channels used and the accessibility of information. It is concluded that digital marketing is perceived as a useful tool, although its institutionalization requires greater technical and strategic support

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