Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009)

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The Digital Retail Exodus: Analysing North Africa's Tunisia Through Digital Transformation Lens

Hassan Bouhlel, Institut Pasteur de Tunis Maha Masmoudi, University of Carthage Abdelrhman El-Hamidi, Department of Advanced Studies, University of Monastir
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18898508
Published: May 4, 2009

Abstract

Digital transformation has become a critical factor in the retail sector's growth across North Africa, with Tunisia as a prime example showcasing significant changes driven by digital innovations. A comparative study approach is employed, leveraging secondary data sources including government reports, industry surveys, and academic journals. The research focuses on understanding the trends, challenges, and opportunities brought about by digital transformation in retail sectors across Tunisia and selected neighboring countries. The analysis reveals a notable shift towards e-commerce platforms among retailers in Tunisia, with an estimated 30% increase in online sales compared to traditional brick-and-mortar stores over the past three years. Digital transformation has significantly reshaped the retail landscape in Tunisia, offering both opportunities for growth and challenges such as increased competition from digital giants and the need for technological adaptation by small businesses. Retailers in Tunisia are advised to invest in e-commerce platforms and digital marketing strategies to remain competitive. Policymakers should consider implementing support programmes to assist smaller retailers in adopting digital technologies. digital transformation, retail sector, North Africa, Tunisia

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Hassan Bouhlel, Maha Masmoudi, Abdelrhman El-Hamidi (2009). The Digital Retail Exodus: Analysing North Africa's Tunisia Through Digital Transformation Lens. African Entrepreneurship Journal, Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18898508

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Digital TransformationRetail SectorNorth AfricaGeographic FocusComparative StudyE-commerce TrendsTechnological Adaptation

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