The Influence of Individual, Environmental, Technology, and Manufacturing Factors on Iraqi Gas and Oil Companies

The Moderating Role of Agile

Keywords: Agile, Environmental, Individual, Manufacturing factors in Iraq, Oil and gas, Technology

Abstract

Implementation of agile technology and its effects on individuals, the environment, technology, and manufacturing factors are the focus of this study, with a special focus on agile technology's moderating effect. Consequently, this study investigates a unique conceptual framework to extend the notions of agile technology implementation in order to address this research gap. This conceptual framework has been subjected to empirical testing, with 380 population-representative employees serving as participants. This study establishes the inclusion requirements for Iraqi oil and gas firms. Using a self-administered questionnaire, data are collected and analyzed using structural equation modelling (PLS). The finding shows that there are various factors that have a positive effect on oil and gas companies in Iraq. The implementation of agile technology also has a partially significant positive moderating effect on these factors, indicating that agile technology can amplify the positive impact of these factors. This can lead to profits and the ability for companies to achieve long-term goals and a competitive advantage in the business environment while achieving sustainability in the oil and gas field. These findings are significant, as they suggest that the implementation of agile technology can have a positive impact on the oil and gas industry in Iraq, leading to long-term sustainability and profitability.

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Author Biographies

Azwar M.Q. Agha, Department of Business Administration, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

Azwar M. Q. Agha is an assistant lecturer at Department of Business Administration, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. His research interests are Marketing and Business Administration.

Aram H. Massoudi, Department of Business Administration, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

Aram H. Massoudi is a lecturer at the Department of Business Administration, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. His research interests are Human Resource, Business Management, and Leadership.

Muslim N. Zaidan, Department of Business Administration, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

Muslim N. Zaidan is a lecturer at the Department of Business Administration, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. His research interests are: Busniness Administration, Marketing, and Leadership.

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Published
2023-06-30
How to Cite
Agha, A., Massoudi, A., & Zaidan, M. (2023). The Influence of Individual, Environmental, Technology, and Manufacturing Factors on Iraqi Gas and Oil Companies. Cihan University-Erbil Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 7(1), 136-147. https://doi.org/10.24086/cuejhss.v7n1y2023.pp136-147
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