The Contribution of Entrepreneurship Theories in Encouraging Innovation: A Systematic Literature Review

Authors

  • Febsri Susanti Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, Indonesia
  • Yunia Wardi Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, Indonesia
  • Rino Rino Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33751/jhss.v10i1.86

Keywords:

Entrepreneurship, innovation, theory entrepreneurship, systematic literature review, driving force innovation

Abstract

This article serve review literature systematic (Systematic Literature Review - SLR) which aims For analyze and synthesize contribution various theory entrepreneurship in push innovation. Through approach rigorous methodological, literature​ from academic database leading such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar are reviewed For identify theory entrepreneurship main mechanism​ theoretical innovations produced , as well as gap existing research. Study results show that theory entrepreneurship social , entrepreneurship data and technology based, entrepreneurship strategic, as well as theory behavior entrepreneurship own role significant mutually​ complete in explain dynamics innovation business and social. Entrepreneurship social emphasize sustainability - oriented innovation​ social and economic, while entrepreneurship based technology leveraging big data and intelligence artificial For spur innovation products and services. Strategic theory highlight planning term length and adaptation in the middle market changes, and theories behavior emphasize aspect psychological and educational in push creativity. Although Thus, it was found a number of gap research, including limitations​ generalization results, varying methodologies, and​ need integration more multidisciplinary​ in- depth research This give recommendation For development research further continuation​ comprehensive and applicable in develop innovative and sustainable entrepreneurial strategies in the future.

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Published

17-03-2026

How to Cite

Susanti, F., Wardi, Y., & Rino, R. (2026). The Contribution of Entrepreneurship Theories in Encouraging Innovation: A Systematic Literature Review. JHSS (Journal of Humanities and Social Studies), 10(1), 422–427. https://doi.org/10.33751/jhss.v10i1.86

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