The Implications of E-Commerce on Labor Productivity in the Philippines

Authors

  • Felina Elizabeth Gabinete Undergraduate Students of the Business Economics Department of the University of Santo Tomas España Blvd., Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines
  • Kane Rayah Delos Santos Undergraduate Students of the Business Economics Department of the University of Santo Tomas España Blvd., Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines
  • Mig Freedom Red Undergraduate Students of the Business Economics Department of the University of Santo Tomas España Blvd., Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines
  • Peter Jeff Camaro Faculty of the Business Economics Department of the University of Santo Tomas España Blvd., Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines

Abstract

The relationship between Labor Productivity and independent variables, Technology, and Electronic Commerce was examined in this study. Since the start of E-Commerce in the Philippines, it is known to have positive effects on economy-wide establishments that contribute to the growth of the Philippine economy. Furthermore, it served as an opportunity for undergraduates to pursue jobs and improve the employment capacity of the Philippines. Its dynamic capabilities allow Filipino consumers to browse websites with easier and faster access as compared to the primitive way of purchasing in the commerce industry. After using cross-sectional data and Pearson Correlation Coefficient, this study proved that E-Commerce and technology have an implication on labor productivity.

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Published

2022-01-07

How to Cite

Gabinete, F. E., Delos Santos, K. R., Red, M. F., & Camaro, P. J. (2022). The Implications of E-Commerce on Labor Productivity in the Philippines. International Journal of Social and Management Studies, 3(1), 75–86. Retrieved from https://www.ijosmas.org/index.php/ijosmas/article/view/89