Impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) on the E-Supply Chain with the Mediating Role of Information Technology Capabilities: An Empirical Evidence from the UAE Automotive Manufacturing Industry

To analyse the mediating effect of IT Capabilities on the Internet of Things and the e-supply chain using empirical evidence from the automotive industry in the UAE. First, an empirical analysis of the development of IoT-enabled smart systems for vehicles is presented, coupled with a study of how technology has changed to support IoT connectivity with the e-supply chain. A quantitative technique with a causal, analytical and descriptive research design using an appropriate cluster sample was used to investigate the research variables. A valid sample of 38 Dubai-based automotive companies was utilised for data analysis using regression and hypothesis testing. The findings show that the proposed model is efficient and suitable for the automotive sector. E-supply chain management methods in the automotive industry are improved and depend on IT and IoT. Data from only a few automotive companies were utilised, limiting the vast knowledge and experiences of this industry. It is recommended that future research be conducted on a global scale. From a strategic perspective, the research shows that implementation with a better understanding of smart production systems (IoT) interaction can better support automotive manufacturers in solving their control, safety, and other operational problems.