Based on the above-mentioned viewpoints and studies, the
authors conclude that regarding the lack of IT knowledge
and internal IT/IS experience and skills, SMEs could fill this
knowledge gap the through the use of external assistance,
such as engaging external experts and the use of vendor
assistance. The authors suggest that because of the unique
characteristics of SME resources and financial poverty,
SMEs should cautiously consider the available financial
resources for hiring external consultants since they generally
entail considerable expense. Moreover, it should be
considered that external experts‟ recommendations and
suggestions might not be always a practical fit for SME
requirements if strategies and objectives of the businesses
are not sufficiently understood. As a result, a clear objective
and definition of new IT implementation within SMEs
seems to be necessary [26].
HO3:External IT Consultant has no significant effect on SIS
implementation