Human Capital and SME Internationalization: The Mediating Role of Digital Capability in Teak Wood Craft SMEs

Background and Aims: Despite growing interest in SME internationalization, limited attention has been paid to the mediating mechanisms that convert human capital into global outcomes, particularly in traditional manufacturing sectors. This study examines human capital's role in the internationalization of MSMEs in the teak craft sector, investigating its direct impact on international outcomes and the mediating role of digital capability in transforming resources into global competitiveness. Stu