Although the referred studies can not be directly compared to each other since they differ in the
variables considered, all of them suggest the following as entrepreneurs´ features: independence
desire, higher tendency to risk, higher need for achievement, locus of internal control, and higher
preference for innovation (Begley, 1995; Stewart et al., 1999).
Summarizing, some differential features have been identified in small entrepreneurs that induce
them to start a company. The presence of these differential features (demographic, training, experience
and psychological) can lead to ICTs introduction among SMEs. Therefore, it is not surprising
that several works have identified the entrepreneurial spirit along with managerial innovation
– among others – as key factors to enhance ICT adoption (e.g., Lucchetti and Steriacchini,
2004; Ács and Varga, 2005).