Jurnal Riset Bisnis, Manajemen, dan Ilmu Ekonomi
Vol. 3 No. 1-2 (2026): JRBME

Sustainable Innovation Strategy of Tokopedia in Strengthening Indonesia’s Digital Economic Ecosystem: Analysis Based on Innovation Theory and Pentahelix Approach

Andi Amrullah (State University of Makassar)
Muh. Ichwan Musa (State University of Makassar)
M. Ilham Wardhana Haeruddin (State University of Makassar)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Sep 2026

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technology has transformed consumer behavior and business competition in Indonesia. Tokopedia, as one of the largest e-commerce platforms, plays an important role in supporting national digital economic growth through innovation, collaboration, and inclusive business models. This study aims to analyze Tokopedia’s sustainable innovation strategy using innovation theory and the Pentahelix approach. The study employs a qualitative descriptive method through literature review using secondary data from journals, articles, and relevant reports. The results show that Tokopedia has implemented disruptive innovation by empowering MSMEs through digital marketplaces, open innovation through partnerships with fintech, logistics, and technology companies, and creative destruction by shifting traditional trade systems into digital commerce. Through the Pentahelix model, Tokopedia collaborates with government, academia, business sectors, communities, and media to strengthen the digital ecosystem. However, several challenges remain, including data security risks, unequal competition among sellers, environmental impacts from logistics activities, and consumerism driven by aggressive promotions. Therefore, strengthening cybersecurity, green logistics, MSME empowerment, and transparency are strategic priorities to ensure sustainable growth. The study concludes that Tokopedia has strong potential to become a competitive and sustainable digital platform in Indonesia.

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Journal Info

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jrbme

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Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance Environmental Science Social Sciences

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Jurnal Riset Bisnis, Manajemen, dan Ilmu Ekonomi (JRBME) is peer-reviewed and publishes in February, May, August, and November every year. JRBME is also committed to publishing scholarly empirical and theoretical research articles that have a contribution to the business, management, and economics ...