Leveraging IoT for Migrant Worker Entrepreneurship in Rural Development

In the context of rural revitalization and the expanding digital economy, IoT technology offers new opportunities for returning migrant workers, driving agricultural modernization, business innovation, and urban-rural integration. However, challenges such as limited access to capital, technical barriers, market competition, and inadequate infrastructure remain significant obstacles. Using a mixed-methods approach, this study investigates IoT-enabled agricultural ventures across several provinces, revealing that IoT enhances the economic viability of migrant worker-led startups, although outcomes vary by local context. Key limitations include issues with network reliability and financing access. To foster rural entrepreneurship, the study recommends targeted policy support, accelerated 5G infrastructure deployment, and innovations in supply chain finance.