Managing IT in Government, Business & Communities

ISBN: 1931777403
EAN: 2147483647

Year: 2003
Pages: 188

BUY ON AMAZON

Table of Contents
Back Cover
Managing IT in Government, Business Communities
Preface
Section I: Managing IT Within Organizations
Chapter 1: Adopting the Entrepreneurial Process in the Study of Information Systems and Small Business
Abstract
Introduction
Small Business Context
Related Research
Use of the Internet
A Conceptual Framework - Entrepreneurship
Conclusion
References
Chapter 2: Optimal Purchase Decision Criteria for Information Technology
Abstract
Introduction
Methods for Evaluating IT Investment
A Factor Rating Approach to the PC Purchasing Decision
Optimal Purchasing Decision Analysis
Pareto Chart Analysis
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3: Creating Intranets for Management and Collaboration in Federal Agencies
Abstract
Introduction
Research Questions and Hypotheses
Case Studies
Trends
Analysis
References
Chapter 4: Maintaining the Own Responsibility: Selected Information Systems Architecture, Selective Outsourcing and Organizational Learning as a Base for a Sustainably Positioned Information Technology Service
Introduction
The Problem
Basic Assumptions
Concept
Conditions and Limits
Results
References
Chapter 5: Using Spreadsheets as a Decision Support Tool: An Application for Small Businesses
Abstract
Introduction
The Use of Spreadsheets for Decision Support
The Choice of a Spreadsheet
The Decision-Making Process
Cost of Implementation and Skills Needed to Implement the Web Site
Other Examples
Future Implications
Conclusion
References
Chapter 6: Teaching Technology for Community
Introduction
Background
Content and Results
Enrollment
Philosophy
Methodology
Assessment of Students
What the Students Say
References
Section II: Managing IT Across Regions and Countries
Chapter 7: Information Resources Development in China: History, Present Situation and Problem Discussion
Abstract
Introduction
Brief Review on the History and Present Situation of China s Information Resources Development
Major Initiatives in China s Information Resources Development
Initial Impact of the Policies
Problems in Information Resources Development in China and Countermeasures
Conclusion and Future Trends
Endnotes
References
Chapter 8: An Analysis of Factors that Influence the Ability of SMEs to Derive Benefit in Four Phases of Electronic Commerce: 34 Australian Case Studies
Abstract
Introduction
The 34 Case Studies
The Four-Phase Model of E-Commerce Utilisation among Smes
The Four-Phase Model of E-Commerce Business Transformation
Factors that Influence an SME s Ability to Utilise E-Commerce
Internal Factors
External Factors
Conclusions
References
Chapter 9: Electronic Government in Japan: IT Utilization Status of Local Governments
Abstract
Introduction
Framework of Analysis and Recognition of Issues
Research Design
Outline of Survey Results
Ranking Based on Multiple Attribute Decision-Making A href
Types of E-Government on Cluster Analysis
Conclusion
Endnotes
References
Chapter 10: Concerns and Solutions on Electronic Voting Systems Adoption
Abstract
Introduction
Definition and Advantages of Electronic Voting Systems
Concerns Over the Move to Electronic Voting
Recommendations
Conclusion and Further Research
References
Chapter 11: SME Barriers to Electronic Commerce Adoption: Nothing Changes-Everything is New
Abstract
Introduction
E-Commerce and SME
What s in It?
Summary and Conclusions
References
Chapter 12: E-Business Development Issues in UK SMEs
Abstract
Introduction
Methodology
Research Findings
Conclusions
References
Web Site References
Chapter 13: The Game of Internet B2B
Abstract
Introduction
Background
B2B Games
Conclusion
References
Section III: IT Addressing Globalization
Chapter 14: Virtualisations and its Role in Business
Introduction
References
Chapter 15: Virtual Organization: Duality of Human Identities in Consciousness and Entity
Abstract
Introduction
Motivations
Theoretical Findings
Implications
Conclusions
References
Chapter 16: Interorganizational Relationships, Strategic Alliances, and Networks: The Role of Communication Systems and Information Technologies
Introduction
Background
Interorganizational Relationships
Strategic Alliance as Cooperative Relationships
Interorganizatonal Networks
Interorganizational Networks and IT
Interorganizational Information Network Systems and Standardization
Future Trends
Conclusion
Endnotes
References
Chapter 17: The Internationalization Efforts of Small Internet Retailers
Abstract
Introduction
Background
Discussion
Future Research
Conclusion
References
Chapter 18: Using the Web for Enhancing Decision-Making: UN Project Failures in Sub-Sahara Africa (SSA)
Introduction
International Crisis on Aid Projects
Project Assessment and Monitoring
Communication and Commitment
Project Risk Management Methodology
Information Openness
Conclusion
References
Index
Index A
Index B
Index C
Index D
Index E
Index F
Index G
Index H
Index I
Index L
Index M
Index N
Index O
Index P
Index Q
Index R
Index S
Index T
Index U
Index V
Index W
List of Figures