Social and Economic Transformation in the Digital Era

ISBN: 1591402670
EAN: 2147483647

Year: 2003
Pages: 198

Authors: Georgios Doukidis, Nikolaos Mylonopoulos, Nancy Pouloudi

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Table of Contents
BackCover
Social and Economic Transformation in the Digital Era
Preface
Section I: Social Context and Public Policy
Chapter 1: Why the Digital Era?
Why the Question?
Socio-Economic Transformation as a Function of Knowledge Distribution Differentials
Social Evolution as an Explanation of Differential Knowledge Distribution
Case Studies: The Human Genome and the Semantic Web
Policy, Managerial, and Research Implications of the Application of Social Evolutionary Theory to the Socio-Economic Transformation in the Digital Era
Conclusion
References
Chapter 2: e-Policy: The Impact and Political Economy of the Digital Revolution
Introduction
Trends and Characteristics in ICT Production and Use
Impacts on the Macroeconomy
The Impact of ICT on Factor and Product Markets
The Implications for the Conduct of Policy
Concluding Remarks
References
Chapter 3: Aspects of Social Responsibility in the Information Society
Introduction
Understanding Social Responsibility
The Digital Divide
Stakeholders in the Information Society
Illustrations of Social Responsibility in Practice
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4: The Digital Divide Challenge: How Stakeholder Analysis Can be Used to Formulate Effective IT Diffusion Policies
Abstract
Introduction
The Phenomenon of the Digital Divide
How the Normative Aspect of Stakeholder Theory Relates to Information Technology Diffusion
The Future of it Diffusion: Stakeholder Consideration for the Elimination of the Digital Divide
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5: B2B E-Commerce Diffusion: The Efficacy of Institutional Discourse
Introduction
Framework and Definitions
The Policy Context
Danish Model for E-Commerce Diffusion
The Official Assessment of the EDI Action Plan
EDI in the Danish Business Environment
Analysis and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Section II: Trust and Regulation
Chapter 6: Trust in the Digital Era
Abstract
Introduction
The Trust Context: Digital Era Interactions
The Need for Trust
Trusting Relationships between Organizations
Trusting Relationships between Individuals and Organizations
Trusting Relationships between Individuals
Trusting Relationships between Consumers and Business
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7: Building Trust Online: The Design of Robust Reputation Reporting Mechanisms for Online Trading Communities
Introduction
Unfair Ratings in Online Reputation Systems
Mechanisms for Immunizing Online Reputation Systems Against Unfair Rater Behavior
Conclusions and Managerial Implications
Acknowledgments
References
Appendix
Chapter 8: Policy-Driven Signing Frameworks in Open Electronic Transactions
Introduction
Open E-Commerce Frameworks
Trust in Electronic Signatures
Scope of Signature Policies
Context of Signature Policies
Signature Policy Actors and Their Roles
Signature Policy Content Highlights
Signature Policy Publication
Referencing Signature Policies
Electronic Invoices: An Application Area
Standardization Initiatives
Conclusion
Endnote
References
Chapter 9: Internet Jurisdiction: The International Perspective
Introduction: A Global Network of Networks
The Law
Legal Considerations Tied to Physical Borders
Current Cases and Precedent
Attempts to Regulate: The Impact of International Bodies
Alternative Policy Options
Conclusion: A Vision for Tomorrow
Endnotes
References
Chapter 10: Socially Desirable Development of M-Commerce: The Role of Regulation
Introduction
Regulation of M-Commerce
Regulation in Different Scenarios
Conclusion
Endnotes
References
Section III: Analyzing Innovative Business Models
Chapter 11: Business Model Innovation in the Digital Economy
Introduction
Business Models in the Digital Economy
E-Commerce is a Disruptive Innovation
Value Creation in the Digital Economy
Cost and Revenue Models in the Digital Economy
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
Endnotes
References
Chapter 12: Toward a Profitable ISP Business in a Competitive Environment
Introduction
The Main Trends in the ISP Market
The ISP Reference Model
Introducing Incentive Pricing Schemes in the ISP Market
Implications of Introducing New Charging Technology
Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 13: Market Entry Potential and Social-Economic Implications of Internet-Based TV
Introduction
Research Framework and Data Collection
Characteristics of TV Markets in General and in Germany
Market Attractiveness of the German TV Market
Technical and Legal Issues for Internet-Based TV Market Entry
Business Models for Internet-Based TV
Socio-Economic Implications of Internet-Based TV
Conclusion and Critical Comments
Acknowledgment
References
Section IV: Organizing and Managing Knowledge Work
Chapter 14: Network Topology of the New Economy: Organizational Passages From Knowledge to Innovation
Introduction
Locating the Centrality of Networks
Organizational Forms of Innovation: The Network Enterprise
Organizational Knowledge Beyond the Boundaries of the Firm: Clusters of Innovation
Conclusion
References
Chapter 15: Networked Business Organizations: An Actionable Research Framework
Abstract
Introduction
Research Design
Multidisciplinary and Multidimensional Analysis of Organizational Networking Phenomena
Network Analysis Across Different Disciplines
Conclusions and Further Implications of the Proposed Framework
Endnotes
References
Chapter 16: Labor Flexibility in the Information Society: Is There a Balance between Skills Improvement and Use of External Employment?
Introduction
Review on Labor Flexibility
Research Methodology
Results
Conclusion and Discussion
References
Chapter 17: Learning Supported Decision-Making: ICTS as Feedback Systems
Introduction
Decision-Making as a Learning-Supported Process
A Socio-Technical Framework for Supporting Learning-Based Decision Making
Future Trends
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 18: Leveraging Knowledge Assets in Firms of the Digital Era
Introduction
Process and Product Approaches in Knowledge Management
A Strategic Perspective to Knowledge Assets
Conceptual Foundation of the Approach
The Knowledge Asset Management Solution
Supporting Knowledge Networks
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Index
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List of Figures
List of Tables