Seeking transformation through information technology: strategies for Brazil, China, Canada And Sri Lanka

The ability to harness Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) is increasingly at the heart of national competitiveness and sustainable development. As countries seek a way out of the present period of economic contraction, they are trying to weave ICT into their development strategies, in the same way enterprises have learned to use ICT to transform their business models and strategies. This integration offers a new path to development that is responsive to the challenges of our times. In Seeking Transformation Through Information Technology , Nagy Hanna and Peter Knight provide a framework for assessing the opportunities, challenges, and prospects for “e-transformation.” Featuring contributions from country experts, the editors and authors provide in-depth case studies of ICT deployment in Brazil, China, Canada, and Sri Lanka, and assesthe progress of such efforts. The result is an essential resource for academic researchers, policy analysts, policymakers, and industry leaders interestedin the role of ICT in national development, innovation, and economic growth.. Integrates analytical insights, practical application, and policymaking across the fields of development economics, public administration, and information and communication technology to show how ICT can impact development International coverage, featuring in-depth case studies from country specialists. International coverage, featuring in-depth case studies from country specialists.Could be appropriate for graduate-level courses in economic development, technology policy, and public administration. INDICE: Chapter 1 E-Transformation as an Integrating Strategy. Chapter 2 Toward e-Development in Brazil. Chapter 3 China’s Evolving Informatization Strategy. Chapter 4 Towards a Community-based e-Development in Canada. Chapter 5 Sri Lanka as a Deliberate and Emergent Strategy. Chapter 6 Comparative Experience and Lessons in e-Transformation.

• ISBN: 978-1-4614-0352-4
• Editorial: Springer New York
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 292
• Fecha Publicación: 28/09/2011
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés