ICTS, Digital Tools, and Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems

2017 ◽  
pp. 127-163
Author(s):  
Jeehye Kim ◽  
David Nielson
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Digital Tools ◽  
Agricultural Knowledge

scholarly journals Innovative Use of Low-Cost Digitisation for Smart Information Systems in Construction Projects

Buildings ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 270
Author(s):  
Mostafa Babaeian Jelodar ◽  
Feiya Shu
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Digital Tools ◽  
Expert Interviews ◽  
Human Intervention ◽  
Construction Sector ◽  
Digital Platforms ◽  
Implementation Processes ◽  
Is Development

The low-level application of digital tools and information systems in construction implies that many projects cannot meet modern requirements and standard of work of advanced industries. This study adopts a practical and diagnostic approach to identify key attributes and implementation processes of information systems in construction and logistics. To have triangulation of knowledge, a three-step methodology is adopted. Initially an exploratory analysis of previous literature is performed. Secondly a diagnostic analysis of IS applications in construction is achieved by case studies. Finally, expert interviews are performed to examine and consolidate the findings. The study illustrated practical and innovative applications of low-cost digital tools in IS development and created a framework for documentation of these discrete and mostly unshared practices. It is recommended that the construction sector should embrace more advance technologies to minimise human intervention and enhance real-time capabilities. The practicality of how different low-cost and off-the-shelf tools and digital platforms can be combined is discussed and demonstrated. The study provides a clear distinction for practitioners and academics as to what is being practiced in comparison to the dominant theories.

scholarly journals Viewpoint: effective stakeholder communication in agriculture: together we stand, divided we fall!

2014 ◽  
Vol 152 (S1) ◽  
pp. 65-70 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. F. M. AARTS ◽  
J. HUMPHREYS ◽  
A. LE GALL
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Research Output ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Current Paper ◽  
Agricultural Systems ◽  
Regional Networks ◽  
Effective Application ◽  
Agricultural Knowledge ◽  
On Farm ◽  
Stakeholder Communication

SUMMARYSubstantial improvements of agricultural systems are necessary to meet the future requirements of humanity. However, current agricultural knowledge and information systems are generally not well suited to meet the necessary improvements in productivity and sustainability. For more effective application of research output, research producers and research consumers should not be considered as separate individuals in the knowledge chain but as collaborating partners creating synergy. The current paper investigates the relationships between scientists and stakeholders and identifies approaches to increase the effectiveness of their communication. On-farm research has proven to be an effective means of improving exploitation of research output at farm level because it connects all relevant partners in the process. Furthermore, pilot farms can act as an effective platform for communication and dissemination. Regional networks of pilot farms should be established and connected across regions.

scholarly journals Digital Strategy Decision Support Systems: Agrifood Supply Chain Management in SMEs

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 274
Author(s):  
Maria Kamariotou ◽  
Fotis Kitsios ◽  
Chrysanthi Charatsari ◽  
Evagelos D. Lioutas ◽  
Michael A. Talias
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Decision Support ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Customer Value ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Cost Savings ◽  
Strategic Decision ◽  
Digital Tools ◽  
It Executives

The specific attributes of agrifood supply chains, along with their importance for the economy and society, have led to an increased interest in the parameters that enhance their effectiveness. Recently, numerous digital tools aimed at improving supply chain effectiveness have been developed. The majority of existing research focuses on optimizing individual processes rather than the overall growth of a food supply chain. This study aims to identify the stages of the information systems planning (ISP) process that affect the success of developing a strategic decision support system (DSS) for improving the decision-making process in the agrifood supply chains. Data were collected from 66 IT executives from Greek small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the agrifood sector and analyzed using regression analysis. The results revealed that situation analysis is the only stage of ISP that predicts ISP success. These findings can assist managers in appreciating the critical role of ISP for improving the performance of agrifood supply chain operations. Implementing the most appropriate information systems (IS) and digital tools results in increased competitive advantage, cost savings, and increased customer value.

Connecting Marginal Rice Farmers to Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems in Vietnam Uplands

2006 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 109-125 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jean-Christophe Castella ◽  
Joep Slaats ◽  
Dang Dinh Quang ◽  
François Geay ◽  
Nguyen Van Linh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Rice Farmers ◽  
Agricultural Knowledge
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