scholarly journals Towards a Robust Electronic Agriculture Platform Development

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 2853-2860
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Research Area ◽  
Critical Determinant ◽  
Critical Information ◽  
Platform Development ◽  
Knowledge Intensive ◽  
Requirement Specifications ◽  
Tailored Information

This study identified that the calls to go back to agriculture has reached high decibels and in response several individuals and institutions have shown inclinations towards these calls. The study also identified that agriculture has become knowledge intensive, such that timely, accurate and specifically tailored information have become critical determinant success factors. To aid those disposed to responding to these calls as well as the requisite critical information needs germane to achieving success, the study looked in the direction of Electronic agriculture (Electronic -Agriculture), an emerging research area. And in specific terms, the study analyzed the requirement specifications incidental to meeting the information needs of the identified challenges. And based on the insights gained, the study modeled and simulated a system whose features and functionalities met the requirements for a desirable conceptual framework for setting up an Electronic -Agriculture platform.

scholarly journals Informing Clients through Information Communication Technology in Health Care Systems

10.28945/3367 ◽  
2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vangari Vishwa Mohan ◽  
Vahideh Zarea Gavgani
Keyword(s):  
Communication Technology ◽  
Science Communication ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Medical Information ◽  
Information Communication Technology ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Critical Information ◽  
Care Givers

Information Communication Technology (ICT) has revolutionized the world communication order. People can be informed in more effective, efficient and convenient ways. Access to media has percolated to the grassroots. In spite of all such remarkable developments, whether ICT facilitates Science communication is a billion dollar question. Though information is freely and widely available by virtue of ICT, yet, there are areas where Science communication through ICT still needs to be developed to deliver critical information to the needy. Objectives: The objectives of the study are to find out: whether patients and care givers have perception of their information needs? What sources of information they usually consult? What type of channels/media they possess to access the information? What sources the patients and care givers prefer to consult? Whether in the opinion of the patients and their care givers, the ICTs are effective in delivering the critical information. Methodology: An exploratory survey was conducted. A semi-structured interview was employed to collect data from a group of 188 patients and care givers in the hospitals and clinics in Hyderabad (India). Results and conclusion: The study determined the patients’ and care givers’ preferences for technologies in keeping informed. It also brought to light the limitations and usefulness of ICTs in Science communication in general and medical information in particular.

Entrepreneurial learning dynamics in knowledge-intensive enterprises

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 366-380 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giustina Secundo ◽  
Giovanni Schiuma ◽  
Giuseppina Passiante
Keyword(s):  
Research Area ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Dynamic Learning ◽  
Learning Dynamics ◽  
Entrepreneurial Learning ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Strategic Renewal ◽  
Learning Research ◽  
Knowledge Intensive

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present an overview of the articles presented in the special issue “Entrepreneurial learning dynamics in knowledge-intensive enterprises.” The special issue is inspired by recent research on entrepreneurial learning dynamics in knowledge-intensive enterprises literature. The aim is to extend and consolidate this emerging research area exploring entrepreneurship as a never-ending dynamic learning process, as well as, to cross-fertilize entrepreneurship and organizational learning studies. Design/methodology/approach The paper is based on a literature and published document review, experiential reflections and argument. Findings The paper reveals an integrative framework to highlight the breath of entrepreneurial learning research according to different level of analysis: the context where learning happen, the different typologies of entrepreneurial learning processes, the ontological levels at which learning can occur and the different typologies of entrepreneurial learners. Continuous learning processes allow entrepreneurs to develop and grow, as well as, enable knowledge-intensive enterprises to engage in strategic renewal processes. Research limitations/implications Although, entrepreneurial learning research so far has focused on applying existing theories in the entrepreneurial context, more research is needed to broaden the perspective and understanding how entrepreneurial learning can help to face key entrepreneurship’s challenges in different context. Originality/value The paper presents an holistic approach of current entrepreneurial learning research and encourages researchers to explore how different learning types come into play in different entrepreneurial contexts (start-up initiatives, strategic renewal in incumbent enterprises, ventures development and growth).

National Interoperability Approach for Social Services Information Management in Finland

2012 ◽  
pp. 851-874
Author(s):  
Juha Mykkänen ◽  
Konstantin Hyppönen ◽  
Pekka Kortelainen ◽  
Antero Lehmuskoski ◽  
Virpi Hotti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Social Services ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
National Level ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Specific Information ◽  
Domain Specific ◽  
National Initiative ◽  
Definition Of

In this chapter, the authors introduce and discuss the approach for defining IT interoperability solutions on national level for social services in Finland. Goals and phases of the national initiative are presented, and various projects related to the transformation and unification of various aspects of supporting social services via interoperability solutions are illustrated. In addition, the path from general e-Government requirements through the definition of domain-specific information and documentation down to the development of technology solutions and dissemination plan is presented. The authors highlight several success factors and issues for the organization of multipartite collaboration, the specification of architectural and information management approach, the selection and definition of technology standards to support the domain-specific information needs and specifications and strategic alternatives for central information repositories.

Knowledge Sharing and IT/Business Partnership

2015 ◽  
pp. 316-331
Author(s):  
Dania Abdulwahab Alkhaldi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Management Practice ◽  
It Outsourcing ◽  
Business Partnership ◽  
Doing Business ◽  
Knowledge Intensive ◽  
Comprehensive Study

In this highly technology dependent and knowledge intensive economy, organizations were forced to change the way of doing business and move form bricks to clicks to survive and compete. Accordingly, organizations have to adopt the suitable IT solutions that fit their mission, vision, and objectives. One way to achieve that is IT outsourcing either entirely or partially. This is a part of a comprehensive study that investigates the IT outsourcing risk management practice in Syria, identifies the causes of IT outsourcing projects failures and what kind of knowledge is used when identifying risks, and finally proposes a conceptual framework that achieves integrated view of risk management regarding IT outsourcing projects. To achieve that, the researcher followed DRM as a research methodology starting from “what is usually done” moving toward “what can be done most realistically,” which is presented in detail in this chapter and resulted in the proposed framework.

scholarly journals Determining Critical Success Factors that Contribute to the Delay of Water Infrastructure Construction Projects in the Abu Dhabi Emirtae: A Conceptual Framework

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 139
Author(s):  
Jaafer Y. Altarawneh ◽  
Vinesh Thiruchelvam ◽  
Behrang Samadi
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Critical Success Factors ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Abu Dhabi ◽  
Water Infrastructure ◽  
Critical Success ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between the critical success factors and the critical delays in the context of water infrastructure construction projects (WICPs) in the Abu Dhabi Emirate. In addition, the purpose of this paper is to develop a conceptual model to investigate the potential relationship. The literature concerning the critical success and delay factors and the related models that are available provide a starting point for developing the conceptual model. Based on the comprehensive and thorough literature review, all the dimensions of the variables are identified and discussed in detail.This study attempts to reduce the existing gap in the literature regarding the relationship between the critical success factors and critical delay. It forms a foundation upon which further local research can be conducted. In addition, it attempts to identify and point out the most critical success factors that will minimize the delay claims in water infrastructure construction projects (WICPs), as such delays would lead to some of the most difficult and controversial disputes to resolve.  Internationally, it is expected that the findings of this research may help as an evidentiary reference data on which other and further similar comparative researches could be initiated and developed in different environments in terms of cultural, social, contractual, political, and environmental mediums.Finally, the conceptual framework was developed by identifying six (6) variables for project critical success namely Project Management Process (PMP), Project Manager Competency (PMC), Project Team Members’ Competency (PTC), Project Organizational Planning (POP), Project Resources’ Utilization (PRU) and Project Organizational Commitment (POC).

Knowledge Management

2009 ◽  
pp. 552-561 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dariusz Jemielniak ◽  
Jerzy Kociatkiewicz
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Research Area ◽  
Contemporary Society ◽  
Identity Creation ◽  
Management Literature ◽  
History Of ◽  
Knowledge Intensive ◽  
Intensive Work ◽  
Current Business

Knowledge management and knowledge-intensive work are two of today’s hot buzzwords, though both already have a history of managerial usage. While some authors claim that knowledge is the most important organizational asset in contemporary society, others retort that much of knowledge management literature and practical solutions are just perfunctory and propagandist and many, if not most, managerial polices rely on manipulation of emotions and identity creation. This chapter aims to capitalize on this fascinating and timely research area. We want to present the current business fad of knowledge-management in terms of excess and forgetful repetition of ideas. We look at knowledge management as an idea of highly suspect utility, and search for explanations for and possible counterbalances to its ubiquity.

Developing a P2P lending platform: stages, strategies and platform configurations

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 1229-1249
Author(s):  
Cheuk Hang Au ◽  
Barney Tan ◽  
Yuan Sun
Keyword(s):  
Process Model ◽  
Research Area ◽  
Specific Sequence ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Digital Platforms ◽  
Case Research ◽  
Business Units ◽  
P2p Lending ◽  
Platform Development ◽  
Three Stages

PurposeOnline Peer-to-Peer (P2P) lending platforms are becoming increasingly popular globally in recent years. Our knowledge of how to develop and manage the digital platforms that make P2P lending possible, however, is limited. Through an in-depth examination of the strategies deployed and actions taken across the various stages of development of Tuodao, one of the most successful online P2P lending platforms in China, the purpose of this study is to develop a process model of P2P Lending Platform Development to address this knowledge gap.Design/methodology/approachThe case research method was adopted for this research, and a total of 16 informants were interviewed. The informants were composed of representatives of Tuodao’stop management, organizational IT functions as well as its various business units.FindingsOur study reveals that the development of a P2P lending platform can unfold in a specific sequence across three stages, and the development of a particular side of the platform should be emphasized in each stage (i.e. Partners, followed by Lenders, and then Borrowers). Each stage is also distinctive in terms of their strategies and platform configuration outcomes, which are elaborated on in our paper.Originality/valueOur process model contributes an in-depth view of how P2P lending platforms should be established and nurtured to complement the existing studies in this rapidly growing research area. In addition, our study also hints at the strategies that can facilitate the various stages. Our model can potentially serve as the foundation for formulating guidelines for the managers of P2P lending platforms, so that they are able to optimize the development of their platforms and extend the benefits of P2P lending to a broader base of customers.

“He too will become a nation and he too will become great”: The information needs of the “Bnei Menashe” immigrant community in Israel as capability

2019 ◽  
Vol 82 (4) ◽  
pp. 384-403 ◽  
Author(s):  
Baruch Shomron ◽  
Amit Schejter
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Capabilities Approach ◽  
Immigrant Community ◽  
Critical Information ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Role Of Information

The “Bnei Menashe” are a marginalized community that immigrated from India to Israel. The community has diverse information needs, yet they are characterized by difficulties that prevent them from acquiring vital information. In this study, we utilized Sen’s (1993) “capabilities approach” as well as Friedland et al. (2012) “critical information needs” for the identification of the Bnei Menashe’s information capabilities, and the ways in which they answer them. The study was conducted using semi-structured individual in-depth interviews. The findings of the study relate that the Bnei Menashe succeed only partially in realizing the capability of being informed. This is a result of the partial technological exclusion that characterizes the community. This is a first-of-its-kind study, as the Bnei Menashe have not been studied methodically. Furthermore, the utilization of the capabilities approach represents a major contribution to existing communication theories, as the approach allows for a more wholesome understanding of the role of information and communication technologies in society.

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