Mobile Business Applications

2007 ◽  
pp. 442-445
Author(s):  
C. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Information Retrieval ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Financial Management ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Management Information ◽  
Mobile Business ◽  
Business Applications ◽  
Rapid Diffusion

As an increasing number of organizations and individuals are dependent on mobile technologies to perform their tasks, various mobile applications have been rapidly introduced and used in a number of areas such as communications, financial management, information retrieval, and entertainment. Mobile applications were initially very basic and simple, but the introduction of higher bandwidth capability and the rapid diffusion of Internet-compatible phones, along with the innovations in the mobile technologies, allow for richer and more efficient applications.

Mobile Business Applications

2009 ◽  
pp. 2163-2168
Author(s):  
Cheon-Pyo Lee
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Financial Management ◽  
Sales Force ◽  
Customer Relationship ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Mobile Business ◽  
Sales Force Automation ◽  
Business Applications ◽  
Scale Usage ◽  
E Mail

As an increasing number of organizations and individuals are dependent on mobile technologies to perform their tasks, various mobile applications have been rapidly introduced and used in a number of areas such as communications, financial management, information retrieval, and entertainment. Mobile applications were initially very basic and simple, but the introduction of higher bandwidth capability and the rapid diffusion of Internet-compatible phones, along with the innovations in the mobile technologies, allow for richer and more efficient applications. Over the years, mobile applications have primarily been developed in consumer-oriented areas where products such as e-mail, games, and music have led the market (Gebauer & Shaw, 2004). According to the ARC group, mobile entertainment service will generate $27 billion globally by 2008 with 2.5 billion users (Smith, 2004). Even though mobile business (m-business) applications have been slow to catch on mobile applications for consumers and are still waiting for larger-scale usage, m-business application areas have received enormous attention and have rapidly grown. As entertainment has been a significant driver of consumer-oriented mobile applications, applications such as delivery, construction, maintenance, and sales of mobile business have been drivers of m-business applications (Funk, 2003). By fall of 2003, Microsoft mobile solutions partners had registered more than 11,000 applications including e-mail, calendars and contacts, sales force automation, customer relationship management, and filed force automation (Smith, 2004). However, in spite of their huge potential and benefits, the adoption of m-business applications appears much slower than anticipated due to numerous technical and managerial problems.

Overview and Understanding of Mobile Business in the Age of Communication

2011 ◽  
pp. 719-727
Author(s):  
Joseph. Barjis
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Wireless Networking ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Mobile Business ◽  
Communication Infrastructure ◽  
Future Developments ◽  
Business Applications ◽  
Extended Discussion

This chapter provides an introduction, review and study of mobile businesses with emphasis on its supporting mobile technologies and wireless networking. The chapter first discusses the concept of mobile business where opportunities, motivations and needs for this type of business are studied. Following this discussion, the chapter studies the current status of mobiles business, key hardware and software solutions (business applications) available on the market. The chapter also discusses different mobile devices, communication infrastructure, supporting networks and other crucial components that make businesses mobile and able to be conducted anytime and anywhere. Finally, an extended discussion is focused on issues and future developments of mobile businesses along with some recommendations, and suggestions regarding mobile business.

Mobile technologies and supply chain management - lessons for the hospitality industry

2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 207-219
Author(s):  
Tomislav Car ◽  
Ljubica Pilepić ◽  
Mislav Šimunić
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Hospitality Industry ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Mobile Business ◽  
Chain Management

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to define preconditions and integration capabilities of the mobile business in supply chain management (SCM) in the hospitality industry via mobile devices and mobile applications. The aims of this paper are to reflect on what mobile technology has to offer and to draw attention to the role of mobile applications and their use in the SCM. Although mobile technologies are present in almost all areas, they are not used to their full potential. Design – The paper defines the concept of supply chain management in the hospitality industry and provides information about benefits of its successful implementation. Furthermore, this paper highlights the role of mobile technologies and mobile applications in supply chain management in the hospitality industry that bring numerous benefits starting with cost reduction, increased functionality, productivity, efficiency and ending up with satisfied users of logistics products in the hospitality industry. Methodology/approach - Based on an extensive literature review, the authors propose new solutions, such us “Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) in the field of mobile business. Therefore, this paper attempts to investigate the possibilities offered by mobile technologies in the SCM. Findings – The paper introduces new trends in the field of mobile technology and emphasizes their importance and the impact in the management of modern supply chain. Furthermore, the findings in this paper may be useful in developing mobile solutions for SCM in the hospitality industry. Originality – This article provides useful insights for all participants in supply chain to better understand the benefits of the application of mobile technologies and mobile applications in the management of modern supply chain. The paper can also serve as a basis for further research in the area of application of mobile technologies in creating logistics products in the hospitality industry.

How Mobile Technologies Enable Best Business Practice

2011 ◽  
pp. 124-139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vaida Kadyte
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Paper Industry ◽  
Business Practice ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Mobile Business ◽  
Business Applications ◽  
Doing Business ◽  
Conceptual Thought ◽  
Empirical Illustration

Within the last 10 years, a number of sophisticated mobile devices have become available to assist not only in managing appointments and contacts but also to provide a tool for enhancing user experience and introducing new collaborative ways of doing business. However, little conceptual thought and empirical illustration has been given to how industrial organisations are using the potential offered by mobile technology. This chapter is based on putting into practice the main conceptual ideas of the Freedom Economy in the domain of mobile business applications through action research methodology. We present an in-depth case study on implementing mobile solutions in the fine-paper industry and aim to investigate to what extent mobile technologies pose a challenge to contemporary industrial life and how they will eventually enable firms to achieve the best business practice.

Business and Mobile

2016 ◽  
pp. 312-350
Author(s):  
Nygmet Ibadildin ◽  
Kenneth E. Harvey
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Short History ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Business Applications ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Affairs ◽  
Behavior Choices ◽  
The Impact ◽  
External Communications

This chapter will explore the peculiarities of business applications of mobile technologies, including a short history and a review of the current state of affairs, major trends likely to cause further change over the coming years, key theories and models to help understand and predict these changes, and future directions of research that may provide deeper scientific insight. M-commerce has many aspects from design and usability of the devices to monetization issues of mobile applications. M-enterprise is about drastic changes in internal and external communications and efficiency in the work of each business unit. M-industry reviews the impact of mobile technologies on traditional industries and the development of entirely new industries. M-style is how our everyday lives are changing in behavior, choices and preferences. After reading this chapter you will be able to differentiate m-business in many important areas: why is it important, where it is going, what is the value to consumers.

Business and Mobile

2018 ◽  
pp. 921-959
Author(s):  
Nygmet Ibadildin ◽  
Kenneth E. Harvey
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Short History ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Business Applications ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Affairs ◽  
Behavior Choices ◽  
The Impact ◽  
External Communications

This chapter will explore the peculiarities of business applications of mobile technologies, including a short history and a review of the current state of affairs, major trends likely to cause further change over the coming years, key theories and models to help understand and predict these changes, and future directions of research that may provide deeper scientific insight. M-commerce has many aspects from design and usability of the devices to monetization issues of mobile applications. M-enterprise is about drastic changes in internal and external communications and efficiency in the work of each business unit. M-industry reviews the impact of mobile technologies on traditional industries and the development of entirely new industries. M-style is how our everyday lives are changing in behavior, choices and preferences. After reading this chapter you will be able to differentiate m-business in many important areas: why is it important, where it is going, what is the value to consumers.

The Application of the Innovative Mobile Technologies in the Business Environment

2011 ◽  
pp. 170-190
Author(s):  
Nabeel A.Y. Al-Qirin
Keyword(s):  
Technological Development ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Mobile Business ◽  
The Road ◽  
Business Applications ◽  
Long Run ◽  
The Rich ◽  
Near Future ◽  
E Mail

This chapter looks at mobile business (MoB) from technological, social, economical, and environmental perspectives. The issues that surround MoB and hence, influence its success at the wider scale in the long run, are dependent on significant factors addressed in this chapter. The chapter defines MoB and looks at different mobile technologies and standards that enable MoB. The chapter then looks at the different factors and contexts that would influence MoB success at a broader level, highlighting issues, gaps, and challenges. It is emphasised that unless such implications are addressed, the wide diffusion of MoB will not materialise in the near future. Despite the rapid technological development and the enthusiasm about the MoB innovation among researchers and professionals, the road toward true MoB is still a long one. What exist now in the market are just complementary solutions. At this level, at the lower end, MoB is the toy of the teenagers; at the higher end it is the toy of the rich or the executive who cannot tolerate to be away from his/her e-mail. There are indeed some useful business applications for MoB, especially in logistics and distribution, but the remaining potential masses that have tasted the beauty of Internet browsing are not yet prepared to compromise that with ill-specified mobile technologies, e.g., devices, wireless communications, and deficient and stripped down contents. Still, MoB stands strong as a futuristic direction and one day we will be there, wearing MoB.

Developing and Validating a M-Governance Framework Adoption Model of a University for Communication Services to Its Affiliated Institutions

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 484
Author(s):  
E. Ramganesh ◽  
E. Kirubakaran ◽  
D. Ravindran ◽  
R. Gobi
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Technology Acceptance Model ◽  
Public Service ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Communication Services ◽  
Governance Framework ◽  
Social And Economic Development ◽  
Acceptance Model

The m-Governance framework of auniversity aims to utilize the massive reach of mobile phones and harness the potential of mobile applications to enable easy and round the-clock access to the services of its affiliated institutions.  In the current mobile age there is need for transforming e-governance services to m-Governance as m-Governance is not a replacement for e-Governance rather it complements e-Governance. With this unparalleled advancement of mobile communication technologies, universities are turning to m-governance to realize the value of mobile technologies for responsive governance and measurable improvements to academic, social and economic development, public service delivery, operational efficiencies and active stakeholder engagement. In this context the present study, aims to develop and validate a m-governance framework of a university by extending Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) with its prime stakeholders so called the Heads of the affiliated institutions. A survey instrument was developed based on the framework and it was administered with 20 Heads of the affiliated Institutions. The results also showed that the Heads of the affiliated Institutions expressed their favorableness towards m-governance adoption.

scholarly journals Gamification-less: may gamification really foster civic participation? A controlled field experiment

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marco Romano ◽  
Paloma Díaz ◽  
Ignacio Aedo
Keyword(s):  
Crisis Management ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Civic Participation ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Design Experiment ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Group Design ◽  
In The Wild ◽  
Open Issue ◽  
Smart Communities

AbstractIn the context of smart communities, it is essential an active and continuous collaboration between citizens, organizations and institutions. There are several cases where citizens may be asked to participate such as in public decision-making process by informing, voting or proposing projects or in crisis management by sharing precise and timely information with other citizens and emergency organizations. However, these opportunities do not automatically result in participatory practices sustained over time. Mobile technologies and social networks provide the substratum for supporting formal empowerment, but citizen engagement in participation processes is still an open issue. One of the techniques used to improve engagement is gamification based on the humans’ predisposition to games. So far, we still lack studies that can prove the advantage of gamified systems respect to non-gamified ones in civic participation context. In this work, we present a between-group design experiment performed in the wild using two mobile applications enabling civic participation, one gamified and the other not. Our results highlight that the gamified application generates a better user experience and civic engagement.

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