E-Commerce Infrastructure and Economic Impacts in Developing Countries

2008 ◽  
pp. 1499-1519 ◽  
Author(s):  
Varadharajan Sridhar ◽  
Kala Seetharam Sridhar
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Economic Variables ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
The Status ◽  
Security Infrastructure ◽  
Socio Economic Variables ◽  
The Government

This chapter presents a conceptual model that explains how e-commerce adoption in developing countries is affected by various infrastructure enablers and socio-economic variables. It describes the status of infrastructure enabler variables such as computer and Internet penetration, quality and speed of Internet connectivity, security infrastructure, online payment mechanisms and dispute resolution mechanisms in India and their impact on e-commerce adoption. Furthermore the chapter highlights the relationship between e-commerce adoption and various socio-economic variables such as prices, market reach, disposable income level, and cultural orientation of consumers. The chapter discusses the taxation of e-commerce, taking into account the complexity of the tax structure in India. A couple of mini-cases exemplify the utility of e-commerce in some practical applications. With this review of e-commerce adoption, stakeholders such as the government, the policy makers and industries will be able identify ways to nurture the positive effects and mitigate the negative effects to sustain the growth of e-commerce in many developing countries such as India.

E-Commerce Infrastructure and Economic Impacts in Developing Countries

2011 ◽  
pp. 63-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Varadharajan Sridhar ◽  
Kala S. Sridhar
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Economic Variables ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
The Status ◽  
Security Infrastructure ◽  
Socio Economic Variables ◽  
The Government

This chapter presents a conceptual model that explains how e-commerce adoption in developing countries is affected by various infrastructure enablers and socio-economic variables. It describes the status of infrastructure enabler variables such as computer and Internet penetration, quality and speed of Internet connectivity, security infrastructure, online payment mechanisms and dispute resolution mechanisms in India and their impact on e-commerce adoption. Furthermore the chapter highlights the relationship between e-commerce adoption and various socio-economic variables such as prices, market reach, disposable income level, and cultural orientation of consumers. The chapter discusses the taxation of e-commerce, taking into account the complexity of the tax structure in India. A couple of mini-cases exemplify the utility of e-commerce in some practical applications. With this review of e-commerce adoption, stakeholders such as the government, the policy makers and industries will be able identify ways to nurture the positive effects and mitigate the negative effects to sustain the growth of e-commerce in many developing countries such as India.

scholarly journals When and why defaults influence decisions: a meta-analysis of default effects

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (02) ◽  
pp. 159-186 ◽  
Author(s):  
JON M. JACHIMOWICZ ◽  
SHANNON DUNCAN ◽  
ELKE U. WEBER ◽  
ERIC J. JOHNSON
Keyword(s):  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Choice Architecture ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
The Status ◽  
Choice Option

AbstractWhen people make decisions with a pre-selected choice option – a ‘default’ – they are more likely to select that option. Because defaults are easy to implement, they constitute one of the most widely employed tools in the choice architecture toolbox. However, to decide when defaults should be used instead of other choice architecture tools, policy-makers must know how effective defaults are and when and why their effectiveness varies. To answer these questions, we conduct a literature search and meta-analysis of the 58 default studies (pooled n = 73,675) that fit our criteria. While our analysis reveals a considerable influence of defaults (d = 0.68, 95% confidence interval = 0.53–0.83), we also discover substantial variation: the majority of default studies find positive effects, but several do not find a significant effect, and two even demonstrate negative effects. To explain this variability, we draw on existing theoretical frameworks to examine the drivers of disparity in effectiveness. Our analysis reveals two factors that partially account for the variability in defaults’ effectiveness. First, we find that defaults in consumer domains are more effective and in environmental domains are less effective. Second, we find that defaults are more effective when they operate through endorsement (defaults that are seen as conveying what the choice architect thinks the decision-maker should do) or endowment (defaults that are seen as reflecting the status quo). We end with a discussion of possible directions for a future research program on defaults, including potential additional moderators, and implications for policy-makers interested in the implementation and evaluation of defaults.

Macroeconomics of money laundering: effects and measurements

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 65-81 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nella Hendriyetty ◽  
Bhajan S. Grewal
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Money Laundering ◽  
Tax Evasion ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Tax Revenue ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Macroeconomic Conditions ◽  
Illicit Flows

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to review studies focusing on the magnitude of money laundering and their effects on a country’s economy. The relevant concepts are identified on the basis of discussions in the literature by prominent scholars and policy makers. There are three main objectives in this review: first, to discuss the effects of money laundering on a country’s macro-economy; second, to seek measurements from other scholars; and finally, to seek previous findings about the magnitude and the flows of money laundering. Design/methodology/approach In the first part, this paper outlines the effects of money laundering on macroeconomic conditions of a country, and then the second part reviews the literature that measures the magnitude of money laundering from an economic perspective. Findings Money laundering affects a country’s economy by increasing shadow economy and criminal activities, illicit flows and impeding tax collection. To minimise these negative effects, it is necessary to quantify the magnitude of money laundering relative to economic conditions to identify the most vulnerable aspects of money laundering in a country. Two approaches are used in this study: the first is the capital flight approach, as money laundering will cause flows of money between countries; the second is the economic approach for measuring money laundering through economic variables (e.g. tax revenue, underground economy and income generated by criminals) separately from tax evasion. Originality/value The paper offers new insights for the measurement of money laundering, especially for developing countries. Most methods in quantifying money laundering have focused on developed countries, which are less applicable to developing countries.

Relationship between availability of WLB practices and financial results

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 935-956 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inocencia María Martínez-León ◽  
Isabel Olmedo-Cifuentes ◽  
M. Eugenia Sanchez-Vidal
Keyword(s):  
Management Practices ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Senior Managers ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Business Results ◽  
Audit Firms ◽  
Return On Capital ◽  
Flexible Work Practices

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the effect of work-life balance (WLB) practices on the financial results of Spanish accounting audit SMEs.Design/methodology/approachUsing survey data from 148 Spanish accounting audit SMEs, a regression analysis was developed to estimate the direct effects of WLB practices on firms’ financial results (return on capital employed and return on assets). Firm age and size are considered as control variables.FindingsSenior managers should foster some WLB practices (time-reduction and flexible-work practices) so as to enhance SME audit firms’ financial results. Work-leave practices should be analyzed so as to promote some positive outcomes for firms, through internal reorganization or by reorienting employees to resorting to the most beneficial practices.Practical implicationsNot all WLB practices have positive effects on the business results of SMEs. Therefore, managers may try to reduce these negative effects or redirect employees to WLB practices that have more positive effects on their firms’ financial results. Strategic information is also provided to employees and public institutions about fostering WLB in SMEs.Social implicationsThe availability of WLB practices has been deemed fundamental not only for policy makers and society, but also for the organizational culture and for human resource management practices.Originality/valueThis study is the first to investigate the association between the availability of WLB initiatives in SMEs and firms’ financial results.

scholarly journals Inefficiency in spectrum auctions – empirical evidence

2020 ◽  
Vol 150 ◽  
pp. 115-130
Author(s):  
Agnieszka KUŚ ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Spectrum Allocation ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Spectrum Auctions ◽  
Rigorous Approach ◽  
Spectrum Auction ◽  
Reserve Prices ◽  
Spectrum Policy ◽  
The Government ◽  
Price Distortions

Purpose: The spectrum is scarce recourses, so it is very important to allocate it in a way to maximize the economic and social returns to the countries` economies. Economists agree that the best way to allocate rare resources are auctions. Despite their good properties, in some environments, they can create inefficiency. We describe some potential sources of inefficiency in spectrum auctions and some negative effects of inefficient spectrum allocation. We also discuss how the government through appropriate spectrum policy and auction designing can promote efficient spectrum allocation. Design/methodology/approach: The paper is based on the literature on the spectrum auction and public documents published by national spectrum authorities. Theoretical discussions are supported by case studies of real world spectrum auctions. Much attention has been paid to the case of the Polish 4G auction. Findings: Extremely high reserve prices or rigorous approach to promoting entry could lead to price distortions, misallocation or even unsold spectrum which harm both competition and consumers. The case of the Polish 4G auction confirms that gaps in the detailed auction rules may lead to significant delays in frequency allocation and increase the risk of an ineffective auction outcome. Practical implications: In the light of our findings, it is important that the rules of the auction in the 3.6 GHz band currently planned in Poland should allow the regulator to control the pace of the auction and take into account the risk of inefficient outcome associated with passive bids. Originality/value: The discussions made in this paper could help policy makers in Poland and other countries in spectrum auction designing

scholarly journals Antecedents of Employee Intention to Stay: A Study of Employees in Zimbabwean SMEs

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 57
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Chinomona
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Government Policy ◽  
Turnover Intention ◽  
Small Businesses ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Organisational Commitment ◽  
Intention To Stay ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
The Government

Most research conducted on the influence of employee perception of equity (EPE), organisational citizenship behaviour (OCB), organisational commitment (OC) and turnover intention (ITS) has been on large organisations and little attention has been paid to SMEs. Studies on EPE and OCB have not filtered down to SMEs in developing countries. The primary objective of the study is to investigate the influence of OCB, EPE and OC on ITS in Zimbabwe’s SME sector. It also sought to ascertain the kind of relationships between OCB and OC, EPE with OC, OCB with ITS, EPE with ITS and finally OC with ITS. Structured questionnaires were distributed to SMEs in five major cities. A quantitative method using Smart PLS was employed to test the relationships among the three hypotheses. The results showed that there is a positive relationship between the three proposed hypotheses. Based on the findings, recommendations will be made to both the government policy makers and SME owners. The proposed study is expected to have practical and theoretical implications to both the policy makers in the government and the owners of small businesses in Zimbabwe. In addition, it will provide added insights and new knowledge to the existing body of literature on human resource management, hitherto not studied extensively in developing countries of Southern Africa and Zimbabwe in particular.

The Status of Elderly People in Nepal

Patan Pragya ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-18
Author(s):  
Gokarna Raj Aryal
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
National Development ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Ageing Population ◽  
The Status ◽  
Present Context ◽  
The Government

Elderly citizens are the sources of knowledge, experiences and collections of different ideas in every society or nation. If we use their ability, long experiences and their conscience, our society or nation will be benefitted to reform national development and prosperity. Ageing population is a global phenomenon and the number is rapidly increasing in developing countries as compared to developed countries. The government of Nepal has declared that people with 60 years or more are elderly citizens. The growth rate of the elderly population is faster than that of the total population in Nepal. The observation shows that the proportion of elderly population is high in mountain and hilly regions as compared to Terai. However, it is noted that female elderly population is the highest among three ecological regions. The growing numbers of ageing population is a major concern in most of the developing countries like Nepal. The social, economic and demographic impacts of ageing population possess both opportunities and challenges to every society. In this situation, the Government of Nepal should attempt to enhance the self-reliance and provide social security of its elderly people to facilitate their continuous participation in society. The Government of Nepal has introduced the universal old aged allowances program since 1994/95 as a non-contributing social assistance to elderly citizens with 70 years or more. The starting allowances are nominal. At present context, it is not a sufficient amount for the elderly citizens but they have little support to health care, medicine, entertainment and desired foods and fruits. Likewise, the Government should establish old age homes, day care and ageing centers and parks for entertainment.

The Challenges of Inclusive Education in Developing Countries in South East Asia

2022 ◽  
pp. 202-219
Author(s):  
Henriette van Rensburg ◽  
Betty Adcock
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
East Asia ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
South East Asia ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Equity In Education ◽  
Education Professionals ◽  
Key Stakeholders ◽  
The Government

This conceptual chapter presents an overview of the current developments in special education, specifically in inclusive education, and focuses only on the barriers experienced by the different stakeholders in developing countries in South East Asia. To support inclusion and equity in education, governments need to influence public opinion, implement legislation and policy regulations, and provide financial resources. The three key stakeholders are the government, educational professionals, and families. There are also others including instructors and other education professionals, teacher trainers and researchers, national, local, and school-level administrators and managers, policy-makers and service providers in other sectors, civic groups in the community, and members of minority groups who are at risk of exclusion. Awareness of the value of inclusive education should be raised amongst all stakeholders to develop a network of support for all learners.

scholarly journals An Analysis of Value-Added Agricultural Exports to Middle-Income Developing Countries: The Case of Wheat and Beef Products

1991 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 141-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jung-Hee Lee ◽  
David Henneberry ◽  
David Pyles
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Ordinary Least Squares ◽  
Income Growth ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Agricultural Exports ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Beef Products ◽  
Import Share

AbstractThis study determined probable future directions in U.S. value-added agricultural exports to middle-income developing countries (MIDCs) under the assumption of continued income growth. Import share equations for U.S. bulk, semi-processed and value-added wheat or beef products, as a percent of total U.S. wheat or beef product exports to each MIDC, were econometrically estimated using the ordinary least squares (OLS) technique. The empirical results indicate that in most MIDCs, increases in real per capita income have negative effects on the import share of processed wheat products while having positive effects on the import share of bulk wheat. However, import shares of U.S. processed beef products are likely to increase with income growth in most MIDCs.

scholarly journals Gambaran Kondisi Sanitasi Pasar Tradisional Modern Liang Kecamatan Liang Kabupaten Banggai Kepulauan

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
I'in Inriani ◽  
Muhammad Syahrir ◽  
Ramli Ramli ◽  
Maria Kanan ◽  
Mirawati Tongko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Environmental Health ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Health Inspection ◽  
Traditional Market ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Government

Persoalan sanitasi di negara berkembang dikarenakan beberapa faktor diantaranya adalah minimnya perhatian dan prioritas yang diberikan oleh pemerintah atau dinas terkait pada sektor sanitasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menggambarkan kondisi sanitasi pasar tradisional modern Liang, Kecamatan Liang, Kabupaten Banggai Kepulauan. Jenis penelitian ini yaitu deskriptif. Populasi dan sampel dalam penelitia ini adalah pasar yang ada di Kecamatan Liang yaitu pasar tradisional modern Liang, adapun teknik penentuan sampel yaitu menggunakan teknik sampling jenuh. Analisis data menggunakan perhitungan sesuai dengan petunjuk penilaian pada formulir pengawasan eksternal Inspeksi Kesehatan Liangkungan (IKL) Pasar dalam Peraturan Menteri Kesehatan Republik Indonesia Nomor 17 Tahun 2020 tentang Pasar Sehat. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa dari keseluruhan variabel yang di teliti sebagian besar belum memenuhi syarat dengan jumlah presentase 13,64% atau 6 item dari 44 item, karena presentase hasil penilaian tidak mencapai ≥70 % dan sebagian kriteria utama minimal (KUM) belum terpenuhi. Saran bagi penentu kebijakan, baik pengelola Pasar maupun Pemerintah Daerah Kabupaten Banggai Kepulauan agar menyediakan sarana sanitasi di Pasar Tradisional Modern Liang. Sanitation problems in developing countries are caused by several factors, including the lack of attention and priority given by the government or related agencies in the sanitation sector. This study aims to describe the sanitation conditions of the modern traditional market in Liang, Liang District, Banggai Islands Regency. This type of research is descriptive. The population and sample in this study were the market in Liang District, namely the modern traditional market of Liang, while the sampling technique was using a saturated sampling technique. Data analysis uses calculations according to the assessment instructions on the Market Environmental Health Inspection (IKL) external supervision form in the Regulation of the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia Number 17 of 2020 concerning Healthy Markets. The results showed that of all the variables studied, most of them did not meet the requirements. Suggestions for policy makers, both market managers and the local government of Banggai Islands Regency, to provide sanitation facilities at the Liang Modern Traditional Market

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