Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) for Covid-19 Epidemic Affected  People

i. Purpose of the study: Due to the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases, it has become challenging for the entire world to identify and treat infected patients at existing hospitals. In order to stop the spread of COVID-19, diseased persons need to be isolated for treatment. Hence, there is an enormous necessity to identify, monitor, and isolate patients to analyze their current situation and improve diagnostic accuracy to prevent more spread and deaths. ii. Methodology: Providentially, the recent advances in Information and communications technology (ICT) like the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) bring us opportunities to win the battle against the COVID-19 crisis. The exploratory research distributes practical assistance to the researcher for the rudimentary work. In this study, the exploratory research method was executed to explore the existing literature intensively and recognize the COVID-19 affected patients’ issues or challenges. iii. Main Findings: A new approach of IoMT-based E-Health has been designed and proposed for affected patient’s treatment in real-time. IoMT based E-Health model venture a prodigious promise to treat isolated patients where it applies existing technologies to increase quality control and access to patient healthcare centers in this COVID-19 pandemic effectively. iv. Applications of this study: IoMT-based E-Health involves significant components to track, identify, monitor, manage, store, and analyze patient information for the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With the help of the proposed approach, existing hospitals and healthcare centers can manage many infected patients, suggest treatment, and respond quickly according to their emergency alerts. v. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study aims to identify current health systems’ challenges and design a specialized model for the IoMT based E-Health systems by focusing mainly on the challenges that surfaced during COVID-19.

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Information and communications technology for future health systems in developing countries

Social Science & Medicine ◽

10.1016/j.socscimed.2008.01.033 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 66 (10) ◽

pp. 2122-2132 ◽

Cited By ~ 110

Author(s):

Henry Lucas

Keyword(s):

Developing Countries ◽

Health Systems ◽

Information And Communications Technology ◽

Communications Technology ◽

Future Health

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Information and communications technology adoption amongst township micro and small business: The case of Soweto

SA Journal of Information Management ◽

10.4102/sajim.v16i1.618 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 16 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Carl Marnewick

Keyword(s):

South African ◽

Small Businesses ◽

Information And Communications Technology ◽

Communications Technology ◽

Exploratory Research ◽

Doing Business ◽

Ict Adoption ◽

South African Township ◽

And Training ◽

Structured Questionnaire

Background: No empirical evidence is available on whether or not information and communications technology (ICT) is adopted by South African township micro and small businesses (MSBs) in order to grow the business. ICT, as an enabler, can grow the business. It is evident from literature that ICT enables MSBs to be more productive and efficient.Objectives: This research determines to what extent ICT is adopted by MSBs in Soweto, and whether or not a positive correlation exists between the adoption rate of ICT and the financial and growth performance of the MSB itself.Method: A structured questionnaire was completed by 978 respondents to determine the extent of ICT adoption and for what ICT is used. This exploratory research provides new knowledge about the acceptance of ICT within township MSBs.Results: The results indicate that ICT is not used to the fullest by MSBs. Rather, it is used as a basic tool for doing business but it does not form an integral part of the business. This research provides insight into the usage and adoption of ICT and it opens the door for further cross-analysis research.Conclusion: Education and training are needed to ensure that MSBs use ICT to the fullest. MSBs embracing ICT can evolve from a survivalist SME to a more sustainable micro and small MSB.

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Contributions of information and communications technology to future health systems and Universal Health Coverage: application of Japan’s experiences

Health Research Policy and Systems ◽

10.1186/s12961-020-00585-x ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 18 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Shuhei Nomura ◽

Vera Siesjö ◽

Göran Tomson ◽

Wiebke Mohr ◽

Eriko Fukuchi ◽

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Keyword(s):

Health Systems ◽

Universal Health Coverage ◽

Information And Communications Technology ◽

Communications Technology ◽

Health Coverage ◽

Future Health ◽

Universal Health

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A critical analysis of information and communications technology adoption: The strategy-as-practice perspective

Acta Commercii ◽

10.4102/ac.v15i1.229 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 15 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Neelambal M. Govender ◽

Marius Pretorius

Keyword(s):

Critical Analysis ◽

Scientific Literature ◽

Appropriate Technology ◽

Information And Communications Technology ◽

Communications Technology ◽

Exploratory Research ◽

Adoption Factors ◽

Ict Adoption ◽

Modern Business ◽

Strategy As Practice

Purpose: The ubiquitous pace of innovation is spawning a multitude of information and communications technology (ICT) products that are both redefining the manner in which organisations operate and have the potential to engender organisations with strategic advantage through the adoption of these products. However, the challenges that this presents to organisations include developing agile strategies that cater for market instabilities, determining what technology to adopt and ensuring that the appropriate technology is adopted. Thus, the purpose of this article is to perform a critical analysis of ICT adoption in an attempt to determine the influence that the pace of technology has on organisations in their endeavour to stay abreast of their market environment and to develop a comprehensive ICT adoption framework.Design/methodology/approach: This is exploratory research that concentrates on ICT adoption studied through the strategy-as-practice lens. Through critical analysis, the scientific literature was analysed to determine ICT adoption factors and to gain a better understanding of ICT adoption in the modern context. The principles of grounded theory were applied where repetitive reading of selected articles made it possible to identify factors that are associated with ICT adoption.Findings: The study identified three key factors of ICT adoption, namely ‘external’, ‘innovation’ and ‘organisational’. A number of ICT adoption characteristics were identified which were categorised against the three factors. In addition, the study identified critical management challenges associated with ICT innovation and the adoption thereof in the modern business context.Research limitations/implications: The proposed ICT adoption framework is based on scientific literature only and no popular writings, blogs or forums were included.Practical implications: Strategists need to understand that developing agile strategies involves more than discipline; it embraces an in-depth understanding of ICT adoption factors, insight into the daily operations of managers and an awareness of innovations in ICT.Originality/value: The article aims to enable organisations to better understand the effects of ICT innovation and the influence this has on management roles. Additionally, it presents a comprehensive ICT adoption framework that can aid strategists in understanding the factors that influence ICT adoption.

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