A Study Of Strategic Sourcing And Strategic Supporting Of Virtual Teams

2021 ◽  
Vol 86 (2) ◽  
pp. 45-53
Author(s):  
Ajantha Dharmasiri ◽  
G.H. Jayakody
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Teams ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Virtual Team ◽  
Strategic Sourcing ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Reported Data ◽  
Depth Interviews

The number of virtual teams has increased in recent years due to globalization of business, advanced information and communication technology and increased need for innovation and competitiveness. In this article, two different virtual team arrangements that are successful in meeting their current competitive needs are reported. Data collected using in-depth interviews were analyzed and several key patterns that support strategic sourcing and strategic supporting emerged. Accordingly, the organization with “virtual teams in an organization (VTO)”structure indicated support for strategic supporting whereas the organization with “Organization as Virtual Teams (OVT)” structure indicated patterns that support strategic sourcing. The authors envisage that there is an opportunity for HRM to leverage on strategic opportunities when overlap of VTO and OVT structures is considered.

scholarly journals The national broadband network and the challenges of creating connectivity in education: The case of Tasmania

2013 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sue Stack ◽  
Jane Watson ◽  
Joan Abbott-Chapman
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Classroom Teaching ◽  
Technology In Education ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Innovative Methodology ◽  
Broadband Network ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Depth Interviews

<p>Tasmania, one of the first locations to have communities connected to the national broadband network (NBN), provided the context within which to ask significant questions about the implications of the NBN for all levels and sectors of education. This paper reports findings from a research project that developed innovative methodology to explore the issues with 21 respondents categorised as "leaders" in the field of information and communication technology in education. The aim of the research was to conduct an audit of actual and planned implementation of new technologies in classroom teaching through in-depth interviews, to assess challenges faced in implementation and to facilitate dialogue between leaders in disparate education areas through provision of forums online and face-to-face. In this way the action research both contributed to an understanding of issues and acted as a change agent in stimulating the sharing of new approaches to what turned out to be a set of highly complex "wicked" problems. Resulting models using a causal layered approach demonstrate that whereas the NBN did not become the immediate solution to connectivity for these leaders, it provided the motivation to consider what a connected educational environment could be like.</p>

scholarly journals Eksistensi Nilai Lokal dalam Inovasi Pemerintah Daerah Studi Kasus : Program Brigade Siaga Bencana (BSB) di Kabupaten Bantaeng

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 011
Author(s):  
Ahmad Nitozi Mansur ◽  
Ahmad Taufik ◽  
St. Nurmaeta
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Disaster Preparedness ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Development Planning ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Government Innovation

This article aims to describe the innovation of Bantaeng Local Government in the Disaster Preparedness Brigade program (BSB) and investigating the existence of local wisdom values on the program. The informants in this research included the Head of Innovation and Development Subdivision of the Regional Development Planning Board, the Head of Culture Division of the Education and Culture Office, Doctors assigned by the Health Office to the program, Traditional leaders and people who have benefited from the program. The data analysis includes data reduction, data display and conclusion drawing. The techniques of data collection used were in-depth interviews, direct observation, literature review and documentation. The results of this research indicate: (1) that integrated services of the BSB innovation program in Bantaeng Regency equalize health services between those who live in urban areas and in remote villages, (2) Decentralization  (3) Cooperation involving three government agencies and foreign parties, (4) Involvement of community members, and (5) Use of information and communication technology. Furthermore, the local values existing on the local government innovation in the BSB program in Bantaeng Regency include (1) Honesty, (2) Obedience, (3) Intellectual Value and (4) Tenacity.Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan gambaran tentang inovasi pemerintah daerah dalam program Brigade Siaga Bencana (BSB) serta mengetahui eksistensi nilai lokal pada inovasi pemerintah dalam program BSB tersebut. Informan dalam artikel ini ialah Kasubag Inovasi dan Pengembangan Bappeda, Kabag Kebudayaan Dinas Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan, dokter yang ditugaskan oleh Dinas Kesehatan pada program BSB, Pemangku adat, serta masyarakat yang pernah merasakan manfaat dari program BSB tersebut. Analisis data yang digunakan yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan wawancara mendalam, observasi langsung, kajian pustaka dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini mengindikasikan: (1) Bahwa layanan terintegrasi program inovasi Brigade Siaga Bencana di Kabupaten Bantaeng menyetarakan pelayanan kesehatan antara yang tinggal di perkotaan dan di pelosok Desa, (2) Desentralisasi (3) Pemanfaatan kerjasama yang melibatkan tiga instansi pemerintah serta pihak asing, (4) Pelibatan anggota masyarakat, dan (5) Pemanfaatan Teknologi komunikasi dan informasi. Kemudian, eksistensi nilai-nilai lokal pada inovasi pemerintah daerah dalam program inovasi Brigade Siaga Bencana di Kabupaten Bantaeng terlaksana berdasarkan nilai yang ditemukan, yaitu: (1) Nilai Kejujuran, (2) Nilai Kepatutan, (3) Nilai Cendekia dan (4) Nilai Keteguhan.

scholarly journals A Sustainable Rural Telecentre Concept on Sustainability Pillars

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 42
Author(s):  
Marhaini Mohd Noor
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Social Entrepreneurship ◽  
Geographical Location ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Social Environmental ◽  
Basic Infrastructure ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Community Centre

Over the years, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become more relevant in today&rsquo;s society. A telecentre is a community centre where people use, access and utilizes the benefits of the centre through the ICT-based services provided. This paper reviews rural telecentres in Malaysia. The roles and functions of telecentres are explained and discussed to analyze the question on sustainability. The &lsquo;Just Transition&rsquo; is a recent and particular transition for rural telecentre to be sustained. Based on the qualitative analysis and review of telecentres&rsquo; sustainability, we found that some telecentres can be sustained while others could not. This is because of the impacts of economic, social, environmental and policy sustainability pillars on community telecentres in Malaysia. The review of this paper reveals findings obtained from in-depth interviews with telecentre managers and telecentres&rsquo; sustainability depends on natural resources, geographical location, social entrepreneurship, social capital, human resources (competency of leaders) and basic infrastructure. Therefore, future research should be focus on the roles of governance on resource utilization and implement effective public policy for telecentres&rsquo; sustainability.

Innovation through Virtual Technologies

2011 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Raghavendra Rao
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Teams ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
Business Models ◽  
Technology Knowledge ◽  
Innovative Method ◽  
Rapid Changes ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Right

Rapid changes are taking place in global economy. It has become a necessity for enterprises to respond to these changes. Innovation in the business is the solution to face these changes. Identifying the right type of technology, knowledge and process are the main elements in designing an innovative method. Two business models are discussed for creating innovation models. Some of the concepts in information and communication technology and management are applied in these business models. Further, this chapter talks about the contribution of global virtual teams in designing and developing ideas for innovation.

scholarly journals What Should Be Considered when Developing ICT-Integrated Classroom Models for a Developing Country?

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (7) ◽  
pp. 2967 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyunjin Cha ◽  
Taejung Park ◽  
Jongwon Seo
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Developing Country ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Integrated Classroom ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Practical Guidance ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study aims to identify factors to be considered when developing Information and Communication Technology (ICT)-integrated classroom models and to suggest a conceptual framework for considering more appropriate classroom models, tailored to the environments and needs of each developing country. In-depth interviews were conducted with experts, yielding many factors to be taken into account when integrating ICT in various educational contexts of developing countries. The factors are categorized into five domains: current status and relevant policies in ICT education, ODA (Official Development Assistance) goals and priority setting, infrastructure and technical challenges, pedagogical methods, and educational resources. Based on the recommendations elicited for the five categories, we suggest a conceptual framework that provides practical guidance on the criteria for selecting classroom models suited to each partner country’s environments and contexts. This study also draws implications from the interviews for classroom design guidelines related to hardware and infrastructure, to improve the sustainability of ICT-integrated classroom projects.

Scale development and validation of shared mental models of information and communication technology (ICT SMM)

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (7/8) ◽  
pp. 391-407
Author(s):  
Rebecca Müller ◽  
Conny H. Antoni
Keyword(s):  
Mental Models ◽  
Virtual Teams ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Shared Mental Models ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Information And Communication

Purpose Virtual teams are on the rise and many companies are implementing them to compete for the most talented experts. However, the use of information and communication technology (ICT), on which virtual teams depend, often ends in communication chaos. Research has shown that shared mental models (SMM), which are knowledge structures on team level, enhance team communication. In teams, which use ICTs, shared mental models of ICTs (ICT SMM) seem to be important. However, few studies that investigated ICT SMM have used different measurements that restrict their generalization. The purpose of this study is to define ICT SMM as well as develop and validate an ICT SMM scale. Design/methodology/approach This study used a cross-sectional questionnaire in two different samples (N1 = 117 students and N2 = 165 employees). Findings The results of item and factor analyses indicated that ICT SMM contain at least two facets, ICT functionalities and task-specific ICT use and are distinct from teamwork, taskwork and temporal SMM. The ICT SMM scale reached good validity and reliability. On an individual level, ICT SMM were positively associated with perceived team performance and coordination and negatively with ineffective communication, workload and frustration. Research limitations/implications Future research using teams as sample to validate the ICT SMM scale seems to be promising. Originality/value To the best of authors’ knowledge, this is the first study that developed and validated a rating scale to measure SMM of ICT in different samples.

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