Digital economies SMEs and e-readiness
Title:
Digital economies SMEs and e-readiness
Author:
Mutula, Stephen M.
ISBN:
9781605664217
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Publication Information:
Hershey, Pa. : IGI Global (701 E. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, USA), c2010.
Physical Description:
electronic texts (xvi, 338 p.) : digital files.
Contents:
Introduction -- Growth of the digital economy -- Digital economy components -- SMEs industry -- Digital divide and SMEs -- E-Readiness and its assessment -- E-Readiness assessment methods and tools -- E-Readiness of SMEs -- E-Government readiness -- E-Business and e-commerce -- Local content and SMEs -- Knowledge management (KM) -- E-Records management and freedom of information for SMEs -- Information needs and access in SMEs -- Capacity building in SMEs -- Globalisation of the digital economy -- Trends and best practices in the digital economy -- Challenges of the digital economy -- Conclusion and the way forward.
Abstract:
Several studies have been made to determine the effectiveness of information and communication technologies within small business enterprises, but the focus on e-readiness assessments have been very limited. This publication provides insights into the current state of the digital economy and the ability of SMEs to leverage information and communication technologies in overcoming their position in the global business market. The collection provides vital information for developing strategic objectives and frameworks that promote economic growth, infrastructure development, capacity building, and educational training.
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Electronic Access:
Chapter PDFs via platform: http://services.igi-global.com/resolvedoi/resolve.aspx?doi=10.4018/978-1-60566-420-0