Homeland security preparedness and information systems strategies for managing public policy
Title:
Homeland security preparedness and information systems strategies for managing public policy
Author:
Reddick, Christopher G.
ISBN:
9781605668352
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Publication Information:
Hershey, Pa. : IGI Global (701 E. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, USA), c2010.
Physical Description:
electronic texts (xiv, 257 p. : ill.) : digital files.
Contents:
Homeland security preparedness -- Citizen-centric e-government -- Collaboration and e-government -- Federal government homeland security information systems -- Information technology and emergency management -- Local government homeland security information systems -- Citizens, the internet, and terrorism information -- Information security in government -- Emergency management websites -- Conclusion -- Perceived effectiveness of e-government and its usage in city governments: survey evidence from information technology directors -- E-government and creating a citizen-centric government: a study of federal government CIOs.
Abstract:
Homeland security information systems are an important area of inquiry due to the tremendous influence information systems play on the preparation and response of government to a terrorist attack or natural disaster. This book delves into the issues and challenges that public managers face in the adoption and implementation of information systems for homeland security. A defining collection of field advancements, this publication provides solutions for those interested in adopting additional information systems security measures in their governments.
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Electronic Access:
Chapter PDFs via platform: http://services.igi-global.com/resolvedoi/resolve.aspx?doi=10.4018/978-1-60566-834-5