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Contents

Preface

Introduction to Information and Communication Technology Policies and Practices

1. Introduction to This Volume on ICT

2. ICT Policy Development

3. Contributions of ICT Industry

4. Performance in ICT Sector

5. E-Government

6. Globaliztion and Technology Transfer

An Analysis of Industrial Policy of IT in Vietnam

Abstract

1. Background to the Vietnamese Economy

2. Government Policy Towards IT Industry

2.1. Software Industry Policy

2.2. Hardware Industry Policy

2.3. Electronics Industry

3. The Relationship Between Industry and GDP Growth

Determinants of Industry Development

4.1. IT Firm and Market Characteristics

4.2. IT Human Resource

4.3. FDI Inflow

Concluding Remarks

References

State of Cybersecurity and the Roadmap to a Secure Cyber Community in Cambodia

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Cyber Threats and The need for Counter Efforts

3. Methodology: Assessment Framework

4. Assessing Cambodia’s Efforts on Cybersecurity and Policy Implications

Conclusion

References

Harnessing ICTs for the Competitiveness of SMEs in Nepal: Prospects and Challenges

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. SMEs by Definition

3. An Analytical Framework

3.1. Reinforcing Dynamics

3.2. System Dynamics View of Firm Response to Competitive Pressures

3.3. Value Chain Framework

3.4. Bass Diffusion Model

3.5. Innovation Adoption Curve

4. Advances in ICT Adoption

5. Nepalese Perspective of ICT-Enabled SMEs

5.1. Government Initiatives

5.2. Private Sector Initiatives

5.3. Possible Areas of ICT-Enabled SMEs in Nepal

5.4. Developing the ICT Workforce

6. Opportunities of ICT Adoption

7. Challenges in ICT Adoption

8. Strategies and Policy Framework for ICT-Enabled SMEs in Nepal

8.1. International Level

8.2. National Level

8.3. Business Enterprises Level

9. Policy Recommendations

Conclusion

Annex 1.

Annex 1. (Continued)

Annex 2. Can-Infotech at a Glance

References

Web sources

The Effect of Main Telecommunication Indicators on Inflow of Foreign Direct Investment

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review and Hypothesis

3. Methodology

4. Data

5. Empirical Results

Conclusion

Future Research

References

Effects of Information Technology on Cost, Quality and Efficiency in Provision of Public Services

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Use of ICT in Public Administration

2.1. e-Government

B1. Improving Government Processes: e-Administration

B2. Connecting Citizens: e-Citizens and e-Services

B3. Building External Interactions: e-Society

2.2. Role of ICT in Controlling Cost, Quality and Efficiency

3. Public Services Provision in Kurdistan Region of Iraq

3.1. The Current Status

3.2. Trends in Privatization of Public Services

3.3. Efficiency and Quality

3.4. The Role of the Private Sector

3.5. The Role of Competition

3.6. The Role of Regulation

Conclusion

References

Online References

Analysis of Producitvity in Korean ICT Manufacturing Industry

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Methodology

A. Time Trend Model

B. General Index Model

2. Data

4. Empirical Results

A. Time Trend Model

B. General Index Model

C. Major Findings

Summary

References

Network Neutrality and the Efficiency of Internet Application Service Providers: A Meta-Frontier Analysis

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

3. Innovation, Spillover and Efficiency

4. Econometric Methodology

5. Data

6. Estimation

7. Results

8. Discussion and Summary

References

The Relationship between Efficiency and Ownership Structure: The Case of China’s Listed ICT Companies

Absract

1. Introduction

2. ICT Industry In China

3. Literature Review

3.1. Core Concept

3.2. Previous Research

3.3. Hypothesis

4. Methodology

4.1. Method Framework

4.2. Specification of Model of Determinants of Efficiency

4.3. Testing Model Specification and Selection

5. Data and Variables

5.1. Variable Description

A. DEA Model

B. Regression Analysis Model

5.2. Descriptive Analysis of the Data

6. Empirical Results

6.1. Empirical Results of Efficiency

6.2. Empirical Results from Regression Analysis

6.3. Analysis of the Results

A. The Effects of State-Owned Shares

B. The Effects of Private Corporate Shares

C. The Effects of Ownership Concentration

D. The Effects of Firm Size

7. Conclusion

7.1. Summary

7.2. Policy Implications

7.3. Limitations and Further Research

References

A Comparison of Efficiency of Mobile Operators in South America

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

2.1. National industry Level Studies

2.2. Firm Level Studies

3. Methodology

3.1. Research Outline

3.2. Production Frontiers and Technical Efficiency

3.3. Stochastic Frontier Production – Overview

3.4. Model Specification

4. Variables and Data

4.1. Variables Description

4.2. Descriptive Analysis of the Data

4.3. Size of the Mobile Operator in Each Country

5. Empirical Results and Analysis

5.1. Results

5.2. Analysis

6. Conclusion and Policy Implications

6.1. Conclusion

6.2. Policy Implications

6.3. Possible Directions of Future Research

References

Mobile Operators in Mena Region: Impact of Foreign Ownership and Market Share on Financial Performance and Traffic

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Mobile Telecommunications Industry

2.1. Mobile Industry: Background Globally

2.2. Mobile Industry in MENA Region: State-of-the-Art

3. Literature Review and Theory

3.1. Introduction

3.2. Foreign Ownership – Profitability Relationship

3.3. Market Share – Profitability Relationship

3.4. Hypothesis Formulations

4. Research Methodology

4.1. Introduction

4.2. Panel Data Model

4.3. Model Specifications

5. Data

5.1. Data Description

5.2. Summary Statistics

6. Empirical Results

6.1. Model 1-Total Revenue (Fixed Effect Model Is the Most Appropriate)

6.2. Model 2-Return on Sales (Fixed Effect Model Is the Most Appropriate)

6.3. Model 3 Traffic Per Year (Including Price as Independent Variable): Fixed Effect Model Is the Most Appropriate

Discussion Of Resultes

Policy Implications

Conclusions, Limitations and Further Research

References

The Impact of IT on Efficiency of Postal Services in Indonesia

Abstract

1. Introduction

Literature Review

2. Methodology

A. Data Envelopment Analysis Model

3. Characteristic of Postal Services

A. Data Description

B. Summary Statistics of the Data

3. Characteristics of Regions in Indonesia

4. Empirical Results

A. Efficiency Scores

A. Government Support and IT Affects

B. Elasticity of Technology Use

Conclusion and Policy Implication

Conclusion

Policy Implication

References

Utilization of E-Government in Delivery of Public Services in Asia

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

3. The Methodology and Data

3.1. The Principal Component Analysis

3.2. Data and Variables

4. Empirical Results

4.1. The Factors Analytical Results

A. Factor Numbers and Corresponding Eigenvalues

B. Variable Explanations and Corresponding Eigenvector

4.2. Variations in the E-Government Index

A. Variations in the Index Across Countries

B. Variations in the Indices Over Time

4.3. Link between E-Government and Economic Development

A. Model Specification

B. Estimation Results

4.4. Guidelines to a Better E-Government Index

Summary and Conclusion

References

E-Government Challenges in Cambodia

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

2.1. Definitions and Benefits of E-Government

2.2. E-Government Challenges in LDCs

3. E-Government Challenges in Cambodia

3.1. Government Administration Information System (GAIS)

3.2. The Challenges of the GAIS

3.2.1. Infrastructure Development

3.2.2. Law and ICT Policy

3.2.3. Management

3.2.4. Equity Issues

3.2.5. The Digital Divide

3.2.6. Privacy and Security

4. Policy Implications

4.1. Infrastructure Development

4.2. Law and ICT Policy

4.3. Management

4.4. Equity Issues

4.5. The Digital Divide

4.6. Privacy and Security

Conclusion

References

Review of Trade Policy and Its Effects on China’s Economic Growth

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

2.1. Theories of Trade For Economic Growth

2.2. Arguments Against Free Trade

2.3. Empirical Study

3. Trade Policy and Instrument

3.1. Trade Policy

3.2. Trade Instrument

4. Overview of Chinese Trade Policy and Performance

4.1. Evolution of China’s International Trade Policy

4.2. China Trade Performance

4.3. Trade Contribution to China’s Economic Growth

5. Policy Implication

Conclusion

References

Regulatory Policy Factors Impacts on Industrial Technology Development in Nepal

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Technology Development Sphere

3. Theoretical Model

4. Intellectual Property Rights

5. Intellectual Property Rights Protection and Technology Development

5.1 Intellectual Property Rights Regime in Nepal

5.2. Legal and Policy Structures Relating To IPRs in Nepal

5.2.1. National Instruments and Organizations

5.2.2. International Instruments

5.3. Patent, Industrial Design and Trade Marks

5.4. Punishment for Infringement of IPR Regulation

6. Foreign Direct Investment

6.1. FDI Policy in Nepal

7. Technology Transfer

8. Technology Licensing

9. The impact of IPR Protection on FDI AND Technology Transfer

10. Challenges and Opportunities

10.1. Legal Provisions and Assessment Mechanisms

10.2. Insufficient RandD Input

10.3. Challenges and Opportunities in IPR Protection

11. Policy Recommendations

Appendix

Case Studies

References

Online References

List of Contributors

Index

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