Market imperfections, access to information and technology adoption in Uganda: challenges of overcoming multiple constraints

2015 ◽  
Vol 46 (4) ◽  
pp. 475-488 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bekele Shiferaw ◽  
Tewodros Kebede ◽  
Menale Kassie ◽  
Monica Fisher
Keyword(s):  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Market Imperfections ◽  
Multiple Constraints ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Information And Technology

scholarly journals MASA DEPAN PENGEMBANGAN USAHA KECIL DAN MENENGAH (UKM): PERSPEKTIF JARINGAN PERUSAHAAN DAN KEBIJAKAN

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 194-211
Author(s):  
Mumuh Muksin
Keyword(s):  
Public Assistance ◽  
Cooperative Networks ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Information And Technology

We review policies that support SMEs in various fields. Our review shows that opinions suggesting that subsidizing SME activities (different from some company activities regardless of size) is not economically justified. Nonetheless, it is widely recognized that SMEs suffer relative losses to large companies, especially in the area of ​​access to information and technology. We then study the possibilities offered by the network in helping SMEs deal with the losses they experience. Our research shows that there are benefits to companies from participating in networks. Furthermore, because networks can help companies overcome some of their innate losses, they can become independent of public assistance and be better able to compete with larger companies once initial impetus is given for the establishment of cooperative networks that can enable companies to compete more effectively.

Organizational adoption of digital information and technology: a theoretical review

2017 ◽  
Vol 30 (01) ◽  
pp. 33-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sebastian Molinillo ◽  
Arnold Japutra
Keyword(s):  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Diffusion Of Innovation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Adoption Process ◽  
Digital Information ◽  
Diffusion Of Innovation Theory ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Information And Technology

Purpose This paper aims to review previous studies on how organizations, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), adopt digital information and technology, especially on the drivers and the outcomes of the adoption itself. Design/methodology/approach The present study follows a literature review design. Previous studies that examine SMEs’ digital information and technology adoption are taken into account in building the conclusion. Findings The review reveals that digital information and technology that is used for marketing-related position allows SMEs to be more competitive. In general, there are three main theories that have been used to understand the adoption process (i.e. diffusion of innovation theory, technology-organization-environment framework and institutional theory). These theories should be used in conjunction with each other to better explain the adoption process. Additionally, there are three characteristics (i.e. innovation, firm and environmental) that are related to the risks and barriers of the adoption process. Originality/value This theoretical review is among the few that put forward the findings reported in research articles on the digital information and technology adoption process within SMEs. Moreover, this paper summarizes the issues (i.e. drivers, outcomes, risks and barriers) related to the adoption process.

Measuring Access to Information and Technology: Environmental Factors Affecting Persons With Neurologic Disorders

2016 ◽  
Vol 97 (8) ◽  
pp. 1284-1294 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth A. Hahn ◽  
Sofia F. Garcia ◽  
Jin-Shei Lai ◽  
Ana Miskovic ◽  
Sara Jerousek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Neurologic Disorders ◽  
Information And Technology

Searching Online for Methods of Suicide

Crisis ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Christian Ulrich Eriksen ◽  
Flemming Konradsen ◽  
Thilde Vildekilde
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
English Language ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Online Content ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Search Terms ◽  
Methods Of Suicide

Abstract. Background: Information on methods of suicide is available online, and access to information on methods of suicide appears to contribute to a small but significant proportion of suicides. There is limited documentation of how methods of suicide are being profiled, as well as what content exists in other languages than English. Aim: We aimed to analyze and compare how methods of suicide are profiled on Danish and English-language websites. Method: We applied a categorization and content analysis of websites describing methods of suicide. Sites were retrieved by applying widely used Danish and English-language search terms. Results: A total of 136 English-language websites and 106 Danish-language websites were included for analysis. Websites were more often categorized as prevention or support sites, academic or policy sites, and against suicide sites than dedicated suicide sites (i.e., pro-suicide sites), or information sites. However, information on methods of suicide was available, and 20.1% and 8.9% of the English and Danish-language sites, respectively, suggested that a particular method of suicide was quick, easy, painless, or certain to result in death. Limitations: Only one author coded and analyzed all websites. A further operationalization of the content analysis checklist is warranted to increase reliability. Conclusion: The websites primarily had a prevention or anti-suicide focus, but information on methods of suicide was available, requiring an increased focus on how to diminish the negative effects of harmful online content.

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