Conceptualizing Smart Government: Interrelations and Reciprocities with Smart City

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
LEONIDAS ANTHOPOULOS ◽  
Kleanthis Sirakoulis ◽  
Christopher Reddick
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Public Administration ◽  
Delphi Study ◽  
Smart City ◽  
Emerging Technologies ◽  
The Other ◽  
Multi Method Approach ◽  
Method Approach ◽  
Smart Government

Smart government (SG) is an emerging topic, which increasingly attracts attention from scholars who work in public administration, political and information sciences. Smart city (SC) on the other hand, is an emerging and multidisciplinary domain of study. SC It is not clear whether the two terms SG and SC co-exist or concern different domains that interrelate and interact. The aim of this paper is to investigate the term SG; to conceptualize it with components; to define the importance of these components to the SG with their relative strengths; and to clarify its relationship with the SC term. In this respect, this paper follows a multi-method approach (literature review and a Delphi study), with which and the authors proposed a definition to the SG that overcomes them and while a model with 3 rings, 3 dimensions and 13 components to conceptualize it. The Delphi study showed that all the SG conceptual entities are useful, and highlighted that Citizens Engagement, Economic Growth and Accountability are more important compared to the others, but it is hard to decide about the less important component. Third, the ICT Innovation entity appears to be the most important compared to emerging technologies and data.

scholarly journals The vertical suburbs of Sheppard: can mixed-use communities thrive along the Sheppard subway corridor?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrew Fayn
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Smart Growth ◽  
Mixed Use ◽  
Multi Method Approach ◽  
Method Approach ◽  
Silver Bullet

Properly planned mixed-use developments are recognized as an excellent way to achieve smart growth objectives such as intensification, along with creating attractive and vibrant communities by providing various uses within one development. It is important to understand that although their underlying concepts entail high levels of urban livability, many barriers exist that make it difficult to develop mixed-use development. This paper uses the case study of the Sheppard subway corridor in Toronto, Ontario to understand why large scale mixed-use developments have not yet emerged in an area that seems appropriate for this development type. The paper uses a multi-method approach including a literature review and interviews to understand the barriers that exist within the designated study area. What emerges is that there is no one silver bullet to achieving large scale mixed-use developments. The paper concludes with a series of recommendations that may assist in producing a healthier environment for mixed-use developments to succeed.

scholarly journals Megatrends and Disruptors and Their Postulated Impact on Organizations

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (20) ◽  
pp. 8740
Author(s):  
Julie Linthorst ◽  
André de Waal
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
The Other ◽  
Decent Work ◽  
Academic Literature ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
The One

The coming decades are expected to be extremely challenging for organizations. On the one hand, there are the United Nations Sustainable Development goals to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone. On the other hand, organizations are expected to have to deal with an increasing number of megatrends and disruptors, many of which are already having an impact. To help organizations in their priority setting and decision-making so they can contribute to the development goals (specifically Goal 8: decent work and economic growth), a descriptive literature review was undertaken to identify which megatrends and disruptors will impact the future of organizations and in what ways they are expected do this. From the literature, thirteen megatrends and one disruptor emerged, and for each of these their postulated impact and consequences for organizations as described in the literature were gathered. The study reveals that there is ample attention given to megatrends in the academic literature but that not much can be found about dealing with disruptors. As a consequence, academic literature currently falls short in suggesting ways in which organizations can deal with disruptors. Managerial literature offers more suggestions in this respect.

New Emerging Technologies and ICT and Their Impact on Women Entrepreneurs' Success

2019 ◽  
pp. 144-166
Author(s):  
Florica Tomos ◽  
Saraswathy Thurairaj
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Essential Role ◽  
Emerging Technologies ◽  
Mixed Methodology ◽  
Methods Of Learning ◽  
The Impact

Women entrepreneurs have an essential role for the economic growth of a country. Furthermore, ICTs and new emerging technologies facilitate the increase in number of women entrepreneurs who access education, training, and start their businesses from home. The purpose of this chapter is to investigate the impact of new emerging technologies and ICTs on women entrepreneurs' success through an empirical study conducted in SE Wales and by means of the literature review in Malaysia. Furthermore, the chapter attempts to find out women entrepreneurs' styles and methods of learning with new emerging technologies and ICTs in the SE Wales and Malaysia. The research methodology used in this study is mixed methodology.

Stakeholder Strategy to Lessen Agriculture Distress

2020 ◽  
pp. 44-65
Author(s):  
Mukund Deshpande ◽  
Neeta Baporikar
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Government Support ◽  
The Other ◽  
Mixed Method Approach ◽  
The Past ◽  
Farmer Suicides ◽  
Stable Solutions ◽  
Method Approach

Agriculture distress is a reality. Hence, the phenomenon of farmer suicides continues. This is, in spite of government support through financial aids. On the other hand, climatic conditions have undergone huge change and enhanced natural calamities like drought or floods. Thus, farmers' life is at stake and these natural calamities make it further difficult to repay the debts they avail for cultivating farming. Statistics reflect an increase in farmers suicide in the past two years. This is a cause of worry and may further increase if proper, and effective solutions are not in place. The issue is serious. Hence, there is a dire need to look into and act on priority to find stable solutions. Instead of granting repetitive financial packages, the need is to adopt suitable schemes. Hence, adopting a mixed-method approach with an in-depth literature review, the chapter aims to propose a stakeholder strategy to lessen agriculture distress. This is not mandatory, but adoption is likely to benefit a large number of poor farmers.

scholarly journals The vertical suburbs of Sheppard: can mixed-use communities thrive along the Sheppard subway corridor?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrew Fayn
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Smart Growth ◽  
Mixed Use ◽  
Multi Method Approach ◽  
Method Approach ◽  
Silver Bullet

Properly planned mixed-use developments are recognized as an excellent way to achieve smart growth objectives such as intensification, along with creating attractive and vibrant communities by providing various uses within one development. It is important to understand that although their underlying concepts entail high levels of urban livability, many barriers exist that make it difficult to develop mixed-use development. This paper uses the case study of the Sheppard subway corridor in Toronto, Ontario to understand why large scale mixed-use developments have not yet emerged in an area that seems appropriate for this development type. The paper uses a multi-method approach including a literature review and interviews to understand the barriers that exist within the designated study area. What emerges is that there is no one silver bullet to achieving large scale mixed-use developments. The paper concludes with a series of recommendations that may assist in producing a healthier environment for mixed-use developments to succeed.

PP04 Co-Constructing Recommendations With Patients And Health Professionals

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (S1) ◽  
pp. 67-67
Author(s):  
Laurie Lambert ◽  
Lucy Boothroyd ◽  
Leila Azzi ◽  
Caroline Collette ◽  
Philippe Brouillard ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Shared Decision Making ◽  
Real World ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Field Evaluation ◽  
Shared Decision ◽  
Multi Method Approach ◽  
Method Approach

Introduction:Decision-making about replacement or modification of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) must be patient-centered and clinically appropriate. We engaged both patients and health care professionals in a multi-method approach in order to recommend structures and processes that facilitate informed and shared decision-making.Methods:A systematic literature review (2000 to 2017) was performed focusing on the patient's perspective and the optimal organization of structures and processes for decision-making. A province-wide field evaluation based on medical chart review was carried out to provide ‘real world’ evidence in Québec's six ICD implanting centers (1 July to 31 December, 2016; N = 418). Patients and health care professionals reviewed the findings of the review and field evaluation, and deliberated recommendations in an anonymous manner by electronic mail. A joint meeting focused on proposed recommendations concerning shared decision-making.Results:The patients provided feedback on the literature review based on their ICD experience, and highlighted the need for better and more interactive decision aids, clinical information and time, and a private space for sensitive discussions. The field evaluation underlined the variability of treatment choices at the time of replacement and that more than one in ten patients had undergone ICD deactivation. Proposed recommendations focus on multi-disciplinary, integrated follow-up of patients and outline best practice for incorporating patient wishes and life objectives when discussing treatment options. The multi-round consultation process allowed both patients and professionals to co-construct recommendations with our evaluation team.Conclusions:This multi-method approach enriched our interpretation of literature and ‘real world’ data and facilitated identification and prioritization of important themes. Partnership with both patients and clinicians added a new and energizing dynamic to our evaluation and recommendation processes. We acknowledge the contribution of the members of the patient committee and the clinical experts committee.

Policy analysis and bureaucratic capacity in the federal government

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jesus F. Hernández-Galicia ◽  
David Arellano-Gault
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Policy Analysis ◽  
Public Administration ◽  
Federal Government ◽  
The Other ◽  
Federal Level ◽  
Public Policy Analysis ◽  
Network Manager ◽  
Current Characteristics

The purpose of this chapter is to understand and study the emerging bureaucratic skills being developed at the federal level to undertake policy analysis in Mexico. To this end, first, a literature review was undertaken to identify some of the key capacities and skills required for a bureaucracy to be regarded as competent in public policy analysis. Second, two surveys were conducted, one administered to all middle and senior public administration management, and the other focusing on units specializing in public policy analysis. The current characteristics of Mexican federal bureaucracy were identified, together with the challenges faced by bureaucrats in translating the results of policy analysis into actions and programs that can be implemented. Finally, a series of activities and skills informally performed by certain civil servants (articulators/translators called fixer, network manager and policy manager) of the enormous bureaucratic apparatus is discussed.

High Heels sebagai Agensi bagi Tubuh Wanita

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 196
Author(s):  
Sunandar Macpal ◽  
Fathianabilla Azhar
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
The Body ◽  
The Other ◽  
Body Image Disturbance ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
High Heels ◽  
Experience Pain ◽  
Woman's Body

The aims of this paper is to explain the use of high heels as an agency for a woman's body. Agency context refers to pain in the body but pain is perceived as something positive. In this paper, the method used is a literature review by reviewing writings related to the use of high heels. The findings in this paper that women experience body image disturbance or anxiety because they feel themselves are not beautiful or not attractive. The use of high heels, makes women more attractive and more confident, on the other hand the use of high heels actually makes women feel pain and discomfort. However, for the achievement of beauty standards, women voluntarily allow their bodies to experience pain. However, the agency's willingness to beauty standards here is meaningless without filtering and directly accepted. Instead women keep negotiating with themselves so as to make a decision why use high heels.

The Principles of Zakat and Tax Upon the Time of Rasulullah SAW.

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 90
Author(s):  
Dian Septiandani ◽  
Abd. Shomad
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Economic Thought ◽  
The State ◽  
The Other ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
Islamic Economic ◽  
General Expense

Zakat is one of principal worship requiring every individual (<em>mukallaf</em>) with considerable property to spend some of the wealth for zakat under several conditions applied within. On the other hand, tax is an obligation assigned to taxpayers and should be deposited into the state based on policies applied, with no direct return as reward, for financing the national general expense. In their development, both zakat and tax had quite attention from Islamic economic thought. Nevertheless, we, at first, wanted to identify the principles of zakat and tax at the time of Rasulullah SAW. Therefore, this study referred to normative research. The primary data was collected through library/document research and the secondary one was collected through literature review by inventorying and collecting textbooks and other documents related to the studied issue.

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