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Information is considered both an essential element of organizational design and an asset to be processed and managed. Further research on and application of topics relating to the architecture, management, and use of information is imperative to organizational success. The Handbook of Research on...

Emerging developments in cloud computing have created novel opportunities and applications for businesses. These innovations not only have organizational benefits, but can be advantageous for green enterprises as well. Cloud Computing Technologies for Green Enterprises is a pivotal reference source for...

States and markets are integrated segments of government that rely on one another for efficient operation. Research on the workings and happenings among these two entities is essential to ensure optimal functioning of public management and the political economy. Positioning Markets and Governments...

Organizations, governments, and corporations are all concerned with distributing their goods and services to those who need them most, consequently benefiting in the process. Only by carefully considering the interrelated nature of social systems can organizations achieve the success they strive for....

Relief supply chains are the most agile and dynamic supply chains, yet research in this area of supply chain management (SCM) is limited. Relief Supply Chain Management for Disasters: Humanitarian, Aid and Emergency Logistics furthers the scholarly understanding of SCM in disaster relief. Recent natural...

The coming of age of the personal computer and World Wide Web has made it possible to reach a much wider portion of populations. Technological determinists as well as social activists saw the potential of deploying networked computers to the general citizenry, and internet cafés and telecentres were...

Many hundreds of millions of dollars have been wasted by well meaning philanthropists, aid agencies and governments in projects to deploy ICT solutions in developing contexts. The very long list of public Internet access facilities (telecenters, internet cafés, multi-purpose community centers) that...

The relationship between citizens and city governments is gradually transforming due to the utilization of advanced information and communication technologies in order to inform, consult, and engage citizens. Citizen E-Participation in Urban Governance: Crowdsourcing and Collaborative Creativity explores...

As governments across the world increasingly adopt information and communication technology to improve their efficiency and effectiveness, they are gradually providing opportunities for citizen participation and engagement online. The use of Internet technologies raises the possibility for large-scale...

Successful delivery of public policy is increasingly dependent upon the effectiveness of information technology and systems. However, reformers must navigate the complex interactions between IT limitations, policy minefields, and complicated organizational networks which make change difficult. Public...

The 2008 global financial crisis has illustrated the need for tighter regulations and management of banking institutions, approaching banking and money lending in a more intelligent, directed fashion. Emerging Trends in Smart Banking: Risk Management Under Basel II and III discusses some of the latest...

The emergence of small businesses within a community or country helps to establish that region’s role in the global economy. As economic achievement is vital to the overall development of a region, a framework for entrepreneurship success and innovation is necessary to keep up with the competitive...

The analysis and implementation of effective human resources strategies creates opportunities for organizational success. By utilizing such intangible assets, businesses can gain competitive advantage and enhance productivity. Strategic Human Capital Development and Management in Emerging Economies is...

Management technique and operation strategies vary depending on the particular industry. This allows businesses in that industry to thrive and increase competitive advantage. Fashion and Textiles: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice is a critical source of academic knowledge on the latest business...