Igi Global: 2943 books
Politics and Social Activism
Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Language: English
Release Date: October 23, 2015
Conflict in the Middle East, human rights violations, and religious turmoil plague the world now more than ever before. As populations seek more and more democratic methods of governance, a trend which often results in revolution, it is important for lawmakers to look toward the future when instituting...
Citizen E-Participation in Urban Governance
Crowdsourcing and Collaborative Creativity
Language: English
Release Date: June 30, 2013
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...
Electronic Governance and Cross-Boundary Collaboration
Innovations and Advancing Tools
Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2011
Although fast growth and innovation characterize electronic governance in the Asia-Pacific region, existing research on e-governance has barely addressed the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging practices in this region. Electronic Governance and Cross-Boundary Collaboration: Innovations...
Public Sector Reform Using Information Technologies
Transforming Policy into Practice
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2011
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...
Globalization, Technology Diffusion and Gender Disparity
Social Impacts of ICTs
Language: English
Release Date: January 31, 2012
In an era characterized by data globalization, there is, paradoxically, a shortage of literature on the social impact of globalization, technology diffusion, and gender disparity. The new information and knowledge society may, in fact, aggravate the development and poverty gap instead of closing it....
Comparing High Technology Firms in Developed and Developing Countries
Cluster Growth Initiatives
Language: English
Release Date: May 31, 2012
Clusters are geographic concentrations of interconnected companies, specialized suppliers, service providers, and associated institutions in a particular field that are present in a nation or region. The development and upgrading of clusters is an important agenda for governments, companies, and other...
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Language: English
Release Date: January 5, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: January 5, 2017
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...
Computational Methods for Optimizing Manufacturing Technology
Models and Techniques
Language: English
Release Date: February 29, 2012
As manufacturing technology and its applications become more complex and beyond the scope of conventional approaches, there has been considerable interest in developing computational methods for optimizing manufacturing. Computational Methods for Optimizing Manufacturing Technology: Models and Techniques...
Cases on Business and Management in the MENA Region
New Trends and Opportunities
Language: English
Release Date: June 30, 2011
The Middle East and North Africa are often overlooked when discussing business and management, however, they continue to play an increasing role in the development of current and future trends. A closer look at these topic areas opens the door for development and innovation and resulting implications....
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Language: English
Release Date: January 10, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: January 10, 2017
In the modern globalized business world, entrepreneurial success can be more difficult to achieve. Innovativeness, effective decision-making, and a drive for success are just a few factors influencing entrepreneurial behavior. Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation in the Middle East is a comprehensive...
Web Design and Development
Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Language: English
Release Date: September 3, 2015
To ensure the efficacy of online documentation, web designers pay careful consideration to a number of factors when developing their products, including audience, visual appeal, and content. Utilizing the latest tools and techniques is imperative to developing quality and competitive web content. Web...
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Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2013
Separation distinction between the roles of the producer and consumer has become blurred with the development of new science and technologies enabling the emergence of the prosumer, or the active consumer. In the IT sector, the role of the end-user has broadened to include innovation and development...
City Competitiveness and Improving Urban Subsystems
Technologies and Applications
Language: English
Release Date: October 31, 2011
Cities are becoming the wealth producing centers of national economies. Increasing the operational efficiency of the city will bring a competitive edge to the whole system. Yet, many city subsystems cannot work together, creating significant problems and inefficiencies. City Competitiveness and Improving...
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Language: English
Release Date: January 25, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: January 25, 2017
While the population continues to grow and expand, many people are now making their homes in cities around the globe. With this increase in city living, it is becoming vital to create intelligent urban environments that efficiently support this growth, and that simultaneous provide friendly, progressive...