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- Islam, M. Sirajul, 1974-, et al.
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Agriculture market information E-service in Bangladesh : a stakeholder-oriented case analysis
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In: Electronic government. - Berlin : Springer. - 9783540744436 ; , s. 167-178
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper assesses an e-government project in Bangladesh using design-reality gap analysis and stakeholder theory. The project under study is anAgricultural Market Information System intended to provide timely and accuratemarket information to farmers, wholesalers, and retailers, for the purpose ofmaking actors more informed and markets more effective. The research questionsare; why did the system fail, and what, if anything, can be done toimprove it. The analysis shows deficiencies in both adaptation to stakeholderpreferences, needs and capabilities, as well as in project resources such as staffsupply and qualifications. Yet the project has been technically up-to-date andhas over time exhibited some learning as failures have resulted in adaptation tonew findings. This research suggests use of mobile technologies in combinationwith call centres and locally available human resources as the most importantfactors for success.
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- Islam, M. Sirajul, 1974-, et al.
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Sustainable Rural IS Implementation Process for Developing Countries : Agriculture Market Information Services (AMIS) in Bangladesh
- 2008
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In: Proceedings of The 1st International Conference on M4D Mobile Communication Technology for Development (M4D 2008, General Tracks). - Karlstad : Karlstad University. - 9789170632211 ; , s. 127-137
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The implementation of rural Information Services (IS) faces anumber of challenges in most developing countries. These challenges includeaccess and ownership of technology, imbalance in availability of resources,and technological skills. Via an analysis of the literature, this study tries toinvestigate the digital divide found between poor and rich people, the status ofinformation and communication technology (ICT) as well as marketinformation services in Bangladesh, as one of developing countries and fromwhich many lessons can be learned. Empirical investigation also uncovers theassociation between the adoption of technology and satisfaction, technologypreferences regarding supply and demand and the barriers to accessingtechnology. Based on the findings, a conceptual integrative framework forimplementing a rural IS in developing countries is proposed.
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- Islam, M. Sirajul, 1974-
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Towards a sustainable e-Participation implementation model
- 2008
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In: European Journal of ePractice. - Barcelona, Spain : P A U Education. - 1988-625X. ; 5:10
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper proposes a framework for an effective e-Participation model that can be suitable under certain socio-economic settings and applicable to any country. Most of such previous initiatives were experimental in nature and lacked in both public awareness and clearlydefined expected outcomes. A great majority of the existing frameworks are inadequate to address their universal applicability incountries with certain socio-economic and technological settings. Though there is so far no “one size fits all” strategy in implementing eGovernment, there are some essential common elements in the transformation. Therefore, this paper attempts to develop a singular sustainable model based on some theories and the lessons learned from existing e-Participation initiatives of developing and developed countries, so that the benefits of ICT can be maximized and greater participation been sured. The model is initially presumed to be sustainable since it is designed to fit under any socio-economic conditions of a country and can be initiated both by public (state) and private agencies. The study also reviews current research on e-Participation and assesses existing endeavours and challenges for the countries.
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