18 research outputs found
Creation of a Process Framework for Transitioning to a Mobile Enterprise
No full textThis chapter presents the creation of a process framework that can be used by enterprises in order to transition to mobile enterprises. This framework facilitates adoption of mobile technologies by organizations in a strategic manner. A mobile enterprise transition framework provides a process for transition that is based on the factors that influence such transition. The Mobile Enterprise Transition (MET) framework, outlined in this chapter, is based on the four dimensions of economy, technology, methodology, and sociology. These four dimensions for MET have been identified based on an understanding of people, processes, and technologies. A research project undertaken by the author validates these four dimensions. </jats:p
To Move or Not To Move: The Economics of Cloud Computing
No full textAbstract Cloud-based hosting promises cost advantages over conventional in-house (on-premise) application deployment. One important question when considering a move to the cloud is whether it makes sense for 'my' application to migrate to the cloud. This question is challenging to answer due to following reasons. Although many potential benefits of migrating to the cloud can be enumerated, some benefits may not apply to my application. Also, there can be multiple ways in which an application might make use of the facilities offered by cloud providers. Answering these questions requires an in-depth understanding of the cost implications of all the possible choices specific to 'my' circumstances. In this study We identify an initial set of key factors affecting the costs of a deployement choice. Using benchmarks representing two different applications (TPC-W and TPC-E) we investigate the evolution of costs for different deployment choices. We show that application characteristics such as workload intensity, growth rate, storage capacity and software licensing costs produce complex combined effect on overall costs. We also discuss issues regarding workload variance and horizontal partitioning
After the Y2K Fireworks: Business and Technology Strategies
No full textAfter the Y2K Fireworks focuses on the business and technical aspects of surviving the year 2000 problem - from an author conversant with both business (particularly financial) and computer professionals. More companies than not will fail to prevent the problems arising from this potential programming disaster. After the Y2K Fireworks addresses this part of the market - putting the problem in perspective and examining all the various organizational and technical issues required to rebuild
Creation of a Process Framework for Transitioning to a Mobile Enterprise
No full textThis chapter presents the creation of a process framework that can be used by enterprises in order to transition to mobile enterprises. This framework facilitates adoption of mobile technologies by organizations in a strategic manner. A mobile enterprise transition framework provides a process for transition that is based on the factors that influence such transition. The Mobile Enterprise Transition (MET) framework, outlined in this chapter, is based on the four dimensions of economy, technology, methodology, and sociology. These four dimensions for MET have been identified based on an understanding of people, processes, and technologies. A research project undertaken by the author validates these four dimensions. </jats:p
PROGRESS REPORT ON DEVELOPMENT OF &quot;INVESTIGATIONS THEORY OF PKI &quot; AND ITS APPLICATION TO AUSTRALIAN INFORMATION SYSTEMS Abstract
No full textThis paper reports on the development of a theory to investigate public key infrastructure (PKI) technology and its application to Australian information systems. Lack of fundamental theories to guide the launch of new ideas related to PKI into the practical world was identified from review of literature as one of the main reasons for disappointing results and limited use of PKI. Hence, to increase the growth of PKI, a theory called &quot;Investigations Theory of PKI (INVESTPKI) &quot; is being developed as part of PhD research by the lead author. This paper presents the progressive research in developing this INVESTPKI theory. This paper also discusses a framework for testing INVESTPKI and future research directions
Outcome-driven business architecture: synergizing strategies and intelligence with architecture
No full textThis book discusses business architecture as a basis for aligning efforts with outcomes. It views BA as complementary to enterprise architecture, where the focus of technological initiatives and inventories is to understand and improve business organization, business direction, and business decision-making. This book provides a practical, long-term view on BA. Based on the authors\u27 consulting experience and industrial research, the material in this book is a valuable addition to the thought processes around BA and EA. The lead author has direct and practical experience with large clients in applying APQC capability framework for undertaking multiple enterprise-wide capability assessments
Global Information Systems in the Publishing Domain
No full textThis chapter discusses how globalization in the publishing domain is achieved through global information and communication systems. Global information systems (GIS) enable not only integration of applications within an organization (leading to what is known as EAI), but also enable extensive connectivity between applications across varied platforms and software domains both within and outside the organization. This timely connectivity has created tremendous opportunities for the publishing industry — increasingly dependent on split-second timings to report news — to integrate its business processes as well as devise new and innovative ways of collecting, assimilating, and disbursing information. This chapter is based on the experience of the lead author in one of Australia’s largest publishing groups, John Fairfax Holdings Ltd.</jats:p
Global Information Systems in the Publishing Domain
No full textThis chapter discusses how globalization in the publishing domain is achieved through global information and communication systems. Global information systems (GIS) enable not only integration of applications within an organization (leading to what is known as EAI), but also enable extensive connectivity between applications across varied platforms and software domains both within and outside the organization. This timely connectivity has created tremendous opportunities for the publishing industry — increasingly dependent on split-second timings to report news — to integrate its business processes as well as devise new and innovative ways of collecting, assimilating, and disbursing information. This chapter is based on the experience of the lead author in one of Australia’s largest publishing groups, John Fairfax Holdings Ltd. </jats:p
Comparative Study of Four Options of ICT Systems in Management and Administration of Educational Institutions
No full textInformation and communication technologies (ICT) not only enable deployment of education in a scalable manner but are also poised to provide effective measure and control of educational institutions. There are many challenges of education deployment in India including vast numbers of students, the social issue of lack of adaptability, and quality of educational IT service providers. The challenge that stands out the most is the measure and control of governance and administration of institutions. This is particularly so because of the myriad social, educational, government and financial complexities in which these institutions operate. ICT provides an opportunity to put automation and optimization in educational processes that enable the institutions to have a certain level of agility in their business. ICT has the potential to provide effective measures in terms of teaching–learning pedagogies. In this chapter, we explore the opportunities for educational institutions in India through the use of ICT such as cloud-based deployments, Teacher–Student Collaboration, Data Analytics-based measurements, predictions and corrective actions related to schedules, administration, teaching–learning outcomes and implementation of policies and procedures. There are four groups of 252ICT-based systems identified that can be considered in school administration. We present these groups as a scholarly paper with detailed thoughts and strategies based on the hands-on experience of the lead author
Impact of Ict on Leveling the Ethnicity Divide in Order to Promote Student Engagement in the Education Sector
No full textA vital contribution of information and communication technologies (ICT) is to bridge the social divide between various categories of students, teachers, researchers, and administrators. This is because ICT provides the leveling field between individuals with diverse backgrounds. An in-depth study of the impact of ethnicity was carried out by the lead author of this chapter in the context of hospitals in the National Health Service in the United Kingdom. Valuable results were derived based on that study. This particular chapter aims to extend and apply that study in the context of education. Multiple educational processes dealing with teachers and students are identified as challenging as these processes can potentially be impacted by ethnicity, gender, affluence, and regional biases of teachers and students. Defining these potential biases and how they are likely to be overcome with ICT-based education is the core premise of this chapter. We also outline the approach to developing educational systems and processes that alleviate the impact of ethnic bias on education
