E-Governance and Social Inclusion: Concepts and Cases

by Baum, Scott

Author	: Baum, Scott
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 378
Release	: 2014-05-31
Genre	: Political Science
ISBN	: 1466661070

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The application of e-government technologies has led to increased public participation and social inclusion, while allowing for greater government transparency. These technologies provide accessibility to online content and services while offering the public an active voice in governmental issues. E-Governance and Social Inclusion: Concepts and Cases presents current and emerging research about the implementation of technology in government and its broad social implications. This handbook aims to be a comprehensive reference publication for academicians, researchers, practitioners, students, and managers with an interest in e-government content and the ability for the public to access and utilize this technology.

e-Government in Asia:Origins, Politics, Impacts, Geographies

by Barney Warf

Author	: Barney Warf
Publisher	: Chandos Publishing
Total Pages	: 182
Release	: 2016-11-22
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0081008996

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E-Government in Asia offers a thorough examination of e-governance in Asia, including the uses of the Internet to mediate interactions between Asian governments and their citizens. The book examines how the Internet is reshaping these interactions in the region and summarizes the nature of e-government, the growth of the Internet in Asia, issues of the digital divide, and how the Internet is affecting the ways in which public services are provided, how Asians acquire information, and other issues. Offers essential reading for many social science courses on Asia, including geography, political science, public administration, as well as courses on the social impacts of technology, notably the Internet Examines issues of e-governance, which loom large in significant Asian economies, including China Examines how e-governance in Asia is shaped by regional geographies Explores how the Internet is affecting the ways in which public services are provided and how Asians acquire information

Handbook of Emerging 21st-Century Cities

by Kris Bezdecny

Author	: Kris Bezdecny
Publisher	: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages	: 462
Release	: 2018-11-30
Genre	: Political Science
ISBN	: 1784712280

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The majority of the world's population now live in cities, nearly a quarter of which boast populations of one million or more. The rise of globalisation has granted cities unprecedented significance, both politically and economically, leading to benefits and problems at national and international levels. The Handbook of Emerging 21st-Century Cities explores the changes that are occurring in cities, and the impacts that they are having, at the local, national and global scale.

Wealth Creation and Poverty Reduction: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice

by Management Association, Information Resources

Author	: Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 991
Release	: 2019-12-06
Genre	: Social Science
ISBN	: 1799812081

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One of the major tools of attaining proper development all around the world is creating wealth and economic inclusion, such that all classes of people can secure their lifestyles through access to financial services from formal sectors. Expanding access to resources and increasing self-employment opportunities help reduce poverty and improve social development. Wealth Creation and Poverty Reduction: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice examines trends, challenges, issues, and strategies related to the creation of livelihood options through the redistribution of resources, foreign aid, private sector activities, and other methods. Highlighting a range of topics such as microfinance, poverty alleviation, and socio-economic development, this publication is an ideal reference source for government officials, policymakers, executives, economists, analysts, researchers, academicians, professionals, and students interested in wealth creation in areas of extreme poverty.

Digital Public Administration and E-Government in Developing Nations: Policy and Practice

by Halpin, Edward Francis

Author	: Halpin, Edward Francis
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 480
Release	: 2013-03-31
Genre	: Political Science
ISBN	: 1466636920

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In recent years, it has become apparent that there are very distinct gaps between developed and developing regions in the world, especially in regards to e-government systems, infrastructures, and processes. Digital Public Administration and E-Government in Developing Nations: Policy and Practice examines e-government from the perspective of developing nations and addresses issues and concerns of developing systems and processes. This publication is a valuable and insightful tool for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students in different fields who are interested in information systems, public policies, politics, and media and communication studies.

Emerging Issues and Prospects in African E-Government

by Sodhi, Inderjeet Singh

Author	: Sodhi, Inderjeet Singh
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 353
Release	: 2014-07-31
Genre	: Political Science
ISBN	: 1466662972

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Efforts have been made toward the application of electronic government in the developing world, yet questions of how to best implement governance systems and address concerns from officials and citizens alike remain to be answered. Emerging Issues and Prospects in African E-Government explores relevant practices, trends, and potential challenges facing fledgling governments in the digital era. This book focuses on the establishment and maintenance of e-government in various African countries, providing critical insights for government bodies, policymakers, administrators, and public sector researchers working in local, state, and national governments around the world.

Handbook of Research on Democratic Strategies and Citizen-Centered E-Government Services

by Doli?anin, ?emal

Author	: Doli?anin, ?emal
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 489
Release	: 2014-11-30
Genre	: Law
ISBN	: 1466672676

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Over the past few years, e-government has been rapidly changing the way governmental services are provided to citizens and businesses. These services improve business and government exchange capability, provide a new way to discover and share information, and play a part in the evolution of future technologies. The Handbook of Research on Democratic Strategies and Citizen-Centered E-Government Services seeks to address which services in e-government should be provided to users and how. This premier reference work gives an overview of the latest achievements in the field of e-government services, provides in-depth analysis of and research on the development and deployment of cutting-edge applications, and provides insight into future trends for researchers, teachers, students, government workers, and IT professionals.

Handbook of Urban Geography

by Tim Schwanen

Author	: Tim Schwanen
Publisher	: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages	: 505
Release	: 2019
Genre	: Urban geography
ISBN	: 178536460X

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This collection brings together the latest thinking in urban geography. It provides a comprehensive overview of topical issues and draws on experiences from across the world. Chapters have been prepared by leading researchers in the field and cover themes as diverse as urban economies, inequalities and diversity, conflicts and politics, ecology and sustainability, and information technologies. The Handbook offers a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in cities and the urban in geography and across the wider social sciences.

Emerging Mobile and Web 2.0 Technologies for Connected E-Government

by Mahmood, Zaigham

Author	: Mahmood, Zaigham
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 356
Release	: 2014-05-31
Genre	: Political Science
ISBN	: 146666083X

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E-Government describes the utilization of technologies to improve the lives of citizens and business organizations while facilitating the operation of the government. With the rise of new technologies, governments need to consider implementing Web 2.0 and mobile technologies as a way to offer relevant e-services to citizens so that they may fully participate in governmental affairs. Emerging Mobile and Web 2.0 Technologies for Connected E-Government highlights the latest technologies and how they can be implemented by the government and effectively used by citizens. This book aims to be an inclusive reference source for researchers, practitioners, students, and managers interested in the application of recent technological innovations to develop a more effective e-government system.