Multimedia and Interactive Digital TV
Multimedia and Interactive Digital TV

Author: Margherita Pagani

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 1931777381

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"Addressing the issues that managers in the multimedia industry have confronted while developing and implementing this innovative technology, this book focuses on the latest research and findings in digital television technologies. Covered are the major issues surrounding digital convergence including the digital metamarket and new digital media devices and their potential for IT convergence at the macro level. Also addressed are multimedia and interactive digital television and the economic implications of these technologies. Additionally, the managerial implications of interactive digital television are covered, including branding strategies for digital television channels and the critical role of content media management."

Business Strategies for Information Technology Management
Business Strategies for Information Technology Management

Author: Kalle Kangas

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 9781931777452

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"This business guide presents theoretical and empirical research on the business value of information technology (IT) and introduces strategic opportunities for using IT management to increase organizational performance. Implementation management is addressed with attention to customer relationship outsourcing, decision support systems, and information systems strategic planning. Domestic, international, and multinational business contexts are covered."

Multimedia and Interactive Digital TV: Managing the Opportunities Created by Digital Convergence
Multimedia and Interactive Digital TV: Managing the Opportunities Created by Digital Convergence

Author: Pagani, Margherita

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2000-01-01

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 1931777543

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"Addressing the issues that managers in the multimedia industry have confronted while developing and implementing this innovative technology, this book focuses on the latest research and findings in digital television technologies. Covered are the major issues surrounding digital convergence including the digital metamarket and new digital media devices and their potential for IT convergence at the macro level. Also addressed are multimedia and interactive digital television and the economic implications of these technologies. Additionally, the managerial implications of interactive digital television are covered, including branding strategies for digital television channels and the critical role of content media management."

The Design and Management of Effective Distance Learning Programs
The Design and Management of Effective Distance Learning Programs

Author: Richard Discenza

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 318

ISBN-13: 9781931777803

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"Geared for administrators and academicians trying to develop or improve distance education programs, this text addresses the specific challenges of the virtual learning environment, such as managing the costs incurred for remote space and equipment, adjusting traditional evaluation methods, and maintaining academic integrity. The most recent research on faculty perceptions, social needs of students, library services, online programs, and video instruction is provided."

Information Management
Information Management

Author: George Ditsa

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9781931777414

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"Geared for managers and business practitioners operating in a web-centric environment, this text presents the most current research on information management in conjunction with support systems and multimedia technology. The useful models of decision making provided incorporate cooperative information processing, knowledge-based personalizations, and intelligent transportation systems. Electronic journalism, distance learning, and activity theory are also covered."

Mobile Government: An Emerging Direction in e-Government
Mobile Government: An Emerging Direction in e-Government

Author: Kushchu, Ibrahim

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2007-04-30

Total Pages: 429

ISBN-13: 1591408865

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"This book provides selected examples of current developments from various countries in terms of technology, applications and services, and various real world m-government examples, their evaluations, challenges and opportunities. It contains introductory knowledge on m-Government, and then moves on to a deeper examination of various applications, that are significant in terms of current and future developments in m-Government"--Provided by publisher.

Managing Globally with Information Technology
Managing Globally with Information Technology

Author: Sherif Kamel

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9781931777421

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"As the world economy becomes more interdependent and competition more global, the information technology management challenges of enabling the global marketplace must be met with innovative solutions. Covering both technological barriers and managerial challenges, this discussion includes international issues such as managerial experiences in Brazilian hotels, competition in the Asian automotive industry, e-business in Thailand, and job security in Egypt. A business-model handbook for the challenges faced by developing nations is also provided."

Managing the Human Side of Information Technology
Managing the Human Side of Information Technology

Author: Edward Szewczak

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 9781931777742

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"Strategies for effectively managing how information technology impacts human and organizational behavior are discussed in this business guide. Covering both the ôsoftö and ôhardö dimensions of organizational development, information is provided on e-communication, virtual teams, and action learning. A framework for increasing crosscultural efficiency and the global economy engagement is provided."

Practicing Software Engineering in the 21st Century
Practicing Software Engineering in the 21st Century

Author: Joan Peckham

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 325

ISBN-13: 1931777667

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"This technological manual explores how software engineering principles can be used in tandem with software development tools to produce economical and reliable software that is faster and more accurate. Tools and techniques provided include the Unified Process for GIS application development, service-based approaches to business and information technology alignment, and an integrated model of application and software security. Current methods and future possibilities for software design are covered."

Web-Based Education
Web-Based Education

Author: Anil Aggarwal

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 492

ISBN-13: 9781931777872

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"A range of investigative, problem-solving articles pertaining to current developments in educational systems, this collection draws from faculty experiences gained while implementing and utilizing a combination of telecommunications and web-enabled technologies. Addressing trends and issues, and exploring the opportunities and problems confronting colleges and universities related to this relatively new practice, the articles present numerous academic perspectives and provide concepts for effectively utilizing and managing web-based education in a teaching environment. Proving recognizable competition to traditional university education, many public and private colleges and universities are facing the challenges and opportunities offered by this new technology-based concept. Discussing the successes and failures of the early adopters and including issues relating to peer-to-peer networks, e-course management, and MIS needs, this book attempts to move from questions concerning ""what"" to issues relating to ""how."""