Global Information Society: Operating Information Systems in a Dynamic Global Business Environment

Yi-Chen Lan (University of Western Sydney, Australia)

Publication Status: E-Book and Print Version Available for Purchase

ISBN13: 9781591403067

EISBN13: 9781591403081

DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59140-306-7

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Global Information Society: Operating Information Systems in a Dynamic Global Business Environment addresses the importance of information technology management and issues in operating information systems in the global dynamic business environment. It embraces discussions of the global information technology theory, frameworks and IT architecture, discovery of global knowledge management, improvement of the global information systems development methodologies, and applications of the latest technologies such as mobile technology and Web services in global information systems development and operations.

Global Information Society: Operating Information Systems in a Dynamic Global Business Environment is a collection of new ideas, latest technology applications and experiences in global information systems development and operations. It contributes significantly to the academic, research and corporate business communities.

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This book is well structured and has a specific focus on global information systems. The selection of chapters is well planned and the sequence is logical and gives a gentle flow to the book. This book will be essential reading for researchers and practitioners, as well as post graduate students who are wishing to develop insights into any global information systems development and management.

– Khaled Khan, University of Western Sydney, Australia

Dr. Yi-chen Lan is a senior lecturer in the School of Computing and Information Technology at the University of Western Sydney in Australia. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce – Computing and Information Systems (Honours) degree and a Ph.D. in the area of global transitions. Dr. Lan teaches information systems and management courses in both undergraduate and graduate levels. Prior to his current academic work, Dr. Lan worked in industry for five years, wherein he held senior management responsibilities in the areas of information systems and quality assurance programs in a multinational organization. His main areas of research include global transition process, global information systems management issues, globalization framework development, integrated supply chain development, and health related information systems development and management. Dr. Lan is a member of the Australian Computer Society (MACS).

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