Information and Communication Technologies in the Context of Globalization: Evidence from Developing Countries

Lal, K.

This book focuses on the adoption of new technologies led by information and communication technologies by SMEs in developing countries. It identifies several factors that augment competitiveness of firms in the era of globalization. Contrary to the general belief these factors are not uniform across developing world. Based on the empirical evidence from firms located in Malaysia, India, Nigeria, Jamaica, and Costa Rica, the study concludes that firms cannot remain competitive without institutional support. Since firms operate in different institutional and economic environment, form of support varies from one country to another.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2007-11-13

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349359813

DOI: 10.1057/9780230597877

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 227