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Impact of e-Commerce on Consumers and Small Firms
by Salvatore ZappalaThe change from old to new technologies has fundamentally changed the relationship between the consumer and the firm. This book is at the frontier of behavioural research into how these new commercial realities are borne out in practice, examining the adoption of e-commerce by small firms and the transactional phenomenon that entails access to the Internet. In analyzing the process of e-commerce adoption and why e-commerce actors behave as they do, its coverage includes the adoption of information and communication technologies (ICT) by small firms; the use of ICT applications to support marketing and sales transactions; and the factors that influence consumers' online purchasing decisions.
Impact of Healthcare Informatics on Quality of Patient Care and Health Services
by Divya Srinivasan SridharRecent healthcare reform and its provisions have pushed health information technology (HIT) into the forefront. Higher life expectancies, fewer medical errors, lower costs, and improved transparency are all possible through HIT.Taking an integrated approach, Impact of Healthcare Informatics on Quality of Patient Care and Health Services examines th
The Impact of ICT on Work
by Jungwoo LeeThis edited volume presents current perspectives on the innovative use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) as an integral part of the changing nature of work. The individual chapters address a number of key concepts such as telecommuting, alternative work arrangements, job crafting, gamification and new work skills, supplemented by a range of examples and supporting case studies. The Impact of ICT on Work offers a valuable resource for business practitioners and academics in the areas of information systems, as well as for human resources managers. The book will also be useful in advanced graduate classes dealing with the social and business impacts of information and communication technologies.
The Impact of Information on Modern Humans (Advances In Intelligent Systems And Computing #622)
by Elena G. PopkovaThis book features contributions from various spheres of socio-humanitarian sciences presented at the scientific and practical conference on “Humans as an Object of Study by Modern Science,” which took place in Nizhny Novgorod (Russian Federation) on November 23–24, 2017. The conference was organized by Kozma Minin Nizhny Novgorod State Pedagogical University and the non-profit organization “Institute of Scientific Communications.” Presenting the results of multidisciplinary studies as well as new approaches, the target audience of the book includes postgraduates, lecturers at higher educational establishments, and researchers studying socio-humanitarian sciences. The complex study of humans by representatives of various socio-humanitarian sciences (philosophy, pedagogics, jurisprudence, social sciences, and economics) allows a comprehensive concept of the field to be developed. Selecting humans as an object of research opens wide possibilities for studying various issues related to their activities, while considering humans within multiple sciences means that the methods of induction and deduction can be combined to achieve precise results. This book includes the results of leading scientific studies on the following key issues: establishment of an information economy under the influence of scientific and technical progress: new challenges and opportunities; information and communication technologies as a new vector of development of the modern world economy; specifics and experience of using new information and communication technologies in developed and developing countries; problems of implementing new information and communication technologies in the modern economy; and priorities of using new information and communication technologies in the modern economy.
Impact of Information Society Research in the Global South
by Arul Chib Julian May Roxana BarrantesThe second volume in the SIRCA book series investigates the impact of information society initiatives by extending the boundaries of academic research into the realm of practice. Global in scope, it includes contributions and research projects from Asia, Africa and Latin America. The international scholarly community has taken a variety of approaches to question the impact of information society initiatives on populations in the Global South. This book addresses two aspects-- Impact of research: How is the research on ICTs in the Global South playing a role in creating an information society? (e. g. policy formulation, media coverage, implementation in practice) and Research on impact: What is the evidence for the impact of ICTs on society? (i. e. the objectives of socio-economic development). This volume brings together a multiplicity of voices and approaches from social scientific research to produce an engaging volume for a variety of stakeholders including academics, researchers, practitioners, policy-makers and those in the business and civil sectors of society.
Impact of P2P and Free Distribution on Book Sales
by Brian O'LearyBook publishers have long used free content as part of their marketing and selling efforts, with the vast majority of free content distributed in printed form. Digital distribution of free material, either intentional or via unauthorized availability through peer-to-peer sites and other Web outlets, offers a fast and expansive connection to consumers, but content can also be copied and disseminated without publishers' control. Some publishers are torn between the efficiencies digital distribution provides and concerns over piracy and print-sale cannibalization. This research report is part of an ongoing effort by O'Reilly Media Inc. and Random House to test assumptions about free distribution, P2P availability and their potential impact on book sales.
The Impact of Pen and Touch Technology on Education
by Tracy Hammond Stephanie Valentine Aaron Adler Mark PaytonThis book presents perspectives for and by teachers, school and university administrators and educational researchers regarding the great impact pen and tablet technology can have on classrooms and education. presents three distinctly valuable threads of research: Emerging technologies and cutting-edge software invented by researchers and evaluated through real classroom deployments. First-hand perspectives of instructors and administrators who actively implement pen or tablet technologies in their classrooms. Up-and-coming systems that provide insight into the future of pen, touch, and sketch recognition technologies in the classrooms and the curriculums of tomorrow. The Impact of Pen and Touch Technology on Education is an essential read for educators who wish get to grips with ink-based computing and bring their teaching methods into the twenty-first century, as well as for researchers in the areas of education, human-computer interaction and intelligent systems for pedagogical advancement.
The Impact of Service Oriented Architecture Adoption on Organizations (SpringerBriefs in Electrical and Computer Engineering)
by Naghmeh Niknejad Ab Razak Hussin Iraj Sadegh AmiriThis book describes Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and the significant factors which affect its adoption, such as governance, strategy, complexity, Return on Investment (ROI), business and IT alignment, culture and communication, costs, and security. The study on which this book is based, involved a quantitative analysis to investigate the influential factors for adopting SOA, paving the way to further research in the field.
The Impact of the 4th Industrial Revolution on Engineering Education: Proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL2019) – Volume 2 (Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing #1135)
by Michael E. Auer Hanno Hortsch Panarit SethakulThis book gathers papers presented at the 22nd International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL2019), which was held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 25 to 27 September 2019. Covering various fields of e-learning and distance learning, course and curriculum development, knowledge management and learning, real-world learning experiences, evaluation and outcomes assessment, computer-aided language learning, vocational education development and technical teacher training, the contributions focus on innovative ways in which higher education can respond to the real-world challenges related to the current transformation in the development of education. Since it was established, in 1998, the ICL conference has been devoted to new approaches in learning with a focus on collaborative learning. Today, it is a forum for sharing trends and research findings as well as presenting practical experiences in learning and engineering pedagogy. The book appeals to policymakers, academics, educators, researchers in pedagogy and learning theory, school teachers, and other professionals in the learning industry, and further and continuing education.
The Impact of the 4th Industrial Revolution on Engineering Education: Proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL2019) – Volume 1 (Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing #1134)
by Michael E. Auer Hanno Hortsch Panarit SethakulThis book gathers papers presented at the 22nd International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL2019), which was held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 25 to 27 September 2019. Covering various fields of interactive and collaborative learning, new learning models and applications, research in engineering pedagogy and project-based learning, the contributions focus on innovative ways in which higher education can respond to the real-world challenges related to the current transformation in the development of education. Since it was established, in 1998, the ICL conference has been devoted to new approaches in learning with a focus on collaborative learning. Today, it is a forum for sharing trends and research findings as well as presenting practical experiences in learning and engineering pedagogy. The book appeals to policymakers, academics, educators, researchers in pedagogy and learning theory, school teachers, and other professionals in the learning industry, and further and continuing education.
The Impact of the Digitalization on the Human Resource Management (Information Systems Engineering and Management #25)
by Anastasiia MazurchenkoThis book is strongly recommended for L&D professionals, HR managers, senior managers, and company owners who want to adapt their employees' training and skills development to the changing requirements of digitalization and technological progress, considering the specifics of the sector in which their organizations operate. It is unique in that it compares the views of employers and employees on digitalization and the development of digital competencies and skills and highlights the need to align them as part of implementing a long-term HR development strategy in an organization. The book features statistical hypothesis testing and links to the case studies, and it covers such areas as the historical development of digitalization, advantages, and disadvantages of technologies in HR management, the role of competency models, and organizational training in conditions of the Fourth and Fifths Industrial revolutions. The book also explores how employees' digital skill levels depend on age and career longevity and how much the level of digital readiness of organizations is affected by labor market trends and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Taking into account practical recommendations and issues to consider, it emphasizes the need to update competency models, support a culture of continuous organizational training and knowledge sharing, and extend an organization's digital infrastructure to retain competitive human resources in the dynamic digital age. Readers will receive a comprehensive understanding of digitalization in human resource management and how it influences competency requirements for employees in different sectors in the international context.
The Impact of the Energy Dependency on Critical Infrastructure Protection: Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Central European Critical Infrastructure Protection (ICCECIP 2023), Budapest, Hungary (Advanced Sciences and Technologies for Security Applications)
by Tünde Anna Kovács Róbert Gábor Stadler Norbert DarukaThis book presents cutting-edge research on the impact of energy dependence and strategies to mitigate it. As a crucial component of critical infrastructure, energy security is a top priority for nations worldwide. The protection of this infrastructure, along with the latest research tools and methodologies, is of significant interest to both policymakers and industry leaders. The book delves into two primary areas of research: cybersecurity and physical security, summarizing the latest findings in these critical fields. The papers in this volume offer valuable insights for both academic and industrial audiences, addressing the pressing challenges of energy security. Energy is integral to every aspect of our daily lives. Our comfort, as well as our safety, hinges on the uninterrupted supply of energy. Recent global events, particularly the Russian-Ukrainian war, have underscored the vulnerability of nations lacking sufficient energy resources. Europe's energy supply has been severely disrupted by sanctions, highlighting the need for energy resilience. However, this crisis has also accelerated the adoption of renewable energy sources, marking a pivotal shift towards sustainable energy solutions.
The Impact of the Sharing Economy on Business and Society: Digital Transformation and the Rise of Platform Businesses (Routledge Studies in the Economics of Innovation)
by Abbas Strømmen-Bakhtiar Evgueni VinogradovThe emergence of new platform business models, notably the sharing economy, is impacting the economy in various ways, altering the structure of many industries, and raising a number of economic and political issues. This book investigates the widespread influence of the sharing economy on businesses and society, as well as examining its underpinning economic principles and development. This volume presents an exhaustive review of the existing knowledge on the sharing economy and addresses several major areas of concern for incumbent businesses. It also explains the business models for those who are interested in embarking on their own ventures and provides an excellent source for further research. It takes an in-depth look at controversial labour policies, such as using labour as self-employed contractors or using regulatory grey areas to expand in markets. It is highly multidisciplinary, establishing links between economics, finance, marketing and consumer behaviour. This contribution on the sharing economy will enable researchers and graduate and doctoral students to expand and improve their understanding of this topic and identify new research problems in all of these areas. The book will also appeal to policy makers, regional and local government decision makers, and those interested in labour markets transformation.
Impacting Society Positively Through Technology in Accounting and Business Processes: Proceedings of the 5th International Conference of Accounting and Business iCAB, Sun City 2024 (Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics)
by Tankiso MoloiThis conference volume discusses the findings of the iCAB 2024 conference that took place in Sun City, South Africa, on June 27-28 2024. The University of Johannesburg hosted the iCAB 2024 conference with the aim to bring together researchers from different Accounting and Business Management fields to share ideas and discuss how new disruptive technological developments are impacting the field of accounting. The conference was sponsored by the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants AICPA & CIMA.
Impacts of COVID-19 on International Students and the Future of Student Mobility: International Perspectives and Experiences (Routledge Studies in Global Student Mobility)
by Krishna Bista Roy Y. Chan Ryan M. AllenThis volume uses case studies and students' lived experiences to document the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19) on international students and explore future challenges and opportunities for student mobility within higher education. Responding to the growing need for new insights and perspectives to improve higher education policy and practice in the era of COVID-19, this text analyses the changing roles and responsibilities of institutions and international education leaders post-2020. Initial chapters highlight key issues for students that have arisen as a result of the global health crisis such as learning, well-being, and the changed emotional, legal, and financial implications of study abroad. Subsequent chapters confront potential longer-term implications of students’ experiences during COVID-19, and provide critical reflection on internationalization and the opportunities that COVID-19 has presented for tertiary education systems around the world to learn from one another. This timely volume will benefit researchers, academics, and educators with an interest in online teaching and e-learning, curriculum design, and more specifically those involved with international and comparative education. Those involved with educational policy and practice, specifically related to pandemic education, will also benefit from this volume.
Impacts of Cyberbullying, Building Social and Emotional Resilience in Schools
by Sharlene ChadwickThis volume explores cyberbullying and its impact on young people in schools in detail. It investigates social and emotional resilience and wellbeing in relation to developing protective factors against the impacts of cyberbullying and contains a range of perspectives to deal positively with cyberbullying as well as a summary of international research. Cyberbullying occurs when any means of technology is used to repeatedly and deliberately engage in bullying behaviours with the intent to cause harm to others. Although anyone can be affected, young people who are also being bullied offline are more likely to be the target of cyberbullying. Forms of cyberbullying include: * abusive texts and emails * posting messages or images * imitating and excluding others online * inappropriate image tagging. Cyberbullying differs from face-to-face bullying. * a sense of anonymity for those who bully * can occur 24/7 and is invasive * can have a large audience * difficult to delete comments and images.
Imparare a usare Apple iOS 12
by Adidas WilsonApple ha svelato la nuova versione di iOS, iOS 12. La versione è disponibile gratuitamente sia per iPad che per iPhone dalla fine del 2018. Di seguito sono riportate alcune delle migliori funzionalità che puoi sperimentare con la nuova versione. Apple ha confermato che raddoppierà le prestazioni per aumentare la velocità e la reattività di iPad e iPhone. Hai già impostato il tuo iPad ma non sai quale passo fare dopo? I nuovi utenti di iPad di solito non sanno come trovare e installare buone app, organizzarle o eliminarle. Anche se conosci le basi, potresti aver bisogno di alcuni trucchi per ottenere il massimo dal tuo iPad. Gran parte della navigazione viene eseguita tramite gesti tattili come toccare un'app per avviarla o far scorrere il dito.
Imparare la realtà virtuale: la prima guida per fare soldi con la realtà virtuale.
by Mario Rutigliano Adidas WilsonDa anni la gente aspettava il decollo della realtà virtuale ed è sempre rimasta delusa, questo fino a poco tempo fa. In vista c’è un futuro promettente per la realtà virtuale, ma gli investitori dovrebbero essere a conoscenza di molte cose prima di investire; come ad esempio, quali sono i rischi, quanto grande sarà il mercato, perché questa strategia dovrebbe essere giocata a lungo termine e chi sono i clienti chiave.
Imparare Linux in 5 giorni
by Simona Leggero Jason CannonSe volete imparare come usare Linux ed avanzare nella vostra carriera, ma siete pressati da tempo, leggete. Come fondatore della Linux Training Academy ed istruttore in diversi corsi, ho avuto la fortuna di aiutare centinaia di persone a perfezionare le loro conoscenze di Linux. Interagendo con alcune persone che hanno appena iniziato con il sistema operativo Linux, ho avuto l'intuizione impagabile dei particolari sforzi e sfide che le persone affrontano a questo livello. Una delle più grandi sfide per le persone interessate ad imparare i dentro e i fuori di Linux è semplicemente una mancanza di tempo. Quando state lavorando con risorse limitate e di ottimo valore, volete essere sicuri di fare di più. La più grande sfida per i principianti di Linux è sapere da dove incominciare. Ci sono molte informazioni disponibili che permettono di decidere come focalizzare la vostra attenzione, per prima cosa, il grande ostacolo è quello di mantenere le persone già dall'inizio. La cosa peggiore è iniziare il percorso di studio solo per scoprire molti concetti, comandi e sfumature che non sono spiegate. Questo tipo di esperienza è frustante e vi lascia con più domande che risposte. Ecco perché ho scritto questo libro. Non ho solo sintetizzato il materiale più importante in cinque capitoli, ognuna disegnata per essere studiata in un giorno, ma ho anche strutturato il contenuto in modo logico e sistematico. Questo metodo vi assicurerà di risparmiare tempo studiando prima gli aspetti fondamentali di Linux e successivamente costruire le fondamenta giorno dopo giorno. In Imparare Linux in 5 giorni, imparerete i concetti e comandi più importanti, e sarete guidati passo dopo passo in esempi pratici e di vita reale. I nuovi concetti, comandi o gerghi in cui ci imbatteremo sono spiegati in un linguaggio semplice rendendoli di facile comprensione. Ecco qui cosa imparerete leggendo Imparare Linux in 5 giorni. Come accedere al s
Impatient Optimist: Bill Gates in His Own Words
by Lisa RogakBill Gates, the founder and former CEO of Microsoft, has been a revered, and occasionally controversial, worldwide business icon for more than three decades.Recognized by most as an ingenious visionary, and painted by some as a tyrannical, less-than-scrupulous empire builder, Gates has had an unignorable impact on the growth of digital technology in daily life over the past 30 years. Even his sharpest critics have to acknowledge the obvious: Gates helped spearhead one of the greatest revolutions in modern history by seizing on the importance of software to the rise of the personal computer, along the way turning an arcane, specialized technology into a commonplace tool for the office and home.Gates has long been ranked as one of the world's wealthiest men--which gave him a name recognition far greater than that of most CEOs--and businesspeople of all stripes have looked to him as a role model, using his words and business strategies to help create, inspire, and grow their own companies. After he stopped running Microsoft's day-to-day operations in 2008 to devote himself full-time to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, a kinder, gentler Gates began to emerge. As a result, people actively involved in the philanthropic world, whether in professional, part-time, or personal capacities, began to develop a new appreciation for the man.Bill Gates's second act is no less compelling than his first. And whether you're interested in his personal life or looking for inspiration to drive you forward in your own business endeavors, Impatient Optimist: Bill Gates in His Own Words has much to offer. As the tech giants who distinguished the turn of the 21st century shape public life in ways that outstrip the efforts of the previous century's titans of industry, we look to figures like Gates for inspiration as one of America's greatest business icons. This book will surely feed the world's curiosity about one of the most important leaders of the digital age.
Impending Inquisitions in Humanities and Sciences
by Mohan Varkolu Kranthi Priya Oruganti M P MalleshIn an era of increasing specialization, the need for cross-disciplinary dialogue demands an integrated approach that transcends the artificial boundaries between disciplines. "Impending Inquisitions in Humanities and Sciences" presents a groundbreaking tapestry of cutting-edge research across the spectrum of humanities and sciences. This volume presents a meticulously curated selection of research papers presented at the conference, a forum where scholars from diverse fields – English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry – converged to engage in rigorous dialogue and push the boundaries of knowledge. From the nuanced interpretations of literary texts to the elegant formulations of mathematical models, from the awe-inspiring revelations of physics to the meticulous experiments of chemistry, each contribution challenges assumptions and provokes fresh perspectives. This collection serves as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and academic fraternity with an insatiable curiosity about the world around us.
Implantable Sensors and Systems
by Guang-Zhong YangImplantable sensing, whether used for transient or long-term monitoring of in vivo physiological, bio-electrical, bio-chemical and metabolic changes, is a rapidly advancing field of research and development. Underpinned by increasingly small, smart and energy efficient designs, they become an integral part of surgical prostheses or implants for both acute and chronic conditions, supporting optimised, context aware sensing, feedback, or stimulation with due consideration of system level impact.From sensor design, fabrication, on-node processing with application specific integrated circuits, to power optimisation, wireless data paths and security, this book provides a detailed explanation of both the theories and practical considerations of developing novel implantable sensors. Other topics covered by the book include sensor embodiment and flexible electronics, implantable optical sensors and power harvesting. Implantable Sensors and Systems – from Theory to Practice is an important reference for those working in the field of medical devices. The structure of the book is carefully prepared so that it can also be used as an introductory reference for those about to enter into this exciting research and developing field.
Implementación de Calidad de Servicio basada en ISO/IEC 20000
by Michael KunasISO/IEC 20000 es un estándar internacional importante para los proveedores de servicios de TI. La implementación y certificación según esta norma mejorará sus procesos y prácticas de negocio, y dará a sus clientes la confianza de que su empresa sea eficiente y fiable. Los clientes volverán porque saben por experiencia que su servicio es insuperable. Los clientes potenciales buscarán a los proveedores con la norma ISO/IEC 20000 por la tranquilidad que proporciona. Este libro le guiará a través de la implementación y certificación, lo que le permitirá agilizar sus procesos de gestión y ofrecer a sus clientes servicios de primera clase con precios competitivos. Esta guía de gestión 'paso a paso' beneficiará a todos los que tengan un papel en el proceso de implementación y certificación. Escrita para empresas de cualquier tamaño y de cualquier lugar, le da un desglose claro y detallado de la edición de 2011 de la norma y examina su relación con otras normas relacionadas, como ITIL® y COBIT®. Ofrece una gran cantidad de consejos prácticos y recomendaciones sobre cómo prepararse para la auditoría y la puesta en práctica, por lo que su viaje a la certificación será lo más fácil posible. Michael Kunas es auditor jefe de ISO/IEC 20000 y consultor ITSM y tiene más de 15 años de experiencia en todas las áreas de ciencias de la computación. Ha viajado por todo el mundo como consultor, docente y conferenciante sobre la norma ISO/IEC 20000 y los marcos y métodos relacionados con esta norma. También es coautor de un libro sobre un software de matemáticas y ha escrito artículos sobre la gestión de servicios TI, ITIL e ISO/IEC 20000 en las revistas españolas de informática, tales como Data TI y Computerworld. Una guía práctica que dará a su empresa la 'vanguardia' en la calidad del servicio.
Implementando el método GTD con Evernote
by Maria Jose Balbontin Jonathan BakerAprende cómo sacarle el máximo provecho al método GTD y a Evernote. Getting Things Done®, o GTD®, es un método de gestión de tiempo creado por el consultor de productividad David Allen. GTD es una de las técnicas más efectivas y populares que puedes usar para tomar las riendas de tu lista de tareas e incrementar tu productividad. El método GTD no sólo te ayuda a completar las tareas y proyectos inmediatos, sino que también te ayuda a avanzar hacia las metas más grandes en tu vida. Evernote® es un programa que originalmente fue creado para tomar y archivar notas. Estas notas pueden ser de texto, páginas web, mensajes de voz, fotos, y más. Evernote es estupendo para guardar todo tipo de información, y te hace fácil organizar y encontrar tu información. Con los consejos que ofrece este libro podrás combinar Evernote y GTD para crear un poderoso sistema para mejorar tu productividad. Usar el método GTD con Evernote te permitirá organizar tu vida personal y profesional en formato electrónico. Ya que Evernote está disponible como aplicación web y en dispositivos móviles, siempre puedes tener acceso a tus tareas, proyectos, metas y notas cuando y donde las necesites.
Implementando o método GTD com o Evernote
by Jonathan Baker Janaina De Oliveira RibeiroAprenda a tirar o maior proveito do GTD com o Evernote. Getting Things Done®, ou GTD®, é um método de gerenciamento de tempo criada pelo consultor de produtividade David Allen. GTD é um das técnicas mais populares e eficazes que você pode utilizar para manter a sua lista de afazeres sob controle e aumentar sua produtividade. Além de auxiliar a completar as tarefas e projetos à mão, O GTD também lhe ajudará a caminhar em direção às metas maiores em sua vida. O Evernote® é um software que foi originalmente desenvolvido para fazer e arquivar anotações. Essas anotações podem ser texto, páginas da Web, memorandos de voz, quadros, e mais. O Evernote é ótimo para armazenar todos os tipos de informações, tornando fácil a organização e o acesso a seus dados. Com um pouco do know-how fornecido nesse livro, você poderá casar o Evernote com o GTD para criar uma poderosa máquina de aumento da produtividade. O uso do Evernote com o GTD permitirão que você organize seu trabalho e vida pessoal no formato eletrônico. Desde que o Evernote está disponível como um aplicativo da web e em dispositivos móveis, você sempre poderá ter acesso a suas tarefas, projetos, metas e notas sempre que e onde quer que os necessitar.