Proliferation of the Internet Economy: E-commerce for Global Adoption, Resistance, and Cultural Evolution

by Shareef, Mahmud Akhter; Dwivedi, Yogesh Kumar; Williams, Michael D.; Singh, Nitish

• ISBN13: 9781605664125
• ISBN10: 160566412X
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-03-31
• Publisher: Igi Global

Summary

The explosive expansion of the Internet has led to dramatic shifts in the methodology of conducting business, allowing for instantaneous communication and activities.Proliferation of the Internet Economy: E-Commerce for Global Adoption, Resistance, and Cultural Evolution provides deep insight into the globalization of e-commerce and the minimization of the digital divide between developed and developing countries. This book specifically addresses and explains the adoption and proliferation of global e-commerce.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Preface	p. xi
Acknowledgment	p. xviii
E-Commerce: A Global Phenomenon
Introduction to E-Commerce	p. 1
Abstract	p. 1
Introduction	p. 1
Background	p. 3
E-Commerce: A Global Phenomenon	p. 5
References	p. 7
E-Commerce Background	p. 9
Abstract	p. 9
Introduction	p. 9
Evolution of the Internet	p. 11
Electronic-Commerce	p. 15
References	p. 33
Service Quality for Global Consumers
Service Quality of E-Commerce for Global Consumers	p. 40
Abstract	p. 40
Introduction	p. 40
Electronic-Commerce Service Quality	p. 41
Models of EC Service Quality	p. 44
Service Quality, Cultural Diversity, and EC Adoption and Proliferation	p. 55
Related Issues	p. 56
References	p. 57
Global Quality Management Practice for E-Commerce	p. 65
Abstract	p. 65
Introduction	p. 65
Quality and Quality Management Practice	p. 67
Quality Concepts for EC	p. 68
Quality Management Practice	p. 71
Conclusion	p. 72
References	p. 74
Adoption, Proliferation, and Resistance: Impact and Globalization
E-Commerce Diffusion: Critical Factors Affecting Diffusion of E-Commerce	p. 79
Abstract	p. 79
Introduction	p. 80
Diffusion of E-Commerce	p. 82
Impacts of Diffusion	p. 84
Prime Stakeholders of Diffusion of E-Commerce	p. 87
Critical Factors Affecting Diffusion of E-Commerce	p. 90
Conclusion and Future Research Direction	p. 98
References	p. 100
Diffusion of E-Commerce in Developed and Developing Countries: Comparative Studies	p. 107
Abstract	p. 107
Case Studies	p. 107
Comparative Statement	p. 133
References	p. 136
E-Commerce Adoption in Developing Countries	p. 140
Abstract	p. 140
Introduction	p. 140
Literature Review on EC Adoption	p. 143
Perspectives and Process of Adoption	p. 146
Theoretical Framework for EC Adoption	p. 148
Conclusion and Future Research Direction	p. 157
References	p. 159
Influencing Factors and the Acceptance of Internet and E-Business Technologies in Maritime Canada's SMEs: An Analysis	p. 168
Abstract	p. 168
Introduction	p. 169
Background Information	p. 170
Research Methodology	p. 174
Data Analysis and Results	p. 175
Findings and Discussions	p. 178
Conclusion	p. 180
Acknowledgment	p. 182
References	p. 182
Appendix	p. 184
Effect of Proliferation and Resistance of Internet Economy: Understanding Impact of Information and Communication Technology in Developing Countries	p. 186
Abstract	p. 186
Introduction	p. 187
Purposes of Promoting Internet Economy	p. 189
Barriers Against Proliferation of Internet Economy	p. 195
Readiness, Digital Divide, and Capability	p. 201
Impact of ICT and Conceptual Framework	p. 203
Conclusion and Future Research Direction	p. 211
References	p. 213
Globalization of E-Commerce: Cultural Adaptation
Globalization and Relevant Strategy for E-Commerce	p. 222
Abstract	p. 222
Introduction	p. 222
Definition of Related Concepts	p. 227
Functional Characteristics and Issues of EC for Globalization	p. 229
Literature Review: Globalization Strategy	p. 230
Theoretical Framework for Strategy	p. 232
Conclusion	p. 240
References	p. 242
Culturally Customizing International Web Sites	p. 251
Abstract	p. 251
Introduction	p. 251
Localization	p. 254
Importance of Web Site Cultural Customization	p. 256
Depiction of Culture on International Web Sites	p. 258
Impact of Web Site Cultural Customization	p. 262
Conclusion	p. 263
References	p. 264
A Cultural Perspective on Web Site Localization	p. 269
Abstract	p. 269
Introduction	p. 270
The Localization Model	p. 272
A Brief Literature Review of Web Site Localization	p. 274
Examples of Good and Bad Practices in Web Site Localization	p. 276
The Localization Model: Why and How Useful?	p. 277
Conclusion and Implications	p. 277
References	p. 279
Conclusion, Implications, and Future Trends	p. 281
Abstract	p. 281
Introduction	p. 281
Conclusion	p. 282
Managerial Implications	p. 288
Future Trends	p. 291
About the Authors	p. 293
Index	p. 297
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