Technology Diffusion and Adoption: Global Complexity, Global Innovation

Technology Diffusion and Adoption: Global Complexity, Global Innovation
Author: Zolait, Ali Hussein Saleh
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 366
Release: 2013-01-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1466627921

Technology Diffusion and Adoption: Global Complexity, Global Innovation discusses the emerging topics of information technology and the IT based solutions in global and multi-cultural environments. This comprehensive collection addresses the aspects of innovation diffusion in the field of business computing technologies and is essential for researchers, practitioners, academicians and educators all over the world.

The Chocolate Model of Change

The Chocolate Model of Change
Author: Diane Dormant
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2011-07-03
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1257867555

A how-to-guide to get others in your organization to accept new technologies, processes, regulations, management, etc.

Implementing Computational Intelligence Techniques for Security Systems Design

Implementing Computational Intelligence Techniques for Security Systems Design
Author: Albastaki, Yousif Abdullatif
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2020-02-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1799824209

Recently, cryptology problems, such as designing good cryptographic systems and analyzing them, have been challenging researchers. Many algorithms that take advantage of approaches based on computational intelligence techniques, such as genetic algorithms, genetic programming, and so on, have been proposed to solve these issues. Implementing Computational Intelligence Techniques for Security Systems Design is an essential research book that explores the application of computational intelligence and other advanced techniques in information security, which will contribute to a better understanding of the factors that influence successful security systems design. Featuring a range of topics such as encryption, self-healing systems, and cyber fraud, this book is ideal for security analysts, IT specialists, computer engineers, software developers, technologists, academicians, researchers, practitioners, and students.

Deep Learning Innovations and Their Convergence With Big Data

Deep Learning Innovations and Their Convergence With Big Data
Author: Karthik, S.
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 287
Release: 2017-07-13
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1522530169

The expansion of digital data has transformed various sectors of business such as healthcare, industrial manufacturing, and transportation. A new way of solving business problems has emerged through the use of machine learning techniques in conjunction with big data analytics. Deep Learning Innovations and Their Convergence With Big Data is a pivotal reference for the latest scholarly research on upcoming trends in data analytics and potential technologies that will facilitate insight in various domains of science, industry, business, and consumer applications. Featuring extensive coverage on a broad range of topics and perspectives such as deep neural network, domain adaptation modeling, and threat detection, this book is ideally designed for researchers, professionals, and students seeking current research on the latest trends in the field of deep learning techniques in big data analytics.

Empirical Research on Semiotics and Visual Rhetoric

Empirical Research on Semiotics and Visual Rhetoric
Author: Danesi, Marcel
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2018-02-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1522556230

The study of symbols has long been considered a necessary field to unravel concealed meanings in symbols and images. These methods have since established themselves as staples in various fields of psychology, anthropology, computer science, and cognitive science. Empirical Research on Semiotics and Visual Rhetoric is a critical academic publication that examines communication through images and symbols and the methods by which researchers and scientists analyze these images and symbols. Featuring coverage on a wide range of topics, such as material culture, congruity theory, and social media, this publication is geared toward academicians, researchers, and students seeking current research on images, symbols, and how to analyze them.

Driving Traffic and Customer Activity Through Affiliate Marketing

Driving Traffic and Customer Activity Through Affiliate Marketing
Author: Singh, Surabhi
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 251
Release: 2017-06-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1522526579

Technological developments have created new opportunities for contemporary businesses. Online stores can now utilize a specific branch of marketing in order to maximize the revenue of their business and increase website traffic. Driving Traffic and Customer Activity Through Affiliate Marketing is an essential reference publication highlighting the latest scholarly research on the method of increasing online business traffic and sales by external referrals. Featuring extensive coverage on a broad range of topics and perspectives such as networking, program management, and customer satisfaction, this book is ideally designed for academicians, practitioners, and students seeking current information on ways to increase customer activity.

Green Computing Strategies for Competitive Advantage and Business Sustainability

Green Computing Strategies for Competitive Advantage and Business Sustainability
Author: Khosrow-Pour, Mehdi
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2018-02-02
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1522550186

In the age of corporate responsibility, green technology and sustainability continue to grip the consciousness of businesses. However, the development of appropriate business-driven green computing applications requires an awareness of the best practices of the green agenda. Green Computing Strategies for Competitive Advantage and Business Sustainability provides emerging research on maintaining an eco-friendly environment regarding cloud computing and promoting reusability. While highlighting competitive advantages, power consumption, and project evaluation, readers will learn about various techniques for reducing energy consumption in cloud performance and information technology systems. This book is a vital resource for academics, researchers, students, professionals, and managers interested in novel trends in green computing applications and technology.

Harnessing Human Capital Analytics for Competitive Advantage

Harnessing Human Capital Analytics for Competitive Advantage
Author: Yadav, Mohit
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2018-03-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1522540393

The workforce is considered to be the lifeblood within many major corporations. The ability of management to effectively utilize the knowledge and skills of their workforce is essential in ensuring the success of their corporations. Harnessing Human Capital Analytics for Competitive Advantage is a critical scholarly publication that explores the influence that workforce knowledge and skills can have on the performance of corporations and how such skills can be used to promote the success of corporations. Featuring coverage on a wide range of topics including employee happiness, mind genomics, and e-commerce adoption, this book is geared toward managers, professionals, and practitioners seeking current research on the advantage of utilizing workforce knowledge and skills to promote corporate success.

Environmental Awareness and the Role of Social Media

Environmental Awareness and the Role of Social Media
Author: Narula, Sumit
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2018-07-27
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1522552928

Social media has quickly become one of the most effective tools in reaching masses of people. As environmental issues are becoming more prevalent and frequently acknowledged, social media is playing an important role in sharing various environmental problems as well as suitable solutions. Environmental Awareness and the Role of Social Media is an essential reference source for individuals seeking to raise awareness of environmental issues through social media platforms. The book examines social media’s use in disaster awareness, sustainability promotion, and marketing environmentally friendly products from an international perspective. This book is an excellent resource for environmentalists, environmental activists, scientists, public figures, policy makers, academicians, and individuals interested in research focused on the impact of social media on issues that affect the entire planet.

Strategic Utilization of Information Systems in Small Business

Strategic Utilization of Information Systems in Small Business
Author: Hunter, M. Gordon
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2015-05-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1466687096

The small business is an often underestimated asset of both the modern economy and the commercial workforce. Those employed by small businesses make up a large percentage of both the U.S. and Canadian populations, and with the internet and other technologies connecting us like never before, the opportunity is present for even the smallest company to reach a global scale. Strategic Utilization of Information Systems in Small Business explores the possibilities not just in expanding a business, but in assisting a business in meeting its full potential, no matter its size. Including a variety of perspectives on what it means to be a small business and how to bring that business to maturity, this book is an essential reference source for small business owners, managers, and employees, as well as students, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. This publication features chapters on the different aspects of management processes, e-commerce, and e-businesses, including the characteristics of a smart entrepreneur, success vs. failure, longevity, technology adoption, the types of different information systems and how to implement them, data and decision making, theories for investigating small businesses, business strategy, and competitive advantage.