Transition into Internet of Things in Resource Constrained Settings: A Case Study from Malawi
Journal Title: EAI Endorsed Transactions on Internet of Things - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 15
Abstract
Information Communication Technology (ICT) has in so many ways proved to be the drive of economy and a game changer to many disciplines. However digital divide has been of concern as developed countries have been benefiting more than their developing counterparts. All that resulting from lack of skilled labour and finance to invest into the required technology. This case study focused on the survival of the developing countries as they are constrained by the financial challenges. Three major dimensions from the socio-technical perspective of systems dimensions guided the authors in the study. The study showed the ability of people in developing countries to adapt to the challenging environment as they strive to cultivate from the strengths of ICT. This is particularly within Small and Medium Enterprises. Primary to this adaptation is the use of local expertise to develop own system than relying on imports from developed countries.
Authors and Affiliations
Martin Bright Msendema, Patrick Albert Chikumba
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- DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.4108/eai.5-3-2019.156721
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