Using a Trait Approach to Analyze the Impact of Global Information Technology Applications

The objective of this study is to investigate how global IT applications are being used and to develop a means of assessing their impact. Building on the prior work of Palvia (1997), Sethi and King (1994), and Mahmood and Soon (1991), a multi-factor global IT impact model is developed. This model exhibits a high degree of reliability and validity. From a theoretical perspective, this study develops a measurement model that can be used to evaluate the use and impact of IT in a global environment. From a practitioner’s point of view, the study provides a better understanding of the factors that influence the use and impact of global IT applications

Knowledge and Skill Requirements for Information Systems Professionals: An Exploratory Study

Information systems professionals commonly progress through several different job classifications during the course of their careers. The purpose of this study is to explore the perceived importance of various knowledge and skills for information systems professionals in different information systems positions. Knowledge and skills important to IS professionals are examined across six IS job classifications. Knowledge and skills related to system development and interpersonal communication were perceived as essential regardless of job classification. Knowledge and skills related to programming were perceived as very important in entry level IS positions

Information Technology in the Practice of Law Enforcement

In February 2001, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department began the rollout of a “mobile” information system that will eventually enable all information relating to incident reports, arrests, and investigations to be collected, distributed, and managed in a paperless, wireless environment. The system, dubbed Knowledge-Based Community Oriented Policing System (KBCOPS), began as a “grass roots” project within the police department to reduce paperwork, increase data accuracy, share knowledge and information, and promote a problem solving analytical framework. The system has been under development for seven years, from concept to implementation. The strategies and approaches used to develop this system, the technologies employed, and, most importantly, the challenges faced in merging wireless, wired, database, and applications technologies while satisfying the user requirements of the police department are detailed in this report

Does Telecommuting Improve Productivity?

Seeking solid evidence of demonstrable productivity gains