Differential cloud adoption: A comparative case study of large enterprises and SMEs in Germany

2019 | Information Systems Frontiers | Citations: 3

Authors: Karunagaran, Surya; Mathew, Saji K.; Lehner, Franz

Abstract: Cloud computing is widely advertised as a technology-based service model and an ... Expand

Abstract: Cloud computing is widely advertised as a technology-based service model and an emerging business model which is highly beneficial for the adopting organizations. But, academic landscape lacks sufficient empirical studies of cloud adoption at firm-level, and the existing cloud adoption factors are mostly anecdotal in nature. A multiple case study approach was used to extract and compare adoption characteristics of SMEs and large firms in Germany, based on the Technology-Organization and Environment (TOE) framework. The study shows that there exist important differences between SMEs and large enterprises regarding the cloud adoption factors. The results further show that large firms perceive characteristics of the cloud to be more complicated and not easy to implement compared to SMEs which contradicts the popular belief that large firms are forerunners in adopting innovations and, the widely publicized cost benefits of cloud services are perceived to be in favor of SMEs. Collapse

Topics: cloud computing data protection organization structure switching cost IT security threat

Methods: qualitative coding qualitative interview field study literature study case study

Theories: theory of everything

Immersive Virtual Environments in Corporate Education and Training

2018 | Americas Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 0

Authors: Queiroz, Anna Carolina Muller; Nascimento, Alexandre Moreira; Tori, Romero; Alejandro, Thomas Brashear

Abstract: The use of immersive virtual environments (IVE) in several areas has increased s ... Expand

Abstract: The use of immersive virtual environments (IVE) in several areas has increased significantly in recent years, mainly due to lower costs, higher quality and increased availability of virtual reality (VR) tools and technology. Especially in formal education, numerous studies have shown positive learning outcomes of IVE. There is great potential to apply IVE solutions in training and corporate education. For those engaged in innovative, cost-effective and ergonomic new solutions for the field of corporate training and education, it is extremely valuable to understand the state of the art. However, so far, no study has consolidated this information. Thus, given the importance of the theme, this study seeks to organize and synthesize the results of studies published in this area. A total of 3516 studies were gathered and 12 selected for in-depth analysis and discussion, with the goal of providing a comprehensive review of technology, applications and trends. Collapse

Topics: virtual reality database system

Methods: structured literature research experimental design survey literature sample literature study

Differential Adoption of Cloud Technology: A Multiple Case Study of Large Firms and SMEs

2016 | International Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 14

Authors: Karunagaran, Surya; Mathew, Saji; Lehner, Franz

Abstract: Firms across the industry segments have been exploring cloud computing to derive ... Expand

Abstract: Firms across the industry segments have been exploring cloud computing to derive benefits out of its technological features. Even though literature pertaining to cloud adoption by firms exists, the factors based on cloud-specific characteristics are mostly anecdotal in nature. Following a multiple case study approach, we identify factors specific to cloud technology adoption by firms. We further explain the differential adoption of the cloud between large and small firms. Overall we obtained 11 variables that differentiate large firms and SMEs in their adoption behavior. We further contribute to theory by mapping the extracted variables of cloud adoption to Diffusion of innovation theory (DOI) and Technology organization Environment framework (TOE). Collapse

Topics: cloud computing technology adoption on-premises software data protection switching cost

Methods: qualitative interview qualitative coding field study literature study case study

Preserving Knowledge on IS Business Value: What Literature Reviews Have Done

2010 | Business & Information Systems Engineering | Citations: 5

Authors: Schryen, Guido

Abstract: Based on a comprehensive literature search, this meta review analyzes to what e ... Expand

Abstract: Based on a comprehensive literature search, this meta review analyzes to what extent past literature reviews on IS business value have covered key research areas and preserved their key findings. The results show that while some areas have been explored extensively, some other crucial areas, such as accounting performance, the growth of intangible assets, and the differentiation between economic output and derived or perceived value, have been neglected. They need to be considered in future reviews. The results also reveal those research areas where even primary research is weak and needs to get intensified before literature reviews can be applied to synthesize findings. Collapse

Topics: IS value IT investment accounting competitive advantage productivity

Methods: literature study meta analysis survey experiment case study