Digital divide in ASEAN member states: analyzing the critical factors for successful e-government programs
ISSN: 1468-4527
Article publication date: 7 December 2020
Issue publication date: 15 March 2021
Abstract
Purpose
This study addresses the critical factors that contribute to the success of e-government programs in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states (AMS). We investigate the factors that play key roles in e-government adoption and implementation in AMS that stem from multiple dimensions.
Design/methodology/approach
Our qualitative study on eight ASEAN countries with different political situations and economic developments suggests that in general, institutions (formal and informal institutions), resources, leadership, organizational design and culture values determine the success of e-government.
Findings
The provision of adequate information and communication technology infrastructure alone is insufficient to ensure the success of e-government.
Research limitations/implications
Our findings lead to a conceptual framework of factors that drive the success of e-government projects that advances the literature on e-government, particularly the research about e-government in the context of developing countries.
Originality/value
An empirical evidence and in-depth understanding suggest that different factors are associated with detrimental impacts on e-government implementation.
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Acknowledgements
This work has been funded by FISIPOL UGM under the programme of Research, and Community Service Grants 2019. The opinions expresses here in are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of funding agency.
Citation
Apriliyanti, I.D., Kusumasari, B., Pramusinto, A. and Setianto, W.A. (2021), "Digital divide in ASEAN member states: analyzing the critical factors for successful e-government programs", Online Information Review, Vol. 45 No. 2, pp. 440-460. https://doi.org/10.1108/OIR-05-2020-0158
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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