Themes and Issues in An Information Polity

Authors

John Taylor, University of Strathclyde, UK.
Howard Williams, University of Strathclyde, UK.

Document Type

Research Article

Abstract

This paper examines the use and significance of information and communications technologies in government. The notion of ‘Information Polity’ is unpacked. Five main related themes are addressed. These are: the adaption, diffusion and application of ICT's in government; information as a factor of production; government as an information services provider; information and the labour process in government; and information as a strategic resource.

DOI

10.1177/026839629000500305

Recommended Citation

Taylor, John and Williams, Howard (1990) "Themes and Issues in An Information Polity," Journal of Information Technology: Vol. 5: Iss. 3, Article 5.
DOI: 10.1177/026839629000500305
Available at: https://aisel.aisnet.org/jit/vol5/iss3/5