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Factors influencing the adoption of digital technologies to reduce food waste in retail supply chain
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Digital technologies are projected to transform many work domains and industries including the retail supply chain. Some of the benefits of adopting digital technologies are increased levels of efficiency, cost-saving ... -
The factors that influence electronic payment adoption by SMEs in two cities of China
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)This study will refer specifically to the reasons why SMEs are not willing to use e-payment as their first-choice method: the reasons hampering e-payment adoption. -
A framework for developing citizen-centric e-government applications in developing countries: The design-reality gap in Uganda
(University of Western Cape, 2020)E-government should be at the heart of service delivery in developing countries if the life of citizens, especially the socially and economically marginalised, is to be improved. Often in developing contexts, citizens have ... -
A framework for e-skills policy-making in South Africa
(UWC, 2013)The development of the Internet and other information and communication technologies (ICT) in recent decades represents a material foundation for a networked society and the emergence of new economies (Knowledge Society) ... -
A framework for ethical data use to improve personalised customer experience in the financial industry in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The financial services industry deals daily with vast amounts of data. In this study, the researcher intends to investigate if data is used ethically for the purpose of analytics within this industry. The aim of this ... -
A functional-interpretive approach to information systems security e competencies development in the higher education institution: a comparativ e case of four South African higher education institutions
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)The research reported in this thesis examines the approaches of four (4) HEIs in the Western Cape Province in South Africa to institutional development of IS security ecompetencies across their full staff compliments. It ... -
A graduate level ethics framework for the higher education information systems curriculum in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Purpose: The objective of this study was to fill a gap in the Information Systems (IS) literature oncerning the manner in which ethics are to be incorporated into the Information Systems curriculum to allow for accelerated ... -
ICT skills shortages in under-developed areas of South Africa: a case of the Eastern Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)Information and Communication Technology is a mixed set of technological tools and resources used to create and manage information. It involves technologies such as radio, television, video, DVD, telephone (both fixed line ... -
Identifying the benefits of social media within large financial institutions in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)In recent years, the information systems / information technology industry has been one of the most fast growing industries. Regularly, existing technologies are being upgraded and new technologies are being introduced ... -
Impact of data quality on utilisation and usefulness of integrated Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
(University of Western Cape, 2012)Impact of data quality on utilisation and perceived usefulness of integrated Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Integrated HR Information systems have become prevalent in modern organisations. These systems promise ... -
The impact of digitally enabled supply chains on firm aggregate performance gains
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Many companies are transitioning to digitising their supply chain to yield firm performance. However, their supply chains are still fragmented, and they have not yet realised the full potential of digital supply chain ... -
The impact of information technology on reverse logistics of blood in public healthcare facilities in the Gauteng department of health
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) estimates that over 900,000 blood units are collected yearly from 1% of the population of South Africa (SA) actively donating blood, but 40% of the donated blood is estimated ... -
Improving library services through the application of business performance concepts
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)In virtually any field of endeavour today, access to information is a prerequisite for success. Library services are affected by financial considerations and staffing problems. This work evaluated library performance with ... -
Information management in the travel industry: The role and impact of the Internet
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)In this information age, the Internet has found a role in various industries such as transportation, advertising, etc. The travel industry, in which communication between travellers and travel service providers is a very ... -
Information system security vulnerabilities: Implications for South African financial firms in Cape Town
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Cybersecurity is the collection of tools, policies, security concepts, security safeguards, guidelines, risk management approaches, actions, training, best practices, assurance, and technologies that can be used to ... -
Information technology architecture and related strategic factors supporting business advantage
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)Information Technology (IT) architecture is not restricted to technology, but may also address the views of business activities; their processes; data sets and information flows; applications and software; and technology. ... -
An Information-Based Strategic Framework for Determining the Optimum Level of Project or Service Financing
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)This thesis explores and explains the existence of a best practice model to optimise the transfer of funds (the transfer funding process) between funders and service providers in the public sector. Using ideas about best ... -
Instructional design process in a web-based learning management system: design, implementation and evaluation issues
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Web technologies have necessitated a transformation culture in higher education institutions. Many of these institutions are employing web technologies whose development, for varying reasons, is not supported by research ... -
An integrated approach to e-learning implementation in a complex higher education setting: a case study of the University of the Western Cape
(University of Western Cape, 2012)There has been a global transformation of higher education institutions (HEIs) in response to a wave of dynamic education sector reforms; specifically, this is related to the adoption of educational technologies to enhance ... -
An integrated approach to e-learning implementation in a complex higher education setting: A case study of the University of the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)There has been a global transformation of higher education institutions (HEls) in response to a wave of dynamic education sector reforms; specifically, this is related to the adoption of educational technologies to enhance ...