Expanding Access to Science and Technology (UNU, 1994, 462 pages): Session 5: From new technologies to new modalities of cooperation: Systems management for information technology development: 8. Summary

Expanding Access to Science and Technology (UNU, 1994, 462 pages)

Session 5: From new technologies to new modalities of cooperation

Systems management for information technology development

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		Abstract
		1. Introduction
		2. A gateway strategy for information technology developments
		3. Knowledge facets for systems integration and information technology development
		4. A newness matrix approach to information technology development
		5. Phased life cycles for system acquisition
		6. Evaluation of technologies
		7. Information technology perspectives
		8. Summary
		References

8. Summary

This paper provides a framework for the use of the methods and methodologies of information technology and system engineering, and the application of these to enhance ultimate development and/or transfer of information technologies, especially in developing nations. A major potential use for this is in enhancing access to science and technology for societal improvement. To do this effectively will require much attention to international issues relating to telecommunications [35] and other information technologies. It will require much attention to national and international prosperity concerns affecting the competitive advantage of nations [37]. It will necessarily involve a plethora of considerations concerning the international transfer, or infusion, of technology [44]. I have discussed the many systems engineering considerations needed to beneficially address several problem areas that affect the many groups and issues involved. I have outlined, in general terms, the requirements that such a support system should fulfil.