Type of Resource:
Journal

Year of Publication:
2016

Indicators:
- Enablers
- Challenges
- Outcomes and Impacts


Themes:
- Internet for Democracy
- Internet Governance

Author(s): More Ickson Manda & Judy Backhouse

This study provides an understanding of how institutional pressures have influenced policy implementation to advance the “smart agenda” in a developing country context, using South Africa as an exemplary case study. The study is an interpretive qualitative case study, using documentary evidence as data. Institutional theory is used as a lens for interrogating the issues confronting government in implementing “smart” initiatives. We conclude that policy alone is not sufficient if not supported by a strong implementation plan and other supporting institutional mechanisms such as leadership to coordinate, and direct resources and activities in the institution.

URL
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-319-44421-5_18

Region of Study:


Country of Study:
South Africa,

Study Quality
High