Cross-country differences in ICT adoption. A consequence of Culture?

Abdul Azeez Erumban and Simon B. de Jong
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Simon B. de Jong: Groningen University

No 05C01, Research Report from University of Groningen, Research Institute SOM (Systems, Organisations and Management)

Abstract: The diffusion of information and communication technology (ICT) has witnessed a surge in the recent years; nevertheless, the rate of adoption across countries diverges considerably. This divergence is observed regardless of the income levels of countries. In this paper, we attempt to explain the differences in ICT adoption rates across countries using Hofstede?s cultural framework. The results suggest that national culture does influence the ICT adoption rate of a country. The results are robust even after controlling for levels of education and income.

Date: 2005
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