Towards a Knowledge-Based Economy
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Author Description
The on-going processes of economic, social and cultural transformation have been accelerated by the impact of information and communication technologies. The pace of adaptation of these new technologies and the utilization of their potential in accelerating economic development has varied from country to country (Armenia; Azerbaijan; Georgia; Kazakhstan; Kyrgyz Republic; Tajikistan; Turkmenistan; Uzbekistan; Albania; Republic of Belarus; Bosnia; Bulgaria; Croatia; Czech Republic; Estonia; Hungary; Latvia; Lithuania; Moldova; Poland; Romania; Russian Federation; Slovak Republic; Slovenia; TFYR Macedonia; Ukraine; Yugoslavia). For this reason the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe created a system of monitoring the development of information and communication technologies and knowledge intensive-economic activities. This regional assessment report has been compiled by national experts to provide detailed information on the European region's potential, as well as to present a current picture of the approaches and solutions taking place towards developing a knowledge based society.--Publisher's description.
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THE THESIS
This report assesses the varied adoption and utilization of information and communication technologies across European nations to foster economic development and a knowledge-based society. The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe established a monitoring system to track the progress of these technologies and knowledge-intensive economic activities due to differing national adaptation paces. This regional assessment, compiled by national experts, offers a detailed overview of the European region's potential and current strategies for developing a knowledge-based society.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Analysis of information and communication technology (ICT) adoption and utilization across European countries.
- Assessment of knowledge-intensive economic activities and their development.
- Country-specific data and approaches towards building a knowledge-based society.
- Regional overview of potential and current strategies in the European region.
- Identification of factors influencing the pace of adaptation of new technologies.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This report serves as a comprehensive regional assessment of the transition towards a knowledge-based economy, focusing on the impact and adoption of information and communication technologies across European nations. It provides a detailed picture of the diverse approaches and potentials within the region, compiled by national experts. The work is positioned as a key resource for understanding the varied progress and strategies employed by countries in leveraging technology for economic development.
Page Count:
65
Publication Date:
2002-01-01
ISBN-10:
9211168236
ISBN-13:
9789211168235
Non-Fiction
Science & Technology
Economics
Information Technology
Knowledge economy
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