Perspectives of computer and information professionals, mostly from Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia but with a few Americans and other Europeans. They represent the often conflicting interes
"This book showcases the far-ranging economic and societal ramifications incited by technical standardization between individuals, organizations, disciplines, and nations"--
Jakobs (computer science, RWTH Aachen U., Germany) compiles 17 chapters that analyze information communication technology and e-business standardization within the context of how standards are shaped
"This book contains the latest research related to standards and standardization in organizations of all types and society at large. It also advances knowledge relating to standards and standardizatio
The opening chapter of this collection advocates for a new academic discipline to comprehensively analyze the problems of international standardization and highlights the need to invest in standards e
Jakobs (Aachen University) amasses cutting-edge research on the application of information technology standards in the marketplace, covering topics such as corporate standardization, linguistic qualit
