Problems in the information services in developing countries

Authors

  • Jaime Robredo
  • Tania Maria Botelho
  • Murilo Bastos da Cunha

Abstract

Few consultancies to assist developing countries in the area of information systems have produced long term tangible results. The paper lists the prerequisite conditions for positive results from international
cooperation activity. These conditions are: initial negotiations, environment, infrastructure, conditions of receiving institution, information technologies, budget and financial resources, human resources.

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1990-11-25

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Robredo, J., Botelho, T. M., & Cunha, M. B. da. (1990). Problems in the information services in developing countries. Transinformação, 2(2/3). Retrieved from https://puccampinas.emnuvens.com.br/transinfo/article/view/1664

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Vol. 2 No. 2/3 (1990)

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TEMAS EM DEBATE: SERVIÇOS DE INFORMAÇÃO E BASES DE DADOS

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