Analysis of information and communication technology development in the Baltic Sea region states
2010
Zabasta, A., Euro Data Ltd., Riga (Latvia) | Rivza, P., Latvia Univ. of Agriculture, Jelgava (Latvia)
The paper contains the characteristics and analysis related to the degree of acquisition of information and communication technologies in the Baltic Sea region states. Networked readiness index is applied for the purpose to compare ICT development in seven countries, and to evaluate achievements and weaknesses. Regression analysis is applied to prove the connection between the degree of ICT development and growth of GDP per capita as well as the country's competitiveness rank. Particular attention is devoted to problem areas of ICT application in Latvia. The paper provides recommendations for the improvement of situation in Latvia mostly in the government policy regarding promotion, prioritisation, and vision of the ICT future.
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