IT resources and IT capabilities as a driver of physical infrastructure projects performance
Year: 2018
Type: dissertation
Abstract: This study evaluates how Information Technology (IT) creates value in the performance of \nphysical infrastructure (PI) projects. The research model is based on the concept of the \nBusiness Value of Information Technology (BVIT) and relates the integration of IT resources \nwith the development of IT capabilities to promote the performance of PI projects. The model \nis evaluated empirically from first-hand data collected from surveys in public and private \norganizations whose core is the development of PI projects in Colombia. The empirical test \nindicates there is a strong relationship between IT and PI performance when the effects of IT \nresources and capabilities are mediated through the underlying mechanisms composed by IT \nsupport for competitive strategies and core competencies. The strong correlation between \npredictor constructs and PI project performance is confirmed upon calculating the total \neffects, after which the empirical results shall confirm the theoretical basis. The study \nincludes managerial traits like moderator variables and empirical results indicate there are no \nheterogeneity issues. \nWhen countries achieve a foundational level of physical infrastructure, namely in basic \nservices (i.e. water supply and sanitation), infrastructure for life and coexistence (i.e. housing, \neducation, health, etc.) and ports and transport systems, they promote their national \nproductivity and competitive edge, in turn increasing their social positions in relation to \nequity and sustainability. These transversal and relevant effects in the social context suggest \nto develop new studies in this field
Source: Americanae (AECID Library)
Authors: Molina Cuellar, Guilherme Luís
Language: English
Subfield: Management Information Systems
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2799912191