Kai Jakobs

Modern Trends Surrounding Information Technology Standards and Standardization Within Organizations Kai Jakobs

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; This book showcases the far-ranging economic and societal ramifications incited by technical standardization between individuals, organizations, disciplines, and nations--; Provided by publisher. Publisher Marketing: In fields as diverse as research and development, governance, and international trade, success depends on effective communication. However, limited research exists on how professionals can express themselves consistently across disciplines. Modern Trends Surrounding Information Technology Standards and Standardization within Organizations showcases the far-ranging economic and societal ramifications incited by technical standardization between individuals, organizations, disciplines, and nations. This publication serves as a valuable model for inter-disciplinary scholars, IT researchers, and professionals interested in the link between technology and social change in an increasingly networked and interconnected global society. Contributor Bio:  Jakobs, Kai Jakobs is with the technical staff at Aachen University's (RWTH) Computer Science Department and holds a Ph. D. in computer science from the University of Edinburgh.