Hyun Joon Chang

Determinants of player acceptance of mobile social network games: An application of extended technology acceptance model

In recent years, mobile devices and social network games (SNGs) have gained wide popularity among the mainstream users. The present study aims to investigate the psychological elements that may contribute to user behaviors regarding mobile-social network games (M-SNGs). This study introduces an integrated model for M-SNGs. Statistical results from an online survey of players of M-SNGs indicate that the proposed research model effectively demonstrates and examines player acceptance of and attitudes toward M-SNGs. This research model is valid, and illustrates not only perceived enjoyment and usefulness as determinant variables of intention to use among players, but also perceived mobility together with perceived control and skill as motivational factors for players. The results also describe that satisfaction has a moderate role, which in turn has significant effects on multiple connections in the research model. Both theoretical and practical implications are provided based on the findings.

Post-Catch-Up Strategy for Medium-Sized South Korean Firms: Improving Technological Capabilities by Balancing R&D Intensity and Open Innovation

Abstract This study examines how R&D intensity and open innovation affect the technological capabilities of firms in newly-developed countries, such as South Korea. East Asian latecomers are transitioning from a catch-up phase toward becoming leaders, and they are engaging in open innovation activities to drive this transition. This research quantitatively analyzes three kinds of open innovation activities—outside-in, inside-out, and coupled—to investigate their influence upon technological capabilities, while also considering the effect of R&D intensity. Data from 75 South Korean medium-sized firms were analyzed, and two major findings are reported. First, technological capabilities are enhanced by some open innovation activities and by R&D intensity. Second, R&D intensity negatively moderates the impact of open innovation activities on technological capabilities. Therefore, it may be concluded that firms with relatively low R&D intensity will gain the most benefit from increasing their open innovation activities.

What is the Right R&D Strategy for Overcoming the Difficulties of the South Korean IT Industry?

This study proposes new strategies for the information technology (IT) industry in South Korea, provides objectives for the South Korean IT industry and articulates the roles of the Korean government agencies, companies and users. Specifically, it covers South Korean IT strategies employed during several periods, including a stagnant period and a more recent period reflecting new successful IT environments of developed countries. South Korean IT companies should recognize the importance of user interface and user experience technologies as a next key global IT industry trend. Raising this awareness is critical in increasing the global competitiveness of the Korean IT industry. Furthermore, South Korean government agencies should take more active role in constructing and improving interactive environments that would benefit both companies and users. For future research, it is imperative to investigate the specific roles of companies, users and government agencies with respect to IT usage.