Lemuria Carter

Citizen Adoption of E-Government Services: Exploring Citizen Perceptions of Online Services in the United States and United Kingdom

ABSTRACT This study presents a cross-national examination of e-government adoption in the United Kingdom and the United States. The results of partial least squares analysis indicate that disposition to trust is positively related to internet trust and government trust. Perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness have a significant impact on intention to use. Internet trust has a positive effect on intention to use. We conclude by highlighting cultural differences in e-government adoption.

Dispositional and situational factors: influences on information security policy violations

Insiders represent a major threat to the security of an organization’s information resources. Previous research has explored the role of dispositional and situational factors in promoting compliant behavior, but these factors have not been studied together. In this study, we use a scenario-based factorial survey approach to identify key dispositional and situational factors that lead to information security policy violation intentions. We obtained 317 observations from a diverse sample of insiders. The results of a general linear mixed model indicate that dispositional factors (particularly two personality meta-traits, Stability and Plasticity) serve as moderators of the relationships between perceptions derived from situational factors and intentions to violate information security policy. This study represents the first information security study to identify the existence of these two meta-traits and their influence on information security policy violation intentions. More importantly, this study provides new knowledge of how insiders translate perceptions into intentions based on their unique personality trait mix.

Sustainable production

Researchers and practitioners highlight the potential for information systems to promote sustainability in agricultural production, but little is known about the private and social benefits of specific agricultural decision support tools. In this study, we utilize the resource-based view to assess a specific green technology using an agricultural-economics simulation to estimate the quantitative benefits of this technology expressed as dollars saved and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. In particular, we employ a five-step simulation modeling approach within a micro-economic model of crop production to assess the ability of yield monitors to promote liquefied petroleum (LP) gas savings and subsequently reduce production costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with LP gas burning, and generate additional revenue at a market for GHG mitigation credits. We estimate that the total benefits of using the green IS to improve the harvesting decision would have been

How does the world connect? Exploring the global diffusion of social network sites

82 million in post-harvest cost savings and a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. We present this simulation modeling approach, a common methodology in environmental sciences and economics, as a viable methodology for IS researchers interested in modeling intricate decision-making processes that are impacted by technology. We utilize the resource-based view to assess the benefits of using yield monitors for Iowa farmers.We utilize a five-step simulation modeling approach to asses a green information system.Technology can promote liquefied petroleum gas savings and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Texting While Driving among Teens: Exploring User Perceptions to Identify Policy Recommendations

This study explores the main determinants of social network adoption at the country level. We use the technology‐organization‐environment (TOE) framework to investigate factors influencing social network adoption. The authors use cross‐sectional data from 130 countries. The results indicate that social network adoption, at the country level, is positively influenced by the technological maturity, public readiness, and information and communication technology law sophistication. Technological, organizational, and environmental factors altogether accounted for 67% of variance in social network adoption. These findings provide a first insight into the usage of social network sites at the country level, as well as the main factors that influence public adoption. Implications for research and practice are discussed.

Using a Fit-Viability Approach to Explore the Determinants of E-Government Maturity

Texting while driving has emerged as a significant threat to citizen safety. In this study, we utilize general deterrence theory (GDT), protection motivation theory and personality traits to evaluate texting while driving (TWD) compliance intentions among teenage drivers. This paper presents the results of our pilot study. We administered an online survey to 105 teenage and young adult drivers. The potential implications for research and practice and policy are discussed.

Ethics and Social Networking: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Evaluating Online Information Disclosure

ABSTRACT E-Government diffusion is of interest to both researchers and practitioners. The purpose of this study is to investigate electronic government maturity and its determinants. We use the Fit-Viability Framework to assess e-Government Maturity in diverse countries. We empirically test the impact of task-technology fit (TTF) and viability on e-government maturity at the country level. The results of partial least squares (PLS) analysis indicate that TTF characteristics along with a country’s viable resources and level of e-government development have a significant impact on e-government maturity. Implications for research and practice are discussed.

Exploring the Impact of Organizational Citizenship Behavior on Perceptions of E-Filing Success

Thanks to recent technological advancements, social networking has seen unprecedented growth. Services such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn have evolved from niche communities to active cyber-societies. In addition to an increase in the diffusion of social media, there has also been an increase in the amount and type of information that participants share in these online environments. In this paper, the authors integrate decision making research from three disciplines -marketing, theology and information systems-to explain information disclosure in online communities. They use these disciplines to provide a comprehensive review of existing literature and present innovative recommendations for research and practice. In particular, the authors recommend Potters Box as a useful framework for evaluating the ethical implications of online information disclosure.

Teen Texting While Driving Factors Influencing this Epidemic Behavior

Organizational citizenship behavior OCB and perceived organizational support POS have been explored extensively in the literature. highlights the need for more Information Systems IS research in this area. In this study the authors explore how technological advancements have improved the online tax filing process in the United States. In particular, we administered a survey to 102 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program VITA Site Coordinators to explore the role of OCB and POS on user perceptions of e-filing system success. The results and implications for research and practice are discussed.

A Bibliometric Comparision of the Usage of Two Theories of IS/IT Acceptance (TAM and UTAUT)

This study was designed to identify key components that affect teenagers’ intent to text while driving by developing and administering a survey to identify psychological profiles of teenagers who are more or less likely to comply with TWD laws. Such profiles may be used to create unique TWD law compliance training protocols designed to address specific teenager characteristics. The method included the administration of a 108-item Likert-scale survey to young drivers age 15 through 21. The survey consisted of a set of demographic questions; a Big Five personality assessment; and items to assess attitudes, norms, and perceptions associated with TWD. The results of the regression analysis performed on the data indicate the following factors potentially impact teenager TWD behavior: perceived behavioral control, subjective norm, and TWD concealment attitude.