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A socio-technical analysis of software policy in Korea: Towards a central role for building ICT ecosystems

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  • Kim, Hongbum
  • Shin, Dong-Hee
  • Lee, Daeho

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Software has become a core component of the information and communication technology (ICT) industry. While South Korea makes active software promotion efforts, the performances and outcomes of such attempts have not been remarkable. Applying a socio-technical system framework, in this study we address fundamental problems of the software industry and successive software policies that have been implemented in Korea. Based on in-depth analysis, we suggest implications for more effective and productive software policy. With the aim of spurring a strong shift in the software industry, culture, and society towards a central role for building the ICT ecosystem, we provide suggestions regarding the concept of a social platform, the importance of core technology, and key properties. Other countries can use this study as a reference as they promote their own software industries.

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  • Kim, Hongbum & Shin, Dong-Hee & Lee, Daeho, 2015. "A socio-technical analysis of software policy in Korea: Towards a central role for building ICT ecosystems," Telecommunications Policy, Elsevier, vol. 39(11), pages 944-956.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:telpol:v:39:y:2015:i:11:p:944-956
    DOI: 10.1016/j.telpol.2015.09.001
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