JOURNAL OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Scope & Guideline
Pioneering Studies in Accounting and Information Technology
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Information Technology Governance:
Research aimed at understanding and improving the implementation and maturity of IT governance frameworks within organizations, especially in educational institutions and government sectors. - Digital Transformation and Innovation:
Exploration of how digital technologies reshape business processes, entrepreneurship, and public service delivery, particularly in developing regions. - Cybersecurity Awareness and Practices:
Studies focusing on the attitudes and behaviors related to cybersecurity among users, especially in educational and organizational contexts. - Social Media and Stakeholder Engagement:
Investigations into the role of social media platforms for enhancing communication and engagement between organizations and their stakeholders. - Data Privacy and Ethics:
Examination of perceptions and practices surrounding data privacy, especially in the wake of increasing digital interactions and data breaches. - Health Informatics:
Research on the development and implementation of e-health systems and mobile health technologies, particularly in low-income settings. - Educational Technology and Learning Analytics:
Focus on the integration of technology in education, including online learning and the use of analytics to enhance teaching and learning.
Trending and Emerging
- Social Media Analytics and Government Engagement:
Increasing research on the use of social media analytics for enhancing government transparency and citizen engagement, reflecting a growing interest in digital governance. - Mobile Health Technologies (mHealth):
A surge in studies focusing on mobile health applications, particularly in conflict-affected regions, emphasizing the potential of technology to improve health outcomes. - AI and Machine Learning Applications:
Emerging interest in leveraging AI and machine learning for predictive modeling in healthcare and other industries, highlighting the relevance of advanced technologies in decision-making. - Data Privacy and User Awareness:
Heightened focus on data privacy issues, including user awareness and the ethics of data handling, particularly in light of recent data breaches and privacy legislation. - Interoperability in Health Information Systems:
Growing emphasis on developing frameworks for interoperability in e-health systems, showcasing the need for integrated solutions in healthcare delivery. - Digital Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ecosystems:
Research exploring how digital technologies are fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, particularly in the context of developing economies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Software Development Approaches:
There seems to be a declining emphasis on traditional software development methodologies, with more focus shifting towards agile and service-oriented frameworks. - Generalist Studies on ICT Impact:
Broad studies discussing the impact of ICT in developing economies are becoming less frequent, as the journal increasingly favors more specific, context-driven research. - Theoretical Frameworks without Empirical Evidence:
There is a noticeable reduction in papers that propose theoretical frameworks without substantial empirical validation, indicating a trend towards more applicable and evidence-based research. - Focus on Established Markets:
Research focusing on established markets is diminishing, as the journal pivots towards addressing issues pertinent to developing economies. - Generic Cybersecurity Practices:
The journal appears to be moving away from generic studies on cybersecurity practices, honing in on specific behavioral insights and context-specific challenges.
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