MSIS Theses and Dissertations (2012)

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    Framework for linking of mobile application innovations to entrepreneurial opportunities in Kenya
    (Strathmore University, 2012) Otieno, Philip Neri
    Mobile application innovation still an untapped entrepreneurial opportunity in Kenya and local developers are increasingly encouraged to think about accessing global markets by using the “windows of opportunity” offered by the multinational telecommunication companies. Existing mobile service business models have concentrated on markets that are more interested in using the mobile phone as a platform for entertainment such as music, games, movies, and television The purpose of this research is to establish a link between mobile applications innovation and entrepreneurial opportunities.As the whole research of mobile application entrepreneurship is relatively new and the impacts are wide reaching, a model framework of the research was needed. The aim was to widen the theoretical discussion and theory formulation concerning the link between mobile application innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities. The purpose was also to examine the drivers for mobile applications innovations, factors for mobile application entrepreneurship and the challenges in linking the mobile applications innovations to entrepreneurship opportunities. The primary data of the study are interviews of 10 organizations that dealt with mobile applications development. The research is descriptive in nature as it explains the situation in the industry as is. This research widened understanding mobile application entrepreneurship in Kenya. It was found that market needs was the most important driver for mobile application innovation in Kenya, while a thorough understanding of the industry was the most important factor for mobile application entrepreneurship in Kenya.
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    A Framework for Optimizing Adoption of ICT Tools by Health Focused NGOs in Kenya.
    (2013-11-13) Baru, John W.
    The extent of lCT use in health- focused NGOs has been on the increase in the last two decades. The number of NGOs has been increasing at a rate of about 400 NGOs per year since 2001. There are approximately over 6,000 NGOs in Kenya of which 22% are health-oriented NGOs. lCT use improves the efficiency of business operations in response to pressure from stakeholders and opportunities offered by lCT in improving business processes, among other benefits. The lCT sector has also developed better and more user friendly applications for use in the health- focused organizations. It is important to examine adoption and optimization of lCT in health- focused NGO in light of the challenges commercial organizations have had while adopting lCT. The aim of the study was to propose a framework that will optimize ICT adoption by health focused NGOs. This will contribute to the ongoing efforts of ensuring that NGOs reap maximum benefits from the lCT investments already made. This research also attempted to provide a framework on how these NGOs can re-align the lCT investments already in place and any other future lCT investments. The case study design was used and data collected using primary and secondary data sources with the management at the three management levels (strategic, tactical and operations, that is, SOT levels) in Bomu Medical Centre in February 2012. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 17; content analysis was used for qualitative data while descriptives were used for quantitative data. From the case study, the main lCT tools at the operations level were standby computers, printers, scanners, excel spreadsheets, Hospital Management information system, accounting and payroll software. At the tactical level, management mostly utilized some K'T reports from Hospital Information System. There was also use of other applications such payroll system, accounting system among others. The main weakness was inadequate linking of these lCT systems which led to inefficiencies. The study designed a framework to re- align the lCT tools to optimize adoption of the. lCT systems which was validated using the Technology Acceptance Model of lCT adoption. The most important variables in' lCT adoption was perceived usefulness of proposed systems, improved user friendliness in the new system and positive attitude to the proposed lCT system by the management. Other factors include knowledge of derived benefits, lCT literacy by employees and the targeted community. The study has come up with several proposal on lCT tools to adopt and to realign the current lCT tools using the proposed framework..
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    Management information system framework for juvenile justice system in Kenya : a case study for children service department Nairobi
    (Strathmore University, 2012) Kounah, Carolyne Atieno
    The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of Management Information System (MIS) on Children Service Department: the focus being on Juvenile Justice Supervision. The research objectives were; to identify existing Management Information Systems adopted by Children Service Department in Juvenile Justice Supervision, to establish the challenges faced in adoption of MIS and to propose framework for MIS development that will assist the Kenyan Government in Juvenile Justice Supervision. The study used the case study research design .The data was obtained analysed using descriptive and inferential statistical analysis.The first phase involved interviewing the middle management of the Children’s Service Department in Nairobi to identify the existing Management Information Systems used in gathering, storing , transmitting data and aid in decision making. The second phase involved content analysis of writings from Department of Children Service publications. Findings of the study revealed the following challenges or impediments to adoption of MIS for JJ supervision: lack of Information Technology (IT) platform, lack of ICT infrastructure and lack of information on potentials of MIS. The study recommends that the key players in MIS framework should include organization, technology, people, external partners and policies. They are to work together to create an Information System solution that addresses the challenges experienced by Children Service Department in Juvenile Justice Supervision.
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    Optimizing the Use of Information Systems in Non-Tertiary Institutions in Kenya:
    (2013-11-13) Kisaka, Michael S.
    In the 21st Century, it is understood that ICT makes it possible for businesses and organizations to reduce their running costs, increase their capabilities and thus enables them to shape inter-organizational coordination. This is no exception to schools. This research sought to establish the degree to which IS have been utilized in Kenyan high schools as they are a breeding ground for the next generation of decision makers and leaders of a growing economy who ought to be fully equipped to seize the opportunities and the benefits to be realized from the adoption of ICT. The objectives of the study were to: (a) Establish the degree used in high schools within Kenya; (b) Determine what the advantages of IS are in Kenyan High Schools; (c) Determine the challenges faced by Kenyan High Schools that do not have IS in place; (d) Determine what the main challenges of adoption of IS in Kenyan High Schools; (e) Develop a model that can be used in enhancing the adoption and use of IS in Kenyan High Schools. Employing a descriptive survey research, a sample of 20 private and public high schools was drawn from the target population of 195 high schools based in Nairobi and a questionnaire was administered to principals, teachers and computer technicians in the schools. The study found out that adoption and use of IS in high schools in Kenya is yet to be fully realized. A series of hindrances to this adoption include such factors as lack of support from the School Board and other stakeholders; limited funds and untrained teachers. From the findings the study proposes the adoption of a School ICT Board as the critical component tasked to execute the successful implementation of adoption of IS in high schools. Such an undertaking would require concentrated and collaborative efforts from all the relevant stakeholders including the broader school administration, government, donors, Parent-Teacher Associations, teaching staff and non teaching staff. The School ICT Board structure allows for adoption of ICT in school administration and consequently adoption of ICT use in the classroom. This model responds to the myriad of challenges that have been detrimental in the adoption of IS in schools.