Talk:Informatization

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Lead Paragraph

The lead paragraph used the word extent, which to me seems to be suggesting that Informatization is a measure of some kind, perhaps an economic indicator or index. But in the succeeding paragraphs it was defined as a process.

The lead paragraph, particularly the first sentence should capture both meanings if they are both valid. Anyone suggests a reformulation?

I think the word extent is too vague, if it is an index then it should be stated as such but I have not have enough research to say so. Do you think I make sense or am I just quibbling over terms?--Matangdilis (talk) 03:36, 31 July 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Suggest a new section

You may want to suggest a new section here like digital divide and informatization.--Matangdilis (talk) 01:50, 7 August 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Can I suggest that we include a section on "Globalizationa and Informatization"?.--Mat.espino

-Hi mat. that would be great would you be contributing the info on that? i wouldn't want to increase the number of empty sections if no one has secondary sources on it.--Matangdilis (talk) 11:05, 18 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Ok, I will input it today. --Mat.espino —Preceding unsigned comment added by Mat.espino (talk • contribs) 04:48, 19 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

I have added a new section on the measurement of informatization, please comment if I read the source correctly. --Matangdilis (talk) 06:19, 19 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Hi mat I have moved your text here because I am worried that an excerpt may have problems with copyright of the author. Would it be possible to rewrite this without an giving an excerpt? --Matangdilis (talk) 04:19, 20 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Globalization and Informatization

(excerpts from the article by Randy Kluver entitled "Globalization, Informatization, and Intercultural Communication)

Thomas Friedman is one of the numerous commentators and analysts who have ascribed tremendous importance to the forces of globalization and informatization that have already redefined industries, politics, and cultures, and perhaps the underlying rules of social order.
Globalization is typically defined in reference to the interconnectedness of political entities, economic relationships, or even computer works. Globalization refers primarily to the ways in which economic and industrial institutions (such as industries or corporations) interact in various locations throughout the world, with primacy given to no specific geographic location. At a recent Davos Economic Forum in Switzerland, Humberto Eco differentiated between globalization as a fact and globalization as a value. Globalization as a fact is the real economic ties, institutions, and realities that underlie a new economy. Globalization as a value is the extent to which we seek further integration of markets, pools of capital, and industries, although many seem to use the term to refer not to greater economic integration, but rather cultural and social integration.
Informatization is the process primarily by which information technologies, such as the world-wide web and other communication technologies, have transformed economic and social relations to such an extent that cultural and economic barriers are minimized.
These two concepts, globalization and informatization, thus explain different phenomena, but there is a marked overlap between their social, political, economic, and cultural functions. Although globalization ultimately refers to the integration of economic institutions, much of this integration occurs through the channels of technology. Although international trade is not a new phenomenon, the advent of communications technologies has accelerated the pace and scope of trade.
Observers of the twin forces of globalization and informatization have argued that these factors will likely have consequences far beyond the immediate economic context. Rather, they are likely to have a profound impact on the cultural and social consequences of society.
Others scholars argue that globalization and informatization are likely to diminish the concept of the national as a political institution (Poster, 1999). Friedman (1999) argues that as nation states decline in importance, multi-national corporations, nongovernmental organizations, and "superempowered individuals" such as George Soros gain influence and importance. As these non-political organizations and institutions gain importance, there are inevitable challenges to political, economic, and cultural processes.
The overall impact of these forces, however, is difficult to discern. Predictions that they would usher in a new utopia, in which demarcations of economic, political, or geographical advantage would no longer matter, have proven to be chimeric. In some ways, globalization and informatization have clear advantages for human societies, but there are just as many potential problems that arise, so that the overall impact is still merely a subject for speculation.
On the positive side, globalization and informatization can empower individuals and societies to engage in international arena for economic, political, and cultural resources. Moreover, these forces allow for the greater flow of information. There is proliferation of information about lifestyles, religions, and cultural issues. The telecommunications and computer networks also allow for unprecedented global activism. This democratization of information increases the potential for international harmony, although it by no means guarantees it.
On the negative side, however, these twin forces threaten to undermine centuries of tradition, local autonomy, and cultural integrity. Moreover, globalization establishes a global economic system in which those with the most capital are best able to capitalize on the global market, setting up what Friedman calls a "winner take all" system (1999, p 245).
Finally, one of the potentially most devastating impact of the forces of globalization and informatization is that there is created an insidious conflict between the new global economic order and the local, or even tribal, interests. Moreover, the aggressive nature of the forces of globalization and informatization make mutual acceptance untenable. It is impossible to stand outside the global world, as these are too many political, economic, social, and even technological forces pushing nations and societies in that direction. Although, it might be possible for an individual to refuse to cooperate, the very nature of the globalized world make it impossible for whole societies to stand against it and still prosper.

it looks awkward having the title in the main page without content so I am moving the title here as well till it is finally settled by Mat. 124.106.237.57 (talk) 12:47, 22 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Share a source

If you have more source than you can handle you may want to share it with us so that we can help you with the input.--Matangdilis (talk) 01:50, 7 August 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Matangdilis. I do not know how to incorporate the information of the European Academy of Informatization

C:\Documents and Settings\Maita\My Documents\My Education\EDDE230\Wiki Sources\World Information Distributed University - Bridging the Future.mht --Mat.espino

-Mat you gave us a link to your local file, may we have the web address of that source?--Matangdilis (talk) 11:00, 18 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Matangdilis. Here it is: http://www.aeiedu.be/

--Mat.espino —Preceding unsigned comment added by Mat.espino (talk • contribs) 04:50, 19 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

-Thanks Mat I will check it out. It appears to be one of the external links.----Matangdilis (talk) 06:18, 19 September 2008 (UTC) —Preceding unsigned comment added by Matangdilis (talk • contribs) 06:15, 19 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

On National Laws on informatization

If there are not enough laws perhaps it could be expanded to include national policies.--Matangdilis (talk) 02:05, 7 August 2008 (UTC)[reply]