This study fills a gap in standardization literature. It is the first academic analysis of national standardization organizations. These organizations exist in

The acceleration of the Internet and the growing importance of ICT in the globalized markets have played a vital role in the progressively difficult standardiza

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"This book studies the nature, relevance, and quality of standards with ICTs and the impact they have on businesses"--Provided by publisher.

"Given the limitations and uncertainties in the field of IT standardization and standards, this book focuses on the effects of IT standardization and IT standar