Exploring the influence of information and communication systems
What is it about?
Globally, information and communication systems (ICS) are presently impacting every aspect of human activities given its silent roles in business, learning, entertainment, construction, etc. The technologies have been widely accepted by the housing construction industry stakeholders as an impetus for the delivery of adequate housing both in rural and urban neighbourhoods. Though there abound shreds of evidence that ICS play significant roles in the development of all sectors, it remains unidentified how the housing sector in Nigeria is exploiting ICS in its housing delivery processes. This study investigates the roles ICS play in the delivery of adequate housing. It also examined the influence of ICS on adequate housing delivery.
Why is it important?
Information and communication management systems are described as systems that enable the processing, transmission, storage and display of material information through an electronic process. Information and communication system (ICS) enables individuals and groups to search, acquire and transfer knowledge, expertise and services locally, nationally, regionally and globally; it increases efficiency and productivity; it reduces costs of transaction and restrictions; and it makes businesses move faster and better.