Challenges of Cloud Computing Adoption From the TOE Framework Perspective

Abstract

Cloud computing can be classified as a third-generation computing platform which refers to on-demand delivery of computing infrastructure and services via a network, usually the Internet. Cloud computing promises to provide several advantages to its adopters such as: cost advantage, availability, scalability, flexibility, reduced time to market and dynamic access to computational resources. Notwithstanding the numerous advantages of cloud computing, its implementation and adoption in developing countries is still limited and surrounded by variety of issues. Hence, the main objective of this article is to identify the main challenges facing the utilization of these services in developing countries, particularly Jordan. To achieve the above-mentioned objective, six in-depth interviews with ICT officials and experts in the domain of cloud computing were used as the main data collection method. The challenges of cloud computing adoption emerged in this study are classified into technological, organizational and environmental factors.

Analysis of Critical Factors in Manufacturing by Adopting a Cloud Computing Service

“…In terms of the theoretical framework, Tornatzky et al [19] proposed the technology-organizationenvironment (TOE) model. TOE provides a clear analytical framework, which can be used as an influencing factor to verify the factors influencing the use of innovative/information technologies in organizations, such as the adoption factors of cloud computing [1,5] and the determinants of cloud computing adoption in higher education [20]. Therefore, this study uses TOE as a theoretical basis to develop a three-layer hierarchical factor table (a dimensional layer, a criterion layer, and a factor layer) that influences manufacturing by introducing cloud computing services based on the literature review.…”

“…In addition, it can help enterprises transform their businesses, gain flexibility, and improve operational resilience. Al-Hujran et al [1] also pointed out that the advantages of a cloud computing service are cost advantages, availability, scalability, flexibility, reduced time to market, and dynamic access to computation resources. Recently, the cloud computing architecture has added increasingly diversified and extensible applications.…”

Oiling the ‘Tireless Selling-Machine’ – Exploring Requirements for the Deployment of Social Bots in Social Commerce

“…Increasing competitive pressure and a highly dynamic business environment are forcing organizations to use state-of-the-art Information Systems (IS) and Information Technologies (IT) on the global market [36]. Through this use, they try to promote corresponding innovations and thus be able to survive on the market [36].…”

A Review of Evolutionary Trends in Cloud Computing and Applications to the Healthcare Ecosystem

“…Cloud computing reflects a tremendous transition in ICT and aims to offer immense benefits to many organizations and businesses. Cloud infrastructure aims to significantly reduce ICT running costs [80,81]. It also promises to deliver scalability [82], reliability and availability [83], agility [84], and flexibility [85].…”