Of interest? Apologies for cross listing. Leonard Obura Aloo ----- Forwarded Message ---- From: ICT4D <ICT4D@unctad.org> Sent: Wed, February 2, 2011 7:08:31 PM Subject: UNCTAD Call for Contributions - Information Economy Report 2011 Information Economy Report 2011 - ICTs and Private Sector Development To be launched in late 2011 UNCTAD Call for Contributions The Information Economy Report 2011 will focus on the role of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in private sector development. A distinction will be made between efforts aimed at addressing internal constraints of enterprise growth and efforts at improving the broader conditions and systems in which private enterprises operate. Possible benefits from more effective use of ICTs may include reduced business costs, reduced risk, higher productivity, better access to markets and increased competition. In this context, UNCTAD is launching an open call for contributions. UNCTAD is interested in receiving studies/articles related to how governments and other stakeholders are applying ICT applications to support the creation or growth of enterprises in developing countries. Evidence of success or failure cases is also welcome. Deadline: 18 March 2011 Contributions should be sent to: ict4d@unctad.org