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Measuring ICT-opportunity index using generalized data envelopment analysis
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G. H. Askarirobati   , M. Fazeli-Khalili , S. Mirzajani |
| Department of Mathematics, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran |
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Abstract: (276 Views) |
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is an important structural part of modern society. This is why countries strive for constant progress in ICT. Information Technology Development Index (IDI) ranks countries’ performance in terms of ICT infrastructure and uptake. It aims to provide an objective international performance evaluation based on quantitative indicators and benchmarks. The results for this metric help policymakers monitor trends, identify areas for policy action, and compare their ICT developments. Bearing this in mind, the main purpose of this paper is to introduce a generalized DEA method that incorporates decision makers' preferences and offers a new perspective on measuring the ICT development index. In addition, preferred solutions are introduced depending on preferential information and improvement axis. Since the opinions of the decision-makers have been applied to reach the preferred solution, more realistic results are obtained. The results show that these solutions are a subset of efficient solutions. A total of 11 IDI indicators are identified based on International Telecommunication Union data. Assessments and rankings were performed using the DEA output-oriented model without input and the cross-efficiency model. In addition, for low-level countries, using preferred solutions, realistic targets are set following the preferential information of decision-makers to reach higher levels.
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| Keywords: IDI Index, Data Envelopment Analysis, Preferred Solutions, Cross Efficiency |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2023/12/24 | Accepted: 2024/02/20
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