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Defining the ICT4D plus Pro‐Poor Tourism Convergence Space: Synergies for Natural Allies in the Global War on Poverty
Author(s) -
Nadkarni Sanjay
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
the electronic journal of information systems in developing countries
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.41
H-Index - 18
ISSN - 1681-4835
DOI - 10.1002/j.1681-4835.2008.tb00231.x
Subject(s) - grassroots , tourism , poverty , sustainability , stakeholder , convergence (economics) , political science , economic system , economic growth , public relations , economics , ecology , politics , law , biology
This paper brings into focus the convergence space between information and communication technology for development (ICT4D) and pro‐poor tourism (PPT). On the basis of a literature review on each of these vectors, the synergies that can be derived and channeled into development interventions in economically disadvantaged geographies with ‘tourismisable’ assets are discussed. The need for a structured research agenda to inform such interventions in this convergence space is emphasized. A conceptual framework encompassing the principal constituents of the e‐tourism value chain within this space is proposed and critical success factors are identified. From the perspective of sustainability, stakeholder responsibilities across the value chain are examined and a case for nurturing entrepreneurship in grassroots tourism entities is made. Compatibility of the proposed framework with dominant constructs in development theory is discussed.