Influence of Information Technology Project Management To Agriculture Sector In Uganda
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International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology (IJCTT) |  |
| © 2019 by IJCTT Journal | ||
| Volume-67 Issue-12 |
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| Year of Publication : 2019 | ||
| Authors : Raymond Mugyenyi, Dr. Jack Rusenzweig, Assoc. Prof. Annabella Habinka Ejiri | ||
| DOI : 10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V67I12P113 |
MLA Style:Raymond Mugyenyi, Dr. Jack Rusenzweig, Assoc. Prof. Annabella Habinka Ejiri "Influence of Information Technology Project Management To Agriculture Sector In Uganda" International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology 67.12 (2019):71-81.
APA Style Raymond Mugyenyi, Dr. Jack Rusenzweig, Assoc. Prof. Annabella Habinka Ejiri. Influence of Information Technology Project Management To Agriculture Sector In Uganda International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology, 67(12),71-81.
Abstract
Agriculture being a major activity that supports the livelihoods of the people mainly rural communities has been geared higher by evolution of information and communication technology through easy dissemination of information and knowledge in a cost effective manner. This paper assessed the ICT`s business values and contributions towards performance of agriculture businesses in Uganda. This paper also provides useful and practical guidance for agricultural enterprises that are considering promoting ICT business processes into agriculture environment. A number of benefits brought about by IT to the agriculture sector such as improved food security, production of quality goods, information sharing and improved profits among others have been elaborated. Information technology tools that easy the agriculture operations and make it more desirable activity have been identified and discussed. Important recommendations and conclusions have also been developed to further advance agriculture sector to the top most level. This paper also provides useful and practical guidance for agricultural enterprises that are considering promoting ICT business processes into agriculture environment.
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Keywords
IT- Project Management, E-Agriculture