In today's complex and dynamic world the need to be informed about what is going on in the environment of the organization is increasing rapidly. To this end, organizations implement a process called competitive intelligence. Competitive intelligence (CI) is about gathering and analyzing environmental information for strategic purposes. However, the noncritical implementation of these tools may lead to an information overload or to environmental myopia. To select the right ICT tools for CI, an organization needs to understand the role of ICT in the CI-process. Information and Communication Technology for Competitive Intelligence addresses this need. It assesses the role and possibilities of ICT in the intelligence activities from different perspectives.

The rapid development of information communication technologies (ICTs) is having a profound impact across numerous aspects of social, economic, and cultural activity worldwide, and keeping pace with the associated effects, implications, opportunities, and pitfalls has been challenging to researchers in diverse realms ranging from education to competitive intelligence.

This book contains the best selected research papers presented at ICTCS 2020: Fifth International Conference on Information and Communication Technology for Competitive Strategies. The conference was held at Jaipur, Rajasthan, India during 11–12 December 2020. The book covers state-of-the-art as well as emerging topics pertaining to ICT and effective strategies for its implementation for engineering and managerial applications. This book contains papers mainly focused on ICT for computation, algorithms and data analytics and IT security.

Information professionals should be able to take a proactive role as a strategic partner in their organization's competitive intelligence. Their role needs to focus on the "outside-in" approach, based on their organization's strategic needs and objectives. Competitive Intelligence for Information Professionals explores the role of strategic information and intelligence in organizations, and assesses the values and needs of intelligence in organizations. The book provides guidance on how to work strategically with competitive intelligence, methods for monitoring and analysis and a process-oriented approach. Chapters include discussions on how news monitoring and competitive intelligence interact and how this offers opportunities for cooperation between different departments. Cases from the authors' own experiences when working with competitive intelligence in international corporations are also included. Competitive intelligence (CI) is a new area for Information professionals Offers perspectives on a new trend within the library and information sector Provides a comprehensive approach to CI

Comprehensive coverage of critical issues related to information science and technology.

Smart watches, autonomous vehicles, and talking robots are now an everyday part of life for many regions of the world. The digital revolution has now permeated nearly every facet of our existence. This surge in technological advancement has ushered in what economists term an "innovation economy." In this era, the synergy between technology and business intelligence propels groundbreaking innovations, fostering entrepreneurial ventures across various sectors. These ventures encompass an array of industries, including agriculture, fast-moving consumer goods, hospitality, cultural and indigenous products, to name just a few. While these entrepreneurial endeavors bring forth creativity and contribute to circular economies within communities, not all manage to navigate the challenging environment successfully. This raises a pressing concern – how can entrepreneurs harness the power of business intelligence and innovation to achieve sustainability and a competitive edge in today's complex business landscape? Applying Business Intelligence and Innovation to Entrepreneurship brings a definitive solution to academicians, researchers, and students who seek a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic interplay between entrepreneurship, business intelligence, and innovation. By dissecting various types of organizations, from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to technology-based startups like Fintech, digital marketing, and community-driven initiatives, this book paints a vivid picture of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. It delves deep into the symbiotic relationship between local wisdom and innovation, shedding light on how entrepreneurs can seize opportunities presented by disruptive and unpredictable phenomena.

Journal of Information System Engineering and Business Intelligence (JISEBI) focuses on Information System Engineering and its implementation, Business Intelligence, and its application. JISEBI is an international, peer review, electronic, and open access journal. JISEBI is seeking an original and high-quality manuscript. Information System Engineering is a multidisciplinary approach to all activities in the development and management of information system aiming to achieve organization goals. Business Intelligence (BI) focuses on techniques to transfer raw data into meaningful information for business analysis purposes, such as decision making, identification of new opportunities, and the implementation of business strategy. The goal of BI is to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage for businesses.