英文摘要 |
Grounded on a technology-organization-environmental (TOE) model, this study conducts a literature review and expert interviews to identify the crucial factors influencing the adoption of electronic system for air cargo export operations in Taiwan. A framework with three dimensions and twelve criteria was consequently proposed. In total, 10 valid respondents were collected by expert questionnaire. An Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) was conducted to identify the key factors influencing the adoption of electronic system in Taiwan's air cargo terminal operators. Results show that organizational factor was perceived by experts as the most important factor. In sum, top management supports, direct benefits, security, pressure from competitors, and information technology experience are the five most important criteria. Moreover, a case study was also conducted to realize the benefits for adopting electronic system in air cargo terminal. Results show that not only the savings of cargo handling time, but also the intangible benefits such as manpower savings, service innovation, and customer loyalty. The results of the study can provide strategic suggestions for air cargo terminal operators when adopting the new technologies. |