The assimilation and diffusion of geophysical information systems in the Australian mining sector

Abstract

Industry contextualization, specific classes of technology and supply relationships have had little impact in understanding technology innovations in Diffusion of Innovations studies. This research uses a qualitative, multiple case study approach to determine the impact of contextualization on the assimilation and diffusion of technological innovation. This research takes a sector wide approach which includes each of the above factors and also critically examines the relationships between these previously unaccounted factors as a determinant of change.