| To effectively transfer information technology (IT) to developing countries and to measure its impact, baseline information is needed. A cross-sectional survey was conducted to assess IT diffusion factors and to test the relationships between computer use, attitudes, and personality types among people working in non-governmental organizations in Cote d'Ivoire. The results showed that over 50% of the respondents had access to, had positive attitudes toward, and/or used computers, and 25% had access to and used e-mail and/or the Internet. Those who were using a computer had some experience with word-processing and spreadsheet but were less familiar with specialized software. The data did not support the proposed hypotheses: (1) there is an association between computer use and attitude, and (2) there is an association between computer attitude and personality type. The results provide directions for IT training and suggest that interpersonal communication may be the most effective catalyst for behavioral change. |
