Publications
Publications
- October 1995 (Revised October 1996)
- HBS Case Collection
Singapore Unlimited: Building the National Information Infrastructure
By: Lynda M. Applegate, John L. King, Soon-Siong Neo and Carin-Isabel Knoop
Abstract
Describes the actions taken by the government of Singapore to enable the country to survive and prosper after it achieved independence in the late 1960s. Recognizing that its small size, limited natural resources, but excellent location placed it in a vulnerable position, the prime minister, Lee Kuan Yew, defined a vision for the country as an information, trade, and business hub for Southeast Asia. This case describes the evolution of the vision, organization, and IT infrastructure as Singapore attempts to extend its influence and reach outside its national boundaries.
Keywords
Information Technology; Natural Environment; Expansion; Policy; Infrastructure; Singapore; Southeast Asia
Citation
Applegate, Lynda M., John L. King, Soon-Siong Neo, and Carin-Isabel Knoop. "Singapore Unlimited: Building the National Information Infrastructure." Harvard Business School Case 196-012, October 1995. (Revised October 1996.)
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