Understanding Aboriginal Tribe Wireless Broadband Construction Trajectories Through Actor-Network Theory Views

Understanding Aboriginal Tribe Wireless Broadband Construction Trajectories Through Actor-Network Theory Views

A successful information and communications technology (ICT) construction project serves as a substantial reference for the promotion of related industries. However, in the past, only a few theoretical studies have been produced. Based on the network architecture of the actors, this case study attempts to explore the socio-technical interaction trajectory in Fuxing Township, Taoyuan County as an illustrative example for achieving a large-scale construction in Taiwan. The results showed that the successful promotion of network construction in rural areas hinges not merely on technology; rather, a complex network of heterogeneous actors, including people and non-human interactors involving the political process, is crucial in shaping the achievement. Mutual benefits and conflicts of interest should be considered when the government needs to invest in fundamental infrastructure and the private sector evaluates returns on investment. Digital and internet equity is also a worthwhile topic in discussions of how government should employ limited policy tools and budgets to achieve balanced local development. This empirical study was conducted through both qualitative and quantitative case analysis. The research therefore verified that the advantage of actor network theory lies in its comprehensive method of analysis, grounded theory for gaining insights from the views of a diverse group of actors, and use of the triple helix model of regional innovation to formulate an ecosystem to aid in the development of rural areas. Finally, we found that Actor-Network Theory (ANT) can be used as an important theoretical basis in the field of ICT construction research.