Contributors to this comprehensive volume argue that the Arab educational system is dull, outdated, and stagnant and needs to adopt vibrant, innovative, and collaborative changes. This situation poses a financial, social, political, and professional challenge for most countries in the region. Information Systems Applications in the Arab Education Sector is a rich source of knowledge about educational reforms through the adoption of information systems applications and technologies in the Arab region. It provides a comprehensive account of current initiatives, approaches, issues, and challenges in the Arab education sector as it develops more viable and effective educational models with the help of technology and information systems, and reflects on the investigations and research findings of academics and the experiences of prominent practitioners.

After the introduction of Enterprise Information Systems (EIS) and Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) applications to many business organizations, the functional issues such as technical problems, security threats, persistent end-user resistance, and the excessive hidden costs of these systems began coming to light. Cases on Enterprise Information Systems and Implementation Stages: Learning from the Gulf Region focuses on the Gulf region and its lead on the enterprise systems adoption which has exceeded those in many developed countries. This reference book highlights experiences implementing EIS, delivering a comprehensive multi-perspective account of EIS issues, and explores the concerns, risks, and critical success factors of EIS for a variety of organizations. It aims to be beneficial for both practitioners and academics alike.