Adoption of Cloud-Based Management Systems in Higher Education Institutions in Asia
Abstract
Higher education institutions across Asia are undergoing significant digital transformation as they adopt cloud-based management systems to improve administrative efficiency and enhance learning outcomes. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this shift, forcing universities to transition from traditional on-premises systems to scalable, remote-accessible platforms. However, adoption rates remain uneven across the region, with developed economies demonstrating advanced integration while developing nations face persistent infrastructural and financial barriers. This study examined the adoption of cloud-based management systems in higher education institutions across Asia through a systematic literature review, analyzing factors influencing implementation, challenges encountered, and success patterns across diverse educational contexts. A systematic literature review was conducted, analyzing peer-reviewed academic articles, government reports, and institutional publications focusing on cloud computing adoption in Asian higher education contexts. Findings revealed significant disparities in adoption rates between developed economies like Japan, South Korea, and Singapore, which demonstrated advanced cloud integration, and developing nations including the Philippines, Pakistan, and Vietnam, where barriers persisted. Key success factors included institutional readiness, leadership support, and digital literacy, while primary barriers encompassed security concerns, financial constraints, and technical expertise limitations. Software as a Service solutions achieved the highest adoption rates. Sustainable cloud adoption necessitates holistic approaches addressing technological, organizational, and environmental factors while considering local contexts and institutional capacities.
Keywords: Cloud Computing, Higher Education, Digital Transformation, Technology Adoption
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