• 무역학회지
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• 제47권6호
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• pp.335-353
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• 2022

There are two aspects of digital trade: the digitalisation of goods/services being traded and the digitalisation of the transactional act. Digital data (i.e. machine-readable industrial data and transactional data) is the major driving force for both aspects of digital trade. Digital data is a non-rivalrous input, whether for production or marketing activities, and is thus able to be used by many firms or government agencies without limiting the use of others. Digital platforms provide online infrastructure for the interactions between groups, for instance, consumers and producers. The externality effect refers to the situation in which prosperity in one group on a given platform will improve the returns of other groups on the same platform. In the era of the data-driven economy, strategic trade policy can involve data-related policies. The major objective of these policies is to improve the competitiveness of domestic firms. For instance, firms may be subsidised if they use cloud services provided by specific platforms. This strand of strategic trade policies might be useful for increasing the competitiveness of small-and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) via the digitalisation of production/marketing processes. Alternatively, strategic trade policy may also exploit the externality effect via platform economy-related policies. Further, some countries may form data coalitions to facilitate cross-border data flow. This paper uses cases in Asian countries to illustrate which role these strategic trade policies can play in the digital economy.

• 무역학회지
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• 제47권3호
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• pp.57-73
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• 2022

The process and change of convergence in the economy and industry with the development of digital technology and combining with new technologies is called Digital Transformation. Specifically, it refers to innovating existing businesses and services by utilizing information and communication technologies such as big data analysis, Internet of Things, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence. Digital transformation is changing the shape of business and has a wide impact on businesses and consumers in all industries. Among them, the big data and analytics market is emerging as one of the most important growth drivers of digital transformation. Integrating intelligent data into an existing business is one of the key tasks of digital transformation, and it is important to collect and monitor data and learn from the collected data in order to efficiently operate a data-based business. In developed countries overseas, research on new business models using various data accumulated at the level of government and private companies is being actively conducted. However, although the trade and import/export data collected in the domestic public sector is being accumulated in various types and ranges, the establishment of an analysis and utilization model is still in its infancy. Currently, we are living in an era of massive amounts of big data. We intend to discuss the value of trade big data possessed from the past to the present, and suggest a strategy to activate trade big data for trade digital transformation and a new direction for future trade big data research.

• Journal of Korea Trade
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• 제26권6호
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• pp.20-40
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• 2022

Purpose - In recent times, the international trade environment has been changing rapidly, centering on the online market. In the post-COVID-19 era, small and medium-sized trading companies are facing the problem of not being properly provided with overseas market research, market trend analysis, and trade-related information. Cloud-based digital trade is being sought as an alternative to solve these problems; however, there is a lack of research on the intention to switch to digital trade among small and medium-sized trading companies. Therefore, this study empirically analyzes the intention to switch to digital trade based on the migration theory, and through this, attempts to identify each factor that affects the intention to switch to digital trade. Design/methodology - In this study, in order to identify factors influencing intention to switch to digital trade and innovation resistance of small and medium-sized trading companies, through previous research on migration theory and the PPM (Push, Pull, Mooring) model, each variable was selected for the purpose of the study. Based on this, a research model was established for the factors affecting switching to digital trade of small and medium-sized trading companies and empirically analyzed. In addition, considering the differences in the innovation propensity and maturity of information infrastructure of trading companies as the recipients of innovation, this study analyzes the moderating effect of the mooring effect and seeks ways to establish specific strategies according to the degree. Findings - As a result of empirical analysis, the pull effect was found to have the greatest influence on intention to switch to digital trade. However, the pull factor was found to have an effect on user resistance, and it was confirmed that it was a factor simultaneously inducing positive and negative consumption behaviors among users. In addition, it was found that the higher the company's innovation propensity, the higher the pull effect's influence on the intention to switch, and analysis showed that the push effect had no influence. In addition, companies with high information infrastructure maturity were expected to have a relatively high level of intention to switch compared to companies with low information infrastructure maturity, and the difference between the two groups was found not to be statistically significant. Originality/value - This study is a timely study in that it demonstrated the effect on the switching to cloud-based digital trade for small and medium-sized trading companies and that the cloud system related to digital trade is in full swing. There are academic implications in that it revealed that the pull effect is an important factor in the intention to switch to cloud service. Practical implications were presented in that small and medium-sized trading companies suggested ways to increase the value of the cloud system for switching to digital trade and a way to increase the switching ratio by minimizing the mooring effect. In addition, the study argues that active institutional support from the government is needed to activate cloud service.

• 품질경영학회지
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• 제49권4호
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• pp.609-622
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• 2021

Purpose: In recent years, several new attempts have been made to offer products and services based on servitization and customization for comparative advantage and customer satisfaction. Apparently, these attempts are empowered by new digital technologies. Therefore, this study aims to present new business cases with features of digital transformation era in Korea on the perspective of new quality dimensions. Methods: The study approaches the subject by presenting a number of recent business cases in multiple fields in Korea. All cases are analyzed and compared with "10 Quality Dimensions" and several related implications such as servitization, customization, digitalization and differentiated value. Results: The results of this study are as follows; the common core quality dimensions of case are customization, aesthetic and convenience. Furthermore, the critical role of technology is deduced as the core quality dimensions are built on new digital technologies. Lastly, businesses in the age of digital transformation must focus on the core performance of their products and services for customer satisfaction while delivering new core quality dimensions. Conclusion: Recent digital technologies are capable to realize servitization and empower companies to provide differentiated and customized products, services, and experience to their customers. However, it is significant to retain other factors for customer satisfactions rather than customization.

• International Journal of Computer Science & Network Security
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• 제22권2호
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• pp.297-303
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• 2022

The main purpose of the study is to determine the main aspects of the problem of socio-economic development in the conditions of the digital economy. The post-industrial era is characterized by the development of the electronic environment and the transition to an information civilization. In this regard, the developed countries of the world pay considerable attention to the development of the digital economy. However, there are a significant number of problems associated with this process. The country cannot be successful in the development of the digital economy in the absence of the necessary legal framework, an economic development strategy based on digital technologies. The research methodology involves the use of several theoretical methods for analyzing and synthesizing information. As a result of the study, the key problems of socio-economic development in the digital economy were characterized.

• Journal of Korea Trade
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• 제25권3호
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• pp.153-168
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• 2021

Purpose - In this study, we aim to explore new distribution strategies for sustainable growth in the era of the 4th industrial revolution, focusing on SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) in Korea, and suggest ways to upgrade the government's official distribution channel to the next level. Design/methodology - First of all, this paper explored the prior research, the current status of sales support for SMEs, and the changes in the distribution industry due to COVID-19 pandemic. Based on Moon (2016)'s ABCD strategic model - Agility, Benchmarking, Convergence, and Dedication, the study then derived directions in which official distribution channels should move and the new distribution strategy for Korean SMEs to secure competitive advantage. Findings - First, in terms of 'Agility', in order to upgrade official distribution channels, which are currently at some competitive disadvantages compared to private distribution companies, we must quickly introduce technologies for the 4th industrial revolution, such as AI, Big Data, etc., and establish precise strategies to strengthen the capabilities of SMEs. Second, in terms of 'Benchmarking', the use of "Chamelezones" has been increasing to enhance the competitiveness of offline stores in line with recent ontact trends. Therefore, official distribution channels should also benchmark such cases, strengthening their competitiveness by utilizing offline spaces more efficiently and effectively. Third, in terms of 'Convergence', in line with the rapidly changing trend of the times, official distribution channels should also promote active partnerships with media commerce, e-commerce and ICT platforms, as well as cooperation with private retailers, and focus on creating synergy effects through them. Finally, from the perspective of 'Dedication', digitalization should be promoted step by step, finding the sector that can accelerate digital among the value chains of official distribution channels, and continuing to discuss how to digitize it realistically. Originality/value - Based on this analysis, we have presented strategies and implications for innovating official distribution channels for SMEs, which will contribute to enhancing the competitive advantage of official distribution channels in the post COVID-19 pandemic era.

• The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Business
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• 제9권6호
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• pp.253-265
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• 2022

This paper examines South Korea's past developmental experience and its current strategy and policy initiatives to overcome global and domestic challenges and sustain economic growth in the twenty-first century, the digital and global era, to explain how the country became a high-income economy. The findings of this research highlight the following three factors: First, the most significant factor in rapid industrialization was the adoption of an outward-looking strategy, with the help of a highly skilled workforce and the development of high-tech manufacturing and services sectors, which was supported by the government plans. Second, the high R&D intensity helped South Korea become a global leader in information and communication technologies, which has emerged from a top-down innovation system that promotes close collaboration between government, industry, and the academic community. Third, according to the recently released Global Entrepreneurship Index, South Korea tops the region in entrepreneurship environment. Among the list of criteria, South Korea dominates in the ease of starting a business and enforcing contracts. They all play a significant role in encouraging investment, production, communication, and, eventually, economic growth. Finally, this paper suggests forward-looking developments promoting transformation and diversification into high-tech manufacturing and digital and green technologies.

• 무역학회지
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• 제42권3호
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• pp.1-24
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• 2017

본 연구는 2016년 WEF(다보스포럼)에서 화두가 된 4차 산업혁명이 무역에 미칠 영향을 고찰하고 우리나라가 무역 강국으로 재도약하기 위한 수출촉진전략을 제시한다. 4차 산업혁명은 종래의 3차 산업혁명 시대의 생산자동화를 넘어 사물인터넷(IoT), 사이버물리시스템(CPS), 인공지능(AI) 그리고 빅데이터 기술의 융·복합을 기반으로 생산기기의 초지능화 및 초연결성 실현을 통한 생산과정의 최적화를 의미한다. 이는 비단 무역을 넘어 사회전반에 영향을 미칠 것으로 전망되는바 본고는 우리나라가 직면한 저성장, 내수침체의 늪에서 벗어나기 위하여 전 세계가 직면한 4차 산업혁명이 무역에 미칠 영향을 고찰하고 나아가 수출촉진전략을 제시하고자 한다.

• 대한전기학회:학술대회논문집
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• 대한전기학회 2005년도 제36회 하계학술대회 논문집 A
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• pp.3-5
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• 2005

With the paradigm changes of electric power industry, such as deregulation, CO2 Trade, TBT so on, new requirements of power market force to develope fusion power technology. Korea power industry, which is much dependent on international trade, needs to build stretegic infrastructure to meet the energy shortage and digital society era. This Paper suggests the mid-long term target to build power industry infrastructure to adapt the new paradigm of power world.

• 디지털융복합연구
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• 제20권3호
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• pp.35-40
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• 2022

인터넷 시대의 도래와 COVID-19의 발생으로 많은 기업들이 온라인 거래를 진행하고 있다. 하지만 사이버경제가 작동하는 방식 때문에 거래금액과 고객번호 등을 허위로 조작해 재무부정을 벌이는 기업이 점차 늘고 있다. 본 연구의 목적은 인터넷 시대 기업의 재무부정 행위를 분석하고 해결책을 제시하는 것이다. 이에 본 연구는 중국 루이씽커피의 재무부정 행태를 예시로 분석하고 재무부정의 원인과 대응방안을 연구했다. 결과적으로 재무부정의 원인은 온라인 거래로 인한 현금흐름의 불투명성에 있다는 것을 발견했다. 본 연구는 기업 내부통제 시스템의 개선, 리스크 관리 시스템 개발, 종합적인 외부감독 시스템 구축을 제안했다.