E-Government in the Federal Republic of Germany: How institutions shape local governments' technology policies.

This paper examines the adoption of e-government reforms, particularly by local governments (cities and counties) in Germany. The paper attempts to answer the question: What factors do elites in the policy network believe are important to explain the adoption and implementation of e-government reforms in Germany? The research uses survey data and interviews with elites in the policy process. ..PAT.-Conference Proceeding [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]