As practitioners, we need to promote community interests at the national level by inputting into legislative and regulatory frameworks. Introduction of technologies need to be articulated to local community development needs and wants. Access to the knowledge economy can help address poverty issues but is not a development end in itself. Partnerships must provide groups with equal power a longterm strategy and vision are essential. Expectations and requirements of partnerships should be set in writing.
Technology is the easiest part.
To understand what is needed from a sociological, regulatory, political and technological perspective before initiating new projects. Educate people while they are still learning. Be led by the needs, not by the technology. Be aware of the things the technology can do and match to needs where appropriate. These must be constantly reviewed and adjusted.