Research Article

BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023)

Volume: 24 Number: 1 March 21, 2026
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BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023)

Abstract

Using official TÜİK (Turkish Statistical Institute) data on household internet access, this study examines how the digital divide in Turkey has changed between 2004 and 2023. Trends in access inequality across regions and income groups were investigated using R's descriptive statistics, regression, and time-series analysis tools. The results show that although digital access has steadily improved, there are still enduring differences between households in urban and rural areas as well as between socioeconomic levels. Overall progress has been aided by national strategies, but obstacles still affect marginalized groups. By providing empirical data on digital inclusion and its role in sustainable socioeconomic development in Turkey, the study adds to the body of knowledge on management and strategy.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Family and Household Studies, Policy and Administration (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

March 21, 2026

Submission Date

August 26, 2025

Acceptance Date

March 19, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 24 Number: 1

APA
Gökmen, A. M. (2026). BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023). Journal of Management and Economics Research, 24(1), 230-245. https://doi.org/10.11611/yead.1772859
AMA
1.Gökmen AM. BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023). Journal of Management and Economics Research. 2026;24(1):230-245. doi:10.11611/yead.1772859
Chicago
Gökmen, Ahmet Münir. 2026. “BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023)”. Journal of Management and Economics Research 24 (1): 230-45. https://doi.org/10.11611/yead.1772859.
EndNote
Gökmen AM (March 1, 2026) BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023). Journal of Management and Economics Research 24 1 230–245.
IEEE
[1]A. M. Gökmen, “BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023)”, Journal of Management and Economics Research, vol. 24, no. 1, pp. 230–245, Mar. 2026, doi: 10.11611/yead.1772859.
ISNAD
Gökmen, Ahmet Münir. “BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023)”. Journal of Management and Economics Research 24/1 (March 1, 2026): 230-245. https://doi.org/10.11611/yead.1772859.
JAMA
1.Gökmen AM. BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023). Journal of Management and Economics Research. 2026;24:230–245.
MLA
Gökmen, Ahmet Münir. “BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023)”. Journal of Management and Economics Research, vol. 24, no. 1, Mar. 2026, pp. 230-45, doi:10.11611/yead.1772859.
Vancouver
1.Ahmet Münir Gökmen. BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN TÜRKIYE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES ON ICT ADOPTION (2004–2023). Journal of Management and Economics Research. 2026 Mar. 1;24(1):230-45. doi:10.11611/yead.1772859