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- Flensburg, Per, 1946-
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An enhanced communication model
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia. - : University of Tampere. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 1135-1144
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The concept of information is often taken for more or less granted in research about information systems. This paper introduce a model starting with Shannon and Weaver’s data transmission model and ends with knowledge transfer between individual persons. The model is in fact an enhanced communication model giving a framework for discussing problems in the communication process. A specific feature of the model is the aim for providing design guidelines in designing the communication process. The article ends with identifying a need for develop the model further to incorporate also communication within and between organisations of different kinds.
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- Ihlström Eriksson, Carina, 1960-, et al.
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Advertising in Ubiquitous Media Environments
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of the 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia, IRIS 30. Tampere, Finland. - Tampere, Finland : Department of Computer Sciences, University of Tampere, Finland. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 150-168
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper address advertising in ubiquitous media environments by empirically discussing challenges suggested in previous research. We have performed 15 interviews, 4 workshops and 3 brainstorming sessions with publishers and advertisiers. Our findings agree with previous research but also point out several additional challeging issues. We conclude by suggesting that the publishers are well suited to take on the role as pervasive service providers and identify four specificchallenges related to that role: 1) How to develop models to produce and make use of consumer information dynamically over time in a ubiquitous media environment?; 2) How to adjust advertising to consumer preferences, i.e. advertising on consumer terms?; 3) In what ways can advertising be integrated with services/content adjusted to context? and 4) How to create an arena for building relations between consumers and advertisers as well as between advertisers?
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- Lundh Snis, Ulrika, 1970-, et al.
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Competence Management Systems in Networking Organisations : Designing for Empowerment?
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia. - : University of Tampere. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 1236-1248
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Current trends among business companies imply that sources of human competencies are spread across intra-organisational and inter-organisational units into networks of organisations of different kinds. This paper explores the challenges for design of competence management systems (CMS) raised by inter-organisational collaboration in a network of private companies. We take the point of departure from the co-workers’ abilitly to explore and manage their competence. The research question to be answered is: How can a network perspective on competence management systems empower co-workers? The paper presents findings from an on-going research project aiming at identifying design implications of a network competence management system (nCMS), where the role of the individual is valued crucial for its success. We argue that there is a need to take a critical stand towards common assumptions of CMS as a tool for intra organisational strategic work - instead a nCMS should empower the individual member of the network organization.
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- Mirijamdotter, Anita, et al.
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eCollaboration and impact on task and task output : ten case studies
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of the 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia, IRIS 30. - : Department of Computer Sciences, University of Tampere. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 1103-1119
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- At present several developments drive changes in the way how work is organized in organizations. The major trends that impact work are the prevailing digitalization of processes and assets in organizations due to use of information and communication technology (ICT), open innovation, mobile work, and globalization. This paper examines eCollaboration in various settings with the aim of exploring impact on innovation, creativity, and productivity. In total ten cases are included. Basic definitions, on which the research framework is based, are given and preliminary results of the cases are discussed. These relate to organisational patterns and new working structures, use of collaboration technology, and e-Collaboration's impact on creativity, innovation and productivity.
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- Nyström, Christina Amcoff
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Viable Intranets for Viable Organizations : Incentives for shared and common Intranets
- 2007
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In: IRIS 30. - Tampere. - 9789514470486
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Abstract. The potentiality of the intranet concept, enabled by the empowerment of employees, is to a high degree missing in examples of successful implementation. Intranet implementation is not an end in itself. The purpose of this technology is to support an organisation. In order to make the organization viable, the intranet should be designed to support and facilitate interaction when sharing knowledge and communication throughout the organisation. This paper presents ideas to be considered when planning and designing an intranet in an organisation. These ideas are primarily based on the concept of empowerment and common making owing to the technology in use. First, making the view of the technology common can be carried out through the active use of Philosophy of Technology, here represented by the CUT-P model which shows the connections between conceptions, use, technology and policy. Second, ideas have been inspired by the Viable System Model. Corresponding functions in an intranet are presented in VSM terminology. Contributions can be divided into four paragraphs: Recommended functions based on VSM are suggested. Recommendations owing to completion of the policy with ideas how to work with the CUT-P model representing the Philosophy of Technology are presented. Furthermore, fundaments for 1) an implementation model according to functions and the corresponding changes in the organization, is recommended as well as 2) an interface model with the aim to develop the interface so the underlying technology is visible and the ideas of the VSM is �visible� in the interface.
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- Runardotter, Mari, et al.
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The question of responsibility for long-term digital preservation
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of the 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia, IRIS 30. - : Department of Computer Sciences, University of Tampere. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 1195-
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper intends to analyze and discuss the matter of responsibility for longterm digital preservation. The reason for this is that previous research has shown that for the moment the responsibility many times rests solely with archivists (Runardotter, 2007). This is a rather problematic scenario, considering that their professional background builds on archival theory, and that archivists are recognized as being connected with paper, or analogue, media. We thus concentrate on archivists' current situation and the impact of information technology and long-term digital preservation on the same. We start with analyzing archivists' current situation from three arenas - the local, the managerial and the national. Based on this we discuss constructions of archivists in relation to information technology, whether archivists are regarded as keepers or facilitators, and what kind of actor role archivists are assigned. Finally we discuss what the constructions imply concerning the responsibility for long-term digital preservation. We have found that archivists and national policies have a rather coherent view. The responsibility for longterm digital preservation should rest with management, and archival matters should be approached in a pro-active manner. Archival matters are a concern for the organization per se, and cooperation and coordination of responsibility issues is necessary. Finally, archivists should be participating actors in IT and long-term digital preservation matters, and focus on facilitating access to archival material.
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- Ståhlbröst, Anna, et al.
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Unveiling the mysterious needs of users
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of the 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia, IRIS 30. - : Department of Computer Sciences, University of Tampere. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 570-586
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Based on identified trends and weaknesses within IS literature in relation to unveiling the needs of users this paper aims to contribute to the field by presenting a method for eliciting, structuring and understanding user needs. The method, FormIT, is illustrated through a case study focused on increasing citizens' involvement in municipality matters. To FormIT we added a framework based on psychological motivators to structure and understand the needs. The findings from the study can be divided into three clusters. The first focuses on the technical solution, and product and service criteria that motivate the citizens to interact with local and central authorities. The second cluster relates to the needs expressed by the citizens and/or interpreted by the authors. They give an indication of needs that citizens consider important and that need to be considered when developing e-services geared at e-participation and involvement between citizens and public authorities. Finally, the third cluster of findings relate to the method and framework used to elicit, cluster and understand user needs. The most important finding and conclusion here is that the main strength of the framework is the discussion and reflection it generates.
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- Wingkvist, Anna, et al.
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Was it Pod Worthy?
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia. - : Department of Computer Sciences, University of Tampere, Finland. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 10-
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Students and teaching staff in higher education are constantly looking for new tools to help them study and teach more efficiently. The University of Canterbury began ProjectPodcast to introduce podcasting to a number of subjects as an add-on to the current course curriculum. Podcasting is being used to enhance mobile learning and enthuse both students and lecturers. Previous podcasting evaluations show that there exists a need for both audio content from lectures, or so called “LectureCasts” as well as supplementary material or “Sup!Casts”. In this study, the evaluation of ProjectPodcast will be performed in-house. We have chosen an established six step methodology to avoid criticisms that often arise when evaluations are performed by internal members of the project. The evaluation is aimed at both the student population as well as the lecturing staff in order to gain knowledge about their impressions of podcasting. Prior podcasting surveys have received low response rates, due to the choice of time, location and medium. Hence, our evaluation plan has been created with the goal of encouraging feedback from students and lecturers. In this paper we present our preparatory plan for evaluating ProjectPodcast.
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- Östlund, Christian, 1969-, et al.
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Multimedia instruction in a workintegrated e-learning environment : Findings from the early stages of a design researchproject
- 2007
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In: Proceedings of 30th Information Systems Research Seminar in Scandinavia. - : University of Tampere. - 9789514470486 ; , s. 683-698
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper reports from a design process within an e-learning project. An e-learning web lecture on how to search the World Wide Web was created based on narrated screen captures and power point slides. A framework grounded in situated learning was used to create the multimedia instruction for the web lecture. Flexibility vs. collaboration, multimedia instruction vs. multimedia interaction and situated content vs. situated use headlines the discussion on challenges where theory and practice deliver conflicting implications for system design.
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