Using Actor Network Theory ideas in information systems research: a case study of action research
Year: 2004
Type: book
Abstract: Actor-Network Theory has found some favour in information systems research as a tool for interpretation and description of sociological phenomena surrounding the use of information systems. This paper presents the case of a more proactive use in an action research project within a Corporate Bank. Here the researchers used the ideas as a device for understanding the turbulent social and political context of the research and to plan and manage the intervention
Authors: Paul Lewis, C J W Townson
Language: English
Subfield: Management Information Systems
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2401140924
