INFORMATION SYSTEMS RESEARCH
Scope & Guideline
Empowering innovation through rigorous research in information systems.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Information Technology and Organizational Behavior:
Research on how information technology influences organizational dynamics, decision-making, and employee behavior, focusing on aspects such as technostress, user compliance, and the impact of digital tools on productivity. - Digital Platforms and Market Dynamics:
Analysis of digital platforms, their structures, and the economic implications of platform-based business models, including studies on competition, user engagement, and the effects of market design. - Data Privacy and Security:
Investigation of user privacy concerns, data protection regulations, and the implications of information security practices in various contexts, emphasizing the need for responsible data management. - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Applications:
Exploration of AI and machine learning techniques in enhancing information systems, focusing on their application in decision support, recommendation systems, and behavioral predictions. - Health Information Systems:
Examination of the role of information systems in healthcare settings, including telehealth, electronic health records, and the intersection of technology and patient care. - Social Media and Digital Communication:
Studies on the impact of social media on information sharing, brand management, and consumer behavior, with a focus on how digital communication shapes public perception. - Sustainability and Ethical Considerations in Information Systems:
Research addressing the ethical implications of technology use, sustainability in digital practices, and the societal impact of information systems.
Trending and Emerging
- Technostress and Digital Well-Being:
Emerging studies focus on the impact of digital work environments on employee well-being, highlighting the psychological effects of constant connectivity and digital overload. - AI and Machine Learning in Decision Making:
There's a growing trend in leveraging AI and machine learning techniques for enhancing decision-making processes in various sectors, including healthcare, finance, and marketing. - Data Privacy and Regulatory Impacts:
Increased scrutiny on data privacy and the implications of regulations like GDPR are leading to a surge in research exploring compliance, user attitudes, and the impact on digital platforms. - Health Technology Integration:
The integration of technology in healthcare, particularly post-pandemic, is a rising focus area, with studies exploring telehealth, digital health records, and patient engagement strategies. - Sustainability in Information Systems:
Research is increasingly addressing the sustainability of information systems, exploring how technology can support sustainable practices and ethical considerations in digital environments.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional IT Infrastructure Studies:
Research centered on legacy IT infrastructure and its management has become less prominent as organizations increasingly adopt cloud solutions and digital transformation strategies. - Narrowly Focused User Experience Studies:
While user experience remains important, studies that solely focus on traditional usability metrics without considering broader contextual factors are appearing less frequently. - Conventional E-commerce Models:
The exploration of traditional e-commerce models has decreased as researchers shift their attention to more complex interactions within multi-sided platforms and the gig economy. - Static Analysis of Information Systems:
Research that relies on static, descriptive analyses without incorporating dynamic elements or real-time data is becoming less favored in favor of more adaptive, real-time approaches.
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