Abstract
Much IS research brings a priori theoretical constructs to its domain of study, and this can generate
distorted outcomes. To avoid this danger, IS research should be 'lifeworld-oriented'. Characteristics of
the lifeworld are drawn from philosophy and applied to examples of IS research. Surprisingly, both
positivist and critical research can be both theorizing and lifeworld-oriented, though in different ways.
A proposal is then made for 'lifeworld-oriented IS research', which, by taking into account the
lifeworlds of both researcher and researched, can make IS research richer and more relevant.
Recommended Citation
Basden, Andrew, "Simmelian ties, organizational justice, and knowledge sharing in virtual workgroups" (2009). ECIS 2009 Proceedings. 119.
https://aisel.aisnet.org/ecis2009/119