Paper Type
Short
Paper Number
1750
Description
This conceptual paper reports on ongoing research exploring the expanding realm of organizational prosociality within the Information Systems (IS) discipline beyond the for-profit/non-profit dichotomy. We aim to develop a taxonomy to assess and categorize IT requirements in organizations that vary in their core values, control structures, and authority. This framework, when completed, aims to deepen understanding of how IT aligns with and supports the diverse motives and operational models of prosocial organizations. Our preliminary findings indicate the necessity for adaptable IT systems that resonate with an organization's ethos, governance style, and power strategies, fostering both operational efficiency and community engagement. We expect to contribute to the IS literature by offering a nuanced perspective on IT's role in enhancing organizational prosociality in varying organizational contexts.
Recommended Citation
Boxall, Emily; Ciriello, Raffaele; and Brooks, Jade Wendy, "IT-Supported Organizational Prosociality: An Exploration of Values, Structure, and Power" (2024). PACIS 2024 Proceedings. 13.
https://aisel.aisnet.org/pacis2024/track20_general/track20_general/13
IT-Supported Organizational Prosociality: An Exploration of Values, Structure, and Power
This conceptual paper reports on ongoing research exploring the expanding realm of organizational prosociality within the Information Systems (IS) discipline beyond the for-profit/non-profit dichotomy. We aim to develop a taxonomy to assess and categorize IT requirements in organizations that vary in their core values, control structures, and authority. This framework, when completed, aims to deepen understanding of how IT aligns with and supports the diverse motives and operational models of prosocial organizations. Our preliminary findings indicate the necessity for adaptable IT systems that resonate with an organization's ethos, governance style, and power strategies, fostering both operational efficiency and community engagement. We expect to contribute to the IS literature by offering a nuanced perspective on IT's role in enhancing organizational prosociality in varying organizational contexts.
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