Social Work Assessment and Information Systems: A Critique of Managerialist Models and an Agenda for an Alternative Approach

2019 ◽  
pp. 191-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberto Albano ◽  
Ylenia Curzi ◽  
Arianna Radin
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Alternative Approach ◽  
Work Assessment

Genetic Family Histories: An Aid to Social Work Assessment

1993 ◽  
Vol 74 (4) ◽  
pp. 195-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barbara Bernhardt ◽  
Julia B. Rauch
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Genetic Services ◽  
Case Scenario ◽  
Worst Case ◽  
Worst Case Scenario ◽  
Family Histories ◽  
Work Assessment ◽  
Focus Depth ◽  
Service Training ◽  
Agency Design

The focus, depth, and use of genetic family histories vary depending on the agency purpose and the client's presenting problem. Failure to obtain genetic family histories can result in inaccurate assessment and incomplete or misdirected services. In the worst-case scenario, failure to obtain such information and to advise clients of available genetic services are potential grounds for malpractice and wrongful-adoption suits. The authors discuss approaches to obtaining and recording genetic family histories and present criteria for referral to genetic services. The authors recommend that agency administrators consider consulting with a genetic professional to determine the appropriate focus of genetic family histories within the agency, design a protocol, and arrange in-service training in use of the protocol.

The Socio-Pragmatics of IT Artefacts

2007 ◽  
pp. 194-212
Author(s):  
Göran Goldkuhl ◽  
Par J. Agerfalk
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Design Approach ◽  
Theoretical Concepts ◽  
Alternative Approach ◽  
The Social ◽  
Action Research Study

There are many attempts to explain success and failure in information systems. Many of these refer to a purported socio-technical gap. In this paper we develop an alternative approach that does not impose such a strong dichotomy, but regards social and technical rather as dimensions along which to study workpractices. The developed theory involves not only the “social” and “technical” constructs but also other generic ones, namely “instrumental”, “semiotic” and “pragmatic”. We call this theory socio-instrumental pragmatism. To illustrate the theoretical concepts introduced, we use an example brought from an extensive action research study including the development of an information system in eldercare, developed through a participatory design approach.

Information Systems Usage in Business and Management

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 12-23
Author(s):  
Mihane Berisha-Namani
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Alternative Approach ◽  
The World ◽  
Management Functions ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Business And Management ◽  
Role Of Information

Information systems in the world of business and management exist to serve varied needs. This article examines the role of information systems technology in business activities and management functions and discusses how organisations can best use information systems. This study provides managers and researchers with a framework for effective use of information systems for business and management purposes and offers an alternative approach to investigate the impact of new technology. The author concludes that a need exists for further research in this field to increase understanding of information systems usage in business and management. The study recommends that more attention be paid to information systems technology, as it is key to better management and succeeding in business.

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