Studying Human Resource Information Systems Implementation using Adaptive Structuration Theory

2011 ◽  
pp. 1715-1729
Author(s):  
Huub Ruël
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Structuration Theory ◽  
End Users ◽  
Adaptive Structuration Theory ◽  
Resource Information ◽  
Systems Implementation ◽  
Adaptive Structuration ◽  
Information Systems Implementation

Research on Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) implementation lacks theoretical depth and richness. For that reason this paper applies a theory to HRIS implementation developed by Gerardine DeSanctis and Marshal Scott Poole originally for studying information systems implementation, namely Adaptive Structuration Theory (AST). AST is based on Structuration Theory, a theory from sociology, and assumes that information systems and organizations are fundamentally interrelated. They influence each other mutually. In this paper concepts from AST are applied to a HRIS implementation at Dow Chemicals. The case shows how a HRIS’ philosophy through appropriation by end-users is being realized in HRIS outcomes.

Studying Human Resource Information Systems Implementation using Adaptive Structuration Theory

2009 ◽  
pp. 171-185
Author(s):  
Huub Ruël
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Structuration Theory ◽  
End Users ◽  
Adaptive Structuration Theory ◽  
Resource Information ◽  
Systems Implementation ◽  
Adaptive Structuration ◽  
Information Systems Implementation

Research on Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) implementation lacks theoretical depth and richness. For that reason this paper applies a theory to HRIS implementation developed by Gerardine DeSanctis and Marshal Scott Poole originally for studying information systems implementation, namely Adaptive Structuration Theory (AST). AST is based on Structuration Theory, a theory from sociology, and assumes that information systems and organizations are fundamentally interrelated. They influence each other mutually. In this paper concepts from AST are applied to a HRIS implementation at Dow Chemicals. The case shows how a HRIS’ philosophy through appropriation by end-users is being realized in HRIS outcomes.

Human Resources Information Systems Implementation and Influences in Higher Education

2022 ◽  
pp. 1314-1336
Author(s):  
Ashkan Davarpanah ◽  
Norshidah Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Information Quality ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Resource Information ◽  
Systems Implementation ◽  
Information Systems Implementation ◽  
Structural Assurance

The research seeks to develop and test a theoretical model to explain the implementation and influences of human resource information systems (HRIS's) for a Malaysian higher education institution. Data was gathered from 103 respondents in the institution using a survey questionnaire. Results show that system factor, through information quality, and institution-based trust, through situational normality and structural assurance, contribute to user satisfaction. User satisfaction and situational normality predict user-perceived HRIS benefits. Findings aid researchers and practitioners in human resource function when explaining user-perceived benefits and satisfaction with HRIS implementation. The research advances understanding of the role of HRIS in supporting human capital performance and enhancing productivity.

A Theoretical Literature Review on Adaptive Structuration Theory as Its Relevance to Human Resource Development

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 289-302
Author(s):  
John R. Turner ◽  
Mark Morris ◽  
Imonitie Atamenwan
Keyword(s):  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Structuration Theory ◽  
Resource Development ◽  
Structural Features ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Change Initiatives ◽  
Adaptive Structuration Theory ◽  
Adaptive Structuration

The Problem Adaptive structuration theory (AST) has had little to no attention within the human resource development (HRD) literature. It is important for HRD scholars and scholar-practitioners to be concerned with how new technology initiatives impact both the individual and the organization, equally. Unfortunately, new technologies are often introduced with no consideration of its utility to the agents expected to use these new technologies, causing incompatibilities and productivity losses. The Solution AST views the duality of structure between an organization’s structural features and its human agents. This perspective enables human agents when implementing new technologies and organizational change initiatives. Also, AST provides HRD scholars and scholar-practitioners with new insight into the interactions that take place during these change initiatives, providing support for current and future research efforts. The Stakeholders It would be beneficial for HRD scholars and scholar-practitioners involved with designing, evaluating, implementing, or managing technology in the workplace.

Capturing the Appropriation Dynamics of Web-Based Collaboration Support in Project Team's Work Context

2010 ◽  
pp. 95-116
Author(s):  
Athanasios Nikas ◽  
Angeliki Poulymenakou
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Structuration Theory ◽  
Project Team ◽  
Adaptation Process ◽  
Work Context ◽  
Adaptive Structuration Theory ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Adaptive Structuration ◽  
Collaborative Platform ◽  
Team Setting

This research applies contributions from the social sciences to examine how organizations adapt information systems in a project team setting. Its main concern is to study the set of events and actions implicated in the institutionalization of an information system. The motivation for this research has been to address the following questions: why well designed information systems are so often not successfully adapted or used by organizations? How the adaptation process affects and is affected by work context characteristics? In our research we are focusing on analyzing the adaptation process of a collaborative platform in a project team, in the context of the construction industry by applying adaptive structuration theory.

Investigating Appropriation and Reinvention along a Design Process with Adaptive Structuration Theory

2014 ◽  
pp. 337-354
Author(s):  
Tommaso Federici ◽  
Alessio Maria Braccini
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Structuration Theory ◽  
Design Phase ◽  
Adaptive Structuration Theory ◽  
Group Activities ◽  
Actual Use ◽  
Adaptive Structuration

The literature states that when an information system is introduced to support and manage group activities a complex pattern of actions (appropriation and reinvention) can be observed. Such actions might lead to an actual use of the system different from the desired one. The Adaptive Structuration Theory is commonly used to investigate the change in the users' perceptions about an information system and their relationship with it after such a system is implemented. Appropriation and reinvention of information systems might, however, occur during the design process, contributing in this circumstance, if properly managed, to reinforce the quality of the final artefact and the involvement of the users. With this regard, this chapter discusses the case of the design of an information system to manage archaeological finds, applying the adaptive structuration theory, with some adaptations, to the design phase of an information system. The chapter highlights the presence of appropriation and reinvention by users during the design process and suggests that some managerial actions consequent to such events might contribute to successfully design a system that balances conflicting requirements by heterogeneous groups of users, technology experts, and project leaders.

Applying Adaptive Structuration Theory to Health Information Systems Adoption

2011 ◽  
pp. 1237-1252
Author(s):  
Dana Schwieger ◽  
Arlyn Melcher ◽  
C. Ranganathan ◽  
H. Joseph Wen
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Structuration Theory ◽  
Health Information Systems ◽  
Medical Organization ◽  
Adaptive Structuration Theory ◽  
Complex Interactions ◽  
Adaptive Structuration

Adaptive Structuration Theory (AST) is rapidly becoming an important theoretical paradigm for comprehending the impact of advanced information technologies. In this paper, a modified AST model was designed to illustrate the changing inter- relationships among the variables affecting the adoption and application of a new technology into a medical organization setting. Using findings from a case study conducted over a 10-month period, the authors apply the case to the model to illustrate the complex interactions between medical billing technology and organizational processes. As the organization attempted to install and implement the new system, they found that in order to maintain daily operations, they would have to modify and adapt several aspects of the organization, technology, and operations. As the system was slowly integrated into operations and the organization’s needs evolved through the adaptation process, the study, in turn, found that different iterations of the model could emphasize different structures. The case illustrated that the capacity to manage health information systems (HIS) often requires the organization to prioritize its needs and focus its energies on a critical structure while temporarily disregarding others until the primary healthcare processes are under control.

scholarly journals Human Resources Information Systems Implementation and Influences in Higher Education

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 65-84
Author(s):  
Ashkan Davarpanah ◽  
Norshidah Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Information Quality ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Resource Information ◽  
Human Resources Information Systems ◽  
Information Systems Implementation ◽  
Structural Assurance

The research seeks to develop and test a theoretical model to explain the implementation and influences of human resource information systems (HRIS's) for a Malaysian higher education institution. Data was gathered from 103 respondents in the institution using a survey questionnaire. Results show that system factor, through information quality, and institution-based trust, through situational normality and structural assurance, contribute to user satisfaction. User satisfaction and situational normality predict user-perceived HRIS benefits. Findings aid researchers and practitioners in human resource function when explaining user-perceived benefits and satisfaction with HRIS implementation. The research advances understanding of the role of HRIS in supporting human capital performance and enhancing productivity.

scholarly journals “Planned Benefits” Can Be Misleading in Digital Transformation Projects: Insights From a Case Study of Human Resource Information Systems Implementation in Healthcare

SAGE Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 215824402093388
Author(s):  
Aizhan Tursunbayeva ◽  
Raluca Bunduchi ◽  
Claudia Pagliari
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Process Analysis ◽  
Resource Information ◽  
Systems Implementation ◽  
Implementation Program ◽  
Human Resources Information Systems ◽  
Information Systems Implementation ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
User Groups

Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) are being implemented in many organizations but, like other technology projects, translating their potential benefits into meaningful improvements can be challenging. So-called “planned benefits” approaches are designed to aid this translation, but little is known about their success in HRIS projects. This study examined how a planned benefits approach was manifested in a national-scale HRIS implementation program. The results point to the importance of reviewing the benefits plan at regular intervals, to ensure the project can adapt to changing circumstances, and considering benefits at the level of individual modules and user groups, as well as for the organization as a whole. Adequate data preparation, training, effective communication, and process analysis were identified as key actions necessary for successful HRIS implementation and benefit realization.

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