New Information Technology and Organizational Culture

Predictions of the effects of office automation on organizations vary widely. This article focuses on changes in individual work patterns, management control, and organizational structure that may occur as a result of implementation of office technology. The most significant change predicted is that...

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Published in:MIS quarterly 1982-12, Vol.6, p.71-92
Main Author: Olson, Margrethe H.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Business structures
Home based employment
Management information systems
Management philosophies
Office automation
Office management
Organizational culture
Productivity
Support personnel
Workforce
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Summary:Predictions of the effects of office automation on organizations vary widely. This article focuses on changes in individual work patterns, management control, and organizational structure that may occur as a result of implementation of office technology. The most significant change predicted is that organizations will no longer be limited by a central office work environment operating between the traditional office work hours of nine and five. Computer and communications technology will facilitate the relaxing of these physical constraints as necessitated by societal and economic pressures. Relevant research to date regarding the effects of the new technology on organizational behavior is reviewed. Management guidelines for preparing for the coming changes are included.
ISSN:0276-7783
DOI:10.2307/248992