Theorizing On Secondary Design

Matt Germonprez University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, USA

Dirk S. Hovorka Bond University, Australia

Uri Gal Copenhagen Business School, Denmark

Abstract
The observation that people tailor information systems in the context of use presents a dilemma to the current conceptualization of Design Science Research. In order to explain and support secondary design, we need to better understand the process by which such design-in-use occurs. This research presents the kernel theories, methodological approach, and preliminary findings through which secondary design can be observed and illustrated. By viewing secondary design as a set of language actions, we reveal an iterative process in which people engage active and reflective environments embedded in information systems. Identification of this process contributes a mid-level theory of secondary design which can be built upon to support the continued investigation of tailorable technologies.

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Reference:	Germonprez, M., Hovorka, D.S., Gal, U. (2009). "Theorizing On Secondary Design," Proceedings > Proceedings of JAIS Theory Development Workshop . Sprouts: Working Papers on Information Systems, 9(41). http://sprouts.aisnet.org/9-41
Keywords:	Secondary Design, Design Theory, Tailorable Technology
Item Type:	Article - Volume 9 Article 41 (2009)
Language:	English
Email:	Matt Germonprez (GERMONR@uwec.edu)

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