The phenomenon of work and non-work boundaries in the Age of Information
Authors: Rodriguez Consoni, M.
Journal: Granite Journal
Issue: 1
Pages: 4-13
Publisher: University of Aberdeen
ISSN: 2059-3791
Abstract:In the academic literature and popular discourses, the issue of work/non-work boundaries emerges as an important societal problem. Analysing this phenomenon using sociomaterial approach allows us to problematise the assumed separateness of both work and non-work domains. We assume these boundaries are constituted historically, through and together with particular social phenomenon and practices. Currently, these boundaries might be seen to be distorted in relation to the ways we manage and use ICT. Therefore, drawing on a qualitative research approach, we aim to explore how organisational ICT practices and policies configure work/non-work boundaries in the Age of Information. Single Case Study Design and semi structured interviews have been chosen to investigate academics of a UK university towards doing an in-depth analysis, seeking in contributing to the literature on the interactions and constitution between work and non-work domains and activities, filling the gap in considering the problematisation of the boundaries through a post-humanist approach.
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