Conceptualising e-working: exploring innovative work practices for optimising work and travel efficiency

Jasper Lim, Michel Walrave, Bert Van Wee and Toon Van Der Hoorn

International Journal of Networking and Virtual Organisations, 2009, vol. 6, issue 1, 77-91

Abstract: The inception of 'third wave' Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) has the potential of enabling innovative e-working practices in organisations beyond the traditional home teleworking. This paper conceptualises the new e-working practices adopted by 'lead users' through grounded theory analysis. The findings suggest that lead users have adopted five different types of e-working strategies to help them optimise their work and travel efficiency. This study also found several barriers, such as organisational culture and employee preferences, which may reduce e-working. The authors hope that by conceptualising the various types of e-working practices, they will provide researchers and practitioners with the clarity needed to apply these concepts to their research work.

Keywords: information technology; communication technology; ICT; e-working; teleworking; travel efficiency; mobility; work-family balance; work innovation; organisational culture; employee preferences; home working. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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