Abstract
Bimodality of the information technology (IT) function is one answer to the changed expectations towards and perceptions of IT’s role within an organization. Bimodal IT aims at leveraging ambidextrous capabilities, allowing to engage in explorative and exploitative activities at the same time. Research interest of this phenomenon is growing, but there is a lack of cumulative knowledge on bimodal IT including research on the related concepts of structural ambidexterity and IT ambidexterity. Through a systematic literature review of 42 papers published in a wide range of academic outlets, we identify and describe four research themes which are summarized in a conceptual model of forms of bimodal IT, antecedents, facilitators and barriers, and outcomes. Furthermore, we discuss the critique the phenomenon is facing in practice and propose a research agenda. The study contributes to both research and practice by synthesizing existing knowledge and providing guidance for further research.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Wirtschaftsinformatik (WI) |
Editors | Sven Laumer, Martin Matzner |
Number of pages | 17 |
Place of Publication | Atlanta, GA |
Publisher | Association for Information Systems. AIS Electronic Library (AISeL) |
Publication date | 2022 |
Article number | 5 |
Publication status | Published - 2022 |
Event | 17th International Conference on Wirtschaftsinformatik. WI 2022 - Online, Nuremberg, Germany Duration: 21 Feb 2022 → 23 Feb 2022 Conference number: 17 https://wi22.de/en/home-en/ |
Conference
Conference | 17th International Conference on Wirtschaftsinformatik. WI 2022 |
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Number | 17 |
Location | Online |
Country/Territory | Germany |
City | Nuremberg |
Period | 21/02/2022 → 23/02/2022 |
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Keywords
- Biomodal IT
- Structural ambidexterity
- IT organization
- Literature review