Perceived Social Norms, Token Rewards, and Cooperation in Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs)

2023 | International Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 0

Authors: Dong, Sichen; Hu, Daning; Chau, Michael

Abstract: Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) offer a novel paradigm, fostering ... Expand

Abstract: Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) offer a novel paradigm, fostering members' decentralized cooperation towards collective goals. Central to this are token rewards, aligning individuals' interests with DAO's collective goals to enhance cooperation. We introduce a theoretical model proposing that DAO members' perceived social norms impact the effectiveness of this token-based interest alignment mechanism by influencing members' tendencies to hold tokens, subsequently affecting their cooperative behaviors. By analyzing data collected from the prominent social DAO, Steem, our empirical findings validated this proposition. Our study stands at the forefront of elucidating the complex interplay between economic incentives and social motivations in DAOs, particularly the interest alignment mechanism. Moreover, based on the basic rationales of profit-sharing arrangements in traditional organizations, we transpose this understanding to the context of DAOs, offering a nuanced articulation of the interest alignment mechanism, which is absent in the current DAO literature. Collapse

Topics: social norm blockchain structured query language application programming interface social media

Methods: theory development economic model experiment

Theories: economic theory

Research on the Psychological Satisfaction Mechanism of Video Platform Users' Re-creation Behavior

2023 | HICSS | Citations: 0

Authors: Dong, X.; Liu, Y.; Hu, C.

Abstract: Re-creation behavior is an important way for video website users to generate co ... Expand

Abstract: Re-creation behavior is an important way for video website users to generate content. It can help users understand and develop themselves, improve the retention rate of platform users, and promote the emergence of new business models for video websites. Based on the uses and gratifications approach, this study proposes a research model of the psychological satisfaction process of "motivation-emotion-intention" with the re-creation video platform as the research background. Through data verification using SmartPLS, the research results show that four types of motivations, namely mimicking, helping, validation, and self-expression promote the satisfaction of lurkers' emotional needs; two types of emotions, the sense of belonging and the sense of achievement, promote lurkers to generate re-creation intentions. Collapse

Topics: user behavior online community website intrinsic motivation

Methods: survey PLS tool data transformation exploratory factor analysis

Incorporating blockchain technology in information systems research

2023 | International Journal of Information Management | Citations: 0

Authors: Dubey, Rameshwar; Gupta, Manjul; Mikalef, Patrick; Akter, Shahriar

Abstract: In this Editorial Note for the special issue on "Incorporating Blockchain Techno ... Expand

Abstract: In this Editorial Note for the special issue on "Incorporating Blockchain Technology in Information Systems Research," we first focus on the need on conducting blockchain research in the information systems field. We briefly describe the nine outstanding articles that were selected for publication in this special issue. The editorial note ends with a research agenda for future scholars interesting in studying the blockchain phenomenon. Collapse

Topics: blockchain innovation management customer loyalty digital innovation peer-to-peer model

Methods: literature sample design science case study structured literature research theory development

Cryptocurrency Payment Method for Retailers: A Systematic Review

2023 | Americas Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 0

Authors: Dyosi, Neliswa; Tanner, Maureen

Abstract: The retail industry is highly competitive and requires businesses to continuous ... Expand

Abstract: The retail industry is highly competitive and requires businesses to continuously explore and implement technological innovations that will set them apart. Adopting cryptocurrency as a payment method is one innovation that gives businesses a competitive edge. We conducted a systematic literature review based on an in-depth analysis of 28 published articles. The literature analysis shows that cryptocurrency payments adoption is a growing research area, although only a few studies have been conducted in the last decade. Our analysis of the results showed that retailers consider a few factors regarding cryptocurrency payment adoption. The considerations include the company's size, innovativeness, regulatory requirements, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, attracting new customers, competitive advantage, meeting demand from existing customers, and using the technology as a marketing tool. The study's findings will be helpful to those retailers who wish to leverage cryptocurrency payments as a business tool to gain a competitive advantage. Collapse

Topics: cryptocurrency database system innovation management perceived usefulness business process management

Methods: literature sample survey structured literature research literature study synthesis

Theories: unified theory of acceptance and use of technology technology acceptance model

Inquiry Frameworks for Research Question Scoping in DSR: A Realization for ChatGPT

2023 | DESRIST | Citations: 0

Authors: Díaz, Oscar; Garmendia, Xabier; Contell, Jeremías P.; Pereira, Juanan

Abstract: Research Question (RQ) Scoping refers to defining and refining a research questi ... Expand

Abstract: Research Question (RQ) Scoping refers to defining and refining a research question before conducting research. This step is crucial for ensuring the relevance and focus of the study, particularly in Design Science Research (DSR), where problems and solutions develop gradually. Literature reviews are a traditional method for comprehending the problem and determining key questions; however, they can be time-consuming and not worth it at the onset when lashing out in the dark. NLP chatbots such as ChatGPT can serve as a cost-effective alternative to clearing the way due to their capability to interact with users in a natural language-based manner and provide intuitive responses. The requirements for RQ Scoping extend beyond conversational support to include a framework for a sustained and iterative scoping process. An inquiry framework is necessary to guide and assist students and supervisors in fully harnessing the potential of NLP chatbots. This work incorporates ChatGPT into an inquiry framework for RQ Scoping, with mind maps as the visualization and the 5 Why technique as the inquiry strategy. Contributions include Design Principles, an IT artifact, and a Technology Acceptance Model evaluation (n = 9). Regarding perceived usefulness, the results indicate agreement on the intervention’s effectiveness in maintaining focus. However, there is less enthusiasm for mind maps as a communication tool. Perceived ease of use was also positive but revealed concerns about the query templates used by the framework. Collapse

Topics: artificial intelligence ease of use perceived usefulness perceived ease of use communication service infrastructure

Methods: chatGPT chatbot design principle survey natural language processing

Theories: technology acceptance model theory of affordance

What drives the purchase decision in Instagram stores?

2023 | European Conference On Information Systems | Citations: 0

Authors: Eggert, Mathias; Weber, Jannik

Abstract: The popularity of social media and particularly Instagram grows steadily. Peopl ... Expand

Abstract: The popularity of social media and particularly Instagram grows steadily. People use the different channels to share pictures and videos and to communicate with friends. The potential of social media platforms is also being used for marketing purposes and for selling products. While for Facebook and other online social media platforms the purchase decision factors are investigated several times, Instagram stores remain mainly unattended so far. The present research work closes this gap and sheds light into decisive factors for purchasing products offered in Instagram stores. A theoretical research model, which contains selected constructs that are assumed to have a significant influence on Instagram user´s purchase intention, is developed. The hypotheses are evaluated by applying structural equation modelling on survey data containing 127 relevant participants. The results of the study reveal that 'trust', 'personal recommendation', and 'usability' significantly influences user's buying intention in Instagram stores. Collapse

Topics: Instagram usability social media privacy IT security defense

Methods: structural equation modeling survey partial least squares regression computational algorithm literature study

Process and Strategy Mining in Real-Time Strategy Games

2023 | International Conference on Business Informatics | Citations: 0

Authors: Elbert, Nico; Stein, Nikolai; Flath, Christoph M.

Abstract: In this study, we introduce a data-driven approach for process mining in real-t ... Expand

Abstract: In this study, we introduce a data-driven approach for process mining in real-time strategy (RTS) games, which serve as a proxy for corporate decision processes. By analyzing decision sequences in gaming environments, we uncover strategic behaviors impacting performance and match outcomes. Our methodology leverages game data, enriching process mining research and providing implications for strategic planning in business process management. Collapse

Topics: process mining strategic management business process management decision support decision making

Methods: cluster analysis Petri net modeling language XGBoost event log

Sustaining complementor engagement in digital platform ecosystems: Antecedents, behaviours and engagement trajectories

2023 | Information Systems Journal | Citations: 2

Authors: Engert, Martin; Evers, Julia; Hein, Andreas; Krcmar, Helmut

Abstract: Digital platform ecosystems increasingly dominate the enterprise software domain ... Expand

Abstract: Digital platform ecosystems increasingly dominate the enterprise software domain, and the persistence of platforms depends on the sustained engagement of complementors. However, there is a limited understanding of its antecedents, complementors' evaluation of antecedents and the manifestations and dynamic changes of complementors' engagement. Therefore, we investigate complementors' engagement within platform ecosystems over time. We draw on actor and stakeholder engagement from service research to conceptualise complementor engagement (CE) and create an integrated empirical understanding of CE and its dynamics in digital platform ecosystems. Our embedded case study builds on 30 interviews with complementors in Anubis and Osiris enterprise software platform ecosystems. Inductive data analysis reveals five CE antecedents: platform resources and rules, platform value proposition, platform agents, customer needs and other complementors' value propositions. The antecedents are associated with three CE behaviours: generating, networking and synchronising. Further analysis of CE over time resulted in 26 different sequences representing stable and changing engagement trajectories, the latter comprising selective, growing and abating engagement as subcategories. We show how complementors' evaluations of antecedents lead to behaviour changes, providing a novel perspective on the dynamics underlying CE. Finally, we link complementors' evaluation outcomes to their (dis)satisfaction, contributing to the discussion on what drives and impedes CE. The findings implicate the debate on dynamic platform governance and inform platform owners about using cooperative and competitive approaches in the short and long term. Collapse

Topics: digital ecosystem platform governance enterprise information system digital platform innovation management

Methods: qualitative interview case study qualitative coding design artifact theory development

Formation and Action of a Learning Community with Collaborative Learning Software

2023 | Journal of Management Information Systems | Citations: 0

Authors: Eryilmaz, Evren; Thoms, Brian; Ahmed, Zafor; Lee, Howard

Abstract: This paper explores the formation of a learning community facilitated by custom ... Expand

Abstract: This paper explores the formation of a learning community facilitated by custom collaborative learning software. Drawing on research in group cognition, knowledge building discourse, and learning analytics, we conducted a mixed-methods field study involving an asynchronous online discussion consisting of 259 messages posted by 50 participants. The cluster analysis results provide evidence that the recommender system within the software can support the formation of a learning community with a small peripheral cluster. Regarding knowledge building discourse, we identified the distinct roles of central, intermediate (i.e., middle of three clusters), and peripheral clusters within a learning community. Furthermore, we found that message lexical complexity does not correlate to the stages of knowledge building. Overall, this study contributes to the group cognition theory to deepen our understanding about collaboration to construct new knowledge in online discussions. Moreover, we add a much-needed text mining perspective to the qualitative interaction analysis model. Collapse

Topics: recommender system collaborative filtering pandemic online learning system open source

Methods: qualitative content analysis descriptive statistic sociometry synthesis mixed method

Theories: cognitive theory

Managing Organizational Cyber Security – The Distinct Role of Internalized Responsibility

2023 | HICSS | Citations: 0

Authors: Faltermaier, Stefan; Strunk, Kim; Obermeier, Michaela; Fiedler, Marina

Abstract: Desirable user behavior is key to cyber security in organizations. However, a co ... Expand

Abstract: Desirable user behavior is key to cyber security in organizations. However, a comprehensive overview on how to manage user behavior effectively, in order to support organizational cyber security, is missing. Building on extant research to identify central components of organizational cyber security management and on a qualitative analysis based on 20 semi-structured interviews with users and IT-Managers of a European university, we present an integrated model on this issue. We contribute to understanding the interrelations of namely user awareness, user IT-capabilities, organizational IT, user behavior, and especially internalized responsibility and relation to organizational cyber security. Collapse

Topics: IT security user behavior information technology capability IT security defense password

Methods: qualitative interview personal interview qualitative coding grounded theory case study