Enhancing Practical Impact and Engagement in Design Science Research

Timo Strohmann, Dominik Siemon, Edona Elshan, Varinia Wittholz

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Abstract

This paper addresses the gap between theoretical advances in Design Science Research (DSR) and their practical implementation. Despite DSR's potential for transformative impact, the challenge of translating research artifacts into tangible, real-world applications remains. We explore interdisciplinary concepts to identify actionable pathways that enhance the practical applicability and real-world engagement of DSR. Our analysis reveals four key pathways: integrating stakeholder engagement throughout the DSR process, adopting a holistic problem-solving perspective, improving artifact design with user insights, and maximizing practical impact through strategic communication. These pathways are developed through a comprehensive literature review and insights from concepts such as human-centered design, systems thinking, and engaged scholarship. Our contribution is twofold: we answer the call for greater practical applicability in DSR by outlining strategies for operationalizing interdisciplinary insights, and we propose an initial framework for a more engaged DSR practice.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAMCIS 2024 Proceedings
Subtitle of host publicationDigital Transformation and IS (SIG OSRA)
PublisherAssociation for Information Systems
Volume2
ISBN (Electronic)9798331307066
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Event30th Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2024 - Salt Lake City, United States
Duration: 15 Aug 202417 Aug 2024

Conference

Conference30th Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2024
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySalt Lake City
Period15/08/2417/08/24

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Keywords

  • Design science research
  • interdisciplinary methods
  • literature review
  • practical relevance
  • research methodologies

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