The Influence of Communication Technologies on Organizational Structure: A Conceptual Model for Future Research.

Allen, Thomas J; Hauptman, Oscar

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Publication Date: 1987

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The Influence of Communication Technologies on Organizational Structure: A Conceptual Model for Future Research.

Allen, Thomas J; Hauptman, Oscar

Communication Research: An International Quarterly, v14 n5 p575-87 Oct 1987

Presents a conceptual model that hypothesizes how information technologies may assist in accomplishing two key functions of communication in research and development: (1) providing state-of-the-art information on the organizational technologies that are employed, and (2) facilitating coordination across technical specialties applied to the same task or project. (NKA)

Descriptors: Communications, Information Networks, Information Technology, Models, Organizational Communication, Organizational Objectives, Research and Development, Technological Advancement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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