Organizational Semiotics: Evolving a Science of Information Systems (IFIP TC8; WG8.1 Working Conference on Organizational Semiotics)

This work delves into the interdisciplinary field of organizational semiotics, exploring how signs and meanings influence information systems within organizations. The authors, Kecheng Liu, Rodney J. Clarke, and Peter Bøgh Andersen, meticulously analyze the foundational concepts essential to understanding the interplay between communication and information technology. Through a compilation of research contributions, they aim to evolve a robust science of information systems, offering insights that bridge theory and practical application in organizational contexts.

By critiquing traditional communication models and introducing semiotic principles, the book provides readers with a fresh perspective on how organizations can enhance their information systems. It challenges the status quo, presenting a narrative that emphasizes the significance of semiotics in shaping effective communication strategies and operational practices in modern enterprises. This scholarly work is poised to be invaluable for researchers, practitioners, and students keen on grasping the complexities of organizational dynamics in the digital age.