Our Research Profile

In the context of digital transformation, one central research area concerns the control of IT projects, which represent a key vehicle for the development and introduction of novel digital technologies and associated application systems. In addition, our research studies the opportunities and challenges (at the individual, organizational, and societal level) resulting from the ongoing digital transformation. Here, our current research focus lies on the empirical analysis and socio-technical design of intelligent, IT-based approaches for the control of value-creation processes/networks (especially in the gig/sharing economy), as well as on the design and introduction of data-driven business models (especially in the manufacturing industry).

The overall goal of our research is to develop new theoretical and actionable knowledge on the socio-technical design and the value-oriented management of information systems. In particular, our research aims to develop new theoretical concepts and models that, on one hand, contribute to a deeper understanding of cause-effect relationships (how and why?) and that, on the other hand, enable the design of new business solutions, such as innovative product-service systems and data-driven business models (how to make it ‘better’?).

In terms of applied methods and theories, our research is characterized by pluralism. The underlying assumption is that the selection of the employed methodological approach and theoretical lens(es) needs to follow the research question under study.

Generally, it is a matter of particular concern to us that our research does not ‘only’ contribute to the academic discourse, but also creates value for businesses and society. Against this backdrop, we place great importance on actively involving practice partners in our research activities.