IT Value Research Articles

Comparative Evaluation of Primary Stability in Truncated Cone Implants with Different Macro-Geometries in Low-Density Polyurethane Blocks Simulating Maxillary Sinus Rehabilitations

After tooth loss, particularly in the posterior maxilla, the alveolar ridges undergo bone resorption. Therefore, ensuring the appropriate quantity and quality of alveolar bone is crucial for accurate implant positioning and achieving optimal esthetic and functional results. This study aimed to evaluate biomechanical parameters (insertion torque: IT, removal torque: RT, and implant stability quotient: ISQ) of distinct truncated cone implant designs (Sinus-plant and SLC) on polyurethane blocks simulating type D3 and D4 bone. SLC implants exhibited significantly higher IT, RT, and ISQ values compared to Sinus-plant implants, except in the 10 pounds per cubic foot (PCF) density block with a cortical layer for the IT (24.01 ± 0.91 vs. 23.89 ± 1.66 Ncm). The IT values for SLC implants ranged from 13.95 ± 0.19 Ncm in the lowest density block to 37.94 ± 0.45 Ncm in the highest density block, consistently providing significantly higher primary stability with an ISQ of approximately 70 in the highest density block. Despite lower ISQ in the lowest density block (48.60 ± 0.52 and 48.80 ± 0.42 in buccolingual and mesiodistal directions), it was deemed acceptable considering the inadequate bone densities in the maxillary region. These findings on SLC suggest potential clinical advantages, including reduced procedure duration and costs, improved stability, and the possibility of immediate implant placement following sinus augmentation, thereby streamlining the rehabilitation process.

Investigation of chemical constituents, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and nutritional properties of oil of Persea americana (Avocado) seeds

This study investigated the phytochemical composition, in vitro antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties of the oil of Persea americana seeds (OPAS). The flavonoid and total phenol compositions were quantified using standard colorimetric methods; the antioxidant potentials of the seed were determined using 2,2-Diphenyl-1-Picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assays, while the anti-inflammatory potentials were investigated using membrane stabilization (hypotonicity) and heat-induced hemolysis of human red blood cells (HRBC) assays. In addition, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC–MS) analysis was employed to characterize the phytochemicals in the oil. The nutritional indices (atherogenic index, thrombogenic index, and polyene index) were also calculated. Results indicated high total phenolic and flavonoid contents (25.78 ± 0.68 mg gallic acid equivalent per gram (GAE/g) and 72.69 ± 1.11 mg quercetin equivalent per 100 mg (QE/100 mg), respectively). The oil of P. americana seeds showed dose-dependent (25–400 μg/mL) antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities compared to the standard agents used (olive oil and ascorbic acid). The GC–MS analysis showed the presence of fatty acids including tetradecanoic acid (33.33 %), 9, 12-octadecadienoic acid, methyl ester (20.12 %), n-hexadecenoic acid (7.07 %), and oleic acid (11.60 %). Nutritional indices showed that OPAS had a very low polyunsaturated/saturated (PUFA/SFA) ratio (0.45), hypocholesterolemic/hypercholesterolemic (0.26), but high atherogenicity index (IA) (4.13) and thrombogenicity index IT (9.47) values. The beneficial potentials of OPAS revealed in this study suggest that it can be harnessed as a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent in phytomedicine. However, the nutritional quality and culinary suitability of OPAS with different oils require further study.

The Effectiveness of Osseodensification Drilling versus the Conventional Surgical Technique on Implant Stability: A Clinical Trial.

Background/Objective: To ensure that implants are able to support prosthetic rehabilitation, a stable and functional union between the bone and the implant surface is crucial to its stability and success. To increase bone volume and density and excel bone-implant contact, a novel drilling method, called osseodensification (OD), was performed. To assess the effectiveness of the osseodensification drilling protocol versus the conventional surgical technique on implant stability. Methods: Bone Level Tapered Straumann implants were placed side-by-side with both OD and subtractive conventional drilling (SD) in 90 patients from CESPU-Famalicão clinical unit. IT was measured using a manual torque wrench, and the Implant stability quotient (ISQ) value was registered using the Osstell® IDX. Results: According to the multifactorial ANOVA, there were statistically significant differences in the mean IT values due to the arch only (F(1.270) = 4.702, p-value = 0.031 < 0.05). Regarding the length of the implant, there were statistically significant differences in the mean IT in the OD group (p = 0.041), with significantly lower mean IT values for the Regular implants compared to the Long. With respect to the arch, the analyses of the overall ISQ values showed an upward trend in both groups in the maxilla and mandible. High levels of IT also showed high ISQ values, which represent good indicators of primary stability. Conclusions: OD does not have a negative influence on osseointegration compared to conventional subtractive osteotomy.

Deciphering genetic diversity in conserved cattle bulls to achieve sustainable development goals

The primary objective of Sustainable Development Goal target 2.5 established by the United Nations is to ensure the preservation of genetic diversity in domesticated animals. The ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources in India has been actively engaged in the conservation of cattle and buffalo bull semen for long-term storage. This present study aimed to assess the genetic diversity present in the conserved cattle bull semen, which would aid in determining the most suitable strategy for future conservation management. A total of 192 bull semen belonging to 19 cattle breeds were selected to evaluate genetic diversity using 17 pairs of FAO recommended microsatellite primers. Total 267 alleles were detected across all the samples which indicates substantial amount of allelic variation is being maintained in conserved bulls. Further, all cattle bulls semen conserved showed higher observed heterozygosity than expected heterozygosity which indicates excess genetic diversity in all the populations. The FST, F IT and FIS value across the loci and population is 0.146 ± 0.009, 0.054 ± 0.038, and − 0.105 ± 0.035, respectively, which suggests lack of inbreeding in conserved cattle bull semen. This study has established genetic diversity in conserved cattle semen samples to achieve sustainable development goals. In addition, it provides compelling evidence that the current approach for conserving cattle bull semen is heading in the correct direction.

Effectiveness of Tax Benefits for Information Technology Organizations in Russia

The subject of the study is a set of measures of tax incentives for the information technology industry in the Russian Federation — “tax maneuver in IT”, launched from the beginning of 2021. The purpose of the study is to identify and qualitatively assess the stimulating effect of the tax maneuver in IT, which is expressed in changes in key financial and natural performance indicators of IT industry organizations, and to develop proposals on ways of tax incentives for the development of the industry. The article describes the distortion of the aggregate tax reporting characterizing the IT industry, which takes into account not only recently established IT organizations, but also “nominal” separates from large organizations IT subdivisions or technically clarified classification code, making it inappropriate to use such reporting as a basis for analysis and reliable conclusions. Based on the data of the public financial statements of selected sample from the top-100 Russian IT organizations, the article analyzes the dynamics of financial indicators of their activities, among which are the profiles of profiles, operating profit, net profit, investment in basic assets, the number of staff, the amount of products supplied for export, the capitalization of the company. The observation was conducted for 2017– 2022 and covers the periods both before and during the engagement of tax benefits. A comparative study was carried out with similar indicators of the organizations of the “control group”, which included IT companies operating in other countries that were not affected by such tax benefits. According to the results of the study, small or no extra growth was observed in key financial indicators of IT organizations due to the tax maneuver compared with the “pre-maneuver” period and compared with the indicators of the control group. It is concluded that there is no evidence of a significant impact of the tax maneuver on the development of the IT industry in Russia. We proposed dismantling of the “maneuver” and transition, based on the Chinese and some EU countries approaches, to taxation of the qualified profit. The latter is the profit of Russian and foreign IT developers from the localization of IT development and value creation in Russia. The achievable effective rate is 2.5%.

Modeling digital skills beyond the IT workforce: construct definition, measurement and impact on digitalization value

PurposeInformation technology (IT) personnels’ technical, business and behavioral skills are critical enablers for generating IT value. In an increasingly digitalized working environment where non-IT employees participate in digital innovations, a focus on IT personnels’ skills only doesn’t meet researchers’ need for a framework to study digital skills and managers’ need to address digital skills challenges across an enterprise’s workforce. Nevertheless, the digital skills topic is complicated by conceptual ambiguity and a lack of theoretically derived and empirically validated model. The purpose of this study is to address this problem.Design/methodology/approachTheoretically, this study draws on human capital (HC) and resource-based view (RBV) theories. Empirically, it follows mixed method combining interviews and a survey.FindingsThe digital skills construct is a multidimensional second order reflective construct. While its development is influenced by an organization’s commitment and exposure to digitalization, it influences the value organizations obtain from digitalization.Research limitations/implicationsThis study conceptualizes the digital skills construct, identifying technology agnostic subdimensions that are meaningful beyond a particular digital domain [information and communication technology (ICT), information, Internet, Inter of Things (IoT)] and establishing a valid measure. Other researchers can improve both the indicators of the existing four conceptually distinct and managerially recognizable workplace digital skills dimensions as well as testing new ones.Practical implicationsManagers can use the instrument to assess the extent to which their non-IT workforces are equipped with digital skills and get strategic insights for specific interventions such as upskilling or buying in skills.Originality/valueThe main theoretical contribution of the paper is the conceptualization and validation of the digital skills construct for the non-IT workforce. Furthermore, we provide a theoretical framework to explain the factors that could influence the development of digital skills and demonstrate the impact that digital skills have on selected digitalization value indicators. This contribution provides the foundation for investigating the drivers, outcomes and the relationship of digital skills to other constructs such as digital transformation, innovation and firm performance.

A model for enterprise resource planning implementation in the Saudi public sector organizations

Studies dedicated to user's adoption, acceptance, and use of IT have been rampant since the advent of computers and IT. Therefore, it becomes essential to assess the value of IT to organizations and to understand the determinants of such value in terms of acceptance, integration, and technology use. In this regard, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) adoption remains challenging for professionals and practitioners alike. Previous research neglected many vital factors, such as user involvement (participation, engagement, and resilience) and environmental factors (change management, competitiveness, and pandemic pressure). Therefore, this study aims to identify the most significant factors that influence the successful adoption of ERP and propose a conceptual model. The Technology Acceptance Model with DeLone and McLean Information Success Models were the base for the study. The findings of this study reveal a conceptual model that facilitates the successful adoption of ERP systems. Through the identification of critical factors, one factor emerged as a permanent component in the adoption process. This conceptual model provides valuable insights for organizations seeking to implement and adopt ERP systems effectively. The study's findings offer valuable insights for firms pursuing long-term economic success through ERP adoption. Understanding the influencing factors enables efficient and effective deployment. Implications are relevant to organizations, ERP vendors, and decision-makers, guiding informed decision-making and prioritizing success factors.

Evaluasi Tata Kelola Repository Perpustakaan UIN SUSKA Menggunakan COBIT 2019

The development of information technology is very influential on the business world and organizations so that IT governance is needed. This information technology is expected to be useful for stakeholders in making decisions. COBIT 2019 is an IT governance framework that meets the standards in implementing IT governance. The library at UIN Suska Riau has implemented information technology in storing and managing student final assignments or what is known as the UIN SUSKA RIAU Repository system. In conducting a business evaluation, the implementation of the Repository system needs to be maintained, monitored and evaluated for IT governance to determine the process and management of IT usage. After the analysis, it can be seen that the results of the evaluation using the EDM 01, EDM 02 and EDM 03 domains, show that IT governance in the library is at level 3 - established. With some notes that must be analyzed in the EDM 01 domain there is still a lack of communication in IT management, in the EDM 02 domain the application of IT values is not optimal, and what needs to be considered in EDM 03 is the lack of awareness of IT risks.

To download or not to download the Covid-19 Track and Trace App? What is more influential in users’ minds?

Objectivesto investigate the role of values in technology acceptance in general and in the context of the UK Covid Track and Trace App. MethodsA survey and interview study was conducted to elicit users’ perceptions of values in general, values in relation to choice of IT products and values which were influenced the decision to download (or not) the NHS Covid-19 Track and Trace App. Other non-value issues such as utility, price and recommendations were considered. ResultsUsers’ value in life differ slightly from those considered important for selecting IT products. For general IT product decisions, functionality, trust and price with values equality, security and sustainability were important. For the Covid-19 App decision two values, helpfulness and equality, with recommendations/trust and operating system compatibility, were the main influences. Interview data indicated that downloader users were motivated by social responsibility and utility – being able to access workplaces and leisure venues – while non-downloaders had little perceived need for the App, combined with mistrust of the App's provenance (NHS and the Government) linked to security and privacy concerns. The implications for values in technology acceptance decisions are discussed.

The Analysis of Data Preparation to Validate Model Values of Information Technology

Currently, there are some methods of preparing data for validating an IT value model correctly. One challenge in applying data mining to validate model values is to convert data into an appropriate form for this activity. Data mining algorithms can then be applied using the prepared data. The adequacy of data preparation often determines whether this data mining is successful or not. This study aims at creating a method for preparing the data during validation. The basic method used for data preparation is the Returns to Scale (RTS) method because it is easy to use and can be combined with further validation results. This method was applied by employing two models: two-factor and three-factor models. Both models are then compared to see the difference between them. The developed model is then tested on Branchless Banking (BB) and Downstream Petroleum (DP) industries. The results show that the method is applicable to prepare the data for validation. In addition, the results also demonstrate that both industries, DP and BB, have different result on data preparation, meaning that DP and BB have different ITs. This research contributes not only to a technique of preparing data for validating an IT value model by the RTS method but also can be a basis to work for data validation because it can give a result with the behaviour of the industry.

A Review on Correlation between Marshall Stability and ITS values for Bituminous Mixes with RAP

Abstract: Utilization of recycled materials in DBM mixes is gaining popularity due to environmental concerns and the potential for cost savings. The performance of DBM is influenced by several factors, including the choice of binder grade and the incorporation of recycled materials. However, the impact of recycled materials on the mechanical properties of the mix, as measured by Marshall stability and indirect tensile strength, needs to be thoroughly understood. Although the effect of RAP addition in DBM has been studied in relation to the Marshall test but not much is known about its effect on Indirect Tensile Strength. Marshall Stability and ITS have alone been the subject of several research investigations, but their combination has received far less attention. The correlation between Marshall Stability and ITS was researched to some extent for virgin mixes but not with recycled material. An effort has been made to examine their correlation in this study. This study aims to explore the potential benefits of incorporating RAP in DBM mixes and how it affects the correlation between the two parameters.

Investigating the Superpave Mixture Design Approach for Hot-Mix Asphalt in Kazakhstan

The purpose of this research was to assess the feasibility of constructing high-performance paving (Superpave) for Kazakhstan with only locally sourced ingredients. Similarly, a standard Marshall technique combination that meets the technical requirements of Kazakhstan was compared. One granite aggregate supplier, 2 aggregate grading, and 2 types of asphalt binder made up the test design. Consensus and source aggregate characteristics requirements met with the Superpave design mix method using locally manufactured granite aggregate. Also, the mixtures volumetric parameters indicated that the asphalt binder content of the superpave combination has shown lower than locally-traditionally Marshall mix. The combinations of Superpave fared better in rutting and moisture resistance tests than those made in the conventional manner. After the ITS values from both samples were averaged, the decrease in significance for the superpave mixtures was 9.1%. It was below the 20% loss level required by the Superpave guidelines. Also by rutting resistance results were significantly differences for 85.5% PG70 with 9.5mm NMAS. All of these results point to the superiority of new method Superpave over the Marshall method.

Will Innovation, Training, and IT Support Moderate IT Investments in a Mandated Environment, Such as in a Covid-19 Era, to Create Value for Students in a Tertiary Educational Setting?

Objectives: To examine the creation of Value from IT investments for tertiary students. The focus was to use the complementary assets (Innovation, Training, and IT Support) as moderating variables for the relationship between IT investments and value creation in a mandated (Covid-19 setting) tertiary educational setting. Methods: One of the leading universities in Ghana was used as the object of study. A google form questionnaire was sent to the student body, and 508 responses were received. Smart PLS was used to analyze the responses. Findings: The results revealed that even though there was some level of interaction between the complementary assets (Innovation, training, IT Support) and IT investments, none of them had a significant effect on IT Value (Training > IT VALUE, p = 0.412; Innovation > IT VALUE, p = 0.371; IT Support > IT VALUE, p = 0.417). It was also revealed that IT investments was significantly correlated with IT Value (IT INVESTMENTS > IT VALUE, p = 0.000), confirming the insignificance of the moderators. In other words, the IT investments alone created value for the students. Novelty: The study is one of the early studies in IT value creation beyond IT investments in a mandated tertiary educational setting. In this study, it is evident that students in a mandated environment, such as in the case of Covid-19, where students are mandated to use the LMS and other IT infrastructure, will find their way out to create value for themselves once the IT infrastructure is in place; complementary assets may not be too necessary. Keywords: Value; IT; Investments; Innovation; Support; Training

Fatty Acid Profiles and Nutritional Indices/Ratios of Colostrum and Transient Milk from Landrace, Large White, and Landrace × Large White Crossbred Sows

Fatty acid (FA) profiles are needed to assess the nutritional quality of sow colostrum and transient milk that may be used in developing milk replacer diets for piglets and their possible use as a functional food or nutraceutical. This study analyzed the FA profiles and compared the FA-based nutritional indices/ratios of colostrum and transient milk from Landrace, Large White, and Landrace × Large White crossbred sows in a swine nucleus breeding farm in the Philippines. Colostrum and transient milk samples were collected by hand within 24 h after parturition and 36–72 h after farrowing, respectively; immediately frozen at –20 °C until analyzed for FA composition by gas chromatography. Among the major FAs with the highest proportions, palmitic acid (C16:0) and linoleic acid LA (C18:2 n-6) were higher in colostrum (20.7% and 25.0%, respectively) than in transient milk (18.7% and 18.8%, respectively). Oleic acid (C18:1 n9c) was higher in transient milk (34.9%) than in colostrum (32.2%). The polyunsaturated FA (PUFA) to saturated FA (SFA) ratio was higher in sow colostrum (0.81:1) than transient milk (0.65:1). However, transient milk had better linoleic acid to α-linolenic acid C18:3 n-3 (LA/ALA) ratio, more balanced omega-6 to omega-3 (n-6/n-3) ratio, slightly lower atherogenicity index (IA= 0.43 vs 0.46) and thrombogenicity index (IT= 0.81 vs 0.85), higher health-promoting index (HPI= 2.33 vs 2.16), and higher hypocholesterolemic/ hypercholesterolemic ratio (h/H= 2.66:1 vs 2.55:1) than colostrum. Both colostrum and transient milk from Large White sows had lower IA and IT values and higher PUFA/SFA ratio, HPI, and h/H ratio compared to Landrace sows. Crossbred sows had colostrum and transient milk with lower average IT than purebred sows. The PUFA/SFA ratio, HPI, and h/H ratio in colostrum were also higher for crossbred sows than for purebred sows. In conclusion, colostrum from crossbred sows may be used in the preparation of milk replacer formulations for piglets, while transient milk, especially from Large White sows, may be considered in the development of sow milk - based supplements in the human diet.

Estimation of microsatellite-based autozygosity and its correlation with pedigree inbreeding coefficient in crossbred cattle

In countries where farming is largely subsistence, no pedigree records of farm animals are maintained at farmers’ herd and scientific mating plans are not observed which leads to the accumulation of inbreeding and loss of production potential. Microsatellites have been widely used as reliable molecular markers to measure inbreeding. We attempted to correlate autozygosity estimated from microsatellite data with the inbreeding coefficient (F) calculated from pedigree data in Vrindavani crossbred cattle developed in India. The inbreeding coefficient was calculated from the pedigree of ninety-six Vrindavani cattle. Animals were further grouped into three groups viz. acceptable/low (F: 0–5%), moderate (F: 5–10%) and high (F: ≥10%), based on their inbreeding coefficients. The overall mean of the inbreeding coefficient was found to be 0.070 ± 0.007. A panel of twenty-five bovine-specific loci were chosen for the study according to ISAG/FAO. The mean F IS, F ST, and F IT values were 0.0548 ± 0.025, 0.012 ± 0.001 and 0.0417 ± 0.025, respectively. There was no significant correlation between the FIS values obtained and the pedigree F values. The locus-wise individual autozygosity was estimated using the method-of-moments estimator (MME) formula for locus-specific autozygosity. The autozygosities ascribing to CSSM66 and TGLA53 were found to be significantly (p < .01 and p < .05, respectively) correlated with pedigree F values.

Creating business value with process mining

Information systems research has a long-standing interest in how organizations gain value through information technology. In this article, we investigate a business process intelligence (BPI) technology that is receiving increasing interest in research and practice: process mining. Process mining uses digital trace data to visualize and measure the performance of business processes in order to inform managerial actions. While process mining has received tremendous uptake in practice, it is unknown how organizations use it to generate business value. We present the results of a multiple case study with key stakeholders from eight internationally operating companies. We identify key features of process mining – data & connectivity, process visualization, and process analytics – and show how they translate into a set of affordances that enable value creation. Specifically, process mining affords (1) perceiving end-to-end process visualizations and performance indicators, (2) sense-making of process-related information, (3) data-driven decision making, and (4) implementing interventions. Value is realized, in turn, in the form of process efficiency, monetary gains, and non-monetary gains, such as customer satisfaction. Our findings have implications for the discourse on IT value creation as we show how process mining constitutes a new class of business intelligence & analytics (BI&A) technology, that enables behavioral visibility and allows organizations to make evidence-based decisions about their business processes.

Study Characteristics of Porous Asphalt Using Aggregates from Karangasem with 60/70 Penetration Bitumen

Porous asphalt is a type of pavement designed to increase the coefficient of friction on the pavement surface. The porous asphalt functions as drainage to drain water in the top layer vertically and horizontally. The method used in this research is an experimental method by making different tests in the laboratory. Stages of works include examining the 60/70 penetration bitumen, aggregate testing, mixing, and preparation of the sample with the variation of asphalt level of 5%, 5.5%, 6%, 6.5%, and 7% with 2x50 Marshall compaction. Volumetric measurement and Marshall testing to get optimum asphalt level. The next test is the cantabro test, permeability test, ITS test, and UCS test at optimum asphalt level. As the results of this study, it was obtained that the value of the optimum asphalt level was 6.15%, the value of Marshall characteristics, namely stability 636.32 kg (specification min. 500 kg), Flow 4.0 mm (specifications 2-6 mm), Marshall Quotient 159.15 kg/mm (specification max. 400 kg/mm), and Marshall VIM 19.828% (specification of 18-25%). At the optimum asphalt level the samples gave Cantabro value of 17.90% (specification max. 20%), vertical and horizontal permeability values of 0.145 and 0.152 cm/sec (specifications 0.1-0.5 cm/sec), ITS value of 158.88 kPa, and UCS value of 916.343 kPa.

Tinjauan Statistik Asuhan Kesehatan Di RSUD PROF. DR. MA Hanafiah SM Batusangkar Periode 01-31 Januari 2019

The medical record must contain sufficient data to identify the patient. This is because medical records are a source of data used in processing statistical data on hospital care. Data collection at Prof. Hospital. Dr. MA. Hanafiah Batusangkar for the January 1-31 2019 period is secondary data, data obtained from 664 patients went home, with a total of 171 beds. Data processing using Microsoft Office Excel After processing the data, statistical processing is carried out with the following results: the results of the BOR obtained are 44.75%. BOR is not efficient because the efficiency level of BOR is 60-85%. Then the BTR result is 4 times. BTR is not efficient because the calculation of BTR is done once a year with an efficiency level of 40-50 times. The result of IT is 4 days, the value of IT is not efficient because IT efficiency is 1-3 days.

Pengolahan Data Statistik Rumah Sakit Bhayangkara Padang Menggunakan Microsoft Excel Periode 1 Januari – 31 Maret

Medical record is a file that contains notes and documents about the patient's identity, examination, actions, and other services that have been provided to patients. The purpose of this paper is to determine the processing of statistical data at Bhayangkara Padang Hospital using Microsoft Excel for the period January 1 – March 31, 2015 with 385 inpatients and 62 beds. Then, the data was processed using a computer using the Microsoft Excel application program. Statistical processing was analyzed and presented in the form of tables and graphs by Barber Johnson. Based on the RL4a report, the most age group is the age group of 25-44 years with 247 patients with male sex as many as 12 patients, and female as many as 235 patients, while based on the disposition of life 385 patients, and 0 patients who died. After processing the data, the BOR was 18.3%, rounded to 18%, the BOR value obtained was inefficient. BTR as much as 6.21 times, because the calculation of the BTR figure is per year, then BTR cannot be calculated. IT is 11.8 days or 12 days, the IT value obtained is inefficient. And ALOS is 2.68 days or 3 days, the ALOS value obtained is inefficient.

A Theory of Multi-Realization of IT Value: Toward Construct Clarity in the Co-Development of Large Platforms

Realizing or appropriating value from individual firm-level IT investments has been a recurring theme in the IS literature for decades. Further, failure rates related to IT investments have been high for many years. However, realizing value from IT in settings where numerous organizations need to work together to co-develop sizable digital platforms has been undertheorized and/or hobbled with conflated theoretical constructs. To address this dearth of novel theory and accompanying empiricism, high-quality processes such as benefits management have been suggested in the scientific literature and have gained substantial interest in practice as a means for organizations to structure their routines and processes in ways that actually capture value. The complexity of this challenge suggests that there should be a renewed theoretical effort in IS to reconceptualize several extant scholarly streams. We address this challenge first by deconstructing traditional scholarly frameworks into a moderated theoretical model of multi-creation and multi-realization of IT value termed “MUIT.” The first construct in the model is based on the resource-based view; then, the model is further informed by appropriation theory, adaptive structuration theory, network governance theory, and, finally, the benefits management literature. Our variance model is a Type IV theory according to Gregor’s typology—a theory for explaining and predicting how large-scale strategic consortia can collaborate to realize greater value from IT than they could in isolation. Regarding praxis, we contribute to the understanding of how interorganizational resources and capabilities, relationships, and value realization can be spring-boarded into both successful large-scale platforms and superior realization of benefits.