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Moving I.S. beyond conflict. (information systems)(includes related articles on conflict management)(Cover Story)

Journal of Systems Management

| May 01, 1996 | Hays, Richard D. | COPYRIGHT 1996 John Carroll University. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

COVER STORY

Many IS functions are trapped in a downward spiral characterized by deteriorating relationships with users. These relationships consume valuable time and energy in resolving conflict, leaving fewer resources to work on actual service issues. The result is a negative state of hostility, conflictual interactions, and lower productivity. Predictable forces are at work in these situations which can often be identified and used to map a major turnaround. While the process is difficult and requires a substantial commitment of time, energy and organizational change skill, the results in productivity, morale, and problem solving can be spectacular.

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