The information overload phenomenon: the influence of bad - and (ir)relevant information

Thomas Rachfall; Elizabeth Williamson; Bryan Temple

doi:10.15623/ijret.2014.0329005

The information overload phenomenon: the influence of bad - and (ir)relevant information

Thomas Rachfall, Elizabeth Williamson, Bryan Temple

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Abstract

Almost every knowledge worker can relate to feelings of Information Overload (IO), but in reality the phenomenon is not well understood. IO can be critical for individuals and organizations. Despite intensive research during the last decades this complex scientific discipline lacks comprehensive research for parts of the possible impact factors. This research presents a conceptual framework and some variables to the type of information. A case study approach has been conducted to examine the relationship between bad-, irrelevant- and relevant information with IO. The research found out that too much bad information as well as relevant information has a positive effect on IO. The contribution to the field of IO research is a better understanding of the concept and the impact of the type of information to IO.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	27-32
Number of pages	6
Journal	The International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology
Volume	03
Issue number	17
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.15623/ijret.2014.0329005
Publication status	Published - Dec 2014

Keywords

information overload
technology management

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Business, Management and Accounting(all)
Management of Technology and Innovation

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The information overload phenomenon: the influence of bad - and (ir)relevant information

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