Are Information Systems People Different: An Investigation of Motivational Differences
Ferratt, Thomas W., Short, Larry E.
Management Information Systems Quarterly · 1986 · Volume 10 · Issue 4
Abstract
Comparison of motivational patterns of information systems (IS) and non-information systems people in the same occupational group reveals no significant differences. This finding contrasts with prior writings. Conceptually, this study focuses on a more complete set of motivators of productive work behavior. Methodologically, it measures motivators with a constrained-choice checklist, samples employees from the insurance industry, and statistically tests for IS and non-IS differences within clerical/operations, technical/professional, and managerial occupational groups. Until further study shows otherwise, this study suggests that IS people are as motivationally normal while doing their job as other workers in their occupational group.
Keywords
Motivation, productivity, K.4.2, K.4.3, K.7.1
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