Using distraction-conflict theory to measure the effects of distractions on individual task performance in a wireless mobile environment

Darren B. Nicholson; Jennifer A. Nicholson; D. Veena Parboteeah; Joseph S. Valacich

Using distraction-conflict theory to measure the effects of distractions on individual task performance in a wireless mobile environment

Darren B. Nicholson, Jennifer A. Nicholson, D. Veena Parboteeah, Joseph S. Valacich

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Abstract

Mobile wireless computing is changing the way in which people work. It is believed that mobile environments contain various distractions that can affect the performance of knowledge workers. This paper draws on distraction-conflict theory to propose a model that explains the effects of distraction on individual performance in a wireless mobile environment. Initial findings indicated that even a low-level distraction can lead to a reduction in performance. Our findings have important implications for organizations proposing wireless initiatives.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	33
Number of pages	1
Journal	Proceedings of the Annual Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences
State	Published - 2005
Externally published	Yes
Event	38th Annual Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences - Big Island, HI, United States Duration: Jan 3 2005 → Jan 6 2005

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Using distraction-conflict theory to measure the effects of distractions on individual task performance in a wireless mobile environment. / Nicholson, Darren B.; Nicholson, Jennifer A.; Parboteeah, D. Veena et al.
In: Proceedings of the Annual Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, 2005, p. 33.

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