The Role of Ubiquitous Computing in Maintaining Work-Life Balance: Perspectives from Women in the Information Technology Workforce

Submitted by Super Admin on Sun, 2009-05-03 19:35

Publication Type:

IFIP Paper

Authors:

Quesenberry, Jeria; Trauth, Eileen

Source:

Designing Ubiquitous Information Environments: Socio-Technical Issues and Challenges, p.43 - 55 (2005)

Abstract:

Transformations in ubiquitous Computing and shifts in the domestic nature of home life are placing greater demands on men and women to balance work and life. Although work-life balance has been heavily investigated for many years, the majority of this research gives very little discussion to the role of technology. Thus, the question remains: Can ubiquitous computing address the issues raised by work-life balance? The purpose of this paper is to explore a particular instance of how ubiquitous computing is utilized to maintain work-life balance from the perspectives of women in the Information technology workforce.

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