Search for dissertations about: "H Westergren"

Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words H Westergren.

2. 1. Disentangling sociomateriality : an exploration of remote monitoring systems in interorganizational networks

   Author : Ulrika H. Westergren; Jonny Holmström; Duane Truex; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Remote monitoring systems; interorganizational networks; value creation; trust; sociomateriality; Informatics; computer and systems science; Informatik; data- och systemvetenskap; computer and systems sciences; data- och systemvetenskap;

   Abstract : Firmly placed in an industrial setting, this research explored the introduction of remote monitoring technology into three different organizational contexts. By following these organizations over time, starting with their intention to invest in remote monitoring systems (RMS), there was a unique opportunity to witness their processes and to gain an insight into the intricacies of information technology (IT) and organizational transformation. READ MORE

4. 2. Succeeding implementation : the internet of things as a digitally transformative technology

   Author : Viktor Mähler; Ulrika H. Westergren; Karin Hedström; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Internet of Things; IoT; digital transformation; value creation; organization; innovation; ubiquitous system; actors; scoping study; case study; system implementation; systemanalys; Systems Analysis; human-computer interaction; människa-datorinteraktion; data- och systemvetenskap; computer and systems sciences; Computer Systems; datorteknik; digital humaniora; digital humanities;

   Abstract : The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to ‘smart’, sensor- and intelligence-imbued, interconnected systems, intended to generate and process context-aware data that can be used to improve organizational processes. Improvement of logistical-, process-, or management-efficacy allows firms and organizations to radically change and enhance the efficiency and scale of key aspects of their operations. READ MORE

5. 3. In the age of IoT : exploring public sector smartness

   Author : Ott Velsberg; Katrin Jonsson; Ulrika H. Westergren; Ulf Melin; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Internet of Things; Smartness; Public sector; data- och systemvetenskap; computer and systems sciences;

   Abstract : Smartness, which is emerging as a desirable attribute of governments, cities, and communities, has received heightened attention from researchers and practitioners. Smartness is a technology-centric view in which it is postulated that the public sector can become more resilient by adopting emergent technologies that improve efficiency, equality, citizen-centricity, transparency, collaboration, and security, thereby shaping the public sector to meet new demands and expectations. READ MORE

6. 4. Systemic hypothermia after spinal cord injury : An experimental study in the rat

   Author : Hans Westergren; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Neurosciences; Spinal cord injury; hypothermia; rat; treatment; Neurovetenskap; Neurology; Neurologi; Neurology; neurologi;

   Abstract : Spinal cord injury following trauma results in suffering for each individual independent of the severity of the neurological deficits. Care of the acute spinal cord injured patients has developed from the purely conservative treatment advocated 20-30 years ago to today's active strategies. READ MORE

7. 5. Deficient bodies and divine interventions : women, midwives, and the medicalisation of childbirth - a gender perspective

   Author : Agneta Westergren; Monica Christianson; Kerstin Edin; Ingela Lundgren; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Birth experiences; birth plan; birth setting; childbirth; cross-sectional study; femininity; feminism; focused ethnography; gender perspective; intrapartum interventions; medicalisation; midwifery; qualitative methods; women; Barnmorska; feminism; förlossning; förlossningsplan; förlossningsupplevelse; förlossningsvård; genuskonstruktion; genusperspektiv; intervention; kvalitativ metod; kvinna; medikalisering; observation; tvärsnittsstudie;

   Abstract : Background In Sweden, one of the safest countries to give birth and to be born in, there is a trend towards increasing interventions during childbirth, and fewer women than ever give birth without having their labours induced or augmented, epidural analgesia, or caesarean section. While interventions at times are vital for a safe birth, there is a growing body of evidence demonstrating that an overuse of medical and technological interventions may have adverse effects on woman and child. READ MORE