Information behavior and practices research informing information systems design

Information behavior and practices (IBP) research has been repeatedly criticized for having little impact on information systems development (ISD). Claiming that there is a complete disconnect would be an exaggeration but it apparent not always easy to translate findings of IBP workable design recommendations. Based reading earlier literature closer investigation three illustrative example contexts, this article underlines the value ISD lies in its capability inform variety ways people deal with beyond individual systems, their own wants designers' assumptions. Moreover, highlights implications go primary users. Instead overemphasizing contextuality findings, part benefit from increased focus explicating epistemological extents limits identifying, which are transferable, what distinguishes specific defining constraints priorities, aspects uniqueness assumptions simple clichés.