Noor Ul-ain, a professor and researcher at the EMLV Business School, has been honored with the Best Completed Research Paper, 1st Runner-Up award at the prestigious AMCIS 2024 (The Americas Conference on Information Systems).
Her groundbreaking paper “Mediation of Psychological Contracts Between Knowledge Diversity, Al-Driven Climate, Sustainability Integration and Innovative Behavior: NCA Analysis”, which explores the interplay between knowledge diversity, AIClimate, sustainability integration, and innovative behaviour, has garnered widespread acclaim for its relevance and forward-thinking approach.
AMCIS – The Americas Conference on Information Systems
AMCIS, one of the most influential conferences in information systems, is critical in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion among its members and participants.
Noor Ul-ain’s research aligns perfectly with these values. Her work explores how diverse knowledge systems and innovative thinking can drive sustainable solutions in the era of artificial intelligence and climate change.
The subject of her award-winning paper touches upon critical issues at the intersection of AI and sustainability. It demonstrates how a diverse integration of knowledge can foster innovative behaviors that contribute to the global fight against climate change.
This research offers new perspectives on how organizations and societies can leverage AI sustainably while fostering a culture of innovation.
AMCIS 2024 took place at Salt Lake City, Utha
The paper Mediation of Psychological Contracts Between Knowledge Diversity, AI-Driven Climate, Sustainability Integration, and Innovative Behavior: NCA Analysis
This paper explores how psychological contracts—informal, unspoken agreements between employees and employers—mediate the relationship between vital organizational factors and innovative behavior. Specifically, it examines how the diversity of knowledge within teams, the influence of an AI-driven work environment, and the integration of sustainability practices contribute to fostering innovation in organizations.
Using Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA), the study identifies which factors are essential for driving innovation, suggesting that when psychological contracts are honored, employees are more likely to embrace knowledge diversity, leverage AI, and incorporate sustainability principles to engage in innovative behaviors.
This research highlights the importance of maintaining a favourable psychological contract to unlock the full potential of diverse, AI-enabled, and sustainability-oriented work environments.
The Broader Impact of Noor Ul-ain’s Work
Noor Ul-ain’s recognition at AMCIS 2024 demonstrates the importance of her research for the academic community and its real-world applications.
Her work emphasizes how integrating diverse knowledge systems—whether in AI, sustainability, or innovation—can create transformative solutions for the future. As AI becomes increasingly prevalent in addressing global challenges, her findings offer valuable insights into how inclusive and diverse approaches can enhance the positive impact of technology on society.
With her research receiving accolades from such a prestigious platform, Noor Ul-ain continues to inspire future thought leaders and innovators in AI, sustainability, and information systems.
AMCIS and its Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Recognizing Noor Ul-ain’s work is even more significant when considering AMCIS’s strong commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within its community. As highlighted by the AIS Diversity and Inclusion Statement, the community fosters an environment that values every individual’s inherent worth.
AIS (Association for Information Systems), the organization behind AMCIS, ensures that all members—regardless of differences in career status, geographic location, gender identity, ethnicity, or other personal characteristics—are given fair and reasonable opportunities to participate fully in all aspects of its activities and decision-making processes.
The AIS community values the open exchange of ideas and recognizes that embracing diversity is essential to driving progress and innovation. By creating inclusive spaces where voices from all walks of life are heard, AIS strives to advance the goals of the information systems field.
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