Position paper on theory in through life management

Koskela, LJ; Rooke, JA; Siriwardena, ML

Abstract

The objective of this position paper is to review, from a theoretical point of view, the
practice of and research on through life management. It is argued that the rationale of
TLM is elusive and its theoretical basis insufficient. Regarding information systems
for through life management, an approach based on ethnomethodology is provided.
Regarding learning from use, the embedded nature of effective learning is discussed.
Regarding governance and management, the common denial to acknowledge
production as a fundamental ingredient in TLM is considered. It is concluded that
through life management is an under theorized domain, and further progress requires
increased research efforts.

Citation

Koskela, L., Rooke, J., & Siriwardena, M. Position paper on theory in through life management. Presented at International built and Human Environment Research Week (IRW) 2009: International Research Symposium, The Lowry, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester, UK

• Presentation Conference Type: Other
• Conference Name: International built and Human Environment Research Week (IRW) 2009: International Research Symposium
• Conference Location: The Lowry, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester, UK
• End Date: Jan 28, 2009
• Publication Date: Jan 1, 2009
• Deposit Date: Mar 23, 2010
• Publicly Available Date: Mar 23, 2010
• Additional Information: Event Type : Conference