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Perceived Action Potential: A strong concept in development

Vanessa Rodrigues
Department of Computer and Information Science, Linköping University, Sweden

Johan Blomkvist
Department of Computer and Information Science, Linköping University, Sweden

Stefan Holmlid
Department of Computer and Information Science, Linköping University, Sweden

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Published in: ServDes2018. Service Design Proof of Concept, Proceedings of the ServDes.2018 Conference, 18-20 June, Milano, Italy

Linköping Electronic Conference Proceedings 150:94, p. 1162-1174

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Published: 2018-07-05

ISBN: 978-91-7685-237-8

ISSN: 1650-3686 (print), 1650-3740 (online)

Abstract

Service encompasses multiple interaction processes among many different actors. Comprehending the subtleties of what drives actors resource integration activities could therefore be valuable when designing for service. However, these nuances are not necessarily always captured in early representations such as prototypes of service due to variation in individual interpretation of situations. This paper draws on strong concepts from interaction design as a generative intermediate-level form of knowledge, to conceptualise perceived action potential (PAP) as a strong concept through the use of illustrative examples. PAP refers to the subjective interpretation of an individual’s (own) scope of action in new or unforeseen situations. This paper elucidates the implications of PAP for service design and suggests future research opportunities. In introducing strong concepts to service design, it also translates how strong concepts might be identified and subsequently constructed in service design research in order to aid practice.

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service design, strong concepts, perceived action potential, value co-creation, resource integration

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