The situational method engineering (SME) literature is surveyed and a synoptic evaluation
presented in the context of formalizing and regularizing the conceptual framework and …

The purpose of this paper is to challenge some of the cornerstones of the grounded theory
approach and propose an extended and alternative approach for data analysis and theory …

Most people we know don't read a book's Preface. So, we'll keep it brief. Why read this
book? Why did we write it? The answer to both these questions is straightforward. We, the …

Managers frequently face ill-structured or" wicked" problems. Such problems are
characterized by a large degree of uncertainty with respect to how the problem should be …

This paper aims to provide readers with a useful introduction to Activity Theory, regardless of
their field of study. Examples are given which include areas of research such as: information …

During the 21st century organizations will undergo a level of radical and global change that
has rarely been seen before. This transformation will come as a result of the environmental …

In this paper, we motivate, devise, demonstrate, and evaluate an approach for the research-
based development of information systems development methods (ISDMs). This approach …

Purpose–Business improvement initiatives have benefit for both an organisation's
operational effectiveness and its knowledge acquisition capabilities. These have a …

Collaborative tools in organizations become more and more apparent. These tools are
being realized by novel information technology. Particularly, healthcare is a fast-evolving …

Technical progress is disrupting the mobility sector. New door-to-door (D2D) mobility
integrators promise to offer smart mobility by packaging together different mobility services …