Paper Info
Title
Utilizing knowledge links in the implementation of system development methodologies
Abstract
Developing technical ‘know-how’ is a slow process that can become a barrier in implementing complex administrative technologies such as a software development methodology. To overcome this barrier, organizations often seek knowledge links that can enhance learning and minimize inevitable problems that are encountered in an implementation process. This paper presents the findings of an empirical study that examines the prescribed versus actual use of external consultants, universities and vendors as knowledge links during the implementation of systems development methodologies (SDM). First, the study assesses the need and value of establishing and utilizing links to external sources of expertise for successful SDM implementation. We then identify and analyze a gap that exists between what the links to external knowledge are perceived to be capable of contributing and what the links to external knowledge are actually contributing during SDM implementation. In conclusion, possible reasons for the gap are discussed.
Year
DOI
Venue
2001
10.1016/S0950-5849(01)00173-2
Information and Software Technology
Keywords
Field
DocType
Systems development methodology implementation,Knowledge links,Consultants
Systems engineering,Computer science,Software development process,System development,Empirical research
Journal
Volume
Issue
ISSN
43
11
0950-5849
Citations 
PageRank 
References 
7
0.51
4
Authors
4
Name
Order
Citations
PageRank
Tom L. Roberts131517.14
William Leigh226717.79
Russell L. Purvis327917.28
Monica J. Parzinger4212.01