Information Systems Research Methods, Epistemology, and Applications

Within the information systems discipline, there is a strong tradition of using empirical research to conduct relevant and rigorous studies. Evaluating the methods, frameworks, processes, and systems implemented in organizations is widely recognized as vital by academics and practitioners.

Information Systems Research Methods, Epistemology, and Applications presents a collection of recent empirical studies in information systems. Gathering cases of innovative approaches to evaluation, as well as examples of effective organizational approaches to analyzing, summarizing, and presenting empirical data sets and conclusions, this book is essential to academic and research libraries and a must-have for IT researchers, business managers, professionals, and academics.

The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

• Computer industry information systems
• Educational information systems
• Empirical research in information systems
• Epistemology
• Financial organizations information systems
• Government and defence information systems
• Health care industry information systems
• Information systems research methods
• Manufacturing industries information systems
• Supply chain and logistics information systems
• Tourism industry information systems
• Wholesale and retail sectors information systems