Experimental techniques for information requirements analysis

Gutiérrez, Óscar

doi:10.1016/0378-7206(89)90025-6

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“…An expert panel in a Delphi study has been defined as a “group of knowledgeable people: those who can provide relevant input to the process, have the highest authority possible, and are committed and interested” (Gutierrez, , p. 33). The researcher considered that two groups would likely have valuable insight into process‐oriented organizations and the work and challenges of POs: BPM academics and BPM practitioners.…”

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Making process ownership work: Evidence from a global Delphi study

Danilova

2018

Knowl Process Manag

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Process owners are a central element of business process management and process governance, but the role is highly demanding, and many organizations struggle with establishing effective process ownership. However, empirical research focusing on process owners remains scarce. The purpose of this study is to develop an understanding of how organizations can make process ownership work. Through a global Delphi study with 2 expert panels consisting of academics and practitioners from 23 countries, this study generated a set of 20 capabilities required in order for process owners to succeed. This is the first study to look at managerial aspects of business process management through a global Delphi study. The findings extend the knowledge base of academics regarding process ownership and matrix organizations and inform the management of organizations. Implications for practice are important, for helping leaders successfully establish process ownership and as guidance for process owners.

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Section: Methodology and Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Making process ownership work: Evidence from a global Delphi study

Danilova

2018

Knowl Process Manag

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“…Leaders in nanotechnology innovation were said to include 7 the U.S., Japan, Taiwan, Germany, Australia, Sweden, the U.K., France, Switzerland and Hong Kong. 8 Given certain countries are leaders of nanotechnology innovation it stands to reason that certain countries be 'left behind' [50][51][52][53][54]. The previously outlined pressure to be at the forefront of nanotechnology innovation is often driven by a belief that if a country neglects nanotechnology it will be in an unenviable position later on [54,55], having to try to "catch-up" [53].…”

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“…In descending order of interviewee level of citation 8. China was not considered a nanotechnology 'leader', although its grouping with the North, in terms of nanotechnology prowess, will be discussed later.…”

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Southern Roles in Global Nanotechnology Innovation: Perspectives from Thailand and Australia

Maclurcan

2009

Nanoethics

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The term 'nano-divide' has become a catch-phrase for describing various kinds of global nanotechnology inequities. However, there has been little in-depth exploration as to what the global nanodivide really means, and limited commentary on its early nature. Furthermore, the literature often presents countries from the Global South as 'passive' agents in global nanotechnology innovation-without the ability to develop endogenous nanotechnology capabilities. Yet others point to nanotechnology providing opportunities for the South to play new roles in the global research and development process. In this paper I report on the findings of a qualitative study that involved the perspectives of 31 Thai and Australian key informants, from a broad range of fields. The study was supplemented by a survey of approximately 10% of the Thai nanotechnology research community at the time. I first explore how the global nano-divide is understood and the implication of the divide's constructs in terms of the roles to be played by various countries in global nanotechnology innovation. I then explore the potential nature of Southern passivity and barriers and challenges facing Southern endogenous innovation, as well as an in-depth consideration of the proposition that Southern countries could be 'active' agents in the nanotechnology process. I argue that it is the nano-divide relating to nanotechnology research and development capabilities that is considered fundamental to nanotechnology's Southern outcomes. The research suggests that Southern countries will encounter many of the traditional barriers to engaging with emerging technology as well as some new barriers relating to the nature of nanotechnology itself. Finally, the research suggests that nanotechnology may offer new opportunities for Southern countries to enter the global research and development picture.

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“…Each round provides the experts with feedback about the results obtained during the preceding round so that they can modify their previous answer ─thus coming closer to a consensus with the other interviewees─ or keep their opinion (Bradley and Steward, 2002;Shi and Bennet, 2001;Dekleva and Zupancic, 1996;Gutiérrez, 1989). The successive rounds encourage reflection, progress toward consensus and greater broadmindedness on the part of the experts interviewed (Dexter et al, 1993).…”

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Information systems outsourcing: a Delphi study from Spain

González

Gascó²,

Llopis³

2010

Business Process Management Journal

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PurposeThe widespread growth of Information Systems outsourcing on an international scale contrasts sharply with the somewhat limited development of this practice in Spain. That is why the present paper deals with the situation of Information Systems outsourcing in this country. Design/methodology/approachFor this purpose, we have used the opinions and comments of those in charge of Information Systems departments at the largest Spanish firms through a normative Delphi study. FindingsOutsourcing makes it possible to achieve strategic as well as economic advantages and managers propose a number of ways to reduce the risks associated with this practice. Provider specialisation and permanent client-provider contact are key aspects in order to ensure outsourcing success and development. Research Implications/LimitationsThis paper is basically descriptive and, though it uses quantitative information, the analysis carried out is mainly qualitative. Furthermore, it refers exclusively to the context of large Spanish firms. Originality/valueDespite the limitations mentioned above, the paper has the advantage that in the panellists' words we interpret the results obtained, which means that we can largely ratify the results of the first questionnaire elaborated. Moreover, it is worth studying the Spanish outsourcing model, which is less developed and has not received as much attention from researchers as that of other Western countries.

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Experimental techniques for information requirements analysis

Cited by 48 publications

References 9 publications

Making process ownership work: Evidence from a global Delphi study

Making process ownership work: Evidence from a global Delphi study

Southern Roles in Global Nanotechnology Innovation: Perspectives from Thailand and Australia

Information systems outsourcing: a Delphi study from Spain

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