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The Case Research Strategy in Studies of Information Systems
MIS Quarterly · 1987 · Vol. 11(3) · pp. 369–386
Izak Benbasat✉(University of British Columbia)David K. Goldstein(Harvard University Press)Melissa Mead(Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center)
Abstract
This article defines and discusses one of these qualitative methods — the case research strategy. Suggestions are provided for researchers who wish to undertake research employing this approach. Criteria for the evaluation of case research are established and several characteristics useful for categorizing the studies are identified. A sample of papers drawn from information systems journals is reviewed. The paper concludes with examples of research areas that are particularly well-suited to investigation using the case research approach.
Information Systems Theories and ImplementationComplex Systems and Decision MakingSoftware Engineering Techniques and PracticesInformation systemKnowledge managementBusinessComputer scienceProcess managementManagement scienceEngineering
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- Harvard Business School
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