Can the field of MIS be disciplined?

ABSTRACT

Preoccupations about the present and future evolution of MIS as a scientific field seem to be gaining popularity among researchers. The authors contend that most models used by the investigators of the MIS field have been based on an inappropriate monistic view of science.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems

Additional Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.4 INFORMATION SYSTEMS APPLICATIONS
      H.4.2 Types of Systems
          Subjects: Decision support (e.g., MIS)

General Terms:
Theory