An Empirical Evaluation of System Development Methodologies
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Prashant Palvia, Joe Rosenthal Excellence Professor and Director of the McDowell Research Center for Global IT Management (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: Many methodologies and techniques may be used in the development of information systems. Two widely used methodologies are: system development life cycle, and proto-typing. In this article, we have extensively evaluated the two methodologies based on field data collected from information systems professionals in business and industry. Specifically, the two methodologies are evaluated for their applicability during various life cycle phases, by types of systems, and by the amount of problem structure. Various attributes associated with the methodologies have also been assessed. Our results support the use of a contingency approach for the selection of a proper methodology for systems development.
An Empirical Evaluation of System Development Methodologies
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Information Resources Management Journal, Vol. 3, No.3, Summer, 1990, pp.23-32
- Language: English
- Date: 1990
- Keywords
- Information systems, System development life cycle, Proto-typing, Empirical evaluation