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This paper examines how more than one methodology can be used in an industrial setting to achieve a desirable outcome, and critically evaluates the degree to which the methodologies and methodology users can be effectively combined. It is written in the context of projects that analyse and design a system to facilitate effective knowledge sharing.
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Leask, C., Seaward, R., McLachlan, C. (1999). Combining Methodologies: Issues Arising, and Lessons Learned, from Developing a Knowledge Management System. In: Wood-Harper, T., Jayaratna, N., Wood, B. (eds) Methodologies for Developing and Managing Emerging Technology Based Information Systems. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-3629-3_15
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