Integrating case study and survey research methods: an example in information systems
(1994) Integrating case study and survey research methods: an example in information systems. European Journal of Information Systems 3(2):pp. 112-126.
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Abstract
The case for combining research methods generally, and more specifically that for combining qualitative and quantitative methods, is strong. Yet, research designs that extensively integrate both fieldwork (e.g. case studies) and survey research are rare. More¬over, some journals tend tacitly to specialize by methodology thereby encouraging purity of method. The multi-method model of research while not new, has not been appreciated. In this respect it is useful to articulate and describe its usage through example. By reference to a recently completed study of IS consultant engagement success factors this paper presents an analysis of the benefits of integrating case study and survey research methods. The emphasis is on the qualitative case study method and how it can compliment more quantita¬tive survey research. Benefits are demonstrated through specific examples from the reference study.
| Item Type: | Journal Article |
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| Status: | Published |
| Keywords: | Case study; Survey; research methods; information systems |
| Subjects: | 280000 Information, Computing and Communication Sciences > 280100 Information Systems |
| ID Code: | 5853 |
| Deposited By: | Stark, Karen |
| Deposited On: | 18 December 2006 |
| Alternative Locations: | http://www.palgrave-journals.com/ejis/index.html |
| Copyright Owner: | Copyright 1994 Palgrave Macmillan Ltd. |
| Copyright Statement: | This is a post-peer-review, pre-copyedit version of an article published in [European Journal of Information Systems]. The definitive publisher-authenticated version [European Journal of Information Systems 3(2):pp. 112-126.] is available online at: [http://www.palgrave-journals.com/ejis/index.html] |