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Towards a process model for computer-supported collaborative morphological analysis

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Abstract

Morphological analysis (MA) is a method to analyze and design complex systems. MA fosters generation of a large number of solution/system design alternatives, yet it requires a considerable amount of manual effort. Therefore, a number of software tools have been developed to automate the construction of consistent design alternatives and support the exploration of the derived design space. However, available tools lack support for collaboration. This inhibits extended use of MA software in practice since system analysis and design tasks are typically conducted by teams. The purpose of this paper is to enhance the classical MA process model by collaboration support. We review seminal psychological research to guide our process design. We propose a collaborative process model that seeks to increase creativity and prevent psychological phenomena which might impair group performance. The revised process model serves as a basis for collaborative MA software implementations.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2015 Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2015
PublisherAmericas Conference on Information Systems
ISBN (Electronic)9780996683104
StatePublished - 2015
Event21st Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2015 - Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Duration: 13 Aug 201515 Aug 2015

Publication series

Name2015 Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2015

Conference

Conference21st Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2015
Country/TerritoryPuerto Rico
CityFajardo
Period13/08/1515/08/15

Keywords

  • Morphological analysis
  • Problem modelling
  • Problem structuring
  • Systems analysis
  • Systems design
  • Systems engineering
  • Wicked problems

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