Method tailoring and Contingency models

Question 1

Contingency theory (definition)

Answer 1

Factors that are smart to use a specific method on

Question 2

Classic IS paper by Davis (4 strategies) IKKE PENSUM

Answer 2

1. We can just ask.
2. Deriving from an existing information system
3. Synthesis from characteristics of the utilizing system
4. Discovering from experimentation with an evolving information system

(four elements, three requirements)

Question 3

Classic paper by Matthiasen & Stage IKKE PENSUM

Answer 3

Focus on uncertainty + complexity

MODEL

Question 4

Classic paper by Boehm

Answer 4

Focus on uncertainty + complexity + nature of the risk

risk analysis MODEL

Question 5

ISD compared to industrial revolution (model)

Answer 5

pre-industrial making, industrial making, post-industrial making

Question 6

Trade offs in ambidexterity

Answer 6

Flexibility vs. efficiency
Productivity vs. quality
Development vs. maintenance performance

Question 7

2 ways of dealing with ambidexterity

Answer 7

Structural, Contextual, + remember strong Leadership

Question 8

Elements impacted by ambidexterity

Answer 8

Trade-off shifting mechanisms, client relationship, artefact specification, project governance