Practical Interests in Theoretical Consideration: Constructive Methods in the Study of the Implementation of Information Systems

摘要

In this study, the basic issue is the relationship between practical development and research. The objective is to use various research approaches to show the possibilities of a research-aided development process as a constructive research approach in the planning and implementation of practical development solutions, as well as in the formation of new theoretical and conceptual knowledge. The applications discussed are the planning, implementation and use of information systems and especially enterprise resource planning systems (ERP). The research task must be approached by means of theoretical analysis, which is focused on scientific research approaches and methods. To examine and create new models in this study, the following research approaches are discussed: positivism, interpretavism, action research and a constructive approach, as well as realist approaches. Through the analysis of these research approach methods, we will arrive at two scientific methods by means of which the relationship between research and practice can be aligned in a new manner. These are a constructive approach and a realist approach. Based on these approaches, one can develop a research and development model in which a research-aided development process is central. With the help of this model, one can emphasize the link between research and practice, as well as the possibilities of transcending this link. As part of the treatment, the issues of research results and interpretation are considered.