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Ken Bowen

Bio: Ken Bowen is an academic researcher. The author has contributed to research in topics: Project management & Data management. The author has an hindex of 1, co-authored 1 publications receiving 2842 citations.

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01 Jun 1988
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors present an Action Science Paradigm for Management Access in Management Access through Different Roles Preunderstanding and Understanding Case Study Research Quality of Academic Research and Management Consultancy.
Abstract: Qualitative Research in Management Access Through Different Roles Preunderstanding and Understanding Case Study Research Quality of Academic Research and Management Consultancy An Action Science Paradigm

2,868 citations


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23 Nov 2000
TL;DR: In this article, the discovery of grounded theory within the tradition of qualitative methods is discussed, and Grounded Theory within its Philosophical, Sociological, and Personal Contexts.
Abstract: Introduction PART ONE: SITUATING THE DISCOVERY OF GROUNDED THEORY Situating the Discovery of Grounded Theory within the Tradition of Qualitative Methods Situating Grounded Theory within Its Philosophical, Sociological and Personal Contexts PART TWO: THE GROUNDED THEORY RESEARCH APPROACH Distinguishing Characteristics of Grounded Theories Grounded Theory's Research Operations Evolution of Grounded Theory's Research Operations PART THREE: THE GROUNDED THEORY APPROACH IN MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION STUDIES Grounded Theory in Studies of Management and Organization Writing Grounded Theory

2,011 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors define and explore the legitimacy of an action-oriented research approach in OM, and the particular logic and value of applying action research (AR) to the description and understanding of issues in OM.
Abstract: A fundamental methodological question guides this paper: How can operations managers and researchers learn from the applied activity that characterises the practice of OM? To address this question, defines and explores the legitimacy of an action‐oriented research approach in OM, and the particular logic and value of applying action research (AR) to the description and understanding of issues in OM. Begins with a review of the role of empirical research in OM and how AR features within the OM research literature. Introduces the theory and practice of AR and outlines the AR cycle and how AR is implemented. Finally, describes the skills required to engage in AR and explores issues in generating theory. Concludes with the assertion that AR is relevant and valid for the discipline of OM in its ability to address the operational realities experienced by practising managers while simultaneously contributing to knowledge.

1,344 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors investigated the purchasing process for green consumers in relation to consumer technology products in the UK and developed a green consumer purchasing model and success criteria for closing the gap between green consumers' values and their behaviour.
Abstract: The ‘attitude–behaviour gap’ or ‘values–action gap’ is where 30% of consumers report that they are very concerned about environmental issues but they are struggling to translate this into purchases. For example, the market share for ethical foods remains at 5 per cent of sales. This paper investigates the purchasing process for green consumers in relation to consumer technology products in the UK. Data were collected from 81 self-declared green consumers through in depth interviews on recent purchases of technology products. A green consumer purchasing model and success criteria for closing the gap between green consumers' values and their behaviour are developed. The paper concludes that incentives and single issue labels (like the current energy rating label) would help consumers concentrate their limited efforts. More fundamentally, ‘being green’ needs time and space in people's lives that is not available in increasingly busy lifestyles. Implications for policy and business are proposed. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP Environment.

1,218 citations

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TL;DR: This article reviewed the literature on case study as a strategic qualitative research methodology and explained the general concept of a case study, strengths and weaknesses of using this method knowing that theoretically case is exciting and data rich.
Abstract: This research reviews the literature on case study as a strategic qualitative research methodology. Although case studies have been criticised by some authors as lacking scientific rigour and do not address generalizability, this research, however, reiterated its appropriateness when dealing with a process or a complex real-life activities in great-depth. Case study has been commonly used in social science fields like sociology, industrial relations and anthropology eventhough generally was considered an underutilized strategy. Hence, this research explained the general concept of a case study, strengths and weaknesses of using this method knowing that theoretically case is exciting and data rich. Based on a study of four organizations and the researcher’s own experience, this article described matters on how case study was undertaken, gaining excess to those organizations and the systematic process of data collection and triangulation (multiple techniques). It was noted that combining multiple techniques for elicitng data in case study research actually strengthens and confirmed results.

1,030 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, a discussion about generally accepted quality concepts in research, criticising them from the qualitative perspective, is presented, concluding by suggesting alternative concepts to be used for securing quality when pursuing qualitative research.
Abstract: This article consists of two parts, starting with a discussion about generally accepted quality concepts in research, criticising them from the qualitative perspective. The article concludes by suggesting alternative concepts to be used for securing quality when pursuing qualitative research.

961 citations