The most widely used qualitative research methodologies are grounded theory and phenomenology. Both have expanded over time to several adaptations aligning with different paradigms, complex philosophical assumptions, varying methodological strategies. Novice researchers either mistakenly mix the strategies of both or blend specific assumptions methodologies’ adaptations. Choosing appropriate me...

this research aims to develop a theory of talent management. the research method is qualitative based on grounded theory. data were gathered in investment market as theoric sampling and 16 interviews were done by managers of investment market. the results of open, axial and selective coding lead to develop dual-core hr architecture theory. based on this theory, organizations should differentiat...

This paper explores the differences and similarities that may exist in respect of using the interview method in phenomenological and grounded theory methodologies. Baker et al. set out to differentiate between method in grounded theory and phenomenology and concluded that it was essential to ensure that the method matches the research question being asked. However, the paper, whilst clear in in...

The salient features of organizational knowledge and its manipulating activities make it difficult for traditional systems development methodologies to be directly applicable. Therefore, there is a need for a new generation of knowledge management support systems (KMSS) development methodologies that take into consideration such features. By extending the “information system design theory” of W...

This paper is written with two main aims: first, to justify the use of grounded theory (GT) as a data analysis method in a manner compatible with the case study strategy, by using Straussian GT in this integration. The need for this integration is vital, as no conceptual research specifies how grounded theory can be used as a method within an interpretive case study strategy in order to define ...