Information Systems as Representations: A Review of the Theory and Evidence
Information Systems as Representations: A Review of the Theory and Evidence
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作为表示的信息系统：理论和证据回顾
DOI：
10.17705/1jais.00550
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发表时间：
2019
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R. Weber
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作者：
J. Recker;M. Indulska;Peter F. Green;A. Burton;R. Weber
表示理论提出，信息系统（IS）的基本目的是忠实地表示某些现实世界的现象，使用户能够比直接观察更经济有效地对这些现象进行推理。在过去的三十年中，该理论支持了许多关于信息系统分析和设计中的概念建模的研究，并越来越多地研究了其他信息系统现象，如数据质量、系统一致性、信息系统安全性和系统使用。最初的理论也激发了其核心前提的进一步发展和方法指导方针的进步，以改进其使用和评估。尽管如此，该理论在其有效性、相关性、有用性和稳健性方面一再受到批评。随着时间的推移，关于这一理论的文献越来越多，既有积极的，也有消极的，现在是时候进行叙述性的、发展性的回顾了。我们回顾了表征理论，研究了它是如何被使用的，并批判性地评估了它的贡献和局限性。基于我们的发现，我们提出了一组改进其应用、开发、测试和评估的建议。
Representation theory proposes that the basic purpose of an information system (IS) is to faithfully represent certain real-world phenomena, allowing users to reason about these phenomena more cost-effectively than if they were observed directly. Over the past three decades, the theory has underpinned much research on conceptual modeling in IS analysis and design and, increasingly, research on other IS phenomena such as data quality, system alignment, IS security, and system use. The original theory has also inspired further development of its core premises and advances in methodological guidelines to improve its use and evaluation. Nonetheless, the theory has attracted repeated criticisms regarding its validity, relevance, usefulness, and robustness. Given the burgeoning literature on the theory over time, both positive and negative, the time is ripe for a narrative, developmental review. We review representation theory, examine how it has been used, and critically evaluate its contributions and limitations. Based on our findings, we articulate a set of recommendations for improving its application, development, testing, and evaluation.