Information systems development: where does knowledge lie and how does learning occur?

Abstract

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to delineate a road map for development and learning in organizations using information systems as a key trigger.Design/methodology/approachThis is a conceptual paper using arguments from the information systems development (ISD) literature.FindingsThe authors show that there are two knowledge sources, external and internal; and the interaction of these diverse knowledge sources is needed for the effective utilization of information systems as a development and learning tool in organizations.Originality/valueThe authors recommend that organizations should seek to learn during ISD processes as well as learning from the project outcome.