An axiomatic design framework to design interoperable buyer–supplier dyads

Cooperation arrangements in the form of buyer–supplier dyads are a way that companies have found to deal with the current competitive environment. Despite the contributions in the interoperability literature, a cohesive framework is lacking that would allow the systematization of solutions for interoperable problems in such cooperation. Therefore, we propose a framework for systematically detail interoperability issues and to provide solutions that fit business conditions.Through a case study conducted on an automotive dyad, it is possible to achieve a better interoperable scenario, by systematically addressing the issues and providing solutions that comply with the AD independence axiom.authorsversionpublishe

A school management system interoperability maturity (SMSIM) model for schools in South Africa

This qualitative study applied the exploratory Delphi expert reviews as a strategy through the research onion of Saunders, Lewis and Thornhill (2016) to explore School Management Systems (SMS) and how they can be improved through interoperability. The study followed the research methodology as outlined in chapter 5 to conceptualize the School Management Systems Interoperability Maturity (SMSIM) model that provides guidelines for achieving the next level of interoperability in SMS. To conceptualize the model, literature findings, a combination of Organisational Interoperability Maturity Model (OIM) and Information Systems Interoperability Maturity Model (ISIMM), and experts with over 10 years of experience in various fields participated in the study. Hermeneutics and thematic analysis were used to analyze and interpret the data. After the Delphi expert review results (in two iterations), it was evident that nothing had to be changed or adjusted from the conceptual literature model therefore, the model that emanated from literature was the final model of the study.School of ComputingM. Sc. (Computing