The intellectual structure of decision support systems (1971–1989)

摘要: Abstract This study aims at identifying the intellectual structure of decision support systems (DSS), using factor analysis and multidimensional scaling author cocitation frequency. Eight subsets DSS research are identified; they foundations, group DSS, routing data base management systems, multiple criteria marketing making, science. Earlier studies by Culnan reported that information (MIS) have made significant progress toward a cumulative tradition. extends examines subspecialty eight areas MIS identified prior research. Contrary to research, this supports theory continuing fragmentation finds very little Further, suggests should be directed improvement organizational making.