Collaborative Research Design: Working with Business for Meaningful Results (Contributions to Management Science)

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of research methods for investigating business management processes, emphasizing the integration of academia and practice. It introduces innovative approaches that acknowledge the business community as stakeholders and advocates for their active involvement in the research process. With a focus on understanding the thoughts and behaviors of business managers, the book showcases a range of contemporary research methods. It challenges traditional research designs by presenting fresh perspectives on literature reviews, interviews, and observation studies. Additionally, it explores cutting-edge techniques such as vignettes, workshops, improvisation, theater, and computer-based simulation. The book also addresses data capture, generation, and analysis, incorporating various models, computer-aided text analysis, and innovative data display methods. By linking research philosophy with different research methods, the book highlights the importance of aligning reality and beliefs in driving knowledge creation. 

Ultimately, the book advocates for a more collaborative and co-created approach to research, fostering rigorous relevance in business market contexts. Written by experienced researchers in both academia and applied business research, the book presents carefully curated chapters that provide valuable insights into business management processes. It appeals to business researchers aiming to bridge the gap between theory and practice, engaging both practitioners and the academic audience in meaningful research endeavors.