A Multi-Disciplinary Framework for the Management of Interorganizational Systems

Abstract

Interorganizational information systems (lOS) are information technology (IT)-based systems that link multiple organizations. Management of these systems could be significantly more complex than managing IT within individual organizations. We explore the complexities of managing lOS using case studies and propose a multidisciplinary framework that includes collaboration, organization, and technology issues for the design and management of such organizations. Multiple case studies are presented to illustrate the proposed framework. Managerial and research implications are also discussed. © 1999, Authors. All rights reserved.