Regular journal sections contemporary cybernetics, systems and management sciences: Emerging technologies: Software-intensive systems and other current developments

Abstract

Purpose: This paper aims to review current research and developments with particular reference to the emerging technologies. Design/methodology/approach: A general review and survey of selected research and development topics is given, and studies in software-intensive systems are highlighted. Findings: The paper illustrates the multi- and trans-disciplinary natures of studies in cybernetics, systems and management science with a view to further research and development activity. Practical implications: The choice of reviews provides an awareness of current trends in these areas of endeavour. Originality/value: The reviews are selected from a global database and give a studied assessment of current research and development initiatives. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited.