Wiki as a research support system — A trial in information systems research

@article{Au2017WikiAA,
  title={Wiki as a research support system — A trial in information systems research},
  author={Cheuk Hang Au},
  journal={2017 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM)},
  year={2017},
  pages={2271-2275}
}
  • Cheuk Hang Au
  • Published 1 December 2017
  • Computer Science
  • 2017 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM)
This paper shows the preliminary results of a study on exploring how to use Wiki as a research support system, with a focus on literature reviews management and research project management. A wiki was established by an Information Systems research student, who focused on e-Commerce. The Wiki included literature reviews and other related information, such as conferences and journal information. The technical issues and user experience are covered in this paper, and analysis on some wiki pages… 
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