Methodological Guidelines for Design Science Research

Design science research is typically used to conduct research in the information systems space. Design science research has also existed for many years, and might be seen as a daunting task when first undertaken by inexperienced researchers. This is most likely due to the various approaches and terminologies that exist for conducting design science research. Therefore, this paper proposes a tailor-made approach for inexperienced researchers to conduct design science research. Accordingly, this approach aims to specifically assist researchers to develop an artefact as a research contribution in an environment where the artefact is developed and evaluated concurrently in close collaboration with stakeholders.