This paper presents a current, accessible, and overarching view of work system theory. WST
is the core of an integrated body of theory that emerged from a long-term research project to …

Abstract The Object Management Group introduced the Model-Driven Architecture in 2001.
Since then, the research community has embraced model-driven engineering (MDE), but to …

The role of information systems (IS) as representations of real-world systems is changing in
an increasingly digitalized world, suggesting that conceptual modeling is losing its …

Abstract Model-based engineering (MBE) aims at increasing the effectiveness of
engineering by using models as important artifacts in the development process. While …

Use case modeling in the Unified Modeling Language (UML) is a popular text-based tool for
systems analysis and design. Use cases can be used with or without supporting use case …

This paper brings statistical findings from a survey about the use of UML modeling and
model-driven approaches for the design of embedded software in Brazil. The survey …

Background: There is a controversy about the relevance, role, and utility of models,
modeling, and modeling languages in industry. For instance, while some consider UML as …

Abstract Model-Based Engineering (MBE) aims at increasing the effectiveness of
engineering by using models as key artifacts in the development process. While empirical …

Organizations' increasing reliance on externally produced information, such as online user-
generated content (UGC) and crowdsourcing, challenges common assumptions about …

We present the results of a survey of 228 software practitioners conducted on two phases
ten years apart. The goal of the study is to uncover trends in the practice of software design …