This thesis endeavors to answer to two specific questions. Is it possible to formulate a theory
of production? Does such a theory add to our understanding and lead to improved …

The purpose of this article is to suggest a possible “meta” approach of the project
management field—the unit of analysis—respectful of the various perspectives in existence …

This paper presents a critique of existing approaches to the management of projects and the
definition of project success, arguing that these are both fragmented and fail to place the …

Béguin P.(1998),«Participation et simulation», in V. Pilnière et O. Lhospital (textes
rassemblés par), Participation, représentation, décisions dans l'intervention ergonomique …

This paper looks at the role played by the ISO 9000 registration process in contributing to the
knowledge codification within the firms. The ISO 9000 standards concern the way a …

There is a growing tendency to organize various aspects of business life by projects, and to
set up temporary organizations in a competition where speed and adaptability becomes a …

Une réflexion en termes de communauté invite naturellement à introduire au sein d'une
recherche en gestion des concepts empruntés à la sociologie. Outre les références à Brown …

Cet ouvrage offre un panorama complet des dernières théories et pratiques en organisation.
Il présente des méthodes permettant de conduire un changement. Les 4 parties abordent …

How are project coalitions governed? In other words, how are all the different transactions
that take place over the project life cycle co-ordinated and controlled so that the client's …

This paper synthesizes several works about innovation management. By blending both
academic and industrial points of view, we hope to help those participating in innovative …