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Framework & Review Overview
The
Research
Research Process & Framework
The research utilised two different models, fundamentally overlapping the considerations of incremental stages with elements or aspects.
The
framework based off Hoang & Antoncic’s (2003) network research and
entrepreneurship review, which identified three different constructs which are
essential components of networks; the component of the relationships, the
governance of the relationships, and the structure or pattern that emerges from
cross-cutting ties (p.5) Using a comparative model template to that referring to the
overall review structural outlay (Fig 4) the concept is that if we include the
variety of other perspectives, conceptualisations and elements related to a
particular topic, we have to learn something (further demonstration and
justification of this can be found online). The “slideshow” demonstrates a
variety of these reviews for numerous articles, representing a range of
considerations within all of these sub topics. While these
overlapping stage and element considerations undoubtedly form the basis of the
review itself, they have only been touched upon in this submission document,
due to restrictive limitation criteria. More detailed review can be found in
the online “virtual” version, where each of these rings receive more thorough
review both separately, and in conjunction. The collective understanding from
these, is used to define each topic. This review
aimed to explore and revise the vast and differing aspects, elements and
considerations of the place of New Zealand and New Zealanders in the “digital
environment”. A broad conceptual overview has been undertaken to consider the
areas of overlap and potential for integrated and collaborative considerations.
By doing so I hope to have highlighted some of the areas where the most
potential for benefit is demonstrated.
Yet again I have been limited throughout this review and have only
been able to touch on the most important elements I have identified within my
review. The angst associated with this is overload of information is common
place within network theory. Obviously,
as there has only been one quadrant reviewed within this framework, the
findings will not be complete, yet there are still some obvious insights which
can be drawn from undergoing the review process. Further, I believe the
cross-discipline and multifaceted approach to completing the research, has in
itself, potential to highlight the value of adopting different approaches.
Regardless of which particular model or structure is adopted to the review, I
feel that being able to draw back on the three rings I identified, really was
the key to enabling me to adequately consider the interactions between these
different concerns and considerations. Hopefully by adopting similarly
innovative and creative interpretations of such requirements as those under
which I am limited by the University of Auckland, other students can be
inspired to question the boundaries of what appears to be the remnants of
legacy systems within society.
There
are also indications that despite government initiatives designed to promote and
improve the availability and access of SMEs to science and technology research,
the use and integration between the two, has failed to achieve potential value
afforded to either by doing so. (MED, 2006). Moving instead to a focus where
they are to lead by example, the New Zealand government continue to demonstrate
willingness and acceptance of these inevitable changes and ongoing
complications as we fully arrive in the reality of digital environments. Market
limitations no longer restrict SMEs in the same way. As Macpac entrepreneur
Bruce McIntyre so succinctly said, “You’re on the other side of the world, and
there’s a 12 hour time difference”. Well you can look at that as a big
negative, or take advantage that we’re actually 12 hours ahead and that we’re
working while they’re asleep.” (Benson-Rae & Shepard, 2008).
Incremental Stage Considerations
These have been adapted broadly throughout the texts.
