Incorporating Use History in Information System Remodularization

Authors

Yu Jia, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology
Shilun Ge, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology
Huigang Liang, University of Memphis
Nianxin Wang, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology
Zhiying Wang, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology
Jia Shu, School of Management and Economics of UESTC

Abstract

Current IS system remodularization approaches have mainly focused on source codes but insufficiently considered users. To mitigate this problem, we integrate the concept of use history and design structure matrix to develop a user-centered system remodularization approach (UCSRA-DSM) that can optimize system structure and improve user experience. In this article, we demonstrate the proposed UCSRA-DSM by empirically analyzing an enterprise information system of a large shipbuilding manufacturer in China. Different alternative DSMs are employed to evaluate our UCSRA-DSM, and a summative evaluation indicates the effectiveness of the UCSRA-DSM in improving user experience. This research has important implications for system remodularization and provides guidance for IS management.

Publication Title

IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management

Recommended Citation

Jia, Y., Ge, S., Liang, H., Wang, N., Wang, Z., & Shu, J. (2022). Incorporating Use History in Information System Remodularization. IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management https://doi.org/10.1109/TEM.2022.3160069