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Research pattern navigator

Many research projects can be described in terms of one or more research patterns: each pattern is a combination of research strategies. What questions do you want to answer? Check the table below to find matching research patterns.

Choosing fitting technology

How do I choose the right technologies for my project?​

Choosing fitting technology →

Clarify focus and scope

How do I get a grasp on what the stakeholders really want?

Clarify focus and scope →

Clarify focus and scope

How can I help the stakeholders get clear what they really want?

Clarify focus and scope →

Realise as an expert

How do I develop a solution that is more generally applicable than just for my immediate stakeholders?

Realise as an expert →

Realise as an expert

How do I develop a state-of-the-art solution that meets professional requirements?

Realise as an expert →

Realise as an expert

How do I develop something using technologies or techniques that I don't know yet?

Realise as an expert →

Realise as required

How can I ensure the product meets the needs of the stakeholders throughout the project?​

Realise as required →

Solidify

How do I develop a deep enough understanding of the context using available work?​

Solidify →

Validate

How do I monitor the quality of my solution?

Validate →