摘要：Conceptual frameworks have played significant roles in diverse patterns of inquiry and have significant uses in design science research. However, there is a lack of shared under- standing regarding the use of conceptual frameworks in design science. This study addresses the following question: what is the nature and purpose of conceptual frameworks in design science? The question is answered through the literature review method, which is guided by a taxonomy of research question construction in design science. The results highlight at which research stages conceptual frameworks are used, and what purposes they support. From the review, we develop a decision model for using conceptual frameworks in design science.
