期刊名称：Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology
印刷版ISSN：1547-5840
电子版ISSN：1547-5867
出版年度：2007
卷号：4
页码：407-419
出版社：Informing Science Institute
摘要：With the increasing levels of multiculturalism in today¡¯s business and the proliferation and
essentiality of information systems, development and management of IS needs to be considered in
light of the cultural factors which impact upon its utility. Hofstede¡¯s work on culture is the most
widely cited in existence. His observations and analysis provide scholars and practitioners a
valuable insight into the dynamics of cross-cultural relationships. However, such a groundbreaking
body of work does not escape criticism. Hofstede has been dogged by academics
discrediting his work in part or whole. Nonetheless, far more scholars exist who support Hofstede
than those that don¡¯t. Most quote Hofstede¡¯s work with unabashed confidence, many including
his findings as absolute assumptions.
This paper takes a critical look at Hofstede¡¯s work and applies his findings to the practical needs
of information systems. The paper finds support for the dimensions promoted by Hofstede in
regard to information systems, but recommends continued research to provide greater clarity and
continued applicability of his espoused dimensions.
关键词：Culture, Information Systems, Hofstede, Cultural Dimensions, Cross-Cultural Research.
