Abstract
In this paper we analyse the specific problems associated with large group collaboration that can occur in a multitude of real world settings. We introduce the concepts of 'collaborative flow' and 'working as one' as descriptive expressions of successful collaborations. The paper then describes a framework for large-scale collaboration developed from the above analysis and the resultant mechanisms for dealing with the conflict that naturally occurs in large group collaborative activity. We then apply the framework to the types of collaborative activity that occurs within groups of autonomous systems and virtual organizations. Finally, we highlight the framework's utility as a basis for designing, supporting and managing complex collaborative systems.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the IADIS International Conference on Collaborative Technologies 2010,CT, IADIS Int. Conf. Web Based Communities 2010, Part of the MCCSIS 2010 |
| Place of Publication | Lisbon |
| Publisher | IADIS |
| Pages | 37-44 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9789728939212 |
| Publication status | Published - 2010 |
| Event | IADIS Int. Conf. Collaborative Technologies 2010,CT, IADIS Int. Conf. Web Based Communities 2010,WBC, Part of the MCCSIS 2010, July 26, 2010 - July 31, 2010 - Freiburg, Germany Duration: 1 Jan 2010 → … |
Conference
| Conference | IADIS Int. Conf. Collaborative Technologies 2010,CT, IADIS Int. Conf. Web Based Communities 2010,WBC, Part of the MCCSIS 2010, July 26, 2010 - July 31, 2010 |
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| Country/Territory | Germany |
| City | Freiburg |
| Period | 1/01/10 → … |