Heikki Topi

Teaching Interests

Systems Analysis & Design; Data management; Networking, organizational IT infrastructure

Research Interests

IS education; SA&D methods and methodologies; Information search; Usability; Mobile systems; Effects of time constraints on problem solving

Consulting/Practice Interests

Computing education, particularly in Information Systems; Modeling of complex systems

Bio

Heikki Topi is Associate Dean of Business at Bentley University. His Ph.D. in Management Information Systems is from Indiana University. His research focuses on systems development methodologies, information systems education, and human factors and usability of enterprise systems. His research has been published in journals such as European Journal of Information Systems, JASIST, Information Processing & Management, International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, Journal of Database Management, and others. He is co-author of Modern Database Management, Essentials of Database Management, and Systems Analysis & Design in an Age of Options and co-editor of IS Management Handbook and Computing Handbook: Information Systems and Information Technology. He has been actively involved in global computing curriculum development and evaluation efforts since early 2000s (including IS2002, CC2005 Overview Report, CC2020 and as task force co-chair of IS2010 and MSIS2016). He currently serves on ABET’s Computing Accreditation Commission and its ExCom and served earlier on ACM’s Education Board and Council, CSAB’s Board of Directors, and AIS Council as Vice President of Education.

Professional Links

Professional Memberships

  • Association for Computing Machinery 2001 - Present
  • Association for Information Systems 1998 - Present
  • Awards and Honors

  • 2018, AMCIS 2018 Education Track Best Paper Award, AIS
  • 2017, AIS ED-SIG Annual Meeting Best Paper Award, AIS SIG-ED
  • 2017, Distinguished Information Systems Educator Award, AITP EDSIG
  • 2016, CSAB Outstanding Achievement Award, CSAB, Inc.
  • 2015, Outstanding Contribution to IS Education, AIS
  • 2015, CSAB Outstanding Achievement Award, CSAB
  • 2003, Bentley College Graduate Student Association (GSA) Professor of the Year Award
  • 2002, Bentley College Innovation in Teaching Award
  • 2000, Indiana University Kelley School of Business CIS Club Student Choice Award
  • Publications

    Journal Articles


  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2023). Teaching how to select an optimal agile, plan-driven, or hybrid software development approach: Case studies from enterprise software development leaders. Journal of Information Systems Education, (34) 2 148-178.
  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Tang, J. (2023). MaCuDE IS Task Force: Final Report and Recommendations. Communications of the AIS, (52) 1 25.
  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Tang, J. (2023). MaCuDE IS Task Force Phase II Report: Views of Industry Leaders on Big Data Analytics and AI. Communications of the AIS, (52) 1 18.
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2022). Synergistically Employing User Stories and Use Cases in the Practice and Teaching of Systems Analysis and Design . Communications of the AIS, (51) 15 141-177.
  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Tang, J. (2021). Information Systems Curriculum Analysis for the MaCuDE Project. Communications of the AIS. 49 748-759.
  • van Slyke, C., Topi, H., Granger, M. (2021). COVID-19, Learning, Pedagogy, and Educational Systems. Communications of the AIS, (48) 41 476 – 486.
  • Baiyere, A., Topi, H., Donnellan, B., Venkatesh, V., Wyatt, J. (2020). Internet of Things (IoT) – A Research Agenda for Information Systems. Communications of the AIS, (47) 1 1-21.
  • Takada, S., Cuadros-Vargas, E., Impagliazzo, J., Gordon, S., Marshall, L., Topi, H., van der Veer, G., Waguespack, L. J. (2020). Toward the Visual Understanding of Computing Curricula. Education and Information Technologies, (25) 4231-4270.
  • Topi, H., Spurrier, G. (2019). A Generalized Enterprise Level Systems Development Process Framework for Systems Analysis and Design Education (Invited Paper). Journal of Information Systems Education, (30) 4 253-265.
  • Topi, H. (2019). Reflections on Current State and Future of Information Systems Education (Invited Paper). Journal of Information Systems Education, (30) 1 1-9.
  • Xu, J., Topi, H. (2017). A Conceptual Model for User-System Collaboration: Enhancing Usability of Complex Information Systems. Communications of the AIS, (41) 1 775-800. (Link)
  • Galliers, R. D., Newell, S., Shanks, G., Topi, H. (2017). Datification and its human, organizational and societal effects: The strategic opportunities and challenges of algorithmic decision-making. Journal of Strategic Information Systems, (26) 185-190.
  • Topi, H., Karsten, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J. A., Donnellan, B., Shen, J., Tan, B. Y., Thouin, M. (2017). MSIS 2016 Global Competency Model for Graduate Programs in Information Systems. Communications of the AIS, (40) 18 1-107. (Link)
  • Topi, H., Markus, M. (2015). Educating Data Scientists in the Broader Implications of their Work. Journal of the Washington Academy of Sciences, (101) 3 39-48.
  • Jukic, N., Topi, H. (2015). Teradata University Network: collaboration between industry and academia for improving education. ACM Inroads, (6) 2 50-56.
  • Topi, H., Conboy, K., Donnellan, B., Ramesh, V., Van Toorn, C., Wright, R. T. (2014). Moving Towards the Next Generation of Graduate Degree Programs in Information Systems. Communications of the AIS, (34) 35 693-710.
  • Kroeze, J. H., Lotriet, H. H., Mavetera, N., Pfaff, M. S., Postma, J., Sewchurran, K., Topi, H. (2011). ECIS 2010 Panel Report: Humanities-Enriched Information Systems. Communications of the Association for Information Systems, (28) 24
  • Topi, H., Helfert, M., Ramesh, V., Wigand, R. T. (2011). Future of Master’s Level Education in Information Systems. Communications of the Association for Information Systems, (28) 27
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J. S., Wright, R. T., Kaiser, K., Nunamaker, J. F., Sipior, J. C., de Vreede, G. (2010). IS 2010: Curriculum Guidelines for Undergraduate Degree Programs in Information Systems. Communications of the AIS, (26) 18 (Link)
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J. S., Wright, R. T., Kaiser, K., Nunamaker, J., Sipior, J. (2008). Revising Undergraduate IS Model Curriculum: New Outcome Expectations. Communications of the AIS, (23) 32 (Link)
  • Satzinger, J. W., Batra, D., Topi, H. (2007). Analysis and Design in the IS Curriculum: Taking it to the Next Level. Communications of the AIS, (20) 31
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J. S., Kaiser, K., Nunamaker, J. F., Sipior, J., de Vreede, G. J. (2007). Revising the IS Model Curriculum: Rethinking the Approach and the Process. Communications of the AIS, (20) 45
  • Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Topi, H. (2007). Determinants of Customer Loyalty in the Wireless Telecommunication Industry. Telecommunication Policy, (31) 2 93-106.
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2006). Improving ERP Usability Through User-System Collaboration. International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems, (2) 3 10-23.
  • Topi, H., Lucas, W. T., Babaian, T. (2006). Using informal notes for sharing corporate technology know-how. European Journal of Information Systems, (15) 5 486-499.
  • Deichmann, J. I., Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Masnaghetti, M., Sayek, S., Topi, H. (2006). Exploring Break-points and Interaction Effects Among Predictors of International Digital Divide. Journal of Global Information Technology Management, (9) 4 47-71.
  • Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Teebagy, N., Topi, H. (2006). Determinants of Customer Churn Behavior: The Case of the Local Telephone Service. Marketing Management Journal, (16) 2 179-187.
  • Deichmann, J. I., Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Sayek, S., Teebagy, N., Topi, H. (2006). Understanding Eurasian Convergence 1992-2000: Application of Kohonen Self-organizing Maps. Journal of Modern Applied Statistical Methods, (5) 1 72-93. (Link)
  • Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Topi, H., Deichmann, J. I. (2005). Digital Divide and Consumption Patterns in the U.S.: An Exploratory Investigation. Marketing Management Journal, (15) 4 108-122.
  • Topi, H., Brown, C. V. (2005). From The Editors -- An Introduction to a Special Issue on Ubiquitous Computing. Information Systems Management, (22) 4 5-6.
  • Frydenberg, M. E., Kamis, A., Topi, H. (2005). Upgrading IT 101 with Handheld Computers. Communications of the Association for Information Systems, (16) Sept. 2005 494-516. (Link)
  • Topi, H., Lucas, W. T. (2005). Mix and Match: Combining Terms and Operators for Successful Web Searches. Information Processing & Management, (41) 4 801-817.
  • Topi, H., Lucas, W. T. (2005). Searching the Web: Operator Assistance Required. Information Processing & Management, (41) 2 383-403.
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J. S., Hoffer, J. A. (2005). The Effects of Task Complexity and Time Availability Limitations on Human Performance in Database Query Tasks. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, (62) 3 349-379.
  • Topi, H. (2004). Supporting Telework: Obstacles and Solutions. Information Systems Management, (21) 3 79-85.
  • Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2004). Training for Web Search: Will it Get You in Shape?. Journal of the American Society for Information Science and Technology, (55) 13 1183-1198.
  • Haughton, D. M., Deichmann, J. I., Eshghi, A., Sayek, S., Teebagy, N., Topi, H. (2003). A review of software packages for data mining. American Statistician, (57) 4 290-309.
  • Deichmann, J. I., Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Sayek, S., Teebagy, N., Topi, H. (2003). Foreign Direct Investment in the Eurasian Transition States. Eastern European Economics, (41) 1 5-34.
  • Deichmann, J. I., Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Sayek, S., Teebagy, N., Topi, H. (2003). Geography Matters: Kohonen Classification of Determinants of Foreign Direct Investment in Transition Economies. Journal of Business Strategies, (20) 1 23-44.
  • Gorgone, J. T., Davis, G. B., Valacich, J. S., Topi, H., Feinstein, D. L., Longenecker Jr, H. E. (2003). IS 2002: Model curriculum and guidelines for undergraduate degree programs in information systems. Data Base, (34) 1 1-52.
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J. S., Rao, M. T. (2002). The Effects of Personality and Media Differences on the Performance of Dyads Addressing a Cognitive Conflict Task. Small Group Research, (33) 6
  • Deichmann, J. I., Eshghi, A., Haughton, D. M., Sayek, S., Teebagy, N., Topi, H. (2002). Application of Multiple Adaptive Regression Splines (MARS) in Direct Response Modeling. Journal of Interactive Marketing, (16) 4 15-27.
  • Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2002). Form and Function: The Impact of Query Formation on Web Search Results. Journal of the American Society for Information Science and Technology, (53) 2 95-108.
  • Topi, H., Ramesh, V. (2002). Human Factors Research on Data Modeling: A Review of Prior Research, An Extended Framework and Future Research Directions. Journal of Database Management, (13) 2 3-19.
  • Kuittinen, M., Sutinen, E., Topi, H., Turpeinen, M. (2001). Learning by Experience. Networks in Learning Organizations. Informatica, (25) 2 159-164.

    Books


  • Hoffer, J. A., Ramesh, V., Topi, H. (2021). Modern Database Management 13e, Digital Update. 13e, digital editionPearson
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2020). Systems Analysis and Design in the Age of Options. 1st edition 540. Burlington, VT: Prospect Press
  • Hoffer, J. A., Ramesh, V., Topi, H. (2019). Modern Database Management, 13th edition. 13Hoboken, NJ: Pearson Education
  • Hoffer, J. A., Ramesh, V., Topi, H. (2015). Modern Database Management, 12th edition. 12th 700. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson (Link)
  • Topi, H., Tucker, A. B. (2014). Information Systems and Information Technology, Volume 2 (Computing Handbook Set). 1522. Boca Raton, Florida: Taylor and Francis (Link)
  • Hoffer, J. A., Topi, H., Ramesh, V. (2013). Essentials of Database Management. 1st 408. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall
  • Hoffer, J. A., Ramesh, V., Topi, H. (2012). Modern Database Management. 11Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall
  • Hoffer, J. A., Ramesh, V., Topi, H. (2010). Modern Database Management. 10 581. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall
  • Hoffer, J. A., Prescott, M., Topi, H. (2008). Modern Database Management. 9th edition 690. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall
  • Brown, C. V., Topi, H. (2003). IS Management Handbook, 8th Edition. 900. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press
  • Brown, C. V., Topi, H. (2000). IS Management Handbook, 7th Edition. 788. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press

  • Book Chapters


  • Topi, H. (2014). The Evolving Discipline of Information Systems In Heikki Topi and Allen B. Tucker, (Eds.) Computing Handbook, Vol. 2: Information Systems and Information Technology. 1-1 - 1-26. Boca Raton, Florida: Taylor & Francis (Link)
  • Topi, H. (2013). Transforming Business Education through Disciplinary Integration: The Case of Information Systems In , (Eds.) Shaping the Future of Business Education. Basingstoke: Palgrave
  • Lucas, W. T., Babaian, T., Topi, H. (2008). Applying Collaboration Theory for Improving ERP System-User Interaction In Angappa Gunasekaran, (Eds.) Techniques and Tools for the Design and Implementation of Enterprise Information Systems (Vol. 2). 1-21. Hershey, PA: Idea Group, Inc.
  • Dennis, A. R., Garfield, M. J., Topi, H., Valacich, J. S. (2006). Conducting Experimental Research in HCI: From Topic Selection to Publication In Dennis Galletta, Ping Zhang, (Eds.) . 403-423. Armonk, NY: M.E. Sharpe
  • Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2005). Learning and Training for Search In Amanda Spink; Charles Cole, (Eds.) New Directions in Cognitive Information Retrieval. 209-226. Berlin: Springer
  • Topi, H., Ramesh, V. (2004). Toward an Extended Framework for Human Factors Research on Data Modeling In Siau, Keng, (Eds.) Advanced Topics in Database Research. Hershey, PA: Idea Group Publishing
  • Topi, H. (2003). Supporting Telework: Obstacles and Solutions In Brown, C.V, Topi, H, (Eds.) . Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press
  • Topi, H. (2003). The Promise of Mobile Internet: Personalized Services In Brown, C.V, Topi, H, (Eds.) . Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press
  • Topi, H. (2000). Supporting Telework In Brown, C.V, Topi, H, (Eds.) . Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press
  • Dennis, A., Garfield, M. J., Topi, H., Valacich, J. (). Conducting Experimental Research In HCI: From Topic Selection To Publication In Galletta, Dennis, Zhang, Ping, (Eds.) . Armonk, NY: M. E. Sharpe, Inc Forthcoming.

  • Conference Proceedings


  • Waguespack, L. J.Topi, H.Frezza, S.Babb, J. J.Marshall, L.Shingo, T.van der Veer, G.Pears, A. (2019). Adopting Competency Mindful of Professionalism in Baccalaureate Computing Curricula ISCAP (EDSIGCON Proceedings), (5) 4955 1-17. (Link)
  • Topi, H. (2014). Program Directors' Perspectives on MSIS Outcome Expectations and Future Directions AIS SIG-ED Annual meeting, (AIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2014)
  • Topi, H.Wright, R. T. (2013). Differentiating Information Systems and Information Technology as Fields of Study: An Evaluation of Model Curricula AIS, (AIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2013)
  • Topi, H.Xu, J. (2012). Developing an Instrument to Measure Enterprise System Users' Perceptions of System-User Collaboration , (Pacific-Asia Conference on Information Systems)
  • Cooprider, J. G.Topi, H.Xu, J.Dias, M.Babaian, T.Lucas, W. T. (2010). A Collaboration Model for ERP User-System Interaction , (Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (HICSS))
  • Jacobson, C.Kasper, G.Topi, H.Mathieu, R.Redmond, R.Sethi, V. (2007). Accrediting Undergraduate and Graduate Programs in Information Systems: Why, Why Not, and How , (AMCIS 2007)
  • Batra, D.Satzinger, J.Topi, H. (2007). Analysis and Design in the IS Curriculum: Taking it to the Next Level , (AMCIS 2007)
  • Topi, H.Sipior, J.Valacich, J. (2007). Introducing a New Way to Revise and Maintain the Undergraduate Information Systems Model Curriculum , (AIS SIG-ED: IAIM 2007)
  • Kamis, A.Topi, H. (2007). Network Subnetting: an Instance of Technical Problem Solving in Kolb's Experiential Learning Cycle , (40th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences - 2007)
  • Topi, H.Cassel, L. M. (2006). Using Computing Ontology Project as Foundation for Revising Information Systems Body of Knowledge , (AIS SIG-ED: IAIM 2006)
  • Topi, H.Babaian, T.Lucas, W. T. (2005). Informal Notes on Technology Use as a Mechanism for Knowledge Representation and Transfer , (The Sixth European Conference on Organizational Knowledge, Learning, and Capabilities)
  • Topi, H.Lucas, W. T.Babaian, T. (2005). Identifying Usability Issues with an ERP Implementation , (International Conference on Enterprise Information Systems 2005)

  • Conference Papers


  • Topi, H., Spurrier, G. (2022). Addressing AI-based Capabilities in Systems Analysis and Design: A Pedagogical PerspectiveAssociation for the Information Systems SIG-ED Annual Meeting, AIS SIGED 2022.
  • Topi, H. (2018). Using Competencies for Specifying Outcome Expectations for Degree Programs in Computing: Lessons Learned from Other DisciplinesProceedings of the 2018 AIS SIG-ED Annual Meeting, AIS SIG-ED 2018 Annual Meeting.
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2018). Resolving the Pedagogical Disconnect Between User Stories and Use Cases in Systems Analysis and Design TextbooksAMCIS 2018, 2018 Americas Conference on Information Systems. (Link)
  • Topi, H., Spurrier, G. (2018). Process Model Framework for Hybrid Enterprise Level Systems DevelopmentProceedings of the 2018 AIS SIGSAND Symposium, 2018 SIGSAND Symposium.
  • Topi, H. (2017). Information Systems in CC2020: Comparing Key Structural Elements of Curriculum Recommendations in Computing AIS SIG-ED Annual Meeting, AIS SIG-ED Annual Meeting.
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2017). Is Object-Orientation Optimal for Modeling Information Systems?AMCIS 2018, Americas Conference on Information Systems. (Link)
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2017). When is Agile Appropriate for Enterprise Software Development?ECIS 2017, European Conference on Information Systems.
  • Karsten, H., Topi, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J. A., Donnellan, B., Tan, B. C., Shen, J., Mark, T. (2015). Master’s Degree Programs in Information Systems: A Global ViewAIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2015.
  • Topi, H., Karsten, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J., Donnellan, B., Shen, J., Tan, B. C., Thouin, M. F. (2015). Current MSIS Students' Views on Program OutcomesAIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2015.
  • Topi, H., Wright, R. T., Helfert, M., Ramesh, V., Wigand, R. T. (2010). Future of Master’s Level Education in Information Systems (panel)AIS, AMCIS 2010.
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Xu, J., Topi, H. (2010). Usability through System-User Collaboration: Deriving Design Principles for Greater ERP Usability, 5th International Conference on Design Science Research in Information Systems and Technology .
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Xu, J., Topi, H. (2010). Usability through System-User Collaboration: Deriving Design Principles for Greater ERP UsabilitySpringer, Lecture Series in Computer Science, 6105. 394-409. (Link)
  • Lucas, W. T., Babaian, T., Cooprider, J. G., Topi, H., Xu, J. (2010). Applying Human-Computer Collaboration for Improving ERP Usability: Extended Abstract, Proceedings of the 2010 International Symposium on Collaborative Technologies and Systems (CTS 2010).
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2007). A Data-driven Design for Deriving Usability Metrics, International Conference on Software and Data Technologies (ICSOFT-2007).
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2007). Visualizing the process: A graph-based approach toenhancing system-user knowledge sharing, ICEIS-2007.
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2006). Improving ERP System Usability by Employing Theory Of Collaboration (Presented by Heikki Topi).
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2006). Making Memories: Applying User Input Logs to Interface Design and Evaluation, Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems (CHI).

  • Other(s)


  • Clear, A., Parrish, A., Ciancarini, P., Cuadros-Vargas, E., Frezza, S., Gal-Ezer, J., Impagliazzo, J., Pears, A., Takada, S., Topi, H., van der Veer, G., Vichare, A., Waguespack, L. J., Wang, P., Zhang, M. (2021). Computing Curricula 2020ACM and IEEE-CS.
  • Topi, H. (2019). Understanding and Addressing System Implications as a Special Competency of IS GraduatesACM Inroads, (10) 1 35-36.
  • Topi, H. (2018). New IS Competency: Integrating Analytics and AI Capabilities into Information SystemsACM Inroads.
  • Topi, H. (2018). Proposing an Industry Advisory Board for IS EducationACM Inroads.
  • Topi, H. (2017). Role of information systems in the CC2020 initiativeACM Inroads, (8) 4 43-44.
  • Topi, H. (2017). Everything changes so fast: A great reason to learn from the past!ACM Inroads, (8) 3 22-23.
  • Topi, H. (2017). MSIS 2016: Guidance and Inspiration for Master’s Programs in Information SystemsACM Inroads, (8) 2 27-28.
  • Topi, H. (2016). Improving and Demonstrating Program Quality with Information Systems AccreditationACM Inroads, (7) 4 20-21.
  • Topi, H. (2016). Using Competency-Based Approach as Foundation for Information Systems Curricula: Benefits and ChallengesACM Inroads, (7) 3 27-28.
  • Topi, H. (2016). Time to Rethink Systems Analysis and Design in IS Curricula?ACM Inroads, (7) 2 34-35.
  • Topi, H. (2016). Advancing Data Science Education Through A Transdisciplinary ConversationACM Inroads, (7) 1 26-27.
  • Topi, H. (2015). Gender Imbalance in Computing: Lessons from a Summer Computer CampACM Inroads, (6) 4 22-23.
  • Markus, M., Topi, H. (2015). Big Data, Big Decisions for Science, Society, and Business —NSF Project Outcomes ReportBentley University.
  • Topi, H. (2015). Using ICT Competence Frameworks to Support Curriculum DevelopmentACM Inroads, (6) 3 36-37.
  • Topi, H. (2015). A Truly Global Approach to Revising the MSIS Curriculum RecommendationACM Inroads, (6) 2 22-23.
  • Topi, H., Karsten, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J. A., Donnellan, B., Shen, J., Tan, B. Y., Thouin, M. (2015). Revising the MSIS Curriculum: Initial Report for Public Comments and FeedbackACM and AIS. (Link)
  • Topi, H. (2015). Data Science and Information Systems: Relationship of Love or HateACM Inroads, (6) 1 26-27.
  • Topi, H. (2014). Highlights of PACE Workshop on Computing Education ResearchACM Inroads, (5) 4 76-78.
  • Topi, H. (2014). IS Perspectives on PACE Workshop on Computing Education ResearchACM Inroads, (5) 4 28-29.
  • Topi, H. (2014). MSIS Curriculum Revision is Moving ForwardACM Inroads, (5) 3 30-31.
  • Topi, H. (2014). Learning to think about broader implications of big dataACM Inroads, (5) 2 24-25.
  • Topi, H. (2014). Building ethics into Information Systems educationACM Inroads, (5) 1 22-23.
  • Topi, H. (2013). Why is strong K-12 CS good for IS?ACM Inroads, (4) 4 14-15.
  • Topi, H. (2013). Enabling and encouraging productive student collaboration on-lineACM Inroads, (4) 3 38-39.
  • Topi, H. (2013). Student competitions as highly valuable learning experiencesACM Inroads, (4) 2 30-31.
  • Topi, H. (2013). Where is Big Data in Your Information Systems Curriculum? ACM Inroads, (4) 1
  • Topi, H. (2012). Wealth of Information for IS Educators: Education Tracks at Key ConferencesACM Inroads, (3) 4 12-13. (Link)
  • Topi, H. (2012). Essential Role of Practical Projects in Information Systems CoursesACM inroads, (3) 3 20-21.
  • Topi, H. (2012). Your Courses can Directly Benefit from Articles in Top IS JournalsACM inroads, (3) 2 8-9.
  • Topi, H. (2012). Sharing Knowledge on IS EducationACM inroads, (3) 1 18-19.
  • Topi, H. (2011). Essential practical connections between the disciplines of IS and CSACM Inroads, (2) 4 14-15.
  • Topi, H. (2011). Preparing Information Systems for global careersACM Inroads, (2) 3 12-13.
  • Topi, H. (2011). IS Education: Insights for computing education from information systems researchACM Inroads, (2) 2 16-17.
  • Topi, H. (2010). Contributions to IS education from leading research journalsACM Inroads, (1) 4 12-13.
  • Topi, H. (2010). IS education: building on the future of computing education summitACM Inroads, (1) 3 12-13.
  • Topi, H. (2010). Achieving excellence through collaborationACM Inroads, (1) 2 9-10.
  • Topi, H. (2010). IS 2010 is ready and available for your use!ACM Inroads, (1) 1 16-17. Forthcoming.
  • Topi, H. (2010). The role of IS in computing educationSIGCSE Bulletin, (41) 4 15-16.
  • Topi, H. (2009). Accreditation of Degree Programs in Information SystemsSIGCSE Bulletin inroads, (41) 2 70-71.
  • Topi, H. (2008). The role of programming in undergraduate IS programsSIGCSE Bulletin inroads, (41) 2 15-16.
  • Topi, H. (2008). Role of Information Systems as a business disciplineSIGCSE Bulletin inroads, (40) 2 12-14.
  • Topi, H. (2007). Update on the IS model curriculum revision projectSIGCSE Bulletin inroads, (39) 4
  • Presentations

  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Krcmar, H., Leidig, P., Steyn, A., Tan, B., Valacich, J. (2022). “Panel Discussion: Digital Transformation and the Changing Role of IS in Business Education: Lessons from the AACSB MaCuDE Project” Presented at the AIS International Conference on Information Systems Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Tang, J. (2022). “ AACSB MaCuDE Discussion: Final Recommendations by the MaCuDE Information Systems Task Force” Presented at the AIS and AACSB AIS Webinar Online
  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Tang, J. (2022). “AACSB MaCuDE IS Task Force Webinar: Towards Final Report and Recommendations” Presented at the AIS AIS Webinar Online
  • Topi, H., Spurrier, G. (2021). “Employing User Stories & Use Cases Synergistically in the ​Practice & Teaching of ​Systems Analysis & Design​” Presented at the Association for Information Systems Americas Conference on Information Systems 2021 Online
  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Tang, J. (2021). “Industry Expectations for Transforming IS Education—Discussion on AACSB MaCuDE IS Task Force Finding” Presented at the AIS and AACSB AIS Webinar Online
  • Lyytinen, K., Topi, H., Leidig, P., Salmela, H., Tang, J. (2021). “IS 2020 and AACSB MaCuDE—Exploring the Impact of Digital Transformation on IS Education at Business Schools” Presented at the AIS and AACSB AIS Webinar Online
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2020). “Selecting between agile, hybrid, and plan-driven systems project” Presented at the AIS AIS SIG-ED 2020 Virtual
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2020). “Selecting the Optimal Systems Project Approach” Presented at the ACM ACM SIGITE 2020 Virtual / Omaha, Nebraska
  • Topi, H. (2020). “Computing Curricula 2020—A Roadmap for the Future of Computing Education” Presented at the National Association of IT Education Institutions of Mexico National Directors Meeting of the National Association of IT Education Institutions of Mexico Virtual
  • Spurrier, G., Topi, H. (2020). “A Holistic SA&D Approach to Agile, Plan-Driven, and Hybrid Systems Project Options” Presented at theAmericas Conference on Information Systems 2020 Virtual / Salt Lake City
  • Alan, D., Kankanhalli, A., Henriksen, H. Z., Iyer, L., Fitzgerald, B., Chau, P. Y., , R., Topi, H. (2020). “AIS Panel & Closing” Presented at the AIS Pacific Asia Conference on Information Systems Virtual
  • Topi, H., Salmela, H. (2019). “The role of AIS in Enabling and Supporting Innovative IS Education” Presented at the AIS / PwC MaCuDE Initiative DTAG launch event Munich, Germany
  • Topi, H. (2019). “CC2020 Tutorial” Presented at the AIS SIG-ED 2019 AIS SIG-ED Annual Meeting Munich, Germany
  • Topi, H. (2019). “AIS Education Initiatives” Presented at theMIS Academic Leadership Conference 2019 Dallas, Texas
  • Topi, H. (2017). “Observations on the past and future of information systems education” Presented at the EDSIG EDSIG Conference on Information Systems and Computing Education Austin, TX
  • Topi, H., Karsten, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J. A., Donnellan, B., Shen, J., Tan, B. C., Thouin, M. (2016). “Launching the MSIS 2016 Global Competency Model” Presented at the AIS SIG-ED AIS SIG-ED Annual Meeting Dublin, Ireland
  • Topi, H. (2016). “Externally Focused Career in IS Education” Presented at the AIS ICIS 2016 Mid-career mentoring workshop Dublin, Ireland
  • Topi, H., Brown, S. A. (2016). “MSIS Revision Process” Presented at the AIS MIS Academic Leadership Conference Atlanta, GA
  • Topi, H., Borchers, A. S., Kasper, G., Price, B. (2016). “Computing Accreditation Criteria Update” Presented at the AIS Americas Conference on Information Systems San Diego, CA
  • Topi, H., Karsten, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J. A., Donnellan, B., Shen, J., Tan, B. C., Thouin, M. (2016). “MSIS 2016: A Comprehensive Update of Graduate Level Curriculum Recommendation in Information Systems” Presented at the AIS Americas Conference on Information Systems San Diego, CA
  • Baiyere, A., Venkatesh, V., Donnellan, B., Topi, H., Tabet, S. (2016). “IoT -- Towards a Research Agenda for Information Systems” Presented at the AIS Americas Conference on Information Systems San Diego, CA
  • Topi, H. (2015). “Career in IS Education: Challenging but Possible” Presented at the AIS ICIS 2015 Mid-career mentoring workshop Fort Worth, TX
  • Topi, H., Karsten, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J., Donnellan, B., Shen, J., Tan, B. C., Thouin, M. F. (2015). “Current MSIS Students' Views on Program Outcomes” Presented at the AIS AIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2015 Fort Worth, TX
  • Topi, H., Karsten, H., Brown, S. A., Carvalho, J., Donnellan, B., Shen, J., Tan, B. C., Thouin, M. F. (2015). “Revising the MSIS 2016 Model Curriculum: Status Update” Presented at the AIS AIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2015 Fort Worth, TX
  • Topi, H. (2015). “ACM/AIS Curricula in Information Systems: IS 2010 and ongoing MSIS revision” Presented at theChina Computer Education Summit 2015 Tianjin, China
  • Topi, H. (2015). “Advancing Data Science Education: A Transdisciplinary Perspective”
  • Topi, H. (2015). “MSIS Revision Process” Presented at the AIS MIS Academic Leadership Conference Tucson, AZ
  • Topi, H., Cassel, L. (2015). “Workshop co-chair” Presented at the National Science Foundation Workshop on Data Science Education Arlington, VA
  • Topi, H. (2015). “Developing a Research Agenda for the Social, Economic, and Workforce Implications of Big Data Analytics and Decision-Making” Presented at the Kuwait University International Conference on Computing Sciences and Engineering Kuwait City, Kuwait
  • Barker, L., Cooper, S. L., Andrew, M., Jason, T., Topi, H. (2015). “Towards Grand Challenges in Computing Education Across Disciplines: Setting an Agenda for Research and Pedagogy” Presented at the ACM ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Kansas City, Missouri
  • Topi, H., Clemons, E. K., Lee, M. K., Newell, S., Shanks, G., Winter, S. J. (2014). “Big Data, Big Decisions: Reflections on AIS’s Role in Ethical Guidance and Oversight” Presented at the AIS International Conference on Information Systems 2014 Auckland, NZ
  • Topi, H., Barker, L., Thatcher, J., Nelson, M., Parrish, J. (2014). “Integrative Perspectives on Computing Education Research: A Panel Based on PACE Workshop” Presented at the AIS SIG-ED AIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2014 Auckland, NZ
  • Topi, H. (2014). “Program Directors' Perspectives on MSIS Outcome Expectations and Future Directions” Presented at the AIS SIG-ED AIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2014 Annual Meeting Auckland, NZ
  • Topi, H., Thatcher, J., Barker, L., McGettrick, A. (2014). Presented at the National Science Foundation PACE Workshop on Computing Education Research Washington, D.C.
  • Topi, H. (2014). “Moving Toward a Research Agenda for the Social, Economic, and Workforce Implications of Big Data Analytics and Decision Making” Presented at the Turku Center for Computer Science TUCS Distinguished Lecture Series Turku, Finland
  • Markus, M., Topi, H. (2014). “Big Data, Big Decisions: The Social, Economic, and Workforce Consequences of Big Data and Analytics” Presented at the National Science Foundation, Bentley University NSF-Sponsored Research Agenda Setting Workshop Washington, DC
  • Topi, H., Wright, R. T. (2013). “Differentiating Information Systems and Information Technology as Fields of Study: An Evaluation of Model Curricula” Presented at the AIS AIS SIG-ED (IAIM) 2013 Milan, Italy
  • Topi, H. (2013). “Review and Revision of MSIS 2006: Status Update” Presented at theMIS Academic Leadership Conference Bloomington, Indiana
  • Topi, H. (2013). “Improving ERP Usability Through User-System Collaboration” Presented at the University of Eastern Finland edTech Symposium Joensuu, Finland
  • Topi, H. (2012). “Specialized Master’s Programs: New Areas and Markets” Presented at theMIS Academic Leadership Conference Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
  • Topi, H., Xu, J. (2012). “Developing an Instrument to Measure Enterprise System Users' Perceptions of System-User Collaboration” Presented at thePacific-Asia Conference on Information Systems Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Topi, H., Donnellan, B., Ramesh, V., Van Toorn, C., Wright, R. T. (2011). “Providing distinctive value through masters level programs in Information Systems (panel)” Presented at the AIS SIG-ED AIS SIG-ED IAIM International Conference for Informatics Education & Research Shanghai, China
  • Cooprider, J. G., Topi, H., Xu, J., Dias, M., Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T. (2010). “A Collaboration Model for ERP User-System Interaction” Presented at theHawaii International Conference on System Sciences (HICSS) Koloa, Kauai, Hawaii
  • Topi, H., Wright, R. T., Helfert, M., Ramesh, V., Wigand, R. T. (2010). “Future of Master’s Level Education in Information Systems (panel)” Presented at the AIS AMCIS 2010 Lima, Peru
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Xu, J., Topi, H. (2010). “Usability through System-User Collaboration: Deriving Design Principles for Greater ERP Usability” Presented at the5th International Conference on Design Science Research in Information Systems and Technology St. Gallen, Switzerland
  • Kroeze, J., Lotriet, H., Mavetera, N., Pfaff, M., Postma, D., Sewchurran, K., Topi, H. (2010). “Humanities-enriched Information Systems” Presented at the AIS ECIS 2010 Pretoria, South Africa
  • Lucas, W. T., Babaian, T., Cooprider, J. G., Topi, H., Xu, J. (2010). “Applying Human-Computer Collaboration for Improving ERP Usability: Extended Abstract” Presented at the Proceedings of the 2010 International Symposium on Collaborative Technologies and Systems (CTS 2010) Lombard, IL
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J., Wright, R., Kaiser, K., Sipior, J., Nunamaker, J. (2009). “IS 2009: Changing the Course for Undergraduate IS Model Curricula” Presented at the AIS ICIS 2009 Phoenix, Arizona
  • Davies, G., Cassell, L. N., Pyster, A., Caspersen, M., Topi, H. (2009). “ACM Education Board and Master's Level Programs” Presented at theSIGCSE 2009 Chattanooga, Tennessee
  • McGettrick, A., McCauley, R., LeBlanc, R., Topi, H. (2009). “Report on the ACM/IEEE-CS undergraduate curricula recommendations” Presented at the ACM SIGCSE 2009 Chattanooga, Tennessee
  • Lunt, B. M., Ekstrom, J., Topi, H., LaBlanc, R. (2008). “The IT Model Curriculum: A Status Update” Presented at theACM SIGITE 2008 Cincinnati, Ohio
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J. S., Sipior, J., Wright, R. T. (2008). “Introducing a Draft Version of the Revised ACM/AIS Undergraduate IS Curriculum Recommendation” Presented at theAIS SIG-ED: IAIM 2008 Paris, France
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J., Wright, R. (2008). “Undergraduate IS Curriculum Revision Process” Presented at the AIS AMCIS 2008 Toronto, Canada
  • Topi, H., Donnellan, B., Helfert, M., Johnson, R. (2008). “Creating a Global IS Curriculum” Presented at theECIS 2008 Galway, Ireland
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2007). “Using a Process Graph to Improve System-User Knowledge Sharing” Presented at the1st ACM Symposium on Computer-Human Interaction for Management of Information Technology Cambridge, MA
  • Kamis, A., Topi, H. (2007). “Network Subnetting: an Instance of Technical Problem Solving in Kolb's Experiential Learning Cycle” Presented at the40th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences - 2007 Hawaii
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2007). “Visualizing the Process: A Graph-based Approach to Enhancing System-User Knowledge Sharing” Presented at the9th International Conference on Enterprise Information Systems Funchal, Portugal
  • Topi, H., Sipior, J., Valacich, J. (2007). “Introducing a New Way to Revise and Maintain the Undergraduate Information Systems Model Curriculum” Presented at theAIS SIG-ED: IAIM 2007 Montreal, Canada
  • Jacobson, C., Kasper, G., Topi, H., Mathieu, R., Redmond, R., Sethi, V. (2007). “Accrediting Undergraduate and Graduate Programs in Information Systems: Why, Why Not, and How” Presented at theAMCIS 2007 Keystone, Colorado
  • Batra, D., Satzinger, J., Topi, H. (2007). “Analysis and Design in the IS Curriculum: Taking it to the Next Level” Presented at theAMCIS 2007 Keystone, Colorado
  • Topi, H., Valacich, J., Nunamaker, J., Sipior, J. (2007). “Undergraduate Information Systems Model Curriculum Revision: Rethinking the Approach and the Process” Presented at theAMCIS 2007 Keystone, Colorado
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2007). “Visualizing the process: A graph-based approach toenhancing system-user knowledge sharing” Presented at theICEIS-2007 Portugal
  • Lucas, W. T., Babaian, T., Topi, H. (2007). “Improving ERP Usability through User-System Collaboration”
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2007). “A Data-driven Design for Deriving Usability Metrics” Presented at theInternational Conference on Software and Data Technologies (ICSOFT-2007) Barcelona, Spain
  • Topi, H., Cassel, L. M. (2006). “Using Computing Ontology Project as Foundation for Revising Information Systems Body of Knowledge” Presented at theAIS SIG-ED: IAIM 2006 Milwaukee, WI
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2006). “Making Memories: Applying User Input Logs to Interface Design and Evaluation” Presented at theConference on Human Factors in Computing Systems (CHI) Montreal, Canada
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2006). “Improving ERP System Usability by Employing Theory Of Collaboration (Presented by Heikki Topi)”
  • Topi, H., Shackelford, R., Cassel, L. (2005). “Structuring and Representing a Unified Body of Knowledge for Computing -- A panel discussion” Presented at theAIS SIG-ED: IAIM 2005 Las Vegas
  • Topi, H., Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T. (2005). “Informal Notes on Technology Use as a Mechanism for Knowledge Representation and Transfer” Presented at theThe Sixth European Conference on Organizational Knowledge, Learning, and Capabilities Boston, MA
  • Topi, H., Lucas, W. T., Babaian, T. (2005). “Identifying Usability Issues with an ERP Implementation” Presented at theInternational Conference on Enterprise Information Systems 2005 Miami, FL
  • Lucas, W. T., Babaian, T., Topi, H. (2004). “Enhancing ERP Usability” Presented at the2004 IRMA International Conference New Orleans, LA
  • Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2004). “Collaborating to Enhance ERP Usability” Presented at the6th International Conference on Enterprise Information Systems Porto, Portugal
  • Lucas, W. T., Topi, H., Babaian, T. (2004). “Collaborating to Improve ERP Usability”
  • Topi, H., Babaian, T., Lucas, W. T. (2004). “Enterprise Systems Usability”
  • Lucas, W. T., Topi, H., Babaian, T. (2004). “Identifying ERP Usability Issues”
  • Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2004). “Anxiously Seeking Answers: How Attitude Affects Search Performance” Presented at theIEEE International Conference on Information Technology: Coding and Computing Las Vegas, NV
  • Topi, H., Lucas, W. T., Jain, A. (2003). “All the WISER: A Web-Based Infrastructure for SearchResearch” Presented at theAnnual Meeting of the Decision Sciences Institute Washington, D.C., USA
  • Lucas, W. T., Topi, H. (2003). “Need Help? The Effects of Training on Web Searches” Presented at theIEEE International Conference on Information Technology: Coding and Computing Las Vegas, NV
  • Lippert, S. K., Hunter, G., Clarke, S., Loch, K. D., Stafford, T. F., Topi, H. (2003). “Reviewing Manuscripts: Considerations for Authors and Reviewers”
  • Topi, H., Lucas, W. T. (2002). “Simple OR Assisted Search: A Boolean Dilemma” Presented at the33rd Annual Meeting of the Decision Sciences Institute San Diego, CA, USA
  • Gorgone, J., Topi, H., Feinstein, D. L., Valacich, J. S., Longenecker, B., Davis, G. B. (2002). “Undergraduate Information Systems Model Curriculum Update - IS 2002” Presented at theEight Americas Conference on Information Systems Dallas, TX, USA
  • Gorgone, J. T., Davis, G. B., Valacich, J. S., Topi, H. (2002). “Final Report on Model Curriculum and Guidelines for Undergraduate Degree Programs in Information Systems - IS 2002”
  • Lucas, W. T., Schiano, W. T., Topi, H. (2002). “Web search in IS research”
  • Kuittinen, M., Sutinen, E., Topi, H., Turpeinen, M. (2001). “Learning by Experience. Networksin Learning Organizations” Presented at the7th International Conference of European University Information Systems Berlin, Germany
  • Topi, H., Ramesh, V. (2001). “Human Factors Research on Data Modeling: Review of PriorResearch and Suggestions for Future Directions” Presented at theSixth CAiSE/IFIP8.1 International Workshop on Evaluation of Modeling Methods in Systems Analysis and Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Service

    Department Service


  • Committee Chair for Departmental P&T committee 2022 - Present
  • Committee Chair for Departmental tenure-track recruiting committee 2022 - Present
  • Volunteer to represent the CIS department for Academic Exploration Day 2022 - 2022
  • Dept representative at Fall Open House for Fall Open House 2022 - 2022
  • Committee Member for Recruitment committee 2022 - 2022
  • Department Chair for CIS Department 2019 - 2021
  • Interim department chair for IPM Department 2019 - 2021
  • Committee Member for Recruitment committee 2013 - 2018
  • Committee Member for MSIT Review Committee 2017 - 2018
  • Committee Chair for Promotion to Full Evaluation Committee 2016 - 2016
  • Faculty advisor for IS competition teams for Faculty advisor for IS student competitions 2012 - 2016
  • Committee Member for MSIT Review Committee 2013 - 2015
  • AIS student chapter faculty advisor for Faculty advisor for AIS Student Chapter 2012 - 2015
  • Departmental representative at Fall Open House for Fall Open House 2013 2013 - 2013
  • Task Force Chair for Task force on Teaching Evaluation 2012 - 2012
  • Departmental representative at Fall Open House for Fall Open house 2012 - 2012
  • University Service


  • University Senate for Faculty Senate 2023 - Present
  • Committee Chair for Curriculum Planning Committee 2022 - Present
  • Committee Member for Data Governance Working Group 2021 - Present
  • Committee Member for Bentley University Technology Project Advisory Board 2020 - Present
  • University Senate for Faculty Senate (Secretary) 2021 - 2022
  • University Senate for At-large Senator 2019 - 2022
  • Committee Member for Registration Working Group—Academic Affairs IS Operations group ("11am group") 2020 - 2021
  • Task Force Member for Course demand planning working group 2020 - 2021
  • Committee Member for Faculty Evaluation Procedures Committee 2020 - 2021
  • Program Organizer for Bentley University Executive Education 2020 - 2021
  • Task Force Member for Trimester Working Group 2020 - 2020
  • Task Force Member for Classrooms, centers, and labs working group 2020 - 2020
  • Task Force Member for Business Breadth Working Group 2020 - 2020
  • Committee Member for Salary and Benefits Committee 2019 - 2020
  • Program Organizer for Bentley University Executive Education 2019 - 2019
  • Director of one of Bentley's first two comprehensive TLNs for Data Innovation Network (Bentley TLN) 2015 - 2019
  • Program Organizer for Bentley University Executive Education 2018 - 2018
  • Task Force Member for Analytics Core Development Group 2017 - 2018
  • University Senate for Secretary of the Senate 2016 - 2018
  • Committee Member for Academic Integrity Council 2015 - 2018
  • Committee Member for University Research Council 2015 - 2018
  • University Senate for Departmental Senator 2014 - 2018
  • Program Organizer for Bentley University Executive Education 2017 - 2017
  • Task Force Member for Re-envisioning the Graduate School Ad Hoc Task Force 2016 - 2017
  • Task Force Member for 2016 Bentley Research Colloquium Steering Committee 2016 - 2016
  • Program Organizer for Bentley University Executive Education 2016 - 2016
  • Committee Chair for Curriculum Planning Committee 2015 - 2016
  • Committee Member for EQUIS Self-Study Report preparation task force 2015 - 2016
  • Past Chair for 2015 Bentley Research Colloquium 2015 - 2015
  • Committee Member for Curriculum Planning Committee 2013 - 2015
  • Conference/Workshop Organizer for 2014 Bentley Research Colloquium 2014 - 2014
  • Task Force Member for Steering committee for a Workshop on Consequences of Big Data 2013 - 2014
  • Program planning for Executive education 2013 - 2013
  • Task Force Member for Research committee colloquium planning 2013 - 2013
  • Task Force Member for Institutional Space Planning Task Force 2010 - 2011
  • Committee Member for Promotion & Tenure Committee 2006 - 2007
  • Professional Service


  • Committee Chair for MaCuDE Information Systems Task Force 2019 - Present
  • Member of the Computing Accreditation Commission for ABET 2019 - Present
  • Team Chair for ABET 2019 - Present
  • Editor (Associate), Journal for Communications of the AIS IS Education Department Co-editor 2015 - 2022
  • Editor (Associate), Journal for Communications of Association for Information Systems 2012 - 2022
  • Conference/Workshop Track Chair for International Conference on Information Systems 2021 2020 - 2021
  • Officer, Vice President for Association for Information Systems 2017 - 2021
  • Committee Member for CC2020 Steering Committee and Task Force 2016 - 2021
  • Editor (Associate), Journal for Communications of the AIS Special Section 2020 - 2021
  • Editor (Associate), Journal for Information Systems Management 2004 - 2020
  • Conference/Workshop Track Chair for International Conference on Information Systems 2020 2019 - 2020
  • External Evaluator in a Promotion Case for Indiana University 2020 - 2020
  • External evaluator of a promotion case for University of Delaware 2020 - 2020
  • External Evaluator of Doctoral Dissertation for University of Pretoria 2020 - 2020
  • Editorial Review Board Member for Journal of Database Management 2001 - 2020
  • Mini-track chair for Americas Conference on Information Systems 2019 - 2020
  • External evaluator of a promotion case for HEC Montréal 2019 - 2020
  • Mini-track chair for Americas Conference on Information Systems 2018 - 2019
  • Dissertation pre-examiner for Tampere University of Technology 2018 - 2019
  • Program Evaluator for ABET 2018 - 2019
  • Conference/Workshop Track Chair for International Conference on Information Systems 2018 2017 - 2018
  • Advisor on Data Science and Information Systems Education for ACM Education Board and Council 2016 - 2018
  • Committee Member for ABET CAC/CSAB Joint Criteria Committee 2013 - 2018
  • Editor of a journal special issue for Journal of Strategic Information Systems 2016 - 2017
  • Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer for Information Systems Review 2017 - 2017
  • External Evaluator of a Promotion and Tenure Case for Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne 2017 - 2017
  • Committee Chair for ACM / AIS Joint MSIS Revision Task Force 2014 - 2017
  • Committee Member for AIS Education Committee 2011 - 2017
  • Reviewer in a hiring/promotion case for Boston University 2017 - 2017
  • Administrative Director for Partnership for Advancing Computing Education 2013 - 2016
  • Reviewer of a promotion to full professor case for Utah State University 2016 - 2016
  • Accreditation consultant for International university in the Persian Gulf Region 2016 - 2016
  • External Evaluator of a Promotion Case for Indiana University 2016 - 2016
  • Committee Member for ACM Education Board 2006 - 2016
  • Executive Board Member for Teradata University Network 2013 - 2016
  • External Evaluator of a Doctoral Dissertation for Aalto University School of Business 2016 - 2016
  • External reviewer of doctoral dissertation for Aalto University School of Business 2015 - 2016
  • Editor (Associate), Conference for European Conference on Information Systems 2016 2015 - 2016
  • Representative Director (ACM) for CSAB, Inc. 2009 - 2015
  • Reviewer of a promotion case for Indiana University 2015 - 2015
  • Conference/Workshop Organizer for PACE Workshop on Computing Education Research 2013 - 2014
  • External evaluator of doctoral dissertation for University of Pretoria 2014 - 2014
  • Editor (Associate), Conference for International Conference on Information Systems 2014 - 2014
  • Reviewer, Conference Paper for European Conference on Information Systems 2014 - 2014
  • Peer Evaluator for ABET 2013 - 2013
  • Committee Chair for ACM/AIS Joint Task Force assessing need for MSIS2006 review 2012 - 2013
  • External Evaluator of a Doctoral Dissertation for University of Eastern Finland 2013 - 2013
  • Committee Member for Teradata University Network 2011 - 2013
  • Academic Advisory Board member for ABET, Inc. 2010 - 2013
  • Reviewer of Occupational Outlook descriptions for Bureau of Labor Statistics 2013 - 2013
  • External reviewer of a promotion case for Kelley School of Business 2013 - 2013
  • Reviewer, Conference Paper for HICSS-47 2013 - 2013
  • Reviewer, Journal Article for European Journal of Information Systems - 2013
  • Editor (Associate), Conference for European Conference on Information Systems 2013 - 2013
  • Conference/Workshop Track Chair for ICIS 2012 2011 - 2012
  • Reviewer, Journal Article for Journal of Association of Information Systems 2012 - 2012
  • Reviewer, Book for Routledge - 2012
  • Reviewer, Grant Proposal for National Research Foundation, South Africa 2012 - 2012
  • Reviewer, Journal Article for European Journal of Information Systems 2012 - 2012
  • Editor (Associate), Journal for Communications of Association for Information Systems 2012 - 2012
  • Reviewer, Journal Article for Information Systems Research 2012 - 2012
  • Reviewer, Journal Article for Journal of Association of Information Systems 2012 - 2012
  • External Evaluator of a Doctoral Dissertation for Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University 2011 - 2012
  • External Evaluator of a Licentiate Thesis for University of Jyväskylä 2011 - 2011
  • Reviewer, Journal Article for Communications of Association for Information Systems 2011 - 2011
  • Reviewer, Conference Paper for ICIS 2011 2011 - 2011
  • Reviewer, Journal Article for Decision Support Systems 2011 - 2011