Refereed International Publications
1. Georgieva, S and Allan, G., (2008), "Best Practices in Project Management Through a Grounded Theory Lens", EJBRM, Vol. 6, No. 1, pp. 43-52 http://www.ejbrm.com/issue-current.htm2. Allan, G.W. and Powell, N., (2007) "Examining the Underlying Principles of Enquiry-Based Learning", International Journal of Learning, Vol. 14, No. 8, pp. 157-165, ijl.cgpublisher.com/
3. Maniar, N., Bennett, E., Hand, S. and Allan, G.W., (2007) "The Effect of mobile phone screen size on video based learning", Journal of Software, ISSN1796-217X
4. Chen, Y-F, Allan, G. and Chao, J-M, (2007) “Using interactive computer software to facilitate learning activities in crisis simulations”, IS Journal in Taiwan
5. Allan, G.W., (2006), "The Legitimacy of Grounded Theory", Key Note Opening Address 5th European Conference on Research Methodology for Business and Management Studies, Dublin, pp.1-8, ISBN:1-905305-26-5
6. Rashid, S. & Allan, G.W., (2005), "What is Effective Project Risk Management", Information Risk Management & Audit Journal, Vol. 5, No. 4 pp. 13-17, ISSN 1741-4229
7. Allan, G.W. & Perrins, A., (2003), An Extension to Student-Centred Learning to Incorporate an Interactive Coursework and a Virtual Learning Environment, HE Academy Guides and Briefing Papers, http://www.business.heacademy.ac.uk/publications/misc/occasional/extension
8. Allan, G.W., (2003), "A Critique of Using Grounded Theory as a Research Method", EJBRM, Vol. 2, Issue 1, Paper 1, click here to read and click here to download
9. Allan, G.W., (2003), "The Use of Grounded Theory as a Research Method: warts & all", Second European Conference on Research Methodology for Business and Management Studies, pp. 9-19, ISBN: 0-9540488-9-X
10. Addison, T.M. & Allan, G.W., (2002), "The Delphi Technique as a Method for Management Research", European Conference on Research Methodology for Business and Management Studies, pp. 1-6, ISBN: 0-9540488-3-0
11. Allan, G.W., (2001), “Recent Research into Selecting COTS Products for Use in Systems Maintenance”, in: Information Systems in the Digital World, (M. Roberts, M. Moulton, S. Hand, C. Adams, Eds.), pp. 475-484, Zeus Press, Manchester, ISBN 0-9540705-0-X
12. Allan, G.W. & Addison, T., (2001), "A Strategy for e-Risks Management", Journal of the Computer Audit Specialist Group, Vol. 11, No. 2, pp. 4-9, ISSN: 0961-9348
13. Erdogmus, H., Dean, J., Oberndorf, P., Sledge, C. A., Looney, M., Allison, S. & Allan, G.W., (2000), "COTS Process Issues in Military Applications", International Conference on Software Engineering, pp. 105-108
14. Looney, M. & Allan, G.W., (2000), "A UK Approach to Providing Total Cost of Ownership Information for Future Commercial Software-Based Military Combat Systems" Software Technology Conference, Conference proceedings on CD
15. Allan, G., (1999), "Getting Students to Learn about Information Systems Project Management: an experiment in student-centred learning", Research in Post-Compulsory Education, Vol. 4, No. 1, pp. 59-74. ISSN: 1359-6748
16. Looney, M. & Allan, G.W., (1999), "Research in Support of a New Logistic Support Paradigm", 12th International Conference Software & Systems Engineering and their Applications, Vol. 2, Paper 8-9, pp. 1-10
17. Looney, M.J. & Allan, G.W., (1999), "The New Configuration Management Game for UK Military Combat Systems", Proceedings of the Command and Control and Technology Symposium, USA. Vol. 2, pp. 1381-1393
18. Allan, G.W., (1998), "IS/IT Configuration Management in the UK", Journal of the Computer Audit Specialist Group, Vol. 8, No. 1, pp. 5-7, ISSN: 0961-9348 Abstract | Full Text
19. Allan, G.W., (1998), "The Position of the Feasibility Study in the I.S. Development Life-cycle", IMIS Journal, Vol. 8, No. 3, pp. 20-23, ISSN: 1369-4189 Full text
20. Allan, G.W., (1998), "IS Project Management - An Experiment in Student Centred Learning", in: Matching Technology with Organisational Needs, (D Avison & D Edgar-Neville, Eds.), pp. 558-567, England, McGraw-Hill, ISBN: 0-07-709454-9 Abstract | Full Texte 1
21. Allan, G.W., (1997), "Configuration Management and its Impact on Businesses that use Computer Platforms", International Journal of Project Management, Vol. 15, No. 5, pp. 321-330, ISSN: 0263-7863 Abstract | Full Text
22. Allan, G.W., (1997), "An Holistic Model for Change Control" in: Systems for Sustainability, (FA Stowell, RL Ison, R Armson, J Holloway, S Jackson & S McRobb, Eds.), pp. 703-707, New York, Plenum, ISBN: 0-306-45615-X. Abstract | Full Text
23. Allan, G.W., (1997), "What is Configuration Management?", Logistics Spectrum, Vol. 31 No. 1: pp. 15-18, ISSN: 0024-5852 Abstract | Full Text
24. Allan, G.W. & Salter, S., (1996), "Computer Use and Misuse", CASG Journal, Vol. 7 No 1: pp. 7-14 ISSN: 0961-9348 Abstract | Full Text
25. Allan, G.W., (1996), "Configuration Management and its Impact on Businesses", Journal of the Association for Configuration and Data Management, pp. 1, 6-9, 15 Abstract
26. Allan, G.W., (1995), "Estimating Software Development Time & Cost", Originally published in 3 parts:
Part 1: CASG Journal, Vol. 6, No. 2, pp. 21-26
Part 2: CASG Journal, Vol. 6, No. 3, pp. 24-29
Part 3: CASG Journal, Vol. 6, No. 4, pp. 23-27 ISSN: 0961-9348 Abstract | Full text (as zipped Word 6.0/95 Doc)
Refereed Conferences and Presentations to Scientific Meetings
1. Allan, G.W., (2008), "Moving from Thinking to Reflective Thinking: How we do this and why", Trinity College Dublin Research Seminar Series, University of Dublin, Ireland, 20 May 20082. Allan, G.W., (2008), "Engaging Our Students by Linking Enquiry-Based Learning, Learning Journals and Reflective Thinking", HE Academy BMAF Series, University of Wales, Newport, 27 March 2008
3. Allan, G.W., (2008), "Engaging Our Students by Linking Enquiry-Based Learning, Learning Journals and Reflective Thinking", HE Academy BMAF Series, University of York HE Academy HQ, 07 February 2008
4. Allan, G.W., (2008), "Change Management" Presentation to the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Basingstoke, England, 11 March 2008
5. Allan, G.W., (2007), "The Use of the Grounded Theory Methodology in Investigating Practitioners Integration of COTS Components in Information Systems", 27th International Conference on Information Systems, Montreal 10-13 December 2007, CD pp. 1-10
6. Allan, G.W., (2007), "Change Management" Presentation to the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Winchester, England, 08 March 2007
7. Allan, G.W., (2007), "Grounded Theory as a Research Method", Research Seminar, Graduate School University of Lincoln, England, 26 February 2007
8. Allan, G.W. and Dawe, C., (2006), "Towards an Assessment For Learning: assessing critically reflective reports based on learning journals", University of Portsmouth Learning & Teaching Conference, Portsmouth University
9. Allan, G.W., (2006), "On Using Critical Thinking to Improve IT Project Management ", AIS Inaugural SIG on IT Project Management, International Conference on Information Systems, Milwaukee Wisconsin December 9th-13th, 2006 click here for Power Point Presentation
10. Allan, G.W., (2006), "The Legitimacy of Grounded Theory", Key Note Address 5th European Conference on Research Methodology for Business and Management, Dublin, pp.1-8, ISBN:1-905305-26-5 Abstract Full text PowerPoint Presentation
11. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Engaging Our Students by Linking Enquiry-Based Learning, Learning Journals and Reflective Thinking", HEA Seminar, Centre for Excellence in Enquiry-Based Learning (CEEBL), Manchester University, 8 November 2006
12. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Engaging Our Students by Linking Enquiry-Based Learning, Learning Journals and Reflective Thinking",HEA Seminar, Ulster University, 15 September 2006
13. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Engaging Our Students by Linking Enquiry-Based Learning, Learning Journals and Reflective Thinking",HEA Seminar, Aberdeen University, 7 July 2006
14. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Engaging Our Students by Linking Enquiry-Based Learning, Learning Journals and Reflective Thinking", HEA Seminar, University of Portsmouth, 12 May 2006
15. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Reflective Practice ", Postgraduates as Teachers, Tutors and Demonstrators Seminar, University of Portsmouth UK, 04 May 2006
16. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Grounded Theory - An Introduction", Research Seminar, Portsmouth Business School, Portsmouth UK, 03 May 2006
17. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Linking Learning Journals and Reflective Thinking", Academic Staff Seminar, University of Portsmouth, 14 February 2006
18. Allan, G.W., (2006), "Grounded Theory", Research Seminar, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, 19 January 2006 Click to hear the seminar and click here to see the presentation slides
19. Allan, G.W., (2005), Seminar on Grounded Theory as a Research Methodology, UPM, Kuala Lumpur
20. Allan, G.W., (2005), "Learning Journals, Reflective Thinking and Deeper Learning", Key Note Address The Second Conference on Project Management Learning, Teaching and Assessment, Bournemouth, UK
21. Allan, G.W., (2005), "Learning Journals, Critical Reflexion and Deeper Learning", Learning and Teaching Conference Proceeding, University of Portsmouth, ISBN: 1-86137-425-9, pp. 39-50 click here for PowerPoint Presentation and click here for full text
22. Allan, G.W., (2004), "Engaging Students to Take Responsibility for Their Own Learning", LTSN (Engineering) Award Presentation, Wolverhampton. Click here for the PowerPoint Presentation
23. Allan, G.W., (2004), "The Theoretical Sensitivity of Grounded Theory: how this transcends reference disciplines", International Symposium on Research Methods, Washington, USA
24. Allan, G.W., (2004), "A Paradigm Shift in Project Management - Managing the COTS Mix", UKAIS 2004 Conference, Glasgow, CD
25. Allan, G.W. (2004), "Critical Thinking and How To Do It ", Staff workshop at UNITEC, New Zealand.
26. Allan, G.W. (2004), "Student-Centred Learning and How To Do It", Staff workshop at UNITEC, New Zealand.
27. Allan, G.W., (2004), "A Paradigm Shift in Project Management - Managing the COTS Mix", UKAIS 2004 Conference, Glasgow, CD
28. Allan, G.W. (2004), "Student-Centred Learning in Support of the Independent Learner", LTSN Mini-Conference 2 April 2004, Portsmouth University
29. Allan, G.W. (2004), Current Research in Information Systems Development, University of Macedonia, Greece, March 2004
30. Allan, G.W., (2003), "Grounded Theory Research in Information Systems Research", Grounded Theory Institute Trouble shooting Seminar, Lund University, Sweden
31. Allan, G.W., (2003), "An Inquiry-Based Approach to Student Centred Learning", Project Management Conference: Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Assessment, Bournemouth University
32. Allan, G.W., (2003), "The Use of Grounded Theory as an IS Research Method: warts and all", International Symposium on Research Methods, University of Tampa
33. Allan, G.W., (2003), "Todays Use of COTS Components", British Computer Society Hampshire Branch Meeting, Portsmouth, May 2003
34. Allan, G.W., (2003), "An Enquiry Approach to Student Centred Learning", Project Management Conference: Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Assessment, Bournemouth University
35. Allan, G.W., (2003), "Grounded Theory Research into an Innovative Coursework in Project Management for Master’s Degree Students Portsmouth University, UK", Grounded Theory Institute First European Seminar, London
36. Allan, G.W., (2003), "Tutor Skills for Student-Centred Learning", Business Education Workshop, London, March 2003
37. Allan, G.W., (2003), "The Use of Grounded Theory as an IS Research Method", European Conference on Research Methods for Business and Management, Reading, UK
38. Allan, G.W., (2002), "Developing and Incorporating an Interactive IS Project Management Coursework into a Student-Centred Learning Environment", UKAIS IS Learning and Teaching Symposium
39. Allan, G.W., (2002), "Tutor Skills in Facilitating Student Centred Learning", LTSN Business Education Support Team Workshop, Liverpool John Moores University, January 2002
40. Addison, T.M. & Allan, G.W., (2001), "Identifying Risks in Electronic Commerce Projects: a Delphi Study", Proceedings of the Business Information Technology Management Conference (BITWorld), CDROM, ISBN: 0-905304-36-5
41. Allan, G.W., (2001), "Tutor Skills in Facilitating Student Centred Learning", LTSN Business Education Support Team Workshop, Nottingham Trent University Business School, December 2001
42. Allan, G.W., (2001), "Encouraging Students to Learn about Project Management - an experiment in student centred learning", LTSN Business Education Support Team workshop, Christ Church College, Canterbury, January 2001
43. Allan, G.W., (2001), "Student Centred Learning of Computer Project Management", IEE Annual Symposium on Engineering Education, pp. 41/1-41/6
44. Allan, G.W. & Addison, T., (2000), "Risks Management for e-Futures", Business IT Conference BIT2000, Manchester, CD-ROM Abstract | Full Text
45. Allan, G.W. & Addison, T., (2000), "Risks Management for Software Process Improvement: Some Considerations for e-Commerce Projects", Quality and Software Development, Proceedings of the 5th INSPIRE Conference, pp. 143-155, ISBN: 1-902505-36-0
46. Allan, G.W., (2000), "Recent Research into COTS and CM", British Computer Society meeting of the CMSG, London, October 2000
47. Allan, G.W., (1999), "A Graph Theory Approach to Configuration Management", Operational Research Society 41st Annual Conference, Edinburgh, September 1999
48. Allan, G.W., (1998), "IS/IT Configuration Management Awareness in UK Industry", British Computer Society CMSG Conference, London, 1998
49. Allan, G.W., (1998), "Coming to Know I.S. - A Dialectical Process", Proceedings of the 2nd PAIS Conference, (Philosophical Aspects of Information Systems), pp. 1-5 Abstract | Full text
50. Allan, G.W., (1997), "Configuration Management working for the Project Manager", British Computer Society meeting of CMSG, London, September 1997
51. Allan, G.W., (1997), "An Holistic Model for Change Control", Systems for Sustainability Conference, UK, July 1997
52. Allan, G.W., (1997), "Configuration Management as a tool for the Project Manager", British Computer Society meeting of PROMS-G, London, February 1997
53. Allan, G.W., (1996), "Planning Methods for Project Development", 6th UK PhD. Consortium, De Montfort University, pp. 1-8
54. Allan, G.W., (1996), "Configuration Management as a method for Businesses that use Computer Platforms", British Computer Society Berkshire Branch Meeting of the Spring School, Binfield, February 1996
55. Allan, G.W., (1995), "Configuration Management - from Development to a Product Environment", UNICOM International Seminar: London October 1995
56. Allan, G.W., (1995), "Configuration Management - from Development to a Product Environment", UNICOM International Seminar: London May 1995
57. Allan, G.W., (1994d), "Configuration Management and its Impact on Businesses that use Computer Platforms", British Computer Society meeting of the Project Managers Specialist Group, Bracknell, December 1994
58. Allan, G.W., (1994), "Configuration Management and its Impact on Businesses that use Computer Platforms", CALECO Conference, Portsmouth
59. Allan, G.W., (1994), Poster entitled "Configuration Management - A Model for Success", Requirements Elicitation in Software Systems, Keele University, July 1994
60. Allan, G.W., (1994), "Configuration Management - A Model for Success", UNICOM Seminar on Programme Management and Project Support Offices, May 1994, Heathrow Park Hotel, London
Consultancy & Commissioned Papers
1. Allan, G.W., (2003), An extension to Student-Centred Learning to Incorporate an Interactive Coursework and a Virtual Learning Environment, Learning & Teaching Support Network (Business Education Support Team)2. Allan, G.W., (2002), Report on Configuration Management at the National En Route Centre, National Air Traffic Services, UK
3. Allan, G.W., (2000), Final Report into Configuration Management and its Cost Implications, Defence Analysis and Research Agency, Portsmouth, UK
4. Allan, G.W., (1999), Review of Configuration Management Process Needs and Current Research, Defence Analysis and Research Agency, Portsmouth, UK
5. Allan, G.W., (1998), An End-to-End Methodology for the Delivery of IT Services, Automobile Association plc, UK
6. Allan, G.W., (1997), Requirements Analysis Report, Automobile Association plc, UK
7. Allan, G.W., (1997), AA Research for Roadside Services, Project Initiation Document, Department of Information Systems, University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth, UK
8. Addis, T., Allan, G.W., Early, G. & Lester, C., (1996), Open Systems Nomenclature, Defence Research Agency, Portsdown Hill, HMSO, London
9. Allan, G.W., (1996), Strategy Document for Computer Support, Portsmouth Aviation plc
10. Allan, G.W., (1996), Requirements Analysis for Portsmouth Aviation plc
11. Allan, G.W., (1988), Technical Appraisal & Standards for Royal Navy Computer Based Training Pilot Studies. London, HMSO
12. Allan, G.W., (1987), Acceptance Trials Evaluation Report for Royal Navy Computer Based Training Pilot Studies. London, HMSO
13. Allan, G.W., (1986), Tender Evaluation Report for Royal Navy Computer Based Training Pilot Studies. London, HMSO
14. Allan, G.W., (1985), Royal Naval Library System - Technical Specification & User Instructions. London, HMSO
Internal Reports
1. Allan, G.W., (2003), A Framework to Extend Configuration Management, PhD Thesis, Frewen Library, Portsmouth University2. Allan, G.W., (1998), The Feasibility Study and its Place in the Project Development Cycle, Reprints Collection, Frewen Library, University of Portsmouth.
3. Allan, G.W., (1997), What is Configuration Management - The CM Model Explained, Reprints Collection, Frewen Library, University of Portsmouth.
4. Allan, G.W., (1997), Life Cycle Models for Developing Computer Systems, Reprints Collection, Frewen Library, University of Portsmouth.
5. Allan, G.W., (1997), A Case Study to Investigate how a Student-Centred Delivery Model Encourages Masters Degree Students to take Responsibility for their own Learning, MA Dissertation, Frewen Library, University of Portsmouth
6. Allan, G.W., (1997), An Holistic Model for Change Management, Reprints Collection, Frewen Library, University of Portsmouth.
7. Allan, G.W., (1996), "Coming to know - a Dialectic Process", Frewen Library, University of Portsmouth.
8. Allan, G.W., (1995), "A Case for the Purchase of Innovatory Equipment for the Advancement of Educational Techniques", Department of Education, University of Portsmouth.
9. Allan, G.W., (1995), "Open and Distance Learning Project for Strategic Management", Department of Education, University of Portsmouth.
10. Allan, G.W., (1995), "A Case Study of Change in Time & Status of Project Management on an MSc Course in Information Systems", Department of Education, University of Portsmouth.
11. Allan, G.W., (1994), "The Development of a One-Day Supervised Work Session for the MSc Course in Information Systems", Department of Education, University of Portsmouth.