Theory Informed Practice and Practice Informed Theory
Executive Summary
In this chapter, we ask why academics and practitioners don’t effectively interact to generate mutual value. The opportunities for synergies are vast, but do not often eventuate because good connections between the two parties are uncommon. The key points being made in this chapter are:
There are nuggets of gold in both sides for all parties.
How to build stronger links and respect between theorists and practitioners?
Why are these links important to the profession of project management?
In my 25 years working in industry I was often seen as the “academic.” When I then entered a part-time academic role parallel to my consultancy practice, the academics thought ...
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