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The topic of research methods has occupied IS Researchers since the inception of the IS field. Related to research methods is the topic of IS theories. Do we really have our own native theories? How can we enhance theories and theorizing in the IS field? Can the arguably small impact of the IS field—compared to other business disciplines be attributed to IS theory or lack thereof? Is the emphasis on theory to be blamed for this apparent triviality and restrictiveness of IS research? Or do we need, as some suggest a lesser emphasis on theory in the form of research that is theory light to bring IS out its doldrums?

One problem theorizing has is the very fragmented list of references that our researchers rely on, which does not help in building a consistent approach or framework for theorizing. Some of these references are listed below

After researching how the IS field treats theory since 2014, I have concluded that we have a long way to go in really understanding what theory means to a disciplinary field. Every researcher has his or her version of theory and its role in research, as a result, most research and discussions pass by each other like ships in the sea at night, oblivious of each others presence