Theoretical and Analytical Issues in Studying Organizational Processes
提出了一个框架，用于发展动态理论和过程假设，要求理论家处理每个变量的六个过程维度，并探讨变量间的动态关系，同时提供了研究动态过程的分析方法分类。
Formulation of dynamic theories and process hypotheses is a crucial component in longitudinal research. This paper describes a framework for developing dynamic theory and hypotheses. The procedure require the theorist to address six dimensions of process in each variable: continuity, magnitude of change, rate of change, trend, periodicity and duration. Further, theorists are encouraged to explore the dynamic relations between sets of variables, including rate of change, magnitude of change, lag, and permanence. Consideration is given to the problem of feedback loops. A typology of analytical alternatives for studying dynamic processes and longitudinal research data is provided.