Developing Theory Through Simulation Methods
描述了何时以及如何使用模拟方法来发展理论，提供了一个路线图，将模拟定位在理论创造方法（如多案例归纳研究和形式建模）与理论检验方法之间的“最佳点”，并强调了模拟在内部有效性、处理纵向、非线性和过程现象方面的优势，以及其在创造性实验中产生新理论的主要价值。
We describe when and how to use simulation methods in theory development. We develop a roadmap that describes theory development using simulation and position simulation in the “sweet spot” between theory-creating methods, such as multiple case inductive studies and formal modeling, and theory-testing methods. Simulation strengths include internal validity and facility with longitudinal, nonlinear, and process phenomena. Simulation's primary value occurs in creative experimentation to produce novel theory. We conclude with evaluation guidelines.