Our mission is the exploration of information science within the areas of information systems (IS) utilization and development management. In the area of E&M technologies and the new economy we focus on the critical role of information technology as an enabler to create business and organizational value on the domestic and international arena. The prerequisite for IS success is understanding innovation processes that delivers results supporting knowledge work and learning organizations. We recognize that the challenge facing us is the integration of individual, group, and organizational issues - internal as well as external to the organization.