A high level framework for developing DSS workbenches

The term 'DSS workbench' (DSSW) is open to wide interpretations. Though the author fully subscribes to the view that such diversity is healthy, enriching and highly desirable during the early stages of concept formulation, he also believes that it is critical to have higher level frameworks for organizing and integrating the diverse thoughts, and for making judicious choices regarding research priorities and directions. In the interest of addressing this need, this paper examines the design space of DSS workbenches, presents a high level framework for building them, and discusses its implications.<>