August 1995 | Tomás Isakowitz, Edward A. Stohr and P. Balasubramanian
The article introduces the Relationship Management Methodology (RMM) for designing and constructing hypermedia applications. Hypermedia projects differ from traditional software development in several key aspects, including the involvement of diverse skill sets, the need to capture and organize complex domain structures, and the challenges posed by multimedia elements. RMM is particularly suited for applications with a regular structure and frequent updates, such as product catalogs and hypermedia front-ends of databases. The methodology includes a data model called the Relationship Management Data Model (RMDM), which provides a language for describing information objects and navigation mechanisms. The RMM design process consists of three main steps: Entity-Relationship (E-R) design, slice design, and navigational design. The article also discusses user interface design, construction, and testing, emphasizing the importance of automated support and standardized documentation. The authors conclude that RMM can serve as a robust foundation for designing and developing hypermedia applications, especially those with frequent updates.The article introduces the Relationship Management Methodology (RMM) for designing and constructing hypermedia applications. Hypermedia projects differ from traditional software development in several key aspects, including the involvement of diverse skill sets, the need to capture and organize complex domain structures, and the challenges posed by multimedia elements. RMM is particularly suited for applications with a regular structure and frequent updates, such as product catalogs and hypermedia front-ends of databases. The methodology includes a data model called the Relationship Management Data Model (RMDM), which provides a language for describing information objects and navigation mechanisms. The RMM design process consists of three main steps: Entity-Relationship (E-R) design, slice design, and navigational design. The article also discusses user interface design, construction, and testing, emphasizing the importance of automated support and standardized documentation. The authors conclude that RMM can serve as a robust foundation for designing and developing hypermedia applications, especially those with frequent updates.