Research methodology
This study employed a single case design (Yin, 2003) as the pilot field work of a
larger research project to satisfy “how” question associated with the identified
phenomenon – knowledge transfer. The case study is considered the preferred research
methodology when the focus is on a “contemporary phenomenon within its real-life
context” (Yin, 2003, p. 13) and allows the researcher to explore a bounded system
(a case). A single case design is justifiable “when seeking description of an everyday or
commonplace situation” (Yin, p. 41). From this setting, the researcher may be able to
assemble “lessons learned” (p. 41) for the purpose of informing similar contexts.