Linda Rising

"About the Authors" Linda Rising, Ph.D., is an independent consultant, she helped lead the introduction of patterns into AG Communication Systems in Phoenix, Arizona. Linda has worked in the telecommunications, avionics, and strategic weapons industries; has extensive training and university teaching experience; and holds a Ph.D. from Arizona State University. Mary Lynn Manns, professor in the Department of Management and Accountancy at the University of North Carolina, Asheville, is currently...See more

"About the Authors" Linda Rising, Ph.D., is an independent consultant, she helped lead the introduction of patterns into AG Communication Systems in Phoenix, Arizona. Linda has worked in the telecommunications, avionics, and strategic weapons industries; has extensive training and university teaching experience; and holds a Ph.D. from Arizona State University. Mary Lynn Manns, professor in the Department of Management and Accountancy at the University of North Carolina, Asheville, is currently completing a Ph.D. in information systems at DeMontfort University, Leicester, England. Her doctoral work focuses on pattern languages for introducing new ideas into the workplace. See less