According to Barends and Rousseau in the book "Evidence-Based Management" having a transparent understanding is a great way to begin research (2018) Discuss why identifying and accurately defining the research question (problem, issue, situation, program, process that needs to be addressed) is essential to the research process. Why is it important to include stakeholders in this process? Use a reference from Eric Barends, Denise M. Rousseau. Evidence-Based Management : How to Use Evidence to Make Better Organizational Decisions. Vol. First edition. Kogan Page; 2018