In this paper we present an interactive tool for policy-based merging of resource-classifying networks (RCNs). We motivate
our approach by identifying several merge scenarios within organizations and discuss their individual requirements on RCN
merge support. The quality-controlled merging of RCNs integrates the contributions from different authors, fostering synergies
and the achievement of common goals.
The C-Merge tool design is based on a generalized view of the merge process and a simple but flexible model of RCNs. The tool is policy-driven
and supports a variable degree of automation. Powerful options for user interaction and expressive change visualization enable
substantial user support as well as effective quality control for the merge process.
Keywords: Categorization - Taxonomy - Merging - CSCW - Knowledge Management - Knowledge Visualization - Quality Control