The Kraken serves as the visual embodiment of MAREINS, representing multidimensional thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration within the Management Information Systems (MIS) landscape. Far from being just a mythical figure, it symbolizes the ability to navigate complex depths and manage multiple dynamics simultaneously. The design is structurally grounded in the discipline’s core pillars, with the Kraken’s eight arms derived from two interconnected academic sources: the Five Functions of Management and the Three Conceptual Pillars of Management Information Systems. Together, they articulate our vision of integrating knowledge, technology, and human interaction into a unified perspective:
Through this symbolic structure, the MAREINS Kraken embodies the essence of the field—a precise balance of management theory, technological application, and systemic thinking. Each arm extends our interdisciplinary spirit, uniting diverse perspectives under a single, intelligent system.