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On organizational robustness: A conceptual framework.

  • Published In: Journal of Contingencies & Crisis Management, 2023, v. 31, n. 1. P. 105 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Xie, Yancong; Desouza, Kevin C.; Jabbari, Mohammad 3 of 3

Abstract

Understanding robustness and how organizations can configure and adapt is fundamental for their survival. In this paper, we build on the general system theory to conceptualize the underlying mechanisms of organizational robustness. We propose a framework that defines the fundamental notions and typologies of robustness— instrumental, structural, and cognitive robustness. We define mechanisms for these three categories of robustness as strategical mechanisms, functional mechanisms, and infrastructure mechanisms, and we explain how these mechanisms enable proactive, structured, or agile organizational responses to predictable and unpredictable crises. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Contingencies & Crisis Management. 2023/03, Vol. 31, Issue 1, p105
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0966-0879
  • DOI:10.1111/1468-5973.12423
  • Accession Number:161724215
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