LEADERSHIP FOR THE FUTURE: THE STRATEGIC ADVANTAGE OF RECONFIGURABLE ORGANIZATIONS

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12799920

Authors

  • Aleksandar Milanovic Jovanovic Information Technology School, Savski nasip 7, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.

Keywords:

Adaptability, Resilience, Reconfigurable organizations, Strategic resource redeployment, Organizational sustainability

Abstract

This paper synthesizes theoretical concepts and empirical studies to explore the essential characteristics of contemporary organizations capable of thriving in discontinuous environments. Utilizing the model of reconfigurable organizations proposed by Galbraith et al. (2002), the study identifies key enablers of adaptability and resilience, such as active leadership, knowledge management, continuous learning, flexibility, integration, employee commitment, and change readiness. By demonstrating how these elements contribute to the design of a reconfigurable organizational structure, the paper underscores the importance of strategic resource redeployment in the ongoing redesign of processes and structures. These insights highlight the critical role of these characteristics in enabling organizations to dynamically adjust to ever-changing conditions, ensuring long-term sustainability and success

Published

2024-07-23

How to Cite

Aleksandar , M. J. (2024). LEADERSHIP FOR THE FUTURE: THE STRATEGIC ADVANTAGE OF RECONFIGURABLE ORGANIZATIONS. SADI Journal of Interdisciplinary Research (SJIR), 11(3), 10–23. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12799920

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 3 (2024): July-September

Section

Original Peer Reviewed Articles
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