The Oxford Handbook of Organizational Change and Innovation

Organizational change and innovation are critical issues in management theory and practice, and this Handbook explores the processes and factors that influence these changes, with the organization as the central unit of analysis. Three central questions emerge: what is the nature of change and process, what are the key concepts and models for understanding organization change and innovation, and how should we study change and innovation?

Format: Hardback
Length: 960 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Organizational change and innovation are fundamental and enduring themes in management theory and practice. The dramatic shifts in population demographics, technology, competitive survival, social, economic, and environmental health and sustainability concerns have underscored the urgent need to understand how organizations respond to these transformations through change and innovation. While the reasons and motivations behind organizational change are widely recognized, the focus of this Handbook lies in exploring the intricacies of how organizations undergo and evolve over time.

The central theme revolves around the processes of change, which involve the sequential events and developments that shape organizational characteristics and activities. By examining these processes, the Handbook seeks to understand the factors that influence and drive these changes, with the organization serving as the primary unit of analysis. Throughout the diverse and comprehensive contributions, three central questions emerge: What is the nature of change and process? What are the key concepts and models for understanding organization change and innovation? How should we study change and innovation?

This Handbook presents critical and evolving scholarship from esteemed experts across various disciplines, offering insights into the state-of-the-art research and practices in this field. It explores the implications of these findings for future research and practice, providing valuable guidance for scholars, practitioners, and decision-makers alike. By delving into the complexities of organizational change and innovation, this Handbook contributes to our understanding of how organizations can adapt, thrive, and navigate the ever-changing landscape of today's business world.

Weight: 1840g
Dimension: 181 x 255 x 61 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198845973
Edition number: 2 Revised edition