Configurations of control in product development

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 127-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucia Bellora-Bienengräber
Keyword(s):  
Product Development ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Cluster Method ◽  
Strategy Formation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Interactive Control ◽  
Causal Nature ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Levers Of Control ◽  
Specific Control

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore how the emphases given to the levers of control when monitoring product development (PD) are combined with each other, with the type of PD strategy formation and with the degree of innovativeness experienced by the firm. Moreover, the paper aims at identifying those configurations that are equifinal and superior to others in terms of PD and organizational performance. Design/methodology/approach Data (n = 468) are collected through a structure written questionnaire and analyzed through cluster analysis. Robustness tests investigate the stability of the results across different cluster method choices. Findings The paper unravels three configurations: A framing firms cluster, a fatalist firms cluster and a meticulous firms cluster. The first and the third cluster outperform the second cluster in terms of performance. Research limitations/implications Limitations of the paper relate to the possible response bias, the measurement of the variables, the subjectivity in cluster method choices and the static and non-causal nature of results. Future studies are called to validate the findings. Practical implications Firms with a partially intended and partially emergent PD strategy formation process and high innovativeness should place high emphasis to the PD beliefs and boundary systems. Firms with a prevailing intended PD strategy formation and a medium innovativeness should emphasize diagnostic and interactive control systems for PD. Originality/value In contrast to previous studies, this paper addresses the peculiarities of one specific control problem, i.e. the conflicting control demands that management has to address in PD.

Knowledge diversity and firm performance: an ecological view

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 671-686 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deng-Neng Chen ◽  
Ting-Peng Liang
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Firm Performance ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Company Performance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Knowledge Diversity ◽  
Ecological View ◽  
New Perspective ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Impact

Purpose Knowledge has been considered a crucial organizational asset for gaining competitive advantages. It is critical for a firm to maintain a knowledge composition that is productive. This study aims to examine the applicability of the diversity–stability principle in ecology to knowledge management and further investigate the impact of knowledge diversity on firm performance. Design/methodology/approach A theoretical framework for knowledge diversity and firm performance is proposed; a questionnaire survey was conducted to evaluate the research framework. Fifty-eight valid responses from experts were collected to measure knowledge strength and diversity of 20 enterprises in four industries, and financial indexes of the 20 enterprises from 2008 to 2012 were collected to analyze the research model. Findings The results show that higher information technology (IT) capabilities in a firm lead to higher levels of knowledge strength and diversity. The strength and diversity of knowledge in a company can improve average company performance and reduce performance variations. Research limitations/implications This paper presents a new perspective that applies the ecological concept of diversity to examine the value of knowledge in organizations. The findings expand our understanding of the role of IT and knowledge in organizational performance. A limitation is that the sample size is relatively small, which may limit the generalizability of the findings. Practical implications CEOs and chief knowledge officers can apply the findings herein to assess their organizational knowledge profiles and maintain a healthy knowledge ecology in strategic planning. They should be aware that both knowledge strength and knowledge diversity are crucial to the stability of firm performance. Originality/value The ecological view of knowledge management stresses the importance of maintaining a healthy intensity and diversity of knowledge at the macro level and indicates a new direction for knowledge management.

The dimensions of the learning organization questionnaire (DLOQ)

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 320-330 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dae Seok Chai ◽  
Khalil Dirani
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Learning Organization ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Building Blocks ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Cultural Impact ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Individual

Purpose This study aims to address the reliability and validity of the shortened versions of the Arabic dimensions of the learning organization questionnaire (DLOQ) to provide evidence on the learning organization (LO) concept in Lebanon and to draw attention to the applicability of the LO concept to facilitate the development and operationalization of the LO in the Lebanese context. Design/methodology/approach A total of 298 cases from five Lebanese firms were analyzed. Rigorous translation procedures have been applied to ensure the relevance of this instrument in the Arabic context. Confirmatory factor analysis, item-internal consistency estimates and item intercorrelation analysis showed that the 21- and the seven-item versions of the Arabic DLOQ have produced reliable measurement scores with a construct validity adequate to measure the LO culture in the Lebanese context. Findings The results of the current study confirmed that the shortened 21- and seven-item versions of the Arabic DLOQ are reliable, validated and applicable in the Lebanese context. This study also added to the stability of this foundation and pointed out weak areas that can be addressed by refining and developing the research, theory and practice of the LO. Research limitations/implications The results of this study based on the shortened versions contributed to operationalizing a conceptually developed LO theory, which is an appropriate example of theory building in an applied discipline. The results also suggest that the LO comprised interdependent building blocks that need to be integrated at the individual, team and organizational levels to promote change and development in a system. Practical implications This study provides managers and HR practitioners, especially in the Lebanese context, with a sound model of the LO theory to be applied in their organizations. Originality/value This study provides scholars with an understanding of the potential value of the LO in the Lebanese context. The results present evidence of the cultural impact on the perceptions of the LO in the Lebanese context, confirm the applicability of the shortened Arabic DLOQ and provide HR practitioners in Lebanon with a tool to diagnose LO characteristics accurately and consistently and to determine if there is a link between the LO and organizational performance.

Exploring coordination practices in digital–physical product development

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stine Hendler
Keyword(s):  
Product Development ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Physical Product ◽  
Problems And Solutions ◽  
Process Output ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Research Initiatives ◽  
Embedded Case Study

PurposeThe paper explores coordination practices in digital–physical product development and their consequences for companies traditionally relying on physical product development.Design/methodology/approachUsing an embedded case study design, the paper reports four action research initiatives addressing the digital–physical coordination challenges encountered by a leading B2C company.FindingsEffective coordination of digital–physical product development, firstly, involves standardization of process, output and skills to accommodate the stability needed for efficient physical product development and manufacturing. Secondly, it involves agile coordination events, such as Scrum ceremonies and PI planning, to facilitate the mutual adjustment needed to allow agility and the differences between digital and physical product development to be continuously and successfully negotiated.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper illustrates a research model with case evidence and suggests tentative theory in the form of propositions. Future research should explore coordination problems and solutions in different digital–physical project types and contexts.Practical implicationsCoordination practices for digital–physical product development are presented and analyzed, providing inspiration for companies.Originality/valueThe paper is the first to explore coordination practices within the emerging field of digital–physical product development.

scholarly journals BELIEF SYSTEM, SISTEM PENGENDALIAN DIAGNOSTIK, SISTEM PENGENDALIAN INTERAKTIF, INOVASI, KINERJA ORGANISASI (STUDI PADA PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR DI JAWA BARAT)

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 342
Author(s):  
Mariyam Chairunisa
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Electronic Mail ◽  
Belief System ◽  
Management Control ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Management Control System ◽  
Interactive Control ◽  
Levers Of Control ◽  
Positive Effect

This study aims to examine impact of Management Control System  on organizational performance mediated by innovativeness. Contingency and Levers of Control  theories are used in this research with data collection and judgment sampling method on manufacturing companies. The data are represented by managers and assistant managers as respondents in West Java Area. The data is collected by post, electronic mail and direct survey from January 27, 2016 to March 2016. Result of this study indicates that management control system consisting belief system and interactive control system have a positive effect and significant on innovativeness and innovativeness ultimately have a positive and significant impact to organizational performance. However, diagnostic control system does not have significant influence to innovativeness. This study solely relies on construct of innovativeness capability.

Strategy and control: 25 years of empirical use of Simons’ Levers of Control framework

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 281-324 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia Martyn ◽  
Breda Sweeney ◽  
Emer Curtis
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Environmental Accounting ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Interactive Control ◽  
The Past ◽  
Quantitative Studies ◽  
Original Domain ◽  
Strategic Management Framework ◽  
Levers Of Control

Purpose Tremendous change has taken place in organisational structures, networks and strategy over the past 25 years. Yet, a strategic management framework developed 25 years ago has increased in popularity among researchers in the past decade. This paper aims to review how Simons’ Levers of Control (LOC) framework has been used in empirical research studies over the past 25 years. Design/methodology/approach The findings are based on electronic database searches of papers adopting Simons’ framework published in accounting and management journals. Findings A total of 45 empirical studies adopting the LOC framework are presented chronologically by research method. The review highlights the far greater use of the framework in qualitative compared to quantitative studies. Qualitative studies have extended the application of the framework to broader organisational issues such as sustainability, environmental accounting and inter-organisational controls. The quantitative studies have mainly sought to add to our understanding of the antecedents and outcomes of the use of interactive control systems. Originality/value This paper furthers our understanding of Simons’ framework by synthesising and analysing the literature over 25 years. It provides insight into the varying interpretations of the concepts underlying the framework in empirical studies including differences in operationalisation of the concepts in quantitative studies. In addition, it highlights the application of the framework beyond the original domain in which it was developed. Fruitful areas for future research are pointed to in the paper.

Continuous improvement in product development

2005 ◽  
Vol 22 (8) ◽  
pp. 753-768 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lars Nilsson‐Witell ◽  
Marc Antoni ◽  
Jens J. Dahlgaard
Keyword(s):  
Product Development ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Continuous Improvement ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Critical Mass ◽  
Improvement Program ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Quality Principles ◽  
Development Context ◽  
Improvement Programs

PurposeContinuous improvement has become an important strategy in improving organizational performance. Unfortunately, product development is often excluded in continuous improvement programs due to the special characteristics of product development activities. The overall purpose of this paper is to contribute to a better understanding of continuous improvement in the context of product development.Design/methodology/approachA central aspect in this context is that many organizations find it difficult to improve and learn if work is carried out in the form of projects. In this paper, a quality perspective on continuous improvement is introduced and its usefulness is tested empirically through three case studies in Swedish organizations. The focus is on the improvement programs used and the quality principles displayed in a product development context.FindingsThe results show that the three investigated organizations have multiple improvement programs, but that some configurations of improvement programs seem to be more successful than others. For instance, co‐ordination of multiple improvement programs, scope creep, and separating between product development processes and project management models are important success factors for continuous improvement. In addition, an introduction of an improvement program without adoption of a critical mass of quality principles is doomed to fail.Originality/valueThe research initiative is one of the first to conduct an empirical investigation of how organizations design and work with improvement programs in the context of product development. It provides knowledge to both academics and practitioners on how organizations can design and implement initiatives on quality management, especially in the context of product development.

Product development in Islamic finance and banking in secular economies

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 1665-1676 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yusuf Dinc
Keyword(s):  
Product Development ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Product Development Process ◽  
Islamic Finance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Complex Process ◽  
Islamic Financial Institutions ◽  
Conceptual Research ◽  
Source Materials ◽  
Vital Element

Purpose As the global paradigm in economics shifts, Islamic economics is attracting more attention as an alternative sector. The most common and most active institutional structure of Islamic economics is in the form of Islamic finance and banking. Islamic finance and banking have been the centre of innovation in many economies in recent years. In this regard, product development is a vital element in driving the success of Islamic financial institutions (IFIs). The product development of IFIs is one of the key elements of their overall economic performance. This study aims to fill the gap in the literature concerning the product development process of IFIs in secular economies. Design/methodology/approach Verily, product development is a complex process; it is likely that introducing specific models will be useful for expanding the activities of IFIs. In this study, contemporary source materials are used to develop this conceptual research. Findings It suggests two separate methodologies for the product development process of IFIs in secular economies to overhaul two criticised product-based problems. To the best of the author’s knowledge, it is the first attempt to model the product development process for IFIs in a secular economic setup. Originality/value Recently, this study is the first attempt for modelling product development in IFIs under secular economies. Advances in the field of Shari’ah-compliant product development is important for researchers and professional.

Organizational structure and innovation: analysis from the strategic co-alignment

2016 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 388-406 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diego Armando Marín-Idárraga ◽  
Juan Carlos Cuartas
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Structure ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Empirical Validation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Determining Factors ◽  
Structural Variables ◽  
Innovation Analysis

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to determine the effect of the co-alignment of structural variables on innovation, wherein Bogotá-based SMEs, belonging to the industrial, commercial and services sectors, were used as samples. Design/methodology/approach The study was conducted using a causal inference methodology and through the application of a structural equation model. Findings The results indicate that organizational structure has an influence on innovation, although this is true only for some variables and only when the analysis is performed separately. When performed under strategic co-alignment conditions, however, its influence becomes greater. Originality/value Organizational structure and innovation are determining factors of organizational performance. Although the strategic co-alignment theory has provided points of reference to understanding the phenomenon of organizational performance, there are still many gaps left to be filled. Additionally, it also requires empirical validation especially in relation to Colombian SMEs – and this is where this work makes a contribution.

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