Flexible Use of Referents in the Construction of Organizational Identity: A Longitudinal Case Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 105649262110312
Author(s):  
Juha Laurila ◽  
Anni Paalumäki
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Identity ◽  
Rapid Growth ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Longitudinal Case Study ◽  
Organizational Evolution ◽  
The Past ◽  
Spatio Temporal ◽  
A Minor

Rapid growth, acquisitions, and diversification are examples of major changes that often result in the need to redefine the distinctive characteristics of the organization in question thereafter. However, a sudden identity presentation that significantly differs from the past lacks credibility among both the organizational members and the organization’s external constituents. We contribute to previous research by showing the previously neglected potential that lies in the flexible selection, valuation, and spatio-temporal positioning of referents, and how this enables the construction of an identity that is simultaneously sufficiently congruent with the organization’s present activities and continuous with its previous identity. Moreover, we also reveal how this use of referents changes across the phases of organizational evolution. Empirically, our findings are grounded on an intensive case study of an organization over a 20-year time frame that evolved from a minor spin-off to a prominent and eventually to a major diversified company.

What is NORML? Sedimented Meanings in Ambiguous Organizational Identities

2021 ◽  
pp. 017084062110577
Author(s):  
Matthew C.B. Lyle ◽  
Ian J. Walsh ◽  
Diego M. Coraiola
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Identity ◽  
Identity Change ◽  
National Organization ◽  
The Past ◽  
Organizational Identities ◽  
Key Points ◽  
Identity Threats ◽  
History Of ◽  
Identity Labels

Organizational identity scholarship has largely focused on the mutability of meanings ascribed to ambiguous identity labels. In contrast, we analyze a case study of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) to explore how leaders maintained a meaning ascribed to an ambiguous identity label amid successive identity threats. We found that heightened dissensus surrounding meanings attributed to the organization’s “reform group” label at three key points spurred theoretically similar manifestations of two processes. The first, meaning sedimentation, involved leaders invoking history to advocate for the importance of their preferred meaning while mulling the inclusion of others. The second, reconstructing the past, occurred as leaders and members alike offered narratives that obscured the history of disavowed meanings while sharing new memories of those they prioritized. Our work complements research on identity change by drawing attention to the processes by which meaning(s) underlying ambiguous identity labels might survive.

Links between meteorites and asteroids

1981 ◽  
Vol 374 (1757) ◽  
pp. 271-279
Keyword(s):  
Physical Properties ◽  
Rapid Growth ◽  
Parent Body ◽  
The Past ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Way

During the past decade, there has been a rapid growth in studies of the physical properties of the asteroids. In consequence, there now exists a much better basis than there was hitherto for comparing the properties of meteorites, determined in the laboratory, with those of asteroids. The way in which recent measurements of asteroids and meteorites can be interrelated to determine the nature and history of a meteorite parent body is illustrated via a case study of the asteroid Vesta and the Ca-rich achondrite Kapoeta.

scholarly journals Drainage system maintenance problems in the melioration region of VDP "Juzni Banat"

2004 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dragan Rudic ◽  
Nevenka Djurovic ◽  
Radmila Pivic
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sections ◽  
Catchment Area ◽  
Drainage System ◽  
Dense Network ◽  
Channel Network ◽  
The Past ◽  
Double Function ◽  
System Maintenance ◽  
A Minor

The aim of this paper is a case study of a melioration region, which will show the state of the channel network, as well as the scope of the implemented maintenance measures, which resulted in the reduced functionality of the drainage system. Melioration channels are in most cases in the function of drainage, and a minor number has a double function (drainage and irrigation). The dense network of channels, erected throughout the catchment area, is capable of receiving all the design surplus water. However, during the past decade, the channel network was not maintained to the required level, which caused the reduced functionality of the drainage system. The channels are invaded by annual and perennial plants, channel cross-sections are silted with mud, there are landslides of the slopes parts of water cross-sections are blocked, etc. These are the consequences of the inadequate maintenance of the drainage system and the accompanying structures.

scholarly journals A start-up in interaction with its partners

IMP Journal ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 50-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tamara Oukes ◽  
Ariane Raesfeld von
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Case Study ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Past ◽  
Focal Firm ◽  
Start Up ◽  
Process And Outcome ◽  
Start Ups ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – Start-ups are companies that are not yet embedded in a pre-existing network of relationships. Studies that researched how start-ups act in their relationships focused on just one type of action and assumed that start-ups are autonomous in how they choose to act. However, organisational action in relationships is both interactive and dynamic. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to investigate how a start-up interacts with its partners over time. Design/methodology/approach – The research aim is addressed through a longitudinal case study of a start-up in the medical device business. It was analysed how this start-up and its six key partners acted and reacted during 18 interactions episodes, what triggered these actions and what the outcomes of their actions were. In addition, the researchers explored if and how the subsequent episodes were related. Findings – First, the case shows that the past and the future affect current episodes. Second, it shows that action was triggered by both internal and external events which could expand or constrain opportunities for future interactions. Third, the findings show that there was a pattern in the interaction modes used during the relationship. Fourth, the findings show that the initial mode of interaction was often imitated by the counterparty. Finally, it is shown that there are clear links between the trigger, interaction process and outcome in an interaction episode. Research limitations/implications – The results indicate that besides the focal firm, partners should always be actively and directly involved in any research into organisational action. Moreover, action in relationships should be characterised as a dynamic process that is in a state of continual change. Practical implications – Managers of start-ups: can influence the outcomes of their relationships through their actions; have to react to both opportunities and conflicts in their relationships; can rely on their network to solve conflicts; and should closely consider their own actions and their counterparty’s actions. Originality/value – The research is valuable because it studies the interactive and dynamic nature of start-ups’ action in relationships.

scholarly journals Inferring potential landslide damming using slope stability, geomorphic constraints, and run-out analysis: a case study from the NW Himalaya

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 351-377
Author(s):  
Vipin Kumar ◽  
Imlirenla Jamir ◽  
Vikram Gupta ◽  
Rajinder K. Bhasin
Keyword(s):  
Debris Flows ◽  
River Discharge ◽  
Temporal Variations ◽  
Nw Himalaya ◽  
The Past ◽  
Landslide Volume ◽  
Spatio Temporal ◽  
Satluj Valley ◽  
Landslide Triggering

Abstract. Prediction of potential landslide damming has been a difficult process owing to the uncertainties related to landslide volume, resultant dam volume, entrainment, valley configuration, river discharge, material composition, friction, and turbulence associated with material. In this study, instability patterns of landslides, geomorphic indices, post-failure run-out predictions, and spatio-temporal patterns of rainfall and earthquakes are explored to predict the potential landslide damming sites. The Satluj valley, NW Himalaya, is chosen as a case study area. The study area has witnessed landslide damming in the past and incurred losses of USD ∼30 million and 350 lives in the last 4 decades due to such processes. A total of 44 active landslides that cover a total ∼4.81±0.05×106 m2 area and ∼34.1±9.2×106 m3 volume are evaluated to identify those landslides that may result in potential landslide damming. Out of these 44, a total of 5 landslides covering a total volume of ∼26.3±6.7×106 m3 are noted to form the potential landslide dams. Spatio-temporal variations in the pattern of rainfall in recent years enhanced the possibility of landslide triggering and hence of potential damming. These five landslides also revealed 24.8±2.7 to 39.8±4.0 m high debris flows in the run-out predictions.

scholarly journals Inferring potential landslide damming using slope stability, geomorphic constraints and run-out analysis; case study from the NW Himalaya

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vipin Kumar ◽  
Imlirenla Jamir ◽  
Vikram Gupta ◽  
Rajinder K. Bhasin
Keyword(s):  
Material Flow ◽  
Parametric Uncertainty ◽  
Nw Himalaya ◽  
North West ◽  
The Past ◽  
Landslide Volume ◽  
Spatio Temporal ◽  
Satluj Valley ◽  
Landslide Triggering

Abstract. Prediction of potential landslide damming has been a difficult process owing to uncertainties related to landslide volume, resultant dam volume, entrainment, valley configuration, river discharge, material composition, friction, and turbulence associated with the material. In this study instability pattern of landslides, parametric uncertainty, geomorphic indices, post-failure run-out predictions, and spatio-temporal pattern of rainfall and earthquake is explored using Satluj valley, North-West (NW) Himalaya as a case study area to predict the potential landslide damming sites. The study area witnessed landslide damming in the past and incurred $ ~ 30 M loss and 350 lives in the last four decades due to such processes. Forty-four active landslides in the study area that cover a total ~ 4.81 ± 0.05 × 106 m2 area and ~ 34.1 ± 9.2 × 106 m3 volume are evaluated in the study to identify those that may result in potential landslide damming. Out of forty-four, five landslides covering the volume of ~ 26.3 ± 6.7 × 106 m3 are observed to form potential landslide dams. Spatio-temporal varying patterns of rainfall in recent years enhance the possibility of landslide triggering and hence potential damming. These landslides also resulted in 24.8 ± 2.7 m to 39.8 ± 4.0 m high material flow in run-out predictions.

A Process Model of Internal and External Legitimacy

2013 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 345-376 ◽  
Author(s):  
Israel Drori ◽  
Benson Honig
Keyword(s):  
Process Model ◽  
Organizational Legitimacy ◽  
Longitudinal Case Study ◽  
Organizational Evolution ◽  
Different Types ◽  
The Relationship

We report the results of a longitudinal case study depicting the relationship between internal and external legitimacy at Orion, an emergent creative professional firm. We address the following questions: How do different types of legitimacy emerge, and how do they interact to shape organizational evolution? Introducing a staged process model, we demonstrate that organizational legitimacy is a product of action, which is continually reproduced and reconstructed by members of an organization in concert with external legitimation activities. Internal and external legitimacy evolve through a process of emergence, validation, diffusion and consensus, sometimes recursively repeating the cycle when imbalances result in conflict and friction.

scholarly journals Case Study the Benefits of Integrating 3D Printing into Prosthetics by Comparing a Traditional Manufactured Prosthesis to a 3D Manufactured Transradial Prosthesis

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Courtney Mortier ◽  
Kimberly Tetmeyer
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Past Research ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
The Past ◽  
Frame Difference ◽  
Confounding Variables ◽  
Similar Survey ◽  
3D Printed

This research study will be looking at the benefits and time-frame benefits of 3D printing. The purpose of this is to prove how the data collected agrees with past research studies on how the integration of 3D printing technology into the field of orthotics and prosthetics is considered beneficial. Participant one was given two sets of 10 questions to find a statistical significance between a traditional transradial prosthesis and a 3D manufactured transradial prosthesis. By doing this I then compared participant one's answers to a similar survey given to participants two and three, then drew the connection of how it is much more beneficial while also accounting for confounding variables. Consequently, this study concluded that the majority of answers benefited the integration of 3D printing. It proved this by having the participant explain their answers and also compare a traditional prosthesis to a 3D printed prosthesis specifically explaining the time-frame difference and the benefits of having the digitally manufactured prosthesis. This indicated how my research did support the past research done on this specific topic on how it is beneficial that 3D manufacturing should be integrated into prosthetics and orthotics. This study is solely correlational and analyzed data, meaning, it does not actually prove anything but was simply done to show the connection of the topic. With the results of this research it will add more support to the current body of research. 

MRI abnormalities associated with Vigabatrin treatment – a longitudinal case study and an atypical case

2010 ◽  
Vol 41 (02) ◽  
Author(s):  
T Polster ◽  
C Thiels ◽  
S Axer ◽  
G Classen ◽  
A Hofmann-Peters ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Case Study ◽  
Atypical Case

From hard to soft: theory and Neolithic studies in Scotland

2011 ◽  
Vol 33 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 7-19
Author(s):  
Kenneth Brophy
Keyword(s):  
The Past

The Scottish Theoretical Archaeology Group (STAG) conference organisers expressed some doubts about how far theory has changed, and impacted, archaeological establishment and academia in Scotland. In this paper, I will argue that Scotland is certainly not isolated in a theoretical sense, although in the past, Scottish archaeology could be accused of being theoretically conservative, or at least dependent on ideas and models developed elsewhere. A case-study looking at Neolithic studies will be used to illustrate that despite some recent critical historiographies of the study of the period in Scotland, archaeologists in Scotland and those working with Scottish material have been theoretically innovative and in step with wider paradigm changes. The study of the Neolithic in Scotland, it could be argued, has been shaped by theory more than the study of any other period; we are not isolated, but rather part of wider networks of discourse.

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