When the buzzword of business model was very active and reactive during the internet boom, many individuals did not understand the concept of the proper business model for the proper business (Magretta, 2002). When not utilizing the right type of model for the organization, the model will be misused and distorted (Magretta, 2002). Understanding the traditional organization and learning organization, will allow an organization to determine which time of organization they desire the most.
Characteristics of the Traditional and Learning Organization
The beginnings of the traditional and learning organizations start with the characteristics of the organizations. Within these organizations, there are some main characteristics of each one that sets them apart.
The traditional organization views their organization is set on the way things have always been and wants to continue to run by the old ways, instead of trying to think of the best ways and allow for change (Anderson, 2003). The leadership within the organization controls the design of the organization, assumes it knows best, delays change as long as possible, believes dollars are top priority, problems are attacked, organization confirms to the rules, and accountability to the boss is essential (Anderson, 2003). The traditional organization is focused on the past and present (Anderson, 2003).
The learning organization is the opposite of the traditional organization. It believes that there is always a better way to do things, it listens to those who work within the company, utilizes a systems approach, is orientated towards people and ideas, prevents problems, quality and customer-service is essential, and accountability to the team is essential (Anderson, 2003). The lear...
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According to Hatch and Cunliffe (2006), there are three major perspectives about the study of organization theory (OT): modern, symbolic interpretive, and postmodern. Each of these perspectives comes with its own assumptions and methodologies. Hatch and Cunliffe provided an introduction text about the concepts and characteristics of the three OT perspectives. Tsoukas and Knudsen also compiled a comprehensive handbook summarizing all facets of the meta-theoretical perspectives. In this post the writer will discuss the basic concepts of three perspectives, present Hatch and Cunliffe’s reasons why a multiple perspectives approach to organization theory is important, and compare Tsoukas and Knudsen’s introduction to the Hatch and Cunliffe introduction in their books.