Organizations and crisis situations: Factors that facilitate learning and change

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context

Findings

In circumstances of crisis, high uncertainty levels become the norm and often demand that an establishment changes to some extent. Information distribution and effective communication are among the key factors which can determine whether organizational learning or co-evolution is most appropriate in the aftermath of these situations. 10;

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format. 10;

Citation

(2020), "Organizations and crisis situations: Factors that facilitate learning and change", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 34 No. 1, pp. 31-33. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-08-2019-0177