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Making an organization more flexible and agile: The significance of information technology and open innovation

Strategic Direction

ISSN: 0258-0543

Article publication date: 16 October 2018

Issue publication date: 25 October 2018

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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

Multinational corporations can enhance the positive impact of different aspects of IT on organizational agility by engaging in open innovation activities. Effective collaboration with external partners gives valuable access to additional capabilities that augment those in-house and help such firms to more swiftly respond to change within unpredictable environments.

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.

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Citation

(2018), "Making an organization more flexible and agile: The significance of information technology and open innovation", Strategic Direction, Vol. 34 No. 11, pp. 23-25. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-08-2018-0175

Publisher

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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