Creating an organizational culture of innovation: case studies of Japanese multinational companies in Thailand

被引:8
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作者
Satsomboon, Wichuwan [1 ]
Pruetipibultham, Oranuch [1 ]
机构
[1] Natl Inst Dev Adm, Grad Sch Human Resource Dev, Bangkok, Thailand
关键词
organizational culture; innovative organization; Japanese multinationals; Thailand;
D O I
10.1080/13678868.2013.812330
中图分类号
C93 [管理学];
学科分类号
12 ; 1201 ; 1202 ; 120202 ;
摘要
The purpose of this study is to examine the predominant factors that lead to being an innovative organization from the employees' perspective in Japanese multinational companies (MNCs) in Thailand. The study employed qualitative case study approach utilizing semi-structured interviews and a focus group, and involved nine participants from five different Japanese MNCs operating in Thailand. The study found that learning and development, participative decision-making, communication and tolerance towards conflict and risks, kaizen (continuous improvement) and leadership were the main factors in promoting innovation in organizations.
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页码:110 / 120
页数:11
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