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Géraldine Schmidt - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Overcoming the risks of restructuring through the integrative bargaining process: Two case studies in a French context
    Human Relations, 2008
    Co-Authors: Pierre Garaudel, Florent Noël, Géraldine Schmidt
    Abstract:

    In this paper we analyse two French restructuring cases, using Walton and McKersie's theoretical framework, and provide evidence of the potential of integrative bargaining in restructuring. We argue that any restructuring situation, even in an unfavourable context such as the French, displays an integrative potential, in that employers' and employees' risks are closely interrelated and these risks can be successfully addressed in a cooperative way. The two cases are from widely contrasting contexts: a Medium-Sized Firm in the declining textile industry, and a large insurance company with no short-term economic threat. We show to what extent the underlying bargaining processes are illustrative of an integrative approach as defined by Walton and McKersie and that such an approach may prevail in different kinds of situation, decline-related as well as competition-enhancing restructurings. Moreover, in reference with the four sub-processes developed in the Walton and MacKersie's model, we analyse how and under which conditions an integrative approach can be achieved. Finally, we discuss theoretical implications concerning the application of this model to restructuring processes.

Douglas Polley - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Applying entrepreneurial orientation to a medium sized Firm
    International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research, 2012
    Co-Authors: Davina Vora, Jay A. Vora, Douglas Polley
    Abstract:

    Purpose – The purpose of this study is twofold. First, the authors aim to investigate the applicability of the five (EO) dimensions of autonomy, innovativeness, risk taking, proactiveness, and competitive aggressiveness to a medium‐sized Firm. Second, the research seeks to explore Firm processes leading to the development of entrepreneurial orientation (EO) in a medium‐sized domestic US Firm. Thus, it endeavours to examine the applicability of EO dimensions as well as the processes by which EO arose in the focal company.Design/methodology/approach – The authors use a multi‐method approach entailing analysis of archival data as well as semi‐structured interviews of executives to examine the applicability of EO dimensions as well as the processes associated with the development of EO to a medium sized Firm competing in a Midwestern US market. Such an in‐depth analysis of one Firm provides rich data, enabling the exploration of EO using qualitative methods.Findings – While the medium‐sized domestic US busine...

Pierre Garaudel - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Overcoming the risks of restructuring through the integrative bargaining process: Two case studies in a French context
    Human Relations, 2008
    Co-Authors: Pierre Garaudel, Florent Noël, Géraldine Schmidt
    Abstract:

    In this paper we analyse two French restructuring cases, using Walton and McKersie's theoretical framework, and provide evidence of the potential of integrative bargaining in restructuring. We argue that any restructuring situation, even in an unfavourable context such as the French, displays an integrative potential, in that employers' and employees' risks are closely interrelated and these risks can be successfully addressed in a cooperative way. The two cases are from widely contrasting contexts: a Medium-Sized Firm in the declining textile industry, and a large insurance company with no short-term economic threat. We show to what extent the underlying bargaining processes are illustrative of an integrative approach as defined by Walton and McKersie and that such an approach may prevail in different kinds of situation, decline-related as well as competition-enhancing restructurings. Moreover, in reference with the four sub-processes developed in the Walton and MacKersie's model, we analyse how and under which conditions an integrative approach can be achieved. Finally, we discuss theoretical implications concerning the application of this model to restructuring processes.

Davina Vora - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Applying entrepreneurial orientation to a medium sized Firm
    International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research, 2012
    Co-Authors: Davina Vora, Jay A. Vora, Douglas Polley
    Abstract:

    Purpose – The purpose of this study is twofold. First, the authors aim to investigate the applicability of the five (EO) dimensions of autonomy, innovativeness, risk taking, proactiveness, and competitive aggressiveness to a medium‐sized Firm. Second, the research seeks to explore Firm processes leading to the development of entrepreneurial orientation (EO) in a medium‐sized domestic US Firm. Thus, it endeavours to examine the applicability of EO dimensions as well as the processes by which EO arose in the focal company.Design/methodology/approach – The authors use a multi‐method approach entailing analysis of archival data as well as semi‐structured interviews of executives to examine the applicability of EO dimensions as well as the processes associated with the development of EO to a medium sized Firm competing in a Midwestern US market. Such an in‐depth analysis of one Firm provides rich data, enabling the exploration of EO using qualitative methods.Findings – While the medium‐sized domestic US busine...

Domenech Mele - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • The Principle of Subsidiarity in Organizations: A Case Study
    SSRN Electronic Journal, 2004
    Co-Authors: Domenech Mele
    Abstract:

    The principle of subsidiarity holds that a larger and greater body should not exercise functions which can be carried out efficiently by one smaller and lesser, but rather the former should support the latter and help to coordinate its activity with the activities of the whole community. According to some authors, businesses ought to be considered as human communities and, consequently, the principle of subsidiarity should be an ethical premise for designing business organizations. However, this principle has rarely been applied to business organizations as yet. This paper presents the bases and contents of the principle of subsidiarity, and the ethical requirements for the design of business organizations that flow from it. Subsidiarity is an ethical framework for employee autonomy, initiative, entrepreneurial spirit, and responsibility. It bears some similarities to the managerial concepts of "decentralization" and "empowerment," but differs from them both in its foundation and in its application. A case study of a Medium-Sized Firm describes an organizational change which takes the principle of subsidiarity into account. Reflection on the subsidiarity principle and the use of appropriate managerial tools proved successful in improving various aspects of this organization. The paper concludes by presenting some suggestions for effective implementation of the subsidiarity principle in business organizations.