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| Author: | Gresov, C. |
| Title: | Exploring fit and misfit with multiple contingencies. |
| Journal: | Administrative Science Quarterly
1989 : SEP, VOL. 34:3, p. 431-453 |
| Index terms: | CONTINGENCY THEORY ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | A multiple-contingencies theory is proposed that examines the effects of task and dependency on unit design and efficiency. Under some conditions work-unit designs fail to fit their contexts. Poor performance by units is related to a lack of fit with theoretically prescribed patterns of design, but because the complexities of design are not justified, it is difficult to predict misfit. The multiple-contingency approach specifically focuses on issues such as misfit, conflicting contingencies, and equifinality. Units facing conflicting contingencies are more prone to design misfit and lower performance. |
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