Explore how "fit" shapes strategy research and why precise operationalization matters. This book connects verbal theory with statistical testing, showing how different conceptions of fit guide research design and interpretation in strategic management.
The work surveys alternative perspectives on fit, from moderation and mediation to gestalts, profile-deviation, and covariation. It explains how each view changes what counts as evidence and how to test it, helping readers align theory with rigorous measurement.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book sheds light on the concept of fit in strategic management research, exploring its various conceptualizations and examining the gap between theoretical statements and operationalization schemes. The author argues that the concept of fit is often invoked metaphorically and without precise guidelines for operationalization, leading to inconsistent results and hindering theory development. To address this issue, the book presents a comprehensive framework that classifies six distinct perspectives on fit: moderation, mediation, matching, gestalts, profile-deviation, and covariation. Each perspective is discussed in detail, with an emphasis on its theoretical meaning, verbalization of research propositions, and corresponding analytical schemes. By highlighting the isomorphic nature of the correspondence between a particular conceptualization and its testing scheme, the book aims to contribute to the critical link between theory building and theory testing. The author's insights are valuable for researchers seeking to enhance the rigor and precision of their research in strategic management and beyond, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of the role of fit in organizational success. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332255931_0
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