Organization Design for Algorithmic and Heuristic Work

• Autorzy: Dominik Skowroński
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Purpose: The purpose of this research is to propose the organization design parameters and coordination mechanisms that match the algorithmic and heuristic work characteristics. Methodology: Methodology applied bases on the analysis of the literature. The study is conceptual in nature and draws upon other research findings. Firstly, it takes into consideration a literature review on organization architecture, design, and two types of work (algorithmic and heuristic). Then organization architecture assumptions are presented as a basis for the analysis of matching organization design with algorithmic and heuristic work. Subsequently, a considered framework for the analysis is Mintzberg's model of organization design that is applied as a framework to be checked for fit with heuristic work characteristics. Findings: Research leads to the conclusion that out of five organization design configurations there is one that fits the heuristic work - adhocracy. The design parameters and coordination mechanisms described in this configuration are following the architectural assumption of autonomy-process-relations materials use, which in turn match the heuristic work characteristics: continuous learning, limited access to information, and unpredictability of results. Originality: The originality of work is based on researching fit between heuristic work and organization design. Literature has not covered this link before. Moreover, the use of architectural assumptions for organization design is differentiating the study from the already performed researches. Implications: The study suggests that following with empirical research requires establishing several measures for: heuristic work, organization architecture, and organization design. (original abstract)

Słowa kluczowe

EN

Heuristics methods; Algorithms; Organisation; Creating projects

PL

Metody heurystyczne; Algorytmy; Organizacja; Tworzenie projektów

• Czasopismo: Journal of Positive Management
• Rocznik: 2019
• Tom: 10
• Numer: nr 4
• Strony: 3--16

Twórcy

autor

Dominik Skowroński

• University of Lodz, Faculty of Management, Lodz, Poland

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DOI

10.12775/JPM.2019.002