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Insights into triple bottom line integration from a learning organization perspective

D. Jamali (Suliman S. Olayan School of Business, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon)

Business Process Management Journal

ISSN: 1463-7154

Article publication date: 1 November 2006

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Abstract

Purpose

The notion of sustainability has been evolving and is increasingly understood to encompass considerations of economic viability, as well as environmental sustainability and social responsibility. The paper seeks to explore how linking these seemingly disparate pillars of sustainability may be facilitated through a management orientation supporting continual adaptability and learning.

Design/methodology/approach

Literature review and critical analysis.

Findings

The relevance of core organizational learning characteristics to different aspects of sustainability performance is outlined. The paper generally supports the view that a heightened propensity for learning ensures that organizations are better equipped for meeting the challenge of triple bottom line integration.

Originality/value

Linking two traditionally separate and encapsulated areas of research, namely the area of corporate sustainability and the area of learning organizations/organizational learning.

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Citation

Jamali, D. (2006), "Insights into triple bottom line integration from a learning organization perspective", Business Process Management Journal, Vol. 12 No. 6, pp. 809-821. https://doi.org/10.1108/14637150610710945

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2006, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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