Organizational learning capability, innovation and organizational performance
European Journal of Innovation Management
ISSN: 1460-1060
Article publication date: 25 November 2019
Issue publication date: 5 January 2021
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to introduce a comprehensive, delineated and integrated conceptual model which includes organizational learning capability, innovation and organizational performance (OP). Then, an empirical investigation is undertaken to test the relationships among the proposed study model variables.
Design/methodology/approach
In total, 274 questionnaires were completed and returned. Statistical techniques employed included confirmatory factor analysis to examine the validity of the measurement model, and structural equation modeling to test the hypotheses.
Findings
The findings of this study suggest that OLC influences innovation and innovation affects OP. Finally, the results show that OLC affects OP indirectly through innovation (mediator).
Research limitations/implications
Future research should pay more attention to the influence of different mixture (variables) of influences on innovation and also examine other consequences of introducing innovation in organizations. In addition, more empirical papers supporting (or rejecting) the results in different contexts would be welcomed, especially longitudinal studies.
Practical implications
The results of this study help managers to ascertain the managerial practices that can be employed as well as determine the level of effort and resources necessary to enhance OLC. Additionally, managers should shed additional light on the innovation’s positive implications for OP.
Originality/value
This study focuses on the conceptualization of OLC and effects of these capabilities on innovation. It conceptualizes innovation as a multidimensional construct and tests its relationship with OP. Finally, the relationship between learning capability and OP, although implied, needs to be addressed empirically in the research literature, an objective that this study tries to achieve.
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Citation
Migdadi, M.M. (2021), "Organizational learning capability, innovation and organizational performance", European Journal of Innovation Management, Vol. 24 No. 1, pp. 151-172. https://doi.org/10.1108/EJIM-11-2018-0246
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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