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Syed Shahid Hussain ¹, Sarwar M. Azhar ², Maham Shahid ²

Affiliations
1 School of Professional Advancement, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, PK
2 School of Business and Economics, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, PK

Abstract

The aim of this study is to explore the extant literature with respect to the effect of organisational types on SO-performance relationship. The type of an organisation is a mental model or metaphorical representation manifested through the structural characteristics such as systems, processes, nature of business and workforce. It is also manifested through values, norms, shared vision (known as culture) and strategic orientations. Authors of this study therefore firmly believe and propose a significant connection between type of organisation and SO-performance relationship. The paper discusses this conceptual link through the review of literature systematically based on last three years research publications i.e. 2010-2012. Firstly, authors highlight the existence of SO-performance relationships and then purport the links between frequently cited SOs and organisational types. The study concludes with several propositions based on a theoretical framework and provokes attention of future researchers towards this crucial issue.

Keywords

SOs, Organisational Types, Mechanistic, Organic, Political, Organisational Performance, Adaptive Learning, Generative Learning

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Syed Shahid Hussain ¹, Naveed Yazdani ²

Affiliations
1 University of Management and Technology, Lahore, PK
2 University of Management and Technology, Lahore, PW

Abstract

This theoretical study is an attempt to provide an overview of literature on organizational learning by covering the concepts of prominent scholars from Cangelosi and Dill (1965) to Fang et al., (2010). In the last two decades, the multi-facets of the concept have emerged in academic as well as in corporate world. The field of organizational learning can be considered in several perspectives and dimensions. The aim of the study is to evaluate the salient aspects of the field while exploring the different perspectives and approaches of organizational learning namely individual/cognitive, objective, technical, social, cultural, humanistic, and political. This paper also expounds various processes like single-loop, double-loop and experiential through which organizations learn.

Keywords

Learning, Single-loop, Double-loop, Organizational learning, Collective learning, Superstitious learning, Competency Trap

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Hamid Jalil ¹, Syed Shahid Hussain ², Ahmed F. Siddiqi ³

Affiliations
1 J. E. Austin Associates, Inc. Islamabad, PK
2 School of Professional Advancement, University of Management & Technology, C-II, Johar Town, Lahore, PK
3 School of Business and Economics, University of Management & Technology, C-II, Johar Town, Lahore, PK

Abstract

Meat has become an integral part of human body because it is an affluent source of proteins, vitamins, minerals, micronutrients, and fats for human beings. This study is an attempt to investigate the spending of meat and pricing model in Lahore city.The essential factors of the contribution of small farmers of livestock in the meat sector have been highlighted in this paper. Based on the primary data of year 2008 from some stakeholders, dealers and officials of the meat industryof Lahore,the findings of this research reveal that the meat prices are growing up due to unnecessary transportation expenditures imposedon the suppliers (farmers) of remote areas. The global changes like 9/11 and other regional, national and international challenges have significant impacts on the meat production, consumption and pricing patterns. Based on the information embarkedon this primary research, this study invokes the role of the Government and policy makers to perk up the productivity of meat. The authors are of the point of view that this seminal research will provide insight to the policy makers, planners, strategists,businessmen, and future researchers to replicate and spread it over other parts of the country.

Keywords

Price Pattern, Red Meat, White Meat, Slaughter Houses

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