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Organisational Identity and Self-Transformation

An Autopoietic Perspective
By David Seidl
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David Seidl explores the intertwining themes of organizational identity and autopoietic organisation theory, originally developed by Niklas Luhmann. The book begins with a detailed introduction to Luhmann's theory, setting the foundation for a new conceptualisation of organisational identity. It then advances a theory of organisational self-transformation, focusing on how organisations change their identity over time. This work is pivotal for organisation theorists and researchers interested in novel frameworks for understanding organisational dynamics.
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Ideal for scholars and researchers in organisation and management studies, particularly those interested in organisation theory, social systems, and identity transformation within organisations.

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David Seidl brings together two important issues in organization and management studies in this volume: the concept and related theory of organizational identity, and autopoietic organization theory (as originally developed by Niklas Luhmann). The book is relevant to both organization theorists interested in new approaches to organization and to researchers of organizational identity.

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David Seidl brings together two important issues in organisation and management studies in this volume: the concept and related theory of organisational identity, and autopoietic organisation theory (as originally developed by Niklas Luhmann).

The contribution of the book is twofold: it provides an introduction to autopoietic organisation theory and it offers a new perspective on organisational identity and self-transformation. Thus, the book is relevant to both organisation theorists interested in new approaches to organisation and to researchers of organisational identity.

The themes are reflected in the structure of the book. Chapters one and two provide an introduction to Niklas Luhmann's organisation theory. Based on this, chapter three develops a new concept of organisational identity. In chapters four and five, a theory of organisational self-transformation (i.e. change of identity) is developed.

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Professor John Mingers of the University of Kent praises the book as an excellent resource offering fresh perspectives on organisation theory and Luhmann’s social theory. Professor Dirk Baecker of the University of Witten/Herdecke highlights Seidl’s success in integrating determinate and indeterminate aspects of organisational identity, advancing classical theories toward a postclassical view. The book is recognised for its systematic and meticulous analysis of organisational systems and the social context of autopoiesis.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780754644583

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 November 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 540g

Pages: 208

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Business & Entrepreneurship Business Leadership & Management David Seidl Education & Reference Non-Fiction

About the Author

David Seidl is Assistant Professor at the Institute of Business Policy and Strategic Management, Ludwig Maximilians University of Munich, Germany.

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