Understanding Organizational Learning and Mimetic Isomorphism

1 Discussion Post Response Student’s Name Institutional Affiliation Course Name and Number Instructor’s Name Date of Submission

2 Discussion Post 1: Kenna Kenna gives a clear understanding of organizational learning (OL) in terms of system theory. The process of OL aligns with systemic perspectives since it involves creating and using knowledge in an organizational system. It is vital for organizations to have the ability to learn and adapt to assist them in thriving and navigating in this dynamic setting ( Palmer et al., 2022). The systemic theory emphasizes the self-regulating nature of complex systems to endlessly respond to and improve external pressures. The ability to learn from both failures and successes, as well as collaboration within the organizations, help grow and develop organizations. Furthermore, organizations can try to avoid similar issues and improve their problem-solving skills by leveraging the knowledge obtained from external experiences and pressures. Generally, organizations that learn from their experiences continuously improve and navigate the environment’s complexities. Discussion Post 2: Lance I completely agree with Lance’s analysis of mimetic isomorphism from the system theory perspective. An organization in systems theory is considered a subsystem of a greater system that interacts with others through adaptations, feedback, processes, inputs, and outputs ( Battistella et al., 2021). Mimetic isomorphism occurs by imitating the strategies or practices of a successful organization. Lance has also mentioned that mimetic isomorphism usually is a result of uncertainty. Uncertainty is associated with the risk of developing unique individual practices. Therefore, organizations try to reduce risks in uncertain occurrences by copying the behavior of a successful organization. As a result of the mimicking process, several organizations within an industry or environment tend to have the same culture, practices, or structures ( Dua, 2022). Mimetic isomorphism corresponds to a common characteristic of open systems in that it

3 showcases how subsystems within an industry exhibit similar ways of responding to environmental pressures and uncertainties.

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4 References Battistella, C., Cicero, L., & Preghenella, N. (2021). Sustainable organisational learning in sustainable companies. The Learning Organization , 28 (1), 15-31. https://doi.org/10.1108/TLO-05-2019-0074 Dua, G. K. (2022). Mimetic Isomorphism: A Tool for Organizational Legitimacy. The Management Accountant Journal , 57 (11), 79-82. DOI: 10.33516/maj.v57i11.79-82p Palmer, I., Dunford, R., & Buchanan, D. (2022). EBOOK: Managing Organizational Change: A Multiple Perspectives Approach (ISE) . McGraw Hill. ISBN-13978-0073530536

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