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Military perspectives of organizations

Robert D. Winsor (Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California, USA)

Journal of Organizational Change Management

ISSN: 0953-4814

Article publication date: 1 August 1996

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Abstract

As the most common metaphor in organizational literature, the military perspective has greatly influenced business thought and practice. Delineates the various forms taken by the military metaphor in business, and discusses potential explanations for its increasing popularity. Considers the ethical and structural effects of military thinking on the organization.

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Winsor, R.D. (1996), "Military perspectives of organizations", Journal of Organizational Change Management, Vol. 9 No. 4, pp. 34-42. https://doi.org/10.1108/09534819610124043

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1996, MCB UP Limited

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