Why I think shadowing is the best field technique in management and organization studies

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to explore the value of shadowing as a field technique.

Design/methodology/approach

This piece takes the form of a viewpoint.

Findings

Barbara Czarniawska describes the methodological journey that led her to the adoption of shadowing approaches in her organizational research.

Originality/value

This invited commentary is informed by extensive experience of using shadowing to gather data in organizational settings.

Citation

Czarniawska, B. (2014), "Why I think shadowing is the best field technique in management and organization studies", Qualitative Research in Organizations and Management, Vol. 9 No. 1, pp. 90-93. https://doi.org/10.1108/QROM-02-2014-1198