Acquisition activity and organizational structure

Article Abstract:

The causal relationship between organizational structure and the motives for the acquisition and merger of corporations is made the focus of a theoretical debate. This debate comes as a result of an observation that industries are currently in the process of moving from traditional hierarchical organizational structures to more focused and flexible network forms, as facilitated by technological innovations in communication. Whether or not motive or structure is the precursor of corporate acquisition, it is clear that the assessment of targeted companies by network firms is based largely on the extent of autonomy of the target's operations. This would signify a shift in communications from horizontal to multidirectional and overlapping linkages. These network structures would provide the options for enhancing short- and long-range organizational objectives.

Research, Acquisitions and mergers, Organizational change

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Embracing e-business

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Internet has become more a part of the everyday life and therefore the risk that organizations may cease to pay appropriate attention to e-business and its ongoing development. New business computing developments are constrained to maintain and upgrade and integrate a company's existing or legacy systems in along with the creation of anything new.

Usage, Internet, Electronic commerce, E-commerce

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The second digital revolution

Article Abstract:

This article examines the economic aspects of the 'digital revolution,' wherein an increasing amount of media, services, and products are encoded in an electronic format. The article focuses on the need for companies to integrate their interfaces and market channels to effectively manage customer engagement with new technology.

Management Theory & Techniques, Management, Business, Innovations, Economic aspects, Customer relations, Digital communications, Computer interfaces, Interfaces (Computers)

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