A methodology to measure the degre of managerial innovation
Abstract: The main objective
of this study is to introduce the concept of managerial innovation and to
propose a quantitative methodology to measure the degree of managerial
innovation capability by analyzing the evolution of the techniques used for
management functions.
Design/methodology/approach: The methodology mainly focuses on the
different techniques used for each management functions namely; Planning,
Organizing, Leading, Controlling and Coordinating. These functions are studied
and the different techniques used for them are listed. Since the techniques
used for these management functions evolve in time due to technological and
social changes, a methodology is required to measure the degree of managerial
innovation capability. This competency is measured through an analysis
performed to point out which techniques used for each of these functions.
Findings: To check the validity and applicability of this methodology, it
is implemented to a manufacturing company. Depending on the results of the
implementation, enhancements are suggested to the company for each function to
survive in the changing managerial conditions
Research limitations/implications: The primary limitation of this study
is the implementation area. Although the study is implemented in just a single
manufacturing company, it is welcomed to apply the same methodology to measure
the managerial innovation capabilities of other manufacturing companies.
Moreover, the model is ready to be adapted to different sectors although it is
mainly prepared for manufacturing sector.
Originality/value: Although innovation management is widely studied,
managerial innovation is a new concept and introduced to measure the capability
to challenge the changes occur in managerial functions. As a brief this
methodology aims to be a pioneer in the field of managerial innovation
regarding the evolution of management functions. Therefore it is expected to
lead more studies to inspect the progress of change throughout the history and
the future trends.
Author: Mustafa Batuhan Ayhan,
Ercan Oztemel
Journal Code: jptindustrigg140038
