Designing an Adaptive Model of Intra-Organizational Strategic Intelligence: Case Study of Public and Private Organizations
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Strategic intelligence, Government organizations, Private organizations, Dynamic capabilities, Knowledge managementAbstract
The purpose of this study is to design an adaptive model and explain the mechanism of intra-organizational strategic intelligence within public and private organizations. To achieve this aim, a mixed-methods approach (qualitative–quantitative) was employed. In the qualitative phase, data were collected through 12 semi-structured interviews with senior managers, strategic experts, and specialists in knowledge management and strategic intelligence in both public and private organizations. Thematic analysis was conducted using MAXQDA software (version 2020), leading to the identification of the components and dimensions of the model. In the quantitative phase, the statistical population consisted of 5,213 managers and experts from three public and three private organizations located in the city of Kerman. Stratified random sampling was used, and 360 individuals were selected as the final sample. Quantitative data were collected through a researcher-developed questionnaire, the validity and reliability of which were confirmed. To validate and test the conceptual model, structural equation modeling (SEM) was conducted using SmartPLS software (version 3). The findings indicated that components such as environmental awareness, analytical capabilities, information exchange culture, human resources training, competence in risk assessment, organizational flexibility, decision-making support, intelligent resource management, and a culture of innovation and creativity are key dimensions of intra-organizational strategic intelligence. As a result of this study, a practical and adaptive model was presented for enhancing strategic intelligence in public and private organizations, which can contribute to improved. decision-making and organizational performance.
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