Alexander Styhre Livres

Focusing on two major companies, this work presents original empirical research that explores the intersection of organization theory and organizational behavior. It offers valuable insights into bureaucracy and innovation, contributing significantly to the existing literature on these topics.

The examination of social status reveals its critical role as both a mechanism and a fact influencing the regulation, management, and preservation of markets and organizations. The book delves into how social hierarchies impact economic interactions and organizational dynamics, providing insights into the interplay between social structures and market behavior.

Focusing on the intersection of innovation and legal rights, the book explores how these rights foster value creation by incentivizing corporations and shaping market dynamics. It highlights the role of legal frameworks in guiding market participants towards activities that align with policymakers' economic and social welfare goals, emphasizing the broader implications for market behavior and corporate strategy.

Focusing on the production of affordable homes, this case study examines two Swedish housing development companies that cater to a neglected market niche. It provides first-hand insights into their strategies and operations within the real-world economy, highlighting the challenges and innovations involved in creating accessible housing solutions.

Neoliberalism significantly influences management practices and organizational behavior, emphasizing competition and innovation. This book explores how concepts like auditing, corporate social responsibility, and shareholder value are intertwined with neoliberal agendas. It delves into the history and controversies surrounding neoliberalism, highlighting its impact on managerial frameworks and practices across corporate governance, human resource management, and regulatory control. By examining these connections, the book provides a critical perspective on the evolving landscape of management thought in a neoliberal context.

The book explores the intersection of life sciences and economic interests, highlighting how scientific advancements are not only emerging from laboratories but also transforming into marketable goods and services. It examines the slow integration of these innovations into healthcare practices and policies, revealing the complexities of their commercialization and the implications for public health. This integrated perspective sheds light on the evolving relationship between science and the economy.

Focusing on professionalism, this book examines how knowledge sharing is systematically integrated into professional practices. It delves into the everyday interactions within professional communities and their organizational contexts. Through three empirical studies involving pharmaceutical clinical trials researchers and management consultants, it explores the dynamics of knowledge exchange and its impact on professional effectiveness and collaboration.

Focusing on the significance of visual practices, this book introduces a theoretical framework for understanding visual culture within organizations. It highlights how these practices are integral to daily routines and emphasizes the need for deeper exploration in organizational theory. Through empirical illustrations, it bridges literature on vision and visuality with practical examples, showcasing the critical role visuals play in shaping organizational dynamics.

The book explores the challenges faced by business schools in balancing the teaching of scientifically validated theories with the practical application of concepts and models. It delves into the inherent tensions between these dual goals and how they can create difficulties in the educational process. By analyzing this dynamic, the author sheds light on the complexities of business education and the implications for students and educators alike.

The book explores the transformation of professional work in the context of "investor capitalism," highlighting how traditional professional groups are experiencing a renegotiation of their work routines and jurisdictional discretion. It delves into the implications of these changes for knowledge-intensive occupations and the evolving dynamics within professional environments. Through this examination, the text sheds light on the challenges and adaptations faced by professionals in the modern economic landscape.