Alistair Mutch Livres

Knowledge is increasingly regarded as central, both to the successful functioning of organizations and to their strategic direction. Managing Information and Knowledge in Organizations explores the nature and place of knowledge in contemporary organizations, paying particular attention to the management of information and data and to the crucial enabling role played by information and communication technology. Alistair Mutch draws on a wide range of literature spanning the disciplines of business, management, information management, and information systems. This material is located in a framework based on critical realism but covering the full range of contemporary debates. Managing Information and Knowledge in Organizations distinguishes itself by: taking a process-based approach centered around the notion of information literacy giving more attention to issues of data and information than other texts emphasizing the importance of technology while continuing to stress the centrality of social and organizational factors placing issues of organizational and national culture in a broader politico-economic context. Featuring such useful features as chapter objectives, mini-cases, chapter summaries, and suggestions for further reading, this text is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in knowledge management, information management, and management of information systems courses and modules.

By leveraging Margaret Archer's social theory, the book offers a fresh perspective on institutional logics, examining how various social contexts shape organizational actions. It challenges traditional views by providing historical examples from diverse fields, including play and the military, to illustrate the interplay between social life and organizational behavior. This approach invites readers to reconsider the foundational concepts that influence institutions and their functioning.

The book examines the transformation of the brewing industry from 1950 to 1990, highlighting its evolution from a focus on technical production issues to becoming integral to the retail sector. It illustrates the significant changes in market dynamics and consumer engagement, shedding light on how brewing adapted to the shifting landscape of commerce and culture during this period.