Birkinshaw & Gibson 2004 Flashcards
1
Q
What is organizational ambidexterity?
A
The ability to balance adaptability (innovating and exploring new opportunities) and alignment (exploiting existing capabilities)
2
Q
Why is ambidexterity important for companies?
A
Because it gives long-term succes with adapting to changes while stay efficient in current operations
3
Q
What are two main components for ambidexterity?
A
Adaptability and alignment
