Managing the Degree of Hybridity: The Evolutionary Process of the Embeddedness of Subordinate Logic

Suhyon Oh, Lisa K. Hehenberger

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Abstract

This article explores the complex evolution of balanced hybridization in a state-owned development finance institution with a multifaceted mandate encompassing environmental and social impact, revenue generation, and national policy implementation. Through a single case study of a European national DFI, longitudinal data is analyzed from inception to present to investigate shifts in hybridity and organizational responses. Findings reveal that when a development logic as the subordinate logic gains prominence due to external institutional demands, the initial organizational response leans against the subordinate logic such as compromise or manipulation. However, as the subordinate logic gradually attains acceptance within the organization, the organization shifts towards a positive stance, aiming for a balanced hybridization. The resulting organizational identity reflects this equilibrium, showcasing a dynamic interplay between logics at field and organizational levels. The research offers novel insights into the mechanisms of change within hybrid organizations, particularly those that seek to enhance their positive socio-environmental impact, shedding light on how these entities adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving context.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the Eighty-fourth Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management
EditorsSonia Taneja
Number of pages1
Place of PublicationValhalla, NY
PublisherAcademy of Management
Publication date2024
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
EventThe Academy of Management Annual Meeting 2024: Innovating for the Future: Policy, Purpose, and Organizations - Chicago, United States
Duration: 9 Aug 202413 Aug 2024
Conference number: 84
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Conference

ConferenceThe Academy of Management Annual Meeting 2024
Number84
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityChicago
Period09/08/202413/08/2024
Internet address
SeriesAcademy of Management Annual Meeting Proceedings
ISSN0065-0668

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