The Impact of Cloud Technology on Strategic Management and Organizational Flexibility
Keywords:
Cloud technology, Organizational flexibility, Strategic management, Organizational innovation, Strategic decision-makingAbstract
The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of cloud technology on organizational flexibility and strategic management in organizations. This qualitative research employed semi-structured interviews with managers and specialists in the fields of information technology and strategic management from various organizations. The findings indicate that cloud technology significantly enhances organizational flexibility and strengthens strategic decision-making processes. Furthermore, cloud technology aids in increasing absorptive capacity, facilitating knowledge transfer within organizations, and improving organizational innovation. Cloud technology can serve as an important tool in enhancing organizational flexibility and improving strategic management. Organizations should focus on strategically utilizing this technology to achieve sustainable competitive advantage.
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