Study of Organizational Downsizing and Information Management Strategies

摘要

Organizational downsizing and strategic information management are two importanttrends that have developed in the business world over the last 10 years. This study was conducted to identify possible links between these two trends. It also tries to identify some potential benefits and pitfalls associated with simultaneously restructuring an organization and upgrading its information management systems. This study is initial, descriptive research in this area. Interviews were conducted with six organizations of varying size and type that had both downsized and upgraded information systems within the past five years. While the small size of the sample and time constraints on the authors limited the depth and scope of the study, some significant information about relationships between downsizing and information management systems was found. Several areas were identified where additional research may help further define and clarify the relationships described in this study.... Management information Systems, Personnel manage, Organization theory, Planning.