Theorizing with managers to bridge the theory-praxis gap

摘要

Purpose –To refine an agenda concerning the theory-praxis gap in order to develop a foundation for a research tradition. ududApproach – We synthesize and build on the suggestions the suggestions in commentary articles by Kohli (2017), Leeflang (2017) and Möller (2017). ududFindings – We develop a research agenda consisting of issues. ud1. The need for a systemic view of business practice ud2. The need for innovative and meaningful theoretical understanding ud3. The need to identify conditions and approaches for collaborative theorizing ud4. To further define and instruct the abductive approach ud5. To explore pragmatic realism to ensure both practical outcomes and truthful theories ududOriginality/value – The five issues are a step towards developing a theory-praxis research tradition.