Linking OD's philosophy with justice theory: postmodern implications

The purpose of this article is twofold; first, to demonstrate a linkage bet ween the tenets of justice theory and OD core values, assumptions and ethic al beliefs and, second, to show the role of this linkage as if applies to p ostmodern organizations in terms of the evolution of OD technology Distribu tive, procedural and interactional justice is discussed and juxtaposed with the humanistic and organizational effectiveness orientations that compise the core values of OD. Finally, ways are suggested that the linkage between justice theory and OD core values can be used for the development of OD sc ience and its application to the postmodern organizational paradigm of equa lity, empowerment and horizontal relationships.