The Congruence Perspective of Organization Design: A Conceptual Model and Multivariate Research Approach

This paper provides direction for a systematic program of research on a congruence perspective of organization design.A theoretical model of strategic choice is elaborated and serves as an integrating framework from the organization design literature.The model is based on a multivariate approach involving environment, technology, and structure, as well as their congruency.A number of specific research hypotheses are generated, and implications for the development of both descriptive and normative theory are advanced.