EFFECT OF CONTINGENCY FACTORS ON LEARNING ORGANISATIONS IN NIGERIA

Abstract

The major challenge of the Contingency Approach to management as practised globally is that causation effect is presumed but not explained. Ironically, some business can exist over a long period with poor fit because the industry is profitable enough or has successfully created entry barriers to support its operation even though it may be in sub-optimality.  This study establishes the influence of contingency factors on Learning Organization. The sub-variables here were Organizational structure, information Technology, dynamic Capabilities, leadership characteristics, the legal and regulatory environment was discussed. The remaining contingency factors comprising of the environment, Organizational size, strategy, technology, and corporate culture also significantly impact on learning Organizations.  The study used the Phenomenological Approach to research. Based on these findings, which revealed a various situational approach to issues,  the study concluded that learning organizations should understand that, there is no one best method of organising,   rather the best organizational structure is contingent on several contingency factors such as the complexity of the environment, the strategic positioning of the firm, or the technology among others. The study also recommended that learning organizations should put in place better organizational structural strategies, improved information technology and put in place strategies that encourage their leaders to have leadership characteristics and capabilities towards better performance.