Research Article

ENHANCING ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH ADAPTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE STRATEGIES

Aliyu Ishaq Abdullahi1*
1 Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University, Kano (Khairun) Registry Department, Establishment Unit
* Corresponding author: Aliyuishaqabdullahi012@gmail.com
Published: Dec, 2023
DOI: 10.67894/bjms.2023.jdbzuc6o
Pages: 205-216

Abstract

In a rapidly changing business environment, organizations face unprecedented challenges that demand flexibility and adaptability in administrative structures. This research the impact of adaptive administrative strategies on organizational productivity. Content analysis was used as the methodology of the study analyzing various adaptive management techniques, including participative change management, directive change management, coaching and mentoring, and communication and transparency. The study also utilizes expectancy theory as the lens of the study. According to the research's results, successful digital transformation initiatives require buy-in from the top down, a well-defined path forward, and a culture that prizes creativity and teamwork. Effective change management strategies that address employee concerns and utilize the benefits of digital technologies should also be an integral part of digital transformation strategies. Similarly other findings from the study also the imperativeness of tailoring change management strategies to the organizational context and the specific nature of the change. Participative decision-making, clear communication, and targeted coaching and mentoring were found to positively influence employee retention and productivity during change. The study's results underscore the important of adaptive management techniques in successfully navigating organizational change and provide valuable insights for organizations seeking to minimize employee turnover and maintain productivity. The study recommends among others that there is a need to invest in leadership development programs to cultivate transformational leadership behaviors that inspire innovation, empower employees, and drive organizational change and also the need to Foster a culture of employee engagement by providing opportunities for involvement in decision-making, continuous learning, and recognition of contributions to encourage active participation in adaptive practices. 

Keywords

Organizational Change Adaptive Management Techniques Employee Retention Employee Productivity Change Management Strategies.

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How to Cite

Abdullahi, A. I. (2023). ENHANCING ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH ADAPTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE STRATEGIES. Bayero Journal of Management Sciences, 5(2), 205-216. https://doi.org/10.67894/bjms.2023.jdbzuc6o

A. I. Abdullahi, "ENHANCING ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH ADAPTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE STRATEGIES," Bayero Journal of Management Sciences, vol. 5, no. 2, pp. 205-216, December 2023. doi: 10.67894/bjms.2023.jdbzuc6o

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