Contingency Theory
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CORE DEFINITION
It holds that there is no universally applicable best management approach; management effectiveness depends on specific situational factors, such as environmental uncertainty, technological complexity, and organizational size.
SCAFFOLDING EFFECT
Reduce cognitive load
Theoretical foundation for situational management. Contingency theory emphasizes adjusting management strategies according to specific circumstances and opposes one-size-fits-all solutions. This requires managers to have situational judgment and flexibility.
Anchor fast decisions
It advocates that there is no universally best way to manage; effective approaches depend on situational variables (such as task structure and environmental uncertainty).
MINIMUM ACTION
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