A Routine-Based Theory of Routine Replication

Organizational routines have been investigated by scholars from two opposite perspectives: the first is rooted in evolutionary economics of Nelson and Winter; second relies on reconceptualization proposed Feldman Pentland. The main reason that has kept perspectives separated concerns issue routine replication, which found space former while it remained shadows latter. Studies dealt with this offer many clues one or other form replication can take. What lacking a routine-based theory capable comparing their different forms. paper pursues goal stages. First, are reconceptualized as repetitive, recognizable patterns interdependent actions, connected external environment, guided specific knowledge involving multiple, interacting actors artifacts. Then, leads to discussion its This way conceiving developing an original unitary theoretical framework covering forms replication. lends intra-organizational greater replicability than inter-organizational presence template specialized planning process. In serial routinized form, potentially reach highest level replicability. same results be achieved underlies franchise systems. replication—spin-offs employee mobility—the replaced weaker repository consisting memory individuals who leave organization try replicate at another. disadvantage deriving lack contained when factors present facilitate work actors.