Towards a methodology for identifying path dependence in the evolution of human resources practices

M. Rosario Perello-Marin

doi:10.4995/wpom.v1i1.796

Authors

M. Rosario Perello-Marin Universitat Politècnica de València

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4995/wpom.v1i1.796

Keywords:

path dependence, human resources management, evolution of organization, collaborative teams

Abstract

The path dependence approach seems to be well suited for analyzing certain decisions in human resources management. Within this paper, we will try to establish a framework for the application of an evolution model in human resources practices by using cladistics.

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Author Biography

M. Rosario Perello-Marin, Universitat Politècnica de València

DOE - Departamento de Organización de Empresas

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