Size-competitive strength matrix for classifying organisations

Juan Manuel Maqueira-Marin, Jose Moyano-Fuentes and Sebastian Bruque-Camara

International Journal of Management Concepts and Philosophy, 2009, vol. 3, issue 4, 397-417

Abstract: According to organisational ecology theory, the competition between organisations is a key process that can help to explain the vital rates of organisational populations. In turn, it is possible to observe the intensity of the competition through the size differences between the members of a population. This paper reviews the models that have analysed the influence of competition on survival under this approach, emphasising the important role played by organisational size. This allows us to identify the main interrelations between size and competition, and consequently propose a new matrix to classify and characterise organisations in four groups on the basis of these two variables. In order for this matrix to be useful to managers and consultants, this paper designs a methodology for positioning organisations within the matrix. This methodology can be used to guide strategic decisions for the future.

Keywords: organisational ecology; strategic tools; size-competitive strength matrix; competitive intensity; survival; vital rates; competition. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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