On the conceptualization and measurement of dynamic capabilities for sustainability: Building theory through a systematic literature review

Abstract

We performed a systematic literature review to explore and understand how the 23‐year long debate about dynamic capabilities has addressed sustainability issues. Based on this, we propose a unifying framework that distinguishes different facets of dynamic capabilities for sustainability (DCsS) based on the different types of performance they are more suitable to predict. The theoretical contribution is twofold. First, we add to the literature by highlighting the dependence of different forms of DCsS on different levels of the centrality of sustainability outcomes in corporate strategies. Second, we shed light on the operationalizations of DCsS by providing guidance on the adoption of pertinent constructs and measurement models. The review concludes with a discussion of the managerial implications of the proposed conceptual framework to help decision makers better understand, which strategic moves to make to achieve their intended sustainability goals.

The case of sales in the automotive industry during the COVID‐19 pandemic

“…It is essential to investigate this issue as adaptability is at the core of agile (Conboy, 2009; Holweg, 2005). It is pressing to examine this issue now as agility is arguably more important for businesses' survival than ever given the unprecedented pace and magnitude of change (Buzzao & Rizzi, 2020; Kaviani, Tavana, Kowsari, & Rezapour, 2020; Teece, 2020). The current external dynamic provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the concept of agile in the strategy context further.…”

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Capacidades dinâmicas para sustentabilidade na Amazônia: proposta de framework temporal

“…al, 2020;Salim et al, 2019). Em especial, trabalhos qualitativos e que avancem em como capacidades organizacionais contribuem de forma holística para a dimensão social da sustentabilidade (Buzzao & Rizzi, 2020).…”

“…Da mesma forma que a literatura sobre capacidades dinâmicas possui estudos em diferentes níveis de análise (visto como processos, hierarquias, funções organizacionais), a literatura sobre capacidades dinâmicas para sustentabilidade também possui níveis distintos. Os múltiplos pontos de vista reforçam a característica sistêmica do campo de estudo, mas também solidificam a necessidade de frameworks integrativos que sejam capazes de identificar capacidades organizacionais relevantes ou instrumentais para a sustentabilidade (Buzzao & Rizzi, 2020). Uma visita aos estudos empíricos gera uma miríade de possíveis capacidades, conforme Figura 17.…”

“…A integração estratégica deve ter especial atenção aos stakeholders como fornecedores, parceiros e comunidades locais, inclusive considerando aspectos do modelo de negócio . Logo, os níveis de integração em corporação e seus motivadores podem variar, impactando a presença de capacidades para sustentabilidade (Buzzao & Rizzi, 2020). Baumgartner ( 2009) aponta a existência de quatro estratégias básicas para sustentabilidade, conforme Figura 21.…”