Editorial comments on papers in Volume 2 Issue 2 of BMTP

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Alternatives to bureaucracy based on worker participation and horizontal management: Why do they work?

Administration is an academic field that is showing signs of maturity, with a theoretical and practical mainstream that has been consolidated around Weberian bureaucracy, a management paradigm with numerous examples suggesting that it may be reaching its limits in terms of the new advances it can offer the discipline. On the other hand, the shift to a paradigm that transcends it (while retaining all its virtues) requires not only successful empirical counter-examples, but also a consistent alternative theoretical corpus that gives academics and especially practitioners the confidence to adopt it. In this sense, through “integrative” literature review-based research, the article intends to outline a scholarly narrative that provides concrete theoretical underpinnings to explain, in a systematic and concise manner, why management styles that depart significantly from bureaucratic orthodoxy are stable (i.e., do not diverge towards “chaos and anarchy”), while also proving effective and efficient. As a result of the analysis carried out, an intertwined combination of contributions about alternatives to the classical bureaucratic arrangement is obtained, sourced from studies of different time periods. Thence, based on four conceptual axes (self-actualization, objectives, capabilities and monitoring), the elaboration of a theoretically integrated explanation for the sustainable viability of participatory and horizontal management is achieved. This article’s contribution points towards the future possibility of consolidating novel approaches that virtuously supplant the current bureaucratic mainstream.

Beyond scarcity theater: Designing innovation systems around authentic constraints

Many organizations try to spark innovation by imposing artificial constraints like tight deadlines or hackathons, hoping to replicate the ingenuity born of necessity. Yet research shows these often fall short. This article contrasts “authentic scarcity”, conditions of irreversible consequences and existential urgency, with artificially imposed constraints. Only the former reliably activates the psychological, cultural, and systemic drivers of transformative innovation. Through case studies of Mumbai’s Dharavi slum and Silicon Valley’s frugal innovation labs, we show how real constraints foster resilience and radical problem-solving, while artificial ones yield superficial creativity. We present a strategic framework for leaders to engineer purpose-driven missions with real stakes, collaborate with necessity-driven ecosystems, and cultivate high-stakes leadership. The paper concludes with a theory of authentic scarcity, explaining how genuine constraints uniquely drive breakthrough innovation by triggering focus, cohesion, and urgency, offering crucial insights for innovation management in resource-rich settings.

Editorial comments on papers in Volume 2 Issue 2 of BMTP

Kai Wu

Article ID: 3874
Vol 2, Issue 2, 2025

DOI: https://doi.org/10.54517/bmtp3874

Received: 3 July 2025; Accepted: 3 July 2025; Available online: 4 July 2025; Issue release: 30 June 2025

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In an era of unprecedented volatility, rapid technological advancement, and heightened global awareness, the business landscape is in a state of perpetual flux. The traditional paradigms that once offered stability are now being rigorously tested and, in some cases, completely reimagined. Our journal aims to provide a platform for insightful and forward-looking research.

This issue brings together a diverse collection of articles that collectively illuminate the tensions and synergies shaping contemporary organizations. From the micro-level intricacies of communication to the macro-level imperatives of sustainability, our authors examine how organizations are adapting—or failing to adapt—to this new reality. This editorial weaves a narrative through these contributions, highlighting three core themes: the nuanced impact of the digital imperative, the strategic reevaluation of organizational structure and innovation, and the enduring centrality of communication, responsibility, and stakeholder trust.

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1. Jones P, Wynn M. Artificial intelligence in retailing: Strategic implications and key areas of concern. Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3180. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3180

2. Wang KH, Tai YH, Shia BC, Chen M. Exploring consumer purchasing behavior: Business insights for precision marketing. Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3216. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3216

3. Zhang X, Dong Z. The impact of enterprise digital transformation on management tone manipulation and its ‘double-edged sword’ effect. Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 2994. doi: 10.54517/bmtp2994

4. Estragó A. Alternatives to bureaucracy based on worker participation and horizontal management: Why do they work? Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3263. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3263

5. George B. Beyond scarcity theater: Designing innovation systems around authentic constraints. Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3678. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3678

6. Joshi A, Lakhwani RM, Rajamohanan D. The success of Domino’s strategy: ‘Buy 1, Get 1 Free’ (BOGO). Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3164. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3164

7. Mahdieh O, Trevethan R. Theoretical speculations versus empirical realities: Assessing the van Ruler model of communication. Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3353. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3353

8. A Jedidi, Hadriche M. Determinants of corporate social responsibility in Tunisian context. Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3210. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3210

9. Zhao Y, Yang Y. Sustainability target setting and incentive design: A literature review. Business and Management Theory and Practice. 2025; 2(2): 3134. doi: 10.54517/bmtp3134

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