Evidence-Based Management Module 1 Principles of evidence-based management
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Nov 12, 2021 
In this enlightening discussion, Eric Barends, Managing Director at the Center for Evidence-Based Management, emphasizes the importance of utilizing multiple reliable evidence sources in decision-making. Rob Briner, a Professor of Organizational Psychology, delves into the pitfalls of biases and the allure of management fads that often misguide organizations. They tackle how structured approaches can be daunting for leaders and urge a shift towards critically appraising claims from both practitioners and academics. Ultimately, they advocate for an evidence-based strategy to enhance decision quality.
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Decisions Mix Evidence With Politics
- Organisations use evidence partially alongside politics, biases, and justification after the fact.
- Rob Briner notes we lack detailed evidence about everyday organisational decision processes.
Accountability Drives Evidence Use
- People check effectiveness when external accountability or clear measurable outcomes exist.
- Rob Briner says ambiguous strategic decisions rarely get rigorous evaluation.
Critically Appraise New Management Fads
- Treat new management fads and consultant claims skeptically and appraise their basis.
- Eric Barends advises checking whether claims rest on solid research or commercial spin.
