Learning Organization on Technological Company in Beijing, China: Perspective of ABC Company Employees

Xiaolei Lei; Pongsiri Kamkankaew; Phithagorn  Thanitbenjasith

doi:10.60027/ijsasr.2023.2988

Authors

Xiaolei Lei Faculty of Business Administration, North-Chiang Mai University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6636-6134
Pongsiri Kamkankaew Faculty of Business Administration, North-Chiang Mai University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5885-4805
Phithagorn Thanitbenjasith Faculty of Business Administration, North-Chiang Mai University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8967-8285

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.60027/ijsasr.2023.2988

Keywords:

Learning organization; , Technological Company in Beijing; , ABC Company Employees

Abstract

Background and Aim: Learning organizations incorporate knowledge to improve workforce behavior and address societal, competitive, and economic challenges, adapting management styles and innovations to maintain competitive advantages. This research aims to investigate the level of the opinion of employees on the learning organization of ABC Company in Beijing, China, and to study the guidelines to improve the learning organization of ABC Company in Beijing, China.

Materials and Methods: This research is a quantitative research method. The ABC Company is a technological company which was located in the company in Beijing, China. The number 323 employees of CCIC Company are identified as the sample size for this study. The questionnaire was used as the research tool. The statistical parameters, such as the mean and standard deviation, were utilized to analyze the data and determine the presented information.

Results: Beijing employees highly value ABC Company's learning organization, promoting self-determination, innovation, cooperation, and risk-taking. Key factors include team learning, open-minded thinking, commitment, system thinking, and vision sharing. Continuous learning is crucial for organizational success.

Conclusion: Beijing employees value ABC Company's learning organization, promoting self-determination, innovation, cooperation, and risk-taking for organizational success. A learning organization should develop employees with a common vision, foster creativity, and collaborate, ensuring knowledge exchange and self-tests. Innovation capability is essential in using new technologies, supporting personnel, and promoting business exchange.

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