Abstract:
This conceptual article uses a selected interdisciplinary literature review
within the field of organisational studies, to determine whether the cooperative
organisational identity may inherently be more inclined towards
greater accountability than the competitive form. The co-operative
organisational identity may be seen as not relevant in a world of competitive
dominance. Yet the co-operative organisational identity may have merit as
a preferred organisational form beyond its defined place, largely in the social
economy. Additionally, it is possible that critical aspects of the co-operative
organisational identity, particularly its sociality, can be used as a basis
for enhancing existing competitive-type organisational forms, which operate
in both markets and public sectors. The interpretive framework for
examining perspectives on identity, within and without the organisation
include reflexive analytical lenses relating to formation, words-in-use,
economics, and, critical theory.
