There are many business practices that contribute to organizational success. Some of the most important ones include establishing clear goals and objectives, building trust and engagement through effective communication and strong leadership, and striving for continuous improvement through data-driven decision making and a client-focused mindset. Organizations that are committed to these practices are more likely to be successful.

Our post-pandemic world reaffirmed a reality of ever-challenging change as well as the need for an inventive mindset. The present moment provides us with a unique opportunity   for reimagining and reshaping existing organizational practices and advocating for new practices that innovatively disrupt our current landscape and redefine what success looks like in all kinds of organizations, in all sectors, and in all countries. As we continue to shift to new business realities, identifying and promoting cornerstone management principles is now more critical than ever. Adaptability to change while remaining true to an organization’s mission will be how current and future leaders are historically evaluated.

While adaptability is critical to future success, organizations must proceed with wisdom rather than an urgency to adopt popular, yet untested trends. This requires an evidence-based approach derived from careful research and critical analysis.

Whatever shape the future world of business takes, leadership and management as we know it will continue to change.  Stakeholder and market expectations and needs are uncertain, complex, and unfolding. Safeguarding core practices and values allows organizations to maintain a strong foothold while encouraging the exploration of new ways to thrive in that future uncertain world.

The Society for the Advancement of Management is pleased to offer in 2024 an opportunity to reflect on these themes at the 79th Annual Business Conference: Advancing Management: Powerful Practices Driving Organizational Success. We will focus on exploring these important concepts and how they apply to management practice, research, and education. Academicians, practitioners, and students are invited to share their insights. Join us as we collaborate and advance opportunities to reimagine the world of management.