2023
DOI: 10.1111/joms.13032
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Big Data, Proxies, Algorithmic Decision‐Making and the Future of Management Theory

Dirk Lindebaum,
Christine Moser,
Gazi Islam

Abstract: The future of theory in the age of big data and algorithms is a frequent topic in management research. However, with corporate ownership of big data and data processing capabilities designed for profit generation increasing rapidly, we witness a shift from scientific to ‘corporate empiricism’. Building on this debate, our ‘Point’ essay argues that theorizing in management research is at risk now. Unlike the ‘Counterpoint’ article, which portrays a bright future for management theory given available technologic… Show more

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