Exploring the Concept of Cultural Fit and its Impact on Positive Organizational Outcomes

Abstract

Purpose The concept of cultural fit, also known as "person-organization fit", has gained significant attention within the organizational culture literature. This study aims to establish the foundations of cultural fit and its influence on positive outcomes at the organizational level. By employing bibliometrics and network mapping analysis techniques, this research sheds light on the interplay between cultural fit and positive organizational outcomes. Further research is necessary to explore the contextual factors and mechanisms that influence the relationship between cultural fit and performance. Design/methodology/approach This paper makes use of bibliometrics and cutting-edge network mapping analysis techniques. Findings This paper sheds light upon the interplays between cultural fit and a set of positive organizational outcomes while providing a systematic review, which facilitates the task for new researchers interested in delving into this field. Limitations and Implications The available literature on "cultural fit" is considerable but fairly limited as it focuses mainly on individual and operational performance, leaving out such important aspects as financial performance and strategic outcomes. Additionally, the limitations could encompass the quality and quantity of articles available for analysis, as well as the fact that the obtained results solely assess publications indexed in the selected databases, potentially lacking a comprehensive comprehension of the research subject.As an implication, the study suggests that a positive relationship exists between cultural fit and performance. Cultural fit can be explored from different perspectives and applied in various situations. Further research is needed to understand the mechanisms and contextual factors that influence the relationship between cultural fit and performance. Originality The scientific literature lacks until the moment of a rigorous systematic review with which to ascertain whether this paradigmatic concept contributes to or leads firms to attain superior performance.