The Effect of Organizational Factors on Strategic Unlearning through the mediating role of Knowledge Sharing in Iran's State-Owned Banks

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1 Ph.D student, Department of Public Administration, Rafsanjan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rafsanjan, Iran

2 Associate Professor, Department of Public Administration, Rafsanjan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rafsanjan, Iran

3 Assistant Professor, Department of Public Administration, Rafsanjan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rafsanjan, Iran

Abstract

This study explores the impact of organizational factors on strategic unlearning through the mediating role of knowledge sharing in Iran's state-owned banks. The aim is to develop human resource capabilities based on organizational learning and strategic unlearning patterns to effectively attain the objectives of Iran's state banks. The research population includes 412 managers and deputies of Iran's state-owned banks, and the sample size is 199 participants. A researcher-made questionnaire was applied to collect data, and SmartPLS3 software was used for statistical analysis. The results indicate that organizational factors positively impact strategic unlearning through the mediating role of knowledge sharing. Strategic unlearning leads to greater motivation for talent development in creative environments, causing constructive changes that improve individual and organizational performance, leading to innovation and creativity. The study highlights the importance of strategic unlearning in Iran's state-owned banks and its positive impact on progress toward a better future.

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