- Patent Application: 18/807,141
- Contractor: Topsarge Business Solutions (TBS)
- Program Focus: Advancing Organizational Development through Collaborative and Evidence-Based Personnel Strategies
OBJECTIVE
The patent-pending application by members of the Topsarge Business Solutions Research Department outlines a method for enhancing organizational development by integrating community science principles and participatory action research into personnel development practices.
CONTEXT
Organizations often face challenges in effectively developing their personnel due to a disconnect between research findings and practical application. This case study explores how the TBS invented blended approach can address these challenges.
METHODOLOGY
- Community Science Team: A collaborative team of elite experts and community members is formed to develop research products, including research questions and data collection instruments, ensuring relevance and applicability to the target population.
- Data Collection: The study employs both qualitative and quantitative methods, including interviews, focus groups, surveys, and statistical analysis, to gather comprehensive data on the target population’s experiences and challenges.
FINDINGS
- Tailored Solutions: Data analysis may reveal specific challenges faced by different levels of supervisors (e.g., mid-level supervisors lacking leadership training) and inform the development of targeted programs to address these issues.
- Engagement: The involvement of operational unit champions and advocates enhances participation and data reliability, fostering a sense of ownership among the target population.
- Implementation: Organizations should consider adopting this patent-pending community science approach to enhance their personnel development strategies, ensuring that research is not only about the target population but also for them.
CONCLUSION
Through innovative methodologies, strategic collaboration, and unwavering dedication, TBS achieved project success while navigating significant challenges. The outcomes not only advanced ARI’s objectives but also reinforced TBS’s reputation as a trusted leader in organizational research and development.
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