Flourishing organizational innovation through psychological capital and organizational culture: An empirical examination

Abstract

The present study intends to investigate the relative significance of psychological capital (Psycap) and organizational culture in predicting organizational innovation (OI). Using social cognitive and conservation of resources theories, the present research was undertaken with a sample of 527 managerial executives employed by diverse Indian firms. Self-reporting questionnaires were distributed to respondents using the method of purposive sampling. To evaluate the structured model, a dominance analysis and partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) were conducted. The analysis revealed that Psycap positively and significantly relates to OI. Moreover, the results suggest the relevance of organizational culture in fostering creativity within employees and thus facilitating OI accordingly. The result pinpoints that Psycap and organizational culture can enhance OI. Organizations can plan the necessary interventions that enhance Psycap and facilitate the creation of a healthy organizational culture, which can lead to OI. This study provides novel insights by revealing the overlooked roles of Psycap and organizational culture in managing OI.