Concept and application of Learning Organization in Sudanese Construction Industry

Abstract

This research provide an overview of current literature in this field, highlighting the importance of development of a company as a learning organization, The main Characteristics of a learning organization and also describes the means, The rules and practical steps needed to transform a traditional organization into a learning organization. Data collected using a structured questionnaire administered on fifty selected construction industry organizations operating in Khartoum state. In the process, thirty-five completed questionnaires received at response rate of 70%, and used (SPSS) for analyzing and processing data. The results indicate that “Promote inquiry and dialogue” and “Establish systems to share and capture learning” ranked highest while “Connect the organization to its environment” was ranked less. Also at second part of questionnaire, the “Human Resources” and “Leadership” occupies first place while the “Structure” occupies the last rank in existence. The research seeks to provide some recommendations for developing all dimensions of Learning Organization to consolidate the concept and importance of the Learning Organization. In addition, to set a goal of transformation to a Learning Organization as a strategic goal and increasing trend toward decentralization and encourage cooperating and collective learning, develop the suggestion system and connect the organization with its external environment.