Model Perspective
Jun 22, 2026 · Industry Insights
The Four Functions of Organizational Formalism: Why It’s a Rational Choice
The article explains how formalism in organizations serves four intertwined functions—exemption, signaling, power display, and concealment—making it a rational, self‑preserving choice that is hard to reform without changing underlying incentive structures.
formalismmanagement theoryorganizational behavior
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