The competitive imperative of learning.

Amy Edmondson

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The competitive imperative of learning.

August 20, 2008

Edmondson A. Harv Bus Rev. 2008;86(7-8):60-7, 160.

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This article draws on experience analyzing team behavior in hospitals to discuss how learning processes can help organizations execute tasks effectively and achieve higher quality.

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