The Impact of Organisational Culture on Employees' Behaviour in Research and Development Organisation

Abstract

Purpose: The core of an organization is the collective behavior of its employees governed by the organizational culture and shaped by the values, vision, and mission of the organization. This study is intended to understand - "The Impact of Organisational Culture on Employees' Behaviour in a Research and Development Organisation. Methodology: This Empirical research study had primary data collected from 152 middle and lower-level employees of the organization through a purposive and simple random method using a closed-ended, properly designed, and self-administered survey questionnaire consisting of 50 questions on employees' demography, organization culture, and behaviors. The data collected was tabulated, and descriptive understanding was carried out. It was classified. Quantitative analysis was done using statistical software (SPSS) using simple and multiple linear regression techniques, ANOVA, and Karl Pearson's Coefficient Correlation to observe the relationship between organizational culture and employees' behavior. Findings: The study reveals that the Research and Development Organization has a mix of technocratic and bureaucratic culture. A progressive association occurs between organizational culture and employees' behavior which further impacts employees' job performance. Practical/Theoretical implications: This study will help the organization understand the causes of employee and organization performance problems, assess the effectiveness of motivational practices, address the correct negative employee behavior pattern, and create a healthy work environment for employees. Ingenuity/Importance: The study is the first-ever research that discovers the influence of organizational culture on employees' behavior in Research and Development Establishment, a government of India organization.