Perceived Organizational Innovativeness and Work Engagement among Professionals in Select IT Organizations in India

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to assess the relationship and impact of perceived organizational innovativeness (POI) on work engagement (WE). Data from a cross-sectional study of 239 professionals serving in the ten largest IT companies in India were analysed. The participants completed the PORGI and UWES. The PORGI scale measures the perceived organizational innovativeness and UWES measures the work engagement among employees. Regression analysis showed that POI was positively associated with WE; and had a significant impact on WE. As mentioned earlier, this study is cross-sectional in nature. Further research with longitudinal and experimental studies needs to be carried out to support the results. Top management must create an innovative culture by positively reinforcing innovative work behaviour among employees through rewards, prizes, bonuses, special packages, promotions and incentives. Workplaces must be equipped with computers, software and internet in order to facilitate innovative work behaviour and training must be provided as and when need arises.