The Types and Styles of Managerial Information Scanning

Information scanning refers to any verbal, nonverbal or written request for information. Engaging in information scanning is essential to effective participation in organizational decision-making and problem-solving activities. This qualitative investigation of information-scanning behavior in organ...

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Published in:Management communication quarterly 1989-02, Vol.2 (3), p.387-398
Main Authors: Martin, Vicky Gordon, Martin, Donald R.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Information scanning refers to any verbal, nonverbal or written request for information. Engaging in information scanning is essential to effective participation in organizational decision-making and problem-solving activities. This qualitative investigation of information-scanning behavior in organizations identifies the types of executive information scanning and distinguishes individual verbal and nonverbal scanning styles.
ISSN:0893-3189
1552-6798
DOI:10.1177/0893318989002003005