Research seminar by Paavo Ritala from LUT University
Artificial intelligence has quickly become one of the hottest topics in management and organization studies. Yet much of the emerging literature is fragmented, metaphor-driven, and prone to anthropomorphism and assumptions of superior rationality. In this talk, Paavo Ritala uses his recent Journal of Management Studies article as a starting point to reflect on how management and organizational scholars can publish stronger, more impactful work on AI. He will discuss how to frame research questions, avoid conceptual traps, and contribute to theory development and empirical work in ways that resonate with leading journals. Drawing on examples from his other recent publications around AI topics, the talk provides practical insights into succeeding in the publication process while advancing the scholarly conversation on AI in organizations.
Paavo Ritala is a Professor of Strategy and Innovation at the Business School at LUT University, Finland. His main research themes include ecosystems and platforms, the role of data, algorithms, and digital technologies in organizations, and the circular and regenerative economy. His research has been published in outlets such as Journal of Management, Journal of Management Studies, Research Policy, and Academy of Management Perspectives. He is closely involved with business practice through research projects, executive and professional education programs, and in speaker and advisory roles. Prof. Ritala is the Co-Editor-in-Chief of R&D Management and serves on the editorial review boards of Journal of Product Innovation Management and Organization & Environment.
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