Strategic Behaviours In Municipal Decision-Making: A Strategic Approach

Abstract

Purpose: The present study explores an effective strategy implementation in the municipality of Saudi Arabia. The study also recognizes the mediating effect of planning success in the study. Design/Methodology/ Approach: The researchers conducted the study using quantitative methods, which applied the survey questionnaire to get responses from management-level employees working in the municipality Eastern Province Region of Saudi Arabia. Finally, the analysis utilized 274 samples to conclude it. Findings: Using SEM through AMOS, the study's outcomes significantly affect strategic behaviours, resource allocation, institutional policies and planning success in an effective strategy implementation. Moreover, the planning success factor mediates the association between strategic behaviour, resource allocation and effective strategy implementation. On the other hand, planning success negatively mediates the association between institutional policies and effective strategy implementation. Research, practical and social implications: The study findings would support cultivating a culture of flexibility and prioritizing collaborative approaches for effective strategy implementation. The results also help efficiently allocate critical resources, prioritize strategic investments, and maintain flexibility in resource reallocation to align with evolving strategic goals. Finally, it guides the development of policies with practical strategies, encourages calculated risk-taking, and establishes robust monitoring mechanisms with transparent communication to ensure successful strategy implementation. Originality/ value: This study fills the gaps in the empirical assessment among Saudi municipalities.