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Remote application of repertory grids through Microsoft Live Meeting in an organizational context.

Magni, L.

Keywords:
Repertory grid, Idiogrid, Insider Management Action Science, Microsoft Live Meeting

Abstract:
Repertory grids are a flexible form of assessment that new web conferencing tools allow to administer at distance. This study refers to a specific experience in this direction conducted at Johnson & Johnson Medical Italy, where 12 managers have been exposed to the remote administration of repertory grids that were designed and managed through Idiogrid and administered via Microsoft Live Meeting. The experience was reported as highly positive by participants, both in terms of user-friendliness and with respect to the level of engagement and interest it generated. Ideas for further research and applications are presented at the end of the paper with some highlights and concerns on the application of this methodology in organizational contexts.