A CONTRIBUTION TO THE THEORETICAL STRUCTURE FOR COGNITIVE DYNAMIC CAPABILITY

ABSTRACT Purpose: The study seeks to contribute to the theoretical structure of cognitive dynamic capability. Originality/value: The study provides a review of the sources and characteristics of cognitive management capabilities, points out their specific dimensions of analysis, and explores the research possibilities associated with approaches such as strategic changes and the performance of the firm. Design/methodology/approach: This work uses the concept of mental models, understood as simplified knowledge structures or cognitive representations about the functioning of the business environment to expose the logical chain of theoretical reflections and formulation of propositions. Findings: The main contributions of this study are: 1. the reformulation of the concept of cognitive dynamic capability; 2. the inclusion of the concepts of controlled and automatic mental processing in the proposed model; 3. the inclusion of the variables experience, time, team confidence and complexity; and 4. the formulation of five propositions to support future research. We suggest an opportunity for research on the relationship between cognitive management capabilities and organizational dynamic capabilities, and their joint contribution to strategic changes in business models and firm performance.