SIGNALING THEORY IN PRACTICE: BRIDGING INFORMATION GAPS FOR ORGANIZATIONAL SUCCESS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.29121/ShodhPrabandhan.v1.i1.2024.9Keywords:
Signaling Theory, Bridging Information Gaps, Social ResponsibilityAbstract
Effective dissemination of information is a crucial factor supporting organizational operations in the modern era, where information is a vital asset. This article discusses the importance of reporting financial and non-financial information in bridging information asymmetry to enhance corporate value. Signaling Theory serves as the main framework explored to understand the role of information in supporting funding, social responsibility, recruitment, and digital business management. Through a systematic literature review, this research formulates key questions to explore related journals, provide solutions to information asymmetry, and present examples of practical applications. This study offers insights into the practical implications of Signaling Theory in organizational decision-making while identifying research gaps and opportunities for further studies. The findings aim to serve as a reference for academics and practitioners in optimizing information transparency to create organizational value.
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