The Mediating Role of Change Management in AI Initiative Implementation: Exploring Organizational Culture and Leadership Commitment in Saudi Arabia's Healthcare Sector
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Change Management, AI Implementation, Organizational CultureAbstract
This paper proposes a conceptual framework to explore the mediating role of change management in the relationship between organizational culture, leadership commitment, and the success of artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives in healthcare, focusing specifically on Saudi Arabia. As AI continues to revolutionize healthcare delivery, organizational culture and leadership commitment are critical drivers of effective implementation. Despite this, there is a notable gap in understanding how these elements interact and how structured change management processes can facilitate AI integration within healthcare institutions. This study addresses the unique challenges faced by Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector, including cultural resistance to change and leadership dynamics, presenting a framework that integrates these organizational factors with change management. By investigating the interplay between culture, leadership, and change management, this paper provides key insights for healthcare administrators, policymakers, and practitioners. It highlights the need to align cultural and leadership strategies with AI adoption goals and offers practical recommendations to guide successful AI implementation in healthcare.
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