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Volume 7, Special Issue 5 (2026)

Published: September 30, 2026

Pages: 255-265

Research Article

The Role of Organizational Identity in Enhancing Strategic Cohesion: An Applied Study at Al-Furat General Company for Chemical Industries

Mohammed H. Radhi 1 Noor Al-Huda A. Al-Saadi 1
1Department Business Administration, College Management and Economics, University of Warith al-Anbiyaa, Karbala, Iraq
History
  • Received: July 26, 2026
  • Accepted: August 28, 2026
  • Available Online: September 30, 2026
DOI

https://doi.org/10.56967/ejfb2026966

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the role of organizational identity in enhancing strategic cohesion at Al-Furat General Company for Chemical Industries by assessing the level of organizational identity and its dimensions, as well as investigating the nature of the relationship and impact between organizational identity and strategic cohesion. The study adopted a descriptive-analytical approach and employed a structured questionnaire as the primary data collection instrument. Data were collected from a sample of 239 employees and analyzed using SPSS Version 26. The statistical techniques included descriptive statistics, Pearson's correlation coefficient, and simple linear regression analysis. The findings revealed a high level of organizational identity, with a mean score of 3.94, while the level of strategic cohesion was found to be satisfactory, with a mean score of 3.76. The results further indicated a positive and statistically significant correlation between organizational identity and strategic cohesion (r = 0.671, p < 0.01). Moreover, organizational identity exerted a positive and significant effect on strategic cohesion, explaining 45.1% of the variance in the dependent variable. Among the dimensions of organizational identity, continuity demonstrated the strongest effect, followed by distinctiveness and centrality. The study concluded that strengthening organizational identity constitutes an effective strategic approach to enhancing strategic cohesion and achieving greater alignment between organizational vision, strategic objectives, and managerial practices. Accordingly, the study recommends reinforcing organizational identity values, sustaining organizational continuity, improving internal communication systems, and promoting employees' participation in the implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance organizational performance.

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