Examining the impact of e-leadership on strategic innovation at work: a moderated-mediation model

Abstract This research investigates the relationship between e-leadership and strategic innovations in the workplace. It proposes a moderated mediation model that examines inter-team coordination's mediating role and knowledge integration capability's moderating role in this relationship. A sample of 241 working professionals from the United States participated in the study. The findings of this research establish a positive and significant relationship between e-leadership and strategic innovation. e-leadership positively influences the development and implementation of innovative strategies within organizations. Additionally, the study identifies inter-team coordination as a mediator, highlighting the importance of effective team coordination in translating e-leadership into strategic innovation. Furthermore, the research reveals knowledge integration capability as a moderator, indicating that the ability to effectively integrate knowledge across teams and departments enhances the impact of e-leadership on promoting strategic innovation. The study provides valuable insights for practitioners and organizations. Recognizing the significance of e-leadership can help foster an innovative culture and improve strategic decision-making processes. Understanding the mediating and moderating role of Inter-team coordination and knowledge integration capability, emphasizes the importance of knowledge-sharing mechanisms within organizations, highlighting the need for effective knowledge management strategies.