Strategic planning effectiveness and ambidextrous innovation in the RFEPCT

the mediating role of dynamic capabilities

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https://doi.org/10.47236/2594-7036.2026.v10.2156

Keywords:

Ambidextrous innovation, Dynamic capabilities, Strategic planning

Abstract

This article developed and tested a research model examining the mediating effect of dynamic capabilities on the association between strategic planning effectiveness and ambidextrous innovation in institutions of Brazil's Federal Network of Vocational, Scientific and Technological Education (RFEPCT). The study adopted a quantitative cross-sectional approach, with data collected via a questionnaire administered to 250 RFEPCT employees and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results supported all formulated hypotheses, indicating that strategic planning effectiveness positively influences dynamic capabilities and ambidextrous innovation, and that dynamic capabilities partially mediate this relationship. The study broadens the application of Dynamic Capabilities Theory to the public educational sector, demonstrating that strategic planning acts as a catalyst for adaptive routines in regulated contexts. As a practical contribution, it is recommended that strategic planning be conceived as a continuous process connected to internal transformation mechanisms, fostering more agile and innovative public institutions.

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Author Biographies

  • Alessandra Bezerra de Melo, Instituto Federal do Maranhão
    Doctoral Candidate in Accounting and Business Administration at FUCAPE Research and Education. Information Technology Analyst and Coordinator of Networks, Infrastructure, and IT Services at the Information Technology Management Directorate of the Rectory of the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Maranhão. São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. E-mail: alessandra.melo@ifma.edu.br. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-0409-3887. Lattes Curriculum: http://lattes.cnpq.br/2036737601476246.
  • Danilo Lima da Guia, Instituto Federal do Maranhão
    Doctoral Candidate in Accounting and Business Administration at FUCAPE Research and Education. Director of Administration and Electrical Engineer in the Department of Infrastructure of the Office of the Vice President for Administration at the Rectory of the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Maranhão. São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. E-mail: danilo.guia@ifma.edu.br. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-3662-7550. Lattes Curriculum: http://lattes.cnpq.br/6859408291073794.
  • Denilson Maciel Sousa, Instituto Federal do Maranhão
    Doctoral Candidate in Accounting and Business Administration at FUCAPE Research and Education. Administrative Assistant  at the Rectory of the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Maranhão. São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. E-mail:  denilson.sousa@ifma.edu.br.  Orcid: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2503-9855. Lattes Curriculum:  http://lattes.cnpq.br/7089096172495061.
  • Marcio Antonio do Rosário Miranda, Instituto Federal do Maranhão
    Doctoral Candidate in Accounting and Business Administration at FUCAPE Research and Education. Civil Engineer, Administration Department at the Rectory of the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Maranhão. São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. E-mail:  marcio.miranda@ifma.edu.br. Orcid: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1729-9876. Lattes Curriculum: http://lattes.cnpq.br/2030773798314295.
  • William Corrêa Mendes, Instituto Federal do Maranhão
    Doctoral Candidate in Accounting and Business Administration at FUCAPE Research and Education. Information Technology Analyst and Director of Information Technology Managementat the Rectory of the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Maranhão. São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. E-mail: william.mendes@ifma.edu.br. Orcid: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-8272-8549. Lattes Curriculum: http://lattes.cnpq.br/7726054867638395.

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Published

2026-08-03

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Strategic planning effectiveness and ambidextrous innovation in the RFEPCT: the mediating role of dynamic capabilities. Sítio Novo Magazine, v. 10, p. e2156, 3 Aug.2026.