Identifying and prioritizing Elements of organizational democracy in the public section using Fuzzy Delphi and network analysis process (ANP)

Adopting elements of organizational democracy improves employeeschr('39') working competencies and can create value for the stakeholders of the organization. This research is aimed at identifying and prioritizing the elements of organizational democracy in the public section in order to implement democracy in the organization. An applied research in its goal, this paper uses group survey methodology. 9 elements of organizational democracy were identified based on performing an extended review of literature. The statistical population of this study was 10 experts of Kharazmi University who were selected by available methods. Utilizing five -level Likert scale we gathered their opinions to determine the importance of these elements. Initially, the elements of organizational democracy were identified as the most important element using the Fuzzy Delphi. The elements of organizational democracy were prioritized according to ANP model. Commitment and Partnership, Decentralization in decision-making, and transparency were identified as the most important Elements of Organizational Democracy.