Study goals
To evaluate, at the individual level, the intensity of social capital, absorptive capacity, and ambidexterity, as well as the theoretical and empirical relationships between these constructs, to improve the service of traffic agents in terms of interpretation of traffic regulations.
Relevance / originality
This study's relevance and originality lie in its integrated analysis of absorptive capacity, social capital, and individual ambidexterity. This innovative approach aims to improve the interpretation of regulations, promoting greater efficiency and quality in services.
Methodology / approach
A structured and closed questionnaire was applied to a sample of 136 respondents involving traffic agents using a quantitative approach. Three scales with six points were used to measure ACAP, social capital, and individual ambidexterity.
Main results
The results highlighted that ACAP has a more intense effect on ambidexterity and individual social capital compared to the effect of social capital on ambidexterity. These findings have relevant implications in the context of interpreting traffic regulations.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
It contributes to advancing knowledge about the role of ACAP, social capital, and individual ambidexterity, broadening the understanding of these concepts and their applications, promoting the dissemination of knowledge, and training new qualified professionals in developing new methods.
Social / management contributions
The training of these professionals, aiming at developing their ACAP, can be an effective strategy to promote individual ambidexterity and, consequently, improve the quality of services provided to society.