... considering the relative advantages and disadvantages of both traditions. Based on the complementarity of these two traditions, the paper finally proposes a framework that integrates both oriental and occidental wisdom by HeXie Management Theory to better respond to management challenges. Findings...

...Xuanwei Cao; Xiaojun Zhang; Youmin Xi Purpose This paper is a follow‐up to the authors' first introductive article on the emerging He‐Xie management theory (HXMT), aiming to help readers better understand the concept of He‐Xie as well as the value of HXMT through several selected cases...

...Youmin Xi; Xuanwei Cao; Liuxu Xiangli Purpose The purpose of this paper is to introduce the indigenous He‐Xie management theory (HXMT) through the lens of a holistic perspective from Chinese philosophical wisdom. Design/methodology/approach The paper revisited the challenges faced...