If the manager does not understand these people (their behavior), then how can he manage them? Organization theories can help managers understand why an organization and its members behave the way they want. TO DO. Organization theories are the research and study aimed at understanding the behavior of organizations. They provide insight into how work should be done and how work is actually done in practice. It also helps explain why people behave the way they do, what determines their performance and their attitude towards work. Understanding the different theories can help the manager apply his knowledge to improve the effectiveness of an organization. Organizations are not completely random, they all have some sort of framework, whether explicit or not, and some frameworks handle situations better than others (Bolman & Accord, 2013). The study of organizational frameworks helps managers understand the structure and processes of organizations as well as how organizations interact with industries and societies. Then, coupled with the understanding of organizational behavior, that is, the impact of individuals, groups and structure on behavior within organizations. As cited by Gaither (2012), “managers need to understand organizational behavior to function productively in an organizational environment.” Managers must be well informed to make effective decisions. Bring meaning to the workplace and help create an environment for individuals to work together as a group to achieve their group goals.