ABSTRACT
Political behaviour is linked to power, influence and competition and is a natural process w ithin organizations. It is both an individual and organizational phenomena. Organizations are made up of individuals and groups of people with different values and interests. Resources are also limited which leads to competition. Even if everyone's interests are catered for, there is often a perception that some individuals, groups or organizational units have been treated more favourably than others. The basis for this is often politics and the personal interpretation of facts. It is inevitable in a competitive environment that people will personally interpret the facts to support their own, or their organizational unit's needs and objectives.
