Future of Work and Digital Management Journal 3092-720X In Press 2027 03 01 Explaining the Process Model of Downsizing State-Owned Enterprises in Iran: A Case Study of the Sistan and Baluchestan Regional Electric Company Explaining the Process Model of Downsizing State-Owned Enterprises in Iran: A Case Study of the Sistan and Baluchestan Regional Electric Company 1 16 EN Journal Article 2026 05 11 <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p>Public-sector downsizing is becoming one of the key components of economic reform in developing countries. Accordingly, the present study aimed to develop a process model for downsizing state-owned enterprises in Iran, with a focus on Iran’s regional electric company. The study adopted a qualitative approach based on thematic analysis. Data were collected through library research and semi-structured in-depth interviews with experts. The study population consisted of academic experts and managers of state-owned enterprises who had research or practical experience in the field of downsizing state-owned enterprises. Participants were selected using purposive sampling and theoretical saturation. Accordingly, theoretical saturation was achieved after a total of 17 interviews. The data were analyzed using the coding approach proposed by King and Horrocks through a three-stage process comprising descriptive, interpretive, and selective coding. Based on the findings, a total of 24 interpretive codes were categorized under six main dimensions: (1) internal company-related factors; (2) participant-related factors; (3) extent of downsizing; (4) contractual conditions and characteristics; (5) operational downsizing strategies; and (5) consequences of downsizing. These dimensions were subsequently presented within the proposed research model.</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> https://www.journalfwdmj.com/index.php/fwdmj/article/download/328/346