Mapping the field of performance management in accounting: A bibliometric and thematic review using VOSviewer

Research Question:How has research on performance management within the field of accounting evolved, and what are the main conceptual and thematic areas that characterize the existing literature?Motivation: Research on performance management within accounting has expanded considerably over time, reflecting the growing integration of accounting practices with strategic management, sustainability, and technology.However, the conceptual and thematic structure of this body of literature remains fragmented, highlighting the need for a systematic mapping of the field.Idea: This paper aims to map the conceptual and thematic landscape of research on performance management within the field of accounting.