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Kondoh, Shinsuke, Kei Kurakawa, Satoru Kato, Yasushi Umeda, and Shozo Takata. "Analysis of Key Success Factors for Eco-Business Through Case Studies in Japan." International Journal of Automation Technology 6, no. 3 (May 5, 2012): 252–63. http://dx.doi.org/10.20965/ijat.2012.p0252.
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In order to solve environmental problems, a transition from conventional business to environmentally conscious business (eco-business) is urgently needed. Support for finding eco-business ideas will help to promote this transition. As a step in this direction, this paper takes an approach that provides a business designer with general rules and prerequisites extracted from existing eco-businesses. This paper collects 130 examples of eco-businesses in Japan and then investigates and classifies them to develop general guidelines and checklists for success. As a result, four kinds of customer value provided by eco-businesses, eight rules that couple the the reduction of environmental load of society with the four customer values, and eight rules for cutting business costs are derived. A tool for planning a new eco-businesses is also proposed.
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Opstad, Leiv. "Success in business studies and mathematical background: the case of Norway." Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education 10, no. 3 (July 2, 2018): 399–408. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/jarhe-11-2017-0136.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to determine whether the type of mathematics skills developed at secondary school an effect on students’ later success in business studies. At many business schools in Norway, more students are applying than there are places available. The ranking of applications depends on the grade point average (GPA) level, irrespective of the level or type of mathematics studied at secondary school, where the students are free to choose practically orientated or theoretical mathematics. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative analysis (regression model) was applied using data for undergraduate students enrolled in business studies over a three–year period (2012–2014). Findings Students with a non-theoretical background in mathematics obtain systematically lower grades on many courses, especially in core business school subjects. Ranking applicants to business studies courses based on their GPA scores irrespective of their level of mathematics may lead to the admission of less able students. Research limitations/implications There is little information available concerning why students choose different paths in mathematics at upper secondary school, but the decision students make has an influence on their grades in business courses. Originality/value By requiring more knowledge of theoretical mathematics, students’ performance at business school will improve. Changing the admission criteria could improve the quality of graduates and reduce the dropout rate.
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Altemeyer, Boris. "Making the business case for AI in HR: two case studies." Strategic HR Review 18, no. 2 (April 8, 2019): 66–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/shr-12-2018-0101.
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Purpose This paper aims to analyse two large-scale business case studies for the benefits of using AI, computer science and machine learning to assess, recruit and retain staff. Design/methodology/approach The authors interrogate two large-scale case studies, including metrics on the success of AI in relation to user experience, compatibility, psychometric benchmarking. Findings The authors conclude that AI removes bias from assessment, recruitment and training processes and can save businesses significant time and resources as well as improve the cultural fit and diversity of their recruits. There is a balance to be struck, though, as the systems used are only as good as the science supporting the selection – and humans must ultimately retain the role of decision makers. Originality/value These business case studies are examined in detail for the first time in this paper.
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Sedlmeier, Regina, Meike Rombach, and Vera Bitsch. "Making Food Rescue Your Business: Case Studies in Germany." Sustainability 11, no. 18 (September 18, 2019): 5101. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su11185101.
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Initiatives of the European Union in the context of food waste running governmental and nonprofit campaigns strive to reach waste reduction goals. The study investigated entrepreneurial business models in the arena of food waste in Germany with a multiple case study research approach. Business entrepreneurs seek to reduce waste through its monetarization. After the initial identification of close to all current entrepreneurial businesses, ten entrepreneurs in retail, processing, and food service were interviewed to determine barriers and challenges to the models’ success and analyze their motivation to start these businesses. The most important barriers constituted logistical problems regarding supply as well as marketing; and the need for close collaboration with suppliers constituted another important challenge. Their motivations combine sustainability-oriented goals with a profit goal. To scale up, an increase in collaboration and data exchange is needed across the supply chain.
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McHann, James C., and Laura A. Frost. "Integrating Experiential Learning Into Business Courses: Using Learning Journals To Create Living Case Studies." American Journal of Business Education (AJBE) 3, no. 8 (August 1, 2010): 1–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.19030/ajbe.v3i8.464.
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Research demonstrates that the capacity to implement strategy and to execute plans drives business success (Hrebiniak, 2007) and that businesses’ inability to succeed by executing effectively arises from the ubiquitous incapacity of business professionals to overcome the gap between what they know and what they are actually able to do, whether personally or professionally (Pfeffer & Sutton, 2000). Research and experience also demonstrates that the capacity to execute is not primarily about operational or tactical skills. Rather, it is more a “discipline to learn” (Bossidy, Charan & Burck, 2002; i.e., the capacity to execute is primarily a discipline of continuously learning to acquire, to interpret, and especially to apply information (Garvin, 2000) in a never-ending spiral of improvement. Business professionals must possess this capacity in order to succeed over the long-term. The purpose of business education is to prepare professionals for successful performance in businesses. However, unlike the preparation of medical doctors and many other professionals, the education in most business schools remains more theoretical than experiential in the andragogy employed. Even the typical case study, like many instructional techniques used in business schools, is still relatively “theoretical” in that it is not a business experience in which the student is personally involved. This paper introduces an instructional method, the journal entry assignment, to help address the challenge of creating a more experiential education and preparation for business. This assignment enables students to “learn by doing” and, in effect, it creates a “living case study” experience for students.
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Teixeira, Ana, Tiago Oliveira, and João Varajão. "Evaluation of Business Intelligence Projects Success – a Case Study." Business Systems Research Journal 10, no. 1 (April 1, 2019): 1–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/bsrj-2019-0001.
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Abstract Background: Many studies found in literature only focus on specific aspects of the evaluation of the success of projects, such as the criteria for evaluation; and just a few are focused on the activities for evaluating success. Objectives: The goal of the paper is to present the process for evaluating the success of Business Intelligence (BI) projects in a large company. Methods/Approach: An exploratory case study was carried out at Tintas Robbialac, SA, a Portuguese company of the paint industry. Results: The specific company approach for evaluating the success of BI projects is presented and discussed. Conclusions: The process for evaluating the success of BI, as well as the evaluation criteria, should be formally defined; and the success should be evaluated and monitored along all the project lifecycle.
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Bosilj Vuksic, Vesna, Ljiljana Brkic, and Katarina Tomicic-Pupek. "Understanding the Success Factors in Adopting Business Process Management Software: Case Studies." Interdisciplinary Description of Complex Systems 16, no. 2 (2018): 194–215. http://dx.doi.org/10.7906/indecs.16.2.1.
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O'Donnell, Jonathan, Margaret Jackson, Marita Shelly, and Julian Ligertwood. "Australian Case Studies in Mobile Commerce." Journal of Theoretical and Applied Electronic Commerce Research 2, no. 2 (August 1, 2007): 1–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/jtaer2020010.
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Sixteen wireless case studies highlight issues relating to mobile commerce in Australia. The issues include: the need for a clear business case; difficulty of achieving critical mass and acceptance of a new service; training and technical issues, as well as staff acceptance issues; that privacy and security issues arise through the potential to track the location of people and through the amounts of personal data collected; difficulties in integrating with existing back-end systems; projects being affected by changes to legislation, or requiring changes to the law; and that while there is potential for mobile phone operators to develop new billing methods that become new models for issuing credit, they are not covered by existing credit laws. We have placed the case studies in a Fit-Viability framework and analyzed the issues according to key success criteria. While many organizations are keen to use the technology, they are struggling to find a compelling business case for adoption and that without a strong business case projects are unlikely to progress past the pilot stage.
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Furjan, Martina Tomičić, Katarina Tomičić-Pupek, and Igor Pihir. "Understanding Digital Transformation Initiatives: Case Studies Analysis." Business Systems Research Journal 11, no. 1 (March 1, 2020): 125–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/bsrj-2020-0009.
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AbstractBackground: Complexity of the digital transformation (Digital Transformation) paradigm and its relation to the fourth technological revolution face companies with serious challenges when it comes to keeping up with the competition or becoming a leader in operating industries.Objectives: The goal of our research is to systematize, analyse and evaluate technological and business concepts of Digital Transformation, in order to identify and investigate Digital Transformation initiatives in Croatia.Methods/Approach: To accomplish this goal, we used a multiple-case study approach to gather data from experts who participated in successful Digital Transformation initiatives.Results: Questionnaires were developed and used to gather both, qualitative background and technology-business related data relevant for Digital Transformation initiatives’ success, discussed in the last part of the paper. The limitation of this study is a relatively small number of case studies (6), as well as its local coverage, resulting therefore with conclusions, which will serve as a base for future studies.Conclusions: There are several background, business, and technology-related concepts or factors relevant to Digital Transformation initiatives: profile and involvement of external Digital Transformation experts; the transformation drivers and expectations. In achieving most significant business concepts for business transformation, no single one right combination of technological concepts could be explicitly determined.
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Zainuddin, Zairul Nurshazana, Suzana Sulaiman, Nurul Ezhawati Abdul Latif, and Mahfuzah Ahmad. "Human Capital: Key driver towards business success." Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal 5, SI2 (June 7, 2020): 3–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5isi2.2332.
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A company is a reflection of its people; human capital in recent years is believed to be a key business success factor. Limited researches in Malaysia on valuing human capital and its contribution motivate the study to be conducted. The case study method is used, with two Malaysian companies awarded as the Best Employers in recent years. The study proved that by having committed people in the companies and by responding to employee needs, it is a sign that companies are concerned with their personal and career life. Indirectly instill motivation among employees to drive towards business success together. Keywords: Human Capital; Business Success; Case study; Malaysia. eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5iSI2.2332
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Van Looy, Amy, and Jan Devos. "A roadmap for (un)successful BPM: positivist case studies." Business Process Management Journal 25, no. 5 (September 2, 2019): 1164–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/bpmj-04-2017-0083.
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PurposeWhile much research exists on methods and tools to support business processes, little research exists on the interrelationship with cultural and structural aspects. The purpose of this paper is to explore the chronological sequence in which culture and structure are important, as evidenced in 13 non-profit organisations that are changing towards a process-oriented way of working.Design/methodology/approachThe authors use a positivist case study methodology with pattern-matching to falsify or confirm three theoretical perspectives that claim to explain the phenomena of organisational structure and culture, and their impact on business processes. The competing perspectives are: process lifecycle theories, organisational design theories and cultural and motivational theories.FindingsThe case studies cover six scenarios based on a recurrent sequence of changes and perceived outcome. The (theoretical and empirical) relationships between business processes, a process-oriented culture and a process-oriented structure are then combined in a process capability success model.Research limitations/implicationsAlthough limited to the non-profit sector, the findings agree that the process lifecycle is insufficient. Cultural and motivational theories prevail over organisational design theories to explain and predict process success.Practical implicationsFrom the process capability success model, a roadmap for (un)successful business process management (BPM) is derived with best practices and advice on the sequence of process improvements.Originality/valueWhile the relevance of culture and structure has been touched in research before, the aspect of chronological sequence and pattern-matching sheds new light on the topic. The case studies performed also help to evidence how important it is to believe in process-oriented developments for organisations that want to apply BPM.
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Hashim, Nor Azzyati, Mardziah Hashim, and Rogayah Abdul Majid. "An evaluation of business-to-business electronic commerce marketplaces (e-marketplaces) in Malaysia." Social and Management Research Journal 4, no. 2 (December 3, 2007): 101. http://dx.doi.org/10.24191/smrj.v4i2.5138.
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The development of business-to-business electronic commerce marketplaces (B2B e-marketplaces) has influenced the way businesses are conducted. The emergence of many types of e-marketplaces together with the increase use of e-marketplaces allows many organizations to become e-market makers in the electronic commerce environment. Nonetheless, too many B2B e-marketplaces could become a challenge with e-marketplaces have shown numerous successes and failures since early existence. With this background, this pap er discusses the characteristics and success factors of B2B e-marketplaces offered in Malaysia. A content analysis ofe-marketplace websites using the integrated model from the Extended Model of Internet Commerce Adoption (eMICA) and the Internet-Based B2B Stages of Growth enabled an examination of type, ownership, B2B features and B2B stages of growth. A few e-marketplaces were then selected as case studies to identify the success factors based on the Framework of the Critical Success Factors Analysis fo r E-Marketplaces. Overall, Malaysia B2B public e-marketplaces have shown positive growth development stages across time with high adoption of e-commerce website features. In addition,factors of strategic, functional, technology, build liquidity, create value and others were also essential for t e success of the e-marketplaces. Indeed, good marketing strategies, multiple income streams, value added information services and government initiatives are among keys to success.
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Pandey, Satyendra C., Andrew Dutta, and Amar KJR Nayak. "Organizational capabilities and knowledge management success: a quartet of case studies." Kybernetes 47, no. 1 (January 8, 2018): 222–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/k-01-2017-0041.
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Purpose The aim of this paper is to understand the role of organizational capabilities in knowledge management (KM) success pattern and how KM initiatives can be designed for organizational success. Design/methodology/approach The authors adopted a qualitative, descriptive case study research design to study the complex contextual issue of organizational capabilities and its role in KM success of information technology companies. Findings Findings of the study indicate that success of KM is not only bound by its processes but also by key infrastructure which can either promote or inhibit KM. To realize KM success, infrastructure capabilities have to be supported by knowledge process capabilities and vice versa. Research limitations/implications Future research can continue to examine organizational capabilities from the perspective of teams or business units in contrast to the organization. Originality/value This paper adds valuable empirical insights from Indian standpoint to the existing KM literature concerning preconditions of success and failure of KM initiatives in companies.
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Mitki, Yoram, and Ram Herstein. "From crisis to success: three case studies in organizational learning." Learning Organization 18, no. 6 (September 20, 2011): 454–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09696471111171303.
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PurposeRadical changes and increasing competition in the global economy and markets lead enterprises to change their business policy and activities. This process demands the creation of effective organizational learning mechanisms. This paper seeks to illustrate how three service organizations designed and utilized organizational learning mechanisms to introduce a successful, new corporate brand.Design/methodology/approachThe research methodology was based on interviews and hard data collection. These techniques were found most appropriate for learning and understanding in‐depth organizational transformation processes.FindingsTwo main research findings can be noted. The first is that there are various mechanisms of learning organizations that can improve organizational performance and reputation. The second is that any organizational learning mechanism should be based on the on‐going active involvement of internal stakeholders (employees) both as individuals and as teams.Originality/valueThis paper provides a unique understanding of three dimensions of organizational learning (cognitive, structural and procedural) and their impact on designing a new corporate brand strategy. The research, conducted in three different service organizations, gives new significance to the notion of collaboration
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Carmona-Márquez, Francisco J., Antonio G. Leal-Millán, Adolfo E. Vázquez-Sánchez, Antonio L. Leal-Rodríguez, and Stephen Eldridge. "TQM and business success." International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management 33, no. 3 (March 7, 2016): 361–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijqrm-04-2014-0050.
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Purpose – Prior studies by Salaheldin (2009) and Talib et al. (2011) have assessed the relationships between TQM critical success factors (CSF) and business results. The purpose of this paper is to build upon this research by considering the relationships between these CSFs and their sequencing during the implementation of TQM. Furthermore, the influence exerted by the maturity of TQM implementation on the link between instrumental drivers and performance is explored. Design/methodology/approach – The TQM drivers are clustered by means of three constructs: strategic enablers, tactical drivers and instrumental drivers and a model employed in which the strategic and tactical factors are treated as antecedents of the instrumental drivers. The direct effect of each cluster on business results and the indirect relationship of strategic and tactical factors via the mediating role of the instrumental drivers are assessed. These assessments use the partial least squares (PLS) approach which is a variance-based structural equation modeling technique using a sample of 113 Spanish organizations with experience of implementing a TQM program. Findings – The findings confirm the existing relationships among the CSFs and business performance identified by studies Salaheldin (2009) and Talib et al. (2011). However, the results reveal that instrumental drivers possess the highest variance explanation power over business performance outcomes and it is possible to identify a CSF implementation sequence that generates the greatest impact on business performance. Furthermore, the study was inconclusive with regard to the influence exerted by the number of years of TQM implementation on the link between the instrumental drivers and performance. Research limitations/implications – The first is related to organizational bias. It seems likely that those firms which are not satisfied with their TQM system performance would be less likely to be motivated to contribute to the development of this study. Therefore, the authors have included in the sample a higher proportion of “good” systems than is the case in the population at large. Second, although the authors provide evidence of causality, causality itself has not been proven. Third, this research relies mainly on perceptions and the authors only used a single method to elicit these perceptions. Finally, this research was carried out in a specific geographical setting (Spanish companies) and the authors must be cautious about generalizing these results in other contexts. Practical implications – This study offers a substantial number of practical implications. First firms’ managers should emphasize that continuous improvement, benchmarking and zero-defects mentality is a never-ending process. Especially, they should understand that reliable product/service design is critical to exceed the customers’ expectations, leading to improved business success. The results of this study should also lead managers to seeing a “return on investment” in their efforts to implement a TQM program by first, paying more attention on how to implement the instrumental factors, and second, avoiding the belief that the passage of time and experience-based learning will bring business performance enhancement and success on their own. Social implications – Although, the literature agrees that strategic factors are valuable assets and have a crucial role in the deployment of TQM systems, the study empirically validates this assertion. However, at the same time it shows that this impact on performance is stronger and much more significant by reconfiguring instrumental factors. This implies that strategic and tactical factors do have an effect on business success, but they do so indirectly, by reconfiguring and reinforcing instrumental factors that better fit the stakeholders’ needs and expectations. Originality/value – The results suggest the need to consider whether all the CSFs are equally relevant on the basis of their contribution to business success. For example, strategic enablers are generally considered to be of primary importance with tactical and instrumental drivers assuming a secondary position. The study challenges this view and highlights the role of instrumental drivers over strategic and tactical factors with the clear implication that managers should focus strongly on daily implementation tasks such as benchmarking, zero-defects mentality and continuous improvement processes in order to achieve good business performance outcomes.
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Koskinen, Jari, Josu Takala, and Joseph Sebuwufu Awali. "DYNAMIC BUSINESS MODEL BASED ON RESEARCH IN POWER ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY." Management and Production Engineering Review 4, no. 4 (December 1, 2013): 35–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/mper-2013-0039.
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Abstract The recent global economic crisis has caused an uncertain and challenging business environment and has battered managements that are running businesses all over the world. This paper focuses on new capabilities that can be used successfully in a fast changing business environment for improving firms’ efficiency. This research utilizes constructive approach including interviews and case studies. The relevant findings of the study are the elements of the key success factors: entrepreneurial strategy, R&D to market performance, dynamic operational excellence and innovativeness with links to the key actions which have led to new business model called dynamic business model (DBC). This research focuses on power electronics business industry which at the same time is a limitation. This research helps directors and managers to think more widely and make better decisions for the success of the company. This research results bring additional value of the previous studies regarding a firm’s key success factors and dynamic capabilities.
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Chaudhry, Aamir A., Khadijah Saeed Khan, Atif Hassan, and Irfan Amir. "Transforming Lives through Empathy, Compassion, Societal Well Being and Management Best Practices Case of Akhuwat, Pakistan." Journal of Management and Research 3, no. 2 (November 29, 2019): 1–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.29145/jmr/32/0302002.
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How often do we see businesses of modern world really following the principles of stakeholder theory in true letter and spirit, safeguarding the interests of large number of stakeholders not just their customers and also treating society at large as their stakeholder? Are businesses and management practices truly consistent with social contract of organizations with society? The prevalence of business with societal well-being concept is rare despite the fact that world at large is the advocate of societal well-being. The case of Akhuwat Pakistan presents various insights for modern business practitioners; small business models that have question marks with respect to their sustainability in early years can do wonders at later stages and become success case studies if business objectives are linked with social development and entrepreneurial capacity building. Akhuwat is the example where corporate social responsibility and thrust for poverty alleviation is not just a marketing tool to remain alive in popularity contest but the mechanism and inspiration to serve and love humanity. This case study is narrative in its methodology and focuses on key success factors of the organization under study. The rational and social lens application reveals that exploration of best management practices is pertinent for businesses today to replicate them by adopting universalistic management perspective for ultimate success and exaltation.
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Harzing, Anne-Wil. "Why replication studies are essential: learning from failure and success." Cross Cultural & Strategic Management 23, no. 4 (October 3, 2016): 563–68. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ccsm-07-2016-0133.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to discuss the pervasive problem of a lack of replication studies in international business based on van Witteloostuijn’s (2016) commentary “What happened to Popperian Falsification?” Design/methodology/approach The author presents two short case studies from her own research, one in which no replication studies took place, and one in which a replication study was conducted shortly after the original study was published. Findings The author shows how the lack of replication in the first case study example resulted in the creation of research myths, whereas the judicious replication in her second case study strengthened arguments for a new – less biased – measure of research performance. The author also discusses why most journals in the field are not open to replication studies and provides recommendations on how to move forward. Originality/value Using two real-life case studies provides a vivid illustration of the problems created by a lack of replications and illustrates the benefits of good replication studies.
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Cole, Graham. "Big business for small businesses." Development and Learning in Organizations: An International Journal 28, no. 4 (June 2, 2014): 24–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/dlo-04-2014-0029.
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Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Learning is fundamental to success in any walk of life. Business is no different. Any organization lacking the motivation or capacity to acquire new knowledge will invariably get left behind. The merits of formal learning mechanisms have long been recognized. However, more informal approaches to learning are increasingly playing a major part in the workplace. The flexibility it offers is perhaps a major reason why it now allegedly accounts for up to 90 per cent of learning that takes place. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to digest format.
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Kanaan, AnasGhassan, and Shahizan Bin Hassan. "E-GOVERNMENT SUCCESS FACTORS FROM A BUSINESSES PERSPECTIVE IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES: A CASE OF JORDAN." International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH 4, no. 11 (November 30, 2016): 1–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v4.i11.2016.2415.
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This paper presents a study which examines several e-government success factors in Jordan. Due to the pace of globalization and rapid global growth of technology and the Internet information, many governments around the world have turned their services from traditional services into e-government services. Were the citizens, business organizations and other stakeholders are served via the internet. Jordan is one of the rare countries in the Middle East with a history of commitment to good governance and ICT-related initiatives. In recent years, Jordan’s efforts to provide e-government services to the public have been recognized. But still Jordan faces the problem of low usage levels of these electronic services, plus several scholars addressed that several studies were conducted from citizen perspective but few for businesses perspective. For a better understanding of e-government and its influence on the society as all and on the business society in particular the researchers carried out this study to identify the success factors which affect e-government adoption in Jordan, also to investigate the factors that determine business organization satisfaction towards e-government in Jordan. In this paper the researcher will discuss four factors that affect the success of e-government services from businesses perspective in Jordan as followed: e-service quality, perceived usefulness, trust, personalization.
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Le, Ha Thi-Thu, and Trang Thi-Dai Luong. "Intellectual Property Management: Case Studies of Vietnamese SMEs." International Journal of Business Strategy and Social Sciences 5, no. 2 (November 24, 2022): 70–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.18488/171.v5i2.3201.
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Intellectual property is increasingly recognized as key contributor to business success. Meanwhile, in Vietnam, there exists a lack of evidence on how firms are managing their intellectual property strategically. With that being said, this paper aims to provide a systematic analysis of successful intellectual property management practices of Vietnamese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The authors redesign Intellectual Creation Cycle by Japan Patent Office, taking into account the unique management scenario among Vietnamese businesses. Then, we demonstrate patent and trademark management of six representative SMEs each in four steps: Creation, Registration, Utilisation and Protection. Data collection is based on in-depth interviews with directors of the selected companies. One of the most important findings is that it highlights collaboration between universities/public research institutions and businesses in an effort to develop high value-added products. Also, from the policy-making perspective, a number of lessons have also been drawn out: first, universities and public research institutions should be promoted to commercialise their research outputs; second, enhancement of finance scheme by the industry plays an important role in the IP commercialisation process. This paper thus provides strategic guidelines for Vietnamese SMEs in corporate IP management. It also proposes some practical insights for policy makers with respect to the promotion of IP among businesses, in particular SMEs for the purpose of economic growth.
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Sugimoto, Kana, and Shin’ya Nagasawa. "Luxury branding: the case of Chanel." International Journal of Quality and Service Sciences 9, no. 3/4 (September 18, 2017): 292–301. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijqss-04-2017-0039.
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Purpose This study answers the research question “How can businesses apply a luxury brand strategy to achieve innovation in their businesses or brands?” It aims to investigate the possibility of applying a luxury brand strategy to a wide range of business areas. Design/methodology/approach This study presents a literature review and case studies, analyzing 16 products from a selection of 8 iconic luxury brands. A survey conducted in Japan and Europe identified which of the 8 selected luxury brands had established the strongest brand image. Principal component analysis and SPSS were used to analyze the results. Scatter diagrams are used to depict the relationship between factors and product positioning. Brands and products were selected for case study analysis, and the features were generalized to show how companies in business segments other than luxury goods could apply this model. Findings The results showed that most of the strategy’s features apply to companies in different business areas. While luxury brand strategies are unique, their features can be generalized to stimulate innovation in other businesses or brands. Research limitations/implications This study analyzed only two products under one luxury brand. Thus, the number of products is limited. Originality/value This study is unique because it examines how different business areas can apply the advantages of business strategy models. It illustrates the advantages of successful business strategies of luxury companies and how different companies can harness that success for future development.
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Pham, Thanh Trung, Robin Bell, and David Newton. "Sharing tacit business knowledge between founder and successor in family business: case studies in Vietnam." International Journal of Family Business Practices 1, no. 1 (June 30, 2018): 47. http://dx.doi.org/10.33021/ijfbp.v1i1.630.
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<h1>The purposes of this study are to explore in detail the tacit business knowledge transfer process and the effective transfer method from founder to successor in Vietnamese family businesses. This study, using separate interviews of paired founders and successors in five Vietnamese family businesses, aims to contribute to the general understanding of such processes in South East Asian family businesses. This study confirms that the tacit business knowledge transfer process is an on-going process until the founder is unable to continue due to physical or mental health preventing further communication. In addition, it indicates that the mentor-mentee method is the most common method for tacit knowledge transfer process. Storytelling is also a common process; unlike traditional Western SMEs, use of formal documentation tends to be far less prevalent as a way of transferring knowledge. The findings of this study show that not all of tacit business knowledge from the founder is important to the successor. Therefore, a successor needs time spent alone to contemplate each tacit business lesson, before determining whether to absorb it. </h1>
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Kala Kamdjoug, Jean Robert, Ransome Epie Bawack, and Aurel Edith Tuessu Tayou. "An ERP success model based on agency theory and IS success model." Business Process Management Journal 26, no. 6 (March 10, 2020): 1577–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/bpmj-04-2018-0113.
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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to propose an enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation model based on the agency theory and the Delone and McLean information systems (IS) success model. This paper answers two major research questions: (i) how does client–consultant interaction affect the outcome of ERP implementation projects; and (ii) how can this interaction be managed effectively to ensure successful project outcomes?Design/methodology/approachAn electronic banking institution in Africa was used to conduct a case study research and examine the validity of the proposed conceptual framework.FindingsBased on the constructs of the conceptual framework, the study found that client–consultant relationships/interactions mediate the effect of human, organizational, and technological critical success factors (CSFs) on information quality, service quality, and information quality. Agency conflicts in client–consultant relationships can be managed using outcome incentive-based contracts and a conflict management committee.Research limitations/implicationsThis is a single case study research. Thus, despite its analytical validity and generalizability, there is a need for more studies on the statistical validity of the model in other contexts.Practical implicationsThis paper provides practical information needed to manage conflicts between clients and consultants, as well as factors that must be considered in order to keep the interest of both parties aligned.Originality/valueNo research has been conducted on how to manage client–consultant interactions and related conflicts in ERP implementation projects. This study fills this gap using a well-established theoretical foundation to propose a conceptual framework that would guide and drive further discussions on the topic. This is also one of the few studies in the context of developing countries.
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Al Qur’an, Marwan. "Success factors influencing the selection of the location of international firms." Competitiveness Review: An International Business Journal 30, no. 5 (April 2, 2020): 665–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/cr-05-2018-0030.
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Purpose This study aims to explore critical success factors contributing to the selection of beneficial foreign markets by Arabian international firms. Design/methodology/approach Multiple case study method was adopted in the study, and thus, two rich-information comparative case studies were purposefully selected from Arabian large firms. Additionally, seven international market selection (IMS) decisions were examined through relying on personal interviews and archival data, and field notes as secondary data resources. Two main stages of analysis were undertaken, i.e. within and cross-case analyses. Findings The results showed four critical factors contributing to the selection of beneficial international markets by Arabian firms, i.e. international business experience of the selected management team, the market knowledge about the potential international markets, in-house and external consultations with international business experts and identification of a trustworthy and internationally experienced manager for the international operation. Practical implications The results have important implications to business managers by improving their foreign market selection behavior. Further, the research’s findings can assist less-experienced firms, willing to internationalize their businesses, in enhancing their decision-making process to arrive at beneficial country for their international operations. Originally/value The research findings provide significant theoretical contribution to literature review on the internationalization process of firms through addressing critical success factors in IMS decision process. Further, it provides significant methodological contributions in relation to the effectiveness of the case study approach in capturing elements of the IMS process.
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Menon, Sreekumar. "Critical Success Factors for ERP Projects: Recommendations from a Canadian Exploratory Study." International Journal of Business and Management 15, no. 2 (January 13, 2020): 80. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/ijbm.v15n2p80.
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This research paper discusses key recommendations for improving future Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementations based on insights from an exploratory qualitative single case study in the Canadian Oil and Gas Industry. The study was conducted using a semi-structured interview guide from twenty participants belonging to four project role groups of senior leaders, project managers, project team members, and business users. The research evoked a comprehensive list of forty-two critical success factors (CSFs) and out of which, top ten CSFs discussed include: Know your data, longer and more integrated testing, utilization of the right people, longer stabilization period (hyper-care), communication, address legal and fiscal requirements, hyper-care must be longer, early buy-in from business, have a Lean Agile program, less customization and more vanilla out of the box, and project must be business-driven and not IT-driven. This study is one of first ERP case studies in the Canadian oil and gas industry and the research recommendations can prove to be beneficial for organizations when undertaking ERP implementations.
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Tsaurai, Kunofiwa. "Critical success factors of unit trusts investments. A case study approach." Corporate Ownership and Control 12, no. 3 (2015): 401–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.22495/cocv12i3c4p1.
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This study mainly focused on investigating the critical success factors of unit trusts using a case study approach. Countries that were part of the case study analysis include South Africa, Zimbabwe, Malaysia, United Kingdom and Singapore. Very few studies have so far focused on the critical success factors of unit trusts. Although some empirical studies have revealed the conditions under which unit trusts can be said to be viable, it appears the literature on the critical success factors on unit trusts is very scant. Lambrechts (1999), Woodlin (2003) and Nicoll (2005) are some of the few empirical researchers who explained unit trusts viability or success. However, the absence of focus on critical success factors of unit trusts among previous empirical studies prompted this study. This study revealed the following as critical success factors of unit trusts. These include unit trusts public education, better disclosure standards, government support, effective unit trusts products distribution channels, deregulation of unit trusts industry, stringent and prudent unit trusts regulation, deregulation of service charges and management fees, absence of trustee monopoly, relaxed exchange control regulations, unit trusts differentiation strategy, fund management specialization, financial sector liberalization, improved unit trusts regulation and favourable tax incentives. The study recommends that authorities should ensure these critical success factors are in place and well implemented to ensure the viability of unit trusts in their countries
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Vuolle, Maiju, Anne Aula, Minna Kulju, Teija Vainio, and Heli Wigelius. "Identifying Usability and Productivity Dimensions for Measuring the Success of Mobile Business Services." Advances in Human-Computer Interaction 2008 (2008): 1–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2008/680159.
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This paper reviews existing measures used for evaluating the usability of information systems and those used for evaluating the level of the productivity of a company. We discuss the usefulness of the existing measures in the mobile business context, where both mobility and work-context pose specific demands for the mobile business services. The review showed that the existing measures rarely consider the great contextual variation caused by the mobility of the services and the demands this poses on usability; which, in turn, affects productivity. To build a measurement tool that better meets the requirements of mobile business services, we completed case studies on two mobile business services, one used in passenger transport and the other in construction sites. Based on the understanding gained from the case studies, we propose a list of dimensions and items addressing both usability and productivity aspects that work as the basis for a multidisciplinary measurement tool.
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Boakye, Alfred Asuming, Richard Ampadu-Ameyaw, George Owusu Essegbey, and Justina Adwoa Onumah. "SUCCESS FACTORS FOR MICRO AND SMALL AGRIBUSINESS ENTERPRISES (MSES) – THE CASE OF GHANA." Journal of Agribusiness and Rural Development 47, no. 1 (August 20, 2018): 6–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.17306/j.jard.2018.00406.
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Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) are consideredto be engines of economic growth worldwide. Their efficiencyand competitiveness is critical to the creation of employment,income generation and poverty reduction and thereby to generalgrowth of the economy. However, studies on MSEs inGhana have mainly focused on the financial performance withlittle or no attention paid to the contribution of environmentaland socio-demographic factors to entrepreneurial success.The data for this study was obtained from Micro and SmallEnterprises (MSEs) in some twenty districts across Ghana.A total of 2899 entrepreneurs were interviewed. A binary logitregression was used in determining the impact of socio-demographicand environmental factors on entrepreneurial businesssuccess. As shown by the results, the odds of business successincrease by 67% if the formal education period is extendedby one year. Supportive environmental factors also significantlycontribute to business success. This study recommendsa policy that will help improving access to market for MSEs.Policy makers should consider strengthening the potential ofinstitutional support in terms of market information deliveredby public institutions to enhance the business success of agribusinessentrepreneurs in Ghana.Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) are consideredto be engines of economic growth worldwide. Their efficiencyand competitiveness is critical to the creation of employment,income generation and poverty reduction and thereby to generalgrowth of the economy. However, studies on MSEs inGhana have mainly focused on the financial performance withlittle or no attention paid to the contribution of environmentaland socio-demographic factors to entrepreneurial success.The data for this study was obtained from Micro and SmallEnterprises (MSEs) in some twenty districts across Ghana.A total of 2899 entrepreneurs were interviewed. A binary logitregression was used in determining the impact of socio-demographicand environmental factors on entrepreneurial businesssuccess. As shown by the results, the odds of business successincrease by 67% if the formal education period is extendedby one year. Supportive environmental factors also significantlycontribute to business success. This study recommendsa policy that will help improving access to market for MSEs.Policy makers should consider strengthening the potential ofinstitutional support in terms of market information deliveredby public institutions to enhance the business success of agribusinessentrepreneurs in Ghana.
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Yeo, Roland. "Linking organisational learning to organisational performance and success: Singapore case studies." Leadership & Organization Development Journal 24, no. 2 (March 2003): 70–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01437730310463260.
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Busbach-Richard, Uwe, and Antje Dietrich. "A Framework for Multidisciplinary Business Simulations." Economics and Culture 15, no. 2 (December 1, 2018): 55–63. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/jec-2018-0020.
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Abstract In this paper, the design and introduction of a framework for multidisciplinary business simulations at the School of Public Administration of Kehl University will be presented. Within Kehl’s Public Administration study program, various subjects like organization, law, human resources, computer sciences, finance, psychology and economics are supported in an interdisciplinary way. Both theoretical and scientific skills as well as soft skills such as teamwork, project management and coordination will be further developed by using an interdisciplinary approach. A framework for multidisciplinary business simulations has been developed to support this interdisciplinary approach. The framework integrates realistic and practical simulations of interdisciplinary case studies into the study program of Public administration at Kehl University. In order to reduce costs for case study development, the framework offers a generic case study pattern. This pattern was purposefully developed and covers very different disciplines in the best possible way so that the students can conduct simulations that are realistic and possible during their studies. Further, two different simulation implementations of the case studies were designed within the framework for multidisciplinary business simulations. A short-term simulation intends to check the ongoing learning success. A long-term simulation aims for giving students feedback concerning their skills just before graduating. The case studies based on the generic case study pattern come from a wide variety of public administration tasks. Examples of currently conceived case studies include e-invoicing, IT-infrastructure for schools and IT-office workplaces. The case studies were developed together with practitioners from municipalities and local agencies in order to create realistic simulations. This addresses the actual complexity of the future working environment of students. The comprehensive application of knowledge learnt in different subjects motivates students to work on these case studies.
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Appelbaum, Steven H., Edmiela Profka, Aleksandra Monika Depta, and Bartosz Petrynski. "Impact of business model change on organizational success." Industrial and Commercial Training 50, no. 2 (February 5, 2018): 41–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ict-07-2017-0058.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the impact of organizational change, more specifically business model change, on corporate employees’ motivation and, consequently, performance. Design/methodology/approach The main approaches and managerial frameworks on organization change implementation, as well as the assessment methods on whether the company is ready to implement the change, were identified by reviewing the current literature on the subject between 1940 and 2016. Findings Reviewed individual behavioral reactions and provided steps to encourage favorable individual employee perceptions. Research limitations/implications Existing gaps in supporting empirical data on the subject and a limited number of direct case studies and real-life scenarios. The research was primarily focused on employee motivation during the initial planning phase of organizational change, with lesser focus on motivation throughout and especially after the change process. Practical implications To benefit from the change, organizations must avoid improvising and should follow specific and formal change management procedures which take employee motivation and individual response towards change under consideration. Social implications By providing real-life illustrations of successful business model change implementations, current and future companies facing this type of change in the future can learn from these specific scenarios. Originality/value The distinction of business model change as a sub-type of organizational change and the study of employee motivation under a business model change specifically is the novel contribution of the paper.
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Hassan Pourhanifeh, Gholam, and Mohammad Mahdavi Mazdeh. "Identifying the critical success factors of organization with Analytic Hierarchy Process approach (case study – Iran Argham Company)." Problems and Perspectives in Management 14, no. 4 (December 14, 2016): 54–60. http://dx.doi.org/10.21511/ppm.14(4).2016.06.
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In today’s challenging and complex world, organizations success depends on productivity, continuous improvement in all dimensions and reforming the pattern of resource utilization. Therefore, organizations, while considering restrictions, should focus on the most effective factors or so-called critical success factors. This paper intends to identify and prioritize the critical success factors, among other, factors influencing success of the organization, using hierarchical analysis and application of tools and related software. Analytic Hierarchy Process provides the possibility to compare the factors via creating matrix of paired comparisons. The case study in this research includes identifying the critical success factors and prioritizing them in Iran Argham Company. Finally, among the results presented, five critical success factors are identified from the forty influential factors. These five factors account for about seventy percent of the organization’s success. It should be noted that most studies conducted in this area focuse on the certain processes and special systems rather than study on the organization as a whole unit. This model can also be generalized to all organizations, including SMEs, and would provide remarkably valuable approaches, especially in competitive markets. Keywords: key success factors, strategic management, critical success factors, AHP. JEL Classification: M10, M14, L21, C44
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Yun, Jinhyo Joseph, Abiodun A. Egbetoku, and Xiaofei Zhao. "How Does a Social Open Innovation Succeed? Learning from Burro Battery and Grassroots Innovation Festival of India." Science, Technology and Society 24, no. 1 (December 20, 2018): 122–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0971721818806101.
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As people pay attentions to social innovation as the source of innovative ideas and the repository of new business models, this study poses the following research questions: How does a social open innovation succeed? What is the success factor of social open innovation? What are the successful dynamics of social open innovation? This article selected two case studies: one is the Burro Battery Company in Ghana and the other is grassroots innovation enterprise of India known as the Honey Bee Network and its collaborator, National Innovation Foundation (NIF), Ahmedabad. The first case is a social open innovation firm case while the second case is a social open innovation policy case. Through deep case study, we found out the ways of success of social open innovation strategy and social open innovation policy.
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Chen, Jason C. H., Binshan Lin, Lingli Li, and Patty S. Chen. "Logistics management in China: A case study of Haier." Human Systems Management 23, no. 1 (March 5, 2004): 15–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/hsm-2004-23102.
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Chinese businesses began with a weak foundation in the intense world trade environment, similar to the many other companies that grew from developing countries. How were these Chinese businesses able to compete with foreign competitors armed with strong capital structures and efficient communication networks? Haier is an excellent example of how Chinese companies have successfully adapted to and prospered in the global economy, using information technology as a strategic weapon to improve its competitive advantage and further to create collaborative advantage. Haier's growth is miraculous: in less than two decades, it grew from a state-owned refrigerator factory into an innovative international giant. The company has become China's first global brand and the fifth largest appliance seller in the world. What are the secrets of Haier's success? Many researchers have conducted extensive studies on Haier's management and found the key is Management Information Systems such as e-Commerce and logistics systems that improve business operations between its suppliers, customers, and business partners. This article recounts the journey of Haier's achievements to excellence through its MIS, and provides analyses of the company's business model, the market chain management model.
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Butler, LM, GY Kobati, NA Anyidoho, EK Colecraft, GS Marquis, and O. Sakyi-Dawson. "Microcredit-nutrition education link: A case study analysis of Ghanaian women's experiences in income generation and family care." African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 12, no. 49 (March 1, 2012): 5709–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.18697/ajfand.49.enam3.
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The Enhancing Child Nutrition through Animal Source Food Management (ENAM) project, part of the Global Livestock Collaborative Research Support Program (GLCRSP), integrated a microcredit and savings program with entrepreneurial and nutrition education to strengthen women’s income-generation activities with the intent of increasing women’s (caregivers)abilities to purchase more Animal Source Foods (ASF) for family meals. The model stressed the integration of research, community development and capacity strengthening and the full participation of partners. The aim of this qualitative study was to provide an understanding of how the microcredit, entrepreneurship and nutrition education program impacted the daily lives of the women who participated in the interventions. Three questions were addressed: What factors lead to success in a microcredit and nutrition education program? What are the obstacles to women’s successful participation and what strategies are employed to overcome these obstacles? What are the lessons learned for future programs? The qualitative analysis was based on case studies of 12 women considered by their peers to be ‘successful’ ENAM participants, and six case studies of women considered to be ‘less successful’ ENAM participants. The qualitative methodology complimented knowledge gained through quantitative investigations as reported by other authors in this supplement. Data were collected through focus group discussions, in-depth interviews and observations. The findings suggested that the greatest benefit to participants from the ENAM experience was its translation into opportunities for obtaining microcredit, which in turn, helped increase women’s business success. Women who were doing well in business before the ENAM interventions did even better as a result of their participation in the ENAM project. Successful women employed multiple strategies to overcome business challenges. Anecdotal evidence suggested that the microcredit-education link in this particular situation did positively impact women’s lives with respect to their small businesses, their personal development, and the health of their families.
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Lenzer, Julie, and Piotr Kulczakowicz. "Fueling Spin-offs: Case Studies of University-based Technology Start-up Funding." Technology & Innovation 22, no. 1 (June 28, 2021): 29–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.21300/21.4.2021.4.
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The new technologies born from academic research can be very promising, yet they are often very early stage. University spin-off companies are uniquely positioned to tackle the risks associated with new technologies emerging from academia by developing proofs of concept, functioning prototypes, and new products. While these enterprises start from a solid research and development foundation, they face their own unique set of challenges—they are strongly anchored in the scientific and technological expertise that is typically backed by intellectual property but often lack the business experience needed to develop and market products demanded by customers. University spin-offs have access to substantial non-dilutive funding that can be utilized for advancing product development. While the relentless pursuit of these funds builds a company's credibility and improves its position for negotiating future private investment, university spin-offs would greatly benefit from an early focus on complementing their technology teams with their business teams. These new enterprises should consider pursuing private investment in parallel to utilizing sources of non-dilutive funding. Timing of private investment is extremely important to maximize the value of the opportunity, and, therefore, building relationships with investors early on and getting ready for executing an investment round can greatly increase odds for success. While there is no single path to formulate, pursue, and adapt successful financing strategies, lessons can be learned from real-life cases of university spin-offs that continue their journeys towards ultimate success.
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Lee (李健友), Kean Yew. "Still a Chinese Family Business?" Journal of Chinese Overseas 17, no. 2 (October 13, 2021): 399–418. http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/17932548-12341450.
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Abstract Success in Chinese family business (CFB) does not automatically transfer from founder to the next generation. CFB in the first generation is situational and dependent on the previous history of the tacit knowledge required to sustain the business. CFB is known for its association with family alliances, habitual ownership practices and embedded networks. Consequently, a firm that has enjoyed success under its founder may not survive into the next generation. In this study, I identified exceptional CFB cases wherein firms successfully codified the tacit knowledge during the “generational change” phase. The findings shed some light on how CFB s in the Malaysian food industry evolved by innovating their products to fit a larger market. My contributions are as follow. First, this study qualitatively demonstrates an “edge” case not seen in the family business literature by leveraging on a uniquely diverse institutional environment (i.e. Malaysia). Specifically, this study suggests that CFB s evolved and emerged as globally competitive firms by codifying tacit knowledge. Second, I demonstrate that this process of transformative learning is central to innovation and competition within the context of succession planning for family business in general, not just CFB s.
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Wijayanti, Anita, Massila Kamalrudin, Safiah Sidek, and Kartika Hendra Titisari. "A business transformation model to enhance the sustainability of small-sized family businesses." Problems and Perspectives in Management 19, no. 1 (February 26, 2021): 185–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.21511/ppm.19(1).2021.16.
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Business transformation is essential to making the small-sized family business more sustainable. Technological and environmental changes have radically transformed the way of doing business. Business transformation into digital business is the key to success in these conditions. On the other hand, some of the previous studies of business transformation in several countries and industries show different empirical evidence. This study analyzes the transformation process in a small-sized family business. This is a case study of 15 small-sized family businesses with four different types of industry, with an interview and observation period of 12 months in 2019–2020. This study has formulated a business transformation model for a small-sized family business and presented the results of the transformation process carried out. The research results indicate that a business transformation model consists of several attributes and sub-attributes. Business transformation results indicate different processes and times between companies. In general, the transformation process can be grouped into the exploration, learning, and synchronizing stages. The industry with the fastest transformation process is the hospitality industry, while the manufacturing process for the industry takes a bit longer. The results of this study indicate that business transformation has improved the sustainability of a small-sized family business that is characterized by its ability to adapt to changing technology and environmental conditions.
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Kurniawan, Uli Mahendra, Ismiarta Aknuranda, and Tri Astoto Kurniawan. "Business Process Analysis and Improvement on Training Management in Government Training Institution (Case Study of Institution XYZ)." Journal of Information Technology and Computer Science 4, no. 2 (October 14, 2019): 202. http://dx.doi.org/10.25126/jitecs.201942132.
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The target indicators for the success of training conducted by the XYZ institution in 2018 are achieved in un-ideal conditions. The target of the average Competency Gap Index (CGI) value is achieved by reducing the measurement parameters of the work competency standard (SKK). This condition is a fact that the success of the training in the XYZ institution still lacks in its achievements. Based on the explanation of the problem, this study will apply the concept of Business Process Management (BPM) to conduct an analysis of the business process of conducting training in the XYZ institution to identify the possible problems that occur in the business process. This study aims to analyze and modeling the current business process of training program (as-is). The research methodology uses literature studies and data collection from interviews, observations, and supporting documents. The results of this study are proposed business processes (to-be) which are recommendations for improvement in current business processes (as-is). The business process is modeled used the standard modeling of Business Process and Notation (BPMN) version 2.0.
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Naeem, Muhammad, and Asif malik. "Importance of leadership in the business field,with reference to case studies of effective and ineffective leaders." Scandic Journal Of Advanced Research And Reviews 2, no. 3 (June 13, 2022): 023–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.55966/sjarr.2022.2.3.0041.
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The research aims to highlight the importance of leadership in the business field, with reference to case studies of effective and ineffective leaders.The study explains the measures which makes a leader effective and helps him to lead the followers towards success. For this purpose, study includes analysis of leadership methods, being used by two famous leaders; John Legere, CEO of T Mobile and Bernard Hees, CEO of Kraft Heinz Company. There exist many theories and leadership styles which helps the leader to become effective and smart. An effective leader has good characteristic of leadership which enables him to achieve organizational objectives and goals on the right time. Furthermore, effective leadership enables the people to remain loyal to their leaders and become more productive and smart to let their leader progress. Thus, the goal of the current research is to evaluate how these leadership styles and theories makes a leader effective, and why an effective leader is important for the success of an organization.
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Marín Sanchiz, Cristian Ramón, and Miguel Carvajal Prieto. "Modelos de negocio para el periodismo: una propuesta metodológica para realizar estudios de caso." INDEX COMUNICACION 9, no. 1 (January 2, 2019): 149–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.33732/ixc/09/01modelo.
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The journalism industry faces difficulties in creating sustainable business models for the digital age. Communications research has looked at this challenge through case studies and panoramic perspectives, but there’s a lack of holistic views and a need for focus on value creation. In this situation, this paper presents a systematic literature review that confirms there’s a clear lack of standardization between the case studies, whose main focus have been revenue streams at the expense of deeper analysis of other key factors for the economic success of a company, like the value proposition. With the aim to contribute to the solution of this problem, the paper also proposes a methodological tool that allows future researchers to analyze the business model of a journalism company in a standard way with a view to facilitate better comparisons between companies and to understand success patterns of sustainable business models in order to promote innovation and knowledge exchange. Keywords: Business Models for Journalism; Revenue Streams for Journalism; Media Companies; Digital Journalism; Media Business Models Analysis; Media Economics.
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Germain, Séverine, Laurence Dumoulin, and Anne-Cécile Douillet. "A prosperous ‘business’. The success of CCTV through the eyes of international literature." Surveillance & Society 11, no. 1/2 (May 27, 2013): 134–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.24908/ss.v11i1/2.4148.
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This article deals with a paradox: video surveillance becomes widespread, in more and more numerous social and national spaces, while its effects in terms of crime prevention and\or law enforcement and community reassurance are not demonstrated. Through a critical analysis of the international literature on CCTV, this article attempts to identify the reasons advanced to explain the ‘success’ of this technology. Three kinds of approach, which embody three ways of defining the political and social impact of CCTV, can be distinguished: surveillance studies, impact analyses and use studies. This paper discusses these works and the answers they bring to the understanding of CCTV development. It claims that micro-level case study analysis allows grasping subtly the locally observable mechanisms by which new actors can be enrolled in the device and new legitimizations are made possible.
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Rahmiati, Filda. "Family Business Sustainability through Community Orientation." International Journal of Family Business Practices 3, no. 1 (September 14, 2020): 59. http://dx.doi.org/10.33021/ijfbp.v3i1.1158.
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<p>This research aims to explore the sustainability of family business through the implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to the community surrounding the company. As many research studies mentioned that family businesses are often strongly anchored in the local community, the high commitment to the local community will leads to a high degree of socially responsible acting. Qualitative method is used in the form of a case of an Indonesian small business in Bogor. The data collection is done using direct methods like observation, interview, and going through the company documentations to comprehend the case situation. The result of the research shows that the CSR implementation, in case observed, was in accordance with the needs of surrounding community. The CSR activities were in the form of the education, religious activities, public facilities, employee and community empowerment. The community and the company were supporting each other in order to make the activity success. This study concludes that this symbiotic CSR could be new model for family business enterprises sustainability through CSR.</p>
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Riyanto, A., M. Khairi, R. H. Asmara, and H. Saputra. "E-Commerce on the Success of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises." FIRM Journal of Management Studies 6, no. 2 (September 14, 2021): 222. http://dx.doi.org/10.33021/firm.v6i2.1559.
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This study aims to analyze the role of e-commerce in business success in the meta-measure path. E-Business is a new business model that provides significant benefits such as savings in the cost of fast execution of business transactions and encourages the globalization of business activities, thereby removing barriers to market penetration. E-Business is developed in large companies and creates in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are an essential part of a country or region's economy, including Indonesia. The method used is a qualitative analysis method with case studies. This study uses four micro-scale entrepreneurs who use e-commerce in carrying out their business activities as research objects. The analysis process is carried out based on e-commerce in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Bandung. This picture is obtained through direct interviews with the object of research. Based on the study results, it can be concluded that, in general, e-commerce has a role that can help uses four micro-scale entrepreneurs in improving their business development. The results of the analysis also explain that the four micro-scale entrepreneurs persist in using e-commerce.
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Howard, Heather A., Nora Wood, and Ilana Stonebraker. "Mapping information literacy using the Business Research Competencies." Reference Services Review 46, no. 4 (November 12, 2018): 543–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/rsr-12-2017-0048.
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Purpose Librarians in higher education have adopted curriculum mapping in an effort to determine where effective information literacy instruction can help fill gaps in the curriculum and prepare students for both coursework and future research demands. While curriculum mapping has been used widely across academia, few studies have considered business curriculum and the development of information literacy instruction. This paper aims to provide an overview of the current landscape of curriculum mapping across business courses at two institutions and a replicable methodology for other institutions. Design/methodology/approach In this paper, the authors will examine two case studies at large research universities that evaluate curriculum mapping against the BRASS Business Research Competencies at the undergraduate and the graduate business levels. Findings This study found that the Business Research Competencies are a valid method to evaluate in both case studies. Curriculum mapping also uncovered various gaps in business education across the curricula at both institutions and led to open discussions with faculty in an effort to improve the success of students both during their degree programs and into their careers. Originality/value This study provides a framework and methodology for evaluating business curriculums against robust standards to improve student success. With examples from undergraduate and graduate programs, the results of this project promise to have long-lasting implications on the development of curriculums across business programs, including the value of librarian support in developing Business Research Competencies.
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Purves, Nigel, Scott Niblock, and Keith Sloan. "Are organizations destined to fail?" Management Research Review 39, no. 1 (January 18, 2016): 62–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/mrr-07-2014-0153.
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the non-financial causes of organizational success or failure, provide a better understanding of the symptoms of financial distress and improve the predictive capacity of financial failure models. Design/methodology/approach – The paper utilizes exploratory case studies in investigating the relationship of non-financial factors to organizational success or failure across a sample of sector-specific Australian firms listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. A two-tailed study was designed, in which seven cases from both extremes were chosen from three Australian business sectors: finance, property and manufacturing. Findings – Non-financial factors associated with the organizations studied impacted their success or failure. These factors included management skill, experience and involvement in organizational strategy, feedback and resultant activity, together with board of director composition. The identification of financial and non-financial factors and sound internal processes could be utilized for the development of an early warning predictor of organizational success or failure. Research limitations/implications – The use of this method is very time-consuming but is highly valuable in case study research, providing a more in-depth understanding of how non-financial factors impact organizational success or failure. Practical implications – The research will provide a better understanding of the symptoms of financial distress and improve the predictive capacity of financial failure models. The improvement in prediction of organizational failure will reduce the costs of failure to all areas affected, from the large corporation to the small business. The inter-connectivity of all businesses to each other often results in a knock-on effect of failure with the cost being borne by all members of the community in some manner. The level of social impact and cost of failure can only be seen by the enormous costs of the Global Financial Crisis failures. Originality/value – This paper contributes to the literature on effective qualitative research and explores important areas of consideration for those conducting qualitative multiple-case studies. It is intended to be of use to researchers investigating the area of predictors of organizational failure or success.
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Pereira, Sirlei de Almeida, Fabricio Garcia Imbrizi, Alessandra Demite Goncalves De Freitas, and Marcelo Aparecido Alvarenga. "Business Model as an Inducer of Disruptive Innovations: The Case of Gol Airlines." International Journal of Innovation 3, no. 2 (October 21, 2015): 28–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.5585/iji.v3i2.24.
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This study was undertaken to investigate the premises that the success of disruptive innovation is related to the business model adopted by organizations. An analysis of five business models from the literature review - Bovet and Martha (2000), Applegate (2001), Chesbrough and Rosenbloom (2002), Osterwalder and Pigneur (2010), and Rodrigues, Maccari and Lenzi (2012) – was conducted based on the case of the Brazilian Gol Airlines who is recognized as a success business that promoted a disruptive innovation. The results suggest that the assertive choice of the business model can leverage innovation processes, and two of the models listed are adherence to the case studied. Keywords: Disruptive Innovation; Business Model; Innovation Elements; Strategy; Gol Airlines.
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���������� and Konstantin Bagrationi. "Change management: factors aff ecting the project success." Russian Journal of Project Management 2, no. 4 (December 6, 2013): 56–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.12737/1962.
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Interrelated factors that influence the success of a project are discussed as exemplified by business case-studies. Among other factors special attention is given to the specific works� quality control; contextual competences and trust-based relationships between managers and employees; team�s line-up against specifics of the organization undertaking changes. Importance of timely adapting to changes in the external environment is emphasized, and also of considering non-obvious purposes of resistance to changes, particularly such, as low-level incorporativity of social groups within organizations.
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Tucker, Elissa. "Secrets to success: human capital management strategy." Strategic HR Review 17, no. 4 (August 13, 2018): 170–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/shr-05-2018-0034.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to detail four elements that drive human capital management (HCM) strategies that get business results. Design/methodology/approach Analysis of APQC’s Open Standards Benchmarking® data and human capital management best practices case studies reveals how to establish the groundwork and successfully execute an HCM strategy. Findings A successful HCM strategy requires specific groundwork and execution to support workforce performance. In terms of groundwork, HR must display strategic competence and business insight. Then, HR must establish a solid implementation infrastructure and follow-up with a comprehensive results assessment. Originality/value Many HR professionals understand what needs to go into an HCM plan for compensation and benefits, long-term workforce strategy, succession, diversity, learning, retention and HR technology updates and upgrades. This paper details how best-practice organizations successfully build and implement such plans and what tangible results an HR function can expect from adopting the four detailed best practices.