scholarly journals The MacCAT-CA and the ECST-R in Competency to Stand Trial Evaluations: A Critical Review and Practical Implications

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Jaime L. Anderson ◽  
Jake Plantz ◽  
Sabine Glocker ◽  
Patricia A. Zapf
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Competency To Stand Trial ◽  
Practical Implications

Learning organization – organization emerging from presence

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-30
Author(s):  
Nataša Rupčić
Keyword(s):  
Learning Organization ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Paradigm Shift ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Social Problems ◽  
Wicked Problems ◽  
Social Dimensions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to discuss the possibilities of transcending individual, organizational and social problems through the prism of presence as suggested by Senge et al. (2012). Design/methodology/approach The paper is based on the critical review of previous contributions. Findings The idea of a learning organization seems romantic and elusive, as well as difficult to implement, especially when the definition by Senge (1990) is considered. At the same time, organizational and social complexity is increasing and resulting in numerous difficult or wicked problems. To reach integrative and transcending solutions, a change in perception and surrender to presence is key. Research limitations/implications Conclusions provided in the paper could benefit from further practice to corroborate the findings. Practical implications Suggestions for practitioners have been provided on how to solve personal, organizational and social problems on the basis of the paradigm shift and the shift in perception. Originality/value In this paper, the individual, organizational and social dimensions in terms of their intricacies are considered and solutions are offered that could simultaneously solve wicked problems on all three levels.

scholarly journals The effectiveness of MiFID provisions for professional clients: a critical review

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Tom Loonen ◽  
Randy Pattiselanno
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Critical Analysis ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Duty Of Care ◽  
Financial Instruments ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Legal Provisions ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
European Regulator ◽  
Critical Notes

Purpose This paper aims to identify the duty of care that applies to ‘professionally classified clients’ based on the recently implemented Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II) as well as the previous Markets in Financial Instruments Directive I (MiFID I). The authors place critical notes on the effectiveness of some MiFID provisions. Design/methodology/approach The authors have reviewed the Delegated Acts of MiFID I and II, as well as Q&A’s of the European Regulator, ESMA and jurisprudence. The authors aim to add value by facilitating a discussion on the effectiveness of applicable MiFID provisions. Findings This review of the legal provisions provides researchers and practitioners in the investment sectors with a clear overview of the legal provisions detailing how these provisions should be met and how improvements to the provisions can be achieved. Practical implications This paper specifies what the provisions for professional classified clients are and facilitates a discussion on the effectiveness of these provisions. Originality/value Addressing the legal provisions which are applicable to ‘professional classified clients’ that derive from MiFID I and II and includes a critical analysis which offers an original perspective.

Contrarian and momentum trading: a review of the literature

2014 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emilios C. Galariotis
Keyword(s):  
Asset Pricing ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Driving Forces ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Investment Performance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Open Questions ◽  
Momentum Trading ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to critically review the literature on contrarian and momentum trading strategies and identify areas for future research. Design/methodology/approach – Critical review and discussion of the literature. Findings – The extant literature is dynamic and is typified by a number of open questions. Research limitations/implications – The open questions in the literature relate mainly to the driving forces of investment performance, and the role of risk and asset pricing as well as behavioral human traits. The literature is vast and therefore difficult to classify, cover and discuss. Practical implications – The paper indicates the possible need for: the development of different asset pricing models and propositions that can have practical implications at a more international context. Originality/value – The paper provides a critical review of the literature and identifies open issues for future research.

Lord Carter's report into NHS ambulance service efficiency; will its findings make a difference and stimulate the service to escape “the mediocrity trap?”

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andy Newton
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Current Approach ◽  
Ambulance Service ◽  
Social Implications ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Policy Paper ◽  
Service Efficiency ◽  
Efficiency And Productivity ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeReview of major policy paper in relation to the ambulance service [in England] efficiency and productivity with reference to observed “unacceptable variation”.Design/methodology/approachCritical review of ambulance service/EMS policy approach in England.FindingsLord Carter’s review describes failings in performance of UK ambulance service/EMS. However, the identified failings are essentially a repetition of many almost identical similar findings. There is a tendency of policy in respect of the ambulance service in England, as exemplified by Lord Carter’s report to consider analysis of the problem a more significant task that actually addressing the shortcoming defined.Research limitations/implicationsThis viewpoint comment piece is produced as a viewpoint with all the attendant limitations implied in this approach. However, it has been produced from an informed position.Practical implicationsChallenge to current UK ambulance policy. Previous repetitious finding need to be addressed definitively.Social implicationsThe efficiency of UK ambulance services/EMS is seriously impaired, and indeed these findings have been acknowledge previously. However, little by way of active remediation has been attempted. The current approach as exemplified in Lord Carter's recent review appears to ensure that analysis of the long- standing problems that exist is sufficient and possible preferable to active remediation and improvement.Originality/valueNo previous critical review of this type has been attempted (as it would be career-limiting).

scholarly journals Management Innovation: A Critical Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-51
Author(s):  
Loi A. Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Failure Rate ◽  
Social Constructionism ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Change Theory ◽  
Organisational Change ◽  
Management Innovation ◽  
Comprehensive Framework ◽  
Practical Implications

Management innovation is one of the most important innovations that help organizations to overcome their performance threshold in the last century (Hamel, 2006). However, the failure rate of management innovation is as high as 70%. This study investigates how management innovation is conceptualized in the literature and proposes a more comprehensive framework for analyzing management innovation. Through an integrative literature review and critical analyses of each approach to management innovation, the paper demonstrates three approaches to management innovation and its philosophical assumptions. Drawing from social constructionism and organisational change theory, it proposes a conceptual model for analyzing and leading management innovation via three mechanisms of social constructionism i.e. externalization, objectification, and internationalization. Each mechanism is described and discussed for research and practical implications.

Corporate makerspaces as innovation driver in companies: a literature review-based framework

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Finn Rieken ◽  
Thomas Boehm ◽  
Mareike Heinzen ◽  
Mirko Meboldt
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Innovation Management ◽  
Innovation Process ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Corporate Context ◽  
Corporate Innovation ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose Corporates have recently invested in company-owned makerspaces with the goal to skim the potential of makerspaces as innovation driver. The purpose of this paper is to introduce the first framework describing elements and the innovation-related impact on users of corporate makerspaces (CMSs). Design/methodology/approach The CMS framework is based on a critical review of 116 scientific articles on makerspaces and the embedding of the review findings into the corporate context. Findings A prototyping infrastructure, a community infrastructure and facilitators are proposed to be key elements of CMSs. Further, CMSs are suggested to have an impact on ideation, concept iteration during the innovation process and collaboration of its users. Research limitations/implications The framework on CMSs is based on a critical review of makerspace literature and not on empirical research data. Practical implications This paper sheds light on key elements and the expected innovation-related impact of a CMS on the users and thus contains useful information for corporate innovation management on how to plan, build and implement a CMS. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this paper is the first review of makerspace literature with focus on their elements and innovation-related impact. Additionally, the review provides the first academic definition of the growing phenomenon of CMSs and describes elements and the innovation-related impact of CMSs on its users in companies, which paves the way for further research on CMSs.

scholarly journals FRANCHISE EXPECTATIONS: CASE OF KAZAKHSTAN

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 97-106
Author(s):  
Raissa Kaziyeva
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Preliminary Screening ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Two Sides ◽  
Practical Implications

The purpose of the article is to provide a critical review of franchising development in Kazakhstan by focusing on the relationship between the franchisor and the franchisee. We have conducted extensive research and communicated with lots of potential and existing Kazakhstani franchisors and franchisees, operating since 2003. Our findings show that the process of signing franchising agreements is quite challenging in Kazakhstan.  Thorough investigation of the differences between expectations and actual responsibilities from both two sides of franchising agreement allows us to overcome misconception and eliminate the aspirations of automatic success.  This article attempts to give practical implications for franchising development in Kazakhstan that will raise the effectiveness and enhance the credibility of franchising business through preliminary screening of subjective assumptions regarding franchising advantages and benefits, using a cross-comparative analysis, as well as provide recommendation to add addenda and clarifications to the agreement as necessary.

How does leadership contribute to safeguarding vulnerable adults within healthcare organisations? A review of the literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 258-272 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma L Stevens
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Theoretical Perspective ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
Leadership Framework ◽  
Vulnerable Adults ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify aspects of leadership and evaluate their contribution to safeguarding vulnerable adults in healthcare organisations through conducting a critical review of literature. To identify or adapt a leadership framework to contribute to safeguarding vulnerable adults in healthcare organisations through analysis of the literature. Design/methodology/approach – The methodology was qualitative and inductive. It was based on constructivism and an interpretive theoretical perspective, beginning without hypothesis. Themes emerged during the process. A critical review of literature was undertaken to answer the research question. Literature was sourced from a variety of health and social care databases and grey literature. All inclusions underwent rigorous critical appraisal and a total of 18 papers were explored. Findings – The importance of clear leadership and direction was a common theme across the majority of sources. Aspects of leadership that can safeguard vulnerable adults in health care organisations include organisational culture, implementation of policies, procedures and frameworks, and reinforcing strong values and ethics around empowering individuals and delivering person-centred care. Through the meta-synthesis of findings, a model of leadership emerged. Research limitations/implications – The critical review utilised only one reviewer and the proposed leadership framework has not been empirically tested. Practical implications – The paper proposes a leadership framework that can be applied within healthcare organisations to safeguard vulnerable adults. Originality/value – This paper fulfils the need for evidence that supports the belief that strong leadership can safeguard vulnerable adults. It provides a comprehensive review of existing literature in this area.

scholarly journals Backpacking’s future and its drifter past

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 193-204 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael O’ Regan
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Scenario Planning ◽  
Research Topic ◽  
Conceptual Foundation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Cultural Events ◽  
The Future ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to deconstruct the backpacker label by reconstructing it using the historical antecedent of drifting. Following the deconstruction of backpacking’s near past, the author build a clearer conceptual foundation for backpacking’s future. Design/methodology/approach The study is framed by scenario planning, which demands a critical review of the backpacking and an appreciation of its history in order to understand its future. Findings Backpacking, ever evolving, remains difficult to articulate and challenges researchers to “keep up” with its complexity and heterogeneity. This paper argues that researchers must learn more about how backpacking “works” by opening a dialogue with its past, before engaging in further research. The paper finds that a poor conceptualisation of backpacking has led to a codification of backpacker criteria. Practical implications Backpacking remains a research topic which draws disparate researchers using criteria that produces disparate results and deviations. By understanding its past, researchers will be better placed to explore the emancipatory impulses that drive backpackers today and in the future. Originality/value This papers’ value lies in the retrospection process which explores backpacking’s near past so as to “make sense” of present research and present scenarios for it is the immediate future. The paper re-anchors backpacking by investigating the major historical, social and cultural events leading up to its emergence.

scholarly journals A CRITICAL REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE ON THE CONCEPT OF JOB MISMATCH AND OVEREDUCATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (Number 1) ◽  
pp. 33-41
Author(s):  
Asnida Shahidan ◽  
Russayani Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Field Of Study ◽  
Job Mismatch ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Methods Of Measurement

Job-education mismatch and overeducation issues among graduates have been discussed extensively, specifically related to the incidents, determinants, methods of measurement, and the effects of the mismatch. Despite this, the concept of job-education mismatch itself is not clearly explained. Since understanding this concept has theoretical and practical implications, this paper provides a critical review of the job mismatch concept and relates it to overeducation, which is a type of job-education imbalance under a vertical mismatch. This study relies solely on the literature review and does not provide any empirical evidence related to these concepts. A few issues have been highlighted and worth considering for further deliberation. Firstly, even though job-education mismatch, overeducation, overqualification, and underemployment are interchangeably used, these concepts have quite a distinct meaning. Secondly, when individuals’ skills are considered in discussing vertical and horizontal mismatch, the scope of mismatch tends to be broader than that of overeducation. Thirdly, the discussion on overeducation tends to concentrate on the level of study imbalance and not on both the level and type of study. Fourthly, job-education imbalance by the field of study (horizontal mismatch) is not easily defined, and the discussion tends to be related to overeducation.

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