scholarly journals The role of uniqueness in destination branding: the case of historical Portsmouth harbor

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 198-213 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandros Apostolakis ◽  
Shabbar Jaffry ◽  
Faye Sizeland ◽  
Adam Cox
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Regional Level ◽  
Destination Branding ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
City Brand ◽  
High Profile ◽  
Local Resources

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the potential for utilizing a unique resource, such as the Historic Portsmouth Harbor, in order to differentiate the local brand. Design/methodology/approach – The objective of the paper is to examine the role of unique local resources and attractions as a source of competitive advantage through destination branding. Findings – The main findings of the paper indicate that policy makers and destination managers should more proactively utilize the unique elements of the Historic Portsmouth Harbor “brand,” as opposed to the commonplace “waterfront city” brand. This could be achieved by staging events of international significance or through a bid for gaining world heritage status. In addition to that, the paper argues that in order for this branding initiative to have a higher impact, a prominent high profile individual should be appointed. This individual could act as a leader or “brand ambassador” in order to attract stakeholder interest and participation. Originality/value – The paper could be of value to destination managers and marketing organizations in a local, sub-regional and regional level.

scholarly journals The Competitive Advantage of Nations: origins and journey

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 458-470 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Huggins ◽  
Hiro Izushi
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Cluster Theory ◽  
Unit Of Analysis ◽  
Content Type

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide an understanding of the origins and journey of the fundamental ideas underpinning Michael Porter’s The Competitive Advantage of Nations as a means of assessing its influence. Design/methodology/approach – Drawing on a reflection of the book’s text and associated works by Porter, the paper shows how Porter’s thinking evolved from his earlier writings, as well as how his ideas went through further periods of development following the publication of The Competitive Advantage of Nations. Findings – The paper focuses on the emergence of Porter’s cluster theory and his growing acknowledgement of the role of innovation within processes of economic development. It shows how these concepts have provided a foundation for contemporary economic development practices. Also, the paper highlights how the fundamental concepts of Porter’s text have shifted from a unit of analysis focused on nations to one where subnational regions are the primary analytical unit. Originality/value – The paper concludes by suggesting that the nature of Porter’s conceptual insights is likely to ensure the long-term endurance of the fundamental lessons contained within The Competitive Advantage of Nations.

Capital or people – what is the true purpose of education?

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanweer Ali
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Mainstream Economic ◽  
Capital Theory ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Proper Role ◽  
Economic Progress ◽  
True Purpose

Purpose The purpose of this study is to present the book Education, Economy and Society, edited by Salim Vally and Enver Motala (UNISA Press, Pretoria, 2014), which highlights the main concepts introduced and discussed. Design/methodology/approach The study primarily summarizes the critique of human capital theory (HCT) which is developed in the book. This is done using different approaches and is comprehensive in scope. The study also introduces some of the alternative visions of education as presented by the contributing authors. The author of the review also draws on other literature which addresses the same fields. Findings HCT dominates the discourse on the role of education in society, but the concept is hard to measure and evidence of its importance is scant. Despite the criticism of this theory, it continues to dominate the mainstream economic theory. Research limitations/implications The main premise merits more systematic study, ideally drawing on more extensive literature, and extending beyond the confines of any one country. As a review, this study aimed to maintain a focus on this one important collection. Social implications HCT tends to promote a view of education as a tool of material economic progress. This excludes a discussion of social justice and de-emphasizes the role of education in advancing individual fulfilment and in strengthening democratic values. A view of useful human activity outside of production within a corporate environment is also ignored. This book covers all of these ideas. Originality/value This study draws attention to an important book which discusses the proper role of education in economic development and critiques policy making in South Africa. The book is broad enough in scope to be of relevance to educators, academics and policy makers in the developing and developed worlds.

Libraries and technology: Canadian and Malaysian copyright exceptions

2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (8/9) ◽  
pp. 415-425
Author(s):  
Ratnaria Wahid
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Extra Effort ◽  
Library Community

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide a snapshot and a comparative analysis of copyright exceptions available for libraries. It frames the differences and similarities, leading to discussion as to what extent copyright exceptions help libraries cater the changing technology. Design/methodology/approach This paper introduces the role of copyright exceptions in balancing owners and users interests. It explains evolving libraries activities due to technological development and how copyright exceptions significantly applies. Several factors in Canadian and Malaysian statutes are compared, namely, the rights granted, purposes allowed, beneficiaries affected, works involved, and conditions attached. This signifies to what extent the library exceptions cater to the changing needs and circumstances. It emphasizes the importance of awareness and understanding in order for libraries to serve its role effectively. Findings Both countries consider the use of new technologies in its library exceptions. Malaysian statute adopts a general approach which can either be flexibly or rigidly interpreted. Comparatively, Canada adopts a more specific and detail approach that might restrict beneficial activities. This paper calls for extra effort for policy makers to allow more control of digital works that may serve libraries activities. Originality/value There has not been any comparative study in the library literature on copyright exceptions for libraries in Malaysia and Canada. This study aims to provoke such discussion and how each country may learn from each others practices. It should be useful to the whole library community, particularly to both countries.

scholarly journals Theoretical and methodological advances in cluster research

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 524-539 ◽  
Author(s):  
Torger Reve ◽  
Amir Sasson
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Theoretical Models ◽  
Policy Impact ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Indirect Impact ◽  
National Studies

Purpose – This paper aims to assess the dissemination of cluster ideas advanced in the “Competitive Advantage of Nations” and three subsequent national studies and the reasons for their substantial public policy impact in Norway. Design/methodology/approach – The paper presents the theoretical and methodological novelties of each of the national studies, the inclusive study-organizing principle used and public policy impact. Findings – The papers finds that the dissemination of cluster thinking and the development of a successful cluster-based industrial policy in Norway is largely a function of the nature and extent of the cluster research efforts that took place in Norway. The national cluster research projects mobilized all the key industrial and governmental actors in a very effective way, making studies with both rigor and relevance. Due to advanced and demanding policy makers, the studies also evolved in terms of the theoretical models and methodologies used. Originality/value – The paper contributes by illuminating the direct and indirect impact of the “Competitive Advantage of Nations” on both academic endeavors and public policies in Norway and by explicating how studies that make it possible for academics and practitioners to work in tandem substantially affect public policy.

Finding “good enough” metrics for the UK’s research excellence framework

2015 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 265-269 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Stuart
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Potential Role ◽  
Research Assessment ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Research Excellence Framework ◽  
Alternative Vision ◽  
Research Excellence ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to encourage discussion about the potential role of metrics in research assessment. Design/methodology/approach – The paper considers the results of the UK’s 2014 Research Excellence Framework, and the potential of metrics to reduce the size of future exercises. Findings – The paper suggests that a battery of non-robust metrics selected by the higher education institutions could support a greatly reduced peer-reviewed exercise. Practical implications – Policy makers should reconsider the role of metrics in research assessment. Originality/value – The paper provides an alternative vision of the role of metrics in research assessment, and will be of interest to policy makers, bibliometricians, and anyone interested in HEI research assessment.

Leveraging museum quality art to build competitive advantage

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 16-18
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
High Impact ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Museum Exhibits ◽  
City Brand ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
The City ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Selection Of

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 This research paper concentrates on the capacity of museums to bolster the city brand of St. Petersburg through the strategic selection of souvenir products made available for sale within its museum shops. Selling high quality souvenir products distinguished by their direct relationship to high impact museum exhibits is recommended to boost the city's all-encompassing brand. At the same time, this supplies museum shops with a competitive advantage by separating them from the more generic kitsch souvenir shops. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists 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.

Industry's role in employability

2015 ◽  
Vol 47 (3) ◽  
pp. 151-158 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vidya M. Iyer ◽  
Kartik Dave
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Practical Skills ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Changing Trends ◽  
Indian Context ◽  
The World ◽  
Large Deficit

Purpose – The world is seeing a large deficit in employable workforce. An employable workforce is developed with appropriate combination of academic and practical skills. Practical skills are better developed with industry intervention rather than in classrooms. Changing trends of economic activity have steadily changed the business thought. The purpose of this paper is to assess the role of industry in developing employability by studying employability from the value chain and “Demand-Supply” of workforce models. The scope is limited to Indian context. This paper is a part of the research on factors influencing employability in India. Design/methodology/approach – Literature review, expert interviews and authors’ own experiences and understanding. Findings – It has been found that most of the countries in the world are facing a shortage of skilled and employable workforce. We examined various literature content and studied specific instances in the Industry. The study has shown that in the cases where industry has been actively involved in identifying training needs, the supply of manpower has been adequate. So, it is found that industry's role in employability is crucial and impacts on other macro policies for human development. Social implications – As this paper is a part of a larger study on “Factors impacting employability in India,” it is of paramount importance to Indian researchers, students and policy makers. The paper and the research are oriented to identifying causes to the problem of employability, so that systemic changes can be identified. Originality/value – This paper is based on large amount of literature that is existing in various sources. All the literature has been thoroughly read and assimilated. Suitable references have cited and others have been acknowledged. Most importantly this is an original work of the authors and their views.

Analysing the role of business intelligence, knowledge sharing and organisational innovation on gaining competitive advantage

2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 250-267 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rosa Eidizadeh ◽  
Reza Salehzadeh ◽  
Ali Chitsaz Esfahani
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Path Analysis ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Business Intelligence ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Statistical Population ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Organisational Innovation ◽  
Innovation Knowledge

Purpose This paper aims to study the role of business intelligence, knowledge sharing and organisational innovation on gaining competitive advantage. Design/methodology/approach The statistical population of the study was the managers and the specialists of some export companies of which 213 persons participated in this research. Path analysis was carried out to analyse and interpret the data by Amos software. Findings The results showed that business intelligence has a positive and significant impact on knowledge sharing, organisational innovation and gaining competitive advantage. Further, business intelligence has a positive and significant effect on competitive advantage through knowledge sharing and organisational innovation. Knowledge sharing impacts gaining competitive advantage positively and significantly. Finally, organisational innovation impacts gaining competitive advantage positively and significantly. Originality/value This research highlights the role of business intelligence, knowledge sharing and organisational innovation on gaining competitive advantage in export companies.

International marketing and the internet: a research overview and the path forward

2020 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 425-436
Author(s):  
Saeed Samiee
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
International Marketing ◽  
Foreign Market ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Digital Services ◽  
New Perspective

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present an overview of the intersection of research into international marketing (IM) and the internet, seeking areas where knowledge is developing, and where further research is required. Design/methodology/approach The study utilizes an integrative review of the extant literature. Findings The study identifies the role of the internet as a tool for competitive advantage and internationalization. In considering these aspects of the internet within IM, the necessity for establishing a foreign market presence is also examined. Further, it is asserted that the internet’s influence on internationalization is largely through exporting of products and digital services. Originality/value The paper offers a new perspective on the issues emerging in the literature in terms of IM and the internet, and identifies new avenues for future research.

scholarly journals Sub-national consumer ethnocentrism and the importance of the origin of food products: an exploratory analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 122 (3) ◽  
pp. 995-1010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pilar Fernández-Ferrín ◽  
Belén Bande ◽  
David Martín-Consuegra ◽  
Estrella Díaz ◽  
Elisabeth Kastenholz
Keyword(s):  
Cluster Analysis ◽  
Information Search ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Regional Identity ◽  
Food Products ◽  
Regional Level ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Consumer Ethnocentrism ◽  
The Relationship

PurposeThis study's main objective is to analyse the role of the consumer's ethnocentrism as a potential segmentation basis and to detect product origin-sensitive groups. The relationship between the consumer's regional ethnocentrism, local and regional identity and corresponding valuation and purchase of food products from a region is also examined.Design/methodology/approachThe responses of 358 consumers residing in two Spanish regions are analysed by means of a mediation analysis and a cluster analysis.FindingsThe results suggest the convenience of considering ethnocentric consumer tendencies, also at the regional level, when studying attitudes, valuation, information search and effective purchase of foods of diverse categories and origins.Originality/valueThe main contributions of this work derive from the assessment of consumer ethnocentrism at a subnational level (which is much less present in the literature) and the evidence of its usefulness for segmenting the market and detecting groups of origin-sensitive consumers, which can be useful to companies that produce and market food products in different regions.

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