scholarly journals Editorial

2005 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. v-vi
Author(s):  
Executive Editor
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Mainland China ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Quality Of Work Life ◽  
School Dropouts ◽  
Managerial Decision ◽  
Organisational Effectiveness ◽  
Depth Study

The seven papers published in this edition of Ushus have a wide ranging scope by various academicians, professionals and researchers with varying areas of interest. The first paper is on the 'Health Care System in Goa: Analysis of Role in Sustainable Development' by Anna Rovina Ferrao e Fernandes. It offers an in-depth study of a unique approach of Health Care in aiding sustainable development. The second paper by Triveni S. and Vijayalaxmi A. Amminabhavi is 'A Study of Quality of Work Life of Nationalised and Non Nationalised Bank Employees'. It is relevant and contemporary as it highlights the shifted focus of work-life balance and issues relating to job satisfaction. Rev. S. Peter, K.J. Raman and R Ravilochanan have drafted a detailed analysis of 'The Role of Non-governmental Organisations in Minimising School Dropouts'. Further, A. Abdulraheem and A. Raman's study of the 'Descriptive Model of Community Participation: Delivering Urban Service' is extremely exhausting in terms of coverage. Given the same, both these papers tackle new-age issues in a rapidly changing socio-economy driven by concerns from the local to the global level and influenced by numerous factors of modernisation. 'Dynamics of Rupee Convertibility' by V.K. Xavier and 'Employee Attitude Surveys: A Powerful Tool for Enhancing Organisational Effectiveness' by Rashmi Nakra deal with conventional subjects of study in the domain of International Finance/Forex and statistical value in managerial decision making. The last paper by P.A. Mathew deals with 'Diaspora to Transnational Networks: The Case of Chinese Diaspora in the Mainland China'. It stands out as a subject of modern interest given the role of diaspora in third world and developed economies, especially the Asian continent.

The mediating role of organizational embeddedness on the relationship between quality of work life and turnover

2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (5) ◽  
pp. 696-711 ◽  
Author(s):  
Decha Dechawatanapaisal
Keyword(s):  
Life Quality ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Quality Of Work Life ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Career Opportunities ◽  
Organizational Embeddedness ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the mediating effect of organizational embeddedness in the relationship between quality of work life (QWL) and turnover under a foundation of conservation of resources theory. Design/methodology/approach Data were collected from 422 healthcare professionals through a questionnaire survey, and analyzed by means of a confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling. Findings The results indicate that organizational embeddedness has a negative impact on employees’ intention to leave, and on actual turnover. For QWL perception, career opportunities, work life balance, and job characteristics are positive and significant predictors of organizational embeddedness. In addition, organizational embeddedness plays an intermediary role that mediates the relationship between the three components of QWL mentioned earlier and turnover intention, and also between the factor of career opportunities and actual turnover. Research limitations/implications The current research took place within two healthcare organizations. Replicating the study in a variety of business sectors or professions with a larger sample of subjects would be useful for the generalizability of the findings. Practical implications Organizations may improve their retention of employees by offering intrinsic resources that can be obtained from the social contexts of the individual through human resource management system, e.g., growth opportunities, a healthy and caring work life quality. Such motivational resources then develop a sense of obligation toward their places of employment, which influences their intention to stay or leave. Originality/value This study examines the mediating role of organizational embeddedness between employees’ perception of their work life quality and their desire and behavior to withdraw, which is an area of inquiry that has not been fully investigated in the literature.

Examining the quality of work life: empirical testing indicators in the public organisation

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 99-111
Author(s):  
Mohammad Reza Zahedy ◽  
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Seyyed Asghar Jafari ◽  
Majid Ramezan ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Life Quality ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Quality Of Work Life ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Human Resource Managers ◽  
Quality Of Work ◽  
Organisational Effectiveness ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Public Organisations

Purpose: The present study aimed to identify employees’ quality of work life indicators in public organisations and provide necessary context to improve system accountability and employees’ needs in organisations. Research methodology: To identify quality of work life indicators, authors studied theoretical research basics entirely and by considering elites’ ideas, identified main indicators by a descriptive – survey technique. Result: Based on research findings, 15 constituents were identified as work life quality indicators. Research results indicate undesired quality of work life among employees at public organisations. Of identified constituents, Safe and healthy working conditions and organisational conflict are the most important and job satisfaction and Pay/benefits are the lowest important factors. Limitations: The results only extend the understanding of the role of quality of work life in organisational effectiveness and have implications for human resource managers that may not be applicable for other positions. Contribution: The study results help organisations identify the elements that affect the QWL and help them plan to increase organisational effectiveness by increasing employee satisfaction and motivation.

Health care providers' experiences with delivering person centred care in an Integrated Care Program for thoracic surgery patients in Ontario, Canada

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathy Kornas ◽  
Meghan O'Neill ◽  
Catherine Y. Liang ◽  
Lori Diemert ◽  
Tsoleen Ayanian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Integrated Care ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Quality Of Work Life ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Quality Of Work ◽  
Provider Experiences

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to understand health care providers' experiences with delivering a novel Integrated Care (IC) Program that co-ordinates hospital-based clinical services and home care for thoracic surgery patients, including perceptions on the provision of person-centred care and quality of work life.Design/methodology/approachThe authors conducted a process evaluation using qualitative methods to understand provider experiences in the Integrated Care (IC) Program and to identify areas for programme improvement. Study data were collected using a focus group with thoracic surgeons, open-ended survey with home care providers, and semi-structured interviews with lead thoracic surgeons and IC leads, who are nurses serving as the primary point of contact for one consistent care team. Data were analysed using thematic analysis.FindingsThe IC Program was successful in supporting a partnership between health care providers and patients and caregivers to deliver a comprehensive and person-centred care experience. Informational continuity between providers was facilitated by IC leads and improved over time with greater professional integration and adaptation to the new care delivery processes. Differential impacts were found on quality of work life for providers in the IC Program.Originality/valueThis study describes provider experiences with delivering integrated and person-centred care across the hospital to home continuum, which can inform future integrated care initiatives.

scholarly journals The Role of Quality of Work Life in Organizational Commitment in Islamic Banks

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 515
Author(s):  
Mahmoud Ali Alrousan ◽  
Shireen Mahmoud AlAli
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Practical Aspect ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Quality Of Work Life ◽  
Islamic Banks ◽  
Quality Of Work ◽  
Statistical Program ◽  
Positive Effect

The study aims to identify the correlation and impact relationship between the quality of work life and the organizational commitment, and to show the strength of this relationship and its impact, and then provide a theoretical framework for the study variables. The practical aspect was distributed over a sample consisting of (77) persons working in Islamic banks. After the collection and processing of data using the statistical program (spss), the results showed a positive relationship between the variables of the study as well as the existence of a positive effect and accordingly, a number of recommendations were made.

scholarly journals Role of Work Environment in Enhancing Quality of Work Life [A Study with Reference to ONGC, Cauvery Basin

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (12) ◽  
pp. 17-20
Author(s):  
Dr. K. Krishnakumar Dr. K. Krishnakumar ◽  
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P. M. Sugavaneswari P. M. Sugavaneswari
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Quality Of Work Life ◽  
Cauvery Basin ◽  
Quality Of Work
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