scholarly journals Performance, resources and capabilities of construction organisations: The mediating role of competitive strategies

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-59
Author(s):  
Luqman Oyewobi ◽  
◽  
Abimbola Windapo ◽  
Richard Jimoh ◽  
James Rotimi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Strategy ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Performance Excellence ◽  
Competitive Strategies ◽  
Differentiation Strategy ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Leadership Strategy ◽  
Resources And Capabilities ◽  
And Performance

This study examines the relationships between competitive strategies, resources/capabilities and organisational performance in construction organisations. The main objective is to establish the mediating role of competitive strategies on the strength of relationship between resources, capabilities and performance of large construction business organisations in South Africa. A survey instrument was administered to Grades 7, 8 and 9 construction organisations listed in the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) database. 72 usable questionnaires were analysed using descriptive statistics and correlations. The results show that organisational resources and capabilities do not exert a direct impact on performance of construction organisations, but technological resources showed significant relationship, when mediated by competitive strategy. This implies that performance of large construction organisations is contingent upon their competitive strategies and organisational capabilities, for them to achieve performance excellence. Furthermore, differentiation strategy influences an organisations’ financial performance negatively whereas cost-leadership strategy has a positive impact. It provides empirical evidence on the relationship between competitive strategy and organisational resources/capabilities in a new setting.

scholarly journals Profiting from Green Innovation: The Moderating Effect of Competitive Strategy

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiawen Chen ◽  
Linlin Liu
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Strategy ◽  
Innovation Management ◽  
Green Innovation ◽  
Competitive Strategies ◽  
Theoretical Understanding ◽  
Differentiation Strategy ◽  
Leadership Strategy ◽  
Green Product Innovation ◽  
Green Process Innovation ◽  
Cost Leadership Strategy

Despite the importance of green innovation, empirical evidence on its relationship with firm performance is mixed. This study endeavors to address this inconsistency in the evidence by investigating the value-capturing role of competitive strategy. It argues that firms tend to choose appropriate a competitive strategy to maximize performance of green innovation, especially in highly competitive contexts. We collected data from 195 firms in China. Our results suggest that the performance implications of green innovation (including green product innovation and green process innovation) are moderated by competitive strategies (including differentiation strategy and cost-leadership strategy), and these moderating effects are more prominent when competitive intensity is high. The findings of this study enrich theoretical understanding both of green innovation and of competitive strategy and have practical implications for green innovation management.

scholarly journals Competitive Strategy, Market Entry Mode and International Performance: The Case of Construction Firms in China

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shigang Yan ◽  
Guozhi Liu
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Strategy ◽  
Market Entry ◽  
Entry Mode ◽  
Superior Performance ◽  
International Performance ◽  
Construction Firms ◽  
Differentiation Strategy ◽  
International Construction ◽  
Leadership Strategy ◽  
And Performance

As an important participant in the international construction market, Chinese construction firms (CCFs) are confronted with the tasks of keeping themselves competitive. To help CCFs maintain and improve their competitiveness, this research builds a conceptual model to investigate the relationship between competitive strategy, market entry mode and performance within CCFs. Based on data collected from CCFs, this research has confirmed the importance of cost leadership strategy, differentiation strategy and business scope diversification, to achieve their superior performance. Moreover, there are positive relationships among entry mode strategies with CCFs’ international performance.

Customer orientation and SME performance in Albania: A case study of the mediating role of innovativeness and innovation behavior

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 130-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shpresim Domi ◽  
Joan-Lluís Capelleras ◽  
Bari Musabelliu
Keyword(s):  
Customer Orientation ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Innovation Behavior

Although the tourism industry in Albania has had an impressive growth in the last years, it is currently facing several challenges. This study examines the determinants of Albanian tourism small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) performance. More specifically, the direct effects of customer orientation (CO) on performance and its indirect effects mediated by innovativeness and innovation behavior are investigated. Quantitative data from a survey conducted on 211 Albanian tourism SMEs, together with qualitative information gathered from personal interviews, are considered. Results indicate that CO has a direct positive impact not only on performance but also on both innovativeness and innovation behavior. However, none of these two dimensions of innovation play a mediating role in the relationship between CO and performance. Implications from these findings are discussed.

scholarly journals STRATEGI KOMPETITIF MELALUI PROGRAM PAHLAWAN EKONOMI DALAM PEMBERDAYAAN UMKM PASCA PANDEMI COVID-19 (Studi padaPemerintah Kota Surabaya)

Publika ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 137-148
Author(s):  
Ayu Aldania ◽  
Fitrotun Niswah
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Strategy ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
Economic Activities ◽  
Competitive Strategies ◽  
Cost Leadership ◽  
Differentiation Strategy ◽  
Leadership Strategy ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Collection Data ◽  
The Cost

Pandemi COVID-19 berdampak pada ekonomi global dan menyebabkan resesi. Ketidakstabilan ekonomi yang disebabkan resesi mempengaruhi keberadaan UMKM. Pahlawan Ekonomi yang memberikan pelatihan dan pendampingan pada pemberdayaan UMKM dapat menjadi salah satu langkah untuk mendorong aktivitas ekonomi negara. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menggambarkan strategi kompetitif melalui Pahlawan Ekonomi dalam pemberdayaan UMKM pasca pandemic COVID-19. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Berfokus pada Strategi Kompetitif Generik yang dibagi menjadi tiga strategi yaitu kepemimpinan biaya, diferensiasi, dan fokus. Teknik analisis data menggunakan interaktif kualitatif, yaitu pengambilan data, reduksi data, penyajian data, serta penarikan kesimpulan. Pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan wawancara, pengamatan, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa strategi kepemimpinan biaya dan strategi diferensiasi efektif untuk diterapkan di Pahlawan Ekonomi dimasa pandemic COVID-19. Karena tidak hanya mempertahankan UMKM dari resesi, tetapi juga meningkatkan penjualan. Salah satu saran yang dapat diajukan adalah memberikan pelatihan yang berjenjang sesuai kondisi masing-masing UMKM. Kata Kunci: Strategi Kompetitif Generik, Pahlawan Ekonomi, COVID-19.   The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the global economy and causing a recession. Economic instability caused by recession affects the existence of MSMEs. Pahlawan Ekonomi provides training and assistance on empowering MSMEs to be one of the steps to encourage the country's economic activities. The purpose of this study is to describe a competitive strategy through Economic Heroes in empowering MSMEs after the COVID-19 pandemic. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive approach. Focusing on Generic Competitive Strategies which are divided into three strategies namely cost leadership, differentiation, and focus. The data analysis technique used interactive qualitative, namely data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Collecting data in this study using interviews, observations, and documentation. The results showed that the cost leadership strategy and differentiation strategy were effective to be implemented in Pahlawan Ekonomi during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because it not only defends MSMEs from recession, but also increase sales. One suggestion that can be put forward is to provide tiered training according to the conditions of each UMKM. Keywords:Generic Competitive Strategy, Economic Hero Program, COVID-19

scholarly journals Entrepreneurial networks, entrepreneurial orientation, and performance of small and medium enterprises: are dynamic capabilities the missing link?

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayman Abu-Rumman ◽  
Ata Al Shraah ◽  
Faisal Al-Madi ◽  
Tasneem Alfalah
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Alliances ◽  
Entrepreneurial Orientation ◽  
Dynamic Capabilities ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Entrepreneurial Networks ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Medium Enterprises

AbstractPerformance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has been addressed widely in the literature. Both developed and developing countries are highly concerned about the growth and performance of SMEs. The literature exploring performance is abundant, however, has certain controversies. To identify the reasons behind those controversies, this study was conducted with the aim being to identify the mediating role of dynamic capabilities which are developed by entrepreneurial networks and entrepreneurial orientation. The study collected the data from a sample of SMEs based in Jordan which were connected through a closed network and were the part of groups. The data was collected via an electronic questionnaire, and100 SMEs were contacted and invited to participate in the survey on a purposive sampling basis. Structural equation modelling was applied to identify the direct impacts and the mediating impact. The findings identified that amongst the chosen firms, entrepreneurial networking has an insignificant impact; however, entrepreneurial orientation has shown a significant positive impact. Furthermore, the mediating role of dynamic capabilities was significant in both the relationships. The findings suggested that the sector should develop strong networks and should consider strategic alliances to gain competitive edge. Future researchers are guided to implement the same framework along with the dimensions of the variable.

scholarly journals Entrepreneurial Networks, Entrepreneurial Orientation, and Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises: Are Dynamic Capabilities the Missing Link?

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayman Abu-Rumman ◽  
Ata E. M. Al-Shra'ah ◽  
Faisal Al-Madi ◽  
Tasneem Alfalah
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Alliances ◽  
Entrepreneurial Orientation ◽  
Dynamic Capabilities ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Entrepreneurial Networks ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Abstract Performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has been addressed widely in the literature. Developed and developing both the countries are highly concerned about the growth and performance of small and medium enterprises. The literature over the performance is abundant, however, has certain controversies. To identify the reasons behind those controversies, this study has been conducted. the aim of the study was to identify the mediating role of dynamic capabilities which are developed by the entrepreneurial networks and entrepreneurial orientation. The study collected the data from those small and medium enterprises which were connected through a closed network and were the part of groups. The data was collected with the help of adopted questionnaire. 100 small and medium enterprises were contacted for the collection of data. The sample firms were chosen on purposive sampling basis. Structural equation modelling was applied to identify the direct impacts and the mediating impact. The findings identified that among the chosen firms, entrepreneurial networking has an insignificant impact, however, entrepreneurial orientation has shown a significant positive impact. Furthermore, the mediating role of dynamic capabilities was significant in both the relationships. The findings suggested that the sector should develop strong networks and should consider strategic alliances to gain competitive edge. Future researchers are guided to implement the same framework along with the dimensions of the variable.

scholarly journals Resident-Tourist Value Co-Creation in the Intangible Cultural Heritage Tourism Context: The Role of Residents’ Perception of Tourism Development and Emotional Solidarity

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 1369
Author(s):  
Tianning Lan ◽  
Zhiyue Zheng ◽  
Di Tian ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Rob Law ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Heritage Tourism ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Intangible Cultural Heritage ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Local Residents ◽  
Emotional Solidarity ◽  
Cultural Heritage Tourism

The value co-creation behavior of residents can contribute to the sustainable development of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) tourism. This paper aims to provide a theoretical framework that uses “cognition–affection–behavior” theory to explain how the two variables of tourism development perception and emotional solidarity affect the value co-creation participation behavior of the local residents in the context of intangible cultural heritage tourism while considering the mediating role of emotional solidarity. This study empirically investigates Meizhou Island in Fujian Province, China as an example by using a structural equation model (SEM). Results show that the perception of local residents toward the benefits of tourism development has a significant positive impact on their emotional solidarity and value co-creation participation behavior, whereas their perception toward the costs of tourism development has a significant negative impact. In addition, the emotional solidarity of these residents has a significant positive impact on their value co-creation participation and plays a mediating role in the relationship between the tourism development perceptions of local residents and their value co-creation participation behavior. This study has important theoretical and practical significance for the management of ICH tourist destinations.

scholarly journals Exploring the Relationship between Communication and Success of Construction Projects: The Mediating Role of Conflict

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 4513
Author(s):  
Summaira Malik ◽  
Muhammad Taqi ◽  
José Moleiro Martins ◽  
Mário Nuno Mata ◽  
João Manuel Pereira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Project Success ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Project Team ◽  
Relationship Conflict ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
The Impact

The success of a construction project is a widely discussed topic, even today, and there exists a difference of opinion. The impact of communication and conflict on project success is an important, but least addressed, issue in literature, especially in the case of underdeveloped countries. Miscommunication and conflict not only hinder the success of a project but also may lead to conflicts. The focus of this paper was to examine the impact of communication on project success with the mediating role of conflict. By using SPSS, demographics, descriptive statistics and correlation were determined. Smart PLS version 3.0 was used for confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), internal accuracy and validity estimates, hypothesis checking and mediation testing. The results showed that formal communication has a negative impact on the success of a construction project, resulting in conflicts among project team members, whereas informal communication and communication willingness have a positive impact on project success because people tend to know each other, and trust is developed. Task, process and relationship conflicts were used as mediating variables. It was found that task conflict effects the relations positively because project team members suggest different ways to do a certain task, and, hence, project success is achieved. On the contrary, process conflict and relationship conflict have a negative impact on communication and project success. Both of these conflicts lead to miscommunication, and project success is compromised. Hence, it is the responsibility of the project manager to enhance communication among project team members and to reduce the detrimental effects of process and relationship conflict on project success.

An assessment of language attitudes as a mediator in the stereotypes–L2 motivation linkage

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Larisa Nikitina ◽  
Fumitaka Furuoka
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Attitudes ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Applied Linguistics ◽  
Statistical Procedure ◽  
Motivational Factor ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
L2 Motivation ◽  
Context Of Learning

AbstractApplied linguists and language educators have long acknowledged the prominent role that language attitudes play in the process of selecting and learning an additional language. The current study examines a mediating role of language attitudes in the Stereotypes–L2 motivation linkage in the context of learning a foreign language, an area which remains comparatively underexplored. It provides a detailed description of – and rationale for – applying a statistical procedure based on the Baron–Kenny method, which is rarely used in applied linguistics research. The findings indicate that stereotypes and language attitudes had a positive impact on L2 motivation when the former two variables were examined separately in two different analyses. However, when all the three variables were analysed together, language attitudes were found to remain a motivational factor while the stereotypes ceased to be such. This suggests that stereotypes had an indirect effect on L2 motivation through language attitudes. Hence, language attitudes were a mediating variable in the Stereotypes–L2 motivation linkage assessed by the Baron–Kenny method. These findings have some pedagogical implications.

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