scholarly journals Implementation of Lean Practices in Banks: A Qualitative Research

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 489
Author(s):  
Zeeshan Ahmad Khan ◽  
Muhammad Ahmad ◽  
Sehrish Butt
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Significant Role ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Systematic Approach ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
Competitive Advantages ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Lean Practices ◽  
Bank Employees

For Pakistani banks to remain competitive in this 21st century, they have to adopt and excel in practices that have brought significant competitive advantages to firms worldwide. Among these practices, lean management has played a significant role. There is a need to develop a systematic approach to access up to what extent firms are adopting lean practices. The objective of this research is to measure the level of adoptions of lean practices in banking sector in Pakistan. Face to face structured interviews were conducted and our findings suggest that banks are not implementing lean practices in true spirit. To implement lean practices holistically, bank employees should understand the philosophy of lean.

scholarly journals Implementation of Lean Practices in Banks: A Qualitative Research

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 18-24
Author(s):  
Zeeshan Khan ◽  
Sehrish Butt
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Significant Role ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Systematic Approach ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
Competitive Advantages ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Lean Practices ◽  
Bank Employees

For Pakistani banks to remain competitive in this 21st century, they have to adopt and excel in practices that have brought significant competitive advantages to firms worldwide. Among these practices, lean management has played a significant role. There is a need to develop a systematic approach to access up to what extent firms are adopting lean practices. The objective of this research is to measure the level of adoptions of lean practices in banking sector in Pakistan. Face to face structured interviews were conducted and our findings suggest that banks are not implementing lean practices in true spirit. To implement lean practices holistically, bank employees should understand the philosophy of lean.

Organizational memory: a qualitative research study on a multi-cultural organization

Kybernetes ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cem Sen ◽  
Korhan Arun ◽  
Olcay Okun
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Organizational Memory ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Cultural Backgrounds ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Cultural Aspects ◽  
Cultural Organizations ◽  
Socially Constructed ◽  
Individual Memory

PurposeThis paper articulates a multi-contextual and dynamic system for memory research in relation to multi-cultural organizations (MCOs) by a qualitative research method.Design/methodology/approachFace-to-face semi-structured interviews were conducted with representatives of 30 national officers in North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to illuminate how the construction of organizational memory (OM) can then be compared and contrasted across different cultures.FindingsThe findings show that OM still mostly resides in individuals with the social transfer. However, even if, cultural aspects define what should be stored, time and purpose, the static memory of individuals becomes dynamic OM that is represented and interpreted in an organization's practices, policies and learning.Originality/valueThe primary contribution is to attempt to dissolve the seeming assumption of dialectical metaphoric perspectives of OM between different but related sub-communities of practice and outcomes. Consequently, socially constructed and individual memory models are necessary to integrate different metaphors according to the multi-context theory, which extends the understanding of the diversity between the cultural backgrounds of individuals and groups.

Developmental Issues of Grandchildren Who Provide Care to Grandparents

2008 ◽  
Vol 67 (3) ◽  
pp. 209-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine A. Fruhauf ◽  
Nancy A. Orel
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Developmental Level ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Developmental Issues ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Wide Range

This qualitative research examined the perceptions, beliefs, attitudes, and experiences of grandchildren caregivers who ranged in age from 7 to 29 years. Thirty-four caregiving grandchildren participated in face to-face semi-structured interviews lasting approximately 35 to 90 minutes. Interviews were audiotaped and transcribed verbatim. Analysis of the data revealed that caregiving grandchildren: a) experienced a wide range of emotions as providers of care to their grandparents; and b) developed specific coping strategies to deal with the stress of providing care. The intensity, type, and range of emotions experienced and the coping strategies used were a reflection of the developmental issues of the grandchildren. Although grandchildren caregivers experienced similar responsibilities, their developmental level and the context in which care was provided played a role on how they were best able to cope with caregiving responsibilities. Practitioners must consider grandchildren caregivers when developing programs and services for family caregivers.

scholarly journals Telephonic qualitative research interviews: when to consider them and how to do them

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 291-316 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Bilal Farooq ◽  
Charl de Villiers
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Data Collection Instrument ◽  
Research Interview ◽  
Research Interviews ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Effective Use

Purpose The aims of this study are to review the literature examining the arguments for and against the telephonic qualitative research interviews, to develop criteria for assessing when the use of the telephone is suitable in qualitative research and if suitable to offer detailed strategies for the effective use of this data collection instrument. Design/methodology/approach The study is a thematic analysis of the literature, informed by the researchers’ experiences using the telephone, computer-based audio and face-to-face interviews for an accounting research project involving 50 semi-structured interviews with managers. Findings The study identifies five criteria to determine the suitability of using the telephone in qualitative research interviews. In addition, the study offers a set of detailed strategies on what to do before, during and after a telephonic qualitative research interview. Research limitations/implications The study can assist qualitative researchers in deciding when to use the telephone and how to use it effectively. Originality/value The study builds on the limited prior research and provides a more complete list of strategies on the effective use of the telephone in qualitative social sciences research. These strategies are a synthesis of existing studies and observations drawn from the author's study, which examines the work of organisational managers. In comparison, prior studies have been based on research projects that explored sensitive personal issues and emotive experiences not always related to managerial work.

scholarly journals Islamic Banking Products, Services and Objectives: Perspectives of Shariah Supervisors and Regulators

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 247-258
Author(s):  
MUHAMMAD AQIB ALI ◽  
TALAT HUSSAIN
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
The State ◽  
Islamic Banking ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Islamic Banks ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Supervisory Boards

The study is aimed at assessing the opinions of vital Islamic banking stakeholders including members of various Islamic banking Shariah Supervisory Boards (SSBs) and pertinent personnel from Pakistan’s central bank – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The research analyzes the percepts of respondents regarding various aspects relevant to Islamic banking (IB) products, service and objectives. The paper employs qualitative research approach in analyzing the Shariah and regulatory experts’ viewpoints regarding Islamic banking. The study is conducted using semi-structured interviews of twelve Shariah supervisors and nine SBP staff members serving in the Islamic banking department and Islamic banking focus groups in the regional/field offices of the State Bank of Pakistan. The study is of pioneering nature involving qualitative research design and inclusion of two of the most significant stakeholder groups from the Islamic banking sector of Pakistan who have not been included in the past studies regarding Islamic banking perceptions. The research findings highlighted that Shariah objectives are top priority of Islamic banks as per the views expressed by members of Shariah boards of various banks while in opinion of Islamic banking regulators, Islamic banks’ major concern is to achieve their business objectives. Keywords: Islamic Banking, Islamic Finance, Pakistan, Products, Perceptions, Shariah Compliance.

scholarly journals Nation Media Group and ‘The Truth’: How the firm’s slogan shapes its newspapers’ financial news gathering

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Kapchanga
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Informed Consent ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Financial News ◽  
Related Information ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Media Group

The study used qualitative research design where semi-structured interviews were conducted through face-to-face, telephone and Skype. Informed consent was obtained from the respondents after having received and understood all the study-related information. The data was gathered for three months and covered Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The research used referral sampling, involving 120 reporters and editors who handle financial news.

Using internet technologies (such as Skype) as a research medium: a research note

2012 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 239-242 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Hanna
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Participant ◽  
Research Note ◽  
Short Paper ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Flexible Approach ◽  
Internet Technologies ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Telephone Interviews ◽  
Insight Into

This article presents a brief account of research which embraced the notion of research participant choice by adopting a flexible approach to the medium through which the semi-structured interviews were conducted. The following short paper provides an insight into the ways in which using Skype as a research medium can allow the researcher to reap the well-documented benefits of traditional face-to-face interviews in qualitative research, while also benefiting from the aspects Holt suggests telephone interviews bring to such research.

scholarly journals Using Skype as a Qualitative Interview Medium within the Context of Saudi Arabia

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maryam AlKhateeb
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Spatial Design ◽  
Interview Participant ◽  
The One

This research note reports the results of using Skype as a medium to conduct semi-structured interviews in qualitative studies within the context of Saudi Arabia. Skype audio-only interviews were used to explore the concept of privacy from the perspective of female users in the context of the spatial design of contemporary Saudi houses. The use of Skype audio-only, although accidental, turned out to be fortuitous. The researcher’s study design called for all face-to-face interviews, but due to the location of the researcher and participants and study time frame, some of the interviews were conducted face-to-face and the others were audio only Skype calls. The researcher went through the experience of being on both sides of the audio-only-Skype-call, as the interviewer and as the participant. Then there was an opportunity for the researcher to experience being an interview participant in a research that encountered some similarities to the one she had conducted: medium and subject sensitivity. After going through different approaches in conducting interviews, the paper acknowledges the benefits provided when using Skype-audio-only-calls in qualitative research.

scholarly journals Nation Media Group and ‘The Truth’: How the firm’s slogan shapes its newspapers’ financial news gathering

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Kapchanga
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Informed Consent ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Financial News ◽  
Related Information ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Media Group

The study used qualitative research design where semi-structured interviews were conducted through face-to-face, telephone and Skype. Informed consent was obtained from the respondents after having received and understood all the study-related information. The data was gathered for three months and covered Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The research used referral sampling, involving 120 reporters and editors who handle financial news.

scholarly journals International Real Estate Review

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 473-520
Author(s):  
Kwabena Mintah ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Risk Management ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Residential Property ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Property Development ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Risk Return

Studies have demonstrated the potential of real options analysis (ROA) in property development decision-making. However, practitioners have yet to accept, adopt and integrate ROA in property development decision-making in Australia. This paper therefore investigates how Australian residential property developers manage uncertainties and risks, examines flexibility as a risk management tool, and evaluates the receptiveness and acceptance of ROA for decision making. Data are collected through face-to-face semi-structured interviews with twelve participants, and analysed by using thematic analysis. The results indicate that a discount rate is insufficient for managing uncertainties and risks; rather, contingency is used. Receptiveness and acceptance of the RO theory are mixed due to lack of unanimity among responses. Some participants are positive about flexibility, while others are dismissive. Beyond quantitative ROA models, the findings suggest that practitioners are receptive to ROA, but concerns remain over adoption. Flexibility cases executed by some participants in practice indicate that practitioners are subconsciously using ROA. Therefore, it is possible that acceptance and adoption could be achieved in the future. Evidence of the use of contingency as a risk management tool challenges the long-held notions of risk-return relationships in property development and investment. This is initial evidence of qualitative research on ROA in practice within Australian property developments.

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