scholarly journals Risk Perception in the Internationalization of Brazilian Companies: An Analysis in Different Entry Modes

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 106-130
Author(s):  
Ronaldo de Oliveira Santos Jhunior ◽  
Gustavo Abib ◽  
Fabrício Stocker
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
International Business ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Entry Modes ◽  
Multiple Case

The existence of risks is a premise in business-related matters, mainly in the exploration of international opportunities. Organizations seeking to operate abroad are potentially more susceptible to the risks that exist internationally. This study follows the behavioral approaches to internationalization and conceptual ideas about risk and risk perception in international business. The main goal is to understand how the risk perception of managers in Brazilian companies with different entry modes is configured. In this qualitative research, a multiple case study was carried out. The data collection techniques established were the analysis of documents and the performance of semi-structured interviews with managers responsible for the internationalization processes of six Brazilian companies. Regarding the risks inherent to these processes, there was a greater emphasis on country/political risk factors, followed by monetary risk. The risks perceived with greater evidence, considering the entry modes addressed, are also presented for a better understanding of the results.

scholarly journals Perception of Brazilian Companies on the Potential and Concrete Benefits Resulting from the FSC Certification

Forests ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 1622
Author(s):  
Camila Fagundes ◽  
Dusan Schreiber ◽  
Moema Pereira Nunes ◽  
Maria Eduarda Fernandes
Keyword(s):  
Participant Observation ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Economic Benefits ◽  
Forest Stewardship Council ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Forest Reserves ◽  
The Social ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Forest Stewardship

Concern with the adequate use of natural resources has increased the relevance of products certifications in the wood supply chain, especially in companies established in Brazil, the cradle of one of the largest forest reserves. This study investigates the perception of companies on the potential and concrete benefits resulting from the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification. To achieve this, a multiple case study was carried out with data triangulation through semi-structured interviews, documentary research and non-participant observation. Four FSC certified industries established in Brazil were analyzed. The results showed that of the four companies participating in the study, only one did not achieve the desired economic benefits, whereas all organizations accomplished the advantages of the other areas of sustainability, both the social and environmental.

scholarly journals Non-Governmental Organisations Personnel, Social Workers and Religious Leaders’ Perspectives on the Risk Factors of Alcohol Abuse Amongst the Youth: The Case of the Northern Region of the Republic of Namibia

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rapholo Selelo Frank ◽  
Makhubele Jabulani Calvin ◽  
Ananias Janetta Agnes ◽  
Svinurai Anesu ◽  
Hasheela Miriam Winnie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Substance Abuse ◽  
Alcohol Abuse ◽  
Social Workers ◽  
Northern Region ◽  
Religious Leaders ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
The Republic

This qualitative study aimed to explore and describe the perceptions of Non-Governmental Organisations personnel, social workers and religious leaders on the risk factors of alcohol abuse amongst youth in the Northern region of the Republic of Namibia. In order to pursue this aim, a multiple case study design was used. Substance abuse is a predominant social and health problem which calls the attention of different partners from different disciplines across the globe to address it. Substance abuse, in particular, alcohol abuse is a global concern particularly amongst youth. Youth indulge in alcohol abuse due to numerous risk factors. Semi-structured interviews were used with Non-Governmental Organisations personnel, religious leaders and social workers who were purposively selected. Findings revealed familial, the environmental and community based and socio-economic factors as predisposing youth at Oshikango to indulge in alcohol abuse. It is therefore concluded that there are lot of opportunities at the Northern region of Namibia which predispose youth to engage in alcohol abuse. Thus, stakeholders need to develop integrated strategies to fight the abuse of alcohol amongst youth in the Northern region of Namibia.

scholarly journals A influência do capital estrutural no processo criativo no setor de design de joias

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 1272-1288
Author(s):  
Raquel Engelman ◽  
Bruna Lamb Mentz ◽  
Bruna Carolina Pospichil ◽  
Cristine Hermann Nodari ◽  
Dusan Schreiber
Keyword(s):  
Creative Process ◽  
Strong Influence ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
The South ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Southeast Region ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Jewelry Design

Purpose – The purpose of the study is to analyze relations between the structural capital and the creativity in the jewelry sector.Design/methodology/approach – The method is multiple case study of 15 enterprises that develop jewelry design in the South and Southeast region of Brazil through semi structured interviews and self-filled questionnaires.Findings – The main results of the research were the perception of the strong influence of structural capital on the creative process of jewelry design, both positively and negatively.Research limitations/implications – The research limitation is the difficulty of generalization of the results obtained in the research, even being a study of multiple case, the answers were obtained only in the South and Southeast region of the country.Originality/value – As study’s main contributions we suggest that the internal structure eases the creative process in the ateliers, since the designers search to act in environments where they feel comfortable and provide the essential technologies that help them in both researches about tendencies and the development of the creative process.

scholarly journals Green Governance and International Business Strategies of Emerging Economies’ Multinational Enterprises: A Multiple-Case Study of Chinese Firms in Pollution-Intensive Industries

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 1013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Runhui Lin ◽  
Yuan Gui ◽  
Zaiyang Xie ◽  
Lu Liu
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Regulation ◽  
International Business ◽  
Emerging Economies ◽  
Multinational Enterprises ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Response Patterns ◽  
Technological Capabilities ◽  
Green Governance ◽  
Multiple Case

With the global consensus on the need for sustainability practices, green governance has attracted increasing attention from international business (IB) scholars and multinational enterprise (MNE) managers. In this study, we propose a more fine-grained framework of the green governance context along two dimensions: foreign direct investment (FDI) policy and environmental regulation. Then, we examine the framework using cluster analysis. On the basis of a multiple-case study comprising 11 Chinese MNEs in pollution-intensive industries operating in four different green governance contexts, we conclude that (1) the green governance context is a significant factor in MNEs’ global location choices and is an important driving force behind MNEs’ response patterns; (2) environmental capabilities enable MNEs to surmount a host country’s environmental entry barrier and facilitate wider global business deployment; (3) technological capabilities increase MNEs’ competitive edge and allow them to better harness a host country’s growth opportunities; (4) there are four types of green governance response patterns, and the details of the proposed classification structure and its validation are presented; and (5) both strict environmental regulation and friendly FDI policy can positively influence MNEs’ adoption of more active response patterns, and greater availability of environmental and technological capabilities does not affect MNEs’ environmental commitment. This study contributes to the international strategy-capability-environment alignment of emerging economies’ multinational enterprises (EMNEs) in different green governance contexts.

Feasibility and acceptability of Otago Exercise Programme and Prevention of Falls for Adults with Intellectual Disability: a multiple case study design

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (6) ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leigh Hale ◽  
Emile Vollenhoven ◽  
Lisa Caiman ◽  
Alice Dryselius ◽  
Yvette Buttery
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Fall Prevention ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Exercise Programme ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Efficacy Trials ◽  
Prevention Interventions ◽  
Multiple Case

Background/AimsMany people with intellectual disability fall frequently. Understanding fall prevention intervention characteristics will assist efficacy trials to target appropriate people. An exploration of two exercise-based fall prevention interventions is reported, focusing on viability and acceptability.MethodsA multiple case study of adults with intellectual disability completing either the group Otago Exercise Programme or the Prevention of Falls for Adults with Intellectual Disability intervention was performed. Integrated data sources were used: semi-structured interviews with participants and support workers, observations, attendance/adherence, falls, adverse events and balance measures.ResultsIn total, seven adults with varying intellectual disability levels participated. Overall, three themes enabled understanding of suitability of people to each intervention: suitability of the exercises; role of the environment; and benefits to participants.ConclusionsEducating adults with intellectual disability and their support workers of the importance of regular exercise is key to participation. Both programmes required high levels of support and prioritisation to ensure exercises occurred and were carried out safely.

Digital Social Networking Use Effect on Individual Job Performance

2021 ◽  
pp. 29-48
Author(s):  
Marwa Mallouli Ben Zouitina ◽  
Zouhour Smaoui Hachicha
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Work Performance ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

This chapter aims to explore the impact of social networking sites (SNS) usage on individual work performance (IP). A literature review revealed contrasting results. A multiple-case study on 15 employees from eight Tunisian firms has been conducted to highlight the SNS effects on IP in the specific context of democratic transition. Data have been collected by semi-structured interviews and coded using the Nvivo 10 software. The analysis shows that, depending on the level of SNS usage, three types of effect are identified on IP at work: positive, negative, or null. This result invites researcher to consider the usage intensity when analyzing SNS effects on IP. Understanding the different types of SNS usage by actors and their effects on IP could help managers to take appropriate decisions to take profit from this usage. This research suggests also that organizational policy moderates the relationship between SNS usage and IP.

Entrepreneurship as a Survival-Seeking Strategy for Indigenous Communities

2014 ◽  
pp. 398-420 ◽  
Author(s):  
Virginia Barba-Sánchez ◽  
Ericka Molina-Ramírez
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Latin American ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Indigenous Communities ◽  
Economic Activities ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
The Creation

The aim of this chapter is to offer an alternative to the emigration and marginalization currently experienced by indigenous Latin American communities by creating ecotourism ventures in their home territories. By fostering profitable and environmentally sustainable economic activities enabling them to remain in their settlements, it is possible to alleviate the problem of socio-economic marginalization which they currently face whilst helping conserve the environment and their ancient culture. Qualitative research has therefore been conducted by means of a multiple case study. This is an introductory work and the authors' preliminary findings highlight the importance not only of social networks in the creation of indigenous SMEs but also of the culture, values, uses and customs of such communities in the identification of the profile of the indigenous entrepreneur.

A Review of Single Case Study and Multiple Case Study Research Designs

2021 ◽  
pp. 102-118
Author(s):  
Stacey Sneed ◽  
Chau H. P. Nguyen ◽  
Chrissy L. Eubank ◽  
Aaron S. Zimmerman
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Study Research ◽  
Research Designs ◽  
Qualitative Research Methodology ◽  
Multiple Case

In the field of education, case study is a widely used qualitative research methodology. While there are a broad range of approaches to case study, the resources available to researchers is limited. Therefore, this chapter aims to shed some light on what defines a case study and some of the possible methodological variations. The goal of this chapter is to provide the reader with a foundational understanding of a case study as a methodology and how this methodology aligns within various research contexts in the field of education.

Collective Case Study

2022 ◽  
pp. 252-266
Author(s):  
Sydnie Schoepf ◽  
Nicole Klimow
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Collective Case Study ◽  
Case Study Design ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Conducting Research

This chapter focuses on collective case study: (1) what it is, (2) what separates it from other case study formats (case study and multiple case study), and (3) how to effectively use collective case study design for research. This chapter walks researchers through the overarching components necessary in conducting research using collective case study design, providing helpful strategies and examples the authors have found useful in their own research. While highly useful in qualitative research, this chapter also notes possible challenges to using collective case study design. This chapter concludes with a list of additional resources for more in-depth explorations of the procedural elements addressed.

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