scholarly journals Controlling factors of ecosystem and soil respiration in a xeric shrubland in the Chihuahuan Desert, Mexico

2021 ◽  
Vol 39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dulce Yaahid Flores-Rentería
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Chihuahuan Desert ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Arid Ecosystems ◽  
Shortwave Radiation ◽  
Co2 Efflux ◽  
C Cycle ◽  
Wide Variability ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Annual Scale

In the terrestrial carbon cycle is very relevant to identify the influence of soil in the CO2 released to the atmosphere, which is linked to multiple biotic and abiotic drivers. Arid ecosystems dominate the trend and interannual variability of the land CO2 sink. This pattern is mainly controlled by temperature, precipitation, and shortwave radiation. Thus, these environments are characterized by a wide variability of water availability, which causes the CO2 efflux to be highly variable in time, challenging our model capacities. This study aims to understand the ecosystem CO2 fluxes and their controlling mechanisms from the Chihuahuan Desert in Northeast Mexico. We explore the average contribution of the Rsoil (1.30 mmol m-2 s‑1) to Reco (1.76 mmol m-2 s‑1), while identifying the controlling mechanisms of both on an annual scale. The structural equation model constructed showed a good f it for the data, explaining 50% and 93% of the annual variance of Rsoil and Reco, respectively. According to this model, Rsoil was mainly controlled by the air temperature, and Reco by soil water content. Unexpectedly, vapor pressure def icit was the most weight variable with a direct negative effect on Reco, supporting the idea that the vegetation component has a crucial role in the CO2 efflux of this ecosystem. This study highlights the importance of include multiple factors in the models of the C cycle.

scholarly journals ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF LEADERSHIP STYLE AND JOB SATISFACTION ON TURNOVER INTENTION THROUGH JOB STRESS AT CUSTOMER SERVICE (FRONTLINE) PT TIKI JALUR NUGRAHA EKAKURIR (JNE)

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Sri Mulyani ◽  
Hendra Gunawan
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Job Stress ◽  
Customer Service ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Turnover Intention ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The Impact

<p>The problem of this research was Turnover intention is a factor of discomfort experienced agent in a company. Turnover intention needs to get serious attention to the organization especially to leadership or manager so can applying force leadership proper and improve job satisfaction to reduce job stress in the company.<br />The purpose of this research was the effect of leadership style and job satisfaction toward Turnover intention throught job stress at customer service (frontline) PT Tiki Jalur Nugraha Ekakurir (JNE), Tomang Jakarta.<br />The methodology of this research was testing hypothesis. The data used were primary data collected from questionaire. The samples consisted of 164customer service (frontline)PT Tiki Jalur Nugraha Ekakurir (JNE), which were determined through purposive sampling method. The data were analyzed through Structural Equation Model (SEM) of AMOS version 23.0for Windows.<br />The results of the study showed that there have been negative effect and significant between leadership style and job satisfaction toward Turnover intention throught job stress. The role of job stress very dominant as a mediator the influence of leadership style and job satisfaction toward Turnover intention.<br />Implication of this research is expected to managers can increase the determinants job stress itself for example by raising job satisfaction (salary, reward, job promotion) and applying force leadership proper and able to adjust with all the work situation.</p>

Competition or reciprocity? A study on the symbiosis of effective knowledge management between MNCs and non-MNCs

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yelin Hu ◽  
Qiwang Zhang ◽  
Zhen Yang ◽  
Sujian Huang
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Corporate Performance ◽  
Organizational Ecology ◽  
Multinational Companies ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Symbiotic Interaction ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Negative Effect

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the relationship between effective knowledge management and corporate performance, to explore the dynamic symbiosis phenomenon of effective knowledge management based on organizational ecology with multinational companies (MNCs) and non-multinational companies (non-MNCs) and to explore the symbiosis strategy of knowledge management between multinational and non-multinational companies (non-MNCs) in China. Design/methodology/approach To measure effective knowledge management, this paper first uses structural equation model to measure knowledge management, based on the evolution dynamics equation in organizational ecology to measure the effectiveness of knowledge management, and studies the symbiosis of effective knowledge management between MNCs and non-MNCs based on ecological perspective. Findings Effective knowledge management can promote the financial performance of enterprises, but different degrees of effectiveness have different effects. In addition, the coupling and collaboration between knowledge management and corporate performance can reflect the value of effective knowledge management. The results show that effective knowledge management plays a positive moderating effect between knowledge management and corporate performance. Finally, the effective knowledge management system of MNCs (non-MNCs) has negative effect on non-MNCs (MNCs), showing the exclusive relationship between MNCs and non-MNCs in China. Research limitations/implications The effectiveness of knowledge management is only based on the measurement of financial performance coupling. For other types of performance, it needs to be tested. The samples may not cover symbiosis relationship of effective knowledge management in other countries. Practical implications This paper provides practical and theoretical reference for confirming the symbiotic interaction and identifying the opportunities and challenges of knowledge management among different types of corporation groups. Originality/value The paper is one of the pioneering studies to explore the pattern of symbiotic evolution of effective knowledge management between MNCs and non-MNCs. From completely new perspectives, this study advances the research of knowledge management to a new and promising area.

COVID-19 complications and entrepreneurial intention among the entrepreneurs of Pakistan: evidence from the second wave of the pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bahadur Ali Soomro
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Final Analysis ◽  
Entrepreneurial Intention ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The Government ◽  
Second Wave

Purpose At present, nearly the whole globe is facing a severe threat of COVID-19. This study aims to examine the COVID-19 complications and entrepreneurial intention among the entrepreneurs of Pakistan. Design/methodology/approach The study used a deductive approach. An online survey is conducted to collect cross-sectional data from entrepreneurs of Pakistan. Convenience sampling is applied to target the respondents. In total, 278 usable answers proceed for final analysis. The structural equation model (SEM) is used to infer the results. Findings The findings of the study highlight a significant negative effect of fear of COVID-19 (FO19), perceived susceptibility (PSU) and perceived severity (PSE) on entrepreneurial intention (EI) among the entrepreneurs. Practical implications The study would provide the guidelines for policymakers and planners to combat the barriers of fear, PSU and PSE during a pandemic. The findings of the second wave of COVID-19 may provide a warning to the government to take preventive measures to face the severe effect of the pandemic. Finally, the outcomes of the study may enrich the depth of COVID-19 literature globally. Originality/value This study is the first study highlighting factors such as fear, PSU and PSE toward EI in COVID-19 second wave.

Antecedents and Consequences of E-News Brand Trust

2020 ◽  
pp. 521-536
Author(s):  
Elia Ardyan ◽  
Vincent Didiek Wiet Aryanto
Keyword(s):  
Brand Loyalty ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Brand Experience ◽  
Brand Trust ◽  
Significant Positive Effect ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Brand Attributes ◽  
Antecedents And Consequences ◽  
Positive Effect

The purpose of this paper is to determine the effect of the antecedents of e-news brand trust and want to determine the consequences of e-news brand trust. The model used in this study were tested into two news brands online, which is Detik.com and Kompas.com. Sample of this study composed of 418 respondents, of which 239 respondents are Kompas.com readers and readers of Detik.com comprised of 179 respondents. The analysis used in this study is the Structural Equation Model. Results of this study indicate that both Detik.com and Kompas.com have the same result for the research model used. The result of this research are e-news brand attributes have positive and significant impact on e-news brand experience, e-news brand attributes have a positive and significant impact on e-news brand loyalty, e-news brand experience has negative effect but not significant at the customer confusion, customer confusion, has a negative but not significant effect on e-news trust brand, e -news brand experience has the effect of e-news brand trust and a significant positive effect on brand loyalty e-news.

scholarly journals Effects of Perceived Sustainability Level of Sportswear Product on Purchase Intention: Exploring the Roles of Perceived Skepticism and Perceived Brand Reputation

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (20) ◽  
pp. 8650
Author(s):  
Yunjeong Kim ◽  
Kyung Wha Oh
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Model ◽  
Purchase Intention ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Purchasing Behavior ◽  
Sustainable Products ◽  
Brand Reputation ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Positive Effect

Fashion companies are trying to increase the efficiency of their communication with consumers by providing information on sustainable activities or product levels. This study explored the effects of the perceived sustainability level of products offered by sports brands. An online survey was conducted of consumers in their 20s and 30s, and a total of 316 questionnaires were used for the analysis. The structural equation model analysis using AMOS showed that the perceived sustainability level had a positive effect on purchase intention and a negative effect on perceived skepticism. Furthermore, perceived skepticism was confirmed to have a negative effect on purchase intention. By verifying the moderating effect of the perceived brand reputation, it was confirmed that the effect of the perceived sustainability level on purchase intention and the influence of the perceived skepticism on purchase intention differ between high and low brand reputation groups. When the perceived brand reputation is high, the perceived sustainability level has only a direct effect on purchase intention, whereas when the perceived brand reputation is low, only the indirect effect of perceived skepticism appears. This study contributes to the literature and practice by verifying that perceived skepticism plays an important role in the purchasing behavior of sustainable products in fashion.

scholarly journals Exploring the Drivers behind Self-Reported and Measured Food Wastage

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (20) ◽  
pp. 5677 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elimelech ◽  
Ert ◽  
Ayalon
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Self Reports ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Meal Planning ◽  
Food Wastage

Understanding households’ food waste drivers is crucial for forming a coherent policy to meet the sustainable development goals. However, current studies have documented mixed evidence regarding food waste determinants. Most studies have relied on self-reports, assuming they reflect actual behaviors. This study applies a structural equation model that evaluates both self-reported and measured food wastage, and how they are affected by different households’ attributes, attitudes, and behaviors. As such, it also provides a test for the underlying logic that self-reports are a proxy for actual food waste. Results show that measured food wastage is, at best, weakly correlated with self-reports. Moreover, drivers affecting self-reported and measured food wastage are not necessarily the same. Household size affects only measured food wastage. Source separation behavior negatively affects self-reported and measured food wastage, while environmental attitudes have a negative effect only on self-reports. Meal planning, unplanned shopping, and food purchased have no impact on self-reported and measured food wastage. The relation between self-reported and actual food waste and their drivers are even less understood than we thought. The distinction between self-reports and actual waste is crucial for follow-up research on this subject as well as assessing policy measures.

Music training and the academic achievement of Hong Kong students

2018 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 244-264 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dianne M. Tai ◽  
Shane N. Phillipson ◽  
Sivanes Phillipson
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
Hong Kong ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Perceived Value ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Music Training ◽  
Moderator Effect ◽  
School Subjects ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Effect Of Age

Many Hong Kong Chinese parents believe that music training enhances the academic achievement of their children. The current study investigates the relationship between the extent and outcome of students’ music training, their perceptions of the value of the subjects they study and their academic achievement. A total of 286 students in Primary 4, 5 and 6 from one school in Hong Kong reported the extent and outcome of their music training, including the number of instruments they studied, the number of years spent training, highest grade and highest level achieved. For value, students completed a subscale of the Achievement Task Value Questionnaire to measure their liking and interest, perceived importance and usefulness of their school subjects. A nested structural equation model showed that, for both boys and girls, the extent and outcome of music training positively predicts academic achievement in Chinese, English and mathematics. Furthermore, the model shows that for both boys and girls, students’ perceived value of their school subjects negatively predicts academic achievement in Chinese, and age has a direct and negative effect on mathematics achievement. For girls, age positively moderates the extent and outcome of music training on academic achievement whereas the moderator effect of age on students’ perceived value of academic subjects is non-significant. For boys, in contrast, the moderator effect of age on extent and outcome of music training is non-significant, whereas its effect on students’ perceived value of academic subjects is negative. In broad terms, the results show that parents are justified in believing that music training is positively related to academic achievement. However, the results differ for boys and girls in connection to the role of age in this relationship.

scholarly journals The WOM Effect to Perceived Justice, Satisfaction and Repurchase Intentions

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 16
Author(s):  
Hariyadi Tri Wahyu Putra
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Perceived Fairness ◽  
Repurchase Intentions ◽  
Complaint Handling ◽  
Fairness Theory ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Service Data ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Positive Effect

The background of this research focused on complaint management in catering service in Jakarta, thus focused on justice or fairness theory to explain satisfaction with the complaint handling process with post complaint customer behaviour such as word of mouth (WOM) or repurchase intentions.  The objective (s) of this research was to examine the impact of WOM as mediating variable to perceived fairness, satisfaction, and repurchase intentions. This will hopefully. shed some more light on the post complaint customer behavior process especially in catering service. Data analysis in this research used Structural Equation Model (SEM) with AMOS 4.0 software. Perceived fairness would have a positive effect on satisfaction, but would not have a positive effect on WOM valance and repurchase intentions. Perceived fairness would have a negative effect on WOM dissemination. WOM valance would have a positive effect on repurchase intentions, but would not on satisfaction. WOM dissemination would have a negative effect on satisfaction and WOM valance. but would not significantly on repurchase intentions. Satisfaction would not always have a positive effect on repurchase intentions.

scholarly journals THE INFLUENCE OF MARKETING MIX, PERCEIVED RISK, AND SATISFACTION ON WORD OF MOUTH IN XYZ CLINIC

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 13
Author(s):  
Saka Haditya Murpraptomo ◽  
Lilik Noor Yuliati ◽  
Bagus Sartono
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Word Of Mouth ◽  
Marketing Mix ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Use Of Social Media ◽  
The Right ◽  
Positive Effect

The increasing need for health services, peoples who lived in the Pekayon, Bekasi City were given the opportunity to choose the right clinic. Word of mouth is a marketing technique that can be used by clinics. This study aims to analyze the effects of the marketing mix, perceived risk, and satisfaction on word of mouth at XYZ clinic. The research is a descriptive method with a survey using questionnaires and 200 respondents as the sample. Furthermore, the data analysis technique is descriptive with SPSS16.0 software and Structural Equation Model (SEM) with LISREL 8.70. Based on the results, it can be concluded that the marketing mix has a positive effect on perceived risk, marketing mix has a positive effect on satisfaction, perceived risk has a negative effect on satisfaction, marketing mix has a positive effect on word of mouth, perceived risk has a negative effect on word of mouth, and satisfaction has a positive effect on word of mouth. Referring to these conclusions, it can be confirmed that the clinical management of doctor XYZ needs to improve employee services, convenience the patient that this clinic has expert doctors, and utilizing the use of social media as a marketing strategy.

scholarly journals Effect of guilt and the love of money on avoiding luxury clothing brand purchasing

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-31
Author(s):  
İbrahim Bozacı
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Luxury Brands ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Love Of Money ◽  
The Love Of Money ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Questionnaire Method

Consumers may avoid purchasing luxury brands, which may cause negative feelings, such as low income and moral beliefs. It is essential to know the factors that affect the intentions to avoid luxury consumption and develop suggestions for businesses that market these products and know this relatively less studied aspect of consumer behaviour. In this study, the feeling of guilt arising from purchasing high-priced luxury clothing products and the effect of love of money, which expresses the individual's approach to money, on avoiding purchasing these products is questioned. Within the scope of the research, primary data were collected by face-to-face questionnaire method in Kirikkale province of Turkey, and the obtained data were tested with the structural equation model. As a result of the analysis, the feeling of guilt and the love of money (except for the motivation and wealth dimension) affect avoidance of purchasing luxury clothing. It was concluded that the variable affecting this intention the most was guilt and that the success dimension of the love of money had a negative effect. Finally, the research results were interpreted, and recommendations were made to researchers and businesses.

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