Case studies in management and business (volume 4)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jan Jan Soon
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Business Research ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Current Volume ◽  
Fourth Volume

This is the fourth volume of the compilation of case studies by UUMs Institute of Management and Business Research (IMBRe).Following the successful publication of its three predecessors, the current Volume 4 selects and includes the best Malaysian case studies in the broad areas of management, economics and marketing. It is IMBRes aspiration to encourage both academics and students to embrace the case-study approach as an effective pedagogical tool.The cases are designed and written by academics to be used for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, in which the academics themselves, more often than not, serve as instructors. Although each case is written specifically to cater for a particular course, it can be adapted for other related courses.

Case Study Approach for Information-Integration of Material Handling

1991 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bipin Chadha ◽  
R. E. Fulton ◽  
J. C. Calhoun
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Information Integration ◽  
Data Flow ◽  
Database Management System ◽  
Commercial Application ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Flow Diagrams ◽  
Data Flow Diagrams

Abstract Information-Integration is vital for keeping manufacturing operations competitive. A case study approach has been adopted to better understand the role of information in integrated manufacturing. Information is now considered a corporate asset. Creation, processing, movement, and security of information is therefore as important as that of the products/services of an enterprise. The case studies have helped in identifying the issues involved in developing an information system and supporting software framework for a manufacturing enterprise. The case studies have helped in refining an integration model, and identifying the characteristics desirable in modeling methodologies and tools. This paper describes a case study dealing with integrated manufacture of optical fiber products. A phased development and implementation approach was adopted where a small, manageable slice of the system is considered for the case study followed by functional modeling (IDEF0) and data flow modeling (Data Flow Diagrams). This identifies the pieces of information of interest. The information relationships are modeled using Extended Entity Relationship (EER) diagrams which are then mapped on to a relational model. The relational tables thus obtained were implemented on a commercial Database Management System. The functional constraints and application interfaces were then built using SQL and commercial application interface tools. The sections in the paper describe the functional models, data flow diagrams, EER diagrams, relational database design, and user/application interfaces developed for the system. Implementation experiences and observations are discussed followed by plans for the next phase of the system.

Design-Based Case Study

2018 ◽  
pp. 50-62
Author(s):  
Cynthia C. M. Deaton ◽  
Jacquelynn A. Malloy
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Design Based Research ◽  
Study Research ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Data Collection And Analysis ◽  
Instructional Innovations

Design-based case studies allow researchers to examine instructional innovations that are bounded by perspective, context, and time. Design-based case study is an approach that blends case study research with design-based research in order to more systematically examine the process and products of an intervention. This approach provides a framework for engaging in iterative cycles of data collection and analysis to determine if, how, and why goals of instructional innovations have been met. This chapter provides an overview of the design-based case study approach and responds to common concerns surrounding case study and design-based research and how design-based case studies address these concerns by building on the strengths of both approaches.

scholarly journals Charity flea markets – an amalgamation of product philanthropy and volunteering

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 203-224
Author(s):  
Sandra Stötzer ◽  
René C. Andeßner ◽  
Sarah Scheichl
Keyword(s):  
Resource Management ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Unique Event ◽  
Flea Markets ◽  
Flea Market

AbstractThis paper offers one of the first efforts at exploring the role of charity flea markets as a fundraising practice used by nonprofits to mobilize various resources like individual and corporate in-kind giving and volunteering in an unique event setting. With the support of volunteers, nonprofits generate cash by reselling product donations and by catering. As an innovative contribution to the so far limited research on flea markets and in-kind giving, our study uses an explorative case study approach based on guided interviews with Austrian flea market operators. The purpose of the case studies is to examine the specifics, benefits, challenges, and prospects of this underexplored funding instrument. Our findings contribute to an enhanced understanding of both charity flea markets and nonprofits̕ resource management and can assist charities in processing in-kind donations effectively and sustainably.

scholarly journals Understanding the organizational critical activities of manufacturers in case studies

2018 ◽  
Vol 185 ◽  
pp. 00022
Author(s):  
Wei-Hsi Hung ◽  
Tsung-Yueh Lu ◽  
Mei-Fang Wu ◽  
Yun-Chen Lin
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Senior Managers ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Internal Operations ◽  
Continuous Activities

Manufacturers tend to carry out certain important and continuous activities with respect to internal operations which could contribute to their success. These activities are termed organization critical activities (OCAs). The main objective of this study is to elicit the OCAs in the manufacturing industry to understand what can cause them to be successful. Through the case study approach including the interviews with the senior managers from three manufacturing companies in Taiwan and a series of prioritizing activities, 12 OCAs have been identified. This study found that Taiwanese manufacturers placed more importance on the activities of quality and cost control while placed relatively less importance on the marketing related activities. More findings and future research suggestions are also provided.

scholarly journals Case study research: opening up research opportunities

2019 ◽  
Vol 55 (1) ◽  
pp. 100-111 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adriana Roseli Wünsch Takahashi ◽  
Luis Araujo
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
The Social ◽  
Internal Coherence ◽  
Opening Up

Purpose The case study approach has been widely used in management studies and the social sciences more generally. However, there are still doubts about when and how case studies should be used. This paper aims to discuss this approach, its various uses and applications, in light of epistemological principles, as well as the criteria for rigor and validity. Design/methodology/approach This paper discusses the various concepts of case and case studies in the methods literature and addresses the different uses of cases in relation to epistemological principles and criteria for rigor and validity. Findings The use of this research approach can be based on several epistemologies, provided the researcher attends to the internal coherence between method and epistemology, or what the authors call “alignment.” Originality/value This study offers a number of implications for the practice of management research, as it shows how the case study approach does not commit the researcher to particular data collection or interpretation methods. Furthermore, the use of cases can be justified according to multiple epistemological orientations.

Commercial MEMS Case Studies: The Impact of Materials, Processes and Designs

2008 ◽  
Vol 1139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jack Martin
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
New Product ◽  
High Volume ◽  
New Materials ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Product Planning ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
The Impact ◽  
New Devices

AbstractMinimizing risk is an important factor in new product planning because high volume breakthrough products require tens of millions of dollars to develop and bring to market. Sometimes risk can be minimized by following the IC model: build new devices on an existing process – just change the mask set. This approach obviously has limits. Adoption of new materials and processes greatly expands the horizon for “disruptive” products. This paper uses a case study approach to examine how changes in masks, materials and unit processes were used, and will continue to be used, to produce MEMS products for high volume applications.

scholarly journals Preparing sports graduates for employment: satisfying employers expectations

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 354-368 ◽  
Author(s):  
Track Dinning
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Interpretive Case Study ◽  
Thematic Review ◽  
Industry Professionals

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore from an employer’s perspective the skills, attributes and capabilities required of a sports graduate, whilst also discovering how a student is expected to demonstrate these skills in the context of a sports organisation. Design/methodology/approach This study adopted a qualitative interpretive case study approach through the use of face-to-face interviews with six employers from sports organisations involved in the delivery of sport. Interviews lasted between 30 and 42 minutes and were recorded. This was followed by a thematic review to allow for common themes to be selected and represented. The results were then reviewed and evaluated by a further 15 industry professionals and sports educators. Findings The results suggest employers seek skills that are characteristically enterprise/entrepreneurship skills, together with an articulation of a “sports graduate” mindset. This mindset is described by the employers as being something which is demonstrated through a combination of behaviours and attributes. The paper concluded that in the classroom, the use of case studies and challenges, where students have to respond to and solve problems by the very nature of the activity, is optimal. Originality/value The originality of this paper lies in both the context of study and the integration of enterprise and entrepreneurship skills that are needed for the changing world of work in sport. The value of the papers is in both the employer’s description of the graduate mindset and also examples of how the skills can be applied in the context of sport.

scholarly journals A Comparative Analysis of Defensive Routines and Theories-In-Use of Engineering and Non-Engineering Managers

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 416-426
Author(s):  
Elizabeth A. Cudney
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Engineering Managers ◽  
Defensive Routines ◽  
Communication Conflict ◽  
Technical Functions ◽  
Threatening Situation

Engineering managers are managers who have an understanding of both the technical and business aspects of organizations.  However, the success of an engineering manager depends on being knowledgeable in both the business and technical functions of an organization. There is a perception that engineers experience challenges in areas such as communication, conflict resolution, and leadership.  Defensive routines are actions implemented as a result of being in an embarrassing or threatening situation.  This research uses a case study approach to measure whether defensive routines are more common in engineering managers or non-engineering managers. 27 managers created case studies based on their unique experiences as managers.  These case studies were scored and the results show that defensive routines are more common in engineering managers than non-engineering mangers.  

scholarly journals Understanding Digital Transformation Initiatives: Case Studies Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 125-141 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Tomičić Furjan ◽  
Katarina Tomičić-Pupek ◽  
Igor Pihir
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Digital Transformation ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
Business Transformation ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Related Data ◽  
Technological Concepts ◽  
Multiple Case

AbstractBackground: Complexity of the digital transformation (Digital Transformation) paradigm and its relation to the fourth technological revolution face companies with serious challenges when it comes to keeping up with the competition or becoming a leader in operating industries.Objectives: The goal of our research is to systematize, analyse and evaluate technological and business concepts of Digital Transformation, in order to identify and investigate Digital Transformation initiatives in Croatia.Methods/Approach: To accomplish this goal, we used a multiple-case study approach to gather data from experts who participated in successful Digital Transformation initiatives.Results: Questionnaires were developed and used to gather both, qualitative background and technology-business related data relevant for Digital Transformation initiatives’ success, discussed in the last part of the paper. The limitation of this study is a relatively small number of case studies (6), as well as its local coverage, resulting therefore with conclusions, which will serve as a base for future studies.Conclusions: There are several background, business, and technology-related concepts or factors relevant to Digital Transformation initiatives: profile and involvement of external Digital Transformation experts; the transformation drivers and expectations. In achieving most significant business concepts for business transformation, no single one right combination of technological concepts could be explicitly determined.

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