scholarly journals Cyberstalking Victimization Model Using Criminological Theory: A Systematic Literature Review, Taxonomies, Applications, Tools, and Validations

Electronics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (14) ◽  
pp. 1670
Author(s):  
Waheeb Abu-Ulbeh ◽  
Maryam Altalhi ◽  
Laith Abualigah ◽  
Abdulwahab Ali Almazroi ◽  
Putra Sumari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Review Paper ◽  
Essential Element ◽  
Routine Activities ◽  
Criminological Theory ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Proposed Model

Cyberstalking is a growing anti-social problem being transformed on a large scale and in various forms. Cyberstalking detection has become increasingly popular in recent years and has technically been investigated by many researchers. However, cyberstalking victimization, an essential part of cyberstalking, has empirically received less attention from the paper community. This paper attempts to address this gap and develop a model to understand and estimate the prevalence of cyberstalking victimization. The model of this paper is produced using routine activities and lifestyle exposure theories and includes eight hypotheses. The data of this paper is collected from the 757 respondents in Jordanian universities. This review paper utilizes a quantitative approach and uses structural equation modeling for data analysis. The results revealed a modest prevalence range is more dependent on the cyberstalking type. The results also indicated that proximity to motivated offenders, suitable targets, and digital guardians significantly influences cyberstalking victimization. The outcome from moderation hypothesis testing demonstrated that age and residence have a significant effect on cyberstalking victimization. The proposed model is an essential element for assessing cyberstalking victimization among societies, which provides a valuable understanding of the prevalence of cyberstalking victimization. This can assist the researchers and practitioners for future research in the context of cyberstalking victimization.

Consumers’ self-congruence with a “Liked” brand

2017 ◽  
Vol 51 (2) ◽  
pp. 367-390 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elaine Wallace ◽  
Isabel Buil ◽  
Leslie de Chernatony
Keyword(s):  
Social Relations ◽  
Brand Loyalty ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Tie Strength ◽  
Brand Love ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Image

Purpose Brand “Likes” on Facebook facilitate self-expression, forming part of consumers’ virtual selves. Yet, consumers’ brand “Likes” may bear little resemblance to their material realities. This paper aims to test similarities of brand image with self-image for Facebook “Likes” to determine whether self-congruence with a “Liked” brand leads to positive offline brand outcomes. It also investigates whether consumers’ perceptions about their Facebook social relations influence self-congruent brand “Likes”. Design/methodology/approach A large-scale survey was conducted of regular Facebook users who “Liked” brands. Data from 438 respondents was analysed and hypotheses tested using structural equation modeling. Findings Empirical results show that the perceived self-congruence with a “Liked” brand increases with social tie strength. Perceived social tie strength is informed by perceived attitude homophily. When the perceived self-congruence with a “Liked” brand is higher, brand love and word of mouth (WOM) are enhanced. Consumers also have greater brand loyalty and offer more WOM when brands are loved. Research limitations/implications Findings demonstrate the influence of consumers’ cognitive network on “Likes” and brand outcomes. Further replication would enhance generalisability. Future research should use a wider sample and investigate other variables. Practical implications Findings support managers seeking to grow and analyse Facebook “Likes” by providing insights into brand loyalty, brand love and WOM for “Liked” brands. Originality/value The paper addresses the dearth of research exploring how consumers’ perceptions of their Facebook network influence their online brand behaviour and how perceived self-congruence with a “Liked” brand relates to brand outcomes.

scholarly journals Linking Information Sharing And Supplier Network Responsiveness With Delivery Dependability Of A Firm

2011 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashish A. Thatte ◽  
Vikas Agrawal ◽  
Shahnawaz Muhammed
Keyword(s):  
Information Sharing ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
First Century ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Delivery Performance ◽  
Research Findings

<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; margin: 0in 0.5in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">The twenty first century organization is required to provide accurate on time deliveries in addition to providing high quality products at low costs. This can be achieved if various processes within and between the organizations are streamlined and well defined. Several studies have indicated the significance of various manufacturing (or internal) practices that are instrumental in creating time-based competitive capability. Collaborative relations and information sharing practices with suppliers have long been believed to positively impact the responsiveness and delivery performance of organizations and supply chains. Responsive suppliers can play a key role in affecting a firm&rsquo;s own delivery performance. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp;</span>This research investigates and tests the relationships between information sharing practices of a firm, supplier network responsiveness, and delivery dependability of a firm. The large scale web-based survey yielded 294 responses from industry professionals in the manufacturing and supply chain area. The proposed relationships were tested using structural equation modeling. The research findings point out that higher level of information sharing practices can lead to improved supplier network responsiveness, and higher levels of supplier network responsiveness can have a direct positive impact on delivery dependability of a firm. The implications of our findings are discussed and directions for future research are provided.</span></span></p>

A repurchase intention model of Indonesian herbal tea consumers: integrating perceived enjoyment and health belief

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nidya Astrini ◽  
I Gede Mahatma Yuda Bakti ◽  
Tri Rakhmawati ◽  
Sik Sumaedi ◽  
Medi Yarmen
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Health Belief ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Repurchase Intention ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Marketing Process ◽  
Proposed Model

PurposeThis research seeks to develop a model to predict repurchase intention based on the modified theory of planned behavior (TPB).Design/methodology/approachThis research is quantitative study involving 150 respondents from five major cities in Indonesia. Data were collected using a questionnaire. Data analysis used confirmatory factor analysis–structural equation modeling (CFA–SEM).FindingsThe research instrument and the proposed model were fit. However, health belief was not proven to have a significant impact on attitude. The perceived behavioral control (PBC) also did not significantly affect repurchase intention.Research limitations/implicationsFuture research that utilizes TPB should incorporate emotional belief as part of the attitude variable.Practical implicationsIn the designing and marketing process, managers of herbal teas companies should consider the health benefits of their products and the feeling of joy it might incite.Originality/valueThe TPB was initially constructed from three variables: subjective norm, attitude and perceived behavioral control (PBC). Unlike previous research, this study considered cognitive and emotional beliefs as the factors that affected attitude.

scholarly journals Introducing a departmental branding model to improve the visibility and legitimacy of internal support functions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Lisa Kurscheidt
Keyword(s):  
Brand Equity ◽  
Value Chain ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Essential Element ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Power Budget ◽  
Support Functions ◽  
Internal Customer ◽  
Internal Support

Branding for its part has experienced similar to marketing a broadening of the concept (Bastos and Levy 2012; Merz, He, and Vargo 2009). From being seen as a sub-discipline of marketing focusing only on product attributes (Louro and Cunha 2001), the relationship-focus era (Blackston 1992; Webster 2000) with its shift to brand value co-created by all stakeholders of the brand, has paved the way for branding to broaden in its own right (Ballantyne and Aitken 2007; Brodie, Glynn, and Little 2006). However, for the particular area in the organization – the department itself – only little research can be found on the application of branding in an inter-departmental context of a corporation (Beck 2010; Benson and Kinsella 2017; Cheskis 2012; Esser and Schelenz 2011; Jessl 2010; Rahman and Areni 2010; Siems and Lackus 2010). For instance, Siems and Lackus (2010, p. 32) observed: “what remains neglected is the understanding of internal customer-supplier relations and the relevance of branding in this relationship as an essential element of internal marketing (…). This is interesting – and important – because the sub-units themselves can represent the own brand and brand personalities: Internal services can be ‘internal brands’.” Within the organization, departments compete for scarce resources such as power, budget, personnel, top management awareness, recognition and legitimacy (Hybels 1995; Tyler 2006; Verhoef and Leeflang 2009; Webster Jr., Malter, and Ganesan 2005). In particular, internal support functions face challenges in their internal market for visibility and legitimacy e.g. due to their subordinate and “invisible” position in the value chain (Menon 2012; Park et al. 2012; Porter 1985; Rust et al. 2004). Despite there being a need for departments to position themselves in their own competing environment, there is no branding model with which such a sub-organization can address its market and business challenges. This thesis is a first attempt to close this research gap by proposing and discussing a model for departmental branding that can be applied to internal departments. The model shows what elements and stages comprise a departmental branding model and how it can contribute to improving visibility and legitimacy. Of particular note is next to the aspect of brand identity the central importance of employee branding as being a source of high influence on the brand equity for internal departments. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to identify the determinants of departmental brand equity. It could be revealed that departmental brand trust, predicted by communication and customer-supplier relationships, has the strongest effects on departmental brand equity. This allows to conclude that departmental brand equity is built through the internal customer’s social interactions and relations with the department’s employees. Finally, an action-oriented case study was conducted to provide practical insights into the application of departmental branding for the purpose of increasing the visibility and legitimacy of an internal support function. Learnings are discussed as well as facilitators and barriers derived for the successful adoption of the departmental branding model in future research.

Extending the Learning Technology Acceptance Model of WeChat by Adding New Psychological Constructs

2020 ◽  
Vol 58 (6) ◽  
pp. 1121-1143
Author(s):  
Zhonggen Yu
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Technology Acceptance Model ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Acceptance Model

The extended constructs of technology acceptance model (TAM) have rarely been linked to psychological influence factors. This study complements for the missing link in literature through structural equation modeling and a nonparametric Mann–Whitney U test based on the data obtained from a large-scale questionnaire survey. It is concluded that (a) conformity behavior can be integrated into the TAM to establish a fit model in WeChat use in language learning at the significance level .05, (b) self-esteem can be integrated into the TAM to establish a fit model in WeChat use in language learning at the significance level .05, and (c) there are no significant gender differences in the extended constructs in the TAM in WeChat use in language learning at the significance level .05. Future research may extend the constructs further in psychology in order to complement for missing links in current literature. It is also promising to establish a sociocultural TAM with respect to mobile device acceptance in both western and eastern contexts.

Gender, trust and risk-taking: a literature review and proposed research model

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 221-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachid Zeffane
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Risk Taking ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Hypothetical Model ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Propensity To Trust ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities

Purpose – This paper aims to review and discuss recent literature on gender, trust, risk-taking and entrepreneurship. On this basis, a hypothetical model as a basis for theoretical and hypothetical development in future research is proposed. Design/methodology/approach – This paper presents a review of the literature on gender, trust, risk-taking and entrepreneurship. A hypothetical model that can form the basis of future research in the field of entrepreneurship is developed. Findings – In recent years, the issue of gender and its effect on entrepreneurship has been the subject of much debate and controversies. While some studies have shown that gender differences tend to affect intentions to become an entrepreneur, other studies deny any significant differences in this regard. Among these, a significant number of studies reveal that women are less likely to engage in entrepreneurial activities than their male counterparts. One of the major reasons provided for these gender disparities is the tendency of women to be less predisposed to taking risk than their male counterparts. This may in itself be the resultant of gender differences in their predisposition to trust. Research limitations/implications – The arguments and proposed model are in need of empirical testing and verifications. Future research may consider and test the validity of the model. Use of structural equation modeling in this regard may prove beneficial. Practical implications – The proposed model may also be considered by governments and stakeholders vested with tasks of promoting the participation of females in entrepreneurial activities in various contexts. This would entail that the factors of risk-taking/aversion and propensity to trust be considered and alleviated. Originality/value – In examining the underlying reasons for gender differences in entrepreneurial activities, the research to date has not incorporated the interplay of risk propensity and the propensity to trust. The proposed model incorporates these to help unravel the “enigma” of gender differences in entrepreneurship.

Orchestrating service brand touchpoints and the effects on relational outcomes

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 777-788 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdullah J. Sultan
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Quality ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Customer Experience ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Telecom Industry ◽  
Relational Outcomes

Purpose This research aims to identify critical brand touchpoints that generate value for customers and brands and examine their effects on two relational outcomes: relationship quality and word of mouth (WOM). Design/methodology/approach Three studies combining qualitative and quantitative research provide evidence distinguishing four different stages of customer experience in the telecom industry and develop a research model of staged customer experience; structural equation modeling analyses are used to validate the proposed model and test for the examined effects. Findings Customer experience in the telecom industry consists of four related but distinct stages (i.e. pre-touch, in-touch, post-touch and service failure) and these stages have direct and indirect effects on WOM. Furthermore, the effects of customer experience stages on WOM are partially mediated by relationship quality. Research limitations/implications The research model introduced here will allow academics and practitioners to focus their efforts on important touchpoints that influence relationship quality and WOM. Future research should examine the proposed model of staged customer experience in different applications and industries. Practical implications A common myth among marketers is that firms should design a painless experience if they want a superior market position. While avoiding a drain on financial resources, the prime objective should be to provide a holistic customer experience that is valuable to customers and the brand alike. Marketers should disregard touchpoints and stages that do not provide noticeable value. Originality/value This research answers the call for a more appropriate model to elucidate the factors that link customer experience with relational outcomes.

scholarly journals Understanding Consumer Attitudes Toward Web-based Communication Tools

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Raghu Kurthakoti ◽  
Siva K. Balasubramanian ◽  
John H. Summey
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Viral Marketing ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Behavior Domain

<p>Motivated by the growing role of online transactions and Web-related Word-Of-Mouth (WWOM) in the consumer behavior domain, we propose a theoretical model that relates two antecedents (consumers’ community and content ownership) to attitudes toward four WWOM tools (Viral Marketing, Consumer-Produced Ads, Consumer Web Logs, and Collaborative Filters). The model and related hypotheses are empirically tested with the structural equation modeling (SEM) approach, using data from a large-scale survey. Results validated most of the proposed hypotheses and generated new insights. For example, we found that the direct relation between consumers’ community and their attitude toward blogs was completely mediated by their sense of content ownership. Finally, we delineate the limitations of the study and outline directions for future research.</p>

The influences of suppliers on buyer market competitiveness: an opportunism perspective

2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Xiang Yen ◽  
Shiu-Wan Hung
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Asset Specificity ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Specific Investments ◽  
Market Competitiveness ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Alternative Attractiveness ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to propose an integrated model based on buyer and supplier opportunism to show the mechanism through which current and competing suppliers influence buyer market competitiveness. Design/methodology/approach Questionnaires were distributed to purchasing staff in listed electronics firms in Taiwan to collect empirical data. Structural equation modeling was used to analyze these data and examine the fitness of the proposed model. Findings The findings show that current and competing suppliers influence buyer market competitiveness through supplier opportunistic behaviors and buyer commitment. The alternative attractiveness of competing suppliers affects buyer market competitiveness through the influence of asset specificity. Supplier opportunism negatively and indirectly influences buyer market competitiveness through buyer commitment. Nevertheless, buyer opportunism does not influence buyer commitment and market competitiveness. Research limitations/implications The investigation focused on only one industry in one country. Future research could investigate other industries and countries to increase the generalizability of the findings. Practical implications The results suggest that buyers can focus on utilizing the pressure of alternative suppliers to improve market competitiveness through increased specific investments by the current supplier. Originality/value On the basis of buyer–supplier opportunism, this study shows the mechanism through which the asset specificity of current suppliers and alternative attractiveness influence buyer market competitiveness.

Cross-Lagged Relationships Between Self-Esteem, Self-Construal, and Happiness in a Three-Wave Longitudinal Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 177-185
Author(s):  
Daniela Moza ◽  
Laurențiu Maricuțoiu ◽  
Alin Gavreliuc
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Time Lag ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Self Construal ◽  
Self Worth ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Independent Person

Abstract. Previous research established that an independent construal of the self is associated with higher self-esteem, which, in turn, is associated with increased happiness. Regarding the directionality of these relationships, theoretical arguments have suggested that self-construal precedes self-esteem and that self-esteem precedes happiness. However, most research in this area is cross-sectional, thus limiting any conclusions about directionality. The present study tested these relationships in 101 Romanian undergraduates using a 3-wave cross-lagged design with a 6-month time lag between every two waves. Structural equation modeling analyses revealed that self-esteem is an antecedent of both happiness and dimensions of independent self-construal (i.e., consistency vs. variability and self-expression vs. harmony). In other words, one’s positive evaluation of self-worth precedes one’s self-perception as being a happy and independent person. The findings are discussed with respect to the theoretical and practical implications, along with limitations and suggestions for future research.

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