Strategic Advantage in Web Tourism Promotion

2016 ◽  
pp. 597-618 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arunasalam Sambhanthan ◽  
Alice Good
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Tourism Promotion ◽  
Level Data ◽  
Process Level ◽  
Trust Information

This research informs the means to develop an e-commerce strategy for web based tourism promotion of hotels located in developing countries. The study explored the aspects related to the use of information systems in web based tourism promotion, along with a focus on the organizational factors affecting the use of e-commerce strategy. Interviews were conducted with the managers of selected five sample hotels located in Sri Lanka. A structured web content analysis was undertaken for all five sample hotels to trace process level data on the e-commerce web content. Specific aspects of web content analysis include interactivity, trust, information and value adding features. Instrument for web content analysis was developed by the researcher. The outcome of research produces an outline for developing an e-commerce strategy for hotels located in developing countries to achieve strategic advantages in web based tourism promotion.

scholarly journals Strategic Advantage in Web Tourism Promotion

2014 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-21
Author(s):  
Arunasalam Sambhanthan ◽  
Alice Good
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Tourism Promotion ◽  
Level Data ◽  
Process Level ◽  
Trust Information

This research informs the means to develop an e-commerce strategy for web based tourism promotion of hotels located in developing countries. The study explored the aspects related to the use of information systems in web based tourism promotion, along with a focus on the organizational factors affecting the use of e-commerce strategy. Interviews were conducted with the managers of selected five sample hotels located in Sri Lanka. A structured web content analysis was undertaken for all five sample hotels to trace process level data on the e-commerce web content. Specific aspects of web content analysis include interactivity, trust, information and value adding features. Instrument for web content analysis was developed by the researcher. The outcome of research produces an outline for developing an e-commerce strategy for hotels located in developing countries to achieve strategic advantages in web based tourism promotion.

scholarly journals Exploring the Viewpoint of Oil Industry Employees about Factors Affecting the Success of Standard Operating Procedures

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Iman Shaban ◽  
Ali asghar Farshad ◽  
Rasoul Yarahmadi ◽  
Morteza Mansourian ◽  
Seyedeh Melika Kharghani Moghadam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Work Performance ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Standard Operating Procedures ◽  
Oil Refining ◽  
Positive Perception ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Standard Operating

Background: Different factors affect the success of standard operational procedures (SOPs). This study was conducted to explore the viewpoints of employees of Tehran Oil Refining Company about factors affecting the usability of SOPs. Methods: This qualitative study was a conventional content analysis research conducted on the oil refining company employers 2020, using  the semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed by content analysis method using MAXQDA software. Results: The results showed that the employees had a positive perception toward the standard operating procedures and most of them used these procedures to improve work performance and reduce accidents. Also, from the viewpoint of the employees, organizational factors (desirable organizational culture, continuous supervision and evaluation and assurance of accurate implementation of instructions, and continuous personnel training), individual factors (positive perception of the personnel about the organization goals, rules obedience of the personnel, positive experiences of personnel from the implementation of instructions in the past), and environmental factors (environmental dynamics and their related SOP dynamics, desirable but formal relationships of managers and supervisors with personnel as well as optimal and standard work schedule) had a positive effect on the applicability of these procedures. Conclusion: The findings of this study showed that the employees, consider standard operating procedures of organizational, individual, and environmental factors effective in using standard operating instructions. Therefore, to increase the applicability of these procedures, the employees should consider their opinions.

Factors Affecting Willingness of Industries to Adopt Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

2020 ◽  
pp. 770-790
Author(s):  
Amarpreet S. Kohli ◽  
Cheng Peng
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Relative Advantage ◽  
Perceived Benefits ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
High Investment ◽  
Frequency Identification ◽  
Quality Of Transmission

This research examined the willingness of businesses and industries to adopt RFID. It was postulated that motivation to adopt RFID is influenced by the technological context, organizational factors, and perceived benefits of using RFID. Data was collected from Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals members using a 19-question web-based survey. Relative advantage that firms can achieve and the perceived benefits in improving product quality and information sharing along with better traceability in the supply chain were significant predictors of RFID adoption. Within the technological contexts, the visible obstacles of RFID adoption through quality of transmission and reliability, understanding of overly high investment costs, and importance of the privacy concerns were all significant. The IT readiness of a firm was also a significant predictor of RFID adoption in the organizational factor, however the size of an organization was not at all linked to the RFID adoption decisions. The results point to a number of important conclusions that are informative for various business and industries that might be contemplating to adopt RFID technology in their operations.

scholarly journals Factors Affecting Nurses’ Perceived Organizational Commitment: A Qualitative Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 303-311 ◽  
Author(s):  
Faribah Sepahvand ◽  
Foorozan Atashzadeh Shoorideh ◽  
Soroor Parvizy ◽  
Mansoureh Zagheri Tafreshi
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Nurse Managers ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Clinical Nurses

Objective: Nurses’ organizational commitment is one of the most important factors that facilitates their professional evolution and influences the method of care provision, quality of care, and patients’ satisfaction. The aim of this study was identified the factors that affect nurses’ perceived organizational commitment. Material and Methods: This qualitative study, conducted on 16 clinical nurses employed in Social Security Hospital of Khorramabad, Iran, during five months from May to September 2015, used deep semi-structured interviews. Purposive sampling method was used for the selection of nurses and the data were analyzed using conventional qualitative content analysis. Lincoln & Guba’s criteria were used to secure data accuracy and stability. Results: Sixteen subcategories, five categories, and three themes were distilled during content analysis process. The abstracted themes included “organizational factors”, “occupational challenges”, and “contributory management”. Conclusion: Our findings showed that numerous factors present in nurses’ profession and work environment may influence the rate of nurses’ interest and commitment in the hospital and the related organization. Hence, nurse managers can foster the promotion of nurses’ organizational commitment through creating the required suitable conditions. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.18(2) 2019 p.303-311

Implications for Improving Accessibility to E-Commerce Websites in Developing Countries

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arunasalam Sambhanthan ◽  
Alice Good
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Web Accessibility ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
User Centered Design ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Accessibility Issues ◽  
Accessibility Guidelines ◽  
Hotel Websites

This research explores the accessibility issues with regard to the e-commerce websites in developing countries, through a study of Sri Lankan hotel websites. A web survey and a web content analysis were conducted as the methods to elicit data on web accessibility. Factors preventing accessibility were hypothesized as an initial experiment. Affecting design elements are identified through web content analysis, the results of which are utilized to develop specific implications for improving web accessibility. The hypothesis tests show that there is no significant correlation between accessibility and geographical or economic factors. However, physical impairments of users have a considerable influence on the accessibility of web page user interface if it has been designed without full consideration of the needs of all users. Poor readability and less navigable page designs are two observable issues, which pose threats to accessibility. The lack of conformance to W3C accessibility guidelines and the poor design process are the specific shortcomings which reduce the overall accessibility. Further enhancements are suggested with adherence to principles, user – centered design and developing customizable web portals compatible for connections with differing speeds. Re-ordering search results has been suggested as one of the finest step towards making the web content accessible for users with differing needs.

scholarly journals Using web content analysis to create innovation indicators—What do we really measure?

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 1601-1637
Author(s):  
Mikaël Héroux-Vaillancourt ◽  
Catherine Beaudry ◽  
Constant Rietsch
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Innovation Process ◽  
Advanced Materials ◽  
External Financing ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Ip Protection ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Corporate Websites ◽  
Core Concepts ◽  
Innovation Indicators

This study explores the use of web content analysis to build innovation indicators from the complete texts of 79 corporate websites of Canadian nanotechnology and advanced materials firms. Indicators of four core concepts (R&D, IP protection, collaboration, and external financing) of the innovation process were built using keywords frequency analysis. These web-based indicators were validated using several indicators built from a classic questionnaire-based survey with the following methods: correlation analysis, multitraits multimethods (MTMM) matrices, and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). The results suggest that formative indices built with the questionnaire and web-based indicators measure the same concept, which is not the case when considering the items from the questionnaire separately. Web-based indicators can act either as complements to direct measures or as substitutes for broader measures, notably the importance of R&D and the importance of IP protection, which are normally measured using conventional methods, such as government administrative data or questionnaire-based surveys.

Organizational factors affecting supply chains in developing countries

2008 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 234-251 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunil Babbar ◽  
Helena Addae ◽  
Jerry Gosen ◽  
Sameer Prasad
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Factors Affecting

scholarly journals Findings from a web content analysis of resources targeting sporting coaches aimed at educating or upskilling on eating disorders and disordered eating in athletes

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca L. Haslam ◽  
Erin D. Clarke ◽  
Scarlett Gray ◽  
Rachel Gearon ◽  
Kirrilly Pursey
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Disordered Eating ◽  
English Language ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Training Resources

Abstract Background Eating disorders (ED) and disordered eating (DE) are highly prevalent in athletes. Coaches can play a role in the prevention of EDs and DE behaviours and are well placed to support athletes with an ED. However, coaches feel under-qualified and lack time and resources for supporting athletes and it is unclear the quality of training and resources available to upskill coaches in this space. Therefore, a web-based content analysis was undertaken to determine the type and source of online education resources currently available to coaches to help identify, prevent, manage and refer on for ED/DE behaviours. Methods Three major search engines were searched using a combination of the following terms: (1) DE or ED resource and (2) coaches or sport. Included websites were specific for DE/EDs in athletes; targeted at coaches or sporting organisations; written in the English language; and published by a reputable site. Results Twenty four out of 600 websites met inclusion criteria. The main reasons for exclusion were irreputable sites and websites not targeting coaches. The majority of included webpages were from professional bodies (n = 17) and targeted coaches (n = 24) and sporting organisations (n = 15), with an average quality rating of 4.2 out of 6. All websites provided educational resources but none provided official training. The most common topics discussed on these websites was ED/DE signs and symptoms (n = 17), and the effects of ED/DE on performance, mental and physical health (n = 11). Conclusion Few reputable online resources were identified in the current review. There is a need for more comprehensive education and training resources aimed at coaches and athletic organisations to help prevent, identify, manage and refer on for ED/DE behaviours.

Business/IT Alignment Framework within e-Government System Case Study

2012 ◽  
pp. 179-193
Author(s):  
Kamal Atieh ◽  
Abd Ulgahfoor Mohammad ◽  
Tarek Khalil ◽  
Fadi Bagdadlian
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Senior Managers ◽  
Implementation Framework ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
It Alignment ◽  
Government Project

The purpose of this chapter is to study the effect of Business Information Technology (BIT) alignment on e-Government success in developing countries and all factors affecting this alignment. Therefore, the chapter studies the multiple factors on BIT alignment, such as people, process, and organizational factors. This research discusses some of the possible factors in developing countries with the case study of Syria. Any e-Government project needs all government resources (IT, financial, and human) and not only a single organization resources in order to be able to harness the benefits from all resources to improve an organization work, and this may imply the existence of BIT alignment. Therefore, the gap between business and IT teams seems to be one of the most important factors negatively impacting the implementation of e-Government. Therefore, filling in this gap may help in avoiding the failure of e-Government projects in developing countries in general and in Syria in particular. This case study contains an analysis of related documents and involves 20 semi-structured interviews with senior managers, e-Government project team members, and independent experts from the academics field. This research shows the need for BIT alignment as one of the most important factors that should be considered for the success of any e-Government project. An e-Government implementation framework based on the BIT alignment was developed as a result of the case study of Syria.

Factors Affecting Willingness of Industries to Adopt Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 24-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amarpreet S. Kohli ◽  
Cheng Peng
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Relative Advantage ◽  
Perceived Benefits ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
High Investment ◽  
Frequency Identification ◽  
Quality Of Transmission

This research examined the willingness of businesses and industries to adopt RFID. It was postulated that motivation to adopt RFID is influenced by the technological context, organizational factors, and perceived benefits of using RFID. Data was collected from Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals members using a 19-question web-based survey. Relative advantage that firms can achieve and the perceived benefits in improving product quality and information sharing along with better traceability in the supply chain were significant predictors of RFID adoption. Within the technological contexts, the visible obstacles of RFID adoption through quality of transmission and reliability, understanding of overly high investment costs, and importance of the privacy concerns were all significant. The IT readiness of a firm was also a significant predictor of RFID adoption in the organizational factor, however the size of an organization was not at all linked to the RFID adoption decisions. The results point to a number of important conclusions that are informative for various business and industries that might be contemplating to adopt RFID technology in their operations.

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