The Role of Managerial Attitudes in the Adoption of Technological Innovations

2011 ◽  
pp. 1607-1617
Author(s):  
March L. To ◽  
Eric W.T. Ngai
Keyword(s):  
Technological Innovation ◽  
Indirect Effects ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Relative Advantage ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Competitive Pressure ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Intention To Adopt ◽  
Empirical Tests

Managerial attitudes play an important role in facilitating the championship of innovation adop-tion. However, there are few empirical studies which show the mediating role of managerial attitudes as a link between innovation determinants and adoption. Based on innovation theory (Rogers, 1983), we posit a conceptual model to show how managers evaluate internal (relative advantage and compatibility of adopting an innovation) and external (competitive pressure and partner conflict) determinants that affect the intention to adopt technological innovations. We focus on empirical tests conducted on B2C e-commerce. Data collected from 109 differ-ent enterprises indicate that managerial attitudes, through perceived relative advantage and compatibility of adopting a technological innovation, have indirect effects on the intention to adopt the innovation. In addition, competitive pressure has a direct influence on the adoption of an innovation.

Exploring Behaviors and Perceptions Affecting the Adoption of Cloud Computing

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 51-68
Author(s):  
Vanessa Ratten
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Belief System ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Intention To Adopt ◽  
Computing Services ◽  
Cloud Computing Services

Cloud computing is a technological innovation that has been marketed to consumers as a revolution in the way people store and communicate data information. This paper extends previous research on technology adoption behavior of individuals by focusing on the role of e-business entrepreneurs in facilitating cloud computing services. As there are a number of technology adoption theories that can explain the process, this paper reviews the major innovation theories but focuses on social cognitive theory for its theoretical framework. Social cognitive theory is identified in this paper as being the most appropriate theoretical lens to understand e-business entrepreneurship as it focuses on social learning, which is an important determinant of a person adopting cloud computing services. A theoretical framework is developed based on social cognitive theory, which focuses on the role of mobile marketing, a person’s emotions and belief system on their intention to adopt cloud computing services. The findings from this paper may help to bridge the gap between practical usages of new technological innovations like cloud computing services with the impact of e-business strategies on a person’s behavior. This paper also has a number of managerial implications for technology marketers that include focusing on a person’s emotions and belief system on their intention to adopt e-business technologies. Future research avenues for technology marketers of cloud computing services are stated in the paper that highlight the importance of facilitating e-business entrepreneurs to further develop mobile technological innovations.

SETA and Security Behavior

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Winfred Yaokumah ◽  
Daniel Okyere Walker ◽  
Peace Kumah
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Employee Relations ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Security Behavior ◽  
Security Training ◽  
Awareness Programs ◽  
Industry Sectors

This article contends that information security education, training and awareness programs can improve employee security behavior. Empirical studies have analyzed the direct effects of employee security training on security behavior without taking into account the mediating role of employee relations, monitoring, and accountability. Based on employee relations and accountability theories, this study proposes and tests a causal model that estimates the direct effect of employee security training on security behavior as well as its indirect effects as mediated by employee relations, monitoring, and accountability. The empirical analysis relies on a survey data from a cross section of employees from five major industry sectors and a structural equation modeling approach via SmartPLS 3.0. The results show that employee security training has indirect and significant effects on security behavior through its influence on employee relations, monitoring, and accountability. However, the result does not indicate direct and significant effect of security training on employee security behavior.

A patent-based method for monitoring the development of technological innovations based on knowledge diffusion

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Liu ◽  
Runhua Tan ◽  
Zibiao Li ◽  
Guozhong Cao ◽  
Fei Yu
Keyword(s):  
Technological Innovation ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Large Body ◽  
Gompertz Model ◽  
Knowledge Diffusion ◽  
Patent Citation ◽  
Diffusion Models ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Cumulative Number ◽  
Content Type

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the diffusion patterns of knowledge in inspiring technological innovations and to enable monitoring development trends of technological innovations based on patent data analysis, thus, to manage knowledge wisely to innovate. Design/methodology/approach The notion of knowledge innovation potential (KIP) is proposed to measure the innovativeness of knowledge by the cumulative number of patents originated from its inspiration. KIP calculating formula is regressed in forms of two specific diffusion models by conducting a series of empirical studies with the patent-based indicators involving forward and backward citation numbers to reveal knowledge managing strategies regarding innovative activities. Findings Two specific diffusion models for regressing KIP formula are compared by empirical studies with the result indicating the Gompertz model has higher accuracy than the Logistic model to describe the developing curve of technological innovations. Moreover, the analysis of patent-based indicators over diffusion stages also revealed that patents applied at earlier diffusion stages normally has higher forward citation numbers indicating higher innovativeness meanwhile the patents applied at the latter stages usually requiring more knowledge inflows observed by their larger non-patent citation and backward citation amounts. Originality/value Although there is a large body of literature concerning knowledge-based technological innovation, there still room for discussing the mechanism of how knowledge diffuses and inspired knowledge. To the best of authors' knowledge, this study is the first attempt to quantitate the innovativeness of knowledge in technological innovation from the knowledge diffusion perspective with findings to support rational knowledge management related to innovation activities.

Enhancing customer experience using technological innovations

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 469-480 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deependra Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Technological Innovation ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Customer Experience ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Senior Managers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
True Representation ◽  
Hotel Managers

Purpose The study aims to provide a comparative analysis of diverse challenges faced by different categories of hotels during the adoption of technological innovation. It also examines the role of technological innovations in enhancing the customer experience from a practitioner’s perspective. Design/methodology/approach Qualitative research is used to better understand the prevailing trends and execution challenges, using the interview method of collecting data. The sample includes owners and senior managers responsible for managing the property. Findings Indian hotels have lagged behind in technology adoption compared with their western counterparts, though the situation is now changing. The paper highlights the positive impact of technological innovation on customer experience and also identifies constraints in adopting technological innovations. Research limitations/implications All hotels participating in this study were selected from a single region of India. Hence, the results may not be a true representation of comparable hotels nationwide. Practical implications Findings of this study enable hotel managers and owners to appreciate the role of technological innovation as a differentiator and to understand a variety of nuances associated with technological innovation. Understanding of these dimensions will enable them to take cautious decisions about allocating resources for technological innovation and also to ensure that their customers are being offered maximum value-for-money. Originality/value The study was conducted in a developing economy where technological innovation is at a relatively early stage. This study explores its objectives from a practitioner’s perspective.

scholarly journals Technological Innovations Tackling Biodiversity Loss: Solutions or Misdirection?

2019 ◽  
pp. 100-128
Author(s):  
Kate Wilkinson Cross
Keyword(s):  
Technological Innovation ◽  
Biological Diversity ◽  
Biodiversity Loss ◽  
Original Data ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Human Environment ◽  
Economic Growth And Development ◽  
Alternative Approaches ◽  
Ecological Modernisation

Using original data derived from the thematic analysis of three international agreements and the 2016 Conference of the Parties (COP) and Meeting of the Parties (MOP) Decisions, this article examines the incorporation of technology and technological innovation in the biological diversity regime. It finds that that the biodiversity regime incorporates discourses of ecological modernisation and prioritises technological innovation for biodiversity loss, particularly in the 2016 COP and MOP Decisions.The empirical analysis indicates that themes regarding progress, 'improving' the environment and the role of technology in mediating economic growth and development are embedded in references to technology and technological innovation. Drawing on an ecofeminist perspective, this article examines how these themes highlight the prioritisation of technological innovation to prevent biodiversity loss. The author concludes that this prioritisation inhibits opportunities to fully engage with developing alternative approaches towards resolving environmental problems as these approaches require a re-evaluation of the societal institutions and practices that exploit and destroy the non-human environment.

scholarly journals THE MODERATING ROLE OF TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE AND PATIENT SATISFACTION

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 176-184
Author(s):  
Sulaiman Abdullahi Bambale ◽  
Kaltume Mohammed Kamselem ◽  
Saheed Ademola Lateef ◽  
Ng Mui Qing ◽  
Abdullahi Bala Ado
Keyword(s):  
Patient Satisfaction ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Technological Innovation ◽  
Operational Performance ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Moderating Role

Abstract: The main purpose of this study is to explore the moderating role of technological innovations on the relationship between operational performance towards patient satisfaction. The study presented the first step towards a systematic and theoretical approach in understanding the patient satisfaction. To achieve this, the theory synthesizing and model approaches are adopted. Self-administrated questionnaires will be used to gather data. The findings highlighted that healthcare establishments need to focus on technology-based services due to the decreasing level of satisfaction when population rises. In order to cope with this issue, technological based management system and equipment’s need to be introduced to enhance the operational performance of hospitals, which reduces the delays in treatment and ease the burden of practitioners. The strategy also brings improvement in patient care services and higher level of trust towards hospitals. The study also benefits scholars and open a new avenue for researchers and academia. The paper concluded that appropriate measuring protocols such as technology acceptance model (TAM) and technology readiness model (TRM) need to be incorporated to effectively gauge the effectiveness of the organizational performance and patient satisfaction in the light of technological innovation. Keywords: Technological innovation, Operational performance, Patients satisfaction

scholarly journals DOES THE SENSE OF RELATIONAL ENTITLEMENT MEDIATE THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN NARCISSISM AND COUPLE CONFLICT?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Octav Sorin Candel ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Indirect Effects ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Couple Conflict ◽  
Relationship Length ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Romantic Dyads

"Previous literature pointed out that narcissism affects the quality of interpersonal relationships. It has a negative impact on the functioning of the romantic dyads, determining higher levels of conflict and the use of maladaptive conflict resolution styles. However, the mechanisms linking narcissism and couple conflict are not sufficiently explored. This study expands the literature by examining the mediating role of the sense of relational entitlement. Participants in this study were 493 individuals (52.1 % women, M age = 22.39 years old) who were in a romantic relationship during the study (M relationship length = 26 months). The results indicated that some forms of relational entitlement mediated the link between narcissism and couple conflict. A person’s narcissism was related to their level of couple conflict, excessive and assertive entitlement. Both types of entitlement were related to conflict but in opposite directions. Higher excessive entitlement was associated with higher conflict, while higher assertive entitlement was associated with lower conflict. The indirect effects through both types of entitlement were significant. Restricted entitlement was not associated with narcissism or couple conflict. This study showed that although narcissism can lead to higher levels of relational entitlement and conflict, not all forms of entitlement negatively contributed to couple conflict."

scholarly journals THE ROLE OF JOB CRAFTING ON THE PROMOTION OF FLOW AND WELLBEING

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
RITA P. de DEVOTTO ◽  
CLARISSA P. P. FREITAS ◽  
SOLANGE M. WECHSLER
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Structural Equations ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
Job Crafting ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Flow At Work

ABSTRACT Purpose: To investigate the mediating role of flow at work on the relations of job crafting (task crafting, cognitive crafting and relational crafting) with positive mental health dimensions (emotional well-being, psychological well-being and social well-being). Originality/value: Job crafting actions have been identified as antecedents of the levels of well-being at work. The present study contributed to the literature examining the relationships between job crafting, flow at work, and positive mental health, which have not yet been investigated in previous empirical studies. Design/methodology/approach: The quantitative approach was used through an online questionnaire composed of a sociodemographic questionnaire and three scales. The sample consisted of 386 professionals from different Brazilian states, of which 58% were female, with a mean age of 44 years (SD = 12 years). The data were analyzed through structural equations. Findings: The results of the analysis of structural equations showed that relational crafting had a direct impact on positive mental health. The relations of cognitive crafting with positive mental health were totally mediated by flow at work. We concluded that job crafting, primarily cognitive crafting, influence occupational and general well-being.

scholarly journals Perfectionism and Burnout in Athletes: The Mediating Role of Perceived Stress

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Luke F. Olsson ◽  
Michael C. Grugan ◽  
Joseph N. Martin ◽  
Daniel J. Madigan
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Indirect Effects ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Stress Model ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Psychological Mechanisms ◽  
Athlete Burnout

Perfectionism is a consistent predictor of athlete burnout. Researchers have therefore sought to examine the psychological mechanisms that may explain this relationship. In the present study, guided by Smith’s cognitive-affective stress model, we extend existing research by examining whether perceived stress is one such explanatory factor. A sample of 256 adult athletes completed measures of perfectionism (perfectionistic strivings and perfectionistic concerns), perceived stress, and burnout. Correlational analyses indicated that perfectionistic concerns was positively related to burnout, while perfectionistic strivings was either negatively related or unrelated to burnout. Tests of bias-corrected bootstrapped indirect effects showed that perceived stress mediated the positive relationship between perfectionistic concerns and burnout. This finding was evident when examining total burnout and all three burnout symptoms. It appears that athletes high in perfectionistic concerns are likely to experience heightened levels of stress in sport which may in turn render them more vulnerable to burnout.

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