scholarly journals Model of Absorptive Capacity and Implementation of New Technology for Rural Construction SMEs

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ernawati Mustafa Kamal ◽  
Roger Flanagan
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Rural Area ◽  
Absorptive Capacity ◽  
New Technology ◽  
The Body ◽  
Critical Component ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Different Levels ◽  
Rural Construction

Absorptive capacity has been acknowledged as a critical component for organisations to sustain, grow and compete in their markets. Many researchers have used the concept of absorptive capacity in their analysis at different levels: individual, organisation, industry and country. However, most of the studies focus on very large organisations with sophisticated structures and strong R&D orientation. Very few studies address the theory of absorptive capacity in the context of SME organisations. This paper presents part of the findings of research that investigated absorptive capacity in the context of Malaysian rural construction SMEs. The aim of this paper is to prescribe a model of absorptive capacity for rural construction SMEs. The model is based on validation drawn from five case studies of construction SMEs operating in the rural area in Malaysia. The developed model serves two functions: Firstly, to help rural construction SMEs to understand the issues and process related to absorptive capacity and the implementation, and use of, new technology; secondly, to provide a mechanism for policy makers to transfer new technology to rural contractors. This research contributes to the body of knowledge of absorptive capacity by highlighting issues related to absorptive capacity and implementation of new technology in the context of rural SMEs. Keywords: Absorptive Capacity, Malaysia, Rural Construction, Small and medium sized enterprise (SME).

scholarly journals Mobile Government Adoption Model Based on Combining GAM and UTAUT to Explain Factors According to Adoption of Mobile Government Services

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (03) ◽  
pp. 199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Amin Almaiah ◽  
Ahmad Al-Khasawneh ◽  
Ahmad Althunibat ◽  
Saleh Khawatreh
Keyword(s):  
Integrated Model ◽  
The Body ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Adoption Process ◽  
Critical Factors ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Government Services ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Adoption Model

<p class="Default">This research examines the mobile-government services adoption, by combining both UTAUT and GAM models with adding new constructs for explaining the key factors that affect on adoption of mobile-government services. As a result, the study identified the critical factors that influence users’ to adopt the system, and developed an integrated model as a powerful tool that assists in the adoption process of mobile-government applications. The novelty of this research will be an added value to the body of knowledge and its implications will be vital for researchers and decision/policy makers who are willing to make a change.</p>

Research through design for energy transition: two case studies in Germany and The Netherlands

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sven Stremke ◽  
Sören Schöbel
Keyword(s):  
The Netherlands ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Wind Turbines ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Energy Transition ◽  
The Body ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Research Through Design ◽  
Landscape Transformations

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to enlarge the body of knowledge on research through design (RtD) methods that can be employed by landscape architects and others working on (but not limited to) sustainable energy transition. Design/methodology/approach A specific approach to RtD – qualitative landscape structure analysis (QLSA) – is introduced and illustrated by means of diagrams and photographs. Two case studies showcase the application of QLSA for research on solar parks in the Netherlands and research on wind turbines in the Alpine foothills in Southern Germany. Findings The case studies show how RtD can help to define design principles for large solar parks and arrangement of wind turbines in particular landscape types in the Netherlands and Germany, respectively. In doing so, RtD can help to expand the breadth of spatial research beyond well-established methods such as multi-criteria decision analysis and environmental impact assessment. Originality/value The paper provides insights into contemporary RtD in two countries and affirms the importance of such research with regard to landscape transformations while starting to define a research niche for landscape architects and other environmental designers working on the topic of sustainable energy transition.

Exploring Graduate Entrepreneurship

2005 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul D. Hannon ◽  
Lorna A. Collins ◽  
Alison J. Smith
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Entrepreneurship Education ◽  
The Body ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activity ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Uk Higher Education ◽  
Graduate Entrepreneurship

There is a strong interest in knowledge-based economies in increasing the levels of graduate entrepreneurship. The role of higher education in this context is crucial in enhancing the motivation and capability of graduates to engage in entrepreneurial activity. However, traditional pedagogical approaches in business and management as applied to entrepreneurship education may be limiting the opportunities for students to develop entrepreneurial skills, knowledge and behaviour. If the need for increased levels of graduate entrepreneurship is to be met, it is important to develop more innovative and entrepreneurial approaches. Shifting the underpinning paradigm to one derived from a humanist philosophy suggests a co-learning approach in which both learner and educator participate in the learning process. This paper highlights the need for innovation in the supply of entrepreneurship education in UK higher education institutions to enhance graduate entrepreneurship. The authors reflect on and examine the experience of piloting a collaborative co-learning approach to entrepreneurship education that engages university students from a range of disciplines, local entrepreneurs and educators in the learning and development process. Finally, they explore the challenge that embedding such an approach poses to the development of entrepreneurship education in UK HEIs. The paper adds to the body of knowledge in the area of graduate entrepreneurship and raises important issues for policy makers, practitioners, educators and entrepreneurs.

scholarly journals Financial Inclusion and the Trade-Growth Nexus: Evidence from the Emerging Zimbabwean Economy

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (6A) ◽  
pp. 43-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Maune
Keyword(s):  
Time Series Data ◽  
Trade Openness ◽  
The Body ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
Series Data ◽  
Complementarity Effect ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Academic Knowledge ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Trade Growth

This study examined the effect of financial inclusion in the trade-growth nexus in Zimbabwe using time series data collected from the World Bank databases from 1980 to 2016. The study precisely examined whether financial inclusion is a passage within which trade openness impacts growth in Zimbabwe. Also examined was the complementarity effect of financial inclusion and trade openness on growth. The effect of financial inclusion and trade openness on growth has received much attention from researchers across the globe and literature is awash with theoretical and empirical evidence of such studies. What is yet to be examined is whether financial inclusion is a passage within which trade openness influences growth. The study finds a negative significant effect of financial inclusion and trade openness on growth in Zimbabwe. Moreover, the findings show a complementary, strong and positive nexus linking financial inclusion and trade openness on growth in Zimbabwe. Policy-makers are, however, implored to formulate policies meant to deepen financial inclusion in order to enhance growth through trade openness. The article will help expand the academic knowledge and as such contribute in filling the gap that exists within the body of knowledge. The article is important to policy-makers, the academia, private sector and researchers at large.

Framework for Mobile Marketing

2010 ◽  
pp. 37-57
Author(s):  
Dennis Lee ◽  
Ralf Muhlberger ◽  
Mark Brown
Keyword(s):  
Interaction Design ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Marketing Research ◽  
The Body ◽  
Design Approach ◽  
Mobile Marketing ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Technology Research ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Alternative Perspective

This chapter suggests that mobile marketing research take an Interaction Design approach through the adoption of the Locales Framework as an alternative perspective to investigate the context of mobile marketing. The research shows how such an approach can integrate marketing and new technology research, highlighting the issues and opportunities brought about by the technology within a domain context, i.e. mobile marketing. Given that there are not many theoretically based frameworks available to support mobile marketing research, the application of this framework provides a roadmap for future research in mobile marketing and helps build the body of knowledge in this field.

Highly Attractive Models in Advertising: What Causes Negative Affect?

2013 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-48
Author(s):  
Nguyen Hoang Sinh
Keyword(s):  
Negative Affect ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Female Students ◽  
The Body ◽  
International Programs ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Individual Difference Variables ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Advertising Skepticism

Highly attractive models (HAMs) have been popularly used in advertising to impact psychologically on the message receiver in the hopes of increasing the advertisement’s effectiveness. The marketing literature is replete with evidence of the positive effects of using HAMs. However, support for their effectiveness is somewhat conflicted. The research attempts to add to the body of knowledge, specifically through exploring individual difference variables (model characteristics, product types, comparison motives, and culture) impact on negative affect. This study also investigates whether advertising skepticism determined by culture has an impact on negative affect as a result of a HAM comparison. The methodology uses a 3 (beauty types) x 2 (product types) x 2 (comparison motives) between-subjects experimental design. Respondents for the main study are female students across cultures from international programs and universities in Vietnam. The results supported all hypotheses; except product types shown having no impact on negative affect. The research also confirmed there are interrelationships between culture and skepticism. These findings have implications regarding the potentially negative influence of advertising including HAMs for practitioners, academics and public policy makers.

Framework for Mobile Marketing

E-Marketing ◽  
2012 ◽  
pp. 152-171
Author(s):  
Dennis Lee ◽  
Ralf Muhlberger ◽  
Mark Brown
Keyword(s):  
Interaction Design ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Marketing Research ◽  
The Body ◽  
Design Approach ◽  
Mobile Marketing ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Technology Research ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Alternative Perspective

This chapter suggests that mobile marketing research take an Interaction Design approach through the adoption of the Locales Framework as an alternative perspective to investigate the context of mobile marketing. The research shows how such an approach can integrate marketing and new technology research, highlighting the issues and opportunities brought about by the technology within a domain context, i.e. mobile marketing. Given that there are not many theoretically based frameworks available to support mobile marketing research, the application of this framework provides a roadmap for future research in mobile marketing and helps build the body of knowledge in this field.

Restructuring and Divestitures

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donald D. Bergh
Keyword(s):  
Executive Leadership ◽  
The Body ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Knowledge Development ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Growth Strategies ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Literature Base ◽  
Different Levels ◽  
Is Value

Growth strategies have long been a priority for executive leadership. However, growth can also create problems. Leaders may need to use restructuring and divestiture actions to regain control, improve transparency, and re-establish efficiency. Given that leaders benefit from having insights into the antecedents, processes, outcomes, and decisions associated with unwinding growth most effectively, it is essential to consider the body of knowledge that exists in strategic management on restructuring and divestiture. This review seeks to describe what is currently known and not known about restructuring and divestiture and will give future researchers some suggested directions for further developing knowledge about these expensive and risky actions. The assessment is organized round five key questions that have shaped the field’s literature base: Why do firms divest? How do firms divest? Do divestitures create value? What happens to the divested units? And what are some promising directions for future knowledge development? Afterwards, three challenges for knowledge development are presented: What is value creation and for whom does it matter? What to do about incomplete information? And, is there a need for integrating different levels of strategy? Overall, it is important to identify, develop, and analyze the conceptual models of restructuring and divestiture with the purpose of guiding future research to provide knowledge that decision-makers will find useful as they engage in restructuring and divestitures.

scholarly journals The Impacts of Future Orientation and Financial Literacy on Personal Financial Management Practices among Generation Y in Malaysia: The Moderating Role of Gender

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Rudy Ansar ◽  
Mohd Rahimie Abd Karim ◽  
Zaiton Osman ◽  
Muhamad Shameer Fahmi
Keyword(s):  
Generation Y ◽  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Financial Management ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Future Orientation ◽  
The Body ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Moderating Role

This paper investigated the relationship between future orientation and financial literacy toward personal financial management practices among Generation Y in Malaysia, particularly amongst those who were born between 1981 and 2001 coming from Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Johor, and Penang. A total of 146 valid questionnaires were used for the analysis carried out in this paper. Data was analyzed using the Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) technique using Partial Least Squares (PLS). The outcomes displayed that future orientation and financial literacy have significantly positive effect on personal financial management practices. Nonetheless, gender does not have a moderating role between financial literacy and future orientation on personal financial management practices among Generation Y in Malaysia. The study’s outputs may serve as guidelines by the Malaysian government agencies and policy makers, apart from extending the body of knowledge to shed some light on personal financial management practices. The findings of the study also offer an alternative approach in addressing the escalating bankruptcy issues faced by Generation Y in Malaysia.

scholarly journals The Influence of Cognitive Image on Tourist Loyalty: A Study of Foreign Tourists Visiting Tirana City

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-64
Author(s):  
Irisi Kasapi ◽  
Ines Nurja
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modelling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Image Data ◽  
The Body ◽  
Destination Image ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract This paper attempts to shed light on the concepts of cognitive and affective image and investigate the effects of destination image on tourist loyalty, though one of the aforementioned aspects of destination image. Data was collected using the convenience sampling method. After a review of the most crucial places where foreign visitors could turn into during their stay in Tirana, there were identified a few attractive interception points. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) was used to test the hypotheses constructed. SPSS 20.0 statistical package was employed in this particular study for the descriptive analysis of the sample, while LISREL 9.30 was used for structural equation modelling. The results of the study showed that cognitive image had a direct and significant influence on affective image, explaining in this way the formation process of the destination image concept. Moreover, when examining the relationship between destination image and tourist loyalty it was found out that cognitive image had a direct influence on tourist loyalty. The results of the study prove to be beneficial both at an empirical and practical level. As a matter of fact, it does not only provide insightful information for tourism operators and policy-makers, but it also contributes in the body of knowledge of the country where the study takes place.

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