A framework of digitalization: Insights based on resource orchestration theory for digital transformation of traditional retailers

The purpose of this article is to explore how traditional retailers implement overall organization digitalization. A cross-case study based on grounded theory was conducted across four traditional retail enterprise cases, respectively from comprehensive supermarket, department store, brand exclusive chain and home appliance chain. Four digitalization tactics dimensions were obtained: physical resource orchestration, human resource orchestration, organizational structure orchestration and ecological relationship orchestration; two digital competition strategies were distinguished: conservative and offensive strategy. Thereby, based on the resource orchestration theory, a procedural strategy framework was developed, which can be used to guide the implementation of digitalization.

Historical Evolution of Audit Theory and Practice

The separation of ownership and control due to industrial revolution and expansionary system of businesses has brought the need for checks and balances by the owners of the businesses. Decision making requires information that is exhaustive, consistent, reliable, and credible and such there is need for cross-examination of records for effective decision making. Starting from fraud detection to attesting to credibility of financial statements are auditing practices. As every field of study has its root, thus this paper examined the historical evolution of audit theory and practice from ancient civilization till present age and focusing on the way forward as regards the future of audit. A desk research was conducted and from the review, it was discovered that lots of transitions have occurred in audit theories and practices over time as business world turns digitalized, thus leading to past audit practices becoming outdated and auditing evolution has reached a critical juncture whereby auditors may not have choice than to adjust to the new technology age system. It is imperative that accountants and auditors ultimately lead the way in adoption and implementation of technology-enhanced auditing.

The use of Prohibited Substances in Playing Games: With special reference to Asian Games

This article highlights the tendency of using prohibited substances by the athletes who participated in Asian Games. The study has utilized Secondary data and data were gathered from the text books and the relevant websites and the database of last eight (8) Asian games held. Descriptive research method was used to analyze the gathered data. Out of all the eight games, the athletes who participated in 1994 Hiroshima games have used the highest number of prohibited substances. Male athletes used prohibited substances more than the female athletes. The most used substance was DHIYDROTESTOSLE. There is a declination of the use of prohibited substances from the first Asian games to the last Asian games.

The Role of products of Microfinance for Reducing the Poverty of the Borrowers: Exploratory Factor Analysis

This paper intend to analyses the structural characteristics of microfinance and statistically categorized them in to five products of microfinance as independent variable and poverty reduction as dependent variable. Data were gathered from 494 borrowers of Samurdhi microfinance program in five districts in Sri Lanka using Likert scale questionnaire. The collected data analyzed by Exploratory Factor analysis using SPSS 21 version. The factor Metrix of the EFA results presented good pattern distribution among 38 items which indicated that six constructs loaded properly which is greater than acceptable threshold >0.5. Therefore, the results explored that the 38 items can be grouped properly into the six constructs based on their items.

Impact of Advertising on Consumer Purchase Decision in Sudan

Advertisements are a tool of communication used in the marketing and promotion of a product or service by the brand. It promotes an integrated marketing communication which emotionally motivates the consumers to make purchases. The advertisement has a strong linkage with the proliferation of the media and the entertainment industry. This research aimed to investigate the impact of advertisements on consumer purchase decisions. The research methodology adopted a primary research design with a quantitative and qualitative approach. Five hundred questionnaires were distributed and 466 questionnaires were collected and included in the study. As per the statistical analysis, a strong positive correlation has been found between advertisement and consumers purchasing decisions. The investigation of this study indicate that consumers consider TV as the most effective tool for the promotion of certain brand products or services. Also, study find that, Purchase decisions were also affected by the seller’s way of showing the product or the method of advertisement. Therefore, there are chances for those interested in the marketing domain to benefit from the findings of this research and may use them to analyse what aspects of advertisements change the buying behaviour and purchasing decisions of consumers.

Structural Equation Model of Guests’ Satisfaction of Inland Resorts in Region xii

The ultimate goal of this research undertaking was to determine the best fit model involving the following exogenous variables: service quality, customer loyalty, and green marketing practices to endogenous variable – guests’ satisfaction. For the purpose of data collection, a survey questionnaire was administered to the various Inland Resorts in Region XII, Philippines with 417 visited guests. Structural equation modelling was used to find the best fit model. Results revealed that service quality, customer loyalty and green marketing practices show a significant relationship with guest satisfaction. However, the three identified exogenous variables service quality, customer loyalty and green marketing practices emerged as key predictors of guests’ satisfaction considering its observed variables as depicted in the final and best fit model of this study.

The Use of e-Learning Course during the COVID-19: A Systems Thinking Approach

In the era of theInternet, most educators have been supported by powerful tools ranging from e-books and e-learning sites to cloud services, and students’ learning environment has been a mix between traditional study (in class) and e-learning through some kind of online learning platform. Due to the uncertainty of the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, all colleges and universities have to shutter their physical campuses and move their courses to remote and online formats hastily. This prompted many to wonder if all of the faculty are ready and qualified to teach online courses and/or if all of the students are ready to learn in the comprehensive online environment. If not, what ultimate impact will be to our higher education during this national emergency virus pandemic since there is no choice but depend on where they sit currently, not to mention the negative reviews and concerns regarding the online education. To make this transfer seamlessly and conflict mitigation, this paper applied systems thinking for an e-Learning course and proposed a flexible grading method for an e-learning environment, which will enhance students’ grades by allowing students to control their own study paces and the amount of efforts spent in the course, which can bring a successful online learning experience.

Structural Equation Model on Work Engagement among Employees of Large Retail Enterprises in Region Xii

The ultimate goal of this research undertaking was to identify the best fit model involving the following exogenous variables: transformational leadership, motivation, and human resource management practices to endogenous variable – work engagement. A survey questionnaire was issued to the various large retail employees in Region XII, Philippines with 425 respondents for the purpose of data collection. The research method used in the analysis was descriptive — correlation design was used to find the best fit model through structural equation modeling. The results revealed that the model presented positive relationship between transformational leadership, motivation and human resource management practices and work engagement. Nevertheless, the three established exogenous variables of transformational leadership, motivation, and human resource management practices emerged as the primary predictors of work engagement, taking into account their observed variables as depicted in the study's final and best fit model.

Awareness of Employee Compensation and its Effect on Employee Motivation

Motivation of the employees plays an essential role to help an organization achieve effectively the objectives in terms of productivity and commitment of its employees. Considering the importance of employees’ motivation, we conducted a research in Nangarhar province of Afghanistan to find whether employees are really affected by the compensation. In other words, what factors can influence the motivation of employees within a company? The data for the study is randomly obtained from 350 employees of distinct private and public organizations through five-likert scale adopted questionnaire. To obtain consistent study results, the ordinary least square an econometric assessment method was used. The results show that rewards have positive and statistically significant impacts on the motivation of employees. Our findings also show that the impact on employee motivation is positive on financial and non-financial benefits. This means that organizations provide their employees with both financial and non-financial benefits, thus strengthening employee motivation. However, the findings also indicate that intrinsic rewards, extrinsic rewards, and job satisfaction have a considerable influence on employee motivation. Therefore, we strongly recommend both private and public organizations to motivate their employees through compensations.

Impact of Strategic Planning and Innovation on Organisational Performance of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority

A survey-based empirical examination was made on the impact of strategic planning and innovation on the organisational performance of Saudi Red Crescent Authority. Data was collected from 212 workers in Riyadh and Jeddah. The majority of the sample are educated and experienced. The results of a multiple regression analysis test revealed statistically significant positive associations between each of strategic planning and innovation with organisational performance. Theoretical and practical implications are drawn and recommendations are made as well to assist decision-makers in undertaking strategic planning and emphasising innovation.