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2. Participatory Collaboration Mapping of Design-Enabled Urban Innovations: The MappingDESIGNSCAPES Case
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de Moor, Aldo, Papalioura, Evi, Taka, Evi, Rapti, Dora, Wolff, Annika, Knutas, Antti, Velde, Tomas te, Filipe, Joaquim, Editorial Board Member, Ghosh, Ashish, Editorial Board Member, Prates, Raquel Oliveira, Editorial Board Member, Zhou, Lizhu, Editorial Board Member, Polovina, Rubina, editor, Polovina, Simon, editor, and Kemp, Neil, editor
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- 2022
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3. Conceptual Model Engineering for Industrial Safety Inspection Based on Spreadsheet Data Analysis
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Dorodnykh, Nikita O., Yurin, Aleksandr Yu., Shigarov, Alexey O., Barbosa, Simone Diniz Junqueira, Editorial Board Member, Filipe, Joaquim, Editorial Board Member, Ghosh, Ashish, Editorial Board Member, Kotenko, Igor, Editorial Board Member, Zhou, Lizhu, Editorial Board Member, Simian, Dana, editor, and Stoica, Laura Florentina, editor
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- 2020
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4. Adoption and impact of management standards - position paper.
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Tenera, Alexandra B. and Varajão, João
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STANDARDIZATION ,ADOPTION ,PRODUCT improvement ,CONCEPTUAL models ,INFORMATION storage & retrieval systems ,STANDARDS - Abstract
Standardization makes its contributions to many aspects of our lives, although often that contribution is unnoticed. For example, management standards, such as the ISO 9000 family, establish a common ground perspective that enlarges companies' markets and boosts its international reaching, technological development, and innovation while supporting continuous quality improvement in products and services both at a national and international level. Notwithstanding the recognized relevance of some management standards, especially the ones that have an associated certification system to support its knowledge (e.g., ISO 9000 family), little is known about the impact of the standards (e.g., ISO 21500 family) adoption in increasing organizations' performance regarding, for instance, quality, safety, efficiency, or interoperability. This hinders the standards' dissemination and potential use and unnecessarily delays its revision and further development. To help fill this gap, this position paper proposes a research project that includes the development of a model and an observatory focusing on the adoption of management standards. The expected contributions are: 1) at a theoretical level, a new conceptual model for the explanation and assessment of the adoption of management standards and related impacts; 2) at a practical level, a new information system (observatory) which is expected to be a tool for understanding the adoption of standards, as well as for monitoring and publicizing the results obtained from standardization practices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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5. Phenomenological Framework for Model Enabled Enterprise Information Systems
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Jonsson, Tomas, Enquist, Håkan, Barbosa, Simone Diniz Junqueira, Editorial Board Member, Filipe, Joaquim, Editorial Board Member, Ghosh, Ashish, Editorial Board Member, Kotenko, Igor, Editorial Board Member, Yuan, Junsong, Editorial Board Member, Zhou, Lizhu, Editorial Board Member, Welzer, Tatjana, editor, Eder, Johann, editor, Podgorelec, Vili, editor, Wrembel, Robert, editor, Ivanović, Mirjana, editor, Gamper, Johann, editor, Morzy, Mikoƚaj, editor, Tzouramanis, Theodoros, editor, Darmont, Jérôme, editor, and Kamišalić Latifić, Aida, editor
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- 2019
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6. Creation of Multiple Conceptual Models from User Stories – A Natural Language Processing Approach
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Gupta, Abhimanyu, Poels, Geert, Bera, Palash, Goos, Gerhard, Founding Editor, Hartmanis, Juris, Founding Editor, Bertino, Elisa, Editorial Board Member, Gao, Wen, Editorial Board Member, Steffen, Bernhard, Editorial Board Member, Woeginger, Gerhard, Editorial Board Member, Yung, Moti, Editorial Board Member, Guizzardi, Giancarlo, editor, Gailly, Frederik, editor, and Suzana Pitangueira Maciel, Rita, editor
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- 2019
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7. LINKING THE PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE OF CANADA'S UNIVERSITY CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS: A CONCEPTUAL PAPER FOR POST-PANDEMIC TIMES.
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Carter, Lorraine and Janes, Diane
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CONTINUING education units ,CONCEPTUAL models ,CONTINUING education ,ADULT education ,POSTSECONDARY education ,EDUCATIONAL literature - Abstract
Copyright of Canadian Journal for the Study of Adult Education is the property of Canadian Journal for the Study of Adult Education and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2021
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8. Evaluating the quality of scientific research papers in entrepreneurship.
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Yoganandan, G. and Vasan, M.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP ,CONCEPTUAL models ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,QUALITY standards ,PERIODICAL publishing - Abstract
The study aims to find the quality of research papers published in the domain of entrepreneurship in India. This study covers 100 research papers. A standardized measurement tool developed by the earlier researchers was used to evaluate the research quality. The data compiled using the measurement tool were analyzed with the support of the SPSS. The statistical tools such as descriptive statistics, Friedman's test, factor analysis, two-sample 't' test, and ANOVA are applied to analyze the data. The study findings reported that the quality of research papers published in the field of entrepreneurship is not up to the quality standards. The quality of multiple-author papers is better than single-author papers. Similarly, the quality of papers published by foreign authors is comparatively better than Indian authors. Further, the quality of papers published with the combination of foreign and Indian authors is substantially good. The quality of papers published in foreign journals is higher as compared with Indian journals. Further, the standard of papers published under the qualitative approach was comparatively better than the quantitative approach. The authors developed a Conceptual Model of Process and Product of Research (YOVA model). This model clearly shows that the whole research process yields six levels of research products. The study recommended that the researchers need to go for international collaborations to improve the quality of the publication. The funding agencies, higher learning institutions and research institutions should focus on enhancing research infrastructure. The study examined the validity of research articles searched by novice researchers in India in Google by using keywords related to entrepreneurship and, as such this non-focused approach is a big impediment to quality research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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9. Developing a model of digital transformation of university libraries based on meta-synthesis
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Khoeini, Soheila, Noruzi, Alireza, Naghshineh, Nader, and Sheikhshoaei, Fatemeh
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- 2024
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10. Looking for Creative Information Strategies and Ecological Literacy
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Steinerová, Jela, Filipe, Joaquim, Editorial Board Member, Barbosa, Simone Diniz Junqueira, Editorial Board Member, Chen, Phoebe, Editorial Board Member, Du, Xiaoyong, Editorial Board Member, Kara, Orhun, Editorial Board Member, Liu, Ting, Editorial Board Member, Sivalingam, Krishna M., Editorial Board Member, Washio, Takashi, Editorial Board Member, Kurbanoglu, Serap, editor, Boustany, Joumana, editor, Špiranec, Sonja, editor, Grassian, Esther, editor, Mizrachi, Diane, editor, and Roy, Loriene, editor
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- 2015
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11. Towards Integrating Emotion into Intelligent Context
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Moore, Philip, Evans, Cain, Pham, Hai V., Hutchison, David, editor, Kanade, Takeo, editor, Kittler, Josef, editor, Kleinberg, Jon M., editor, Mattern, Friedemann, editor, Mitchell, John C., editor, Naor, Moni, editor, Nierstrasz, Oscar, editor, Pandu Rangan, C., editor, Steffen, Bernhard, editor, Sudan, Madhu, editor, Terzopoulos, Demetri, editor, Tygar, Doug, editor, Vardi, Moshe Y., editor, Weikum, Gerhard, editor, Haller, Armin, editor, Huang, Guangyan, editor, Huang, Zhisheng, editor, Paik, Hye-young, editor, and Sheng, Quan Z., editor
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- 2013
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12. Power of Attachment Styles in Servant Leadership: A Conceptual Paper.
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MENEZES, STACY
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SERVANT leadership ,ATTACHMENT behavior ,LEADERSHIP ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
The paper aims to advance an understanding of the relationship between servant leadership and attachment styles. This paper provides a review of servant leadership and attachment styles to explain how this understanding can be used to confront challenges faced by leaders due to a crisis. A proposed conceptual model is posited to investigate the moderating effect of followers' attachment styles on the relationship between servant leadership and desired follower outcomes. Additionally, this study adds support to the criticism of the leader-centric approach of research by investigating the moderating role of followers' characteristics, such as followers' attachment styles. The practical implications of this study highlight how servant leadership can positively revolutionise relationships at work, thereby making it an interesting field for research and practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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13. Towards an Early Usability Evaluation for Web Applications
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Panach, Jose Ignacio, Condori-Fernández, Nelly, Valverde, Francisco, Aquino, Nathalie, Pastor, Oscar, Hutchison, David, editor, Kanade, Takeo, editor, Kittler, Josef, editor, Kleinberg, Jon M., editor, Mattern, Friedemann, editor, Mitchell, John C., editor, Naor, Moni, editor, Nierstrasz, Oscar, editor, Pandu Rangan, C., editor, Steffen, Bernhard, editor, Sudan, Madhu, editor, Terzopoulos, Demetri, editor, Tygar, Doug, editor, Vardi, Moshe Y., editor, Weikum, Gerhard, editor, Cuadrado-Gallego, Juan J., editor, Braungarten, René, editor, Dumke, Reiner R., editor, and Abran, Alain, editor
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- 2008
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14. PAPER 1: TAKING A PRAGMATIC POSITION FOR DESCRIBING OBJECTS, TIME, SPACE, AND MAKING AN EXTRA-MODEL OF THEM.
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Luca Nicolini, Luigi Gian
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PRAGMATICS ,FORMAL sociology ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
This Paper 1 introduces a tentative Formalism, which is detailed in a separate Paper 2, and tested there on two cases studies of Time dilation. Paper 2 titles: Practical application of the composite Modeling Units, and an exercise on emulating the mathematics of Time dilation in a relative velocity or gravity situation. We touch exclusively at the way we describe the physical Objects in human terms, whilst the true Objects, as well as true Time and true Space, remain unchanged. The particular Formalism we propose is geometrically-blind, so it needs to work in parallel with regular human Observing-Modeling of the Objects. A good question is why we should complement our regular geometric picture of the Objects, and also think of them as our Formalism does. The possible advantages are: a much intuitive and practical handling of the human Nonlocal; a plain reading of human Objects and of their Relationships in terms of elementary Logics; a common Modeling frame for the formal light-like, and for the Closed and Local Massive-like Objects we have in the Model. We may also gain some independent hints on the human Observing-Modeling in general. The Geometry of our own body qualifies Closed and Local, so it is much similar to the one of regular Objects we want to Model. As a matter of fact, our body makes a concrete Observing-device, thus we qualify as a very particular case of Observer-Modeler of the physical World. We want to conserve such a concrete and well-established human position with regards to the Objects, but we want also to generalize it. Thus we attempt extending our naïve Geometric perceiving of the World, and see where it leads. Section 1 focuses on Geometry, and proposes a logically-inverted Geometry B as a natural complement of our regular Point-based Geometry A. Then we explore the idea of a composite Model Object made of both a Local and a Nonlocal part. We base on a double Point-Of-View, which reflects formally our new A-and-B Geometry. Section 2 investigates the Point-Of-Views, as a second key element on which we base any human Observing-Modeling of Objects. We propose a pragmatic Absolutism-Relativism classification of the Model Parameters. This depends plainly on where we Modelers want to set the Point-Of-View, and basically makes a practical tool for reproducing the objectivity of an Object, and the objectivity of the Observation. Section 3 checks the implications, and handles pragmatically the human conceptualizations of Time and of Space. The scope is very small-minded, and we declare openly not to know what those items are. Instead, we formalize a Model Timelike and a Model Space-like to start working practically with our Objects. This requires introducing a human notion of Time which is discontinuous, and thus very particular to our Nongeometric Modeling of Objects. Section 4 anticipates the two kinds of composite elementary Objects that we can formalize based on the components above. They are made of a geometric-like body AB, which includes a Logic A-B and a special Time-like function on board. We specify our Objects as being concrete and to conserve as usual. We can however explore the effects of the Logic, so we get a flexible Modeling Unit, which can take different configurations, and emulate different kinds of Objects. The full Procedure appears in Paper 2. Below we simply suggest a possible handy visualizing of our composite A-B Objects. We also provide a few practical indications on how they work and behave formally in the Model. The whole refers to the well-knows Point-Mass scheme. Operatively, we build an equivalent which is Nongeometric and contains two-Slabs A-B, where A emulates the solid core of a regular Object. Then we set our two key-standards, which are the elementary Model Objects of the kind of Proto1 or Proto2. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
15. ŽIVOTO(PUTO)PISI STVARI U NJEMAČKOJ I SVJETSKOJ KNJIŽEVNOSTI.
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ZEMAN, Mirna
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GERMAN literature ,INFLUENCE (Literary, artistic, etc.) ,LIFE cycles (Biology) ,TOILET paper ,EIGHTEENTH century ,AUTOBIOGRAPHY ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
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- 2022
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16. BEYOND PAPER AND PLASTIC: A META-MODEL FOR CREDENTIAL USE AND GOVERNANCE.
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Daniel, Richter, Robin, Praas Christopher, and Jürgen, Anke
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DESIGN science ,GROUNDED theory ,DIGITAL technology ,DIGITAL transformation ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
ID cards, public transport tickets, and diplomas are examples of credentials that society has established as a means to provide trustworthy information to others. In the digital world, the emergence of self-sovereign identity as a new paradigm for the management of digital credentials aims to narrow the conceptual gap between digital and physical credentials. The ongoing digital transformation in the public sector requires dealing with a large variety of credentials in different forms systematically. However, there is still currently no generic conceptual model of credentials in the Information Systems (IS) discipline. We employ design science research to develop a unified meta-model on credentials, their use, and their governance. Our results contribute to research through an empirically grounded conceptualization of credentials and provide practitioners with a common basis to capture, analyze, and design the handling of credentials in real-world scenarios. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
17. Fault diagnosis and self-healing for smart manufacturing: a review.
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Aldrini, Joma, Chihi, Ines, and Sidhom, Lilia
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MANUFACTURING processes ,FAULT diagnosis ,CONCEPTUAL models ,FAULT-tolerant control systems - Abstract
Manufacturing systems are becoming more sophisticated and expensive, particularly with the development of the intelligent industry. The complexity of the architecture and concept of Smart Manufacturing (SM) makes it vulnerable to several faults and failures that impact the entire behavior of the manufacturing system. It is crucial to find and detect any potential anomalies and faults as soon as possible because of the low tolerance for performance deterioration, productivity decline, and safety issues. To overcome these issues, a variety of approaches exist in the literature. However, the multitude of techniques make it difficult to choose the appropriate method in relation to a given context. This paper proposes a new architecture for a conceptual model of intelligent fault diagnosis and self-healing for smart manufacturing systems. Based on this architecture, a review method for the different approaches, sub-approaches and methods used to develop a Fault Detection and Diagnosis (FDD) and Self-Healing-Fault-Tolerant (SH-FT) strategy dedicated to smart manufacturing is defined. Moreover, this paper reviews and analyzes more than 256 scientific articles on fault diagnosis and self-healing approaches and their applications in SM in the last decade. Finally, promising research directions in the field of resilient smart manufacturing are highlighted. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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18. A Corpus-based Pronunciation Teaching Model: A Conceptual Paper.
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Bojie Qian and Deris, Farhana Diana
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PRONUNCIATION ,TEACHING models ,CONCEPTUAL models ,SECOND language acquisition ,LITERATURE reviews ,ENGLISH as a foreign language ,LISTENING - Abstract
Learning a second language is challenging, but mastering pronunciation is even more difficult. Researchers continuously seek new ways to improve students' English abilities, such as listening and speaking, while ignoring the importance of pronunciation. After conducting a literature review, this article investigates the impact of corpora and two instructional methods on improving students' pronunciation. The paper addresses how to teach pronunciation effectively in the context of English as a second language. According to the review, corpus resources, critical listening, and shadowing can all be used independently to enhance students' proficiency in second language learning. Hence, an innovative Corpus-based Critical Listening and Shadowing model has been devised as an aid in the teaching of pronunciation by providing more specific suggestions for teachers and students, with the expectation that students will perform better once they have been taught pronunciation using the methodology. The current study's findings have pedagogical and methodological implications for pronunciation teaching, learning and research. The implications and future directions of the innovative Corpus-based Critical Listening and Shadowing model are also discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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19. Development of Conceptual Models and Realization of Modelling Tools Within the ADOxx Meta-Modelling Environment: A Living Paper
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The OMiLAB Community, Karagiannis, Dimitris, editor, Lee, Moonkun, editor, Hinkelmann, Knut, editor, and Utz, Wilfrid, editor
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- 2022
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20. A framework for national climate indicators.
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Kenney, Melissa A., Janetos, Anthony C., and Gerst, Michael D.
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CONCEPTUAL models , *PAPER arts , *GOVERNMENT agencies , *GOAL (Psychology) - Abstract
Indicators have been proposed as critical elements for sustained climate assessment. Indicators provide a foundation for assessing change on an ongoing basis and presenting that information in a manner that is relevant to a broad range of decisions. As part of a sustained US National Climate Assessment, a pilot indicator system was implemented, informed by recommendations and (Kenney et al. 2014; Janetos and Kenney 2015; Kenney et al. Clim Chang 135(1):85–96, 2016). This paper extends this work to recommend a framework and topical categories for a system of climate indicators for the nation. We provide an overview of the indicator system as a whole: its goals, the design criteria for the indicators and the system as a whole, the selection of sectors, the use of conceptual models to transparently identify relevant indicators, examples of the actual indicators proposed, our vision for how the overall network can be used, and how it could evolve over time. Individual papers as part of this special issue provide system or sector-specific details as to how to operationalize the conceptual framework; these recommendations do not imply any decisions that are made ultimately by US federal agencies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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21. An Exploratory Conceptual Model for Digital Entrepreneurs Within Entrepreneurial Ecosystems.
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Jungcharoensukying, Ekapong, Feller, Joseph, O'Flaherty, Brian, and Treacy, Stephen
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CONCEPTUAL models ,BUSINESSPEOPLE ,ELECTRONIC paper ,ECOSYSTEMS ,ENTREPRENEURSHIP - Abstract
The entrepreneurial ecosystem is a well-known concept in supporting the creation and growth of entrepreneurs, driving the economy in a region. However, entrepreneurship is evolving, as more and more novel digital technologies are introduced into our lives. Accordingly, this paper focuses on digital entrepreneurs, who are defined as the entrepreneurs, who utilize innovation based on digital technology to create economic or social value by starting new ventures or transform existing ones (European Commission, 2015), and the relevant ecosystem that supports them. The change in the relationship between digital entrepreneurs and an entrepreneurial ecosystem, as they evolve towards digital products and customer engagement is the focus of this research. We reviewed the literature on the topic of digital entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial ecosystem using a concept-centric matrix, capturing 14 elements of an entrepreneurial ecosystem. These elements include networks, policy and government, professional and support services, capital services, human capital, culture, markets, knowledge sources, intermediaries, informal networks, leadership, physical infrastructure, engagement, and cooperative companies. The identified elements were then used to develop a conceptual framework, which will form the basis for the research strategy. This study sets out to establish the existence of these elements in the ecosystems and the extent of their usefulness. Therefore, this paper seeks to address the research gap of how digital entrepreneurs utilize each ecosystem element to understand their importance in the conceptual framework. We intend to conduct an exploratory quantitative research approach, gathering data from start-up digital entrepreneurs that are engaged in an entrepreneurial ecosystem, by using a data instrument derived from the conceptual framework. Then, we will analyze the data using descriptive and bi-variate statistical tools to uncover causal relations between the elements. The next phase of the research will involve case studies, where we plan to use the updated conceptual framework to undertake in-depth interviews to establish the context of digital entrepreneurial ecosystems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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22. Effect of Climate Change Litigation and Court Decision on Corporate Stock Price.
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Ngwakwe, Collins
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STOCK prices ,LEGAL judgments ,CLIMATE change ,ACTIONS & defenses (Law) ,COMMERCIAL law ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
climate litigation rulings are widely viewed as the ultimate tool to enforce climate compliance. The objective of this paper is to evaluate whether a ruling on climate litigation has an impact on corporate share price and the direction of the effect. Prior work inclination is on the concept of climate law entropy and the recent case ruling on Lufthansa's climate litigation. The methodology is mixed with a review of relevant literature and mini-quantification of value difference using a t-test to analyse difference in mean share price before and after climate litigation ruling on Lufthansa, and finally a formulation of framework. Findings show that unlike previous ubiquitous literature findings, the share price of Lufthansa experienced a significant increase in value after the climate litigation ruling with a significant p-value of less than 0.01 (which indicates high significance level of difference in share price). The paper has practical and theoretical implications, for business law academics and for practitioners. Climate litigation may serve a dual role of enforcing climate law compliance and instilling corporate legitimacy. The paper contributes original value to corporate climate litigation literature by proposing a novel conceptual framework for understanding the diverse differential impact of climate litigation on corporate share price. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
23. THE CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR RESEARCH ON SERVITIZATION STRATEGY IN MANUFACTURING COMPANIES.
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Živković, Dina and Panić, Danijela Stošić
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SCIENTIFIC community ,RESEARCH questions ,CONCEPTUAL models ,RESEARCH personnel ,MANUFACTURING industries ,BUSINESS enterprises ,AUDIENCES - Abstract
Copyright of TEME: Casopis za Društvene Nauke is the property of TEME: Casopis za Drustvene Nauke and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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24. A New Perspective on the Natural Resource Curse.
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Kinnaman, Thomas C.
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RESOURCE curse ,BLESSING & cursing ,NATURAL resources ,CONCEPTUAL models ,ECONOMIC indicators ,ECONOMICS literature ,ECONOMETRIC models - Abstract
Early papers found empirical support for a natural resource curse—the notion that exporting natural resources is detrimental to economic growth. Later papers, using reportedly improved econometric models and data, largely reversed these early findings by estimating that natural resources improve economic performance. However, this changing coefficient on natural resource dependence over time may not only be a function of model or data quality. Masked by this evolution in the economics literature is the possibility that the fundamental relationship between natural resources and economic performance has changed over the past several decades. This paper sheds a new perspective on the substantial resource curse literature by repeatedly estimating a single econometric model on data that evolve over time. The coefficient on natural resource dependence is estimated to steadily increases with the passage of time from a value that is negative and significant (for 1970, the basis for much of the early literature) to a positive and significant value a few decades later. Whatever natural resource estimated initially with data from 1970 seems to have evolved into a resource blessing over time. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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25. Digital platform ecosystem governance of private companies: Building blocks and a research agenda based on a multidisciplinary, systematic literature review.
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Costabile, Carolina
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DIGITAL technology ,PRIVATE companies ,CONCEPTUAL models ,RESEARCH personnel ,CONFERENCE papers - Abstract
Digital platform ecosystem governance refers to a platform owner's decisions and mechanisms that seek to influence complementors and users to build and sustain an ecosystem. The relevance of digital platform ecosystem governance is broadly acknowledged by researchers. However, the extant body of research is fragmented, and varied terminologies are employed, leading to challenges in identifying and recognizing results across different fields. This article provides a multidisciplinary and systematic literature review with the aim of consolidating knowledge on this important topic. Based on an analysis of 103 journal articles and conference papers, this review synthesizes the literature into a conceptual model with five building blocks of platform ecosystem governance. The model aims to create a robust foundation for researchers approaching the topic for the first time and conducting subsequent research. The conceptual model also offers practical guidance for governing ecosystems in a structured manner. Finally, this article provides a research agenda with five areas for future investigation. • Multidisciplinary, systematic literature review on platform ecosystem governance. • Synthesis of the literature into a conceptual model with five building blocks. • Robust foundation for understanding the topic and for future research. • Research agenda with five areas and questions for future investigation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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26. ECO-CENTRIC LEADERSHIP – TOWARDS A CONCEPTUAL MODEL.
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PICHLAK, Magdalena
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CONCEPTUAL models ,LITERATURE reviews ,LEADERSHIP ,COMPETITIVE advantage in business ,SUSTAINABLE development ,CLIMATE change ,ECONOMIC efficiency - Abstract
Purpose: Environmental problems, such as climate change and biosphere degradation, present new business challenges. On the one hand, companies are striving to maintain efficiency and gain a competitive advantage, while on the other, they are obligated to balance environmental, social and economic objectives. Such a new reality of business requires a rethinking of the role of leadership in taking conscious and effective ecological action by modern companies. It also calls for research efforts to develop alternative leadership models that promote sustainable development. Design/methodology/approach: The paper is theoretical and based on an in-depth review of the literature, including, on the one hand, an analysis of well-established leadership models (and how they relate to companies’ effective eco-innovation activities) and, on the other, a characterization of the new leadership theories needed to overcome the challenges of sustainable development. Findings: The paper aimed to develop a theoretical conceptualization of eco-centric leadership that complements the leadership literature and is relevant to understanding the research landscape of this new leadership style. The considerations presented in the paper point to the need for further scientific work that can use the developed conceptual framework to clarify the importance of eco-centric leadership in achieving harmony and balance between human activities and the natural world. Originality/value: The paper’s critical scientific contribution includes the developed conceptual framework, which covers five domains representing character, characteristics, people practices, institutional practices, and outcomes. This framework allows a more comprehensive characterization of this new and valuable leadership style. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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27. Re-Imagining Leadership Roles beyond the Shadow of Bureaucracy.
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Ehrich, Lisa Catherine and English, Fenwick Walter
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BUREAUCRACY ,LEADERSHIP ,EDUCATIONAL leadership ,CONCEPTUAL models ,MIDDLE schools - Abstract
The aim of this conceptual paper is to revisit the relationship between leadership and bureaucracy. The dominant and unquestioned way of thinking about leadership is to equate it as an undertaking exercised by leaders, those officers who occupy hierarchical positions in organizations. For example, senior leadership and middle leadership in schools are often associated with formal hierarchical roles played by senior and middle leaders. However, it can be argued that this perspective is problematic, not only because it is leader-centric but also due to its limitations in explaining the phenomenon of leadership. In order to understand the relationship between leadership and bureaucracy and leadership outside of bureaucracy, the paper reviews some of the extant literature in the field, including a brief history of bureaucracy, its pervasiveness in educational institutions, and current neo-liberal policies and reforms that function effectively within bureaucratic structures. An important contribution of the paper is a synoptic conceptual model that brings together three worldviews or archetypes pertaining to bureaucracy. These are a hard-edged view (system first, people second), a soft-edged view (people first, system second) and a third worldview (issue first, people second, system third). The third worldview signals a departure from the first two archetypes as it is an illustration of leadership outside the confines of bureaucracy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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28. Re-solving wicked problems in global value chains: how probing into modern slavery can advance MNE research and support better policymaking.
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Rašković, Matevž
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GLOBAL value chains ,SLAVERY ,POLICY sciences ,CONCEPTUAL models ,INTERNATIONAL business enterprises - Abstract
Purpose: This paper aims to respond to the response pieces by Burmester (2024) and by Dindial and Voss (2024) to the original paper on "Taming wicked problems through international business policy: recommendations for addressing modern slavery". Beyond engaging with the issues raised by Burmester (2024) and Dindial and Voss (2024), the follow-up helps further clarify the key difference between so-called "grand challenges" and "wicked problems" for both international business (IB) policymaking and multinational enterprise (MNE) research. Design/methodology/approach: In response to Burmester (2024), the paper juxtaposes key literature on grand challenges and wicked problems to show the theoretical value of applying a wicked problem lens to modern slavery. In engaging with some of the issues raised by Dindial and Voss (2024), this paper further builds on the most current review papers on navigating control and coordination issues within MNEs and the literature on global value chains (GVCs). Findings: The paper operationalises the field of IB policy of relevance to modern slavery research and proposes an augmented conceptual model of MNEs' control and coordination mechanisms to address modern slavery under conditions of distributed responsibility in their GVCs. Originality/value: This paper problematizes the grand challenges' label imposed on modern slavery and leverages a wicked problem theoretical toolkit that can help better guide modern slavery's global and multi-level governance nexus. The proposed augmented conceptual model also provides a significant attempt to address some of the key theoretical gaps in GVC and MNE control−coordination literature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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29. Crowdfunding as an Internet Tool Used for Establishing Relationships With the Customer - A Concept Paper.
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Wiścicka-Fernando, Małgorzata
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CROWD funding ,FUNDRAISING ,CUSTOMER relations ,INTERNET ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
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- 2021
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30. Conceptualizing the moderating effects between work from home and individual performance – Developing a conceptual framework using the self-determination theory.
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Tudu, Binay and Singh, Saumya
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TELECOMMUTING ,SELF-determination theory ,CONCEPTUAL models ,COVID-19 pandemic ,PERFORMANCES ,RESEARCH personnel - Abstract
The working systems of organizations/institutions have undergone continuous transformations over the years for various reasons. Researchers have continually strived to find effective solutions/appropriate work systems to sustain an individual's performance in spite of the challenging working/business environment. The global pandemic Covid-19 prompted a rethinking of organizational work practices across sectors. Work from home (WFH) became a key component of continuing the organization's working system. This paper specifies the following six factors that may moderate the effectiveness of a work-from-home setting on individual performance such as dedication, disposition, determination, configuration, collaboration, and coordination. The paper uses self-determination theory (SDT) to develop a conceptual framework for WFH-individual performance, which specifies dedication, disposition, and determination as intrinsic motivators, while configuration, collaboration, and coordination as extrinsic motivators. Moreover, it provides implications and future research directions for theory development and practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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31. Conceptual Modeling: Topics, Themes, and Technology Trends.
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STOREY, VEDA C., LUKYANENKO, ROMAN, and CASTELLANOS, ARTURO
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CONCEPTUAL models ,TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,INFORMATION technology ,SYSTEMS development ,INFORMATION storage & retrieval systems ,ELECTRONIC journals - Abstract
Conceptual modeling is an important part of information systems development and use that involves identifying and representing relevant aspects of reality. Although the past decades have experienced continuous digitalization of services and products that impact business and society, conceptual modeling efforts are still required to support new technologies as they emerge. This paper surveys research on conceptual modeling over the past five decades and shows how its topics and trends continue to evolve to accommodate emerging technologies, while remaining grounded in basic constructs. We survey over 5,300 papers that address conceptual modeling topics from the 1970s to the present, which are collected from 35 multidisciplinary journals and conferences, and use them as the basis from which to analyze the progression of conceptual modeling. The important role that conceptual modeling should play in our evolving digital world is discussed, and future research directions proposed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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32. Does Digitalization Accelerate the Winner-Takes-All Effect in the Sports Industry?
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Glebova, Ekaterina, Terrien, Mickaël, and Desbordes, Michel
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CONCEPTUAL models ,DIGITAL transformation ,TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,SPORTS business ,DIGITAL technology ,PROFESSIONAL sports - Abstract
Today media and sports are indivisible, having a kind of inseparable, mutually influential relationship. Media attracts audiences and generates profit through sports. In its turn, sports content is disseminated, transmitted, and popularized through the media. Thus, theoretically, sports and media exist in symbiosis. However, practically, this relationship is complex and includes many factors. First of all, in recent decades, the process of overall digitalization (and digital transformation) of all fields of life has had a crucial impact on sport, media, and their interrelationship. This paper aims to conceptualize and analyze the possible impact of digitalization on "winner-takes-all" (WTA) (winner-takes-most, WTM) dynamics in the professional sports industry, notably for spectating audiences, and answer the question: "Can digitalization be seen as a driver of ecosystem change and how it should be tested?" This conceptual model paper seeks to construct and develop a theoretical framework that can explain and predict relationships between concepts of digitalization and key sport spectating variables: audience, TV rights, and revenue through a prism of WTA. We found that the technological change in the sports media market and the greater global-orientated strategy of leading sports organizations have re-sorted and compressed many market shares, but the effect of technological disruption has been significantly less pronounced for the most powerful digital leaders in the industry. To this end, we represent digitalization as the main accelerating factor of the WTA effect (along with other auxiliary effects) in the sports industry and propose future research directions and perspectives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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33. The impact of changing seasons on in-destination tourist behaviour.
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McKercher, Bob, Prideaux, Bruce, and Thompson, Michelle
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EVIDENCE gaps ,CONCEPTUAL models ,SATISFACTION ,NEW product development ,TOURISTS ,TOURISM - Abstract
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- 2024
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34. (Re)Framing sustainable careers: toward a conceptual model and future research agenda.
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Donald, William E., Van der Heijden, Beatrice I.J.M., and Manville, Graham
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PERSONNEL management ,CAREER development ,ORGANIZATIONAL behavior ,SOCIAL exchange ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
Purpose: By adopting a Social Exchange Theory (SET) lens, this paper aims to integrate the often-fragmented literature streams of Vocational Behavior (VB), Career Development (CD), and Human Resource Management (HRM) to offer a conceptual model for framing sustainable careers. Design/methodology/approach: A conceptual approach is taken whereby eight propositions are developed to integrate the fragmented literature streams of VB, CD, and HRM. Findings: We posit that external factors and career counseling moderate the positive relationship between employability capital and self-perceived employability. We also argue that self-perceived employability is positively associated with career success and that career crafting moderates this relationship. Finally, we propose that career success is positively associated with a sustainable career, which, in turn, is positively associated with a sustainable organization. Practical implications: The practical contribution comes from informing VB, CD, and HRM policies and practices to maximize sustainable outcomes for individuals and organizations. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research. Originality/value: The theoretical contribution comes from integrating the three literature streams to offer a conceptual model as the basis for further interdisciplinary collaborations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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35. Proposing a conceptual model of the sustainable digital supply chain in manufacturing companies: a qualitative approach.
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Ahmad Amouei, Mahdieh, Valmohammadi, Changiz, and Fathi, Kiamars
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DIGITAL technology ,SUPPLY chains ,CONCEPTUAL models ,SUPPLY chain management ,TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,INFORMATION & communication technologies - Abstract
Purpose: In the digital age, emerging technologies have affected every industry. Information and communications technology and digital technologies have transformed traditional supply chains into smart and more resilient ones, enabling effective management of challenges. Given the importance of the two topics, namely sustainable supply chain management and Industry 4.0 in supply chain management, on the one hand, and the dearth of theoretical research performed in this area on the other, this study aims to propose a conceptual model on a sustainable digital supply chain management in manufacturing companies. Design/methodology/approach: This study utilized a qualitative approach. First, an in-depth review of the relevant literature was done. Then, following a multi-grounded theory methodology, relevant data were gathered by reviewing 92 papers and conducting nine semi-structured interviews with industry experts. These data were analyzed using the MAXQDA software. Findings: A total of 41 concepts, ten sub-components and three main components (dimensions) were extracted, and the proposed conceptual model was presented. Finally, based on this conceptual model, three propositions were suggested. Research limitations/implications: Considering that the present study was performed in the context of Iranian manufacturing companies, caution should be exercised in relation to the generalizability of the obtained results. Also, due to the problems in the digital technology infrastructure and the limited use of these technologies by manufacturing companies (emphasized by the interviewees), this study focused on the theoretical dimension of using digital technologies by these companies. Practical implications: The proposed comprehensive model can help academicians as well as practitioners to focus better and explore the variables and constructs of the model, paving the way toward successful implementation of digital technologies in the manufacturing supply chain. Originality/value: To the best knowledge of the authors, this study is among the first of its kind which presents a holistic and comprehensive digital supply chain model aimed at guiding companies to consider sustainability from all the main dimensions and their relevant indicators. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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36. Sustainability transitions in tourism: on the transformation of a fragmented sector.
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Magnusson, Thomas, Karabag, Solmaz Filiz, Wigger, Karin, and Andersson, Göran
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SUSTAINABLE tourism ,SUSTAINABILITY ,TOURISM ,TOURISM research ,FOOD tourism ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
This conceptual paper argues that there are unrealized benefits from a cross-fertilization between research on sustainable tourism and sustainability transitions studies. With the aim to stimulate such cross-fertilization, the paper identifies three contemporary streams in sustainability transitions studies that are particularly relevant for sustainable tourism: deep transitions, transitions in practice, and the geography of transitions. These three streams present complementary perspectives, which can help reach a more nuanced understanding of transition processes in the tourism sector. The paper concludes that while research on sustainable tourism can benefit from theories, concepts, and frameworks from research on sustainability transitions, research on sustainable tourism can support further conceptual developments in sustainability transitions studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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37. Agriculture Named Entity Recognition—Towards FAIR, Reusable Scholarly Contributions in Agriculture.
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D'Souza, Jennifer
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TRANSFORMER models ,KNOWLEDGE graphs ,CONCEPTUAL models ,NATURAL language processing ,SCIENTIFIC discoveries ,AGRICULTURE - Abstract
We introduce the Open Research Knowledge Graph Agriculture Named Entity Recognition (the ORKG Agri-NER) corpus and service for contribution-centric scientific entity extraction and classification. The ORKG Agri-NER corpus is a seminal benchmark for the evaluation of contribution-centric scientific entity extraction and classification in the agricultural domain. It comprises titles of scholarly papers that are available as Open Access articles on a major publishing platform. We describe the creation of this corpus and highlight the obtained findings in terms of the following features: (1) a generic conceptual formalism focused on capturing scientific entities in agriculture that reflect the direct contribution of a work; (2) a performance benchmark for named entity recognition of scientific entities in the agricultural domain by empirically evaluating various state-of-the-art sequence labeling neural architectures and transformer models; and (3) a delineated 3-step automatic entity resolution procedure for the resolution of the scientific entities to an authoritative ontology, specifically AGROVOC that is released in the Linked Open Vocabularies cloud. With this work we aim to provide a strong foundation for future work on the automatic discovery of scientific entities in the scholarly literature of the agricultural domain. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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38. Improving publishing success at JAMS: contribution and positioning.
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Palmatier, Robert
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SCHOLARLY publishing ,EMPIRICAL research ,CONCEPTUAL models ,SCHOLARLY peer review - Abstract
The author discusses the acceptance and rejection process for the scholarly periodical the "Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science (JAMS)" and offers guidelines for potential contributors who wish to be published in the journal. The article focuses on the concepts of research contributions and positioning, identifying the objectives of articles and ensuring tension in the conceptual model, and both the conceptual and empirical approaches.
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- 2016
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39. A methodological systematic review of what's wrong with meta-ethnography reporting.
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France, Emma F., Ring, Nicola, Thomas, Rebecca, Noyes, Jane, Maxwell, Margaret, and Jepson, Ruth
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META-analysis ,SYSTEMATIC reviews ,ETHNOLOGY ,PUBLIC health research ,MEDICAL research ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
Background Syntheses of qualitative studies can inform health policy, services and our understanding of patient experience. Meta-ethnography is a systematic seven-phase interpretive qualitative synthesis approach well-suited to producing new theories and conceptual models. However, there are concerns about the quality of meta-ethnography reporting, particularly the analysis and synthesis processes. Our aim was to investigate the application and reporting of methods in recent meta-ethnography journal papers, focusing on the analysis and synthesis process and output. Methods Methodological systematic review of health-related meta-ethnography journal papers published from 2012-2013. We searched six electronic databases, Google Scholar and Zetoc for papers using key terms including 'meta-ethnography.' Two authors independently screened papers by title and abstract with 100% agreement. We identified 32 relevant papers. Three authors independently extracted data and all authors analysed the application and reporting of methods using content analysis. Results Meta-ethnography was applied in diverse ways, sometimes inappropriately. In 13% of papers the approach did not suit the research aim. In 66% of papers reviewers did not follow the principles of meta-ethnography. The analytical and synthesis processes were poorly reported overall. In only 31% of papers reviewers clearly described how they analysed conceptual data from primary studies (phase 5, 'translation' of studies) and in only one paper (3%) reviewers explicitly described how they conducted the analytic synthesis process (phase 6). In 38% of papers we could not ascertain if reviewers had achieved any new interpretation of primary studies. In over 30% of papers seminal methodological texts which could have informed methods were not cited. Conclusions We believe this is the first in-depth methodological systematic review of meta-ethnography conduct and reporting. Meta-ethnography is an evolving approach. Current reporting of methods, analysis and synthesis lacks clarity and comprehensiveness. This is a major barrier to use of meta-ethnography findings that could contribute significantly to the evidence base because it makes judging their rigour and credibility difficult. To realise the high potential value of meta-ethnography for enhancing health care and understanding patient experience requires reporting that clearly conveys the methodology, analysis and findings. Tailored meta-ethnography reporting guidelines, developed through expert consensus, could improve reporting. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2014
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40. Artificial pastoral systems: a review of agent-based modelling studies of pastoral systems.
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Moritz, Mark, Cross, Benjamin, and Hunter, Chelsea E.
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PASTORAL systems ,RANGELANDS ,RESEARCH personnel ,CONCEPTUAL models ,COMPUTER programming ,RESOURCE management - Abstract
Agent-based modelling allows researchers to build artificial pastoral systems that are spatially explicit and allow for the examination of complex interactions between households, herds, and rangelands over long time periods. However, agent-based modelling also necessarily reduces the complexity of the pastoral systems. The question that we examine in this paper is how researchers model pastoral systems and what artificial pastoral systems they create. To answer that question, we systematically reviewed 35 agent-based modelling studies of pastoral systems. We examined how the studies describe the focal pastoral system, how the focal system is represented in a conceptual model, implemented in computer code, and how it emerges as an artificial pastoral system from the simulations. Our review indicates that most models are built by interdisciplinary teams, integrated into empirical studies of pastoral systems, and use a specific pastoral system as its focal system. The research problems explored in the models range from resource management, wealth dynamics, herd demography, sustainability, adaptation, mobility, and conflict. The artificial pastoral systems that emerge from these agent-based modelling studies mostly confirm current theoretical understandings that are based on empirical studies of pastoral systems. There are a few emergent patterns that have not been validated extensively in empirical studies. We conclude with a discussion of the theoretical, methodological, and practical implications of using agent-based models to create artificial pastoral systems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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41. Guest editorial to the special section on PoEM'2021.
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Serral, Estefanía, Stirna, Janis, Ralyté, Jolita, and Grabis, Janis
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GOVERNMENT business enterprises ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
This guest editorial presents the special section of 14th IFIP WG 8.1 Working Conference on the Practice of Enterprise Modeling (PoEM 2021). The best papers of PoEM 2021 were invited to be revised and significantly expanded. Eight papers were finally accepted for publication in the special section. These papers are an excellent representation of the state of the art on Enterprise Modeling, showing as well the importance of applying the research contributions into practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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42. Evaluating Visual Analytics for Relevant Information Retrieval in Document Collections.
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Silva, Sherlon Almeida da, Milios, Evangelos E, and Oliveira, Maria Cristina F de
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INFORMATION retrieval ,MACHINE learning ,POSITIVE systems ,VISUAL analytics ,DATA visualization ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
Retrieving information from document collections is necessary in many contexts, e.g. researchers search for papers on a topic, physicians search for records of patients with a certain condition and police investigators seek relationships between different criminal reports. Finding relevant textual content in a corpus can be challenging in scenarios where the users expect a retrieval process with high recall. Visual Analytics (VA) systems that integrate interactive visualizations and machine learning algorithms are often advocated to support retrieval tasks in such complex scenarios. However, few studies report an end-user perspective on the utility of such systems. We present results from observational studies on VA-supported information retrieval conducted with graduate students and researchers using a system to explore collections of scientific papers. While users have, in general, positive views of the system's potential to facilitate their retrieval tasks, some faced practical difficulties in using it effectively, and we found considerable variation in their assessment of specific functionalities. Our findings reinforce the potential of VA systems and also the importance of carefully informing users of the underlying conceptual models in such systems and their limitations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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43. Optimizing the readiness for industry 4.0 in fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goal 1: focus on poverty elimination in Africa.
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Ajaj, Rahaf, Buheji, Mohamed, and Hassoun, Abdo
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POVERTY reduction ,INDUSTRY 4.0 ,SUSTAINABLE development ,TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,LITERATURE reviews ,ARTIFICIAL intelligence ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
This study explores the transformative potential of fourth industrial revolution (called Industry 4.0) technologies in the context of poverty elimination, with a particular focus on Africa. Given the multidimensional nature of poverty, which spans economic, social, and environmental aspects, there is a critical need for innovative and sustainable solutions. This paper presents a comprehensive literature review to identify how recent advancements, such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, blockchain, big data, and 5G can be harnessed to address various facets of poverty. Drawing on insights from existing research and expert opinions, we propose a conceptual framework that integrates these technologies with strategic policy interventions, infrastructure development, and capacity building. The paper proposes a framework that illustrates the prerequisite requirements before adopting Industry 4.0 technologies in poverty elimination efforts. This framework aims to ensure that the benefits of technological innovations are accessible to the most vulnerable populations, thereby contributing to the broader goals of socioeconomic development and poverty reduction. The work shows that while Industry 4.0 presents a critical opportunity for sustainable development and poverty elimination in Africa, it needs to have essential capacities to optimize the use of observations, visualizations, and mindset management before or when adopting the first stage of Industry 4.0 solutions for poverty elimination. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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44. Measuring marketing performance: a better model.
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Pimenta da Gama, António
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MARKETING ,CONCEPTUAL models ,MARKETING models - Abstract
Purpose: Marketing professionals are under pressure to implement methods and metrics that demonstrate the value of the function. This paper aims to propose a model to measure marketing performance, focusing on four categories of metrics and two types of factors that influence the effectiveness of the assessment process. Design/methodology/approach: The paper is organized in three parts. The first part includes a synthesis of the theoretical background on the subject. Next, the rationale and architecture of the model are presented, together with an explanation of the elements that compose it. A reflection on the work developed is presented in the last section. Findings: Benefits regarding how to best assess marketing practice are considerable, as organizations with effective performance measurement systems tend to show better results than others. In this context, the choice of metrics is important, but it is also necessary to understand the mechanisms through which the effectiveness of the measurement process can be improved. Originality/value: Literature has mainly focused attention on the effect of individual programs on specific measures or on conceptual models that do not sufficiently address all major elements in the marketing assessment process. This work extends previous contributions on the subject, presenting a model that combines metrics with factors underlying the measurement process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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45. Operational performance improvement in manual assembly lines: a case study in Denmark and conceptual model for quick and long-term wins.
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de Jesus Pacheco, Diego Augusto and Schougaard, Thomas
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ASSEMBLY line methods ,CONCEPTUAL models ,CAPITAL investments ,NATURAL languages ,DATA analysis ,INDUSTRIAL efficiency ,ATHLETIC trainers - Abstract
Purpose: This study aims to investigate how to identify and address production levelling problems in assembly lines utilising an intensive manual workforce when higher productivity levels are urgently requested to meet market demands. Design/methodology/approach: A mixed-methods approach was used in the research design, integrating case study analysis, interviews and qualitative/quantitative data collection and analysis. The methodology implemented also introduces to the literature on operational performance a novel combination of data analysis methods by introducing the use of the Natural Language Understanding (NLU) methods. Findings: First, the findings unveil the impacts on operational performance that transportation, limited documentation and waiting times play in assembly lines composed of an intensive workforce. Second, the paper unveils the understanding of the role that a limited understanding of how the assembly line functions play in productivity. Finally, the authors provide actionable insights into the levelling problems in manual assembly lines. Practical implications: This research supports industries operating assembly lines with intensive utilisation of manual workforce to improve operational performance. The paper also proposed a novel conceptual model prescriptively guiding quick and long-term improvements in intensive manual workforce assembly lines. The article assists industrial decision-makers with subsequent turnaround strategies to ensure higher efficiency levels requested by the market. Originality/value: The paper offers actionable findings relevant to other manual assembly lines utilising an intensive workforce looking to improve operational performance. Some of the methods and strategies examined in this study to improve productivity require minimal capital investments. Lastly, the study contributes to the empirical literature by identifying production levelling problems in a real context. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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46. Exploring tensions of Industry 4.0 adoption in lean production systems from a dialectical perspective.
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Margherita, Emanuele Gabriel and Braccini, Alessio Maria
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LEAN management ,INDUSTRY 4.0 ,CONCEPTUAL models ,SEMI-structured interviews ,STAGE managers - Abstract
Purpose: This paper uses dialectical inquiry to explore tensions that arise when adopting Industry 4.0 technologies in a lean production system and their reconciliation mechanisms. Design/methodology/approach: We conducted an in-depth qualitative case study over a 3-year period on an Italian division of an international electrotechnical organisation that produces electrical switches. This organisation successfully adopted Industry 4.0 technologies in a lean production system. The study is based on primary data such as observations and semi-structured interviews, along with secondary data. Findings: We identify four empirically validated dialectic tensions arising across different Industry 4.0 adoption stages due to managers' and workers' contrasting interpretations of technologies. Consequently, we define the related reconciliation mechanisms that allow the effective adoption of various Industry 4.0 technologies to support a lean production system. Originality/value: This is the first empirical investigation of tensions in the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies in a lean production system. Furthermore, the paper presents four theoretical propositions and a conceptual model describing which tensions arise during the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies in a lean production system and the reconciliation mechanisms that prevent lean production system deterioration. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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47. A Review of Event-Based Conceptual Rainfall-Runoff Models: A Case for Australia.
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Ali, Sabrina, Rahman, Ataur, and Shaik, Rehana
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RUNOFF ,CONCEPTUAL models ,FLOOD forecasting ,RUNOFF models ,MODEL-based reasoning ,DESIGN services - Abstract
Event-based models focus on modelling of peak runoff from rainfall data. Conceptual models indicate simplified models that provide reasonably accurate answers despite their crude nature. Rainfall-runoff models are used to transform a rainfall event into a runoff event. This paper focuses on reviewing computational simulation of rainfall-runoff processes over a catchment. Lumped conceptual, event-based rainfall-runoff models have remained the dominant practice for design flood estimation in Australia for many years due to their simplicity, flexibility, and accuracy under certain conditions. Attempts to establish regionalization methods for prediction of design flood hydrographs in ungauged catchments have seen little success. Therefore, as well as reviewing key rainfall-runoff model components for design flood estimation with a special focus on event-based conceptual models, this paper covers the aspects of regionalization to promote their applications to ungauged catchments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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48. Groundwater–surface-water interactions: perspectives on the development of the science over the last 20 years
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Wondzell, Steven M.
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- 2015
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49. A Review of the Consent Management Literature.
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Bonnici West, Christian and Grima, Simon
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LEGAL literature ,COMPUTER systems ,CONCEPTUAL models ,INFORMATION storage & retrieval systems ,CONSENT (Law) - Abstract
The richness and complexity of consent present challenges to those aiming to make related contributions to computer information systems (CIS). This paper aims to support consent-related research in CIS by simplifying the understanding of existing literature and facilitating the framing of future consent management research. Firstly, it outlines existing consent management research and shows how it relates to the literature in law and ethics. Secondly, it presents some fundamental explanations and definitions that must be considered for further contributions to the consent management literature. Thirdly, it identifies five types of consent-related stances often taken in the consent management literature and explains each in some detail. Fourth, it explains one of the identified types of stances (i.e., the disciplinary stance) by expanding on the links between consent as a legal construct and its ethical counterpart. Fifth, considering another of the identified types of stances (i.e., the theoretical stances normally adopted in the consent management literature), the paper presents the key requirements for legally and ethically effective consent management based on three prominent theories. Sixth, it presents the identified types of stances in a conceptual model, contending that the model is novel, relevant, understandable, and useful. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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50. Understanding climate-induced migration in West Africa through the social transformation lens.
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Osei-Amponsah, Charity, Quarmine, William, and Okem, Andrew
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CLIMATE change ,LITERATURE reviews ,SOCIOCULTURAL factors ,INVESTMENT policy ,HUMAN migrations ,CONCEPTUAL models - Abstract
The climate crisis has migration implications, and we need to act inclusively and urgently. Climate change impacts people's decisions to migrate largely through economic, political, technological, demographic, and socio-cultural factors, and their dynamic interlinkages. These complex issues often influence climate risks and vulnerabilities and complicate effective investment and policy actions on migration. However, there is inadequate documentation on how climate change is linked to migration and social transformation. Based on a traditional literature review and inputs from a consultation dialogue, this paper analyzes climate-induced migration in West Africa using a social transformation lens. The paper conceptualizes the climate-induced migrant as an agent of adaptation and describes the complexities of climate vulnerabilities, and its intersection with social transformation in migration decisions. A social transformation conceptual framework is proposed to identify the complexities of climate-induced migration and ensure inclusive strategies are planned, implemented, and sustained. The paper discusses the need for transdisciplinary research approaches to capture various intersections of transforming socio-economic and environmental vulnerabilities across different countries and migratory landscapes. The paper also highlights the critical concern in the region regarding the "trapped population." It suggests that a social transformation lens is required to unravel the dynamics around vulnerable people unable to migrate because they do not have the resources to migrate or are constrained by cultural issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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