bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A model for assessing the impact of cloud computing on the success of customer relationship management systems (case study: agricultural companies)
Authors: Khorraminia Marieh , Lesani Zahra , Ghasvari Mahdi , Rajabion Lila , Darbandi Mehdi , Hassani Alireza
Published: August 2019

Purpose

Nowadays, communications, products, services and costs are customized through the internet technology. The main theory to continue competitiveness in the organizations is customer relationship management (CRM). CRM enables organizations to efficiently interact with customers and gather, store and examine their data for providing a complete view of them. On the other hand, the subject of cloud computing has increasingly become the bridge for the success of the CRM implementation. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the impact of cloud computing (new cloud facility, knowledge of information technology (IT), cloud security and cost) on the success of CRM systems.

Design/methodology/approach

The model and the questioners-based data are analyzed using the Smart PLS 3.0. The data were gathered based on 80 employees of three main agricultural companies in Iran.

Findings

The obtained results have indicated that all of the considered factors, new cloud facilities, knowledge of IT, cloud security and cost, play an important role in CRM systems’ success. Also, the evaluation and examination of the consistency and validity of the model are performed through the structural equation model.

Research limitations/implications

First, the authors have conducted a study in a single region. It cannot be guaranteed that the results can be generalized to other regions. Second, for this cross-sectional study, the research design was conducted that showed constant relationships between variables. The research done for this study is cross-sectional. Third, because of time and financial restrictions, the authors have gathered data using a sample from a single location.

Originality/value

Proposing a new model for investigating of the impact of cloud computing (new cloud facility, knowledge of Information Technology (IT), cloud security and cost) on the success of CRM systems is the main originality of this paper.
Environmental income in economic growth of a large open economy for the era of eco-urbanization
Authors: Wang Zhan , Deng Xiangzheng , Liu Gang
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to show that the environmental income drives economic growth of a large open country.

Design/methodology/approach

The authors detect that the relative environmental income has double effect of “conspicuous consumption” on the international renewable resource stock changes when a new social norm shapes to environmental-friendly behaviors by using normal macroeconomic approaches.

Findings

Every unit of extra demand for renewable resource consumption increases the net premium of domestic capital asset. Even if the technology spillovers are inefficient to the substitution of capital to labor force in a real business cycle, the relative income with scale effect increases drives savings to investment. In this case, the renewable resource consumption promotes both the reproduction to a higher level and saving the potential cost of environmental improvement. Even if without scale effects, the loss of technology inefficient can be compensated by net positive consumption externality for economic growth in a sustainable manner.

Research limitations/implications

It implies how to earn the environment income determines the future pathway of China’s rural conversion to the era of eco-urbanization.

Originality/value

We test the tax incidence to demonstrate an experimental taxation for environmental improvement ultimately burdens on international consumption side.
3D optimization of baffle arrangement in a multi-phase nanofluid natural convection based on numerical simulation
Authors: Peiravi Mohammad Mohsen , Alinejad Javad , Ganji D.D. , Maddah Soroush
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this study is investigating the effect of using multi-phase nanofluids, Rayleigh number and baffle arrangement simultaneously on the heat transfer rate and Predict the optimal arrangement type of baffles in the differentiation of Rayleigh number in a 3D enclosure.

Design/methodology/approach

Simulations were performed on the base of the L25 Taguchi orthogonal array, and each test was conducted under different height and baffle arrangement. The multi-phase thermal lattice Boltzmann based on the D3Q19 method was used for modeling fluid flow and temperature fields.

Findings

Streamlines, isotherms, nanofluid volume fraction distribution and Nusselt number along the wall surface for 104 < Ra < 108 have been demonstrated. Signal-to-noise ratios have been analyzed to predict optimal conditions of maximize and minimize the heat transfer rate. The results show that by choosing the appropriate height and arrangement of the baffles, the average Nusselt number can be changed by more than 57 per cent.

Originality/value

The value of this paper is surveying three-dimensional and two-phase simulation for nanofluid. Also using the Taguchi method for Predicting the optimal arrangement type of baffles in a multi-part enclosure. Finally statistical analysis of the results by using of two maximum and minimum target Function heat transfer rates.
Simulation of heat transfer in a closed-cell porous media under local thermal non-equilibrium condition
Authors: Wang Chunyang , Mobedi Moghtada , Kuwahara Fujio
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to validate whether the local thermal equilibrium for unsteady state is an appropriate assumption for the porous media with closed pores. It also compares the transient temperatures between the pore scale and volume averaged approaches to prove that the volume averaged method is an appropriate technique for the heat transfer in closed-cell porous media. The interfacial heat transfer coefficient for the closed-cell porous media is also discussed in details.

Design/methodology/approach

The governing equations for the pore scale and continuum domains are given. They are solved numerically for the pore scale and volume-averaged domains. The results are compared and discussion was done. The performed discussions and explanations are supported with figure and graphics.

Findings

A local thermal non-equilibrium exits for the closed-cell porous media in which voids are filled with water during the unsteady heat transfer process. Local thermal non-equilibrium condition exists in the cells under high temperature gradient and it disappears when the heat transfer process becomes steady-state. Although a local thermal equilibrium exists in the porous media in which the voids are filled with air, a finite value for heat transfer coefficient is found. The thermal diffusivity of air and solid phase are close to each other and hence a local thermal equilibrium exists.

Research limitations/implications

The study is done only for the closed-cell porous media and for Rayleigh number till 105. Two common working fluids as water and air are considered.

Practical implications

There are many applications of porous media with closed pores particularly in the industry, such as the closed-cell metal foam or the closed cells in porous materials such as foods and plastic-based insulation material. The obtained results are important for transient heat transfer in closed-cell porous materials.

Social implications

The obtained results are important from the transient application of heat transfer in the closed-cell material existing in nature and industry.

Originality/value

The authors’ literature survey shows that it is the first time the closed-cell porous media is discussed from local thermal non-equilibrium point of view and it is proved that the local thermal non-equilibrium can exist in the closed-cell porous media. Hence, two equations as solid and fluid equations should be used for unsteady heat transfer in a closed-cell porous medium.
Multi-scale modeling and thermal transfer properties of electric heating fabrics system
Authors: Yang Yunchu , Qian Jiangrui , Chen Yang
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the thermal transfer properties of electric heating fabric system which contains heating units or conductive yarns by numerical simulation, in order to optimize and evaluate the thermal performance of heating clothing.

Design/methodology/approach

Two kinds of FEM models are created by ANSYS system: macro-scale models of the fabrics system with heating units and air layer; and meso-scale models of the plain-woven fabrics were established embedded with the stainless yarns. In the macro-scale model, the interior and surface temperature field distribution were simulated and analyzed based on different heating unit size, heating power, heating region, air layer thickness and ambient temperature. For meso-scale models, the effects of the conductive yarns temperature, covering fabrics and pore-filling material on the temperature field distribution were simulated and analyzed.

Findings

With the increasing of the air layer thickness or the effective conductivity, the heat transfer along the direction of fabric thickness decreases gradually. The heat transfer along the fabric plane can be increased by dispersing the heating region. With the increasing of the conductive yarns’ temperature or the covering fabrics’ conductivity, the heat transfer distance along the fabric warp direction can be increased. Filling the internal pores of the fabric with 10 wt% SiC/TPU hybrid materials can effectively increase the in-plane heat transfer and improve the temperature uniformity on the surface of heated fabrics.

Originality/value

The finite element method was used to establish the simulation models of the heating fabric systems. The influence of several parameters on the thermal performance was analyzed and discussed, as well as the internal and external temperature distribution in the macro and micro scales models.
Foreclosure discounts for German housing markets
Authors: Just Tobias , Heinrich Michael , Maurin Mark Andreas , Schreck Thomas
Published: August 2019

Purpose

This paper aims to investigate the foreclosure discount for the German residential market in the years from 2008 to 2011.

Design/methodology/approach

The determinants of the foreclosure discount are estimated in a hedonic price model. The analysis is based on a unique data set compiled from three different data sources with 135,000 foreclosed properties.

Findings

The findings reveal that residential units in foreclosures are sold at a discount of 19 per cent compared to residential units with similar characteristics that are not in foreclosure. Second, a regional pattern can be observed, with discounts being negatively correlated to unemployment risk and liquidity. Third, the model with interaction terms shows that foreclosure discounts are linked to specific property characteristics. Fourth, these object-related risks are typically smaller than regional risks or locational risks.

Research limitations/implications

Given the highly fragmented system of Gutachterausschüsse in Germany, who are responsible for collecting transaction data, we were not able to directly analyze transaction data, but only a proxy for this price information.

Practical implications

The results can be important for financial institutions that are trying to assess the risk of lending for a specific object in a specific location. So far, banks primarily try to assess the default risk of private lenders by analyzing the debtor’s financial position and the quality of the property. The analysis provides insights into which characteristics of a property might imply additional risk, and in which region these risks are biggest.

Originality/value

To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first attempt to analyze the foreclosure discount for the German housing market.
The impact of intellectual capital on SMEs’ performance in China
Authors: Xu Jian , Li Jingsuo
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to explore and compare the extent of intellectual capital (IC) and its four components in high-tech and non-high-tech small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in China’s manufacturing sector, and to examine the relationship between IC and the performance of high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs.

Design/methodology/approach

The study uses the data of 116 high-tech SMEs and 380 non-high-tech SMEs listed on the Shenzhen stock exchanges during 2012–2016. The modified value added intellectual coefficient (MVAIC) model is used incorporating four components, namely, capital employed, human capital, structural capital and relational capital. Finally, multiple regression analysis is utilized to test the proposed research hypotheses.

Findings

The findings of this paper reveal that there is significant difference in MVAIC between high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs. The results further indicate a positive relationship between IC and financial performance of high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs. Specifically, IC is positively associated with firms’ earnings, profitability and operating efficiency. Additionally, capital employed efficiency, human capital efficiency and structural capital efficiency are found to be the most influential value drivers for the performance of two types of SMEs while relational capital efficiency possesses less importance.

Practical implications

This paper will provide a valuable framework for executives, managers and policy makers in managing IC within the Chinese context.

Originality/value

To the best knowledge of the authors, this is the first empirical study that has been conducted on high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs in the manufacturing sector in China.
School counselors and school psychologists as collaborators of college and career readiness for students in urban school settings
Authors: Hines Erik M. , Vega Desiree D. , Mayes Renae , Harris Paul C. , Mack Michelle
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the role of both the school counselor and the school psychologist in preparing students in urban school settings for college and/or the workforce. Throughout this paper, the authors discuss how collaboration is critical to ensuring students are successful at every school level (e.g., elementary, middle and high) to avail themselves of various postsecondary opportunities upon graduation. The authors give recommendations for practice and future research to implement and increase knowledge around collaboration between school counselors and school psychologists in preparing students in urban school settings to be college- and career-ready.

Design/methodology/approach

This is a conceptual paper on school counselors and school psychologists using the Eight Components of College and Career Readiness Framework to collaborate on preparing students for postsecondary options.

Findings

With support from key stakeholders like administrators, teachers and parents, school counselors and school psychologists can work collaboratively to increase students’ college and career readiness. For example, school counselors and school psychologists may start by creating and implementing a needs assessment, as it relates to the developmental tasks of students (i.e. self-regulation, self-efficacy, self-competence) that must be negotiated to ensure college and career readiness. School counselors and school psychologists should also examine out-of-school suspension, expulsion, school arrest and disciplinary referral data (Carter et al., 2014).

Originality/value

Collaboration around college and career readiness is important to the academic success and future of students in urban school settings. School counselors and school psychologists complement each other in preparing students for college and the workforce because their training has prepared both for addressing academic needs, assessment, mental health issues, career development, behavioral concerns and social–emotional needs of students (American School Counselor Association, 2012; National Association of School Psychologists, 2014). Further, school counselors and school psychologists are in a pivotal position to create a college-going culture by using evidence-based activities, curricula and practices.
Leading change through your creative class
Authors: Choain Laurent , Malzy Tyra
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to share how a professional service firm transposed Richard Florida’s “Creative Class” concept from the urban environment into a corporate one for the purpose of organisational change. The validity of Florida’s concept is not here reviewed; rather, the paper is a case study on how his theory – that talent, technology and tolerance compose the high-value triptych driving a city’s growth and attractiveness – can be appropriated by HR to trigger profound changes in corporate governance and culture.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper provides a return on experience of a project that was implemented at Mazars, an international mid-cap of 20,000 people in 86 countries, over the course of one year. Approximately, 50 individuals participated in the initiative, lead by the firm’s HR leadership team, which used an under the radar approach based on a revamped version of Owen’s Open Space Technology. From an academic perspective, the approach is inspired by Argyris’ action science, and more specifically a derivation of the “double loop learning” where the initial intent of the research might be modified by intermediary findings.

Findings

The paper offers a model for identifying the members of the “creative class” in a corporate environment and a tested approach for integrating the “creative class” into the exclusive and institutional exercise of setting strategy. The cumulative effect of this “unofficial” operation is the creation of unique thought leadership and projects, some of which have now been officially adopted in the four-year strategic plan and institutionalized in the new governance system, results difficult to achieve through conventional approaches.

Research limitations/implications

The case study, which is still in progress, has been implemented in a non-conventional organisation in a very specific industry.

Originality/value

To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first application of Richard Florida’s urban renewal theory in the corporate environment. This is an example of innovative HR management responding quickly and effectively to the digital, disrupted business landscape. It is designed in the modern managerial spirit of test-and-learn, structured as an agile initiative in an open-source world. It provides a prototype to be replicated and tested in other environments.
Driving internationalization through business model innovation
Authors: Cavallo Angelo , Ghezzi Antonio , Ruales Guzmán Bertha Viviana
Published: August 2019

Purpose

This paper aims to investigate how a firm may innovate its business model to internationalize.

Design/methodology/approach

Owing to its novelty and to the depth of the investigation required to grasp the mechanisms and logics of business model innovation aiming at internationalization, a single case study has been performed related to a company located in North-Western Colombia.

Findings

The study provides detailed empirical evidences over the mutual connection and complementarities among value mechanisms of business models. Moreover, this study suggests that BMI fosters internationalization to scale, which, in turn, will require additional changes to match new customer needs as they emerge. Also, the study shows an extension of the action–space of lean startup approaches, intended as scientific approaches to international entrepreneurship.

Originality/value

This study connects business model innovation and internationalization as few studies have done before.
Political connections, the cost of debt and board attributes: evidence from Malaysia
Authors: Tee Chwee Ming
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine whether the relationship between politically connected firms (PCFs) and the cost of debt is moderated by board attributes such as audit committee independence, ethnic board diversity, gender board diversity and family controlling ownership.

Design/methodology/approach

This study employs ordinary least squares model to examine the moderating effect of audit committee independence on the association between PCFs and the cost of debt; moderating effect of ethnic board diversity on the association between PCFs and the cost of debt; moderating effect of gender board diversity on the association between PCFs and the cost of debt; and moderating effect of family-controlled boards on the association between PCFs and the cost of debt.

Findings

The results show that PCFs are associated with lower cost of debt, consistent with crony capitalism theory. Furthermore, board attributes are shown to have significant moderating effect on the association between PCFs and the cost of debt. Specifically, the cost of debt in PCFs can be further reduced, provided the boards have higher audit committee independence, are ethnically diverse, have higher proportion of female directors in the board and audit committee and are controlled by family shareholders.

Originality/value

This study reveals evidence on the impact of board attributes on the cost of debt in PCFs. All findings suggest that concerns on PCFs’ severe agency problems can be alleviated through effective monitoring. The significant board attributes that facilitate effective monitoring are audit committee independence, ethnic board diversity, gender board diversity and family ownership.
Customer orientation in highly relational services
Authors: Morales Mediano Javier , Ruiz-Alba José L.
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the antecedents, importance, and consequences of the customer orientation of service employees (COSE) in highly relational services (HRS). This study challenges the traditional vision of COSE and its sole focus on transactional services. The paper also examines and confirms new outcomes of COSE. Then, a revised COSE model adapted to HRS is proposed.

Design/methodology/approach

The private banking (PB) service is chosen to represent a HRS setting. The qualitative study is comprised of 25 semi-structured interviews with PB practitioners. The results are analysed using NVivo 11.

Findings

This study confirms the validity of the construct. COSE is proven to have notable importance in HRS. Various dimensions of COSE have different grades of importance. New consequences are elicited for HRS, including trust, loyalty and co-creation.

Practical implications

The results show that most PB firms do not have standardised processes in place to measure COSE. This study proves how COSE can be used for several purposes by practitioners as a means of customer relationship management and in co-creation strategies.

Originality/value

This study expands on the potential of the COSE construct by the use of HRS for the first time and introduces new consequences from the original COSE model.
Virtual reality in social marketing: a process evaluation
Authors: Dietrich Timo , Rundle-Thiele Sharyn , Kubacki Krzysztof , Durl James , Gullo Matthew J. , Arli Denni , Connor Jason P.
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to present an innovative reflexive process evaluation method for a social marketing programme featuring an innovative virtual reality (VR) simulation experience for adolescents.

Design/methodology/approach

A process evaluation framework focusing on three key elements – context, implementation and mechanisms of impact – was followed in this study. In total, 374 participants (mean age: 15.2 years, 58 per cent female) completed outcome evaluation surveys before and after the programme delivery, and 300 participants completed qualitative feedback forms following their participation in the VR component of the programme.

Findings

A process evaluation delivers insights beyond those attained in outcome evaluations, enhancing the understanding of factors contributing to programme success or failure that can be used to improve future programme iterations. The VR experience demonstrated high satisfaction scores with users, and the findings demonstrate the importance of a multi-disciplinary and industry partnered programme approach to support VR implementation and delivery.

Research limitations/implications

This research demonstrates that additional learnings are obtained from a process evaluation. The findings are limited to one specific research programme, and the outcome effects of the VR simulation have not been assessed in isolation.

Practical implications

The methods outlined in this paper offer a process evaluation tool that can be used by marketers and other practitioners to reflect on programme success or failure to enhance core offerings.

Originality/value

The application of Moore et al.’s (2015) process evaluation framework delivers a reflexive research tool that can be applied to critically consider three key elements: context, implementation and mechanisms of impact of developed programmes. VR’s capacity to provide a satisfying and highly valued programme resource that participants value for its realistic, novel and immersive experiential learning experience was demonstrated.
Magnetohydrodynamic flow of nano Williamson fluid generated by stretching plate with multiple slips
Authors: Raza Jawad , Mebarek-Oudina Fateh , Mahanthesh B.
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to present an exploration of multiple slips and temperature dependent thermal conductivity effects on the flow of nano Williamson fluid over a slendering stretching plate in the presence of Joule and viscous heating aspects. The effectiveness of nanoparticles is deliberated by considering Brownian moment and thermophoresis slip mechanisms. The effects of magnetism and radiative heat are also deployed.

Design/methodology/approach

The governing partial differential equations are non-dimensionalized and reduced to multi-degree ordinary differential equations via suitable similarity variables. The subsequent non-linear problem treated for numerical results. To measure the amount of increase/decrease in skin friction coefficient, Nusselt number and Sherwood number, the slope of linear regression line through the data points are calculated. Statistical approach is implemented to analyze the heat transfer rate.

Findings

The results show that temperature distribution across the flow decreases with thermal conductivity parameter. The maximum friction factor is ascertained at stronger magnetic field.

Originality/value

In the current paper, the magneto-nano Williamson fluid flow inspired by a stretching sheet of variable thickness is examined numerically. The rationale of the present study is to generalize the studies of Mebarek-Oudina and Makinde (2018) and Williamson (1929).
An overview of fish drying kinetics
Authors: Adeyeye Samuel Ayofemi Olalekan
Published: August 2019

Purpose

Fishes are important sources of good and high-quality protein in developing countries. Spoilage and keeping quality of fish especially in the tropics is temperature dependence as high temperature and relative humidity accelerate the process of spoilage and fish keeping quality. Fish dehydration removed moisture and extended the shelf life of dried fish. Drying involves removal of moisture from fish as a result of heat and mass transfer done under controlled conditions. This study delves into various drying techniques and drying kinetics of fish.

Design/methodology/approach

The review examines fish drying kinetics and the various drying models applicable to fish drying.

Findings

This review showed that moisture content and colour of dried fish are affected by time and power level. It was also found that the moisture content of the dried fish varied according to the drying method used. Also, as drying power and drying rate varied inversely with drying time. Eight different thin layer drying models were examined for evaluation of drying data for all the experimental conditions involving fish drying. It was found that the quality of the dried fish decreased with drying. Higher values of effective moisture diffusivity have been found to increase moisture velocity within fish samples which improve removal of moisture to reach equilibrium moisture content at specified relative humidity. However, based on this, effective moisture diffusivity could be a useful parameter to design an effective drying method in terms of time, energy consumption and cost to prolong the storage life of dried fish samples. Drying kinetics and different drying models were considered and explained. The use of these models was considered to be important in choosing appropriate drying conditions for effective drying and to get good quality dried fish samples.

Research limitations/implications

The review considers few available literatures on the subject matter.

Practical implications

The review explores the possibility of creating more awareness for more in-depth research on fish drying kinetics and their usefulness in fish preservation.

Originality/value

This outcome of this study is important to researchers, policymakers and regulatory agencies in developing countries on fish preservation.
Innovative impact planning and assessment through global libraries
Authors: Streatfield David , Abisla Richard , Bunescu Violeta , Chiranov Marcel , Garroux Camila , Maister Artiom , González Martín Luis , Paley Jeremy , Rae-Scott Simon
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to report a range of innovative approaches, methods and tools for evaluating the impact of public libraries and supporting the development of library leaders drawn from projects supported by the Global Libraries initiative of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Design/methodology/approach

A range of approaches, tools and methods are described by specialist staff who were directly involved with these innovations.

Findings

Some comments are provided on the effectiveness of these innovations.

Research limitations/implications

All of these innovations have been tried out in public library settings, usually over a period of years.

Practical implications

All of the selected innovations could be adapted and used by library leaders or impact specialists.

Social implications

Several of the innovations are specifically designed to engage library staff and users in evaluation processes.

Originality/value

The impact planning and assessment programme of GL was the largest sustained international public library evaluation programme so far attempted. This paper reports on the more innovative evaluation activities undertaken through this programme.
Sports sentiment and behavior of stock prices: a case of T-20 and IPL cricket matches
Authors: Hiremath Gourishankar S. , Venkatesh Hari , Choudhury Manish
Published: August 2019

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine whether the emotions and sentiments related to the outcome of the sporting event influence the investment making process.

Design/methodology/approach

This study uses the data on stock prices of firms sponsoring the Indian premier league (IPL) teams and data on Indian stock market. The event-study frameworks along with autoregressive moving average and GMM regression are employed to empirical quantify the impacts of the performance of the IPL teams on the stock market returns of the sponsors’ stocks and response of Indian stock market to the outcome of T-20 international matches.

Findings

The paper finds that the team winning IPL title in a season has a positive impact on the returns of the sponsors’ stocks of a particular team, whereas loss of team has a negative impact on returns. The outcome of the cricket matches played by team India in the T-20 has a negligible effect on the Indian stock market.

Practical implications

The finding of the study implies the coexistence of emotions and rationality at different points in time and the relevance of adaptive market hypothesis to explain such time-varying behavior.

Originality/value

The present investigation is first of its kind to test whether the performance of the IPL cricket team can influence the stock returns of the sponsors. This research shows that sentiment related to sports event such as cricket influences the decision-making process and thus affects underlying stock prices.
Change is not just analogue but a data-driven vicious circle
Authors: Hipps Charles
Published: August 2019

Purpose

Change is no longer an event in HR. Competition is tougher than ever, and this battle for top talent is a vicious cycle that doesn't stop but reinvents itself all the time. The recruitment market needs to be more responsive to the continuous cycle of innovation and recognise the increasingly competitive marketplace that is rapidity getting tighter.

Design/methodology/approach

With more than 20 years as the founder of a leading recruitment technology vendor, the detail and content supplied in the feature are all of the author’s own thoughts and experiences, drawn from his own expertise and learning from others he has met en route.

Findings

More often than not, recruitment teams are doing what they have always done – seeing the same candidates and visiting the same events. Change, or more specifically in this case, technology, actually has the ability to speed up the process, enhance the candidate experience and give time back to recruiters to spend with the candidates.

Originality/value

It is widely known that talented people have higher expectations and opportunities than ever before. That makes it crucial for companies to reach them, deliver a highly engaging candidate experience and nurture a relationship well ahead of open opportunities.
Fluctuations in age structure and their variable influence on population growth
Authors: Hoy Sarah R. , MacNulty Daniel R. , Smith Douglas W. , Stahler Daniel R. , Lambin Xavier , Peterson Rolf O. , Ruprecht Joel S. , Vucetich John A.
Published: August 2019

Temporal fluctuations in growth rates can arise from both variation in age‐specific vital rates and temporal fluctuations in age structure (i.e. the relative abundance of individuals in each age‐class). However, empirical assessments of temporal fluctuations in age structure and their effects on population growth rate are relatively rare. Most research has focused on understanding the contribution of changing vital rates to population growth rates and these analyses routinely assume that: (a) populations have stable age distributions, (b) environmental influences on vital rates and age structure are stationary (i.e. the mean and/or variance of these processes does not change over time), and (c) dynamics are independent of density.

Here we quantified fluctuations in age structure and assessed whether they were stationary for four populations of free‐ranging vertebrates: moose (observed for 48 years), elk (15 years), tawny owls (15 years) and grey wolves (17 years). We also assessed the extent that fluctuations in age structure were useful for predicting annual population growth rates using models which account for density dependence.

Fluctuations in age structure were of a similar magnitude to fluctuations in abundance. For three populations (moose, elk, owls), the mean and the skew of the age distribution fluctuated without stabilizing over the observed time periods. More precisely, the sample variance (interannual variance) of age structure indices increased with the length of the study period, which suggests that fluctuations in age structure were non‐stationary for these populations – at least over the 15‐ to 48‐year periods analysed.

Fluctuations in age structure were associated with population growth rate for two populations. In particular, population growth varied from positive to negative for moose and from near zero to negative for elk as the average age of adults increased over its observed range.

Non‐stationarity in age structure may represent an important mechanism by which abundance becomes non‐stationary – and therefore difficult to forecast – over time‐scales of concern to wildlife managers. Overall, our results emphasize the need for vertebrate populations to be modelled using approaches that consider transient dynamics and density dependence and that do not rely on the assumption that environmental processes are stationary.

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Canadian beef and dairy farmers’ attitudes towards animal vaccines
Authors: Ugochukwu Albert I. , Phillips Peter W. B.
Published: August 2019

The willingness to pay (WTP) approach is increasingly being used in different disciplines to assess peoples’ readiness to accept change. This paper assesses the potential for two subunit vaccines for the prevention and control of bovine tuberculosis and paratuberculosis in cattle. A survey of beef and dairy farmers was conducted across Canada to identify factors that influence their WTP for subunit vaccines. Estimated results of the interval‐data model indicate that the size of a farmer’s cattle herd, neighbourhood effect, and buyer recommendations for vaccination significantly influence farmers’ WTP while veterinarians appear to be the most critical pathway for farmers to source information on new vaccine options. The mean willingness to pay amounts for both vaccines reveals that farmers are likely to use the vaccines if the costs are kept at reasonable level.
Fight or flight: Integral emotions and violent intentions
Authors: Barnum Timothy C. , Solomon Starr J.
Published: August 2019

The effect of proximate emotions on risk perceptions is of central importance to criminal decision‐making theory, but has been understudied. We investigate the role of two integral (situational specific) emotional responses, anger and fear, in a decision‐making context regarding the choice to commit assault. We draw on dual‐process models of information processing and appraisal theory to propose a theoretical model in which integral emotions influence decisions and behavior. Using data from an experiment embedded in a survey to a nationwide sample of adults (N = 804), we test the interrelated roles of anger, fear, and traditional rational choice considerations on the intention to commit assault. We find a strong direct association between emotions and intentions to commit assault. Additionally, anger and fear moderate the effect of cognitive deliberations on behavioral intentions and provide a lens through which to evaluate a criminogenic opportunity.
Acrylamide in food: Progress in and prospects for genetic and agronomic solutions
Authors: Raffan Sarah , Halford Nigel G.
Published: August 2019

Acrylamide is a processing contaminant and Group 2a carcinogen that was discovered in foodstuffs in 2002. Its presence in a range of popular foods has become one of the most difficult problems facing the food industry and its supply chain. Wheat, rye and potato products are major sources of dietary acrylamide, with biscuits, breakfast cereals, bread (particularly toasted), crispbread, batter, cakes, pies, French fries, crisps and snack products all affected. Here we briefly review the history of the issue, detection methods, the levels of acrylamide in popular foods and the risk that dietary acrylamide poses to human health. The pathways for acrylamide formation from free (non‐protein) asparagine are described, including the role of reducing sugars such as glucose, fructose and maltose and the Maillard reaction. The evolving regulatory situation in the European Union and elsewhere is discussed, noting that food businesses and their suppliers must plan to comply not only with current regulations but with possible future regulatory scenarios. The main focus of the review is on the genetic and agronomic approaches being developed to reduce the acrylamide‐forming potential of potatoes and cereals and these are described in detail, including variety selection, plant breeding, biotechnology and crop management. Obvious targets for genetic interventions include asparagine synthetase genes, and the asparagine synthetase gene families of different crop species are compared. Current knowledge on crop management best practice is described, including maintaining optimum storage conditions for potatoes and ensuring sulphur sufficiency and disease control for wheat.
Effects of investor tax heterogeneity on stock prices and trading behaviour around the ex‐dividend day: the case of Australia
Authors: Le Nguyen Ngoc Anh , Yin Xiangkang , Zhao Jing
Published: August 2019

Using a sample of Australian stocks during the 1996–2014 period, this study examines how tax heterogeneity between domestic and foreign investors affects trading behaviour and stock prices around the ex‐dividend day. Domestic investors prefer dividends and tend to buy stocks cum‐dividend and sell them ex‐dividend whereas foreign investors tend to trade in the opposite direction. Abnormal trading turnover increases with tax heterogeneity. Moreover, stocks with a larger domestic investor base are associated with a higher price drop‐off ratio on the ex‐dividend day and higher market value of franking credits. Overall, our findings support the dynamic dividend clientele hypothesis.
Australian processionary caterpillars, Ochrogaster lunifer Herrich‐Schäffer (Lepidoptera: Notodontidae), comprise cryptic species
Authors: Mather Andrew , Zalucki Myron P , Farrell Julianne , Perkins Lynda E , Cook Lyn G
Published: August 2019

The bag shelter moth, Ochrogaster lunifer Herrich‐Schäffer, 1855 (Thaumetopoeinae), is abundant and widespread throughout Australia where its larvae have been reported to feed mostly on Acacia and eucalypts. The larvae, known as processionary caterpillars, build silken nests on their host plants either on the ground at the base of the plant (Acacia) or above ground on the trunk or among the canopy (Acacia and eucalypts). The caterpillars are medically important in that they shed tiny setae that can cause dermatitis and other health problems in humans and other mammals, including amnionitis and foetal loss in horses. Despite reports of behavioural, ecological and morphological differences between ground and canopy nesters, caterpillars of all nest types and hosts are currently considered to belong to one species. Here, we use DNA sequence data from the mitochondrial and nuclear genomes of caterpillars taken from different nest types in eastern Australia to determine whether there is evidence for there being more than one species. We find significant genetic divergence between caterpillars from different nest types despite occurrence in sympatry at multiple sites, indicative of a lack of gene flow and the presence of at least two reproductively isolated species. Given the range of hosts and nest locations within hosts throughout Australia, further sampling is needed to determine just how many species there are under the current concept of O. lunifer.
Eight‐fold path to attain laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal (TEP) hernia repair Nirvana – a standardized technique to reduce the learning curve of surgical residents
Authors: Yeo Danson , Kaushal Sanghvi , Oo Aung M. , Rao Jaideepraj
Published: August 2019

Introduction

Laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal (TEP) hernia repair remains technically challenging due to the steep learning curve and unfamiliar territory. This paper describes an eight‐step standardized technique of laparoscopic TEP hernia repair that is easily reproducible, thus reducing the learning curve.

Materials and Surgical Technique

The eight steps are as follows: (a) creation of the pneumo pre‐peritoneal space; (b) identify the pubis symphysis; (c) identify the inferior epigastric vessels; (d) lateral to medial dissection of the hernia sac; (e) identification of cord structures and triangle of doom/pain; (f) herniotomy; (g) parietalization of the hernia sac; (h) placement and fixation of the mesh.

Discussion

The learning curve of laparoscopic TEP can be decreased by proctoring, standardization of the procedure and having a formal set of operative steps that residents can follow and easily repeat.
Encapsulated nitrate replacing soybean meal changes in vitro ruminal fermentation and methane production in diets differing in concentrate to forage ratio
Authors: Natel Andressa Santanna , Abdalla Adibe Luiz , de Araujo Rafael Canonenco , McManus Concepta , Paim Tiago do Prado , de Abdalla Filho Adibe Luiz , Louvandini Patrícia , Nazato Carina
Published: August 2019

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of using encapsulated nitrate product (ENP) replacing soybean meal in diets differing in concentrate to forage ratio on ruminal fermentation and methane production in vitro using a semi‐automatic gas production technique. Eight treatments were used in a randomized complete design with a 2 × 4 factorial arrangement: two diet (20C:80F and 80C:20F concentrate to forage ratio) and four levels of ENP addition (0%, 1.5%, 3.0%, and 4.5% of DM) replacing soybean meal. There was a diet × ENP interaction (p = 0.02) for methane production. According to ENP addition, diets with 80C:20F showed more intense reduction on methane production that 20C:80F. A negative linear effect was observed for propionate production with ENP addition in diet with 80C:20F and to the relative abundance of methanogens Archaea, in both diet. The replacement of soybean meal by ENP in levels up to 3% of DM inhibited methane production due to a reduction in the methanogens community without affecting the organic matter degradability. However, ENP at 4.5% of DM level affected fiber degradability, abundance of cellulolytic bacteria, and propionic acid production, indicating that this level of inclusion is not recommended for ruminant production.
Landscapes of financial exclusion: Alternative financial service providers and the dual financial service delivery system
Authors: Dunham Ian M.
Published: August 2019

This research addresses equity in geographic access to financial services. As financial products and services continue to become more accessible and affordable, many low‐ to moderate‐income Americans remain unbanked and underbanked, relying instead upon informal, alternative financial service providers, including check cashing outlets and payday lenders. While geographic access to affordable financial products and services assists in the successful asset building strategies of economically vulnerable households, concerns that access to financial services is uneven persist. This article uses geographic information systems and spatial binary logistic regression analysis to test the hypothesis that sociodemographic characteristics and mortgage lending variables have a predictive relationship on the presence of financial deserts—census tracts where check cashing outlets are more prevalent than banks—in southeastern Pennsylvania. Results of comparison of means and regression analysis reveal that these tracts are associated with higher than average population density, lower levels of median household income, a higher proportion of Black and Latinx residents, and higher levels of mortgage application denial. This article contributes to the ongoing debate over the emergence of a two‐tiered or dual financial service delivery system, whereby financial products and services are bifurcated based on socioeconomic status and geography.