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The Use of GLP1R Agonists for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes in Kidney Transplant Recipients
Authors: Kukla Aleksandra , Hill Jennifer , Merzkani Massini , Bentall Andrew , Lorenz Elizabeth C. , Park Walter D. , D’Costa Matthew , Kudva Yogish C. , Stegall Mark D. , Shah Pankaj 
Published: January 2020

Background.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP1RA) have been shown to improve glucose control and diabetes-related comorbidities in patients without solid organ transplants. The effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of GLP1RA after kidney transplantation have not been adequately studied.

Methods.
We retrospectively reviewed data on kidney transplant recipients performed in our institution, who were initiated on GLP1RA either for the treatment of type 2 diabetes diagnosed before transplantation or posttransplant diabetes. We analyzed efficacy, safety, and the effect on kidney allograft function.

Results.
Seventeen kidney transplant recipients were initiated on GLP1RA therapy, 14 of which remained on the medication for at least 12 months. The use of GLP1RA had no significant impact on weight loss, but was associated with a significant reduction in the total daily insulin dose, from the median of 63 [interquartile range 43-113] IU to 44 [interquartile range 25-88] and reduction in the risk of hypoglycemia in patients who were on therapy for at least approximately 12 months. Kidney function remained stable and none of the recipients experienced acute rejection. Tacrolimus dose was not significantly changed. Five patients (29%) discontinued GLP1RA therapy—4 due to side effects and 1 due to uncontrolled hyperglycemia.

Conclusions.
GLP1RA may be a relatively safe and effective treatment for kidney transplant recipients with type 2 diabetes that allows for a reduction in insulin requirements. More studies are needed to determine whether the use of these agents will translate into an improvement in allograft and patient survival.
Does product design stimulate customer satisfaction? Mediating role of affect
Authors: Sabir Sana S. 
Published: January 2020

PurposeProduct design is a dynamic factor that triggers customers’ experiential value which eventually escalates their satisfaction. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to examine the impact of product design dimensions on customer satisfaction with the mediating role of affect.Design/methodology/approachA survey on 225 smartphone users has been conducted to test the conceptualization empirically. Confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling were performed using SPSS Amos-22.0 to confirm the hypotheses.FindingsThe results indicate that affect fully mediates the relationship between symbolic dimension and satisfaction. Whereas, partial mediation of affect is observed in the relation between functional dimension and satisfaction.Practical implicationsThe framework of this research contributes towards the practice by facilitating managers in evaluating the impact of experiential value which product design dimensions create to influence customer satisfaction.Originality/valueThis study is first of its kind to analyze how design dimensions create experiential value to influence customer satisfaction. It contributes to the literature by giving empirical evidence that affective responses like pleasure and arousal play an important role in assessing product design dimensions that influence customer satisfaction.
Optimal heat induction treatment of titanium alloys
Authors: Smolyanov Ivan Alexandrovich , Kotlan Václav , Doležel Ivo 
Published: January 2020

Purpose
This paper aims to propose a number of approaches to reduce the temperature gradient of titanium billets in the heat treatment process.

Design/methodology/approach
Modeling physical processes in the induction unit is calculated by the finite element method. Required power was calculated based on the fact that all the induced power is allocated in a certain layer and there are loss flows and heating flows. Also, an opportunity is offered to reduce temperature difference using numerical optimization, control system based on proportional-integral regulator and ballast blank.

Findings
The asymmetry of the magnetic field at the ends of the inductor significantly affects the temperature uniformity along the length of the workpiece. Increasing the length of the workpiece by adding ballast blanks reduces the temperature drop. Also, increasing the non-magnetic gap in some cases it is possible to improve the quality of through heating.

Research limitations/implications
The results of this study are verified only for a number of titanium alloys. Therefore, this knowledge is appropriate to apply for this type of materials. In future studies, it is possible to expand the possibilities of the considered approaches for other types of materials.

Practical implications
Part of the study will be used to industrial plant for purpose of heat treatment of titanium alloys workpiece. Especially, control system will be basically made based on the model.

Originality/value
A novel methodology of induction heating of titanium alloy Ti6Al4V in the form of cylindrical billets is presented that simplifies the process and improves temperature uniformity along the radius and length of the billet by optimizing the shape of the inductor and selecting suitable power modes.
The drama of corporate social responsibility communication
Authors: Ivanova-Gongne Maria , Lång Stefan 
Published: January 2020

PurposeThis paper aims to investigate a company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) communications in a business network with regard to the flow of critical events related to CSR.Design/methodology/approachThe paper focuses on the drama that unfolded at a Nordic-based multinational corporation, Stora Enso, after a critical event related to CSR and the specific signs and codes applied by the company to justify its actions. To achieve the aims, the authors conducted a dramaturgical and semiotic analysis of the company’s corporate communications in connection with various actions prior to or following the major critical event.FindingsThe findings consist of a five-act drama that unfolded around certain CSR communication activities at the company. The authors followed the company’s shift in communication strategy as they were compelled to adopt a more responsive and involved approach. The results also show the roles of the various business network actors in shaping CSR communications.Practical implicationsThis case has practical uses for providing the framework to create effective messages at different stages of the communication process related to a major CSR event.Originality/valueThe originality of the study lies in its application of a dramaturgical and semiotic approach to the analysis of CSR communication. It also contributes to the scarce literature on CSR communication within business networks.
The impact of teaching-research conflict on job burnout among university teachers
Authors: Li Yongzhan , Li Yongxin , Castaño Gloria 
Published: January 2020

PurposeTo fill the previous research gap, focusing on two constructs, i.e. perceived supervisor support (PSS) and psychological capital (PsyCap), this study aims to explore the mechanism underlying the relationship between teaching–research conflict (TRC) and job burnout among university teachers using the lens of job demands–resources (JD-R) model.Design/methodology/approachFirst, theoretically grounded hypotheses linking teaching–research conflict, PSS and PsyCap to job burnout were formulated. Then, a cross-sectional design was used to test the theoretical model presented in this study.FindingsThe results showed that TRC was positively linked to emotional exhaustion (EE) and depersonalization (DP), but negatively linked to personal accomplishment; PSS moderated the effect of TRC on both EE and DP but did not act as a moderator in the relationship between TRC and personal accomplishment; and PsyCap moderated the effect of TRC on all the three dimensions of job burnout.Research limitations/implicationsGiven that the data were collected from single-source, the study was vulnerable to the common method variance. Besides, the relative small sample size limits the representativeness of the sample. Moreover, the cross-sectional design cannot confirm causal relationship between variables. Despite these limitations, the findings of this research can potentially inform effective interventions aimed at reducing the effect of TRC on job burnout among university teachers.Originality/valueBased on the JD-R model, PSS and PsyCap are used to explore the effect of TRC on job burnout for the first time.
Ethical leadership
Authors: Shakeel Fahad , Kruyen Peter Mathieu , Van Thiel Sandra 
Published: January 2020

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to offer a review of the selected literature in ethical leadership synthesizing findings from 45 articles selected from journals on leadership, public administration, organizational behavior, psychology and ethics.Design/methodology/approachFour themes are addressed: the conceptualization of ethical leadership theories, the existence of popular measurement instruments for ethical leadership, findings on ethical leadership in the public sector and outcomes of ethical leadership in terms of benefits and negative consequences.FindingsThe definition by Brownet al.(2005) is the most frequently used definition, even though recent criticism states that this definition may be too narrow. Ethical leadership is usually measured by means of a survey; however, there are at least three different questionnaires in use. In the public sector, ethical leadership has been linked to both positive outcomes and negative consequences.Research limitations/implicationsThis paper only includes selected academic articles and does not include published books.Originality/valueBased on our findings, the authors present recommendations for future research, among others into a broader conceptualization of ethical leadership and the use of mixed methods.
Development of a conceptual auditing framework by integrating ISO 9001 principles within auditing
Authors: Abuazza Omran Ahmad , Labib Ashraf , Savage Barbara M. 
Published: January 2020

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to develop a conceptual auditing framework (CAF), which can help the organizations that experience difficulties with current ISO 9001 auditing to achieve their desired benefits with regard to the auditing of conformance, performance, risk management and improvement collectively.

Design/methodology/approach
A literature review was undertaken to identify the audit limitations and the program strategies that were reported in literature to overcome these limitations. The relevant audit standard (ISO 9001:2015) and guidelines (ISO 19011:2011 and ISO 19011:2018) have also been reviewed to determine the gap in relation to this purpose.

Findings
Most of the previous suggestions to overcome the difficulties of the current ISO 9001 auditing were to focus on processes in addition to ISO 9001 clauses and to apply the two principles of “Process Approach” and “Improvement” of ISO 9001, by having the manner of integration of their risk-based thinking concept and Lean Six Sigma (LSS) approaches, respectively, within audit. However, this integration also has limitations such as the desire for implementing risk management program and the necessity for applying LSS approach. Therefore, a CAF was developed to enhance the ISO 9001 quality audit. It suggests the integration of 12 management tools that are connected to the seven principles of ISO 9001:2015 severally and collectively. The selected tools ought to be linked to the audit limitations that have been previously reported in the literature, and connected with the complaints of the organizations that experience difficulties with current ISO 9001 auditing. Auditing of conformance/performance, risk management and improvement in combination can be assured by upgrading, testing and validating this CAF.

Originality/value
Utilizing the ISO 9001 quality audit in a way that helps organizations to audit performance, risk management and improvement in combination by changing the auditing approach from ISO 9001 elements to ISO 9001 principles and by learning from the experience of business excellence models implementers in development of the Performance measurement frameworks and in converting the concepts and principles into practice.
Women’s presence in top management and the performance of microfinance institutions in West Africa
Authors: Boubacar Hamadou 
Published: January 2020

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between the presence of women in senior management and the performance of microfinance organizations in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU).Design/methodology/approachUsing a data set of 266 microfinance institutions (MFIs) for the period 2013–2017, the study assesses the impact of women’s representation in senior management and on the boards of West African MFIs on these institutions’ financial and social performance.FindingsThe results indicate that board size and diversity positively and significantly affect the social performance of MFIs, particularly in relation to women’s participation in decision-making regarding expanding services to poor people. In essence, greater gender diversity at the board and management levels promotes the social orientation of MFIs.Research limitations/implicationsThe low representation of women on boards and as managers makes it difficult to more accurately determine the true impact of women in senior positions on MFIs performance.Practical implicationsThe author recommends minimum quotas for women in the top management of MFIs. This would help these institutions incorporate key skills and actively involve all members. Also, regulation places constraints on the ability of West African MFIs to mobilize deposits and this negatively impacts their financial performance.Originality/valueThis investigation highlights the importance of including women in the top management of MFIs to improve these institutions’ performance. It also underscores an interesting problem and answers questions raised in the existing literature by either rejecting or confirming the findings. As players in the microfinance sector recognize that board diversity is important for the success of any microfinance institution, this paper helps shed light on the situation of these organizations in the WAEMU.Peer reviewThe peer review history for this article is available at:https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/IJSE-06-2019-0365
An improved stiffness model for line contact elastohydrodynamic lubrication and its application in gear pairs
Authors: Pei Jiaxing , Han Xu , Tao Yourui 
Published: January 2020

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to propose an simple and efficient stiffness model for line contact under elastohydrodynamic lubrication (EHL) and to investigate the gear meshing stiffness by the proposed model.

Design/methodology/approach
The method combines the surface contact stiffness and film stiffness as EHL contact stiffness. The EHL contact stiffness can be calculated by the external load and displacement of the load action point. The displacement is the sum of deformation of the film and contact surface and is equal to the distance of the mutual approach of two contact bodies.

Findings
The conclusion is drawn that the contact stiffness calculated by the proposed model is smaller than that by the minimum film model and larger than that by the mean film model. It is also concluded that the gear meshing stiffness under EHL is slightly smaller than that under dry contact.

Originality/value
The EHL contact stiffness can be obtained by the increment of external load and mutual approach directly. The calculation of oil film stiffness and surface contact stiffness separately is avoided.

Peer review
The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-11-2019-0465
Analyses of factors influencing Chinese repeated blood donation behavior
Authors: Chen Xu , Wu Shuyao , Guo Xinyu 
Published: January 2020

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to link subjective data obtained from a questionnaire survey with blood donation behavioral data, constructs a conceptual model of the factors that influence repeated blood donation behavior, and explores the mechanisms and degrees of influence of the value and cost elements of blood donors on repeated blood donation behavior.

Design/methodology/approach
First, this study constructs a conceptual model of the factors that affect repeated blood donation based on delivered value theory. Second, this paper is driven by subjective data obtained from a questionnaire and big data on blood donation behavior; the use of multisource data can help us understand repeated blood donation behavior from a broader perspective. Through data association and systematic research, it is possible to accurately explore the mechanisms through which various factors affect repeated blood donation behavior.

Findings
The results show that among the value elements, personnel value (PV), image value and blood donation value affect blood donation behavior in decreasing order. The change in PV per unit directly caused a 0.471-unit change in satisfaction, which indirectly caused a 0.098-unit change in donation behavior. Among the cost elements of blood donors, only the impact of time cost (TC) on repeated blood donation behavior was significant, and a change of one unit in TC caused a change in repeated blood donation behavior of −0.035 units. In addition, this paper groups subjects according to gender, education and age and explores the differences in the value and cost factors of different groups. Finally, based on the research results, the authors propose corresponding policy recommendations.

Originality/value
First, the authors expand the application field of the delivered value theory, and provide a new perspective for studying repeated blood donation. Second, through questionnaire data and blood donation behavior data, the authors comprehensively explore the factors that influence repeated blood donation behavior.
Organisational fraud: a discussion on the theoretical perspectives and dimensions
Authors: Zahari Afzal Izzaz , Said Jamaliah , Arshad Roshayani 
Published: January 2020

Purpose
The purpose of this paper discusses literature on organisational fraud in terms of organisational behaviours that lead to fraudulent actions. The discussion includes organisational perspectives and weaknesses that can be obtained from the organisation fraud dimensions of leadership structure, control system and organisational culture.

Design/methodology/approach
The paper explores theoretical explanations in terms of the causality of organisational fraud by comparing its different levels. The core organisational fraud triangle (Free, Macintosh and Stein, 2007) approach was initially conceptualised on different factors that caused organisational levels of fraud.

Findings
Different factors, such as the collusion and normalisation of fraud, enabled organisational levels of fraud.

Originality/value
The paper presents an extension of the original framework.
Impact of Eurozone crisis on domestic bank lending in India
Authors: Swamy Vighneswara 
Published: January 2020

PurposeThe significant economic weight of the Eurozone in the globe caused the contagion of the Eurozone debt crisis on the emerging markets. The Eurozone debt crisis caused the sudden plummeting of the cross-border bank credit (BC) to India causing a significant impact on bank lending in India. Essentially, the purpose of this study is to find an answer to the question: Did the decline in cross-border cross-credit from Eurozone had an impact on domestic BC in India?Design/methodology/approachUsing the data for the period from 2000 to 2013 sourced from Bank for International Settlements international banking statistics consolidated data sets, the novel specification of the study captures the impact of Eurozone cross-border credit on India by developing two regression frameworks that capture the pre-Euro debt crisis period scenario and post-Euro debt crisis period scenario.FindingsThe results offer a very interesting analogy of the behavior of BC and cross-border credit during the pre and post-Eurozone crisis scenarios of analysis. During the pre-Eurozone crisis period, cross-border credit displayed a significant negative relationship with BC indicating that cross-border credit to the Indian firms indirectly benefitted the banks by creating increased demand for domestic BC. The post-Eurozone crisis period witnessed a nexus between cross-border credit and BC during the pre-Eurozone crisis period, which gradually disappeared largely because of the onset of the Eurozone crisis.Originality/valueThis study is a first of its kind in investigating the impact of the Eurozone crisis on an emerging economy like India. This study supports the hypothesis of the existence of the transmission of financial shocks through the balance sheets of international banks. The findings conform to the policy concerns of most of the emerging economies that international banks transmit financial shocks from their home countries. The implication for India and other emerging economies is that international credit growth deserves careful monitoring.
Cyber security risks in globalized supply chains: conceptual framework
Authors: Pandey Shipra , Singh Rajesh Kumar , Gunasekaran Angappa , Kaushik Anjali 
Published: January 2020

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to examine cyber security risks in globalized supply chains (SCs). It has been seen to have a greater impact on the performance of SCs. The information and communication technology of a firm, which enhances the efficiency and effectiveness in the SC, could simultaneously be the cause of vulnerabilities and exposure to security threats. Researchers have primarily focussed on the cyber-physical system (CPS) vulnerabilities impacting SC. This paper tries to categorize the cyber security risks occurring because of the SCs operating in CPS.Design/methodology/approachBased on the flow of information along the upstream and downstream SC, this paper tries to identify cyber security risks in the global SCs. It has further tried to categorize these cyber security risks from a strategic point of view.FindingsThis paper tries to identify the various cyber security risk and cyber-attacks in globalized SC for improving the performance. The 16 cyber security risks have been categorized into three categories, namely, supply risk, operational risk and demand risk. The paper proposes a framework consisting of different cyber-attacks across the information that flows in global SCs along-with suitable mitigation strategies.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper presents the conceptual model of cyber security risks and cyber-attacks in globalized SCs based on literature review and industry experts. Further validation and scale development of these risks can be done through empirical study.Practical implicationsThis paper provides significant managerial insights by developing a framework for understanding the cyber security risks in terms of the drivers of these risks and how to deal with them. From a managerial perspective, this framework can be used as a decision-making process while considering different cyber security risks across the stages of globalized SCs.Originality/valueThe major contribution of this study is the identification and categorization of cyber security risks across the global SCs in the digital age. Thus, this paper introduces a new phenomenon to the field of management that has the potential to investigate new areas of future research. Based on the categorization, the paper provides insights on how cyber security risks impact the continuity of SC operations.