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Assessing and allocating the financial viability risk factors in public-private partnership wastewater treatment plant projects
Authors: El-Kholy Amr Metwally , Akal Ahmed Yousry 
Published: November 2020

PurposeThis research investigates the financial viability risk factors that threaten the private investor's economic scheme in the public private partnership (PPP) wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) projects in Egypt. The aims of this study are to: (1) illustrate and cluster the financial viability risk factors in accordance with the PPP WWTP projects' nature, (2) assess the risk factors' criticality degrees according to their severity and frequency levels of the financial viability, and (3) pinpoint the suited allocation of the financial viability risk factors between the public and private parties.Design/methodology/approachRelying on the previous analysts' endeavors, the questionnaire method, the fuzzy synthetic evaluation approach and the hypothetical normal distribution curve model; the severity, frequency, criticality and allocation preference of 32 financial viability risk factors were assessed from 12 Egyptian PPP experts.FindingsThe data analysis yielded that foreign exchange risk, currency risk/inflation, license risk, construction cost-overrun and late site handover are the key factors in arising the financial viability risk issue in the PPP WWTP projects. Considering the discussion of these key risks, the study summarized that the financial viability's key risk factors are notably be affected by the economic, political and administrative circumstances of the host county. Additionally, the inflation lesion was found to be the core reason of most of the key risk factors.Originality/valueThis research originality stems from its contribution to address the gab in the PPP risk assessment literature of the concessionaire's financial viability in the WWTP projects in a country of developing economy as Egypt. This, first, enriches the scholarly based knowledge of the PPP projects' risk analysts of the developing countries. Accordingly, it moves the current PPP risk assessment research further to deeply apprehend these markets' risks. Second, it equips the policymakers in the public and private sectors of such projects with a map that clarifies their assigned risk factors and the responsibilities that each party should bear to generate a mutual stable investment environment for achieving their aims successfully. This, indeed, paves the way for more private investments to be involved in the developing markets' PPP projects with a profitable satisfactory level for the private concessionaire. In the same vein, more WWTP projects, which are highly needed for the public sector and its people, are executed.
Institutionalised patriarchy and work-life balance (WLB) challenges for female medical doctors: the case of Nigeria
Authors: Nwagbara Uzoechi 
Published: November 2020

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to examine how institutionalised patriarchy triggers work-life-balance (WLB) challenges for Nigerian female medical doctors. It is focused on Nigeria to understand how its unique institutional context poses WLB challenges.Design/methodology/approachRelying on exploratory qualitative approach based on 41 semi-structured interviews with female medical doctors in Nigeria and informed by institutional theory (IT), this study explores how patriarchal institutions create, maintain and transmit male dominance, exploitation and inequality in the family, workplace and larger society.FindingsThe findings of this study show that patriarchy exists not only in family but also in all structures and institutions that allow for control of women by men and further inequality and exploitation of women. It was also found that in contrast to research in the west, WLB challenges stemming from Nigeria's patriarchal institutions are significantly different because of the peculiar institutional frameworks framing them. Also, WLB challenges for female physicians while common to female doctors in western countries are more intense in developing countries, given their unique sociocultural and institutional realities.Research limitations/implicationsThe implications of this study are that WLB challenges of female doctors are not fundamentally driven by individual choices but by broader contextual issues, which create and sustain such challenges. Further studies can be undertaken in private hospitals including quantitative approaches.Originality/valueThis research thus contributes to both institutional theory and WLB discourse from the perspective of developing countries.
The adoption of e-learning beyond MOOCs for higher education
Authors: Liu Chunhui 
Published: November 2020

PurposeThis paper aims to explore factors influencing university students’ intent to take formal lectures completely through e-learning with cloud meetings.Design/methodology/approachThis study has surveyed Chinese students who have experienced e-learning with cloud meetings as well as traditional massive open online courses (MOOC) without live dialogues. The data are analysed based on structural equation modelling to assess factors influencing students’ intent to choose e-learning with cloud meetings.FindingsThe findings show that as per the technology acceptance model, e-learning students who find learning to be easier with cloud meetings than MOOCs believe cloud meeting courses to be more beneficial and thus are more willing to take e-learning with cloud meetings.Originality/valueThis study compares e-learning with cloud meetings with MOOCs without live dialogues for the first time to highlight the value of open dialogues in real time for effective e-learning.
Is TripAdvisor still relevant? The influence of review credibility, review usefulness, and ease of use on consumers’ continuance intention
Authors: Filieri Raffaele , Acikgoz Fulya , Ndou Valentina , Dwivedi Yogesh 
Published: November 2020

Purpose
Recent figures show that users are discontinuing their usage of TripAdvisor, the leading user-generated content (UGC) platform in the tourism sector. Hence, it is relevant to study the factors that influence travelers’ continued use of TripAdvisor.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors have integrated constructs from the technology acceptance model, information systems (IS) continuance model and electronic word of mouth literature. They used PLS-SEM (smartPLS V.3.2.8) to test the hypotheses using data from 297 users of TripAdvisor recruited through Prolific.

Findings
Findings reveal that perceived ease of use, online consumer review (OCR) credibility and OCR usefulness have a positive impact on customer satisfaction, which ultimately leads to continuance intention of UGC platforms. Customer satisfaction mediates the effect of the independent variables on continuance intention.

Practical implications
Managers of UGC platforms (i.e. TripAdvisor) can benefit from the findings of this study. Specifically, they should improve the ease of use of their platforms by facilitating travelers’ information searches. Moreover, they should use signals to make credible and helpful content stand out from the crowd of reviews.

Originality/value
This is the first study that adopts the IS continuance model in the travel and tourism literature to research the factors influencing consumers’ continued use of travel-based UGC platforms. Moreover, the authors have extended this model by including new constructs that are particularly relevant to UGC platforms, such as performance heuristics and OCR credibility.
From boycott to product judgment in the coronavirus era: Chinese products cases
Authors: LTIFI Moez 
Published: November 2020

PurposeThis study aims to explain the boycott of Chinese product during the COVID-19 crisis. Specifically, this paper attempt to empirically test the influence of boycott on the image brand and foreign product judgment, as well as to testing the influence of brand image on the judgment of these products.Design/methodology/approachData was collected from a stratified random sample (N= 300) of students and was analyzed by using the structural equation modeling method.FindingsThe results show that the boycott negatively influenced the brand image and valuation of foreign products. Also, empirical results confirm that the brand image of foreign products positively influenced consumer judgment.Practical implicationsThe success of foreign products is because of a combination of adaptation and standardization strategies for foreign companies in a local market to resist ace to unexpected economic conditions. These strategies allowed foreign products to penetrate diverse markets and not to be considered as a “foreign” brand which must be boycotted even in health crisis. The internationalization of companies and the opening of subsidiaries in the targeted countries can be considered as a solution for them so that their products will not be boycotted by consumers and consider them as national products.Originality/valueAlthough with the existence of several studies on the boycott of foreign products, little attention has been paid so far to assess its interactions in times of health crisis such as COVID-19 crisis. This study contributes to the existing the literature with a research model based on two theories. This study leads to a better understanding of the role of boycotting foreign products and its impact on the brand image of these products and their judgments by consumers. On the other hand, this study tested the effect of branding on the judgment of boycotted products. Indeed, no study has so far examined the influence of consumer boycotts on the brand image of boycotted products. The authors have already responded to this shortcoming by adding additional tests for verification, robustness and validation of the results obtained.
Measuring the maturity of service supply chain process: a new framework
Authors: Balouei Jamkhaneh Hadi , Safaei Ghadikolaei Abdol Hamid 
Published: November 2020

PurposeThe aim of this study is to develop a framework for measuring of service supply chain (SSC) maturity process.Design/methodology/approachThe main framework of the SSC maturity was developed by reviewing the concepts and models of SSC, business excellence, maturity and supply chain performance evaluation. Then, the maturity level of each excellence criterion was defined in the proposed model by using the excellence criteria for SSC and the concept of Plan, Do, Check and Act (PDCA) cycle in combination with the process survey tools maturity model. Based on the excellence criteria and their maturity levels, a questionnaire was designed to practically measure the proposed framework.FindingsThe concepts and features of maturity levels defined for each of the excellence criteria were used to implement and operationalize the proposed framework and evaluate the SSC processes.Practical implicationsThrough the assessment of the existing status of SSC processes, the findings allow managers to reach a better understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of such processes. Then, some opportunities are provided for improving each excellence criterion to enhance the performance of each process.Originality/valueIn fact, this study provides guidelines for organizations to measure their progress and performance and improve their management systems. The main advantages of the proposed SSC measurement framework include self-assessment facilitation, calculation of criteria scores and development of uses. The proposed model, like quality and productivity awards, can pave the way for increased competitiveness of the service industry.
Research on optimization of spindle bearing preload based on the efficiency coefficient method
Authors: He Pingping , Gao Feng , Li Yan , Wu Wenwu , Zhang Dongya 
Published: November 2020

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to research on optimization of spindle bearing preload based on efficiency coefficient method and provide theoretical guidance for variable preload of intelligent spindle.

Design/methodology/approach
Based on an established thermo-mechanical coupling model of angular contact ball bearing with fix-position preload, temperature rise and axial stiffness of the bearing at different speeds and preload are analyzed, and life of the bearing is estimated by the improved L-P theory. The bearing temperature rise, axial stiffness and life data are standardized, and the preload is optimized by the efficiency coefficient method according to the requirements of operating conditions.

Findings
The optimized preload meets comprehensive requirements of the bearing temperature rise, axial stiffness and life under different operating conditions.

Originality/value
In the past studies, it is rarely reported that temperature rise, stiffness and life of the bearing under thermo-mechanical coupling effect are used as objective functions to optimize preload at different speeds.

Peer review
The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-06-2020-0205/
Non-Muslim consumers’ intention to purchase halal food products in Malaysia
Authors: Lim Yong Hion , Lada Suddin , Ullah Rahat , Abdul Adis Azaze-Azizi 
Published: November 2020

PurposeThis study aims to identify the intention to purchase Halal food products amongst non-Muslim consumers in Malaysia, moderated by the acculturation effect.Design/methodology/approachA structured close-ended questionnaire was used to gather data through the random distribution of 397 non-Muslim consumers from the Alumni network of several private higher education institutions in Malaysia.FindingsThe collected data was analyzed through the structural equation modelling technique using partial least squares with SmartPLS 3.0. The result indicated that attitude, subjective norms and perceived behavioral control were positively influenced by the purchase decision of Halal food products amongst non-Muslim consumers in Malaysia. Apart from that, the acculturation effect moderates the relationship between attitude and intention to purchase.Research limitations/implicationsThis finding will contribute to academics, Halal food makers and government in understanding the Halal food purchase intention amongst non-Muslim consumers in Malaysia.Practical implicationsThe outcome of this study can be used as an input for Halal entrepreneurship in terms of marketing and operation strategy. On the government aspect, this study also provides an implication on national public policy and strategic economic planning in developing overall national Halal policy.Social implicationsThe social harmonization amongst the multiple races in Malaysia is partially contributed through the acculturation effect. The acculturation effect has been reflected through the food choice decision amongst Malaysian, despite of different religious belief and home culture background.Originality/valueResearch in studying Halal food purchase intention amongst non-Muslim consumers are scarce. This research is able to reinforce the theory of planned behavior model in dealing with Halal food choice decisions, taking into consideration of acculturation effect.
Lean production myths: an exploratory study
Authors: Saurin Tarcisio Abreu , Luz Tortorella Guilherme , Soliman Marlon , Garza-Reyes Jose Arturo 
Published: November 2020

PurposeThis paper presents an exploratory investigation of myths on lean production (LP), by identifying, dispelling and assessing their pervasiveness.Design/methodology/approachA list of myths was proposed mostly based on seminal LP texts and our rich experience from researching, teaching and consulting in lean journeys. Complexity thinking was adopted as a lens for dispelling the myths, as it challenged generalizations implied in myths. An investigation of the pervasiveness of the myths was also conducted, based on a survey with 120 academics and practitioners.FindingsTen myths were identified and dispelled. Survey's results indicated that belief in lean myths was more common among less experienced practitioners (<10 years), while experience was not a relevant factor for academics.Research limitations/implicationsThe lean myths partly reflect the experience of the authors. Furthermore, a larger sample size is necessary for a full analysis of pervasiveness.Practical implicationsThe lean myths might be underlying barriers to LP implementation (e.g. lack of knowledge of managers and workers), and they might be proactively accounted for in lean training and education programs.Originality/valueThis is the first work to explicitly frame a set of lean myths.
An econophysics approach to forecast bulk shipbuilding orderbook: an application of Newton’s law of gravitation
Authors: Sakalayen Quazi Mohammed Habibus , Duru Okan , Hirata Enna 
Published: November 2020

Purpose
Bulk shipping mostly facilitates the smooth flow of raw materials around the globe. Regardless, forecasting a bulk shipbuilding orderbook is a seldom researched domain in the academic arena. This study aims to pioneer an econophysics approach coupled with an autoregressive data analysis technique for bulk shipbuilding order forecasting.

Design/methodology/approach
By offering an innovative forecasting method, this study provides a comprehensive but straightforward econophysics approach to forecast new shipbuilding order of bulk carrier. The model has been evaluated through autoregressive integrated moving average analysis, and the outcome indicates a relatively stable good fit.

Findings
The outcomes of the econophysics model indicate a relatively stable good fit. Although relevant maritime data and its quality need to be improved, the flexibility in refining the predictive variables ensure the robustness of this econophysics-based forecasting model.

Originality/value
By offering an innovative forecasting method, this study provides a comprehensive but straightforward econophysics approach to forecast new shipbuilding order of bulk carrier. The research result helps shipping investors make decision in a capital-intensive and uncertainty-prone environment.
Beware the politically skilled maverick: political skill interacts with maverickism to predict unethical decision-making
Authors: Gardiner Elliroma , Debrulle Jonas 
Published: November 2020

PurposeAcross two studies, the current research investigates whether individuals high in maverickism, which incorporates tendencies of creativity, risk-taking, goal-orientation and disruption are likely to make poorer ethical decisions and whether political skill promotes or hinders good ethical judgment.Design/methodology/approachParticipants completed an online questionnaire and an ethical dilemma.FindingsResults with UK (Study 1,N = 300) and Australian workers (Study 2,N = 217) revealed that political skill significantly moderated the maverickism-unethical decision-making relationship. Unethical decision-making was highest for those high in maverickism and political skill.Research limitations/implicationsResults highlight that for individuals high in maverickism, political skill facilitates rather than reduces the breaching of ethical norms.Practical implicationsResults show that while political skill has traditionally been seen as adaptive in organizations, being politically skilled can contribute to engaging in unethical behavior.Originality/valueThis research provides a new and interesting view of how being politically skilled can negatively impact ethical behavior and identifies another individual difference variable, maverickism, which predicts unethical behavior.
Analysis of sweating by optical coherence tomography in patients with palmoplantar hyperhidrosis
Authors: Kato Kohei , Al‐Sobaihi Saber , Al‐Busani Hind , Nishizawa Aya , Ohmi Masato , Yokozeki Hiroo , Namiki Takeshi 
Published: November 2020

AbstractOptical coherence tomography (OCT) is a high‐resolution tomographic imaging technique that uses optical interference. OCT has enabled the non‐invasive three‐dimensional analysis of individual acrosyringia in the stratum corneum in human skin. However, no report on the measurement of sweating by OCT using clinical data from humans has been published to date. Twenty patients with hyperhidrosis and twenty healthy subjects were included in this study. Imaging of acrosyringia in the stratum corneum using OCT and measurement of the sweat rate using the ventilated capsule method were performed simultaneously. The hand grip exercise of the right hand was used as a load to induce sweating, and the left fingertip was measured before and after the exercise load. Five acrosyringia were extracted from each OCT image, and their volumes were calculated. The mean volume of each acrosyringium was divided by the thickness of the stratum corneum to calculate the mean cross‐sectional area of the acrosyringium. Furthermore, the number of sweat droplets on the skin surface was measured. The mean cross‐sectional area of acrosyringia after the load increased both in patients with hyperhidrosis and in healthy subjects (P < 0.001). The mean cross‐sectional area of acrosyringia of patients with hyperhidrosis was larger than that of healthy subjects (P < 0.001). The mean cross‐sectional area of acrosyringia and the sweat rate showed a positive correlation before and after the load (r = 0.88 to 0.91). The number of droplets also increased after the load (P < 0.001), and the number of droplets in patients with hyperhidrosis was higher than in healthy subjects (P < 0.001). Our study has shown that acrosyringia in the stratum corneum increase in proportion to the sweat rate. OCT is a rigorous and valuable method that can measure and quantify sweating in the body without being an invasive procedure.
The impact of pre‐eclampsia definitions on the identification of adverse outcome risk in hypertensive pregnancy – analyses from the CHIPS trial (Control of Hypertension in Pregnancy Study)
Authors: Magee LA , Singer J , Lee T , Rey E , Asztalos E , Hutton E , Helewa M , Logan AG , Ganzevoort W , Welch R , Thornton JG , Woo Kinshella ML , Green M , Tsigas E , von Dadelszen P ,   the CHIPS Study Group
Published: November 2020

ObjectiveTo examine the association between pre‐eclampsia definition and pregnancy outcome.DesignSecondary analysis of Control of Hypertension in Pregnancy Study (CHIPS) trial data.SettingInternational multicentre randomised controlled trial (RCT).PopulationIn all, 987 women with non‐severe non‐proteinuric pregnancy hypertension.MethodsWe evaluated the association between pre‐eclampsia definitions and adverse pregnancy outcomes, stratified by hypertension type and blood pressure control.Main outcome measuresMain CHIPS trial outcomes: primary (perinatal loss or high‐level neonatal care for >48 hours), secondary (serious maternal complications), birthweight <10th centile, severe maternal hypertension, delivery at <34 or <37 weeks, and maternal hospitalisation before birth.ResultsOf 979/987 women with informative data, 280 (28.6%) progressed to pre‐eclampsia defined restrictively by new proteinuria, and 471 (48.1%) to pre‐eclampsia defined broadly as proteinuria or one/more maternal symptoms, signs or abnormal laboratory tests. The broad (versus restrictive) definition had significantly higher sensitivities (range 62–79% versus 36–50%), lower specificities (range 53–65% versus 72–82%), and similar or higher diagnostic odds ratios and ‘true‐positive’ to ‘false‐positive’ ratios. Stratified analyses showed similar results. Addition of available fetoplacental manifestations (stillbirth or birthweight <10th centile) to the broad pre‐eclampsia definition improved sensitivity (74–87%).ConclusionsA broad (versus restrictive) pre‐eclampsia definition better identifies women who develop adverse pregnancy outcomes. These findings should be replicated in a prospective study within routine healthcare to ensure that the anticipated increase in surveillance and intervention in a larger number of women with pre‐eclampsia is associated with improved outcomes, reasonable costs and congruence with women's values.Tweetable abstractA broad (versus restrictive) pre‐eclampsia definition better identifies the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes.