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Forecasting China’s electricity demand up to 2030: a linear model selection system
Authors: Zhu Xinzhi , Yang Shuo , Lin Jingyi , Wei Yi-Ming , Zhao Weigang 
Published: September 2018

Purpose
Electricity demand forecasting has always been a key issue, and inaccurate forecasts may mislead policymakers. To accurately predict China’s electricity demand up to 2030, this paper aims to establish a cross-validation-based linear model selection system, which can consider many factors to avoid missing useful information and select the best model according to estimated out-of-sample forecast performances.

Design/methodology/approach
With the nine identified influencing factors of electricity demand, this system first determines the parameters in four alternative fitting procedures, where for each procedure a lot of cross-validation is performed and the most frequently selected value is determined. Then, through comparing the out-of-sample performances of the traditional multiple linear regression and the four selected alternative fitting procedures, the best model is selected in view of forecast accuracy and stability and used for forecasting under four scenarios. Besides the baseline scenario, this paper investigates lower and higher economic growth and higher consumption share.

Findings
The results show the following: China will consume 7,120.49 TWh, 9,080.38 TWh and 11,649.73 TWh of electricity in 2020, 2025 and 2030, respectively; there is hardly any possibility of decoupling between economic development level and electricity demand; and shifting China from an investment-driven economy to a consumption-driven economy is greatly beneficial to save electricity.

Originality/value
Following insights are obtained: reasonable infrastructure construction plans should be made for increasing electricity demand; increasing electricity demand further challenges China’s greenhouse gas reduction target; and the fact of increasing electricity demand should be taken into account for China’s prompting electrification policies.
“Resisting the Ban”
Authors: Jonrad Eve 
Published: September 2018

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present an evocative story “Resisting the Ban” which illustrates the ethical and pragmatic issues that nurses face when contending with smoking ban policies in inpatient psychiatric settings.Design/methodology/approachThe creative story “Resisting the Ban” was developed based on an organisational auto-ethnographic approach. The story was crafted through employing creative writing techniques and through framing and critiquing memories via several theoretical frames.FindingsThe story illustrates how smoking ban policies have created pragmatic and ethical issues on wards. The work practices of nurses have changed as have their relationships with patients. The liberties of involuntary patients have also been infringed.Research limitations/implicationsThis approach can illuminate links between acts of resistance and issues associated with public policies.Practical implicationsThe effects of smoking bans need to be considered more carefully particularly in relation to their effects on workers and patients. The social meaning of the smoking bans needs closer investigation. Policy needs to be recrafted so that it better addresses the liberties of involuntary patients. Also ward nurses need to be able to carry out their roles in a manner which is consistent with their values.Social implicationsPublic policies, such as smoking bans, can produce negative consequences maligning relationships, practices and cultures. Critical auto-ethnography provides a means of understanding issues that have resulted from problematic policies.Originality/valueScholarly work conducted on the relationship between everyday resistance in workplaces and public policies is rare. This study offers new “insider” insights into the negative effects of a smoking ban policy in psychiatric inpatient settings.
Grounding managerial values towards social responsibility on an ideological framework
Authors: Turker Duygu , Ozmen Y. Serkan 
Published: September 2018

PurposeThe literature on corporate social responsibility (CSR) neglects the link between values and their ideological underpinnings. This paper aims to fill this void by grounding the managerial values towards CSR on an ideological ground by following the Schwartz’s (1994) value framework.Design/methodology/approachThis paper provides a theoretical construct that builds the ideological stances of different managerial values towards CSR.FindingsThe study proposes that ideologically liberal managers might be involved in CSR based on their openness to change values, whereas their conservative counterparts are likely motivated by the conservative values such as security, conformity and tradition. On the other hand, egalitarian managers can engage in CSR based on their self-transcendence values, while non-egalitarian managers might involve in CSR based on their self-enhancement values as achievement and power.Practical implicationsThe study can provide to all stakeholders a new perspective and a sound reference point to understand and monitor the socially responsible behaviours of managers.Originality/valueThe proposed bases of managerial values to CSR deepen the understanding on the antecedents of CSR. Based on the study, the future studies can configure out the role of diverse values on CSR in line with their ideological roots.
Country-of-origin and CSR initiatives: a social dominance perspective
Authors: Orudzheva Leyla , Gaffney Nolan 
Published: September 2018

PurposeResearch on corporate social responsibility (CSR) continues to proliferate, but why and how multinational enterprises (MNEs) from different parts of the world engage in CSR is still unclear. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether there are differences in behavior based on the status of the MNE’s home country relative to the host country.Design/methodology/approachApplying a social dominance theory (SDT) framework, the authors explain variations in MNE behavior because of perceived hierarchical differences between a MNE’s home country and that of the host country. It is posited that these hierarchical differences trigger a country-of-origin bias that affects stakeholders’ expectations for the MNE, as well as that firm’s response to those expectations. In this integrative conceptual paper, we propose a testable framework derived from a deductive approach that applies the tenets of SDT to predict outcomes of CSR implementation by MNE’s subsidiaries.FindingsMNEs from less developed countries are subject to lower expectations and engage in self-debilitating behavior, which may hinder their attempts to implement CSR initiatives in more developed countries. Paradoxically, engaging in CSR initiatives could help reduce liability of foreignness and increase chances for competitive advantage.Practical implicationsMNEs from developing countries should be aware of a potential country-of-origin bias affecting decisions on CSR implementation and that could also be detrimental to their competitive advantage when operating in more developed countries. Conversely, MNEs from developed countries should be ready for higher expectations of their CSR initiatives in less developed countries.Originality/valueThis paper strives to contribute to two extant literatures. First, it contributes to the social dominance literature by applying the perspective in the international business context, specifically research on MNE liability of origin. Second, this perspective offers testable propositions on how perceived hierarchies and liability of origin affect firm decision-making, specifically in the context of developing country MNEs. Third, this paper seeks to expand the discussion of MNE subsidiary CSR behavior to account for the relative context of the home and host country.
Total quality management, corporate social responsibility and entrepreneurial orientation in the hotel industry
Authors: Jalilvand Mohammad Reza , Khazaei Pool Javad , Balouei Jamkhaneh Hadi , Tabaeeian Reihaneh Alsadat 
Published: September 2018

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine how total quality management (TQM) and corporate social responsibility (CSR) affect entrepreneurial orientation (EO) in the context of the hotel industry.Design/methodology/approachDrawing from the hospitality literature, the relationships among TQM, CSR and EO were hypothesized and tested. Based on the valid responses collected from a survey questionnaire, structural equation modeling approach was used to examine the research model.FindingsThe results indicate that TQM positively affects CSR. Furthermore, CSR was a significant antecedent of EO.Originality/valueThe combination of a developing country context and the significance of TQM, CSR and EO in hotel industry enhance the contextual contribution of the paper.
Does pressure-induced partnership really matter? Empirical modelling of stakeholder pressure and firms’ CSR attitude
Authors: Erdiaw-Kwasie Michael Odei 
Published: September 2018

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to show whether pressure-induced partnerships do impact the link between stakeholder pressure and firms’ CSR attitude. The veracity that stakeholder pressure and firms social attitude issues have been extensively covered in three interrelated literature, namely, corporate social responsibility (CSR), partnership and stakeholder management, is widely recognised. However, to date, efforts to investigate conditions under which partnerships initiated through stakeholder pressures help to impact firms’ CSR attitudes either as per their request or in a more balanced way, have rarely been explored.Design/methodology/approachEmpirically, this paper adopts quantitative research approach (hierarchical multiple regression) to build a case that pressure-induced partnership is one such key driver that shapes firms’ CSR attitude.FindingsStudy results show that firms’ CSR attitude can only add value if these activities and firm reputation are aligned with meaningful pressure-induced partnerships.Originality/valueThe study’s methodological approach (hierarchical multiple regression) stands tall in studies that explore drivers that shape firms’ CSR attitude. The paper concludes with theoretical and managerial implications for future studies.
Management in the 24/7-society raises concerns of fairness and social responsibility
Authors: Rönkä Anna , Ekonen Marianne , Tammelin Mia , Turja Leena 
Published: September 2018

Purpose
Despite the pressure on work-family polices arising from the increase in nonstandard working times in various sectors, only a few studies have addressed management practices in 24/7 workplaces. This paper aims to investigate the challenges Finnish managers face in meeting the various tensions stemming from nonstandard working hours and services operating 24/7. Two typical 24/7 work contexts are focused: the hospitality and retail industries and flexibly scheduled early childhood education and care (ECEC) services. The emphasis is on management practices relating to the planning of work shifts and children’s care schedules.

Design/methodology/approach
Study 1 comprises focus group interviews with middle managers (N = 20) working in hotels, stores and service stations with restaurants and shopping facilities. Study 2 uses survey data on directors (N = 20) of centers offering flexibly scheduled ECEC services.

Findings
The results showed that management in 24/7 workplaces raises issues of fairness and social responsibility. Managers in both sectors were faced with constantly varying service demands, leading further to changes and unpredictability in employee working times. Alongside organizational goals, the business managers reported needing to consider employee needs and the ECEC service directors the well-being of parents and children. They also reported seeking the most cost-effective way to deliver services at a time of budget cuts.

Research limitations/implications
The relatively small sample sizes and non-representative nature of the data restrict the generalizability of the results.

Practical implications
Service organizations need to design a 24/7 strategy that includes organizational communication and guidelines on fair work scheduling. Key issues in management are finding ways to enhance predictability within unpredictability, discussing the most common ethical problems and developing the skills needed to manage diversity. These are elements that should be included in management training.

Originality/value
The study contributes to the literature by focusing on seldom studied issues and innovately approached by comparing two work sectors.
Non-financial information of Spanish companies and financial evolution
Authors: Marín Andreu Laura , Ortiz-Martínez Esther 
Published: September 2018

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to study the evolution of the non-financial information reporting in Spain and evaluate if it is related to the financial evolution of the companies.

Design/methodology/approach
Sustainability reporting has been studied based on the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards. The sample gathers Spanish large firms listed on the IBEX 35 in 2010. The period of the analysis covers six years, from 2010 to 2015.

Findings
The main results are that almost every company applies the GRI standards to the reports. The common is to apply limited or moderated assurances to the reports and ask for the insurance of the “big four.” The reporting is evolving from specific corporate social responsibility reports to the integrated reports which join financial and non-financial performances. The evolution of the earning per share and dividend per share (DPS) of the companies is moderately related with the sustainable reporting and highlights the positive relationship between the last GRI version, the combination level of assurance and the use of engineering firms with the financial evolution, mainly DPS.

Originality/value
The most important contribution of this paper is to add some extra information to the relationship between non-financial information and financial features of the companies, and in the case of Spain, where there are not so many previous studies and it is an important benchmark in Europe.
Turnaround at Carpets International
Authors: Boe Ralph , Helms Marilyn Michelle 
Published: September 2018

Synopsis
This case presents turnaround alternatives for a UK-based company, Carpets International (CI), a manufacturer focused on woven carpets and suffering from the ageing equipment and resulting product quality issues during the late 1990s. The case profiles CI’s position in the UK marketplace as well as highlights the growing international competition from Europe and Mexico. Comparisons between customer’s preferences for carpeting in the USA vs the UK are included. Additionally, the case introduces first-mover advantages in the application of innovational ideas applied to a mature industry in another country.

Research methodology
This case study was written by the CEO of the company as the lead author. The case is not disguised.

Relevant courses and levels
This case is appropriate for undergraduate strategic management/business policy classes.
Decision time for ACEES Group LLC: to buy or to lease?
Authors: Kudrimoti Sanjay , Luther Raminder , Jain Sanjay 
Published: September 2018

Synopsis
As the move from the business incubator loomed, Abdul Khan had to decide where his business should relocate to. ACEES Group LLC, a small consulting firm, had grown from three friends working out of Abdul Khan’s house to a 20-person firm generating more than a million dollars in revenue within five years. This growth had necessitated the need for a larger and more prominent place. Although Abdul knew he did not want to renew the lease at the incubator, and he did not want to move his business too far from its current location, but the decision he had to make was whether ACEES Group should lease a commercial place or buy its own property. He was particularly torn because the real estate prices had fallen considerably, and were now on the mend and interest rates were still low.

Research methodology
The primary source of materials in the case was an interview with the owner (pseudo name: Abdul Khan). The owner wishes to remain anonymous. The financial statements of the firm produced in the case have been modified by a fixed factor so as to disguise the actual numbers but not materially alter the information in any fashion. Other secondary sources of materials include information about the business incubator program, the MBE certification and its benefits through the State of Florida, real estate and lease rates in Central Florida and other economic information.

Relevant courses and levels
This case is primarily intended for undergraduate students taking a course in entrepreneurship, real estate investments or financial management, with emphasis on real estate valuation, cash flow forecasting and/or valuation of business. Students should be familiar with time value of money concepts, understand the concept of NPV and IRR, and preferably be comfortable in the use of Excel. This instructor manual provides all calculations of space needs analysis, and discounted cash flow analysis for lease vs buy analysis. A few suggestions to discuss qualitative aspects of this decision making are also included.
Angina bullosa haemorrhagica‐like lesions in pemphigus vulgaris
Authors: Balighi Kamran , Daneshpazhooh Maryam , Aghazadeh Nessa , Rahbar Ziba , Mahmoudi Hamidreza , Sadjadi Adele 
Published: September 2018

AbstractBackground/ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to describe a previously unreported association of oral pemphigus vulgaris with short‐lived blood‐filled painless blisters resembling angina bullosa haemorrhagica (ABH).MethodsA cross‐sectional study of consecutive patients with Pemphigus vulgaris. All patients were examined for the presence of ABH‐like lesions, and demographic, clinical and histopathological data were collected. Histopathological examination was performed when feasible.ResultsA total of 318 with pemphigus vulgaris were included (63.5% female, mean age: 46 years). ABH‐like lesions were present in 82 (25.8%) patients, commonly observed in the buccal mucosa (47, 57.3%) followed by the palate (15, 18.3%). All patients had normal platelet counts with no evidence of bleeding diathesis. Biopsies of the ABH‐like lesions showed suprabasal clefts in four of six samples. ABH‐like lesions were significantly associated with partial remission of pemphigus vulgaris (47.5%, P = 0.002) and the use of intraoral steroids (P = 0.001, odds ratio: 5.9 [95% confidence interval: 2.5–13.6]).ConclusionABH‐like lesions may represent a transient or abortive form of oral pemphigus vulgaris and tend to have a benign and self‐limiting nature.
Team formulation in an assessment and treatment unit for individuals with learning disabilities: An evaluation through staff views
Authors: Turner Kellie , Cleaves Lydia , Green Samantha 
Published: September 2018

Accessible Summary

The authors aimed to find out whether staff found team formulation helpful and whether staff felt it changed their work with service users.

Twenty‐eight staff members working on the assessment and treatment unit were asked to complete a questionnaire about team formulation.

Most staff found formulation meetings to be helpful (80%) and felt that formulation meetings improved how they work with service users (86%).

These findings suggest team formulation may improve staff approach and the care and support service users receive in hospital.

AbstractBackgroundResearch suggests that the use of team formulation within mental health services may improve staff understanding of service users’ difficulties and increase team empathy and reflection. The aim of this evaluation was to investigate staff perceptions of team formulation within an assessment and treatment unit for individuals with learning disabilities. Specifically, the authors aimed to investigate whether staff found team formulation helpful and whether staff felt it impacted their work with service users.Materials and MethodsA survey was completed using a cross‐sectional questionnaire design. Twenty‐eight staff members working on the assessment and treatment unit were asked to complete an anonymous questionnaire about team formulation meetings.ResultsThe response rate was 54%. The majority of staff agreed that they found formulation meetings to be helpful (80%) and that formulation meetings positively impacted how they work with service users (86%). The most common theme arising from staff responses concerning the most helpful aspects of formulation meetings was “gaining a greater understanding of service users.”ConclusionsThe findings from this evaluation show that the majority of respondents felt team formulation was helpful and had a positive impact on their work with service users. These findings support the use of team formulation within mental health and learning disabilities services. Future research could investigate the impact of team formulation on service user well‐being and outcomes.
Does clinical testing support the current guidance definition of prolonged contact for nickel allergy?
Authors: Nixon Rosemary L. , Higgins Claire L. , Maor Danit , Rajgopal Bala Harini , Lalji Alka , Heim Katherine E. 
Published: September 2018

BackgroundThe European Chemical Agency (ECHA) definition of prolonged contact was introduced in 2014 and has not been evaluated clinically.ObjectivesTo assess whether nickel‐sensitized individuals react on patch testing with high nickel‐releasing metal discs for short and repetitive periods.Materials and methodsWe patch tested 45 nickel‐sensitized individuals double‐blind with 2 different types of high nickel‐releasing discs for 10, 30 and 60 minutes on 3 occasions over a period of 2 weeks, and for 1 longer period. Discs were tested for nickel release.ResultsNickel release from both discs significantly exceeded the 0.5 μg Ni/cm2/week limit of the EU REACH nickel restriction. However, only 1 individual tested had a largely dose‐dependent allergic reaction.ConclusionsThe majority of nickel‐allergic subjects did not react to nickel discs after 2 hours or after repetitive exposures of up to 30 minutes on 3 occasions over a period of 2 weeks. The length of time needed to cause nickel allergic contact dermatitis in most nickel‐allergic individuals is longer than the ECHA guidance definition. Longer test times are needed to define the time required to cause dermatitis in most nickel‐allergic individuals. As a limitation, the test conditions did not adequately assess real‐life factors such as friction, which is relevant for some uses of nickel.