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Strategic orientation, strategic flexibility and firm performance: the important role of strategic human resource management
Authors: Jian Zhaoquan , Javaid Mudaser , Liao Shudi 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
Previous investigations into the connection between strategic orientation (SO) and firm performance (FP) have generated inconsistent outcomes. The authors aim to reconcile and explain these varying results through the application of a mediated moderation model. The purpose of this paper is to explore how SO and strategic flexibility (SF) could create the possibility of improving FP. The indirect effect of SO was also tested in this study. Furthermore, by using the moderated mediation model, the authors also investigated the moderating role of strategic human resource management (SHRM).

Design/methodology/approach
This study adopted the empirical research method, collecting data through questionnaires by a two-wave and multi-source data collection approach. The sample consisted of 188 firms from Shandong and Fujian Province in China. SPSS was used to test the research hypotheses.

Findings
This study examines how and when SO enhances FP by considering SF as a critical mediator and SHRM as an important contingency of the mediation effect. The results revealed that SO positively affects SF and FP in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Furthermore, the mediating role of SF between the relationships of SO and FP was also confirmed. Moreover, SHRM strengthens the connection between SO, SR and FP.

Originality/value
This study contributes to the SO literature by revealing how firms translate their SO-based strategies into positive FP through SF and when this indirect effect is most effective.
A study on the mechanisms of building a new development pattern through new urbanization from the perspective of industrial capital circulation
Authors: Jiao Fangyi , Zhang Dongchao , Zheng Xiyue 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis paper analyzes and discusses the fundamental role of new urbanization in the construction of a new development pattern based on the specific practice of China’s new urbanization construction, combining the classical Marxist ideas in urbanization and the theory of the industrial capital circulation, and proposes to remove blockages in the domestic and international circulations through developing new urbanization and construct a new development pattern with the domestic circulation as the mainstay and the domestic and international circulations promoting each other, thereby achieving high-quality national economic operation.Design/methodology/approachBased on the theory of industrial capital circulation, this paper elucidates the general process of domestic and international economic circulations, critically examines the bottlenecks and challenges in economic circulation, and emphasizes the mechanisms through which new urbanization contributes to the formation of a new development pattern.FindingsThe people-centered new urbanization can effectively release domestic demand, optimize investment supply, and stabilize market participants’ expectations, linking the national economic circulation from production to consumption and alleviating supply and demand mismatches, which has a fundamental role in building the new development pattern.Originality/valueWe should focus on creating a comprehensive domestic demand system based on counties while fostering a unified domestic market led by urban clusters and metropolitan areas to stabilize and enhance the expectations of both domestic and international market participants.
Market competition, labor value and price: a Marxist disequilibrium theoretical and empirical framework
Authors: Zhao Feng , Zhang Jianbao , Luo Zhen 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThe correlations and deviations between market prices, production prices and values are critical indexes for testing the labor theory of value. However, there is not yet a universally accepted method of solving for the production price vector, and given the complexity and volatility of economic dynamics, production prices based on the assumption of economic equilibrium cannot be accurate measuring. This paper attempts to propose a new approach to test the labor theory of value.Design/methodology/approachThis paper proposes a different approach. From the perspective of disequilibrium price, the paper deduces that the range of the relative prices of commodities is determined by the relative value, the rate of surplus-value and the technical structure of production inputs, with relative price fluctuating within the value range specified by the labor theory of value under market competition influences.FindingsWith empirical research results based on China’s economic data, this paper not only affirms the scientific and practical explanatory power of the labor theory of value in a more general sense but also uncovers how surplus value is distributed across sectors, which can be used to analyze market competition and technical relations and their impacts on industrial structure and distribution.Originality/valueThe disequilibrium analytical framework provides a new perspective for the empirical study of labor theory of value. Moreover, it evolves the labor theory of value into a robust empirical framework, breaking through the theoretical path of the traditional labor theory of value that is mostly limited to the normative discussion of exploitation.
Adaptive information retrieval for enhanced building safety management leveraging BIM
Authors: Jiang Shaohua , Zhang Jingqi , Shi Jingting , Wu Yunze 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis paper introduces a novel method to improve building safety management by leveraging building information modeling (BIM) and adaptive information retrieval techniques. The integration aims to overcome the limitations of traditional safety management methods in connecting construction processes with risk management efficiently.Design/methodology/approachThe proposed method involves developing industry foundation classes (IFC) ontologies and integrating them with a safety document ontology to form a comprehensive BIM-based safety context framework. Custom reasoning rules and an inference engine are constructed to enable automatic context-aware safety information retrieval. The methodology is demonstrated through an adaptive information retrieval system using job hazard analysis (JHA) documents.FindingsThe implementation of the BIM-based adaptive information retrieval system shows significant improvements in identifying and managing construction risks. By mapping job-specific risks to corresponding safety measures, the system enhances risk detection and management tailored to particular construction tasks. The results indicate a marked improvement in the precision and accuracy of safety assessments and recommendations, aligning them closely with planned construction activities and conditions.Originality/valueThis paper offers an innovative approach to construction safety management through the development of a BIM-facilitated context-aware information retrieval system. This approach provides a more intelligent and automated framework for identifying and managing risks in construction projects. By focusing on specific job steps and related risks, the system enhances the effectiveness and accuracy of safety measures, contributing to better overall building safety management.
iCoaching the coach: building capacity with embedded evidence-based practice implementation support
Authors: Randolph Kathleen M. , Pegg Lauren , Contesse Valentina , Billingsley Glenna M. 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of iCoaching during reading intervention. An interventionist received mentoring support to implement iCoaching. The goal of the study was to increase teacher-delivered, behavior-specific praise (BSP).Design/methodology/approachUsing a single-case multiple-probe design across participants (Gast, 2010; Horner and Baer, 1978), iCoaching was implemented in a two-part package of (1) professional development (PD) and (2) live iCoaching sessions where three teachers received preemptive coaching comments to increase BSP delivery during reading intervention. Visual analysis identified changes in teacher behavior.FindingsFindings demonstrated the iCoaching intervention package increased teacher knowledge and implementation of evidence-based practices (EBPs; i.e. BSP) during tiered reading intervention groups. Most student participants made gains in reading skills (accuracy, words per minute and composite score) across the areas measured.Research limitations/implicationsTeacher absences, observation scheduling, an ongoing global pandemic, IEP meetings during intervention time, and other changes in the schedule were limitations of this study. The first set of earbuds lost the audio signal several times, and researchers lost the ability to hear the instruction occurring in the classroom; the earbuds were replaced by the first intervention phase.Practical implicationsPrevious iCoaching literature demonstrates iCoaching provides implementation support for EBPs learned in PD. Peer coaching can have a positive impact on EBP implementation when iCoaching is non-evaluative, which supports teachers with EBP implementation with minimal disruption to teaching.Originality/valueThis manuscript extends iCoaching research (Randolph et al., 2020, 2021) from small group special education settings to general education intervention groups. Additionally, research shows iCoaching can be extended with mentoring.
When bigger is not always better: exploring the size-dependent nature of the sustainability reporting-firm valuation relationship
Authors: D'Costa Clifford Reuben , Prabhudesai Rohit , Naik Sankalp Purushottam , Prasad Ch V V S N V , Mishra Mahima 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis study aims to understand the relationship between a company’s sustainability (ESG) disclosures and its valuation. In addition, it also seeks to analyse the moderating effect of firm size on the association between ESG disclosures and firm valuation.Design/methodology/approachThe NIFTY 200 index comprising India’s top 200 companies by market capitalisation from different industrial sectors was chosen for this study. The sample period was from 2017 to 2022. The fixed effect regression analysis was conducted on the panel data for analysis purposes.FindingsA positive influence of ESG disclosures on firm value was observed, primarily owing to the environmental and social disclosures. Interestingly, the moderating impact of firm size on the linkage between ESG disclosures and firm value was found to be negative.Originality/valueMost extant literature show a positive association between ESG disclosures and firm valuation, which was also observed in our study. However, the study results indicate that larger firms are less likely to benefit from the ESG – firm valuation relationship rather than small firms. This could have key policy-level implications for smaller firms from emerging nations that usually refrain from sustainability disclosures.
The public library “for all”? A typology of the ranging notions of “for all” in public libraries in Norway and Denmark
Authors: Nissen Anne-Sofie Elbrønd , Kann-Rasmussen Nanna 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis article explores the ranging notions of a public library for all and the related conflicts on for all and the principle of neutrality in Norway and Denmark.Design/methodology/approachA document study of four profession magazines in a ten-year period is conducted, focusing on the problematizations of for all using the WPR approach: What’s the Problem Represented to be? Theories on public sphere and democracy frequently applied in Library and Information Science (LIS) are discussed in relation to the ranging notions.FindingsThe analysis shows that although for all is used as an argument by both advocates and opponents of the principle of neutrality, there are different notions of who constitutes for all. In total, five ranging notions of for all are identified and presented in a typology, to serve as a framework to understand the conflicts concerning neutrality and the public library for all.Originality/valueThe typology offers a new conceptual framework for understanding the nature of the conflicts and why they appear. The analysis indicates a need to discuss the use of for all in order to engage in more nuanced discussions of the democratic role of the public library.
Using fuzzy cognitive maps to evaluate the innovation in micro, small and medium-sized enterprises
Authors: Gutiérrez Buitrago Ana Gissel , Aguilar Jose , Ortega Ana , Montoya Edwin 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis article presents a fuzzy cognitive map for the evaluation of innovation in organizations.Design/methodology/approachThe purpose of this paper is to develop a model to evaluate the innovative capacity of organizations based on fuzzy cognitive maps (FCM), particularly for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The specification of the innovation evaluation model based on FCM was carried out with the “Intelligent Decision Support System” methodology. It is a six-step methodology: selection of experts, definition of concepts and relationships, model design, inference, interpretation and decision.FindingsOur approach yielded good results in three case studies, effectively determining the level of innovation in an organization. The fuzzy cognitive maps demonstrated a high level of accuracy, with an accuracy of 82% in the Colombian case studies and 92% in the global case studies. These results highlight the effectiveness of the model for quantitatively assessing levels of innovation within organizations. Furthermore, the study revealed the most influential and essential innovative activities/variables within organizations, contributing significantly to the improvement of their operations and competitiveness.Research limitations/implicationsIt is important to automate the definition of the relationships between the concepts of the context and of our FCM. It is also possible to improve the behavior of the FCM by analyzing the variables with a greater impact on the level of innovation and very dynamic in the context since they are the variables to be observed in real-time to follow the evolution of the innovative behavior of an organization.Practical implicationsThe study found that innovative activities emerged as an influential factor in organizations, essential to improving their operations and competitiveness. Our model can help in identifying areas that require improvement to impact positively organizations. By improving innovation assessment through the FCM model, organizations can anticipate higher profitability because innovations are often closely tied to revenue generation and cost savings. The tool can determine the necessity of new products or services, improve operational processes or enter new markets.Originality/valueThe previous results in the literature show that although there are relevant advances on this topic, there is not enough knowledge to provide clear guidelines for evaluating innovation and improving performance in an organization using intelligent systems. Also, previous works have not defined a framework for evaluating innovation in MSMEs based on FCMs. They also do not use the data of an organization to assess the key characteristics related to innovation. This work applies FCM to automate the evaluation of the process and the capacity for innovation in an organization. These are the main differences between our approach and previous studies.
Assessing impact risk to tropical marine ecosystems from human activities with a Southeast Asian example
Authors: Culhane Fiona , Austen Melanie C. , Ashley Matthew , Javier Jonson , Kuit Sui Hyang , Hung Nguyen Phuc , Tran Hau Duc , Praptiwi Radisti A. , Sainal Sainal , Justine Eva , Wulandari Prawesti , Broszeit Stefanie , Jontila Jean Beth , Johari Sofia , Creencia Lota , Then Amy Yee‐Hui , Gajardo Lea Janine , Maharja Carya , Goh Hong Ching , Syazwan Wan Mohd , Affendi Yang Amri , Thảo Lê Ngọc , Sugardjito Jito , Mullier Tom , Langmead Olivia 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Society relies on intact marine ecosystems for ecosystem services such as nutrition, livelihoods, health and well‐being. Yet, to obtain these benefits, we carry out activities, introducing pressures to ecosystems, damaging and degrading habitats and reducing their capacity to optimally provide ecosystem services. Biodiversity and ecosystem services are consequently being lost globally but impact chains from these activities are poorly understood, especially in tropical marine ecosystems.

We identified for the first time impact chains linking activities with pressures they introduce in five tropical coastal and marine habitats, specifically through application in four Southeast Asian case study sites. Using expert elicitation based on existing evidence, we weighted each impact chain according to pressure extent, frequency and persistence, and habitat resistance and resilience. Assigning each impact chain an impact risk score allowed identification of activities and pressures introducing most risk, and habitats most under threat.

Of 26 activities we considered, we found fishing activities, specifically trawling, gill nets and seine nets introduce most risk, along with tourism and recreation. Litter and pollution were among the greatest pressures on habitats, with coral reefs being most vulnerable overall. Destructive fishing practices were associated with physical pressures like abrasion, smothering and siltation and total habitat loss, while tourism activities were associated with organic enrichment, litter and pollution. The risk levels depended on the habitat and on local case study context.

Synthesis and applications: A contextualised risk‐based approach can help to prioritise sustainability issues for management in data‐poor regions by making use of a range of knowledge types from local experts to broader scientific knowledge. A multisectoral, and ecosystem‐based risk assessment can help decision makers to consider trade‐offs in marine resource management and highlight priorities transparently, where coordination of multiple administrative organisations, sectors and local actors is required to meet multiple sustainability objectives. Physical pressures from fishing activities combined with pollution from tourism indicate effective management requires a multi‐use zoning approach that not only considers impacts at the site of activities but also integrates regional coordination to tackle dispersive pressures from pollution or sediment disturbance that occur at a distance from the source.
Enhanced therapeutic efficacy of granulocyte/monocyte adsorption in rats with drug‐induced colitis : Insights from a downsized bead column and newly formed B cells
Authors: Nishioka Yujin , Murayama Goh , Kusaoi Makio , Takemasa Daichi , Kaneda Kenta , Kuga Taiga , Hagiwara Yukitomo , Saito Takumi , Yamaji Yu , Suzuki Yoshifumi , Nagaoka Tetsutaro , Yamaji Ken , Tamura Naoto 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIntroductionGranulocyte/monocyte adsorption therapy can manage mild‐to‐moderate inflammatory bowel disease by removing activated granulocytes and monocytes. We evaluated granulocyte/monocyte adsorption using new columns with reduced bead size and theoretically enhanced adsorption.MethodsWe assessed granulocyte/monocyte adsorption in rats with colitis by analyzing cell changes and cytokine production.ResultsGranulocyte/monocyte adsorption with the new columns improved histology in rats with colitis. Contrary to expectations, the adsorption rate of granulocytes/monocytes into the blood did not show a significant improvement. However, flow cytometry showed increased B cells in peripheral blood mononuclear cells and newly formed B cells in the bone marrow, which produced more interleukin‐10 than peripheral blood B cells. Newly formed B cells adoptively transferred into colitis rats accumulated at the inflammation site and tended to inhibit intestinal shortening.ConclusionsNewly formed B cells with strong interleukin‐10 production may alleviate inflammation. The new columns suggest potential for controlling colitis.
The Impact of Life‐History Traits on Vulnerability to Extinction of the Oviparous Species in Reptiles
Authors: Tian Yingjian , Jiang Ying , Shao Weijie , Wu Yiming , Liao Wenbo 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTA species' vulnerability to extinction is influenced by both extrinsic threats (e.g., habitat loss and invasive species) and intrinsic biological traits (such as life‐history traits, reproductive mode, and reproductive output). In this study, we investigated the roles of intrinsic biological traits in determining the risk of extinction across 960 oviparous species of non‐avian reptiles. Our findings revealed that vulnerability to extinction is negatively correlated with clutch size, but positively correlated with egg size when controlling for body size. Surprisingly, we found that body size alone is not a predictor of extinction risk. Additionally, we observed a nonsignificant relationship between the activity phase and vulnerability to extinction across oviparous species. These results suggest that the increased risk of endangerment in oviparous reptiles may stem from declining population density due to decreasing clutch size and increasing egg mass.
Opposite effects of climate and land‐use/cover change on Mediterranean herpetofauna: Insights from the southern Apennines
Authors: Biancolini D. , De Riso L. , Romano A. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractClimate change and natural land conversion are causing dramatic shifts in species distribution. Amphibians and reptiles, ectothermic animals with limited dispersal ability, and Mediterranean mountain ranges, which are home to numerous locally adapted taxa, are especially vulnerable to these threats. This is the case with Cilento, a highly biodiverse yet under‐investigated area in the southern Apennine Mountains that is protected by a National Park and 30 Natura 2000 sites. We used bias‐corrected species distribution models and area of habitat (AOH) maps to assess the potential combined impact of climate and land‐use change on 11 amphibians and 16 reptiles in the Park and overlapping Natura 2000 sites. The former estimates species climatic suitability (CS) by correlating species presence to climatic characteristics, whereas the latter classifies the land‐use types based on species–habitat relationships. We estimated CS and AOH for current conditions and two climate and land‐use/cover change scenarios: one of sustainability (SSP1‐2.6) and one of fossil‐fueled development (SSP5‐8.5). Under both scenarios, most species showed significant CS loss, with the greatest declines estimated for amphibians and under SSP5‐8.5. Highland species appear to be the most vulnerable, whereas lowland species may gain CS. Given the widespread renaturalization of agricultural land under both scenarios, most species did not show declines in AOH due to land‐use change. However, all species were projected to face significant shifts in CS under both scenarios, presenting a crucial challenge to their survival. These findings offer valuable insights for climate mitigation initiatives aimed at securing the long‐term protection of herpetofauna within Cilento's protected areas.