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Segmentation of financial clients by attitudes and behavior
Authors: Phan Thuy Chung , Rieger Marc Oliver , Wang Mei 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to investigate segmentations by finance-related attitudes and behavior of financial consumers in Switzerland and Vietnam.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors replicated the questionnaire measuring attitudes toward financial affairs as used in the study of Fünfgeld and Wang (2009). In order to extract factors and identify profiles of financial customers, the authors applied the same techniques including factor analysis and a two-step cluster analysis (Ward and K-means) to both samples. Linear regressions were used to examine the impact of socio-demographic variables.

Findings
Factor analysis reveals surprisingly similar underlying dimensions of financial attitudes and behavior for participants in both countries. The five clusters based on these dimensions exhibit strikingly similar characteristics. The authors also find that socio-demographic variables such as gender, age and education significantly vary across groups.

Research limitations/implications
There are small differences in the composition of the revealed dimensions between the two countries, mainly a mixture of intuitive decisions and free-spending aspects. Future research may investigate more countries with comparable samples to further test the reliabilities and validities of the scales.

Practical implications
The findings suggest that the instruments as developed by Fünfgeld and Wang (2009) can be used not only in highly developed Western markets but also in non-Western and emerging markets. Such instruments can be very useful for offering financial advice based on market segmentation in a global market.

Originality/value
The study provides empirical evidence on universal segmentation variables that reflect financial consumers’ psychological traits and attitudes toward saving and spending. Furthermore, the study stresses the need for a broad use of those variables when studying consumer decision-making in international financial markets.
Effects of bioceramic textiles used in physical activity or sport: a systematic review
Authors: Pérez-Soriano Pedro , Sanchis-Sanchis Roberto , Aparicio Inmaculada , Martínez-Nova Alfonso 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
Performing physical activity and sports generates a wide range of physiological alterations and adaptations. Several different textiles can help to improve some of these processes. The purpose of this paper is to review the literature addressing the physiological effects of textiles with bioceramic materials in physical activity and sports.

Design/methodology/approach
A search was carried out in the scientific literature available in Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed and SportDiscus. In total, 295 records were identified through the database search; after removing duplicates and reading the title and abstract, only 4 articles fulfilled the inclusion criteria. These were thus included in the qualitative synthesis.

Findings
The use of bioceramic garments affects thermoregulation, helps to reduce body temperature during physical activity, provide better sweat evacuation and lower bacterial growth, improves performance, and facilitates recovery after exercise.

Originality/value
There are few scientific studies that analyse the use of bioceramic garments; however, it is difficult to demonstrate the validity of this type of garment. Therefore, future studies are necessary to analyse their suitability in this area.
Towards addressing respect for people during lean implementation
Authors: Coetzee Rojanette , van Dyk Liezl , van der Merwe Karl Robert 
Published: October 2018

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to investigate, report and interpret the true, original meaning of the Toyota Way Respect for People (RFP) principles as intended by their creators.Design/methodology/approachThe investigation was conducted by means of a systematic literature review, and findings are reported in an RFP framework and interpreted by proposing a conceptual RFP lean implementation framework.FindingsIt was found that the literature on the subject is fragmented, though consistent, among various sources. No single framework was found that explained the RFP principles. The difference between and necessity for two value streams were discovered – a traditional product value stream that highlights problems and an additional people value stream that delivers people that can solve these problems. Furthermore, key emerging themes of RFP were found to be teamwork, develop and challenge people, motivation, develop people as problem-solvers, safety, remove waste and display people’s capabilities.Research/limitations implicationsThe conceptual RFP lean implementation framework remains untested. Future research should, therefore, focus on gathering empirical data concerning the applicability and validity of the proposed conceptual RFP lean implementation framework in different contexts.Practical implicationsThe explanation of the two different value streams allows organisations to shift their focus towards developing employees’ career paths, which will subsequently contribute towards improved organisational performance. The conceptual framework can also assist managers in providing the necessary psychological support during the change process of lean implementation. Thus, the proposed implementation framework suggests how to show RFP during lean implementation by assisting organisations to have a more balanced focus between the lean tools and techniques and the human side of lean management.Originality/valueA contribution is made to the prevailing lean implementation literature by reporting the true, original meaning of the RFP principles as a single recapitulated framework. Furthermore, a conceptual RFP lean implementation framework is proposed that incorporates these RFP principles, according them the significance they are due. This review offers an understanding of the people aspect of lean implementation and proposes a practical means of addressing this often-neglected factor. The RFP framework and the RFP lean implementation framework could, therefore, possibly assist organisations in achieving more successful lean implementations.
Q-methodology: theoretical framework for policy making in the Croatian wine sector
Authors: Jakšić Lucijano , Ivanjko Edouard , Njavro Mario 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to show the application of Q methodology in the practice of policymaking, namely, in the field of the wine business. Today, Q methodology has a rising significance in all aspects of human behavior where there is a need for gathering and analyzing qualitative data. This paper discusses the applicability of Q methodology as a participative bottom-up tool for extracting priorities for tailor-made sectorial policies in the field of the wine business.

Design/methodology/approach
Developed by William Stephenson almost a century ago, Q methodology was primarily used to study human behavior in different psychoanalysis practices and personality tests. But it can be used also as a tool to extract important opinions of stakeholders in the process of making new sectorial policies. To prove the applicability of Q methodology for this task, data collected from 30 small and medium Croatian winemakers are used as a case study. Selected winemakers originate from coastal and continental regions of Croatia covering the whole country. Gathered data were analyzed using the PQMethod ver. 2.35 software.

Findings
The results of the data analysis have given an insight into Croatian small wine business perspectives, rapidly revealing factors which matter the most to them (luck, value added tax, import lobby, margins in HORECA). On the other side, factors like automated grape harvesters, subsidized fair participation were identified that matter the least, and factors like prices and procedures for mandatory analyses, paperwork for exports and development of new sales channels are considered as neutral.

Research limitations/implications
The selected participants are a small, but representative, group of Croatian winemakers and generalization of findings to the whole winemaking sector should be undertaken with caution. Q methodology is primarily an explorative technique, which brings a sense of coherence to the relation of the research question and contested answers, but prone to straightaway change.

Practical implications
Q methodology enables a participatory approach, rapid analysis and focus on the most important factors for changing relations and effects of planning and execution of sectoral policies. It can be used to effectively extract relevant factors common to group of different individuals acting in the same sector with the same goal.

Originality/value
This research provides an insight into potentials of Q-methodology approach when considering the theoretical framework for the policy making process. Therefore, it also widens its applicability in research of subjective viewpoints on different issues in a particular business sector.
Analysis of velocity slipping at wall boundary under rarefied gas condition based on the effect of viscosity
Authors: Yang Shaohua , Long Wei , Ning Fangwei 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
Velocity slipping model, based on the stratification theory (the film in inflatable support area of aerostatic guide way was divided into near wall layer, thin layer and continuous flow layer in the direction of height), was established, and the model was combined with viscosity changes in each layer.

Design/methodology/approach
Simulated and analyzed by LAMMPS and two-dimensional molecular dynamics method, some relevant conclusions were drawn.

Findings
At a high temperature, viscosity is low, velocity slipping is large and velocity gaps in near-wall layer and thin layer are large. When the temperature is constant, the dimensionless slipping length and Kn number are linear.

Research limitations/implications
The effect of the equivalent viscosity on gas slipping model is proposed. viscosity is smaller, gas velocity slipping is greater, temperature is higher, gas velocity slipping is greater, velocity gap of near wall layer and thin layer is larger. When the temperature is constant, the dimensionless slipping length ls and Kn number are linear.

Originality/value
The global model of lubricating film velocity slipping between plates was established, and mathematical expression of slipping model in each layer, based on the stratification theory, was presented.
Thermal stress analysis of dry friction clutches
Authors: Abdullah Oday Ibraheem , Schlattmann Josef , Jobair Hussein , Beliardouh Nasser Eddine , Kaleli Hakan 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to present an approach to compute accurately the distributions of the frictional heat generated, contact pressure and thermal stresses at any instant during the sliding period (heating phase) of the single-disc friction clutch system works in the dry condition and the complex interaction among them.

Design/methodology/approach
Numerical work was achieved using the developed elastic and thermal finite element models (axisymmetric models) to simulate the engagement of the single-disc friction clutch system.

Findings
The change of distribution of contact pressure during the sliding period (heating phase) affects significantly the magnitude and distribution of the produced thermal stress. The high local heat generated appeared in the contacting surfaces because of the non-uniformity of the distribution of contact pressure during the heating phase (sliding time) and this will dramatically increase the thermal stresses.

Originality/value
Sequentially coupled thermal-mechanical approach was developed to investigate the thermal stresses problem in automotive clutches under dry conditions. This approach is considered a promising approach to investigate the effect of material, sliding time, torque function, etc., on the thermal stresses of different types of friction clutch.
Tribological properties and mechanism of the bilayer iron based powder metallurgy materials
Authors: Zhang Guotao , Yin Yanguo , Xu Ming , Li Congmin 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
This paper aims to obtain high mechanical strength and good self-lubricating property of iron-based powder metallurgy materials. A new type of bilayer material with dense substrate and porous surface was proposed in this paper to obtain high strength and good self-lubricating property.

Design/methodology/approach
The materials were prepared by powder metallurgy. Their friction and wear properties were investigated with an end-face tribo-tester. Energy dispersive spectrometer, X-ray diffraction and the 3D laser scanning technologies were used to characterise the tribological properties of materials. The tribological and bearing mechanisms of the monolayer and bilayer materials were compared.

Findings
The results show that adding proper TiH2 can effectively improve the porosity and hardness. With the TiH2 content increased from 0 to 4 per cent, the average friction coefficients increase slowly, and the wearability decreases first and then increases. When containing 3.5 per cent TiH2, high strength and good self-lubrication characteristics are obtained. Besides, the tribological properties of monolayer materials are better than those of bilayer materials when the load is between 980 and 1,470 N, while the opposite result is obtained under the load varied from 1,470 to 2,450 N. In the bilayer material, the porous oil surface can lubricate well and the dense substrate can improve the mechanical property. So, its comprehensive tribological and mechanical properties are better than those of monolayer material.

Originality/value
The friction and wear properties of a new type bilayer materials were investigated. And their tribological mechanisms were proposed. This work can provide a theoretical reference for developing high-performance iron-based oil materials under boundary lubrication.
Turning strategies for the bounding quadruped robot with an active spine
Authors: Wei Zhong , Song Guangming , Sun Huiyu , Qi Qien , Gao Yuan , Qiao Guifang 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
This paper aims to study the turning strategies for the bounding quadruped robot with an active spine and explore the significant role of the spine in the turning locomotion.

Design/methodology/approach
Firstly, the bounding gait combining the pitch motion of the spine with the leg motion is presented. In this gait, the spine moves in phase with the front legs. All the joints of the legs and spine are controlled by cosine signals to simplify the control, and the initial position and oscillation amplitude of the joints can be tuned. To verify the effectiveness of the proposed gait, the spine joints are set with different initial positions and oscillation amplitudes, and the initial position and oscillation amplitude of the leg joints are tuned to make the virtual model do the best locomotion in terms of the speed and stability in the simulation. The control signals are also used to control a real robot called Transleg. Then, three different turning strategies are proposed, including driving the left and right legs with different strides, swaying the spine in the yaw direction and combining the above two methods. Finally, these strategies are tested on the real robot.

Findings
The stable bounding locomotion can be achieved using the proposed gait. With the spine motion, the speed of the bounding locomotion is increased; the turning radius is reduced; and the angular velocity is increased.

Originality/value
A simple and flexible planning of the bounding gait and three turning strategies for the bounding quadruped robot are proposed. The effectiveness of the proposed bounding gait, along with the beneficial effect of the spine motion in the yaw direction on the turning locomotion is demonstrated with the computer simulations and robot experiments. This will be instructive for the designing and actuating of the other quadruped robots.
Becoming lean: the employee perspective
Authors: Lauver Kristy J. , Nahm Abraham Y. , Opall Brent S. , Keyes James P. 
Published: October 2018

PurposeThis study aims to explore how placement of lean practices (removal of waste from all areas of an organization’s value stream) (Worley and Doolen, 2006) within different organizational strategic contexts can affect the factors that lead to lean implementation success.Design/methodology/approachThe authors use empirical data to examine how strategy affects various factors that are identified as prerequisites for successful lean implementation. Specifically, this study uses Venkatraman’s (1998) measures to examine various types of strategy within organizations, how they correlate with both the workers’ mindset (perceived job security and perceived personal benefits of lean) and the processes in implementation (training on lean concepts and techniques).FindingsFindings indicate that a relationship exists between strategy and factors needed for lean implementation success. Perceived job security had a positive relationship with all four types of strategies examined (proactiveness, defensiveness, analysis and futurity) (Venkatraman, 1998). Moreover, perceived personal benefits of lean had a positive relationship with futurity but negative relationships with proactiveness and defensiveness strategies. Finally, training on lean concepts and techniques was positively related to analysis and futurity strategies but negatively related to proactiveness strategy.Originality/valueThe authors’ research illustrates the positive impact of aligning lean with strategy. This topic may be of particular interest to executives, especially middle managers, looking to improve firm performance.
Early supplier integration in the US defense industry
Authors: Cohee Garrett Lane , Barrows Jeff , Handfield Rob 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
Each year, the US defense industry outsources nearly $400 bn of domestic goods and services through competitive bids. These procurement activities are quite often complex and specialized in nature because of a highly regulated federal acquisition contracting environment. Ongoing calls to improve supplier management and drive innovation in the defense industry offers an opportunity to adopt Early Supplier Integration (ESI) initiatives that have proven successful in the private sector. This paper identifies critical ESI activities and acquisition practices that the defense industry should adopt to ensure enhanced effectiveness in new product development.

Design/methodology/approach
Leveraging a conceptual ESI model derived from the research, an in-depth case study of 12 product development projects from a major defense contractor was performed. In the context of project performance, critical ESI activities and moderating effects were assessed.

Findings
Three key ESI activities have the greatest impact on aggregate project performance: system design involvement, design adjustment opportunities and design for manufacturability/assembly/testability involvement. Use of formal supplier agreements also significantly impacts project performance during the development phase. In addition, project complexity and product team maturity were identified as environment moderators; higher complexity projects tended to negatively moderate the impact of ESI upon performance, and higher team maturity levels tended to positively moderate the impact of ESI upon performance.

Originality/value
The results provide a sound framework for empirical validation through future quantitative studies and defense industry analyses. In addition, insights and recommendations for interpretation and adaptation of federal acquisition regulations to allow increased utilization of ESI within the defense industry are substantiated.
Institutional barriers to venture capital financing: an explorative study for the case of Iran
Authors: Shojaei Saeed , Motavaseli Mahmood , Bitaab Ali , Chitsazan Hasti , Mohammadi Elyasi Ghanbar 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
This paper aims to explore the barriers that constrain the venture capital (VC) financing in Iran based on the institutional theory.

Design/methodology/approach
To answer the question, “How institutional barriers constrain the VC financing in Iran?”, 31 detailed interviews were conducted, and the interviewed data were analysed by using the grounded theory method.

Findings
There exist several institutional barriers (formal and informal) in different stages of the VC investment process in Iran. Major formal institutional deficiencies include lack of appropriate financial regulations, inefficacy in tax, labour, property rights, financial disclosure, bankruptcy, investor’s protection laws and regulations, lack of credit rating/scoring system, inefficacy in small and medium-sized enterprise-supporting policies and capital market underdevelopment. Moreover, there exist some informal institutional barriers such as culture of capitalism disapproval, culture of secrecy, individualistic customs and weakness of managerial skills that constrain VC activities in Iran.

Research limitations/implications
The research findings imply that the government’s role should change from “establishment of government-sponsored VC funds” to “enforcement of institutional reforms that lead to an appropriate framework for VC investment”.

Originality/value
This paper has made three key contributions. First, it has provided comprehensive insights into how institutional barriers constrain the VC investment in a developing country. Second, a new stage-wise model is proposed for analysing the VC investment process. Third, existing knowledge about the role of both formal and informal institutions in the VC investment is extended.
Small entrepreneurship development in Belarus
Authors: Andras Iryna 
Published: October 2018

Purpose
The aim of the study is to determine the key development stages of small entrepreneurship in Belarus depending on the impact of reformative activity of authorities on socio-innovative activity of entrepreneurs. Also we seek to determine the projective behavioral strategies of entrepreneurs in the context of contradictory socio-economic processes in Belarus.

Design/methodology/approach
Historico-sociological approach to the development of small entrepreneurship in Belarus is based on the analysis of books, articles, official documents and official statistics available mostly in the Russian and Belarusian languages. Expert survey is used as the most effective method of survey to predict further development of small entrepreneurship. Within the framework of the activity-structure concept, (T. Zaslavskaya) combination of both approaches allows presenting quantitative and qualitative changes in business structures in order to coordinate socio-economic progress.

Findings
In Belarusian transition economy the reformative activity of the authorities is absolutely dependent on politico-administrative influence. That is why the behavioral strategies of entrepreneurs are formed as reaction-adaptive behavior under mounting pressure of state policy.

Research limitations/implications
The results are primarily applicable for post-Soviet republics and countries with transition economy.

Practical implications
This paper implies that in post-Soviet economies like Belarus socio-economic integration of entrepreneurs is overly dependent on politico-administrative activity of the authorities.

Originality/value
This study includes two approaches: historico-sociological and expert survey as a forecasting method. This sociological approach gives the opportunity to characterise the continuity in behavioral strategies of entrepreneurs.