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Blueprints for success: applying structural equation modeling in dam construction planning
Authors: Amies Pouya , Jin Xiaohua , Senaratne Sepani 
Published: October 2024

PurposeThe current research environment lacks a thorough examination of project success in specific domains, particularly in the context of dam project performance. Although there is a significant amount of study and a wide range of project management subjects, there is a clear absence of empirical research on dams. The purpose of this study is to fill in the knowledge gap on how to improve the performance of dam construction projects by focusing on the planning phase.Design/methodology/approachThe study utilized a survey to gather the perspectives of professionals involved in dam projects regarding critical success factors and success criteria during the project planning phase. The collected data were then analyzed using exploratory factor analysis and structural equation modeling.FindingsFour dimensions were identified for critical success factors: “project team,” “project readiness,” “engagement” and “long-term impact.” For project success criteria, “fulfill identified needs,” “functionality,” “quality performance” and “sustainability” were identified as having significance in measuring project success.Originality/valueThe article provides suggestions on how the dam engineering industry can include the identified project elements that are associated with project success. The study's significance stems from its substantial contribution to the limited literature on dam projects.
The intentionality-based view of users to adopt ChatGPT through the mediating role of attitude toward behavior: practical implication for business
Authors: Teerawongsathorn Jidapa , Gerdsri Nathasit , Wannamakok Wisuwat 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to systematically investigate the factors influencing the adoption and utilization of ChatGPT in the Thai context, using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as a theoretical foundation which bridges the gap between technological innovation and local adoption dynamics, providing critical insights for future technology implementations in similar contexts..

Design/methodology/approach
To validate six hypotheses, this study engages 400 respondents residing in Bangkok. Data were collected through a rigorously designed structured survey and analyzed via descriptive and inferential statistical techniques using confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling to validate hypotheses including mediating effect of attitude toward behavior (ATB).

Findings
The findings indicate that all determinants significantly influence the intention to adopt ChatGPT (IAC). Additionally, the ATB plays a pivotal role in mediating the relationship between perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use and IAC.

Originality/value
This research shed a new light on emerging trends of Thais’ motivations toward ChatGPT adoption. This may provide an insight into further development and practical implications for businesses.
A study on the temperature rise characteristics of high-speed ball bearings under starvation lubrication
Authors: Jiang Ziyang , Zhang Chang , Ni Wenjun , Li ShuangTian 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to study the problem of starvation lubrication of high-speed ball bearings due to temperature rise during operation and to avoid thermal failure of bearing lubrication.

Design/methodology/approach
Under the quasi-statics model of grease lubrication, both the oil film dragging force and the rolling friction between the balls and raceways collectively counteract the gyroscopic torque. Initially, the static model for grease lubrication is solved, followed by calculating the generated heat using the local heat generation method and ultimately the multinodal thermal network model is solved, and the solved results of the quasi-statics are updated by the temperatures of the grease nodes based on the relationship of the grease temperature and viscosity, as well as the relationship of the viscosity and the film thickness.

Findings
By comparing the numerical calculation results of bearings under different working conditions, the influence of starvation lubrication on the oil film thickness, oil film drag force and rolling friction of bearings is discussed, and it is found that the numerical calculation results of the outer ring temperature of bearings under the starvation lubrication due to the consideration of temperature rise are closer to the experimental values.

Originality/value
This study reveals the dynamic characteristics of bearings under starvation lubrication, which is more practical and engineering guiding significance for the design of bearings, and introduces a new method and basis for the calculation of temperature rise of rolling bearings.

Peer review
The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-06-2024-0208/
Gender dynamics in palm oil value chain: the role of corporate social responsibility in Nigeria’s Niger Delta
Authors: Uduji Joseph Ikechukwu , Okolo-Obasi Nduka Vitalis Elda , Uduji Joy Ukamaka 
Published: October 2024

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to critically examine the multinational oil companies’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in Nigeria. Its special focus is to investigate the impact of the global memorandum of understanding (GMoU) on gender in the facets of palm oil value chain in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria.Design/methodology/approachThis paper adopts an explanatory research design using both descriptive and inferential statistics to answer the four research questions. We generated cross-sectional primary data from a sample of 1,200 women selected from the nine states of Niger Delta region using multiple sampling techniques.FindingsResults from the estimation of a logit model and use of propensity score matching to determine the mean difference between variables in the treatment and control show that significant efforts have been made by the MOCs through their CSR in the areas that will help the women compete favourably in the oil palm value chain.Research limitations/implicationsThis study implies that MOCs’ CSR interventions that enhanced women acquisition of improved mechanized meals, accompanied by awareness creation and demonstration of value of improved processing technologies and practices to female processors, will lift many women out of poverty in the Niger Delta.Social implicationsThis implies that fostering gender access to credit through GMoU interventions will improve extraction efficiency of female primary processors and enhance linkages between women producers/processors and large mills in palm oil value chain deliveries in the Niger Delta.Originality/valueThis research contributes to gender debate in the agricultural value chain from a CSR perspective in developing countries and rationale for demand for social projects by host communities. It concludes that business has an obligation to help in solving problems of public concern.
Defining Newtown user satisfaction in a shopping mall
Authors: Adewunmi Yewande Adetoro , Ramushu Boitumelo , Nelson Margaret 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the user satisfaction dimensions at the Newtown Junction shopping mall to improve its performance.

Design/methodology/approach
Users of the Newtown Junction shopping mall were surveyed and the results were analysed using mean scores, principal components and regression analysis.

Findings
The study identified user satisfaction dimensions as “facilities management”, “design using Newtown principles”, “cultural transmission”, “utility functionality”, “accessibility”, “human factors” and “hotel access”. The dimensions extracted using principal component analysis were better predictors of performance than those of the literature.

Research limitations/implications
The study sample is from the Newtown Junction Mall in the Newtown precinct, Johannesburg, South Africa. The results may not be generalisable to all Newtown shopping malls.

Practical implications
The results will be useful for improving the marketing and operations of shopping malls in similar Newtown in South Africa. A Newtown shopping mall is more attractive to users who want to learn about African culture actively. In addition, the mall’s design and access to other parts of its mixed-used development, which are major complementary places of interest in the precinct, make it attractive to shoppers and tourists.

Originality/value
There are limited studies defining Newtown dimensions in a shopping mall.
Unveiling how consumers accept digital-only fashion: an empirical examination building upon the functional theory of attitudes
Authors: Zhang Yanbo , Liu Chuanlan 
Published: October 2024

PurposeDigital-only fashion represents an ideal fusion of sustainability and fashionability, garnering growing interest among fashion professionals. However, there is a noticeable gap in research focusing on digital-only fashion acceptance among consumers. Hence, this study aims to empirically examine consumers’ motivations, evaluations and acceptance of digital-only fashion based on the Functional Theory of Attitudes.Design/methodology/approachA US-based research agency was hired to collect data, resulting in 247 completed survey responses. Data analysis was conducted using the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) approach.FindingsTesting results highlight that consumer acceptance of digital-only fashion is directly influenced by both overall attitude and self-expressive attitude. Self-expression is particularly pivotal in digital-only fashion acceptance. Adorning avatars and dressing realistic on-screen bodies are distinct yet complementary aspects of using digital-only fashion. Consumers with positive environmental beliefs about digital-only fashion are concerned about how well digital-only fashion items allow them to express such beliefs.Originality/valueThis study innovatively applied the functional theory of attitudes to the emerging domain of digital-only fashion and identified consumers’ four functional attitudes toward digital-only fashion, along with the underlying motivations served by each functional attitude. Furthermore, this study provides valuable practical insights across the digital-only fashion value chain.
Peers, Parents and Families as agents of influence on adolescents’ perspectives towards people with Mental Health Problems: Mental Health Professionals’ Views
Authors: A.S. Manjari , N.T. Sudhesh 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
This study aims to explore mental health professionals’ views on adolescent attitudes towards their peers with mental health problems and the influence of parental, familial and societal environments on these attitudes.

Design/methodology/approach
A qualitative research design was used. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with seventeen mental health professionals in Bangalore, India, with at least two years of experience working with adolescents. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the interview data.

Findings
Mental health professionals reported diverse adolescent attitudes towards peers with mental health issues, ranging from support to bullying and exclusion. Family dynamics, peer influence and societal stigma were identified as significant factors shaping these attitudes.

Research limitations/implications
The remote interviews during the pandemic limited access to non-verbal cues and work settings. The study focused on professionals' views from Bangalore, not capturing the diverse needs of adolescents across India. Additionally, practitioners from urban settings might not represent the challenges of their rural counterparts. The high concentration of female participants hinders generalisability. Variable interview lengths and participant openness might introduce bias, likely influenced by experience and views on mental health awareness.

Practical implications
The findings underscore that adolescents' views on peer mental health are crucial for mental health professionals to design targeted interventions and support systems. Implementing programs that raise mental health awareness and reduce stigma can benefit schools and communities.

Social implications
This study highlights the necessity of a holistic strategy to tackle adolescent mental health. Creating supportive peer environments, encouraging open family communication, and combating societal stigma can foster a more inclusive and mentally healthy society for adolescents.

Originality/value
This study contributes to the growing body of research on adolescent mental health by providing insights into professionals’ views of peer attitudes. It highlights the need for interventions addressing family stigma, promoting open communication and using social media for awareness.
ID3-driven insights: the proactive prosumer’s role in technological innovation
Authors: Abdelaziz Mahmoud Abdelaziz Ahmed , Ghonim Mohamed Ahmed , Wu Jiani , Almandooh Ahmed Masoud Ahmed 
Published: October 2024

PurposeThe study aims to reveal the relative importance of each characteristic of a proactive prosumer and determine the role of each characteristic in improving technological innovation.Design/methodology/approachOur data were collected via emails using a final sample of 280 technical managers from Egypt’s information technology (IT) firms who have some software development expertise. The data were analyzed using the iterative dichotomiser 3 (ID3) algorithm.FindingsThe results indicate that proactive prosumer characteristics (initiative and creativity) positively affect technological innovation. Furthermore, there is no technological innovation without initiative.Research limitations/implicationsThis study uses ID3 decision tree analysis to analyze the role of proactive prosumers in technological innovation. It greatly advances the area by addressing the need for quantitative studies in administrative sciences. The study highlights initiative and creativity as essential innovation drivers, contributing to consumer and prosumption theories and the changing consumer-firm connection. The ID3 algorithm distinguishes the study from earlier statistical studies. The study’s limitations advise increasing prosumer literature, studying psychological aspects and comparing cultures. Use various algorithms and moderator and mediator factors to improve methodology. Technical managers' opinions must also be understood.Originality/valueThis research contributes to the existing knowledge base by examining the intricate relationship between proactive prosumers and technological innovation. It offers a novel approach by employing the ID3 decision tree algorithm within the administrative sciences, a domain that needs to be explored in prosumer research. By bridging the methodological gap, this study addresses the need for more quantitative investigations into prosumers in the management field. Furthermore, it pioneers the application of artificial intelligence techniques to analyze the prosumer phenomenon quantitatively. The paper concludes by outlining potential avenues for future research.
Student leadership initiative
Authors: Riley Steven 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis paper investigates the motivations and strategies employed in the establishment of a comprehensive ‘Student Leadership’ initiative within a large secondary school situated in Bradford. The central focus lies in the integration of ‘Student Voice’ throughout the institution. The paper explores the structural elements of the ‘Student Council’ and explains the implementation of its associated systems. Furthermore, an analysis of the initiative's prospective benefits is offered. With a view towards continuous refinement, the paper concludes with a discussion of potential advancements and enhancements to maintain the programme's relevance, effectiveness and long‐term success.
Financial burden of care greatest among rural beneficiaries in Medicare advantage
Authors: Park Sungchul , Meyers David J. , Park Yubin , Trivedi Amal N. 
Published: October 2024

AbstractObjectiveTo examine differences in access to care and financial burden between Traditional Medicare (TM) and Medicare Advantage (MA) beneficiaries in rural and urban areas and then explore whether there were potential differences in MA benefits between urban and rural areas.Study Setting and DesignWe conducted a cross‐sectional study within the Medicare setting in the United States.Data Sources and Analytical SampleData from three distinct sources for 2017–2021: the Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey, the MA landscape data, and the Plan Benefit Package data. Our sample comprised 43,343 Medicare beneficiary‐years, including TM and MA beneficiaries in urban and rural areas.Principal FindingsOur adjusted analysis showed that rural MA beneficiaries experienced higher rates of delayed care due to costs (10.0% [95% confidence interval (CI): 8.8–11.1]) compared with rural TM (9.5% [8.8–10.2]), urban MA (7.9% [7.4–8.4]), and urban TM (7.9% [7.5–8.2]) beneficiaries. Similarly, rural MA beneficiaries (11.4% [95% CI: 10.3–12.5]) reported more difficulty paying medical bills compared with rural TM (9.4% [8.7–10.1]), urban MA (8.1% [7.7–8.6]), and urban TM (7.8% [7.5–8.2]) beneficiaries. This disparity was associated with less generous financial structures in rural MA plans. Compared to urban MA plans, rural MA plans offered lower out‐of‐pocket maximums for in‐network care ($5918 vs. $5439), but required higher copayments ($1686 vs. $1724 for a 5‐day hospitalization, $37 vs. $41 for a specialist visit, and $35 vs. $38 for a mental health visit). However, differences in quality of care and provision of supplemental benefits were small.ConclusionRural Medicare beneficiaries reported a greater financial burden of care than urban Medicare beneficiaries, but the most significant burden was observed among MA beneficiaries in rural areas. One possible mechanism could be the less generous financial structures offered by rural MA plans. These findings suggest the need for policies addressing the affordability of care for rural MA beneficiaries.
Impacts of ICT diffusion, foreign direct investment, trade openness, and globalization on growth in Sub‐Saharan Africa
Authors: Onuogu Ijeoma Christina , Hassan Abubakar , Akadiri Seyi Saint , Bello Abdulwahab Ahmad , Riti Joshua Sunday 
Published: October 2024

AbstractOver the past three decades, there has been a significant increase in information and communication technology (ICT) investments around the world, resulting in a rise in the use of modern ICT packages. Sub‐Saharan African (SSA) countries, however, face different challenges. This study examines the relationship between ICT diffusion, foreign direct investment (FDI), trade openness, and economic globalization on inclusive growth for 48 SSA countries during 2005–2020. We use the modified generalized method of moments method for estimation. Empirical results reveal that ICT has a positive and significant influence on inclusive growth, while trade and economic globalization have a negative impact. FDI, on the other hand, has a favorable and considerable effect on inclusive growth. Inflation and vulnerable employment have negative impacts on inclusive growth, whereas social protection has a positive impact. From a policy standpoint, it is recommended that policymakers focus on enhancing ICT penetration in the region, particularly integrating ICT into the educational system to improve learning effectiveness and reduce research costs. Additionally, the interaction between economic globalization and ICT diffusion can enhance inclusive growth. Therefore, macroeconomic policies should promote ICT development, implement sound trade agreements, and attract capital inflows for inclusive economic growth. ICT diffusion is deemed both necessary and sufficient for SSA's advancement.
Study on the feasibility of using livestock blood as a fetal bovine serum substitute for cultured meat
Authors: Lee Da Young , Lee Seung Yun , Yun Seung Hyeon , Choi Yeongwoo , Han Dahee , Park Jinmo , Kim Jin Soo , Mariano Ermie , Lee Juhyun , Choi Jung Seok , Kim Gap‐Don , Choi Inho , Joo Seon‐Tea , Hur Sun Jin 
Published: October 2024

AbstractFetal bovine serum (FBS) accounts for the largest portion of the cost of cultured meat production or cell culture experiments and is highly controversial in terms of animal welfare because it is taken from the fetus of a pregnant cow during slaughtering. Nevertheless, FBS is the most important supplement in the cell culture manufacturing process. This study aimed to develop an FBS substitute from slaughterhouse waste blood to reduce the cost of FBS in cultured meat production through various experiments. Our study successfully demonstrated that adult livestock blood obtained from slaughterhouses can effectively replace FBS. Our substitute, when cultured with bovine myosatellite cells, demonstrated cell growth that was either equivalent to or superior to that of commercial FBS. In the process of muscle generation through differentiation, the substitutes from bovine and chicken formed 70%–75% more bovine muscle compared to the control group using FBS. Furthermore, using the FBS substitute can reduce cell culture costs by approximately 61% compared to using commercial FBS. Therefore, the groundbreaking FBS substitute will not only contribute to the development of technology to mass‐produce cultured meat using livestock byproducts but will also lower the production cost of media for experimental cell culture or vaccine production.
Sustainable Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) development of China and ASEAN in a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world
Authors: Ang Hak Seng 
Published: October 2024

AbstractA volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) world presents both challenges and opportunities. One good example is the increased focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), which can be viewed as a barrier for growth or as a competitive advantage for countries. For countries to view ESG as a competitive advantage, there are three key opportunities to tap on. First, nations could collaborate on ESG technology, specifically on the development, deployment or building of ESG technological infrastructure. Second, nations could share best practices regarding their solutions to social issues such as social mobility. Third, nations could collaborate to harmonise ESG standards to promote trade between countries.
The Belt and Road Initiative, outward foreign direct investment and total factor productivity—Evidence from China
Authors: Zhang Yue , Ji Fei 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis article takes the proposal of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2013 as a quasinatural experiment, uses the difference‐in‐difference model and data on China's listed companies from 2010 to 2021 to examine the relationship between outward foreign direct investment (OFDI) and total factor productivity in the micro level. The empirical results show that after the BRI is put forward, enterprise investments in countries along the Belt and Road have a reverse ‘productivity effect’ at first, with the implication of being the strongest in 2015 but are no longer significant by 2017; furthermore, the BRI has a significant positive effect on the total factor productivity of enterprises in 2021. Potential irrational investments and low investment efficiency can better explain this phenomenon, as investment efficiency declined at the beginning of the BRI but steadily increased after 2019, which is consistent with the negative to positive ‘productivity effect’. Extended analysis and robustness tests support the above conclusions.