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Security of classified information: one standard or many?
Authors: Weaver John Michael 
Published: February 2017

Purpose
There should be one standard for those with access to classified data. Leadership by example should be required by all managers, supervisors and department heads. The paper aims to discuss this issue.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper is a viewpoint and does not have a methodology.

Findings
Leaders who work in the public sector have an inherent responsibility to earn and maintain the trust of the public for whom they serve. Regardless of whether one is a career government employee, a politician or a political appointee, all who have access to classified material should respect the necessity of safeguards to keep one’s nation’s secrets – secret.

Research limitations/implications
If leaders fail to set the example, then nations risk further breaches of their classified information.

Practical implications
This viewpoint applies to anyone who works in an environment dealing with classified material.

Social implications
This viewpoint serves to educate the public on maintaining a single standard for those who handle classified material.

Originality/value
The author has yet to see much covered in peer-reviewed publications on this topic and believe that the subject is particularly relevant at this time.
ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025
Authors: Barradas José , Sampaio Paulo 
Published: February 2017

Purpose
According to the ISO 9001 standard, all the certified companies should calibrate their measuring equipment. By doing so, companies can guarantee, with rigor and quality, its measurement and use reliable data for monitoring the quality of their products. However, a metrology laboratory is not required to have an ISO 9001 certification or ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation. At this moment, there are companies with their quality management systems certified according to the ISO 9001 standard which have metrology laboratories to make internal checks of their measuring equipment. On the other hand, there are companies with ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories. Finally, there are companies that have their QMS certified according to ISO 9001 and also their metrology laboratory accredited by ISO/IEC 17025. In this case the metrology laboratory must comply with the requirements of both standards. Thus, the purpose of this paper is to analyze the level of importance of the ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 standards from the perspective of a metrology laboratory.

Design/methodology/approach
The research methodology used to conduct this research was supported in case studies that had been carried out in nine metrology laboratories. The information was gathered based on semi-structured interviews.

Findings
After an analysis and discussion over the data obtained, the authors verified that the impact on customer perception is significantly positive, if the metrology laboratory is simultaneous certified and accredited.

Originality/value
From the laboratories perspective, the issue analyzed in this paper is of the utmost importance and the aim is to give the contribution in order to clarify this kind of organizations of which could be the best option for their context.
5S – a quality improvement tool for sustainable performance: literature review and directions
Authors: Randhawa Jugraj Singh , Ahuja Inderpreet Singh 
Published: February 2017

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present the comprehensive literature review on 5S and suggest possible gaps from the point of view of researchers and practitioners. The manuscript presents the overview of 5S implementation and highlights the achievements realized from deployment of 5S initiatives for sustainable performance of organizations.Design/methodology/approachThe paper critically examines the literature on 5S, analyzes and reviews it systematically. The study highlights the critical barriers and success factors for sustainable 5S implementation in the organizations in the competitive world.Findings5S is an outstanding Japanese philosophy for the development of any type organization all over the world. This study bring out the concept of 5S, requirements for its holistic implementation, relationship with other lean tools, benefits, success factors and obstacles in 5S implementation. The significant contributions through 5S initiatives in the organization like production, quality, safety and effective utilization of workspace for the sustained organizational improvement have also been highlighted in the study.Practical implicationsThe literature on assortment of 5S technique has been so far very limited. The present paper reviews large number of research publications related to 5S to highlight the significance of 5S philosophy in the sustainable organizational improvement across the world. It foregrounds the approach advised by the various researchers, practitioners and appraises censoriously the reason behind the demand of 5S program in the organization. The needful steps and obstacles are also foreground for the effective implementation of 5S in the organization.Originality/valueThe paper presents a comprehensive review of literature publications in the area of 5S and their assortment to develop an understanding of the significance and implementation of 5S in the organizations. The paper will be helpful or useful to researchers, safety executives, development professionals and managers in the organizations.
The integration of standardized management systems: managing business risk
Authors: Ferreira Rebelo Manuel , Silva Rui , Santos Gilberto 
Published: February 2017

PurposeProtecting business value is regarded to be the cornerstone of any organization. The purpose of this paper is to investigate and explore the potential contributions of the integration of standardized management systems (MSs) into an integrated MS. This will support a better coordinated management of different kinds of risks that exist in organizational processes.Design/methodology/approachThe findings are based on literature as well as empirical case studies conducted by the authors. It focuses on the potential results of integration of MSs.FindingsIt is found that the integration of MSs leads to a more coherent, extensive, consistent, and harmonized process of identification of hazards. Also, it is found that from integration also results in the minimization of associated risks that affect key aspects of business, considering the organizational context vs requirements of each relevant stakeholder, as defined in related management systems standards.Research limitations/implicationsThis research, investigate the risk management (RM) and the integration of MSs from existing research papers about empirical studies for the period 2000-2014, including case studies in which the authors are involved. The number of enterprises can be larger.Originality/valueAlthough there is some research regarding RM in organizations related to isolated implementations of MSs, this paper stands in a different perspective, since it addresses the issues emerging from the integration of standardized MSs in a broader perspective.
Defining a theoretical framework for information seeking and parenting
Authors: Montesi Michela , Álvarez Bornstein Belén 
Published: February 2017

Purpose
Information seeking for child-rearing is an increasingly popular topic in the medical and social science literature, though a theoretical framework in which to understand this phenomenon is still missing. The paper aims to discuss this issue.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors present results from a qualitative research in which data were obtained from 21 interviews and the personal experience of one of the authors. Participants were all mothers supportive of attachment parenting, a parenting style inspired by attachment theory which advocates making parenting decisions on a strong basis of information. They were recruited in several Spanish autonomous communities and interviewed between April and July 2015.

Findings
Results were analyzed using grounded theory and allowed to define five major themes: becoming a mother implies a new perception of oneself in which it is common to feel more in need for information; the need to search for information originates in situations of “conflict” or crisis, or as a consequence of conflicting information; information is judged and weighed on the basis of affect and perceptions; scientific and experiential knowledge are valued as complementary; and finally, information seeking appears as one activity of identity work.

Originality/value
Placing conflict, instead of uncertainty, at the beginning of the search process allows to emphasize the role of information seeking in mediating relationships and interactions at a societal level. From this point of view, the authors understand that LIS should pay more attention to information seeking as an important factor in social change.
Once more unto the breach
Authors: Buschman John 
Published: February 2017

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore an approach to epistemology which allows a portion of library and information science (LIS) to coherently explain its social and intellectual contributions, and to overcome some of the problems of epistemology that LIS encounters.Design/methodology/approachLiterature based conceptual analysis of the problems of epistemology in LIS and the productive approach of Deweyan Pragmatism.FindingsLIS’ problems with epistemology come from a variety of sources: epistemology itself, the combining of librarianship with information science, and the search for a common grounding of the information professions, their tools and their institutions. No such theoretical foundation is possible, but Deweyan Pragmatism offers a sensible, practical explanation for the historical development and practices of librarianship.Originality/valuePragmatism has been deployed in portions of LIS, but the full implications and the “fit” of Dewey’s ideas for librarianship and its epistemology are productive explorations.
Tourism and global logistics hub development in the Caribbean
Authors: Anderson Kirkland Robert 
Published: February 2017

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of agritourism as a development model which enables the diversification of agriculture and targets the utilization of endogenous approaches in an effective manner to distribute benefits for the majority of the community. The logistics hub is a channel by which sustainability of this model can be achieved.

Methodology
This explorative study used survey methodology to gather data from a cross-section of stakeholders: an influential group consisting of 20 directors and senior directors, and 146 farmers, extension and assistant extension officers from rural agriculture development agency (RADA). The study was explored in terms of six proposed sustainability indicators as demonstrated by the Mandel Model for sustainable rural poultry farming.

Findings
The presence of the logistics hub made possible environmentally friendly infrastructural development, quality control of agritourism services, availability of financial resources and improved publicity and promotion of services. Arising from this, economics, socio-cultural and environmental benefits are likely to be achieved.

Research limitations/implications
Although the research has achieved its aims, there are some limitations. First, this research was conducted in seven of the fourteen parishes of Jamaica. Second, a broader-based longitudinal study is best suited to research of this nature.

Practical implications
Participating rural communities are likely to experience increased economic activity and development and ultimately a better standard of living. This must be seen in the context of the need for citizens in rural Jamaica to achieve cultural and educational change.

Social implications
This study has implications for the development and maintenance of public services and for local customs and cultures.

Originality/value
It is estimated that more than 100,000 Jamaicans could improve their standard of living and ultimately this would benefit all Jamaicans.
Capacity building for tourism and logistics: redefining the role of human resources
Authors: Arhelo Betty Aigbogho 
Published: February 2017

Purpose
This paper aims to examine the current position of human resources in Caribbean ports and how this position has impacted the development of tourism and logistics in the region.

Design/methodology/approach
Qualitative research was used to describe the data collected from five different ports across the Caribbean. Documents and interviews were chosen because the study is limited to five ports with five senior managers.

Findings
The study shows that, on average, 20 per cent of Caribbean port workers are provided with new skills in the areas of technology, human resource development, information technology, health and safety and handling of dangerous goods and customs documentation.

Practical implications
There is a need for a re-think among educational institutions in the Caribbean in relation to the development of human resources for the logistics and tourism industries. The implications of this study go beyond the Caribbean, given the global nature of the maritime constituency.

Originality/value
This paper draws on an MSc research project and offers directions for further research in logistics and supply chain management.
Tourism business development and logistics in the Caribbean
Authors: Ajagunna Ibrahim , Pinnock Fritz , Amonde Tom M. , Teare Richard 
Published: February 2017

Purpose
This paper aims to profile the WHATT theme issue “Tourism business development and logistics in the Caribbean: Will there be a symbiotic relationship?” by drawing on reflections from the theme editors and theme issue outcomes.

Design/methodology/approach
Structured questions are used to enable the theme editors to reflect on the rationale for the theme issue question, the starting-point, the selection of the writing team and material and the editorial process.

Findings
The paper draws on academic and practitioner perspectives to examine the interrelatedness between tourism development and logistics in the Caribbean and concludes that there is much common ground.

Practical implications
This paper outlines challenges and new approaches to the management of tourism business development and logistics in the Caribbean.

Originality/value
The present paper profiles the main developments that need to occur to maximize benefits for the people and economies of the Caribbean region.
Using a forest dynamics model to link community assembly processes and traits structure
Authors: Chauvet Mickaël , Kunstler Georges , Roy Jacques , Morin Xavier 
Published: February 2017

Summary

Trait‐based approaches have been increasingly used to understand the role of environmental and biotic filters on species assembly. However, our understanding of the relationships between traits and community assembly processes remain limited. Indeed, various assembly processes may lead to similar functional patterns, and the effects of a given process may vary with the considered traits. Especially, competition can result in trait divergence or convergence depending on whether the trait is related to niche differences or to species’ competitive abilities.

In this study, we used a process‐based forest gap‐model to explore the effects of environmental and biotic assembly processes on the functional diversity of tree communities along a productivity gradient of 11 sites across central Europe. In a simulation experiment, we (i) disentangled the effects of environmental and biotic filtering on community structure, and (ii) tested whether competition resulted in trait divergence or convergence.

Our results confirmed the expected decrease in species richness with decreasing site fertility. We detected environmental filtering for traits related to both species environmental requirements and species competitive ability, highlighting that environmental trait filtering can affect all aspects of tree life‐history strategies.

We observed convergence of traits related to growth and light capture resulting from competition for light, suggesting that tree species assembly is mainly driven by differences in competitive abilities. Additionally, the observed trait convergence was stronger in more productive sites than in less fertile ones, reflecting the impact of environmental conditions on competitive interactions.

Synthesis. Our study shows that process‐based forest gap‐models can help to test whether functional traits composition reveal the signature of community assembly processes. This process‐based approach challenges the classical view on the links between traits and mechanisms driving community assembly.

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Trait‐matching and mass effect determine the functional response of herbivore communities to land‐use intensification
Authors: Le Provost Gaëtane , Gross Nicolas , Börger Luca , Deraison Hélène , Roncoroni Marilyn , Badenhausser Isabelle 
Published: February 2017

Summary

Trait‐based approaches represent a promising way to understand how trophic interactions shape animal communities. The approach relies on the identification of the traits that mediate the linkages between adjacent trophic levels, i.e. ‘trait‐matching’. Yet, how trait‐matching explains the abundance and diversity of animal communities has been barely explored. This question may be particularly critical in the context of land‐use intensification, currently threatening biodiversity and associated ecosystem services.

We collected a large dataset on plant and grasshopper traits from communities living in 204 grasslands, in an intensively managed agricultural landscape. We used a multi‐trait approach to quantify the relative contributions of trait‐matching and land‐use intensification acting at both local and landscape scales on grasshopper functional diversity. We considered two key independent functional traits: incisor strength and body size of grasshopper species. Incisor strength, a resource‐acquisition trait, strongly matches grasshopper feeding niche. Body size correlates with mobility traits, and may determine grasshopper dispersal abilities.

Plant functional diversity positively impacted the diversity of grasshopper resource‐acquisition traits, according to the degree of trait‐matching observed between plants and herbivores. However, this positive effect was significantly higher in old grasslands. In addition, the presence of specific habitats in the landscape (i.e. wood and alfalfa) strongly enhanced grasshopper resource‐acquisition trait diversity in the focal grassland. Finally, grasshopper body size increased with landscape simplification, although the response was modulated by local factors such as soil depth.

Trait‐matching between plants and herbivores was an important driver explaining the abundance and diversity of resource‐acquisition traits within grasshopper communities. However, the presence of specific habitats in the surrounding landscape had also a strong influence on herbivore functional diversity in grasslands. Our study suggests that also mass effects are a central mechanism promoting higher functional diversity within animal communities in highly disturbed anthropogenic systems.

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Do Rising Labour Costs Drive Innovation in Enterprises? Propensity Score Matching Evidence from Chinese Firms
Authors: Huang Xianhai , Chen Hangyu , Yang Gaoju 
Published: February 2017

AbstractThis paper uses a monopolistic competition model and propensity score matching (PSM) with Chinese firm‐level data to determine whether rising labour costs drive innovation within enterprises. The results indicate that rising wages do drive firms to invest more in R&D and use more capital to substitute for labour to minimize costs, which improves total factor productivity. The results are verified by several robustness tests.
The effect of maternal low flow oxygen administration during the second stage of labour on umbilical cord artery pH: a randomised controlled trial
Authors: Qian G , Xu X , Chen L , Xia S , Wang A , Chuai Y , Jiang W 
Published: February 2017

ObjectiveTo assess the effect of maternal low flow oxygen administration during the second stage of labour on umbilical cord artery pH.DesignA randomised controlled trial.SettingA tertiary teaching hospital in China.PopulationWomen in the second stage of labour with no complications.MethodsAbout 443 women were randomly allocated to receive either supplemental oxygen at a flow rate of 2 l/min or a sham supplementation by nasal cannula. Healthcare providers, women and outcome assessors were blinded to allocation.Main outcome measuresUmbilical cord artery pH and fetal heart rate (FHR) pattern.ResultsBaseline characteristics were similar between the two groups. There were no significant differences between the two groups in the umbilical cord artery pH [median 7.261, interquartile range (IQR) 7.228–7.295 versus 7.266 (IQR 7.232–7.297), P = 0.64], the proportion with pH less than 7.2 [30/219 versus 34/224, P = 0.66, RR (relative risk) 0.9, 95% CI 0.57–1.42], and the proportion with normal FHR pattern (147/219 versus 153/224, P = 0.79, RR 0.98, 95% CI 0.86–1.12). Maternal partial pressure of dissolved oxygen was significantly higher in the oxygen group than in the sham group [median 150.0 mmHg (IQR 142.6–156.7) versus 112.0 (IQR 104.8–118.3), P < 0.001], whereas carbon dioxide was significantly lower in the oxygen group than in the sham group (mean difference −1.1, 95% CI −2.1 to −0.1, P = 0.03).ConclusionThe use of 2 l/min maternal oxygen during the second stage of labour did not adversely affect either the umbilical artery pH or the FHR pattern distribution.Tweetable abstractNo difference in abnormal fetal acid base or normal heart rate if maternal O2 given, randomised trial finds.