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How does corporate social responsibility benefit firms? Evidence from Australia
Authors: Galbreath Jeremy 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThere is a small but growing body of empirical research examining benefits of corporate social responsibility (CSR) beyond traditional, accounting‐based financial benefits. To extend this body of research in contexts outside of Europe and the USA, the purpose of the present paper is to empirically examine three potential benefits of demonstrating CSR: reduced employee turnover; increased customer satisfaction; and improved reputation.Design/methodology/approachThe paper collected data on latent constructs through a survey of chief executive officers across a spectrum of industries in Australia. Confirmatory factor analysis assessed psychometric properties of the constructs, while regression analysis was used to examine posited hypotheses.FindingsThe findings suggest that firms engaging in CSR can benefit in ways beyond a pure bottom‐line outcome. First, due to exhibited fairness, socially responsive activities appear to be a means to reduce employee turnover. Second, by meeting justice needs of customers, CSR is likely to increase customer satisfaction. Lastly, CSR activities provide visible signals from which stakeholders infer various positive characteristics of firms, thus creating an avenue to increase overall firm reputation.Practical implicationsFirms can choose to do nothing with respect to their social responsibilities to doing much. While proactively engaging in CSR is not without opportunity cost, the results of this paper suggest executives should not dismiss CSR altogether.Originality/valueValue from this paper is derived in three ways: relying on non‐financial dependent variables, it supplements limited CSR research conducted in this stream; the data and implications drawn come from Australia, thereby adding needed international insight into the benefits of CSR; and the paper supplements financial‐driven theories used in CSR research by focusing on employee justice perceptions, equity, and signaling theories.
Strategic alliances in a manufacturing supply chain
Authors: Sambasivan Murali , Nget Yen Ching 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe basic purpose of this paper is to establish and test the relationship between organizational culture and strategic alliances in a manufacturing supply chain that consists of alliance companies (manufacturers) and alliance partners (suppliers and customers). The relationships have been analyzed from the manufacturer's perspective.Design/methodology/approachThis paper specifically addresses: the relationship between the culture type of alliance company and the degree of integration (trust, communication, and commitment) between the alliance companies and partners; the relationship between the culture type of alliance company and value creation in the alliance company; and the relationship between the degree of integration and value creation in the alliance company. A questionnaire was constructed and distributed to 109 companies that had some form strategic alliance with their suppliers and/or customers. The data collected were tested using analysis of variance and correlation analysis.FindingsThe culture type of the alliance company has a significant effect on the degree of integration and value creation. The degree of integration has a significant relationship with value creation. Specifically, the following have been found: ad hocracy culture favors a higher level of communication and commitment with the suppliers; hierarchy culture favors a higher level of commitment with suppliers and helps build a higher level of trust with customers and suppliers; and clan and ad hocracy cultures help in achieving a higher degree of value creation.Originality/valueIdentifying the link between the culture and strategic alliances in a supply chain can help decision makers choose the right kind of alliance partners and decide appropriate strategies that need to be adopted to form and maintain alliances.
Role of experiments in the accurate numerical simulation of thermal processes
Authors: Jaluria Yogesh 
Published: July 2010

PurposeExperimental results play a crucial role in the validation of mathematical and numerical models for a variety of basic and applied thermal transport problems. The purpose of this paper is to focus on the role played by experimentation in an accurate numerical simulation of thermal processes and systems.Design/methodology/approachThe paper takes the form of a numerical simulation combined with experimentation. The paper presents various circumstances where the numerical simulation may be efficiently combined with experimentation, and indeed driven by experimental data, to obtain accurate, valid and realistic numerical predictions.FindingsThe paper demonstrates validation and accuracy of numerical simulation.Originality/valueThis paper is an important first step in combining experiments and simulation for complex thermal systems.
Finite element approximation of turbulent thermally coupled incompressible flows with numerical sub‐grid scale modelling
Authors: Codina Ramon , Principe Javier , Ávila Matías 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to describe a variational multiscale finite element approximation for the incompressible Navier‐Stokes equations using the Boussinesq approximation to model thermal coupling.Design/methodology/approachThe main feature of the formulation, in contrast to other stabilized methods, is that the subscales are considered as transient and orthogonal to the finite element space. These subscales are solution of a differential equation in time that needs to be integrated. Likewise, the effect of the subscales is kept, both in the nonlinear convective terms of the momentum and temperature equations and, if required, in the thermal coupling term of the momentum equation.FindingsThis strategy allows the approaching of the problem of dealing with thermal turbulence from a strictly numerical point of view and discussion important issues, such as the relationship between the turbulent mechanical dissipation and the turbulent thermal dissipation.Originality/valueThe treatment of thermal turbulence from a strictly numerical point of view is the main originality of the work.
Multi‐scale computational modelling of flow and heat transfer
Authors: Drikakis Dimitris , Asproulis Nikolaos 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present different approaches for applying macroscopic boundary conditions in hybrid multiscale modelling.Design/methodology/approachMolecular dynamics (MD) was employed for the microscopic simulations. The continuum boundary conditions were applied either through rescaling of atomistic velocities or resampling based on velocity distribution functions.FindingsThe methods have been tested for various fluid flows with heat transfer scenarios. The selection of the most suitable method is not a trivial task and depends on a number of factors such as accuracy requirements and availability of computational resource.Originality/valueThe applicability of the methods has been assessed for liquid and gas flows. Specific parameters that affect their accuracy and efficiency have been identified. The effects of these parameters on the accuracy and efficiency of the simulations are investigated. The study provides knowledge regarding the development and application of boundary conditions in multiscale computational frameworks.
Snapshots in time: using real‐time evaluations in humanitarian emergencies
Authors: Walden V.M. , Scott I. , Lakeman J. 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe paper's aim is to assess the usefulness of the real time evaluation methodology in rapid‐onset humanitarian emergencies and to document recurring constraints and lessons learned.Design/methodology/approachA small online survey was carried out among evaluation interviewees and a desk study was commissioned to extrapolate good practice and learning points from nine evaluations carried out by one international organisation over the past three years.FindingsGiven the changing nature of the environment in which agencies work during rapid onset humanitarian emergencies, impact evaluations are often carried out too late for important programme changes to be made. The real time evaluation methodology has proved to be a reliable and useful tool for process evaluation during rapid‐onset emergencies. However, it is clear, if it does not take place within the first two months the chances of programmatic changes being made are minimal. There is still the issue of organisational learning and ensuring that lessons learned from one response are taken forward in future programmes. Although there are several risks associated with the methodology, these are outweighed by the advantages, both immediate and longer‐term.Practical implicationsThe findings from these studies has been of value to the organisation but they are also of interest to the wider humanitarian sector struggling with the practicalities of process evaluations in a challenging environment.Originality/valueAlthough there are several publications about real time evaluation methodology, this paper is one of the first attempts by a non‐UN organisation to critically review evaluation reports and to document the staff opinions.
Invasive alien species dispersal: the millennium biodiversity disaster
Authors: Praseeda Sanu.V  , Newport Jeyanth K. 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe purpose of the paper is to analyze the different modes of species dispersal and the various types of alien species dispersed in the Indian peninsular region and its impact on the eco system and livelihoods.Design/methodology/approachThe paper portrays the various identified alien species, the scale of invasion thereby resulting in biological disaster caused by mankind.FindingsThe paper lists the invasive alien species (IAS) are those that are transmitted from their own ecological niche and to a new niche due to human influence, which causes the biodiversity disaster. International boundaries are indeed porous to the intentional and unintentional movement of species from various eco systems in the country.Originality/valueIt is felt that few initiatives are being taken by International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and governance of eco system from IAS is a necessity. Sustainable eco system governance (SESG) from invasive alien species should be emphasized to avoid biodiversity disasters that will have an impact on food security and nutrition of human beings.
Impact and adaptation to flood
Authors: Chanda Shimi Annya , Ara Parvin Gulsan , Biswas Chaitee , Shaw Rajib 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThis paper intends to examine the impacts of flood on water supply and sanitation condition along with flood induced health problems in a rural community of Bangladesh. It also aims to explore a rural community's adaptation approaches to flood.Design/methodology/approachThis research relied on intensive field investigation where 120 households from different villages were selected randomly for questionnaire survey. Sampling was taken from different villages which were the most badly flood affected areas during all previous floods of Bangladesh. Field investigation was conducted in January 2007.FindingsFlood is a common feature of the study area. Water supply and sanitation condition become severely disrupted during flood when it embraces various water borne diseases. During every flood about two‐thirds of the tube‐wells and all toilets become unusable. As an adaptation approach tube‐wells have been either placed on an elevated base or raised with an extra pipe. But owing to using hanging latrines or a boat and defecating directly into water bodies most people pollute those water bodies. Although majority of the people suffer from different water borne diseases no remarkable adaptation approach is followed. Few people store any emergency medicine before a flood and sometimes take treatment from local rural doctors.Practical implicationsBy highlighting the nature and extent of impacts of flood on water supply, sanitation and health condition along with the adaptation this study urges the need for special attention and improvement of these sectors of rural Bangladesh under flood management programs of government and non‐government organizations.Originality/valueThis paper facilitates the understanding of the impact of floods on water supply, sanitation and health condition of rural people, which are not well addressed. At the same time its helps to learn lessons from their adaptation to flood.
Cleanup after Katrina: an analysis on policy, process, priorities, problems, and politics
Authors: Lin Moe Tun 
Published: July 2010

PurposeFollowing a natural disaster the cleanup process usually takes place before reconstruction or rebuild can actually be implemented. Effectiveness of cleanup process determines the possible level of speed for implementing rebuild and reconstruction process. This paper aims to focus on providing guidelines to help plan for future natural disaster management.Design/methodology/approachThis study analyses a cleanup process after Hurricane Katrina in terms of governing policy, implementing process, problems associated with process, priorities for cleanup, and politics.FindingsThe study finds policies governing the cleanup process, problems associated with the cleanup process, priorities areas in the cleanup work and politics of the disasters.Research limitations/implicationsThe research focuses only on three states where Hurricane Katrina hit, namely Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.Practical implicationsThis paper explains policies governing the cleanup, the process, the prioritized work areas, associated problems, and politics of disasters. The analyses of the study provide lessons which can be learned. They also provide grounds on which guidelines for effectively managing the cleanup process for future similar events can be generated and set.Originality/valueThis paper provides guidelines on the process and politics of cleanup, which can be applied to future comprehensive plans for cleanup process.
“The ripples changed our lives”: health in post‐tsunami Thailand
Authors: Moniruzzaman Monir 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe December 2004 tsunami was one of the largest natural disasters in the recent history of Southeast Asia. This paper aims to unfold the experiences of tsunami victims in a highly affected region of Thailand and to examine their post‐tsunami health.Design/methodology/approachEthnographic fieldwork was carried out in Khao Lak and Thi Muang, two major tsunami affected towns in southern Thailand in May 2007. Detailed informal interviews and participant observation were employed to obtain narratives of tsunami victims.FindingsThe research reveals that the health of the tsunami survivors has deteriorated, and that they are still experiencing psychological suffering two and a half years after the tsunami.Research limitations/implicationsThe long‐term health condition and care should be prioritized in post‐disaster management.Originality/valueThis paper argues that inner healing, which is not usually considered a priority in the development discourse, is essential to relieve the mental pain of tsunami survivors and to aid their post‐disaster recovery. It highlights that culturally pertinent inner healing is invaluable.
Acknowledging educational perspectives on health promoting schools
Authors: Keshavarz Mohammadi Nastaran , Rowling Louise , Nutbeam Don 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to explore educational perspectives towards the concept of health promoting schools and its potential benefits for schools in more depth.Design/methodology/approachThis paper presents the results of a qualitative study based on interviews with school staff including principals, and teachers with responsibility for health promotion from 18 primary schools in Sydney, Australia, examining their understanding of the health promoting schools concept, and their perceptions of its advantages for schools.FindingsThe study documents the variety of school staff perceptions. Further examination of the data led to the emergence of four broad categories to accommodate diverse perceptions on health promoting schools. The findings point to several challenges that need to be addressed by advocates of the health promoting schools concept, most notably developing a shared understanding between health and education sectors of the practical elements and potential benefits.Practical implicationsSustaining school health interventions, including health promoting schools programs and maintaining their positive outcomes, is likely to be more achievable in circumstances where schools can identify benefits that fit with their core business of education, and their local needs and priorities.Originality/valueThis study adds depth to the understanding of the diversity in educational perspectives regarding the meaning and benefits of health promoting schools. This study also revealed an understanding among school leaders that there is scope for realizing both health and educational outcomes from school health promotion programs.
Context matters in programme implementation
Authors: Clarke Aleisha M. , O'Sullivan Maeve , Barry Margaret M. 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThis paper seeks to report on the evaluation of Zippy's Friends, an international emotional wellbeing programme, for primary school children in disadvantaged schools in Ireland. The paper aims to present case studies of the profile and ethos of two specific schools participating in the programme, their links with the local community, the degree of parental involvement and the factors that influence programme implementation in the local context.Design/methodology/approachWithin the framework of the overall evaluation study, which employs a randomised controlled design, two schools self‐selected to participate in case studies. Employing interviews and group discussions, the case study method was used to explore the views of teachers, pupils, parents and key informants from the wider community on the delivery of the programme within the context of a whole school approach.FindingsThe findings from two contrasting schools are presented, a large urban school with a multi‐cultural profile in an area of multiple disadvantage, and a smaller, almost monocultural, rural school on the border region with Northern Ireland. The findings reveal largely positive attitudes on the benefits of the programme and support for a whole school approach. The data indicate contrasting levels of parental involvement in the two schools and highlight the importance of socio‐ economic and cultural influences in the local communities and the challenges these present for effective implementation.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper explores the specific contextual factors in two schools and may, therefore, lack generalisability. However, this effort to focus on the specific local context is useful within the framework of the overall randomised control trial evaluation study.Practical implicationsThe reality of implementing an emotional wellbeing programme in disadvantaged school settings and effectively engaging teachers, parents and the wider community, is explored through the use of case study methods.Originality/valueThe paper explores the real‐life context of two schools participating in the Zippy's Friends programme and provides an insight into the contextual factors impacting on programme implementation in disadvantaged school settings.
Conceptualising teachers' professional learning with Web 2.0
Authors: Burden Kevin John 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThis paper seeks to identify and develop an exploratory framework for conceptualising how teachers might use the affordances of Web 2.0 technologies to support their own professional learning.Design/methodology/approachThe paper draws on a large corpus of literature and recent research evidence to identify the principal elements and features of professional learning and the underlying affordances of Web 2.0 technologies and applications. It generates an exploratory conceptual framework based on the emerging findings from this review using a socio‐cultural theoretical perspective. The framework is explored through three individual illustrations which are drawn from a much larger case study which the author is undertaking within a newly established Academy in the North of England.FindingsThe findings indicate that there is potential value in exploring professional learning with Web 2.0 technologies in the ways described. The framework offers an exploratory instrument to examine how professional learning for teachers could be supported with Web 2.0 technologies in ways that might have significant benefits over traditional methods of continuing professional development (CPD).Originality/valueThe potential value and affordances of Web 2.0 technologies for teachers' professional learning are largely unexplored and under‐theorised, and this work seeks to establish a framework for further discussion and empirical exploration.
Tutoring the elderly on the use of recommending systems
Authors: Savvopoulos Anastasios , Virvou Maria 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe elderly are often unfamiliar with computer technology and can encounter great difficulties. Moreover, the terms used in such systems may prove to be a challenge for these users. The aim of this research is to tutor the elderly on using an adaptive e‐shop system in order to buy products easily.Design/methodology/approachIn view of the above, the paper creates an intelligent tutoring component for the elderly. It incorporated this component into an e‐shop application for interactive TV in order to evaluate it. The component created is both medium‐ and domain‐independent.FindingsThe independent tutoring component that provided combined product recommendations and adaptive help actions had a positive influence on the elderly and created a friendlier shopping environment for them.Originality/valueThe research proposes a novel component for the elderly that uniquely combines product recommendations and adaptive help reactions. This component can be used in a large variety of recommendation applications as it is medium‐ and domain‐independent.
Tort liability, the First Amendment, equal access, and commercialization of electronic networks
Authors: Perritt Henry H. 
Published: July 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the USA's movement to a digital network infrastructure which may be threatened by the unavailability of high‐speed network channels to some sources of information.Design/methodology/approachOne reason for unavailability is fear by network intermediaries that they face legal liability for carrying harmful messages. Yet changing the law to require network intermediaries to provide equal access to their services raises First Amendment questions.FindingsA mechanism should be established for providers of network services to inform potential customers of the terms on which they handle traffic. An electronic forum for notices of access policy would be one way to implement this recommendation.Originality/valueUncertainty about equal access, tort liability and First Amendment privileges adversely affects commercialization of the Internet. Commercialization must begin with acceptance of three goals for digital electronic network policy: encouraging a diversity of information products, preventing suppliers of information content from being foreclosed from access to markets, and allowing persons suffering legal injury, because of information content, to obtain compensation based on fault.