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Auditors in the digital age: a systematic literature review
Authors: Leocádio Diogo , Malheiro Luís , Reis João Carlos Gonçalves dos 
Published: June 2024

PurposeThis study examines the dynamics of innovative auditing practices in the digital age, with a specific focus on auditor competencies. Within this scope, we highlight the necessity of redefining auditing practices and the essential adaptation required from auditors. The primary objective is to understand comprehensively how auditor competencies can be strengthened to meet the challenges posed by innovative audit practices.Design/methodology/approachA Systematic Literature Review (SLR) was conducted to explore this theme, ensuring rigor and credibility in the outcomes. The results emphasize the importance of auditors strengthening professional competencies, embracing technological agility, and promoting ongoing professional development initiatives.FindingsThe triadic framework comprising—Auditor, Auditing Practices, and Digital Audits— forms the basis for innovative audit practices. This manuscript further discusses the transition of advanced technologies, laying the groundwork for the evolution of auditing practices. Through a systematic assessment of the literature, this study develops a framework for innovative, ethically driven, and effective auditing practices, ensuring the occupation's relevance and value. Future investigations should focus on the ethical implications of automation in auditing practices and develop innovative frameworks tailored to diverse organizational contexts.Originality/valueThe study addresses a contemporary issue by examining the evolving nature of auditing practices considering digital transformation. Practical implications highlight the enhancement of auditor roles in digital transformation, covering ethics, technological adaptation, and continuous development to uphold the profession's integrity. This focus acknowledges the changing dynamics of business and the growing role of technology in auditing processes.
A theoretical framework for platform-to-platform cooperation: a multi-case study from China
Authors: Liu Weihua , He Yang , Liang Yanjie , Lim Ming Kim 
Published: June 2024

PurposeThis study explores the factors that influence platform-to-platform cooperation (PPC) and designs a theoretical framework for platform research.Design/methodology/approachThis multi-case study includes a combination of exploratory and explanatory case studies.FindingsFrom the internal factor perspective, channel integration capability, technology-based order matching capability and service innovation capability positively affects the PPC. From the perspective of external factors, the impact of a new platform entry on the PPC depends on market power and complementarities between platforms in the supply and value chains. Diversity of demand also has a positive effect on the PPC, which is moderated by network externalities. It is worth noting that the incumbent platform prefers to diversify its services for collaborating platforms with a higher level of cooperation. In addition, the higher diversity of demand, the stronger the service innovation capability, which indirectly impacts cooperation positively.Originality/valueThe PPC has gained immense popularity in recent years. However, no scholars have investigated the factors influencing the PPC decisions, which warrants further exploration. This study sheds light on the factors and mechanisms that influence the PPC from both internal and external perspectives.
How to foster exploratory and exploitative innovation: investigating the effects of inclusive leadership, knowledge sharing and environmental uncertainty
Authors: Le Phong Ba , Tran Dat Tho , Tran Lan Huong , Tran Huong Thi Lan 
Published: June 2024

PurposeGiven the importance of identifying the antecedents of innovation for firms to follow and achieve it, the purpose of this paper is to investigate the effect of inclusive leadership (IL) and knowledge sharing (KS) on ambidextrous innovation capabilities, namely exploratory and exploitative innovation. It also explores the possible moderating role of environmental uncertainty in the relationship between KS and ambidextrous innovation.Design/methodology/approachThis study used structural equation modeling (SEM) to examine the relationship among latent factors in the proposed research model based on the data gathered from 118 manufacturing and service firms.FindingsThe empirical findings support the significant and positive impact of IL on exploratory and exploitative innovation through the mediating role of KS. It highlights the moderating mechanism of environmental uncertainty in fostering the relationship between KS and ambidextrous innovation.Research limitations/implicationsTo gain a deeper understanding of the benefits and important role of knowledge resources, future research should investigate the potential role of IL practices in creating a KS culture for promoting specific forms of innovation such as open innovation or frugal innovation.Practical implicationsThe paper provides a valuable understanding and novel approach for managers and directors of firms in developing and emerging countries to improve ambidextrous innovation by practicing IL for fostering KS in organizations.Originality/valueThe paper is unique in its attempts to bridge the research gaps in the literature and provide deeper insights on the mediating role of KS and the moderating effect of environmental uncertainty in pursuing both exploratory and exploitative innovation.
Unveiling the impact: A mixed-method inquiry into the impact of leadership development programs
Authors: Shams Keyhan , Dailey Stephanie , Steffensmeier Timothy 
Published: June 2024

PurposePrior research and theory have shown that transformational leadership can be developed through leader development programs (LDPs). To explain how this happens, research suggests a strong connection between an individual’s leader self-concept and their leadership behavior that can be manipulated through LDPs. The purpose of this article is to delve deeper into this phenomenon to understand how development occurs and to better understand how an LDP can improve leadership behaviors by influencing one’s self-concept and ultimately reduce the training transfer gap. As a broader goal, this article contributes to the existing literature on the value proposition of investing in LDPs.Design/methodology/approachWe conducted an explanatory sequential design mixed-methods study to measure the development of participants and the impact of the program. The quantitative phase of the study used self-report surveys to measure the LDP’s impact on participants’ transformational leader behavior (TLB) and concept of themselves regarding leadership, their leader self-views (LSVs). The study also measured the relationship between LSVs and later enactment of leadership behaviors as the second hypothesis. The subsequent qualitative study was designed to understand the mechanisms that might explain the quantitative results.FindingsThe study’s empirical findings indicate a positive relationship between LSVs (efficacy, self-awareness and identity) and distal leader development outcomes (TBLs). The study’s findings also provide support for the claim that LDPs convert knowledge and skills into TLB, expanding an individual’s capacity to be effective in leadership roles and processes (Day & Dragoni, 2015). Qualitative results also show LDPs improve leader behavior by influencing their self-efficacy via providing tools and knowledge as well as building experimental mindset.Originality/valueBy showing LDPs' long term impacts, this paper demonstrates why short-term leadership development programs are worth investing.
Assessing the entrepreneurial business performance from a dynamic capability and TOE framework: moderating role of crowdfunding support
Authors: Singh Bindu , Srivastava Shefali , Chaudhuri Ranjan , Chatterjee Sheshadri , Vrontis Demetris 
Published: June 2024

PurposeThis study aims at assessing entrepreneurial business performance (EBP) from dynamic capability (DC) and technology-organization-environment (TOE) framework perspectives, taking support from crowdfunding.Design/methodology/approachWith the inputs from the literature, supported by TOE framework and the dynamic capability view (DCV), a model has been proposed. This model has been tested by the factor-based partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) technique through a survey and quantifying the responses of 406 respondents on a five-point Likert scale has been used.FindingsThe study has found that crowdfunding support (CFS) has an effective influence on the improvement of EBP. Also, the DC supports to improve the EBP. Environmental dynamism (END) has also a critical role in impacting business performance.Research limitations/implicationsCrowdfunding involves investors who have a similar interest in the business, close friends, family members, venture capitalists, investment groups, etc. Thus, the proposed model can be used by these stakeholders for investment purposes as well as for improving EBP. This study is a cross sectional research work which has limitations. Moreover, the sample size of this project is limited and did not include global respondents, Thus, the findings of this study cannot be generalizable which is another limitation of this study.Practical implicationsCrowdfunding involves investors who have a similar interest in the business, such as close friends, family members, venture capitalists, investment groups, etc. Thus, the proposed model can be used by these stakeholders for investment purposes as well as for improving EBP. The study can help policymakers understand the importance of crowdfunding in promoting entrepreneurship activities in a region, which helps in the economic development of that region.Originality/valueThis research work enriches the extant literature in the fields of crowdfunding and investment, DC and entrepreneurship. Not many studies have dealt with the issues of CFS for the improvement of EBP. Hence, this study may be considered novel. Moreover, the proposed research framework related to crowdfunding possesses a high predictive power. This makes the study unique.
Pathway for a circular economy: facilitating circularity using the ADKAR model for waste management
Authors: Nagamalini T. , Wesley J. Reeves 
Published: June 2024

PurposeThe paper focusses on various ways of global circular economies’ resource optimisation. The paper examines corporations’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in bringing circularity. This paper identifies research gaps in waste management in linear economies such as India. It concludes with a proposition for waste management advocating the ADKAR model framework of change.Design/methodology/approachThis paper reviews the academic repositories and reports to find answers to the circularity gaps. Databases such as Emerald, Web of Science and Springer were used to construct the theory. The author used keywords such as “circular economy”, “circular economy and SDG”, “circular economy and CSR”, and “circular economy and waste management” to locate the relevant literature to build the theory. Based on the theory, the waste management gap is identified and analysed.FindingsThe paper collates and examines the interdependency factors promoting circularity. An analysis of exemplary circular economies and corporations gives a pathway for linear economies. Finally, a framework is formulated for India’s transition from a linear to a circular economy using the best practices of different circular economies’ waste minimisation techniques. It summarises the findings of circular economies, formulating an ADKAR framework for waste management to aid circularity in India.Research limitations/implicationsThis research must be validated with the practical implications of an economy’s ecosystem. The economies’ binding policies and statutory regulations must be gauged through valid metrics for each circular economy, ultimately determining its efficacy in transitioning from linear to circular economy.Practical implicationsThe circularity in production and responsible consumption by all the stakeholders leads to sustainability. Embracing new sustainable practices, CSR initiatives will lead to circularity at the nano, micro, meso and macro levels for a populous economy such as India. The ADKAR model proposed can bring a positive change in India.Social implicationsThe United Nations’ sustainability goal 12 (Responsible consumption and production) focusses on resource optimisation. This paper proposes ways to involve stakeholders to minimise waste at the source through a multi-level approach.Originality/valueThis paper attempts to assess an economy’s sustainability by analysing its circularity gaps and highlighting the best practices of circular economies. It also outlines the framework for circularity through waste reduction and minimisation using the ADKAR model.
Retention of teachers in special education schools and special education classes: The importance of social support and psychological empowerment
Authors: Alon Raaya , Harel‐Gadassi Ayelet 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThe current study examined what makes special education teachers remain in the profession. We will examine this, uniquely, separately among teachers in special education schools versus special education classes in general education schools. Participants were 212 special education teachers in special education schools and 257 in special education classes. Teachers completed questionnaires on social support, psychological empowerment, job satisfaction and future occupational plans. Results revealed significant associations between social support, psychological empowerment, job satisfaction and teachers' future plans. In addition, teachers in special education classes experienced lower levels of perceived social support and psychological empowerment compared to those in special education schools. A non‐significant moderation effect was found for the association between social support, psychological empowerment and satisfaction, with the occupational plans of teachers in both contexts. These findings demonstrate the importance of providing support for and strengthening the sense of psychological empowerment of special education teachers, particularly those who teach in special education classes in general education schools.
The power of ‘research conversations’ in analysing and interpreting the views and perspectives of children identified with SEND
Authors: Benstead Helen , Graham Vicky , Jowett Vicki 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThe use of multi‐sensory data collection tools with children in special and inclusive education is increasing in popularity. Many studies in this area have highlighted the potential for photography, drawings and other visual data collection methods to capture children's perspectives on inclusive practice. However, these tools are likely to be less successful in generating accurate findings if the data arising from them are not effectively interpreted by the researcher. There is a need to highlight appropriate ways to involve child participants as collaborators throughout the research process, with the aim of better accessing the understandings contained in multi‐sensory data collected from children as participants. This paper presents and explores the findings from an empirical participatory study, piloting a multi‐sensory research approach involving children identified with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) in an English primary school. ‘Research conversations’ were found to be a highly appropriate way of ensuring that important multi‐perspective understandings contained in visual forms of data are better accessed by the researcher, highlighting the importance of involving child participants as collaborators in an iterative analysis process.
Exploring the agency of skilled refugees in the British labour market
Authors: Fernando Dulini 
Published: June 2024

AbstractDrawing on the analytical distinction between agency and social structure, I provide insights into four strategies used by skilled refugees to navigate labour market constraints: pre‐empting, to avoid present labour market constraints; circumventing present constraints, to realise future benefits; persisting in the search for skilled jobs via mobilising longstanding patterns of thought and action; and exercising voice to drive future system improvements that benefit similar others. It is striking how these strategies harmonised self‐interest and others' interests. I highlight the interplay between social structure and agency in labour market strategies to depict skilled refugees as reflexive agents of change. I highlight gender‐based nuances in skilled refugees' labour market moves and conclude by outlining the implications of my findings for HRM practice.
Acceptability of a virtual prostate cancer survivorship care model in rural Australia: A multi‐methods, single‐centre feasibility pilot
Authors: Heneka Nicole , Chambers Suzanne K. , Schaefer Isabelle , Carmont Kelly , Parcell Melinda , Wallis Shannon , Walker Stephen , Tuffaha Haitham , Steele Michael , Dunn Jeff 
Published: June 2024

AbstractDesignA multi‐methods, single‐centre pilot comprising a quasi‐experimental pre‐/post‐test design and an exploratory qualitative study.SettingA rural Australian hospital and health service.ParticipantsMen newly diagnosed with localised prostate cancer who were scheduled to undergo, or had undergone, radical or robotic prostatectomy surgery within the previous 3 months.InterventionThe intervention comprised a 12‐week virtual care program delivered via teleconference by a specialist nurse, using a pre‐existing connected care platform. The program was tailored to the post‐operative recovery journey targeting post‐operative care, psychoeducation, problem‐solving and goal setting.Main Outcome MeasuresPrimary outcome: program acceptability.Secondary outcomes: quality of life; prostate cancer‐related distress; insomnia severity; fatigue severity; measured at baseline (T1); immediately post‐intervention (T2); and 12 weeks post‐intervention (T3).ResultsSeventeen participants completed the program. The program intervention showed very high levels (≥4/5) of acceptability, appropriateness and feasibility. At T1, 47% (n = 8) of men reported clinically significant psychological distress, which had significantly decreased by T3 (p = 0.020). There was a significant improvement in urinary irritative/obstructive symptoms (p = 0.030) and a corresponding decrease in urinary function burden (p = 0.005) from T1 to T3.ConclusionsThis pilot has shown that a tailored nurse‐led virtual care program, incorporating post‐surgical follow‐up and integrated low‐intensity psychosocial care, is both acceptable to rural participants and feasible in terms of implementation and impact on patient outcomes.
Team values and team performance: A two‐study investigation
Authors: Parks‐Leduc Laura , Dustin Susan L. , Wang Gang , Parks Taylor W. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractDoes the configuration of personal values in teams matter to team performance? Drawing from research on team composition and personal values, we conduct two studies in an effort to answer this question. In Study 1, we develop a shorter and more reliable instrument to measure personal values, the Variable Length Values Inventory (VLVI), which is unique in that the overall length of the scale can be varied; the instrument can be as short as 26 items or as long as 60 items, depending on the research question(s) of interest. In Study 2, we utilize the VLVI to test the impact of team members' values (i.e., benevolence and achievement values) on team performance. Results from 48 teams demonstrated that team member benevolence values and achievement values were related to team performance. Additionally, the achievement values of the team leader impacted performance above and beyond the influence of other team members' values. Study 2 contributes to our understanding of team composition by examining the personal values of team members and the team leader.
The evaluation and analysis of irritable bowel syndrome‐related short videos on social media (TikTok)
Authors: Waidyaratne Gavisha , Daboul Judy , Liyanarachchi Sandya , Chakraborty Subhankar 
Published: June 2024

SummaryBackgroundTikTok is one of the fastest growing social media platforms. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has recently become a trending topic of interest among TikTok users.AimTo better understand the quality and accuracy of information presented in the most popular IBS‐relevant videos on TikTok.MethodsWe reviewed videos with the tag ‘IBS’. We excluded those not relevant to IBS or lasting <10 s or >10 min. Baseline characteristics about the videos were collected. Two independent reviewers assessed each video using DISCERN and Patient Education Materials and Assessment Tool (PEMAT) tools, two validated instruments to assess the quality of patient education materials.ResultsOf 100 videos, 33% were uploaded by participants with a defined medical background. The median DISCERN score of videos uploaded by participants with a medical background was 2.43 (2.00–3.10); from participants with a non‐medical background, it was 1.37 (1.23–1.70) (p < 0.01). The median PEMAT Understandability scores of videos uploaded by participants with or without a medical background were 92.86 (86.61–95.00) and 80.95 (75.76–89.58), respectively (p < 0.01). The median PEMAT Actionability scores of videos uploaded by participants with or without a medical background were 100.00 (66.67–100.00) and 0.00, respectively (0.00–45.83; p < 0.01).ConclusionVideos posted by medical professionals are easier to understand and to act on, and are more reliable and unbiased, and more likely to recommend shared decision making about treatment.
Paraoxonase‐2 agonist vutiglabridin promotes autophagy activation and mitochondrial function to alleviate non‐alcoholic steatohepatitis
Authors: Shin Gu‐Choul , Lee Hyeong Min , Kim Nayeon , Hur Jihyeon , Yoo Sang‐Ku , Park Yun Sun , Park Hyung Soon , Ryu Dongryeol , Park Min‐Ho , Park Jung Hee , Seo Sang‐Uk , Choi Leo Sungwong , Madsen Martin Rønn , Feigh Michael , Kim Kwang Pyo , Kim Kyun‐Hwan 
Published: June 2024

AbstractBackground and PurposeOnly limited therapeutic agents have been developed for non‐alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Glabridin, a promising anti‐obesity candidate, has only limited druggability due to its low in vivo chemical stability and bioavailability. Therefore, we developed vutiglabridin (VUTI), which is based on a glabridin backbone, and investigated its mechanism of action in treating NASH in animal models.Experimental ApproachAnti‐NASH effects of VUTI were determined in in vitro fatty liver models, spheroids of primary human hepatocytes and L02 normal liver cell lines. To identify VUTI possible cellular target/s, biotin‐labelled VUTI was synthesized and underwent chemical proteomic analysis. Further, the evaluation of VUTI therapeutic efficacy was carried out using an amylin‐NASH and high‐fat (HF) diet‐induced obese (DIO) mouse models. This was carried out using transcriptomic, lipidomic and proteomic analyses of the livers from the amylin‐NASH mouse model.Key ResultsVUTI treatment markedly reduces hepatic steatosis, fibrosis and inflammation by promoting lipid catabolism, activating autophagy and improving mitochondrial dysfunction, all of which are hallmarks of effective NASH treatment. The cellular target of VUTI was identified as paraoxonase 2 (PON2), a newly proposed protein target for the treatment of NASH, VUTI enhanced PON2 activity. The results using PON2 knockdown cells demonstrated that PON2 is important for VUTI‐ activation of autophagy, promoting mitochondrial function, decreasing oxidative stress and alleviating lipid accumulation under lipotoxic condition.Conclusion and ImplicationsOur data demonstrated that VUTI is a promising therapeutic for NASH. Targeting PON2 may be important for improving liver function in various immune‐metabolic diseases including NASH.