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An empirical study comparing Guatemalan and United States logistics strategies
Authors: McGinnis Michael A. , Spillan John E. , Virzi Nicholas 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThis manuscript aims to empirically examine logistics strategy in Guatemalan firms and compare the findings to recent research into logistics strategy research of USA firms.Design/methodology/approachData on logistics strategies and logistics outcomes were gathered from Guatemalan logistics managers and then compared with empirical data gathered from US logistics managers.FindingsWhile the fundamentals of logistics strategy in Guatemala were similar to those of USA firms, it was found that Guatemalan logistics managers place somewhat less importance on process strategy but greater importance on market strategy and information strategy to achieve logistics coordination effectiveness, customer service commitment, and organization competitive responsiveness. Possible reasons for these differences include culture and size of the economy.Practical implicationsThe results suggest that logistics strategies in different countries may be affected by differences in culture, the size of an economy, and possibly other considerations.Originality/valueThese findings should be considered as a point of departure for those conducting research into cross‐cultural logistics and supply chain management strategies.
Supply chain innovation diffusion: going beyond adoption
Authors: Hazen Benjamin T. , Overstreet Robert E. , Cegielski Casey G. 
Published: May 2012

PurposeA comprehensive evaluation of the constructs that contribute to the incorporation of a supply chain innovation into an organization is markedly absent in the literature. Even in academic fields where the post‐adoption diffusion stages of acceptance, routinization, and assimilation are often investigated, no study integrates these constructs and their constituent dimensions into a unified framework. In addition, these post‐adoption activities are largely ignored in the supply chain innovation literature. This paper aims to integrate extant literature regarding acceptance, routinization, and assimilation for the purpose of clarifying the definitions and identifying the dimensions of each construct to provide guidance to scholars who are investigating innovation diffusion in the supply chain.Design/methodology/approachThrough the lens of diffusion of innovation theory, a broad base of literature both within and beyond the scope of traditional supply chain management (SCM) journals is considered to develop a unified framework of post‐adoption activities.FindingsThis research effort provides an in‐depth analysis of the post‐adoption stages of the organizational diffusion process and suggests 17 activities that support diffusion. Relationships between and within these stages of the process are inferred to create a unified framework of post‐adoption activities.Research limitations/implicationsThe resultant framework provides a reference point for future research. Although providing motivation for this study, this research is limited by the fact that few studies in the SCM literature consider organizational diffusion beyond adoption. The proposed framework is contingent on generalizing literature from related academic disciplines. Future SCM research can validate these findings and further tailor the framework to be more specific to supply chain applications.Practical implicationsThis article provides insight for supply chain professionals who seek to not just adopt, but also to fully embed a newly acquired innovation into their organization. Managers can use this article's resulting framework as a reference to determine what actions they should take to fully incorporate an innovation.Originality/valueAlthough recognized as an important area of investigation in other literature streams, post‐adoption activities are almost entirely overlooked in SCM research. This study provides both the motivation and a starting point for scholars to consider such activities.
Improving safety, quality and efficiency through the management of emerging processes
Authors: Bonometti Patrizia 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe aim of this contribution is to describe a new complexity‐science‐based approach for improving safety, quality and efficiency and the way it was implemented by TenarisDalmine.Design/methodology/approachThis methodology is called “a safety‐building community”. It consists of a safety‐behaviour social self‐construction process management method that makes it possible to significantly reduce the frequency and severity of on‐the‐job accidents and meet the company's commitment to safety.FindingsThis new approach to spontaneous‐organisation management has generated remarkable effects. Improved spontaneous organisation promises to boost production quality and efficiency, two aspects which had fallen into a major slump when spontaneous organisation was not working properly.Originality/valueThe paper examines through TenarisDalmine's experience a method that enabled the company to go beyond traditional behavioural approaches and increase the workers' commitment to safety, sharing the common zero‐accident goal.
Designing a strategic plan through an emerging knowledge generation process
Authors: Zanotti Francesco 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe aim of this contribution is to describe a new methodology for designing strategic plans and how it was implemented by ATM, a public transportation agency based in Milan, Italy.Design/methodology/approachThis methodology is founded on a new system theory, called “quantum systemics”. It is based on models and metaphors both of quantum mechanics and quantum field theory. It provides a real conceptual guide to creating profoundly participative strategic plans which are self‐implementing. In synthesis this methodology is a new operational model for “strategy government”.FindingsThe output of this experience has been the validation of the methodology: the strategic plans have been self‐implemented and planned objectives have been reached. As by‐product, taking part in this process enabled all the fundamental communicative and relational skills to be developed.Originality/valueThe originality consists in the “foundation” of methodology (quantum physics). The value consists in the process which generates very participative and, because of that, self‐implementing strategic plans.
Knowledge, management, and learning when the context of the organization is planetary
Authors: Collen Arne 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this article is to expound the view that knowledge of a special kind, which the author terms open knowledge, has a central place in the conduct of human activities at the global level.Design/methodology/approachThe author advances the concept of open knowledge in a global context by examining key constructs in the field, such as knowledge, management, learning and complexification, considering some consequences and implications, and applying his personal experience, interpretations, and insights.FindingsThe paper finds that this particular kind of knowledge, open knowledge, is becoming increasingly important due to operational complexities associated with global outreach. Appearance of and application of open knowledge brings consequential modifications of familiar and established local‐regional managerial practices.Originality/valueThe author expounds the concept of open knowledge which is “knowledge proven useful regardless of field of study and discipline to know how best and effectively to manage global processes of human activity defining global organizations”.
Wine label design and personality preferences of millennials
Authors: Elliot Statia , Barth J.E. (Joe) 
Published: May 2012

PurposeTo better understand the unique preferences of the newest segment of wine consumers, the purpose of this paper is to explore the design and brand personality of wine labels, and their appeal to the millennial market.Design/methodology/approachThe study methodology comprised two components: an experimental design of wine label creations by millennial students of a university beverage management course; and a survey of over 400 millennial consumers to assess wine label design and brand personality preferences.FindingsWine labels created by millennials tend to be very non‐traditional in terms of the image selected, name of wine, color choice and overall label design. New wine consumers in the 19 to 22 year‐old category are much more likely to select wine based on package features, such as name and image, than based on product features, such as producer and country‐of‐origin. Spirited, up‐to‐date brand personalities appeal to this generation.Originality/valueThe millennial market is a large, important segment new to wine consumption. The experimental creation of wine label designs by millennials themselves provides a unique insight in terms of the new, and somewhat hedonistic, images that appeal specifically to this growing market.
Consumer processing of bundled prices: when do discounts matter?
Authors: Harris Judy , Blair Edward A. 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine how factors that affect the processing of bundled price information moderate consumer response to a price discount on the bundle. Literature on categorical vs piecemeal processing of information predicts that consumers will be inclined to process a bundled price categorically unless circumstances encourage a piecemeal processing approach. Marketing relevant variables that foster piecemeal processing should result in stronger effects for discount size on bundle choice.Design/methodology/approachThis paper reports two experiments that demonstrate that the effect of discount size on bundle choice is moderated by increased salience of price information and lower familiarity with the purchase situation, both of which increase item price processing.FindingsWhen the presentation format encouraged item price processing with more salient item prices or a less familiar purchase situation, a discount on the bundle significantly increased the likelihood of bundle choice. When circumstances did not encourage item price processing, discounts on the bundle relative to the item prices had little effect on choice.Research limitations/implicationsAdditional research is recommended to test boundary conditions, the effects of additional presentational/situational factors and explicit consumer welfare implications.Practical implicationsResults indicate that a price discount on a bundle is only effective/necessary when the purchase situation motivates and enables consumers to engage in piecemeal processing of item price information. When large price discounts are offered on the bundle, marketers should create a situation that encourages item price processing, in order to maximize the effect.Originality/valueThis paper adds to a relatively new perspective in the bundling literature which has not fully examined if and when consumers process item price information. It is found that responsiveness to price discounts is enhanced by managerially relevant variables that increase the likelihood of item price processing.
An 11 GHz low‐phase‐noise voltage‐controlled oscillator
Authors: Yeh Mei‐Ling , Lin Yao‐Chian , Chang Wei‐Chieh 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to design a low phase noise and high figure of merit, fully integrated, voltage‐controlled oscillator (VCO) which was fabricated in TSMC CMOS 0.18‐μm 1P6M process.Design/methodology/approachA differential PMOS cross‐coupled architecture VCO with the capacitive feedback technology was designed to increase the linearity of frequency tuning range and decrease the phase noise. Varactor determining the performance of tuning range is also a key component in the design of VCO. The authors adopt the accumulation‐mode MOS varactor. The output spectrum and the phase noise are measured by E5052A spectrum analyzer.FindingsThe VCO is successfully fabricated in TSMC RF CMOS 0.18um 1P6M process. The measured tuning range is from 10.875 GHz ∼ 11.1 GHz with control voltage from 0 to 1.5 V. The measured phase noise is as low as −120.42 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz offset and the high FOM is −189.5 dBc/Hz. The output spectrum is −10.51dBm with center oscillator frequency of 10.942 GHz. The core circuit without buffer consumes power of 15 mW from a 1.8 V supply voltage.Originality/valueThis paper shows a fully integrated CMOS LCVCO architecture using capacitive feedback technology with low phase noise and high figure of merit for OC‐192 SONET applications.
The bulk alloy microstructure and tensile properties of Sn‐1Ag‐0.5Cu‐xAl lead‐free solder alloys (x=0, 1, 1.5 and 2 wt.%)
Authors: Abdul‐Ameer Shnawah Dhafer , Faizul Mohd Sabri Mohd , Anjum Badruddin Irfan , Xing Che Fa 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the effect of Al addition on the bulk alloy microstructure and tensile properties of the low Ag‐content Sn‐1Ag‐0.5Cu (SAC105) solder alloy.Design/methodology/approachThe Sn‐1Ag‐0.5Cu‐xAl (x=0, 1, 1.5 and 2 wt.%) bulk solder specimens with flat dog‐bone shape were used for tensile testing in this work. The specimens were prepared by melting purity ingots of Sn, Ag, Cu and Al in an induction furnace. Subsequently, the molten alloys were poured into pre‐heated stainless steel molds, and the molds were naturally air‐cooled to room temperature. Finally, the molds were disassembled, and the dog‐bone samples were removed. The solder specimens were subjected to tensile testing on an INSTRON tester with loading rate 10−3 s−1. The microstructural analysis was carried out using scanning electron microscopy/Energy dispersive X‐ray spectroscopy. Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) analysis was used to identify the IMC phases. To obtain the microstructure, the solder samples were prepared by dicing, molding, grinding and polishing processes.FindingsThe addition of Al to the SAC105 solder alloy suppresses the formation of Ag3Sn and Cu6Sn5 IMC particles and leads to the formation of larger Al‐rich and Al‐Cu IMC particles and a large amount of fine Al‐Ag IMC particles. The addition of Al also leads to refining of the primary β‐Sn grains. The addition of Al results in a significant increase on the elastic modulus and yield strength. On the other hand, the addition of Al drastically deteriorates the total elongation.Originality/valueThe addition of Al to the low Ag‐content SAC105 solder alloy has been discussed for the first time. This work provides a starting‐point to study the effect of Al addition on the drop impact and thermal cycling reliability of the SAC105 alloy.
Liquidity risk and performance of banking system
Authors: Arif Ahmed , Nauman Anees Ahmed 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine liquidity risk in Pakistani banks and evaluate the effect on banks' profitability.Design/methodology/approachData are retrieved from the balance sheets, income statements and notes of 22 Pakistani banks during 2004‐2009. Multiple regressions are applied to assess the impact of liquidity risk on banks' profitability.FindingsThe results of multiple regressions show that liquidity risk affects bank profitability significantly, with liquidity gap and non‐performing as the two factors exacerbating the liquidity risk. They have a negative relationship with profitability.Research limitations/implicationsThe period studied in this paper is 2004‐2009, due to availability of the data. However, the sample period does not impair the findings since the sample includes 22 banks, which constitute the main part of the Pakistani banking system. Moreover, only profitability is used as the measure of performance. Economic factors contributing to liquidity risk are not covered in this paper.Originality/valueThis is the first paper addressing the liquidity risk faced by the Pakistani banking system. Past researchers and practitioners have not given the proper attention to liquidity risk. This paper helps in understanding the factors of liquidity risk and their impact on the profitability of the banking system. The authors emphasise contemporary risk managers to mitigate liquidity risk by having sufficient cash resources. This will reduce the liquidity gap, thereby reducing the dependence on repo market.
Central clearing for credit default swaps
Authors: Cerulus Stan 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to answer a specific research question: How have EU and US regulators translated the idea of central clearing into law?Design/methodology/approachA meticulous legal research is carried out. First, the pre‐crisis regulatory regime for credit default swap (CDS) is reviewed, from a securities law angle as well as from a comparative Euro‐American perspective. Next, the regulatory processes leading to the adoption of the central clearing regulations are discussed. Thereafter, a material comparative analysis is made of the provisions related to central clearing in the EU and US regulatory initiatives. Finally, the paper is concluded with an evaluation of both legislations in the light of all previous analyses.FindingsThe research first shows that central clearing regulations rely on a series of presumptions, both concerning the gravity of counterparty risk threats and the necessity of central clearing. Additionally, the EU and US clearing regulations are similar with regard to the broad innovations they introduce, i.e. the mandatory central clearing of a variety of over‐the‐counter derivatives and counterparty risk management requirements for central clearing institutions and for non‐cleared swaps. However, the specific content of the provisions often differs. Furthermore, both legislations are limited to enouncing broad principles. This is also the case for the crucial provisions related to counterparty risk management. Therefore, these provisions in se do not guarantee the proper regulation of counterparty risk management practices. Consequently, much is to be expected from the implementing measures adopted by regulatory institutions.Originality/valueThe paper provides an overview of those provisions in the European and US regulations that specifically concern central clearing for CDS. It is one of the first papers which does this in a very well‐structured and clearly written manner. Also it is one of the first to provide a clear comparison between the provisions in the EU and the US regulations.
The route to employability
Authors: Hetty van Emmerik I.J. , Schreurs Bert , de Cuyper Nele , Jawahar I.M. , Peeters Maria C.W. 
Published: May 2012

PurposeDrawing from the job characteristics model and the job demands‐resources model, this study aims to examine the associations of resources (i.e. feedback, autonomy, and variety) with intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and employability.Design/methodology/approachHypotheses were tested using structural equation modeling on data from 611 employees of a Dutch municipality.FindingsConsistent with the hypotheses, the authors' results indicated that resources are related to both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and that the association between resources and employability was mediated by extrinsic motivation but not by intrinsic motivation.Research limitations/implicationsThe authors use a one‐dimensional measure of perceived employability and do not make a distinction between internal and external employability and other dimensions of employability. The authors feel that distinguishing between internal employability and external employability will contribute to understanding if internal and external opportunities relate differently to perceptions of employability with the same organization and with a different organization.Originality/valueJob resources are important for improvement of both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, but the route from job resources to employability is via extrinsic job opportunities and not via intrinsic job opportunities. That is, the perception of performance outcome goals by employees is important for the association between job resources and employability. The paper shows that, without denying the value of intrinsic motivation, it is important for management to emphasize the instrumental value of resources embedded in the job itself that have implications for employability and career advancement.
Commissioning emergency accommodation for children and young people who run away
Authors: Smeaton Emilie 
Published: May 2012

PurposeThis paper outlines best practice in the commissioning of emergency accommodation for children and young people who run away, identifying: levels of need; models of accommodation provision that have existed in the UK; approaches to funding; costs of emergency accommodation; the commissioning process; and service delivery issues.Design/methodology/approachThis paper is an expert opinion piece drawing upon a project commissioned by The Scottish Government based on extensive research including a review of the pre‐existing evidence base and new data.FindingsFixed refuge has been the most common form of emergency accommodation for young runaways in the UK and provides positive outcomes for young runaways relating to improved general well‐being, mental health and schooling. The costs of refuge can compare favourably to alternative specialised accommodation and support and prevent other costs relating to future episodes of running away, future offending, substance misuse and youth homelessness.Practical implicationsEvidence‐based learning has identified best practice in the commissioning of emergency accommodation related to a number of issues including: scoping activity; the commissioning process; costs; approaches to funding; effective future commissioning of emergency accommodation; why the third sector is best placed to deliver emergency accommodation; and ensuring key elements of service delivery are included to meet children and young people's need and achieve positive outcomes.Originality/valueThe commissioning of emergency accommodation for young runaways has received little attention in research; this paper goes some way to rectifying this omission alongside providing evidence‐based learning for commissioners and service delivery organisations.