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A guidance algorithm for launch to equatorial orbit
Authors: Marrdonny Mahamadd , Mobed Mohammad 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to propose a new guidance algorithm for launching a satellite using an expendable rocket from an equatorial site to an equatorial low‐Earth orbit.Design/methodology/approachGuidance during endoatmospheric portion is based on a nominal trajectory computed prior to take‐off. A set of updating computations begins anew at the time instant tg of transition from endoatmosphere to exoatmosphere. The updating computations determine a guidance trajectory and an associated control law for the remainder of path by taking into account the rocket state at time tg. Thus, the overall guidance involves both initial and midcourse operations, and it has both open‐ and closed‐loop aspects.FindingsViability and performance in terms of speed, precision, and effectiveness of the proposed scheme is demonstrated through three‐dimensional simulations and comparisons to other methods.Originality/valueThe updating computations and the fashion in which they are incorporated into the entire guidance process constitute the novel features of the proposed algorithm.
The protection of galvanised steel using a chromate‐free organic inhibitor
Authors: Angelica Hernandez‐Alvarado Laura , Salvador Hernandez Luis , Miranda Juana Maria , Dominguez Octavio 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate corrosion protection provided by a water‐soluble corrosion inhibitor as a non‐toxic alternative to the chromate and phosphate conversion coatings on galvanised steel.Design/methodology/approachUntreated galvanised steel samples were assessed simultaneously with galvanised steel samples treated with the chromate‐free organic inhibitor, a conventional chromate conversion coating or a zinc phosphate modified with nickel, by means of immersion – weigh loss and electrochemical tests, using a naturally aerated 0.5 M NaCl aqueous solution as corrosive medium. In addition, selected superficial conditions of galvanised steel were submitted to a salt fog test. The electrochemical tests used were: open circuit corrosion potential logging, linear polarization, potentiodynamic polarization and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. Corrosion products formed on samples withdrawn from the solution at different intervals were characterized using X‐ray diffraction.FindingsAll tests gave concordant results, indicating that the chromate‐free inhibitor showed moderate protective properties in this electrolyte. Among the considered superficial conditions, the phosphate coating showed the most deficient performance. In all cases, it was observed that after moderately intense initial attack, the corrosion rate diminishes due to the formation and growth of insoluble corrosion product layers, which exhibit a passivating action.Research limitations/implicationsThe chromate‐free organic corrosion inhibitor protected galvanised steel in this environment but the degree of protection was less than that provided by the chromate conversion coating.Originality/valueThe paper presents an alternative to the toxic treatments with chromates, since the inhibitor works as an additional coating, sealing pores and other discontinuities found in the zinc coating.
Liberating Murphy's Law: learning from change
Authors: Yeo Roland K. 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThis paper seeks to examine learning groups as complex systems and to address three issues about learning in organizations: learning from change; factors affecting learning; and learning leading to growth and renewal.Design/methodology/approachA case study was conducted at a Singapore Engineering firm to explore its two‐year change intervention experiences. Data were gathered at two stages: laddering, non‐directive interviewing with 45 employees; and focus group discussions with 20 leaders.FindingsLearning from a state of not‐knowing gives rise to a new problem‐solving dimension, enabling individuals to thrive and survive in complexity. Understanding constraints that seemingly truncate change is ironically a generative device that frees people from being trapped by Murphy's Law.Research limitations/implicationsChange provides the stimulus for learning in complex contexts and paradigms where reciprocal relationships are sought to stabilize feedback loops and revitalize decision making. Mediating the variety of learning dynamics is an integration of two metacommunicative activities: dialogue and reflection.Practical implicationsLeaders are the connecting tissues to facilitating a learning that is highly interpretive and socially constructed. Process leadership is characterized by leaders assuming appropriate stewardship and walking the talk. A shared vision is necessary for contextualizing change and stabilizing learning conditions.Originality/valueCombining Murphy's Law with the complexity of organizational dynamics gives rise to a new understanding of learning in unpredictable contexts. It is a learning that creates a projection of language which transcends time and space, a learning that presents itself as an intertwined activity celebrated by complex systems and processes.
The romance of the follower: part 1
Authors: Hurwitz Marc , Hurwitz Samantha 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is twofold: first, to provide a compelling argument that followership has significant practical value in enhancing career and organizational value; and, second, to encourage dialogue about followership. Part 2 will extend current ideas about followership to provide a more comprehensive, holistic model. Part 3 will show how the model can be used as a training tool, in mentoring, for performance appraisals, and in designing HR solutions.Design/methodology/approachThe strengths and weaknesses of current theories are highlighted, motivating both the need for making followership more visible within an organization and the need for a more comprehensive model.FindingsGood followers report higher career satisfaction, get promoted more often, and add greater value to their organizations. Moreover, followship skills can be developed.Originality/valuePrevious research has focused on followship as either a fixed set of behaviours or traits, or as something a leader has to learn to manage. This is the first paper to empower followers – everyone in an organization is a follower and followership skills can be learned. As such, the three articles are of particular interest to senior executives and HR departments.
The paradox of change: how to coach while dealing with fear and uncertainty
Authors: Griffiths Bob 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide guidance for individuals who are learning to help others make significant changes in their lives.Design/methodology/approachThe paper is based on the author's own work and observations of how people change.FindingsIt was found that in order to create significant change it is necessary to build an effective relationship with the client, understand the restraining forces that hold the status quo in place and have an effective problem‐solving methodology.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper is not based on formal research. More research on the fastest way to build change skills is needed.Practical implicationsBy following the methodology here a coach can significantly improve the chances of a successful outcome when working with the client on a problem.Originality/valueThe paper will be of use to anyone who works with others to solve problems.
Communications to engage light‐speed leaders
Authors: Nichols Ellen 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThis paper seeks to describe the workplace phenomenon of attention‐challenged leaders and how managers and others in the organization can get an executive's attention in order to gain input, direction or collaboration on decisions.Design/methodology/approachThe material draws on the author's work in coaching and counseling leaders and followers.FindingsThe workplace is now filled with attention‐challenged leaders. Decision makers thanks to the continuous and infinite data flow that 24/7 technology provides, are over‐extended. They are not able to fully engage with their teams and provide direction and guidance. And the staff who work with and for these attention‐challenged individuals struggle to engage their leaders. It is a challenge for them to obtain reliable information and move forward on projects or execute decisions in a productive and timely fashion.Practical implicationsExhorting the leaders to change their ways is a possibility, but 24/7‐technology has permanently changed communications. The opportunity lies in using time‐sensitive methods to bridge an information gap. Middle managers are in an excellent position to restyle their communications and better engage those leaders who are in a state of partial attention. In this way, managers can get real input, decisions and direction.Originality/valueThe paper focuses on what the middle manager can do to solve this problem.
Developing the library
Authors: Kann‐Christensen Nanna , Andersen Jack 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this article is to examine and critique the dominant new public management (NPM)‐mode of thinking in library development.Design/methodology/approachThe authors examine the Danish Library Act from 2000 and a library policy from the municipal library of Aarhus in Denmark in order to show how they respectively display new public management thinking and handle pathologies of recognition.FindingsThe Danish Library Act from 2000 reflects an economic discourse which makes it hard for libraries to develop any normatively grounded agenda. The library policy from the municipal library of Aarhus reveals that it intends to deal with handling recognition but actually does the opposite.Research limitations/implicationsThe context surrounding libraries and library development is becoming more political than ever. User groups are more diverse than ever and some do not even feel as being part of society. If libraries are to cope with this situation, they must try to work with the concept of recognition as an explicit part of their library activity. Otherwise libraries stand in danger of being considered a party closed to all but a selected few which would then contribute to a lack of recognition for those who are not being invited to the party. The forms of recognition can thus be used to structure library policies and library developmentOriginality/valueThe analyses provided in this article show that libraries should be aware of how they describe and see their activities and practices.
Digital library research 1997‐2007
Authors: Li Liew Chern 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThis review aims to provide a snapshot of digital library research of the past 11 years (1997‐2007) that focuses on organisational and people issues, including those concerning the social/cultural, legal, ethical, and use dimensions.Design/methodology/approachThe review covers articles published in mainstream peer‐reviewed library and information science/studies journals. The analysis was done by drawing on a sample of 577 articles published in both academic and professional LIS journals.FindingsThe analysis reveals that there are several topics that are dominant in the sample. There are significant research streams into one or more aspects of digital library use and usability, organisational and economical issues, as well as legal issues. In comparison, there is very little research in the sample that addresses ethical issues and social/cultural issues. D‐Lib Magazine tops the list as the journal with the highest number of articles published and in spite of some fluctuations, there was an overall upwards trend for journal publications in these research areas. The years with the largest numbers of works published in these areas in the study sample were 2004, 2005 and 2006.Research limitations/implicationsIt would be inaccurate to claim that the literature searches conducted in this study include every relevant journal article. They provide an extensive but not comprehensive sample. Also, to account for inconsistencies in indexing, a range of descriptors related to “digital library” was used in the searches in conjunction with other descriptors representing the various topics related to organisational and people issues. Nevertheless, this does not take into account journal articles that do not mention any of the digital library terms and yet, may discuss digital library themes. Hence, certain issues might have been under‐represented in this study.Originality/valueThis review and meta‐analysis is the first that focuses on analysing digital library research that has a focus on organisational and people issues. Given the manifestos that digital libraries are to grow into socio‐technical systems that function within an organisation and society, the subject area as a whole has also evolved over the years, with a move away from purely technical issues towards the application, use and effectiveness issues. Therefore, it is highly likely that research into these emerging issues will continue to grow and this review provides a preliminary overview of this important development as well as a point of departure to highlight gaps in the literature.
How does strategic uncertainty and project sponsorship relate to project performance?
Authors: Liu Li 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to develop and test a model on the contingent effects of project sponsorship on project performance.Design/methodology/approachThe propositions are tested with survey data from project managers and senior managers with project management oversight in Australian companies.FindingsThe results support the hypotheses that the level of perceived management priority has both a direct effect on project sponsorship and project outcomes, and a moderating effect on the effect of project sponsorship on project outcomes.Research limitations/implicationsThis is an exploratory study into the relationship between project sponsorship and project performance. The model proposed is validated from a sample of Australian project managers. Further studies are needed to validate/modify the model in other culture/contexts.Practical implicationsThe findings suggest that organisations could improve their overall project performance by demonstrating management attention to and appointing sponsors to projects with high strategic uncertainties.Originality/valueManagement support in the form of project sponsorship has consistently been cited as critical to achieving project objectives. Yet, there is mainly anecdotal evidence on the effect of project sponsorship and little validated knowledge exists on how project sponsors and senior management effect project performance. This study is the first to conceptualize and provide empirical support for the contingent effect of project sponsorship on project performance.
Aligning competitive priorities in the supply chain: the role of interactions with suppliers
Authors: Vachon Stephan , Halley Alain , Beaulieu Martin 
Published: March 2009

PurposeOver the last decade, competition in the manufacturing sector has increased as globalization and customer requirements have evolved. Now, organizations are competing not only with their internal capabilities but also on their abilities to leverage capabilities in the supply chain. Recent studies suggest that strategic alignment in the supply chain, assessed by the degree of matching between supply management and market requirements, is critical for the success of organizations in the global marketplace. The purpose of this paper is to examine the possible linkage between strategic alignment (or lack of) in the supply chain, based on the traditional competitive priorities (i.e. cost, quality, flexibility and delivery), and the type of interactions with suppliers.Design/methodology/approachStrategic alignment in the supply chain was measured by the difference between customer's requirements and the emphasis that the organization puts on these same requirements in dealing with its suppliers. The types of interactions were assessed by six items, three of them to measure the degree of arm's length practices and the other three to assess the degree of cooperation with suppliers. The empirical analysis used data from 512 manufacturing companies in Canada surveyed in 2003 and 2005. Linear regressions were conducted to test a series of four hypotheses linking alignment in the supply chain and the type of interactions with suppliers.FindingsInteractions with suppliers that are increasingly based on cooperation were found to be linked with a better alignment of competitive priorities that are characteristic of responsive supply chains. An unexpected result was the positive link between arm's length interactions and delivery, a dimension that is also associated with responsive supply chains.Research limitations/implicationsThe choice of interactions with suppliers can be critical in the alignment of competitive priorities in the supply chain. A limitation is that the empirical analysis rests on data collected from one respondent per organization.Originality/valueThis paper contributes to research by providing empirical evidence of the link between the type of interactions with suppliers and the alignment of competitive priorities in the supply chain.
Analysis of the relationships among TOC use, TOC outcomes, and organizational performance
Authors: Inman R. Anthony , Lair Sale Martha , Green Kenneth W. 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine empirically the relationships among the three elements of the theory of constraints (TOC), a number of observable outcomes expected to be associated with the application of TOC, and organizational performance.Design/methodology/approachA model, which incorporates TOC elements as antecedent to TOC outcomes and TOC outcomes as antecedent to organizational performance, is proposed. Data were collected from 110 organizations identified as TOC adopters, and the model was assessed using a structural equation modeling methodology.FindingsResults indicate that the proposed model fits the data well. Adoption of TOC yields observable TOC outcomes, which lead to improved business unit performance. Analysis suggests that the use of TOC is effective in improving organizational performance.Research limitations/implicationsScales are developed for use in future TOC research.Practical implicationsTOC is found to be effective in improving organizational performance.Originality/valueWhile this work was begun much earlier than the work of Boyd and Gupta, this work revises their model and main hypothesis. TOC scales are developed and validated for use by future TOC researchers.
A process for managing manufacturing flexibility
Authors: Cousens Alan , Szwejczewski Marek , Sweeney Mike 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to develop and test a procedure to enable organizations to establish a competitive capability to manufacture flexibly.Design/methodology/approachA survey of manufacturing businesses and two case studies in separate plants of an international manufacturing company led to the design of a process to improve manufacturing flexibility. The proposed process was subsequently tested and refined in workshops and interviews in additional collaborating companies.FindingsInsight gained from the combination of case study and survey research has identified key steps in a process to improve manufacturing flexibility, which have not been emphasised previously. In addition a framework is proposed which matches operational capabilities with desired dimensions of flexibility; mix and/or volume.Research limitations/implicationsFurther trials of the proposed process in a range of manufacturing operations are required to establish its robustness and generic value.Originality/valueA new conceptual framework has been developed to improve manufacturing flexibility. The results of an initial trial of this framework are reported.
Exploring deeper structures in manufacturing strategy formation processes: a qualitative inquiry
Authors: Kiridena Senevi , Hasan Maruf , Kerr Roger 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explicate deeper structures in manufacturing strategy (MS) formation processes, in order to advance process understanding. This would be useful in identifying and nurturing appropriate forms of MS formation within specific organisational settings.Design/methodology/approachNine case studies in the Australian metal products, machinery and equipment manufacturing sectors, guided by the grounded theory approach.FindingsDeeper structures in MS processes represent linear and parallel, convergent and divergent, sequential and iterative progression of strategic initiatives across four broad phases identified as: initiation, consolidation, commitment and realization. The multiple progressions are explained by the nature of strategic initiatives, the causal relationships between the phases or modes and the influence of internal and external organisational contextual factors. The aggregate patterns are presented in the form of a conceptual model.Research limitations/implicationsThe conceptual model needed to be tested with a large sample of data using statistical techniques to improve its external validity. Causal relationships explored in this study may be further strengthened using longitudinal qualitative studies.Practical implicationsThe findings are grounded in empirical data. The model presented using simple formalisms is capable of providing rich insights in aggregate terms. As such, it is expected to hold a natural appeal to practitioners. If the findings can find their way into MS pedagogy, they can make a more substantial and progressive contribution to MS practice.Originality/valueThe findings of this study have corroborated and explained the findings of several recent studies that have uncovered alternative forms of MS formation. The deeper understanding of MS process developed in this study contributes to theory‐building with the added significance that this study has successfully crossed the traditional analytical boundaries.
A long journey: an interview with Jeffrey Weeks
Authors: Jones Jackie 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present an interview with academic and author, Professor Jeffrey Weeks.Design/methodology/approachThe paper discusses the significance of the Civil Partnership Act 2004 and same‐sex relationships.FindingsProfessor Weeks divulges some personal and intimate thoughts, in particular his thoughts about marriage.Originality/valueThe interview comments highlight the pace of change in relation to same‐sex partnership recognition.
The prospects of legal recognition of same‐sex marriage in Germany
Authors: Jones Jackie 
Published: March 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to assess the likelihood of successfully introducing constitutional changes to the definition of marriage in Germany.Design/methodology/approachThe paper examines the values underpinning the German constitution through academic writing and case law.FindingsFundamental change is unlikely to occur in the foreseeable future, despite EU case law.Research limitations/implicationsIncremental changes have taken place in all countries. These have begun in the workplace and spread to more fundamental areas such as challenges to marriage definitions in many countries. In a conservative country such as Germany the fact that even the highest constitutional court has come close to opening the door to change can be interpreted to mean the wait will not be too long.Originality/valueThe paper provides a comparative analysis that will highlight the types of arguments that have been successfully pushed through the courts as well as persuading political actors to enact positive legislation.