bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Nutrient values for Australian and overseas chicken meat
Authors: Probst Yasmine 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to summarise analysed nutrient data for Australian chicken meat and compare analysed data for Australian chicken meat with overseas data.Design/methodology/approachAnalysed nutrient data for Australian chicken meat was compared with publicly available English language databases from overseas countries. Where similar cuts were available, ratio plots were developed to determine similarities and differences. Baked chicken leg was highest in total fat and wings were composed of the greatest amount of monounsaturated fat.FindingsNutrient values for calcium, zinc and vitamin E were greatest in the chicken leg, iron in the chicken thigh and the B vitamins varied between chicken breast (niacin), chicken thigh (riboflavin and thiamin). Data for Australian chicken meat was most different from European data and most similar to New Zealand data. The greatest variations were identified for the total fat and fatty acid values.Practical implicationsThe large differences signify the importance of using local nutrient values and the need to regularly update food composition databases with analysed rather than calculated data.Originality/valueThis paper is unique as it provides comprehensive nutrient data for a lean meat source which is popular in Australia. The study also indicates the limitations associated with sourcing food composition data from other databases, despite using the same food name.
A history of internet purchasing: suggestions for web‐based entrepreneurs and SMEs
Authors: Epps Alun , Govers Robert , Go Frank M. 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the marketing developments since 1992 at the interface of information and communication technology (ICT) from a marketing channel and consumer perspective.Design/methodology/approachThe research method used was a review of contemporary literature in the field of ICT with particular emphasis on the internet in relation to web‐based purchasing behaviour. This paper examines the usage of the medium as an aide to shopping and selling since its inception and suggests future directions and areas for further investigation.FindingsThe findings chronicle the evolution of the internet from a mere tool to enable web‐based shopping to an entity that is able to think; and with the possibility of being able to express or channel emotions and social interaction among users.Research limitations/implicationsThis research, whilst purporting to be a conceptual theory building paper, based on thorough literature review, would by no means pretend to be comprehensive and aims to engender further scholarly discussion and empirical testingPractical implicationsIn what ever way the web‐based entrepreneur and small to medium‐sized enterprise view the internet, it is not a business‐facilitator to be ignored; and those that do not treat it with the urgency and seriousness that it deserves, do so at their peril.Originality/valueThe paper suggests a novel way of viewing what we have come to take for granted. It is hoped that the discussions will be of value to academics and practitioners alike.
Leadership as identity construction: the act of leading people in organisations
Authors: Karp Tom , Helgø Thomas I.T. 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe objective of this article is to explore and challenge the concept of leadership by presenting a perspective on leadership as identity construction. The perspective presented is based on premises from the complexity sciences.Design/methodology/approachThe article is based on a conceptual discussion.FindingsLeadership is better understood as identity construction. This is because leadership emerges in the interaction between people as the act of recognising and being recognised. Leaders' images of themselves are therefore social constructions and the development of a leadership self (and thereby leadership) is coupled to the interaction between leaders and followers.Research limitations/implicationsThe research is limited to a conceptual discussion. The findings need to be further explored and challenged by other methods. The discussion is focused on organisational leadership.Practical implicationsLeaders do not always have the control that mainstream leadership theory suggests. The act of leadership is therefore better understood as identity construction. In the article the authors suggest a conceptual framework for reflecting on leadership identity because self‐images influence people's acts as leaders. The concept of leadership is hence the ability to mobilise the discipline necessary to develop one's self by reflecting on identity in different contexts and coupling this to the acts of leadership.Originality/valueThe principal contribution is a conceptual discussion on the concept of leadership. This contribution provides managerial ideas and insights into the act of leadership in organisations faced with increasing complexity.
The cycle of business education in Malaysia
Authors: Quraeshi Zahir A. , Luqmani Mushtaq 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe growing professionalization of Malaysian industry over the past three decades, and the need for skilled business talent, have led to an increased demand for business education. This paper aims to examine how institutions in Malaysia have responded to this need.Design/methodology/approachThis is a case study that synthesizes and organizes institutional experiences in delivering business education in Malaysia.FindingsMalaysian academic institutions have responded to the demand for business education through a process modeled by the authors as a “cycle of business education” (CBE). The authors discuss institutional developments and competitive marketing strategies directed toward target markets during the five stages of the CBE.Practical implicationsThe Malaysian experience in meeting business education needs can provide valuable guidance to educators and policy makers, among others, in developing countries engaged in similar initiatives. These countries can benefit from understanding more about institutional practices as well as from the problems that surfaced during the Malaysian CBE.Originality/valueThe paper makes an original contribution first by delineating and discussing the five stages of the cycle of business education (CBE), including institutional developments. Next it systematically articulates various components of the marketing strategies institutions use to deliver business education. Finally, recommendations are offered to improve the institutional provision and marketing of business education.
Density, diversity, openness and speed: is management development aligned?
Authors: Margherita Alessandro , Secundo Giustina 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThis paper aims to present a framework supporting a new approach to designing curricula for the development of management competencies.Design/methodology/approachThe review of contributions in the strategic management and management development fields allows extrapolation of the relevant paradigm changes in the economic and business scenario and provides the background for investigating the emerging challenges in competence development processes.FindingsThe increasing speed, openness, density and diversity of business raise new challenges related to five fundamental dimensions of management as a system: its actors, concept, context, processes and purpose. This requires developing in managers a set of competencies that specifically address those aspects and holistically cover an integrated perspective rather than focusing on separated management functions, processes or skills.Research limitations/implicationsFurther research is needed in the effort of taxonomising paradigm changes and defining the management dimensions which are impacted.Practical implicationsThe analysis presented brings a different logic to structuring curricula. This could potentially have an impact on the design and implementation of learning initiatives in both higher education and corporate contexts. A framework useful for practitioners is provided.Originality/valueThe value of the paper is in creating a direct conceptual link among the changing features of the economic and business landscape and the deriving requirements in terms of developing management competencies. A framework useful for practitioners is provided.
Creative resolve response: how changes in creative motivation relate to cognitive style
Authors: Dew Robert 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThis paper aims to introduce a new phenomenon related to creative motivation called creative resolve response (CRR). CRR predicts how creative motivation will vary during problem solving.Design/methodology/approachIn total, 66 MBA students were asked to respond at random intervals during different class problem‐solving activities. Participants were asked to rate on two preset scales their perceived certainty of solving the problem successfully and creativity level required. Mean creativity required responses were calculated for subgroups with different cognitive style ranges at each outcome certainty level. T‐tests were used to determine significant differences between various means.FindingsThe results suggest that creative motivation will vary systematically as a problem solver's perception of problem solving progress increases in a wax‐wane‐wax pattern.Research limitations/implicationsPost hoc analysis suggested that potentially confounding effects related to problem heterogeneity, learning effects, environment, group interaction and interviewer response bias were not significant. However the relatively small sample size and limited scope of the problem activities suggests that further research is required to establish the extent to which the findings can be generalised.Practical implicationsCRR promises a new form of extrinsic control for managers to enhance creativity via extrinsic motivation. The author makes suggestions on how managers may enhance creativity by influencing employees to reconsider their perceived level of problem‐solving progress.Originality/valueThis paper links expectancy theory, cognitive style and creative motivation, and provides an alternative approach to trying directly to motivate employees to be more creative.
LEED accredited professionals' perceptions affecting credit point adoption
Authors: Lavy Sarel , Fernández‐Solis Jose L. 
Published: October 2009

PurposeLiterature review indicates that Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – Accredited Professionals (LEED APs) practicing during the first ten years of LEED in the building industry hold perceptions that have influenced the adoption of LEED. These perceptions may include that some LEED credit points are more difficult to obtain than others, LEED projects have higher first costs, and LEED projects have higher levels of complexity. The literature also indicates that the relationship between these three topics merits research attention, in an effort to discover the magnitude of those perceptions. This paper aims to address these issues.Design/methodology/approachBoth self‐administered questionnaires and interviews are utilized to secure information directly from practitioners. Out of a pool of 8,000 possible interviewees, a total of 102 qualified respondents participated in the cross‐sectional survey. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software is used to analyze the data derived from the survey information and to arrive at conclusions.FindingsThe survey identify which LEED credit points are perceived by LEED APs as more difficult, as contributing to higher initial costs and as increasing project complexity. The conclusions indicate a trend toward a higher adoption rate of points that are perceived as having lower initial costs and a lower level of complexity. These findings are primarily due to two reasons: increased cost in managing project documentation; and increased cost in project complexity.Originality/valueThe results of this study can be used by designers, construction professionals, and facility managers who are involved in new construction projects. The trends in credit point adoption, and the professionals' perceptions of their initial cost and level of complexity, may encourage others to consider using systems that introduce sustainability concepts into their design and construction process.
Time‐cost relationships of building construction project in Korea
Authors: Le‐Hoai Long , Dai Lee Young 
Published: October 2009

PurposeTime is an important factor in any project, especially in construction projects. Although using detailed scheduling techniques is unavoidable, a model to predict or benchmark time performance has interested many researchers. For an exploratory purpose, this paper aims to investigate the time‐cost relationship proposed by Bromilow with data from construction projects in Korea.Design/methodology/approachThe data are collected from 34 historical building projects in Korea. Construction cost is adjusted using a building price index. Analysis is carried out on variety of project characteristics.FindingsIt is shown that a time‐cost relationship is applicable to the Korean construction industry. Further analysis indicates that the original Bromilow time‐cost model is not the best fit regression form, and alternative models are proposed.Research limitations/implicationsThe data are limited to a small sample of 34 building projects. This limitation arises because of the data collection approach, which is direct contact with historical project documents supplied by construction firms.Originality/valueModels from this study can serve as a reference tool for practitioners in the early stages of building projects in Korea. The results from this study are not intended to reject or replace detailed construction scheduling techniques.
Do we get what we pay for?
Authors: Steele Kirstin 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the use of intermediary companies (i.e. jobbers) in library operationsDesign/methodology/approachThe paper investigates how service charges are determined, if any industry standards for these charges exist, and if so, how they are monitored by companies and clients.Practical implicationsNot much is known about the nature of jobber's business. This discussion has reinforced Daniel that the library makes good use of the jobbers employed, but has also underscored the importance of being able to explain, to people outside the library field, why they are important to library operation.FindingsFor the authors' small academic library, employing intermediaries is currently worth the service charges.Originality/valueIt is hoped librarians and library staff who use or are considering using intermediary businesses will find these experiences useful.
Cost‐benefit analysis: a disparagement of its misuse and misexplanation
Authors: Linn Mott 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to argue that when managing strategically, a library administrator might want to use cost‐benefit analysis to justify spending and, consequently, would need to understand this methodology.Design/methodology/approachThe paper discusses and gives examples to illustrate how others have needed a better knowledge of cost‐benefit analysis.FindingsIt is helpful for library managers to have a proper knowledge of cost‐benefit analysis.Practical implicationsThis provides one methodology that librarians should consider when contemplating what purchases to make.Original/valueThis paper will help librarians better manage their libraries by making them aware of cost‐benefit analysis.
Resource management: materials, equipment, facilities
Authors: Fitsimmons Gary 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the management of physical resources (materials, equipment, and facilities) as a performance standard for leadership.Design/methodology/approachThe approach of the paper is to list general principles for physical resource management and then discuss the understanding needed for the creative application of those principles.FindingsThe findings are that library leaders must understand how to collaborate, negotiate and formulate policies in order to manage physical resources well for the sake of the bottom line as well as the quality of the user and staff experience.Originality/valueThe value is in learning how to use interpersonal interaction to effectively manage physical resources in a way that advances overall organizational goals.
Philanthropy can begin at home
Authors: Silverman Emily 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to inspire thinking about the nature of philanthropy.Design/methodology/approachThe paper discusses views of giving motivation and behavior.FindingsThis paper proposes that perceptions of fundraising can be examined to better understand what may motivate prospective donors.Originality/valueThe value of this paper is in its presenting concepts about philanthropy and libraries.
Channel cooperation: a reflective scale
Authors: Hammervoll Trond 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to draw on theories on inter‐organisational governance with a view to developing a reliable reflective scale for measuring inter‐firm cooperation in supply chains for use in logistics management research.Design/methodology/approachFollowing a literature review, the paper develops items for three relational norms. The model is tested with structural equation modelling (SEM).FindingsThe literature review reveals that most of the currently used variables and scales describe the characteristics of focal firms, rather than relationship properties. The few exceptions that focus on relationships fail to recognise the dimensionality of channel cooperation. The proposed scale is found to be valid and reliable, based on 181 observations from supply‐chain relationships.Research limitations/implicationsThe valid and reliable scale that captures relationship characteristics and recognises the dimensionality of channel cooperation should be tested in future research.Originality/valueThis paper fulfils an identified need for a reliable scale on channel cooperation. The use of SEM has enabled the incorporation of measurement error in scale development of this unobservable, latent variable.
3C framework for modular supply networks in the Chinese automotive industry
Authors: Lin Yong , Zhou Li , Shi Yongjiang , Ma Shihua 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is aimed at understanding and identifying the context, capability requirements, and configurations (3Cs) of modular supply networks in the Chinese automotive industry.Design/methodology/approachIn an attempt to specify the main elements of modular supply networks, a case study and 3C framework approach analyze different network contexts. The framework considers not only the capabilities of product design, production, inbound logistics, and information sharing, but also the configuration of the role structure, process structure, and information structure that helps achieve these capabilities.FindingsThis paper analyzes two types of modular supply network, directly reflecting the degrees of involvement in the modularity logic of the module supplier and the automaker, which largely depend on their corporate strategy toward technology innovation. In a fully integrated module supply network, the module supplier needs sufficient capability for upstream supply network integration and modularization, whereas in the partly integrated module supply network, a third‐party logistics provider plays an important role with regard to production capability.Research limitations/implicationsThis paper investigates four modules. The practical tools for configuring the modular supply network can be specified in more detail in further research.Originality/valueThe 3C framework described herein contributes to theory in the fields of supply chain management and modularity, and it assists in further expanding the theory of SCM.
Logistical business continuity planning‐scale development and validation
Authors: Ojha Divesh , Gokhale Rahul A. 
Published: October 2009

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to seek to develop psychometrically validated scale for logistical business continuity planning (LBCP) construct.Design/methodology/approachUsing survey data from 106 firms in transportation and warehousing industry the psychometric properties of the proposed LBCP scale have been evaluated. The structure of the LBCP construct is also assessed. Three competing construct structures – Model A: hypothesized multidimensional second‐order factor model; Model B: first‐order multidimensional factor model; and Model C: first‐order unidimensional factor model – are proposed and then evaluated using structural equation modeling analyses.FindingsThe results indicate that the proposed scale has adequate psychometric properties. Furthermore, the results show that the hypothesized second‐order multidimensional model is the best‐fit and most parsimonious model.Originality/valueThe paper contributes to the knowledge on supply chain risk management by providing empirically validated measures for the LBCP construct. This scale provides a clear conceptualization of LBCP and should allow the authors to explore the nomological net around LBCP which is central to the survival of many organizations.