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Optimum inspection policies of reliability analysis for quantal‐response product with Weibull lifetime components
Authors: Chen Yun‐Shiow , Pan Chung‐Chu , Yang Wei‐Ning 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of the paper is to show that modern markets are characterized by rapidly changing environments and numerous external forces. Under these conditions, product lifetimes are rapidly reducing. Therefore, products require optimum inspection policies to maintain high quality and reduce costs in the competitive market. This study aims to establish optimal inspection policies of reliability analysis for quantal‐response product with Weibull lifetime components.Design/methodology/approachThis study considers a product consisting of m different components in series with lifetimes that follow Weibull distributions, and applies a competing failure model to examine the proposed series system for quantal‐response products. The maximum likelihood estimators of parameters of the Weibull distribution are derived based on the quantal‐response data in the proposed series system. The statistical features of the model are illustrated through a numerical example of two‐component series products, and the properties of the maximum likelihood estimators were studied via Monte Carlo simulation under a two‐stage inspected scheme for various sampling sizes and inspection time conditions.FindingsSimulation results demonstrate not only that the optimum inspection condition is the inspection times at T1=0.2 and T2=0.5 for the two‐stage inspected scheme, but also that the economical sampling size is 150 for both cases.Originality/valueThis research results can be applied to the analysis of one‐shot products, e.g. firework, ammunition, airbag, injector, with Weibull components lifetime distribution or the stockpile storage test.
University approach to knowledge management
Authors: Tikhomirova Natalya , Gritsenko Anatoly , Pechenkin Alexander 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to describe several Knowledge Management initiatives at Moscow State University of Economics, Statistics and Informatics (MESI).Design/methodology/approachThe design of the paper takes the form of an interview.FindingsMESI has successfully established Quality Management and E‐Learning Systems and is on a fast track for total KM implementation.Originality/valueDescribes the implementation of a KM system at MESI, providing a model and case study for other universities to follow.
The changing face of KM
Authors: Sinclair Niall 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe ever‐changing nature of the knowledge management (KM) landscape means that many organizations are becoming confused as to what exactly KM is anymore, and what exactly is important, or not, to them as they attempt to understand and implement KM. Accordingly, many organizations are looking for help in understanding KM, and the purpose of this paper is to attempt to provide them with an analysis of some of the challenges they will face, and how they can meet those challenges. Design/methodology/approach – The paper presents an overview of typical KM types in most organizations, and looks to explain why they exist, and how they can be effectively facilitated and managed.FindingsNew variations on traditional KM themes, such as Social Networks, Stealth, Personal KM, have emerged over the last few years and many organizations are confused as to what they should, or need, to include in their KM initiatives in order to ensure they are as effective as possible.Originality/valueThe paper examines: what types of KM are evident in most organizations; what drivers and objectives are associated with each type of KM; how the various types of KM intersect, or don't, from a corporate perspective; and, what organizations can do to ensure each type of KM is successful and supports an overall organizational strategy for KM.
Exploring the contextual dimensions of organization from knowledge management perspective
Authors: Jafari Mostafa , Fathian Mohammad , Jahani Alireza , Akhavan Peyman 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the contextual dimensions of organizations for finding the interactions between of these dimensions and knowledge management (KM) and to identify the critical success factors, drivers and constraints, relevant to the implementation of KM in the Tehran business environment. The most research of KM merely pays attention to its relation with dimensions of the organizations especially contextual dimensions.Design/methodology/approachA new exploration based on research experiences of the KM is formalized as an extension of the model by Daft. The present article reports the empirical findings of a survey conducted among managers and experts in Tehran. In this survey we give them a questionnaire that contains some questions related to the mentioned dimensions and asked about relations of them and KM critical success factors for better implementation based on factor analysis. The questionnaire reflects insights gained from a mix of individual choice models developed by various researchers and Delphi technique.FindingsThis research finds seven critical success factors, Collaboration and knowledge workers, Technology Deployment, Learning Culture, Flat Structures, Supply Chain Integration, Comprehensive strategies and Flexible Organizations, which related to the conceptual Dimensions of organizations and also drivers and constraints of KM implementation.Research limitations/implicationsThis framework reflects the interactions between contextual dimensions and KM. It may need further research to be used for structural dimensions of the organizations.Originality/valueUsing this research, organizations interested in implementing KM may be familiar with the impacts of KM implementation and contextual dimensions on each other for achieving the desirable outcomes.
Exploring the role ofBain family business context
Authors: Brännback Malin , Carsrud Alan , Schulte William D. 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to analyze the family business succession process using Nonaka's theory of knowledge creation and conceptualisation of a knowledge‐creating place,Bato enhance one's understanding of critical managerial challenges in family business succession.Design/methodology/approachBased on literature review, Nonaka's theory of knowledge creation and knowledge‐creating space is applied to the family business succession process.FindingsThrough literature review and synthesis thereof the paper concludes that Nonaka's theory of knowledge creation is a highly valid framework for analyzing and supporting the family business succession process. The paper proposes thatBais a perception of a place – the family firm – and a shared purpose among family members in that firm. It is posited that the absence ofBacan be a significant barrier to a family firm adopting a successful succession process. Creating aBais essential for family firms to survive.Research limitations/implicationsOnly propositions are presented, but they serve as valid research questions for future research.Originality/valuePrevious research of knowledge management processes and applications in family business context is scarce. Moreover, research on succession in family firms has not been considered as a knowledge creating and sharing process. This paper applies a valid and widely used model to the context of family firms and adopts the view that a succession process in essence is a knowledge creating and sharing process.
Knowledge capture within the biopharmaceutical clinical trials environment
Authors: Grossman Martin , Bates Stephen 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of knowledge capture in the biopharmaceutical industry, focusing primarily on the transition from paper‐based to electronic data capture (EDC) systems.Design/methodology/approachThe paper draws on biopharmaceutical industry literature and data from example clinical studies to describe the issues involved in transitioning to EDC in the clinical trials environment.FindingsWhile electronic data capture systems provide greater efficiencies along the clinical trial supply chain, the industry is still far from achieving wide scale utilization of such technologies. The barriers to successful implementation are multifaceted, involving not only the information technology itself, but also user acceptance issues, lack of interoperability standards, and regulatory compliance. Major shifts in organizational culture and a unified effort within the industry will be necessary in order to derive full benefits from electronic capture systems in the future.Research limitations/implicationsThis study was limited in that case data from only one company was used to supplement the literature review. Further research is warranted to better understand the factors that facilitate adoption of electronic knowledge capture systems in the biopharmaceutical industry.Originality/valueWhile the need for knowledge management in the healthcare industry is indisputable, there has been remarkably slow progress in this area, and a dearth of research exploring implementation issues. The value of this type of inquiry is profound as it will help us better understand the issues in implementation and adoption, and ultimately to deliver more effective and safe drugs to the public in a more efficient manner.
The relationship between improving the management of projects and the use of KM
Authors: Lierni Peter C. , Ribière Vincent M. 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to determine whether there is a relationship between improving the management of projects and the use of knowledge management (KM). Additionally, this paper sought to determine if KM practices in use by practitioners of project management are significant in terms of improving the management of projects, as well as the impact of these KM practices in use by practitioners on improving the management of projects.Design/methodology/approachA main research question supported by seven research hypotheses were postulated. A survey was used to collect data from 99 project managers randomly selected from the list of worldwide members of the project management Institute (PMI).FindingsThe findings reveal the influence of KM on the improvement of the management of projects. The KM practices and tools mostly used by project managers are presented.Originality/valueThis study is the first one of the type that tries to identify and to demonstrate the relationship between the fields of KM and project management through the collection of data among project management practitioners.
Globalization of small islands: the case of Curaçao
Authors: Goede Miguel 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present a case study of Curaçao as a small island coping with globalization and to contribute to the development of a framework to discuss globalization and corporate governance.Design/methodology/approachThe paper starts to integrate three scenarios: globalization, the paradigmatic approach of corporate governance, and the categorization of organizations. This framework is then applied to the case of Curaçao.FindingsGlobalization of Curaçao involves the introduction of the Anglo‐American model of governance into several actors. This is a major change that the society finds difficult adapting to. A significant part of the population is at risk of being excluded.Originality/valueThe paper contributes to a multi‐paradigm approach to corporate governance, and in analyzing the globalization of small islands.
The shielding of CEO cash compensation from post‐acquisition earnings' charges
Authors: Dorata Nina T. 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThis study aims to examine whether CEO compensation is shielded from the negative effects of restructuring charges and asset impairments following the acquisition of the controlling interest in the stock of another corporation.Design/methodology/approachRegression tests using CEO cash compensation as the dependent variable, and restructuring charges, goodwill impairments, and other asset impairments associated with a target firm as independent test and control variables.FindingsThe results indicate that CEO cash compensation is increased when an acquiring firm with respect to the target firm records restructuring charges. Goodwill impairments have no effect on CEO cash compensation.Research limitations/implicationsThis study is limited to the extent that it only considers CEO cash compensation. A future area of research is to examine the association of total CEO compensation and post‐acquisition earnings” charges. Shareholders encourage CEOs to proceed with synergistic restructuring following a merger/acquisition by increasing their compensation.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the literature by concluding that compensation committees consider the contextual nature of earnings” charges and the CEO's direct responsibility for the transaction in the determination of CEO compensation.
Earnings quality following corporate acquisitions
Authors: Barragato Charles A. , Markelevich Ariel 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe paper aims to examine earnings quality during the post‐acquisition period.Design/methodology/approachThe paper defines earnings quality as an earnings stream more closely associated with future cash flows from operations. It uses the stock market's reaction at the acquisition announcement to infer merger motives and hypothesize that synergy‐motivated acquisitions will produce higher quality earnings than agency‐motivated acquisitions.FindingsThe paper finds that synergy‐motivated acquisitions produce higher quality earnings than agency‐motivated acquisitions.Research limitations/implications (if applicable)The findings are consistent with this prediction and support the view that managers who pursue synergy or agency‐motivated acquisitions do not face the same economic environment and incentive schemes. The results are also consistent with the notion that incentives for earnings management are greater following agency‐motivated acquisitions when compared to those of synergy‐motivated acquisitions. The authors conjecture that these differences originate from those accounting‐based contracts that are likely impacted by reported post‐acquisition balance sheet and income statement amounts.Practical implicationsThe findings of the paper show that the motive for the acquisition has lasting effect, several years post acquisition on the quality of earnings produced by the merged entity; thus furnishing additional importance to identifying the motive for the acquisition.Originality/valueThe paper uses the corporate acquisition setting to examine earnings quality during the post‐acquisition period. This paper should be relevant for researchers studying either the quality of earnings or corporate acquisitions.
Why “soft science” is the key to regaining leadership in marketing knowledge
Authors: Tapp Alan , Hughes Tim 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to highlight what the authors regard as serious problems with the continuing dominance of a “hard science” view of what constitutes “top quality” research, and to present evidence that a “softer” approach will yield work that more closely aligns with the everyday reality of marketing.Design/methodology/approachThe authors use a contrast between the marketing discipline and chemistry to illustrate their concerns about the use of “hard science” in academic marketing. This was supplemented with analyses of academic marketing work already published to illustrate particular points.FindingsThe authors propose that academic marketers need to take a “horses for courses” approach and ground their research in the reality of the discipline. Different areas within the discipline of marketing are debated, and it is concluded that some areas may still respond well to scientific approaches, while others may benefit from a relaxation into interpretive approaches. The paper argues the need to concentrate more on reflecting a reality that is recognised by the wider marketing community, rather than getting wound up in methodological strait‐jackets. To illustrate these points, the lack of recent progress in research on market segmentation is considered, and a “typical hard science paper” is critiqued. The authors summarise the reasons why it is wrong to apply a “hard science” approach on a carte blanche basis and argue for a more pluralist critical realist approach.Practical implicationsThe contention is that the over‐heavy trappings of science in much academic work have the effect of removing that work from practical norms. Therefore the practical implications of this paper are potentially significant.Originality/valueThe paper promotes the soft science stance as the most appropriate epistemology for mainstream academic marketing research.
Top versus leading journals in marketing: some challenging thoughts
Authors: Svensson Göran , Wood Greg 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe objective of this paper is to discuss some criteria in order to distinguish between top versus leading journals in marketing. The aim is to stimulate the debate of the adequacy of those issues that dominate in the top marketing journals.Design/methodology/approachThe authors discuss three groups of criteria, namely journal, article, and research. Each is discussed based on a set of dimensions: journal criteria – the editor, the editorial board, the editorial objective and the author affiliations; article criteria – research implication, practice implication, readability and originality; and research criteria – process, paradigm, representation, readership and contribution.FindingsWhile the top journals in marketing are named, the analysis is meant to be of a more general nature rather than to question or lambaste a specific journal.Research limitations/implicationsThere is an underlying quest for identifying and verifying the top academic journals in different research disciplines. As an extension to the discussion of top versus non‐top journals, the authors raise another crucial issue, namely criteria to differentiate between top and leading journals in marketing.Practical implicationsThese criteria are based on the authors' examination of the editorial descriptions and overall contents of six top journals in marketing. The criteria are also derived from a review of the literature on academic journals and academic publishing.Originality/valueThe discussion may stimulate and widen debate with respect to what constitutes a leading academic journal in marketing. The suggested list of criteria should be seen as a trigger for further discussion. It does not aspire to be complete, but a complement to the ongoing discussion of academic journals and academic publishing in marketing.
Marketing to postmodern consumers: introducing the internet chameleon
Authors: Simmons Geoff 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is twofold. First, to provide an overview of postmodern marketing in the consumer context, integrating the relevant literature around two contrary arguments. Second, it seeks to reveal the potential of the internet as a marketing tool that can address the complexities inherent in postmodern consumer markets.Design/methodology/approachThe paper takes the form of a general review.FindingsThis paper reveals that complexity reigns supreme in the postmodern marketing consumer context, with postmodern consumers seeking both individualistic and communal brand experiences. Within this complexity, the paper identifies the internet as an enabling tool, which allows direct, real‐time individualised interaction with postmodern consumers. Further, the internet's ability to provide these consumers with the opportunity to express this individuality within homogeneous groups is also presented.Practical implicationsThis paper reveals how the internet can allow an individualised one‐to‐one connection with postmodern consumers to a level unparalleled offline. Correspondingly, the paper also reveals how the internet is precipitating significant new opportunities for marketers to engage in and create enticing experiences for postmodern consumers, who crave the ability to appropriate consumption and brands as a means of individualised self‐expression within homogeneous groups.Originality/valueThis paper provides a contemporary and original overview of the opportunities proffered to marketers by the internet, in dealing with the inherent complexities erupting from within consumer markets in the postmodern era.
Satisfaction in performing arts: the role of value?
Authors: Hume Margee , Sullivan Mort Gillian 
Published: April 2008

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to report on the structure and relationships between value and satisfaction in a cultural performing arts setting to identify the structure of satisfaction in the performing arts context.Design/methodology/approachThis paper examines customer attitudes to value, show experience quality and peripheral service quality in a high arts setting by using a questionnaire. The pool of questions used the most recent scale measures for constructs in the area of services, in particular experiential services. The data are tested using AMOS 5.0 structural equation modelling.FindingsThis paper reports that value mediates the relationship of show experience quality and peripheral service quality to satisfaction and the direct link of these pathways to satisfaction was not significant. This research supports the notion that customers determine service satisfaction based on attribute performance of the show and peripheral service aspects, and derive value from this.Practical implicationsThis research informs cultural organisation managers of the importance of delivering high levels of service quality and show experience in order to offer a value for money experience. This paper identifies the importance of understanding the heterogeneous and complex nature of customer‐derived value.Originality/valueThis paper examines a service sector that receives little attention. Cultural organisations operate as non‐profit organisations and are accountable for scarce fund allocation. Government support has decreased and corporate sponsorship is scarce and competitive. This paper offers assistance to organisations in the quest to balance the economic issues and constraints by creating value and satisfaction and balancing service quality and show delivery.