bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A review and delineation of cooperation and coordination in marketing channels
Authors: Payan Janice M. 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to delineate the similarities and distinctions between cooperation and coordinate and to present distinctive definitions for each.Design/methodology/approachAn extensive review of the extant literature was conducted to examine the precedents with regards to the conceptual domains of cooperation and coordination.FindingsThis paper concludes that cooperation is an orientation that one firm has about working with another organization; whereas, coordination are joint activities. This is reflected in the definitions presented in this paper.Originality/valueSeveral researchers and practitioners alike view cooperation and coordination as synonymous. However, an organization's cooperative orientation about working with another organization does not inherently lead to coordination. This paper points out that it is necessary to consider cooperation and coordination as two separate but related issues in managing interorganizational relationships.
A minimisation algorithm with application to optimal design of reinforcements in textiles and garments
Authors: Šomodi Željko , Hursa Anica , Rogale Dubravko 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to develop an efficient two‐variable minimisation algorithm and to apply it in engineering optimisation of buttonhole reinforcements.Design/methodology/approachAn iterative extreme search is based on quadratic approximation of objective function, locating approximate solution at the minimum of corresponding elliptic paraboloid. Stress analysis is performed using plane stress finite element model. Optimal selection of geometrical parameters of buttonhole‐type reinforcement is done in terms of balance between maximum stress and material consumption.FindingsAdopted minimisation algorithm is assessed in a selected test example and proven to perform well in comparison with methods available in literature. In the selected case two local minima have been found within the predefined optimisation domain, with slight difference in objective function values.Research limitations/implicationsResearch is limited to homogeneous isotropic elastic model and a single representative load case. Objective function is restricted to two influence factors and predefined optimisation domain.Practical implicationsThe method can be useful for engineers/practitioners in the branch of clothing technology as a tool for computational estimate of optimal design of structural reinforcements.Originality/valueThe main quality of the paper is in software fusion of finite element analysis and advanced optimisation algorithm. The proposed theoretical‐numerical model is discussed in terms of applicability in parameter setting on buttonholer in garment production.
Image analysis method of surface roughness evaluation
Authors: Militký Jirˇí , Mazal Miroslav 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThe main aim of this paper is description of new apparatus and approach for contact less evaluation of surface roughness. For characterization of surface roughness, the procedures based on classical and non‐classical (complexity) parameters are proposed.Design/methodology/approachFor obtaining the roughness profile in the selected direction (on the line transect of the surface), the special arrangements of textile bend around sharp edge is used. The image analysis is used for extraction of surface profile. The system of controlled movement allows one to obtain surface roughness profile in two dimensions.FindingsBy using aggregation (cut length principle), the roughness resolution is decreased and roughness profile is created without local roughness variation. After application of cut length principle, the direct combination of slices leads to the creation of roughness surface.Research limitations/implicationsThere exists plenty of roughness characteristics based on standard statistics or analysis of spatial processes. For evaluation of suitability of these characteristics, it will be necessary to compare results from sets of textile surfaces.Practical implicationsThe measurement of fabric roughness by an RCM device is useful as simple tool for description of roughness in individual slices and in the whole rough plane. This method replaces the traditional contact stylus profiling methodsOriginality/valueThe reconstruction of surface roughness from individual slices. The utilization of aggregation principle for creation of micro and macro roughness. The evaluation of roughness parameters based on the geometrical characteristics, harmonic analysis and complexity indices.
Investigation of the strength of ultrasonically welded sails
Authors: Vujasinović Edita , Janković Zeljka , Dragčević Zvonko , Petrunić Igor , Rogale Dubravko 
Published: June 2007

PurposeToday when the newest high‐tech fibers and sophisticated material constructions are used for the production of sails, forming 3D sail shape from 2D sailcloth has still remained very primitive because classic sewing techniques are mostly used. Since, the clothing and technical textile industry has been recently using some of contemporary joining techniques (ultrasonic, thermal, high‐frequency) replacing classic sewing, this paper seeks to investigate the possibility of ultrasonic welding in the production of sails, and the strength of obtained bonds.Design/methodology/approachConcerning the aim, sails were made employing the classic and modern (ultrasonic) joining technique whereby bonding parameters such as amplitude and welding speed, geometry of anvil wheels were varied. Objective quality evaluation of the bond made in such a way, was performed in order to be more exact about its strength.FindingsBased on the obtained results it has been concluded that ultrasonic welding may successfully replace the classic sewing of sails, selecting an anvil wheel with suitable engraving and optimal parameters of welding (speed and amplitude).Practical implicationsSelection of optimal welding parameters not only increases the sail's bond strength in comparison with classic seam, but also provides sail air impermeability, being one of the basic aerodynamic requirements for sail making.Originality/valueThis paper has presented the novel and successful approach in 3D sail shape forming from 2D sailcloth.
New measuring device for estimating the pressure under compression garments
Authors: Maklewska Elzbieta , Nawrocki Andrzej , Kowalski Krzysztof , Andrzejewska Ewa , Kuzański Wojciech 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to describe new measuring device designed for measuring the pressure exerted by textile products used in healing therapy of hypertrophic scars. The testing device called “Textilpress” has been used for verification of the usually used method of designing and manufacturing ready‐made compression garment products.Design/methodology/approachThe pressure measurement, realized by use of the “Textilpress” device, is an indirect measuring method, which is based on the Laplace Law. The investigations described in this paper concern the pressure measuring under textile bands placed on the models representing selected parts of the human body with pre‐set circumferences. For this purpose, rigid cylinders were prepared, covered by a layer of neoprene which simulated the susceptibility of human skin.FindingsThe investigations described in this paper indicate that the “Textilpress” test‐device may be used for pressure measuring exerted by compression bands on the cylinder surface. In order to estimate the pressure exerted on a particular body part with the shape close to a cylinder, a measurement should be carried out on a cylinder with a circumference similar to that of the selected part of the human body.Research limitations/implicationsThe “Textilpress” test‐device may be used by the manufacturers for measuring pressures exerted by compression bands (manufactured from knitted fabrics) on the cylinder surface of a pre‐set diameter. In order to estimate the pressure exerted on a particular body part with the shape close to a cylinder, a measurement should be carried out on a cylinder with a circumference similar to that of the selected part of the human body.Originality/valueAs hospitals do not possess appropriate measuring devices, which would enable one to measure the pressure on the scar exerted by the textile garment, the pressure efficiency and the appropriate fittings are estimated subjectively for the particular case. The “Textilpress” device enables monitoring such pressure.
Technical systems in intelligent clothing with active thermal protection
Authors: Firšt Rogale Snježana , Rogale Dubravko , Dragčević Zvonko , Nikolić Gojko , Bartoš Milivoj 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper seeks to examine the practical construction of a patented intelligent article of clothing with active thermal protection, outer shell with a variable thickness, system of thermoinsulating chambers, sensors and measuring systems, microcontroller and control system, actuator system and power supply system based on hardware aspect.Design/methodology/approachBased on practical construction and software aspect, a measuring and control program with algorithm of intelligent behavior is presented.FindingsAn intelligent article of clothing with thermal protection like a complex technical system consisting of a very complex architecture connected by different bus types to constitute a complex system acting synchronously and effectively controlled by the microcontroller containing the program which is based on the algorithm of the intelligent behavior.Research limitations/implicationsThe technical systems described represent a suitable basis for experiments and scientific research during the introduction of intelligent clothing with active thermal protection into human life.Practical implicationsIntroduction of intelligent clothing into human life.Originality/valueThe prototype of an intelligent article of clothing with active thermal protection was designed and constructed. At the moment it is being subjected to the first experiments of functional investigations of intelligent clothing with active thermal protection.
Effects of price promotions on the perceived price
Authors: Campo Sara , Yagüe María J. 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper seeks to incorporate the study of the effect of price promotions into the traditional scheme of perceived price.Design/methodology/approachThe model is validated with an empirical analysis and applied to the study of the purchase behavior of a tour package.FindingsThe results point out that price promotions directly and indirectly affect the formation process of perceived price. Thus, some differences are observed in the intensity of the above‐mentioned relationship according to the tendency of the consumer to seek advantageous prices. The results obtained might therefore be of great help to service managers in scheduling their promotional activities.Originality/valueA theoretical model that captures the effect of promotions in the consumer's price perception is configured.
Purchased business services influence downstream supply chain members
Authors: Vandaele Darline , Gemmel Paul 
Published: June 2007

PurposeSupply chain management and business networks have gained increased attention in services settings. The purpose of this research is to investigate the impact of external purchased services by a service provider on the satisfaction of downstream supply chain members, i.e. end‐users. The focus is on transaction‐specific satisfaction as it provides in‐depth information on specific satisfaction elements.Design/methodology/approachTo test the propositions, one business service provider purchasing a service from an external supplier is selected. Data are collected by sending a web survey to the business service provider's customers. partial least squares (PLS) is used to analyze the data as transaction‐specific satisfaction is considered as a formative construct.FindingsPLS analyses indicate that the elements determining satisfaction with the external supplier and those determining satisfaction with the business service provider differ. Moreover, transaction‐specific satisfaction of end‐users with the external supplier's service is positively related to transaction‐specific satisfaction of end‐users with the service provider's service. Furthermore, the strength of that relationship is influenced by the importance attached to the external supplier's service by the end‐users.Research limitations/implicationsFirst, the position of the customer in the supply chain influences how the service delivery is evaluated. Second, the relevance of service supply chains and business networks are confirmed. The relationship between supplier and provider and between provider and end‐user are interconnected. The strength of that relationship interconnectedness is influenced by importance attached to the purchased service. Future research is needed to extend the findings of this study to other services settings.Originality/valueThe results of the paper indicate that service providers should pay more attention to services purchased from external suppliers and to those suppliers' selection and evaluation, even when these services are considered less strategically valuable.
Great expectations? Heliocentrism, semantics and the records manager
Authors: Benfell Peter 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper sets out to explore the role of the records manager and to consider what is expected of them. It aims to encourage and challenge all information professionals to re‐examine and explore their own expectations of the recordkeeping profession in the first instance, and of the relationship between recordkeeping and other information professions.Design/methodology/approachThe subject is approached in the paper by considering changes to the ways in which records have been created and managed, and to changes in theoretical thinking about records, particularly the life cycle versus the continuum. This is used to support the argument that boundaries between different information‐related professions are blurring and that information professionals need to re‐evaluate their own expectations of themselves, and of the other professions.FindingsThe paper has developed a model which extrapolates shared elements of the information professions and consists of a central “meta‐purpose” whose attainment is influenced by four “purposing activities” and five “information aspects”. This model can be used as a framework to discern points of similarity/difference between professions and understand where points of potential conflict and complement might occur. The underlying thesis that the role of records managers continues to change and that the boundaries between professions are blurring is extended to all information professionals. Each is encouraged to understand more about the others and to acknowledge that understanding respective strengths is the best way to attaining a shared “meta‐purpose”.Originality/valueThe “characteristic model” for the information professions provides a new way of thinking about the similarities and differences between those who deal in information. It is of value to records managers in particular, but also to those working in the field of information.
Implementing international standards: first, know your organisation
Authors: Oliver Gillian 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to demonstrate that implementation strategies for ISO 15489 need to be tailored to suit organisations, taking into account their unique features as well as the broader cultural environment, including societal legislative and standards frameworks.Design/methodology/approachThree different organisational settings are described and compared in the paper.FindingsThe paper finds that strategies for implementation of international standards should be devised accordingly to suit different information cultures.Practical implicationsSuccessful implementation of international standards is more likely if the cultural characteristics of the organisation are understood.Originality/valueThis research will assist in promoting best practice in records management.
Education and training for records professionals
Authors: Anderson Karen 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to explore the definitions of and the differences between education and training and the role of each in nurturing and supporting lifelong learning for records professionals: records managers and archivists.Design/methodology/approachGeneral definitions of “education”, “training”, “competence” and “competencies” have been deliberately selected as an accessible starting‐point for reflection. Different models for competencies and the lack of consensus on what constitutes an appropriate competency model for the profession are considered.FindingsEducation provides new professionals with knowledge of theory of the discipline and helps them to explore current practice. It provides the information‐seeking skills and encourages a reflective habit that underpins independent lifelong learning. Training focuses on acquisition of specific skills and competencies necessary in the workplace. More is needed for a viable professional future; education for research is essential to the development of professional knowledge and for the survival of education programmes in universities.Practical implicationsProfessional associations as leaders of opinion and practice have an important role in finding the way forward. Although competency standards are more appropriate for evaluating training programmes, professional associations which have embraced competency standards have attempted to use them to evaluate education programmes, but prefer not to consider evaluating training programmes and training providers.Originality/valueThis paper aims to raise awareness of the need to give appropriate weight to education, training and research to ensure that records professionals are known for high levels of competence as well as productive reflection and creative forward thinking.
Career commitment among records management personnel in a State Civil Service in Nigeria
Authors: Popoola Sunday O. , Oluwole David A. 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to investigate the career commitment of records management personnel in a State Civil Service in Nigeria.Design/methodology/approachQuestionnaires were used to gather data from a population of 294 records management personnel in the 26 ministries/establishments of the State Civil Service. A total of 280 of them responded and their questionnaires were found to be valid for analysis. The response rate achieved was 95.2 per cent.FindingsThe study found that: there was no significant gender difference in the career commitment of the respondents, there was significant difference in the career commitment of single and married respondents; there was significant negative relationship between job tenure, levels of education and career commitment of the respondents. However, their was positive relationship between age and the respondents' career commitment. The results are based on Z‐tests at the 5 per cent significance level.Practical implicationsIt is recommended that the policy‐makers in the Osun State Civil Service should consider the biographical variables of the records management personnel when planning and making decisions on their career commitment.Originality/valueThe paper provides valuable information on the career commitment of records management personnel in the Osun State Civil Service.
Firm‐wide integration and firm performance
Authors: Chen Haozhe , Mattioda Daniel D. , Daugherty Patricia J. 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThis paper is intended to extend previous research by exploring the scope of integration and its impact on firm performance. In addition to, examining dyadic integrative relationships, the research also looks at firm‐wide process‐oriented integration.Design/methodology/approachLiterature on collaboration and integration was reviewed along with discussions with subject experts. The resulting survey was administered to supply chain executives. Structural equation modeling was used to analyze the relationships between the constructs of marketing/logistics collaborative activities, firm‐wide cross‐functional integration, and firm performance.FindingsThis research shows that marketing/logistics collaboration does not have a direct impact on firm performance when firm‐wide integration is considered. The results indicate that marketing/logistics collaboration increases firm performance through the mediation of firm‐wide cross‐functional integration. Additionally, dyadic collaboration needs the support of broader firm‐wide integration to achieve better firm performance.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper presents an initial quantitative study on the scope of integration. Future research should examine other influential factors and explore the relationship between internal integration and external integration. Further, studies should also investigate the order in which firm processes should be integrated.Practical implicationsThe primary implication is that firms can follow a path starting with focused dyadic collaborative behaviors involving as few as two functional areas and move towards firm‐wide integration of processes over time.Originality/valueThis paper shows that functional level collaboration (logistics and marketing) is a precursor for firm‐wide integration leading to increased firm performance.
An exploratory framework of the role of inventory and warehousing in international supply chains
Authors: Baker Peter 
Published: June 2007

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to explore the role of inventory and warehousing within international supply chains and, from this, to develop an exploratory framework that assists understanding in the area.Design/methodology/approachThe research is based on case studies of 13 supply chains in six companies, using pipeline mapping techniques, questionnaires, quantitative measures of lead times, and Likert scales to measure the perceptions of supply chain managers to risk.FindingsThe results indicate that, for these case study supply chains, the supplier lead times were far in excess of the customer lead times and that, with the exception of new product lines, demand therefore needed to be supplied from inventory. In addition, inventory was a common risk mitigation strategy against the possibility of random demand variability and transportation delays. Based on these findings, an exploratory framework was developed to integrate such factors as inventory reduction strategies, risk management and inventory control theory.Research limitations/implicationsFurther research is required to develop this exploratory framework in more detail so that it can help practitioners arrive at the most appropriate solutions. It is proposed that this is conducted initially in the fast moving consumer goods or retail sectors, so as to build on this research, and that this should include the upstream supply networks. Other types of industry sectors should then be explored.Practical implicationsIt is intended that the exploratory framework put forward in this paper can form the basis for further research in the area and to develop useful tools for practitioners.Originality/valueThe literatures on inventory control theory and inventory reduction strategies have been largely separate to date. The findings of this paper lead to an exploratory framework to start to bring these areas together.