bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Alternative literature in libraries: the unseen zine
Authors: Koh Rowena 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThis article aims to show both the importance of collecting zines, particularly in public libraries, and the issues and challenges associated with the management of such a unique collection.Design/methodology/approachThis paper is based on the research of recent literature, zine‐related web sites, and library catalogues. Examples of current zine collections are frequently discussed.FindingsThe study finds that, although zines provide many challenges in the area of collection management, suitable solutions can be found. These challenges, therefore, should not be an excuse for the lack of zine collections found in libraries today.Originality/valueThis article provides a complete picture of the collection management of zines and discusses practical solutions to address the challenges involved by pointing several examples of successful zine collections.
Advanced Collection Development project in partnership with a vendor
Authors: Gyeszly Suzanne 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this article is to discuss a project to enhance Texas A&M University at Qatar Library's (TAMUQL's) engineering curriculum, graduate, and research programs with newly acquired monographs and maps.Design/methodology/approachThe project was carried out with the partnership and cooperation of TAMUQL, YBP Library Services and TAMUL.FindingsThe project succeeded in meeting the objectives of the project, which included supporting the needs of freshmen to senior levels of the liberal arts curriculum as well as those of the faculty.Originality/valueThis paper adds to the growing documentation of the value of working partnerships between libraries and vendors.
Dragons in the stacks: an introduction to role‐playing games and their value to libraries
Authors: Snow Cason 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to introduce the genre of tabletop fantasy role‐playing games and provide guidance in building an initial collection.Design/methodology/approachThe first part of the paper is designed to present the development of tabletop fantasy role‐playing games in a historiographic model, tracing the history of these games from the 1970s to 2006. The second portion is a bibliographic essay and critique of several noteworthy fantasy role‐playing games, including analysis of the settings and systems of each game.FindingsThe paper provides a history of the development of fantasy role‐playing games and provides guidance on how to start a collection. The study recognizes a lack of academic research on the topic and seeks to provide a brief introduction.Practical implicationsThe paper provides a clear concise history of role‐playing game development and balanced advice for librarians who wish to begin collecting role‐playing games.Originality/valueThis paper begins to fill the need for academic study of the subject and provides practical advice for collection development librarians.
Identifying and prioritizing critical success factors for coopetition strategy
Authors: Chin Kwai‐Sang , Chan Boris L. , Lam Ping‐Kit 
Published: May 2008

PurposeCoopetition is a revolutionary mindset that combines competition and cooperation. This paper aims to determine and to examine success factors critical to coopetition strategy management and to explore the identified factors in Hong Kong manufacturing.Design/methodology/approachBased on a literature review and expert interviews following the analytic hierarchy process, this paper identifies and prioritizes seven critical success factors and 17 critical success sub‐factors comprising three success factor categories: management commitment, relationship development, and communication management.FindingsThe results show that management leadership and development of trust are the most important success factors. Based on the factors identified, the authors propose a hierarchical model for coopetition strategy management, which has been validated in Hong Kong industry to facilitate the formulation of action plans for better coopetition management.Practical implicationsThe prioritization of critical success factors and sub‐factors can help practitioners understand their relative importance and develop improvement plans in cases where they lack sufficient resources to deal with all factors simultaneously.Originality/valueThis paper identifies the critical factors for implementing coopetition and also validates and prioritizes them in Hong Kong manufacturing industry. It provides valuable information that can help manufacturers accomplish coopetition.
Inventory inaccuracy and performance of collaborative supply chain practices
Authors: Sari Kazim 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThis paper aims to explore the impact of inventory system inaccuracies on the benefits of collaborative supply chain practices under various supply chain scenarios. To achieve this purpose, two popular collaboration initiatives are considered in a four‐stage supply chain. The first practice is a vendor managed inventory program where the distributor takes the full responsibility of managing the retailer's inventory. The second practice is a collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment program where all members work together to plan, forecast, and replenish the product.Design/methodology/approachThe study utilizes Monte Carlo computer simulation in an experimental design.FindingsThe analysis suggests that while the inaccurate inventory records result in significant performance reductions for all supply chain configurations, their impact is substantially greater for the supply chains where members collaborate more closely on key supply chain management activities. In addition, the author also realize that the adverse impact of inaccurate inventory information is stronger under the conditions where lead times are shorter and/or where demand uncertainty in market place is lower.Practical implicationsThis analysis provides a means for practitioners to realize the importance of inventory accuracy to successful adaptation of collaborative supply chain practices. Moreover, this research also helps in understanding the supply chain conditions where the attempts of eliminating or reducing errors in inventory information are more crucial and more beneficial.Originality/valueAlthough there is a range of research focusing on collaborative practices, none of these studies considered the errors in inventory information. This is the first study to investigate the impact of inaccurate inventory information on the benefits of collaborative practices.
Systemic yoyo structure in human thoughts and the fourth crisis in mathematics
Authors: Lin Yi , Zhu Wujia , Gong Ningsheng , Du Guoping 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe paper aims to show the existence of the systemic yoyo structure in human thoughts so that the human way of thinking is proven to have the same structure as that of the material world.Design/methodology/approachParallel comparison is used to reveal the underlying structure existing in human thoughts.FindingsAfter highlighting all the relevant ideas and concepts, which are behind each and every crisis in the foundations of mathematics, it becomes clear that some difficulties in the authors' understanding of nature are originated from confusing actual infinities with potential infinities, and vice versa. By pointing out the similarities and differences between these two kinds of infinities, then some hidden contradictions existing in the system of modern mathematics are handily picked out. Then, theoretically, using the authors' yoyo model, it is predicted that the fourth crisis in the foundations of mathematics has appeared. And, a plan of resolution of this new crisis is provided.Originality/valueThis paper shows the first time in history that human thought, the material world, and each economic entity, share a common structure – the systemic yoyo structure. And it proves the arrival of the fourth crisis in mathematics by using systems modeling and listing several; contradictions hidden deeply in the foundations of mathematics.
Wide‐range co‐existence of potential and actual infinities in modern mathematics
Authors: Zhu Wujia , Lin Yi , Gong Ningsheng , Du Guoping 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe paper aims to introduce the concepts of potential and actual infinities.Design/methodology/approachA conceptual approach is taken.FindingsIt is a common belief that both Cantor and Zermelo completely employed the thinking logic of actual infinities in the naive and modern axiomatic set theory, and that Cauchy and Weierstrass completely applied that of potential infinities in the theory of limits. However, when it explores in depth the essential intensions of both potential and actual infinities, and after sufficiently understanding the difference and connections between the infinities and revisiting the realistic situations on how the concept of infinities has been employed in modern system of mathematics, it is discovered that in set theory, the thinking logic of actual infinities has not been applied consistently throughout, and that in the theory of limits, the idea of potential infinities has not been utilized consistently throughout, either. As for those subsystems involving the concepts of infinities of modern mathematics, they generally contain both kinds of infinities at the same time. As a matter of fact in modern mathematics and its theoretical foundation, one only needs to slightly analyze and dig deeper, one will see the reality that the thinking logics and method of analysis of employing both kinds of infinities are everywhere implicitly.Originality/valueThe authors show the first time in history that the system of modern mathematics is not consistent as what has been believed.
Modern system of mathematics and general Cauchy theater in its theoretical foundation
Authors: Zhu Wujia , Lin Yi , Du Guoping , Gong Ningsheng 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe paper aims to show using a different method that any uncountable set is a self‐contradictory non‐set.Design/methodology/approachThe paper discusses the concept.FindingsElsewhere it is shown that in the framework of ZFC, various countable infinite sets are all self‐contradicting non‐sets. In this paper, the authors will generalize the concept of Cauchy theater, and establish the concept of transfinite Cauchy theaters. After that, employing a new method, they will prove that various uncountable infinite sets, as studied in naive set theory and modern axiomatic set theory, are also self‐contradicting non‐sets.Originality/valueThe concept of general Cauchy theater is introduced.
Toward a measure of service convenience: multiple‐item scale development and empirical test
Authors: Colwell Scott R. , Aung May , Kanetkar Vinay , Holden Alison L. 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to report on the development and nomological testing of a 17‐item scale measuring the five dimensions of service convenience (decision, access, transaction, benefit, and post‐benefit) as proposed by Berry, Seiders, and Grewal.Design/methodology/approachA cross‐sectional survey methodology was used to collect the data.FindingsReliability and validity assessments provided evidence of the scale's psychometric validity. Service convenience was found to be a significant predictor of overall satisfaction in the context of personal cellular telephone and internet usage.Research limitations/implicationsThis study uses a student sample which may limit its generalizability to other respondents. Also, the cross‐sectional survey methodology does not allow for the investigation of causation. Future research should investigate other contexts outside of the cellular and internet services examined in this study and across a broader sample. Furthermore, the ability to retrospectively rate service convenience, the trade‐off between price and convenience, and the continuum of convenience need to be investigated further.Originality/valueThis study provides psychometrically valid scales to measure service convenience as conceptualized by Berry et al..
“Switched”: store‐switching behaviours
Authors: Findlay Anne , Sparks Leigh 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate store‐switching behaviours for main food‐shopping consequent on a change in operator for a major superstore; to relate results to previous research findings on store‐switching levels; and to use the results to emphasise new directions and dimensions for store‐switching research.Design/methodology/approachA two‐phase random household postal survey on main food‐shopping behaviour was conducted in a central Scottish city. The two phases, separated by one year, bracketed the change of a main food store from Safeway to Morrisons. A proportion of respondent households in the two phases (45 per cent) was common and represents matched subjects, allowing investigation of store‐switching behaviour.FindingsThe aggregate switching rate is higher (27.4 per cent) than found in previous UK research, despite the locational/accessibility component being held constant. No aggregate differences between switchers/non‐switchers on socio‐economic or demographic grounds were found, confirming previous US research. The high level of switching is ascribed to a re‐evaluation of store choices/attributes consequent on the store changeover, confirming the notion of a “trigger” mechanism.Practical implicationsThe research has implications for competition authorities, other policy makers and retailers. It reveals the transient nature of a component of store‐switching and the store‐specific nature of store‐switching behaviour. Policy makers need to understand the baseline or natural switching rate amongst retailers generally and specifically in their area. Retailers can exploit further the store‐specific element of switching.Originality/valueResearch on store‐switching behaviour over time is rare both generally and specifically in the UK. This research provides evidence of switching rates which can be subject to confirmation/disconfirmation in other circumstances.
Attracting and retaining quality human resources for Niagara's hospitality industry
Authors: Willie Paul A. , Jayawardena Chandana , Laver Barrie 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to identify the best approaches management should embrace to successfully attract and retain high quality human resource talent within the Niagara region's hospitality industry.Design/methodology/approachA selected cross‐section of relevant and recent publications are reviewed. The key findings from a mini survey involving 14 senior hospitality managers in the Niagara region are shared.FindingsThis paper suggests that the hospitality managers should: understand the basics related to good human resource management practices; know the “fair market value” for each position; foster relationships with colleges and universities to tap into student labor; encourage mature workers to apply for part‐time work; and cultivate a good relationship with seasonal employees and educate them on the rewards of a career within the hospitality industry. Through the industry survey, it was discovered that hospitality managers within the Niagara region are already executing some of these strategies. However, it was concluded that a stronger working relationship with the seasonal employees is required in the region.Originality/valueTwo academics with hotel general manager experience in five countries join hands with the president for three four‐diamond hotels to write this paper. Given the background of the authors, it is expected that the viewpoints would be welcomed by hospitality managers.
Micro solid oxide fuel cells and their fabrication methods
Authors: Jasinski Piotr 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this work is to present the strategies and current state of development in the field of micro solid oxide fuel cells (μSOFC).Design/methodology/approachIn the paper recent strategies of conventional and single chamber μSOFC are described. Some examples based on the author's research are presented.FindingsIt can be concluded that scale down of ceramic technologies is still more popular than MEMS. However, MEMS‐based technologies become recently to be used more frequently.Research limitations/implicationsThe work is limited to the description of materials and technologies used in μSOFC.Originality/valueThe review presents very recent research in μSOFC. The results demonstrate critical areas in development of suitable technologies.
Handset‐based measurement of mobile service demand and value
Authors: Verkasalo Hannu 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to develop various measures and visualizations that reflect differences in the maturity and characteristics of mobile services. The visualizations and measures support market research processes with a recently developed handset‐based mobile service research tool.Design/methodology/approachA new handset‐based mobile service research platform was used in the study. This platform provides both questionnaire data and accurate usage‐level measurement data. The dataset included 695 Finnish smartphone users from year 2006, and 565 users from 2005.FindingsPenetration, usage concentration and usage diversity indices illustrate how mobile voice has already reached the mass market and consequently relatively small differences in usage intensities among end‐users exist. On the contrary, many new services such as multimedia and internet browsing still catch quite explorative instead of sustainable usage. User preferences towards emerging mobile services are more heterogeneous than towards mature services. The distribution of usage in new services is quite skewed, whereas more linear cumulative distributions can be observed with mature services. Service life‐cycle reflects in measurement results.Research limitations/implicationsThe research includes data only from early‐adopter users. In addition, many background variables are missing that could explain some of the results. In particular, the supply side of the market is inadequately modeled.Practical implicationsThe research shows that only a handset‐based data collection method provides accurate enough data to do cross‐service studies in today's more and more complex mobile service market.Originality/valueThe contribution of the paper is its unique data collection method, which makes this kind of accurate analysis possible. Handset‐based data can be efficiently used in micro‐level comparisons of user behavior or service usage patterns. Many of the studied services are such that, for example, network‐based research tools do not provide adequate possibilities for collection of data. The handset‐based research method is the only viable way to do accurate empirical mobile service research and demand‐side estimations in the kind of challenging cross‐service settings introduced in this paper.
Locating online loan applicants for an insurance company
Authors: Yang Heng‐Li , Wang Chen‐Shu 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThis study aims to investigate insurance policy loan applicant characteristics. Additionally, it reveals the behaviour patterns of heavy users who have applied for at least two loans. A policy loan prediction model is established which is designed to increase loan application rates.Design/methodology/approachThe proposed model is implemented using data‐mining techniques and comprises two mechanisms: a business rule generator and a recommendation mechanism. Two analytical approaches, the C.5 and Apriori algorithm, are employed to analyse the profile and browsing log DBs of insured individuals. The prediction model is verified by actual data from a Taiwanese insurance company.FindingsThe data‐mining results reveal that five attributes are ultimately used to establish the prediction model, namely: gender, marketing channel, insurance type, area of policy owner, and assumed interest rate. Additionally, the analytical results also indicate that insured individuals apply for loans as a result of arbitrage inducement. The accuracy of loan applicant prediction can exceed 70 per cent. Finally, some interesting patterns emerge for heavy users, such as the finding that loan applicants are used to applying for loans continuously (loan application repetition is on average two to three times).Research limitations/implicationsSome policy owners who are unfamiliar with the web interface prefer to contact insurance personnel directly to discuss their insurance needs, and thus no browsing records are available for such users. In such cases only the profile could be collected and analysed.Practical implicationsThe proposed model enables insurance firms to locate potential loan applicants according to the data‐mining results. As in the illustration scenario in the paper, insurance personnel can contact these potential loan applicants before they submit loan applications to the bank. Additionally, loan‐related information is provided for online insurance users based on their browsing logs. The loan application rate is thus expected to increase, along with interest revenue.Originality/valueAs long as the policy proceeds, the interest income from the policy loan seems to be a good option for extending insurance company operational earnings. Understanding the characteristics of loan applicants will provide helpful information. Besides, the proposed mechanism will be more appropriate to online users, who are unwilling to deal with unwanted information.
Planning and management of parks and green areas
Authors: Gowda Krishne , Sridhara M.V. , Rajan S. 
Published: May 2008

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss how to plan and provide for people's relaxation and engagement, cognitive and aesthetic needs. Symbolic of this is the green city image, which is obtained through planning and management of parks and green areas.Design/methodology/approachThe approach here is to note that Bangalore has gained all‐round importance as an administrative, trading and industrial center and a location for premier educational institutions along with large IT and BT industries. Also, it is a center of strategic importance, due to a concentration of defense establishments. The study observes the abundance of parks and avenue trees and green areas along with green median and traffic islands all through in the city, which provide shade and meet the purely ecological and aesthetic needs.FindingsThe study reveals the beneficial impact of green areas on the microclimate of the city, which also serve as outdoor recreation areas to the city people. The parks and green areas need serious rejuvenation as centers of social activity and they should cater to peoples' active and passive recreation needs and abate the stress of urban living.Practical implicationsThe implication of this study is the manifest importance of different local government authorities, institutional arrangements, NGOs with expertise to maintain parks and green areas in and around the Bangalore Metropolitan Area and of growing more trees and developing greeneries within the city of Bangalore.Originality/valueThis paper's value is to promote awareness regarding the complexities and importance of parks and green areas and their vulnerabilities and management.