bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
An assessment of product class involvement in food‐purchasing behavior
Authors: Drichoutis Andreas C. , Lazaridis Panagiotis , Nayga Rodolfo M. 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThis paper sets out to investigate the factors affecting product class involvement for food. Factors affecting specific aspects of involvement are also to be explored. The aim is to determine the factors that affect involvement with food and sketch the profile of consumers more likely to be involved or not involved with food. This paper also seeks to assess the factors affecting the importance attached to different aspects of food such as taste, price, nutrition, ease of preparation, and brand name.Design/methodology/approachBuilding on the literature a conceptual model is developed and empirically tested using survey data collected from supermarkets in Athens. Data were analyzed using probit and ordered probit analysis and marginal effects were calculated which show how much the level of involvement or importance is affected when a variable is changed.FindingsThis study finds that younger consumers, those with higher education and income who engage in nutritional label use behavior and do not prepare food for their household are more likely to have low involvement with food. Less distinctive characteristics are apparent for the highly involved consumers. Different consumer profiles are also associated with different aspects of food involvement based on importance attached to price, ease of preparation, nutrition, taste, and brand name.Research limitations/implicationsA caveat has to do with the localized nature of this study and therefore the limitations in generalizing results. Future research could use larger samples and other measures of product class involvement to test the robustness of these results.Practical implicationsThe study suggests that overall involvement with food, based on attribute importance, is affected by several socioeconomic and attitudinal variables. The findings also suggest that different profiles of consumers can be associated with different aspects or attributes of food such as taste, price, nutrition, ease of preparation, and brand name. The analysis can be used as a segmentation tool that can assist marketing management with marketing mix decisions, and in particular with promotional strategy in order to increase marketing efficiency.Originality/valueThe paper gives new insights on consumer segmentation. It provides the profile of consumers more likely to be involved or not involved with food based on specific aspects such as price, nutrition, taste, ease of preparation and brand name.
Buyer satisfaction with relational exchange across the relationship lifecycle
Authors: Terawatanavong Civilai , Whitwell Gregory J. , Widing Robert E. 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to explore how relational constructs (total interdependence, trust, commitment, cooperative norms and conflict) impact the buyer's relationship satisfaction across the relationship lifecycle.Design/methodology/approachData were collected through mail survey from a sample of 162 Australian buyers. Confirmatory factor analysis was used to purify the measurement scales and multiple regression analysis techniques using dummy variables were used to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe results indicate that interdependence and trust are associated with higher relationship satisfaction in the build‐up and maturity phases while commitment is associated with higher relationship satisfaction in the maturity phase. Unexpectedly, cooperative norms are found to drive relationship satisfaction in both the build‐up and maturity phases. Conflict, however, is not found to affect relationship satisfaction in the decline/deterioration phase.Research limitations/implicationsA limitation of this study is the unequal sample size in each of the relationship phases. It would be desirable to run a model consisting of the five relational constructs for each of the three phases.Originality/valueLiterature has suggested that the effects of relational constructs on outcomes vary across relationship phases. While this notion has been established theoretically, there has been little attempt to measure it empirically. This paper provides an empirical test of the important, yet unexplored, question of how different relational constructs have different effects on buyer satisfaction depending upon the relationship phase.
Exploring collaboration between sales and marketing
Authors: Le Meunier‐FitzHugh Ken , Piercy Nigel F. 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe study seeks to explore the antecedents and implications of collaboration between sales and marketing and further to identify whether there are benefits in terms of business performance of improving collaboration between sales and marketing.Design/methodology/approachThree exploratory case studies and a review of the literature are used to examine the antecedents to collaboration between sales and marketing. The case studies allow this fuzzy and undefined area to be clarified and existing theories to be empirically tested.FindingsThe study identifies that there are three types of factor influencing collaboration between sales and marketing: integrators, facilitators, and management attitudes towards coordination. The exploratory case studies establish that senior management plays a pivotal role in creating and improving collaboration between sales and marketing, and that there is a positive correlation between collaboration between sales and marketing, and improved business performance.Research limitations/implicationsThe limitations of this study are that it is qualitative in nature and the conceptual framework needs be tested through a large‐scale survey. In addition, the study considers only large UK organisations and, therefore, future research should consider expanding the study to overseas organisations.Practical implicationsThere appears to be an established relationship between the level of collaboration between sales and marketing and business performance. Further, the attitude of senior managers to improving coordination is critical to influencing collaboration between sales and marketing.Originality/valueThis study contends that sales and marketing need to collaborate rather than integrate and uses exploratory case studies to support the development of the framework.
The role of insurance in health care management in India
Authors: Gupta Hima 
Published: July 2007

PurposeHealth insurance in India has shown little development. It has not been able to evoke enthusiasm among Indian insurers. Consequently, several reports on Indian health care insurance have been produced. The purpose of this paper is to offer a review of this matter.Design/methodology/approachCritical review of related published and grey literature.FindingsAlmost 79 per cent of health expenditure is borne by private bodies and the rest by the public. Authors argue that to stimulate private health insurance growth, the Indian government should recognize health insurance as a separate line of business and distinguish it from other non‐life insurance. Particular emphasis is placed on the present health care scenario in India and international field generally. A global comparison of selected Asian countries, regarding their national incomes and health expenditure in public and private sectors, generates insights. Third party administrators (TPAs) facilitate a cashless health services for their customers and offer back‐up services to the insurance companies. Desired strategies and ways of furthering the role of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority in acting as a regulator for the purpose of ensuring the industry's smooth functioning is an issue for India's health services.Originality/valueInformation about the present complexities in the health insurance market has been gathered from various sources and summarized.
Quality improvement and paramedic care
Authors: Linwood Russell , Day Gary , FitzGerald Gerrard , Oldenburg Brian 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this article to review the literature relating to improving paramedic care in an Australian context.Design/methodology/approachThe paper presents changes and challenges that have occurred in the ambulance services in terms of improving care and measuring performance, exploring the literature on quality improvement initiatives and their application to pre‐hospital care.FindingsWhile hospitals and health services have moved well down the quality improvement pathway, the application of these processes to pre‐hospital care has been a relatively recent phenomenon. Ambulance services have taken a variety of approaches to measuring and improving pre‐hospital care. This article questions the transferability of lessons learned in hospitals to ambulance services. Arguably, the quality improvement approach is dependent upon health control and funding models and where ambulance is categorised in terms of health or emergency services.Originality/valueThe quality improvement approach by Australian paramedics and ambulance services is in its infancy. This article provides insights into the quality improvement approach taken by ambulance staff in Australia compared to other countries, as well as highlighting useful information on the future direction and research into the area.
Using case studies of ethical dilemmas for the development of moral literacy
Authors: Poliner Shapiro Joan , Hassinger Robert E. 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to focus on a case study, framed as an ethical dilemma. It serves as an illustration for the teaching of moral literacy, with a special emphasis on social justice.Design/methodology/approachInitially, the paper provides a rationale for the inclusion of case studies, emphasizing moral problems in university teaching. It discusses briefly the strengths and weaknesses of using these types of case studies in the classroom. In particular, it explains how both the rational and emotional minds can be addressed, through the use of these moral dilemmas, by introducing two concepts: Multiple Ethical Paradigms and Turbulence Theory. Following an explanation of the two concepts, an illustrative case is provided. This case deals with aspects of No Child Left Behind legislation that narrows the curriculum for some students. The underlying social justice issue of this case is raised. The dilemma is followed by a discussion of how to resolve or solve it by raising questions that relate to the Multiple Ethical Paradigms and Turbulence Theory.FindingsIt is hoped that university teachers will find that case study analysis, through the use of the two concepts of the Multiple Ethical Paradigms and Turbulence Theory, provides a meaningful and helpful way to promote moral literacy.Originality/valueIt is recommended that this kind of case study, framed through the use of a paradox, should be taught not only in educational ethics, but it can also be infused in many other courses in the university curriculum.
A transdisciplinary team approach to achieving moral agency across regular and special education in K‐12 schools
Authors: Zaretsky Lindy 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to propose a framework for integrating social responsibility within the accountability context now prevalent across the regular and special education contexts of Canadian and American schools while exposing readers to many of the different theories that exist concerning transdisciplinary forms of inclusive education.Design/methodology/approachThe author uses her experience as superintendent to create a system of inclusive and authentic collaboration amongst educators, parents, and specialists in the hope of creating a more complete plan for special education in her district. She introduces these collaborative teams to numerous various theoretical frameworks hoping to expand their views of what constitutes “acceptable” educational knowledge.FindingsResults from the full‐scale implementation of the new transdisciplinary model indicate that emergent collaborative sensibilities among team members are beginning to characterize educational work which reflects a transition towards a more socially responsible learning community characterized by qualities of transparency, honesty, inclusivity, interdependence, respectful reciprocity, trust, and caring.Originality/valueThe study furthers our understanding of special education programs and the different ways in which it is possible to improve the current special education system. The study introduces us to one specific study (related to special education and done by the author herself) while continuously relating that study to grounded and established educational and ethic‐related theory.
Developing moral literacy in the classroom
Authors: Zdenek Brad , Schochor Daniel 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this research is to identify and articulate the practical implications of the teacher's role in implementing a program related to developing moral literacy in students as well as identifying what is necessary for professional development opportunities intended to educate teachers in the realm of moral literacy.Design/methodology/approachA broad range of recent literature on the subject of moral education and moral literacy are utilized to identify best practices and potential pitfalls related to moral literacy program implementation in schools as well as the particular impact of teacher behaviors on program success.FindingsThe paper identifies a pervasive need for professional development opportunities for teachers expected by their districts to implement programs related to moral literacy in their classrooms. Additionally, the authors identify the need for teachers to address the need for community involvement, the development of their own moral literacy, synergy between program ideals and teacher behavior, and developmentally appropriate implementation.Practical implicationsThis paper serves as a condensed research base necessary for the development and implementation of a workshop intended to develop moral literacy in teachers and to showcase effective methods of integrating moral literacy across existing curricula.Originality/valueThis paper offers guidance for the development of an often overlooked form of professional development for teachers aimed at equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary for effectively integrating character development programs in their curricula.
Enabling the career development of female managers in finance and retail
Authors: Maxwell G.A. , Ogden S.M. , McTavish D. 
Published: July 2007

PurposeIn the UK financial services and retailing sectors there is a clear anomaly between the numbers of females employed and their representation at management levels. The aim of this study is to investigate the nature and significance of factors that actively enable the career development of female managers in these contexts, in organisations with an above industry average representation of female managers.Design/methodology/approachA cross case analysis of seven organisations, four from the financial services sector and three from the retail sector, forms the basis of the empirical evidence. In total 62 management interviews and 87 focus group participants contributed to the development of the case studies.FindingsRecognition of the business benefits of a managerial gender mix at a senior organisational level emerges as a significant enabler, as does the congeniality of the organisational context in terms of transformational management styles and supportive organisational cultures that limit reliance on impression management in career development. In more practical terms, flexible working arrangements as well as accessible training and development opportunities for all employees, emerge as an important enablers of career development for female managers.Practical implicationsThe results highlight the importance of the key human resource policies and their application by operational managers.Originality/valueBy adopting a cross‐industry study, the paper highlights that, while different barriers may exist for female career progression in each sector, a similar set of enabling factors are common to the organisations studied, regardless of sector specificity.
Career priority patterns among managerial and professional women in Turkey
Authors: Burke Ronald J. , Koyuncu Mustafa , Fiksenbaum Lisa 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThis research aims to examine potential antecedents and consequences of different career priority patterns among managerial and professional women working in a large Turkish bank. Two career priority patterns advanced by Schwartz were considered: career‐primary and career‐family. Previous research conducted in other countries has compared these career priority patterns.Design/methodology/approachData were collected from 286 managerial and professional women using anonymously completed questionnaires, a 72 percent response rate.FindingsCareer‐primary and career‐family women were similar on personal demographic and work situation characteristics. However, the two groups were significantly different on a variety of other measures. Career‐primary women were more satisfied with their jobs and careers, had more optimistic career prospects, were more work engaged, exhibited higher levels of workaholism and reported higher levels of psychological well‐being. These findings were somewhat different from those obtained in previous research suggesting possible country and culture differences.Research limitations/implicationsAll data were collected using questionnaires at one point in time making it difficult to draw conclusions on causality. It is also not clear the extent to which these findings would generalize to women in other occupations.Practical implicationsThe findings raise potential career development issues and their role in the satisfaction and well‐being of managerial women, these having possible career counseling implications.Originality/valueThis study replicates previous work and extends this to another county. Future research should be devoted to greater understanding of country and culture effects on the findings.
How increased enforcement can offset statutory deregulation
Authors: Vitaliano Donald F. , Stella Gregory P. 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to estimate the cost to US savings banks and savings and loan institutions with assets under $250 million of complying with the anti‐redlining Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).Design/methodology/approachCompliance cost is modeled as a type of inefficiency because the lending institution is required to favor higher cost borrowers whom it might otherwise choose to avoid. Inefficiency is estimated using a special form of regression with a two‐part error term that contains an inefficiency parameter.FindingsThe 1995 statutory changes designed to lessen the cost of CRA compliance are apparently more than offset by the increased enforcement efforts of the Clinton Administration, which was hostile to deregulation enacted by Congress. For the vast majority of small thrifts, annual compliance costs grew by $251,000 following “deregulation,” and for a small number of “Outstanding” (in meeting the goals of the Act) institutions, CRA‐related costs grew by $539,000. These increases represent a rise of about 3.5 and 6 percent of operating expenses, respectively.Practical implicationsGiven the wide latitude afforded financial regulators in the USA legislative changes regarded as “deregulation” also require a sympathetic and supportive administration to be realized.Originality/valueThe paper offers insights into how increased enforcement can offset statutory deregulation, focusing on the case of the Community Reinvestment Act.
Managing the competition risks of communication between competitors
Authors: Houwen Fred 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe study sets out to report and comment, from a competition law perspective, on communication between competitors.Design/methodology/approachThe study outlines the facts and presents an opinion.FindingsThe study finds that communications between competitors can give rise to serious competition risks. Such risks can be managed by putting in place a compliance programme. Such a programme should make employees aware of topics to avoid and topics that are safe to discuss.Originality/valueThe study shows how employees need to be aware of when an issue falls within a grey area of potentially problematic issues, so that they may seek advice where required. In competition law, prevention is better than cure.
Public relations and the free organizational publication
Authors: Somerville Ian , Wood Emma , Gillham Mark 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present and discuss the results of research conducted among Scottish communication professionals, which investigated their perception of and attitudes toward recent trends and future developments with respect to the free organisational publication.Design/methodology/approachThe mainly qualitative data presented in this paper were gathered using an in‐depth self‐completion questionnaire.FindingsThe paper finds that first, there have been significant changes in purpose, content, design and distribution of free organisational publications in recent years, but for the foreseeable future communication professionals envisage important roles for both print and electronic organisational publications. Second, practitioners tend to adopt the rhetoric and language of “technological determinism” when discussing new media technologies. That is, they tend to see themselves as relatively powerless in the face of “technological advances” and see their role as simply adopting what is given to them. This article argues that viewing the technology/society relationship from a more “social shaping” perspective will allow practitioners to utilise new media technologies in ways which will benefit them and their stakeholders.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper provides a more complete picture of the “value” of free organisational publications. Future research must necessarily investigate the viewpoint of the audiences.Practical implicationsThe paper draws lessons for practitioners on how best to employ print and electronic publications and how they should respond to current claims made about new media technologies.Originality/valueThis paper investigates what is, in many ways, a quite different new media environment from that analysed by previously published UK research in this area. This study also theorises practitioner discourses in a more comprehensive way than many earlier studies by examining them in the context of the theoretical debates surrounding the relationship between technology and society.
Promoting people‐focused knowledge management: the case of IDOM
Authors: Aramburu Nekane , Sáenz Josune 
Published: July 2007

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to provide a practical experience in a leading Spanish engineering company in order to promote people‐focused knowledge management and socialization and collective learning processes within the firm.Design/methodology/approachFrom an epistemological perspective, the survey assumes a phenomenological approach, aimed at achieving a holistic understanding and interpretation of organizational processes. The evidence‐collection sources have been documents and open‐ended interviews.FindingsThe case shows the paramount relevance of articulating a knowledge‐sharing culture throughout management systems and organizational policies and routines, in order to guarantee the alignment of individual and organizational mental models.Originality/valueThe value of this paper lies in providing knowledge management practitioners with a useful insight about how to achieve effective socialization and collective learning processes within their companies.