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Labor shortage solution: redefining hospitality through digitization
Authors: Morosan Cristian , Bowen John T. 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
The purpose of this research is to provide a critical discussion illustrating how novel business models can be developed using advanced information technology (IT) to overcome the effects of the labor shortage crisis and bring the industry back to the pre-pandemic performance benchmarks.

Design/methodology/approach
The methodology of this research is based on a thorough literature review of academic and trade publications, guided by an analytic approach that comprehensively discusses the multiple facets of digitizing the human-intensive legacy hospitality business models.

Findings
While broad in terms of multiple metrics, the hospitality industry has demonstrated an ability to incorporate IT-based business models within its legacy processes. The current hospitality context, corroborated with the lingering effects of the pandemic, requires the hospitality industry to address two important issues: chronic shortage of staff and unpredictable levels of performance of existing staff.

Originality/value
This research discusses a human–resource crisis from an IT point of view and articulates several IT-based strategic solutions that should help hospitality organizations mitigate the effects of this crisis.
Temporal team switching after the elimination of the supported team at a knockout tournament
Authors: Latypova Endzhe , Matsuoka Hirotaka 
Published: June 2022

PurposeWhile the tournament format is common within organized sports, little is known about the supporting behavior of tournament event fans. The defeat of the supported team and its' subsequent elimination could influence how fans associate themselves with the event. Hence, the present study aims to investigate the fans' responses to the favorite team's elimination at a knockout tournament focusing on whether they are willing to continue following the event and choose another team to support.Design/methodology/approachIn this paper fans' temporal switching behavior was explored in relationships with fans' identification with geographic area, sport itself and teams. The audience watching the Japanese National High School Baseball Championship was targeted for the online survey in March 2020, resulting in the final sample of 502 (287 observations used for reliability and validity tests).FindingsIndependent sample t-tests and logistic regression were employed in the study. 80% of respondents intended to continue following the tournament, which was associated with a higher attachment to sports. Place attachment by itself was not associated with the intention to continue. Most of the respondents who chose a certain team to support after the favorite team's elimination have retained their pattern of choosing the team (63.9%). Interestingly, fans with higher place attachment not only choose to continue following the tournament after their prefectural team's elimination but were willing to support another team from the same region.Originality/valueThis is one of the first papers providing evidence of tournament fan behavior and temporal switching.
The vulnerability of technology-based business during COVID-19: an indicator-based conceptual framework
Authors: Kamalipoor Mahsa , Akbari Morteza , Hejazi Seyed Reza , Nazarian Alireza 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
COVID-19 has affected most business activities, including technology-based business. The higher the business vulnerability rating, the greater the impacts. After identifying three dimensions of vulnerability (exposure, business sensitivity and response capacity), this study aims to determine the potential components and indicators of the vulnerability of technology-based businesses.

Design/methodology/approach
Using the indicator approach, a comprehensive vulnerability model was developed for assessing the vulnerability of the technology-based business against COVID-19.

Findings
In this study, COVID-19, as a biological threat and an exogenous shock, was considered the exposure dimension. Business characteristics, job characteristics, business owner-manager demographics, product and supplier characteristics were identified as the sensitivity dimension, while resources, human capital, technological capitals, social capitals, institutional capitals, infrastructures, management capacity and supply chain capabilities were defined as the adaptive business capability or response capacity. To determine vulnerability and response capacity against exogenous shocks and a pandemic crisis, the framework can act as a useful checklist for managers and owners of technology-based businesses.

Originality/value
Research on the COVID-19, especially in the technology-based business, is still at the emergent stage. This study is a pioneering effort to review the literature on business vulnerability and provide a framework to reduce business vulnerability using the indicator-based approach.
Existential dependence relations of documents in the context of preservation
Authors: Shiozaki Ryo 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThis paper re-examines the ontology of documents, especially digital ones, in the context of preservation, which presumes the actual existence of things. It also explores which aspects of documents are retained or lost over the course of time.Design/methodology/approachThis study detangles the complexities of existential dependence relations of documents, by selectively reviewing literature on digital preservation, document theory, John Searle's social ontology, Maurizio Ferraris' documentality, and Amie Thomasson's categorial ontology.FindingsThe author argues that (1) existing objects can be documents, insofar as perceivers regard them as such; (2) documents are social objects as they depend on other objects, including creators, perceivers, and other documents; and (3) preserving digital documents entails the curation of dependence relations since they inherently have technologically dependent relations.Practical implicationsA clarification of the existential dependence relations of documents can aid documentary heritage institutions in determining preservation goals and strategies. Future research must address how, and to what extent, such dependence relations can be curated.Originality/valueThis paper clarifies that the preservation of documents entails the curation of dependence relations, and the critical issue in preservation is how to best preserve the dependence relations of documents, especially since digital documents available on the Internet inherently have technological and dynamic dependence relations.
The double-edged sword of social media usage during the COVID-19 pandemic: demographical and cultural analyses
Authors: Alshare Khaled A. , Moqbel Murad , Merhi Mohammad I. 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThis exploratory research aims to (1) investigate the bright and dark sides of social media use during the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) explore the impact of demographic factors on social media usage; and (3) assess the effects of cultural dimensions on social media usage.Design/methodology/approachThe data are collected through an online survey. Factors derived from grounded theories and models such as affordance theory and Hofstede's cultural framework were considered. Spearman correlation and nonparametric analysis were used to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe results revealed that social media usage was positively associated with healing and affiliation, and negatively associated with self-control. There are also positive associations between social media usage and sharing information related to COVID-19 without verification, perceived reliability of COVID-19 information on social media and relapse. The impact of demographic and cultural factors indicated significant effects of gender, age, marital status, educational level, power distance and collectivism on social media usage, sharing information, perceived information reliability, healing and affiliation.Originality/valueThis study contributes to technology affordances by examining social media's positive and negative affordances in a new context (COVID-19 pandemic). From the positive side, this study explores the use of social media for healing and affiliation. As for the negative impact of social media during the pandemic, this study assesses the user's addiction to social media use (relapse) and perception of the social media information reliability and information sharing without verification. It is among few research endeavors conducted in a non-Western country. This study also examines the influence of demographic and cultural factors on social media users. The results provide insights for both researchers and policymakers regarding social media usage.
GEO and sustainable performance: the moderating role of GTD and environmental consciousness
Authors: Tze San Ong , Latif Badar , Di Vaio Assunta 
Published: June 2022

PurposeCongruent with the world-wide call to combat global warming concerns and advance intellectual capital (IC), organisations are being pressured to ensure that IC is managed effectively to encourage green initiatives. In this regard, green entrepreneurial orientation (GEO) is emerged as a relevant IC. GEO is recognised as a mitigating factor of environmental degradation in the literature. Although prior literature has observed the nexus between GEO and firm performance, the role of GEO in leveraging sustainable performance has been limitedly explored. This study explored the relationship between IC as a GEO and enterprises' sustainable performance through the moderating roles of environmental consciousness and green technology dynamism (GTD) in the context of two developing countries (Pakistan and Malaysia).Design/methodology/approachData provided by 296 respondents from 264 manufacturing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Pakistan and Malaysia were analysed through a three-wave research design. AMOS 23 software was used to perform covariance-based structural equation modelling (CB-SEM), while hierarchical regression analysis was applied using the SPSS 25 software to examine the causal relationships in the model.FindingsIC as a GEO significantly influences sustainable performance, akin to environmental consciousness and GTD. Besides, GTD has a significant moderating effect between GEO and financial and environmental performance in Pakistan and Malaysia but not between GEO and social performance. Environmental consciousness has a significant moderating role in the impact of GEO on financial performance in Pakistan and Malaysia, but not on social and environmental performance.Practical implicationsThe study's findings are useful for managers of Pakistani and Malaysian manufacturing SMEs to identify ways to encourage GEO to improve sustainable performance in their firms. The findings suggest that managers should effectively implement GTD and environmental consciousness to strengthen the GEO and sustainable performance relationship. Managers can use GEO concretely as a reference for the companies that intend to support the United Nation SDG-2030 agenda and to find new business opportunities for the implementation of sustainable development.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors' knowledge, this study is the first to examine the link between GEO and sustainable performance in developing countries such as Pakistan and Malaysia. Although the influence of various intangible assets or IC on sustainable performance has been widely examined in the literature, the role of GEO as IC has been limitedly explored. This study extends the literature by adding to the knowledge of GEO as a form of firms' IC that enhances boundary conditions in developing countries.
A transformative service research perspective on caste-based discrimination in microcredit lending in India
Authors: Meshram Kanika , Venkatraman Rohan 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThis research aims to address the transformative service research (TSR) agenda by examining the issue of caste-based financial exclusion in microcredit lending services in India. To do so, it draws on statistical discrimination theory from labour economics to develop and test a multi-level prosocial service orientation framework.Design/methodology/approachSurvey data come from 238 loan officers and 250 lower caste loan applicants across 43 microfinance institutions (MFIs) in India. The data are analysed using hierarchical linear modelling, a method appropriate for investigating micro- and macro-level organisational variables.FindingsAt the micro level, the service orientation factors of social dominance orientation and algorithmic-driven lending decisions affect financial exclusion of lower caste bottom-of-the-pyramid (BoP) vendors. At the macro level, the service orientation mechanism of inclusive service climate reduces caste-based financial exclusion, while the level of lending risk to reduce discrimination receives no support.Research limitations/implicationsResearch in other contexts is warranted to confirm the prosocial service orientation model. Methodological challenges at the BoP also present avenues for insightful work.Social implicationsThe study shows the importance of an inclusive service climate and reassessment of algorithmic-driven lending decisions to eliminate caste-based indicators in lending decisions. It also recommends policy reform of caste-based affirmative action at the macro- and micro-levels of lending decisions.Originality/valueThis research extends the TSR agenda to include caste-based discrimination in prosocial services. It takes a multidisciplinary perspective on services research by incorporating statistical discrimination theory from labour economics to extend understanding of service orientation.
Guest editorial: Historical perspectives on corporate governance debate and introduction to the special issue on corporate governance and sustainability
Authors: Dandapani Krishnan , Shahrokhi Manuchehr 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThe purpose of this study is the development of an integrated framework between corporate governance and sustainability, based on the advancements within the field of contemporary governance leading to a renewed focus on sustainable development.Design/methodology/approachIn this paper, the authors provide succinct summary of the evolution of corporate governance over the past century from an historical perspective: starting with the early work of Berle and Means – which focuses on the legal separation of ownership and control – and the subsequent challenges within this framework – all the way to analyzing the major impact of Nobel Laureate Milton Freidman’s work on corporate goals and governance. The authors' approach identifies the key transformation of corporate goals and corporate goals' paradigm shift in progression and focus within corporate houses over time, including how these are approached in the present day by integrating the concept of primacy of all stakeholders. The authors relate this to contemporary developments in the Business Round table and the United Nations’ adoption of the2030 Agenda for Sustainable DevelopmentGoals.The authors also identify specific corporate governance themes within global economic forums, as well as the critical interlinkages needed by all global corporations to achieve sustainable growth.FindingsThe primary objectives of the corporate governance themes adopted by global economic forums this decade are in the best interest of all stakeholders – including customers, employees, regulators, local communities, and shareholders. This applies both during periods of relative stability and during crises. A review of the good corporate governance relies on internal mechanisms such as the structure of a board and incentives for management, and on external mechanisms such as institutions that demand accountability. All these mechanisms are important as the mechanisms form the core of how (and for whom) corporations generate value. Ultimately, optimal corporate governance can help deliver both economic gains and societies that value all.Practical implicationsWith globalization, the public has higher expectations from corporate CEOs than in the past. Corporate leaders have the ultimate responsibility for creating an organizational culture that supports trust and ensures that corporate leaders' management and employees embody and act on the stated values and mission of their organization. Areas of increased social expectations that require the attention of boards of directors include diversity, transparency, equal opportunity, and eliminating all forms of harassment.Originality/valueThis study identifies a viable agenda for global corporations based on concurrent developments to achieve sustainable development and growth. The recent related research work is also presented.
Leveraging joint distribution in urban express delivery to lessen environmental impacts: a case study
Authors: Hong Jiangtao , Zhan Chenlin , Lau Kwok Hung 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
This paper aims to explore the use of joint distribution to reduce environmental cost of express delivery in urban logistics.

Design/methodology/approach
An optimization model was developed to help design the joint distribution network. A real case in Songjiang University Town of Shanghai, China, was used to explore empirically the potential benefit of the design. Performance of the proposed joint distribution was compared with that of the current distribution design using separate deliveries.

Findings
The findings show that, using joint distribution in express delivery, a significant saving in economic cost (up to a reduction of 25%) and environmental cost (up to a reduction of 87%) can be achieved.

Research limitations/implications
This study provides a reference for joint distribution network design for last-mile delivery in urban logistics.

Practical implications
Express delivery companies can explore the use of joint distribution to reduce operating cost and increase distribution efficiency of the industry.

Social implications
Joint distribution can facilitate maximization of vehicle utilization and reduction of delivery trips. This will help reduce fuel consumption, carbon emission, as well as other externalities, such as noise and traffic congestion.

Originality/value
Research in joint distribution to date focuses mainly on reduction in operating cost only. Consideration of environmental impact is relatively limited. This paper fills the gap in the literature by using a real case to illustrate the significant benefit of joint distribution in reducing the negative impact of urban logistics on the environment.
Instrumental and normative pathways to police legitimacy: why do people cooperate with the police?
Authors: Lee Sung Uook , Hamm Joseph , Lee Yoon Ho 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThe majority of legitimacy research has been conducted in low-power distance societies such as America, England, Australia, etc. We test the relative impact of normative and instrumental judgments on police legitimacy in a high-power distance society. It is hypothesized that in this context, individuals in high-power distance societies, such as South Korea, will put a larger emphasis on the instrumental model of legitimacy and less on the relational model of legitimacy.Design/methodology/approachThis study examines the pathways to police legitimacy and cooperation. Using a convenience sample of Korean college students, the impact of instrumental and normative pathways on the perception of police legitimacy is examined. Based on Hofstede's (2001) power-distance theory, we hypothesize that South Koreans, with relatively high-power distance, should emphasize the instrumental pathway of police legitimacy more compared to the normative pathway of police legitimacy.FindingsThe results indicated that opposite to what we have hypothesized, South Korean college students still emphasized the normative pathways to police legitimacy more importantly. While procedural justice significantly predicted both trustworthiness and obligation to obey the police, police effectiveness only significantly predicted trustworthiness and failed to predict obligation to obey.Originality/valueThe majority of police legitimacy research has been conducted in the Western context. A small amount of research focusing on non-Western settings has been conducted, but still requires more attention. The current research adds to the body of police legitimacy literature in the Korean context. Implications for future research and policy are discussed.
New missense mutation p.Trp387Ser affecting the functionally important TrpXXTrp motif in the TSR1 repeat of ADAMTS13 metalloproteinase: Case report
Authors: Poznyakova Julia , Pshenichnikova Olesya , Surin Vadim , Klebanova Elizaveta , Galstyan Genady 
Published: June 2022

AbstractUpshaw‐Schulman syndrome (USS)—rare autosomal recessive disease that affects <1/1 000 000 individuals. It is characterized by the massive formation of platelet thrombi in the microcirculation accompanied by haemolytic anaemia, thrombocytopenia and clinical and laboratory signs of renal and neurological failure. USS is caused by mutations in the ADAMTS13 gene. Mutations in the ADAM metallopeptidase with thrombospondin type 1 motif 13 (ADAMTS13) gene can lead to disruption of secretion of this enzyme, or to decrease of enzyme proteinase activity without effect on ADAMTS13 secretion. The aim of this work is to describe a clinical case of USS caused by a new missense mutation in the ADAMTS13 gene. The diagnosis of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura was based on clinical signs and confirmed if plasma ADAMTS13 activity was <10%. ADAMTS13 gene sequencing was performed by the Sanger method using oligonucleotide primers of our own design. We found a new, undescribed mutation p.Trp387Ser in a TrpXXTrp motif. Previously, a pathogenic variation disrupting the 387TrpSerSerTrp390 motif of the ADAMTS13 protein was detected only once. Clinical picture of a patient with the combination of the p.Trp387Ser and p.Arg1060Trp variations is quite similar to that of the homozygous state of p.Arg1060Trp variant.