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Understanding the determinants of ePharmacy services: the moderating effect of technology discomfort
Authors: Gani Mohammad Osman , Rahman Muhammad Sabbir , Faroque Anisur R. , Sabit Ahmad Anas , Fattah Fadi Abdel 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to understand the determinants affecting behavioral intention (BI) to use ePharmacy services. The moderating role of technology discomfort in the relationship between BI and the actual use of ePharmacies in the context of Bangladesh is also examined.

Design/methodology/approach
A descriptive, quantitative approach was used to consider the UTAUT-2 model. Using the convenience sampling method, 255 responses were collected. The data were analyzed using Smart-PLS 3.2 software to investigate the hypothesized relationships.

Findings
The findings reveal that website information, doctors’ services, performance expectancy, return policy, social influence, perceived reliability and facilitating conditions are significantly related to the BI to use ePharmacy services. Interestingly, the structural equation modeling results also confirmed that technology discomfort has no moderating effect on the relationship between BI and actual usage behavior.

Research limitations/implications
This research provides theoretical contribution by extending the practical knowledge focusing on the relationship of ePharmacy, BI and actual usage behavior by using UTAUT-2 model – a relevant and unexplored issue in the easting literature, offering several research opportunities as the future avenue.

Practical implications
The result highlights the economic and social relevance from the perspective of a developing country. As people are showing their intention toward ePharmacy, managers and decision-makers need to take strategic decision to overcome any difficulties. Policymakers need to improve their services for the expansion of ePharmacy through different development projects.

Originality/value
This study advances past studies on the use of ecommerce in the pharmaceutical industry and provides a general understanding of customers in developing countries.
Video-conferencing applications for educational continuity: an inquiry towards building institutional resilience
Authors: Lexman Rahul R. , Baral Rupashree 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to explore the role of Video conferencing (VC) applications towards building institutional resilience and facilitate educational continuity in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs). Through our study, we aimed to uncover mental reflections of faculty based on their experiences in using VC platforms for handling online classes.

Design/methodology/approach
Data were collected primarily through semi structured interviews with 25 Business school faculty from India, supplemented with data from observation and secondary sources. Following the Gioia approach, a conceptual framework was developed using the identified themes and dimensions.

Findings
The study revealed that low self-regulation, learner disengagement, need for top management support and instructor challenges were the aggregate dimensions that required focused attention while using tools such as VC applications towards designing effective institutional resilience interventions for educational continuity.

Practical implications
Findings of this study may help the policy-makers of HEIs in developing an effective plan to increase the effectiveness of educational resilience interventions in the digital learning environments. The implications are much wider than the scope of higher education landscape and may be extended to the corporate learning and development lexicon.

Originality/value
This study is an early attempt that employed a systematic qualitative approach to explore and capture mental reflections of faculty on the use of VC applications towards building institutional resilience for educational continuity during crisis situations.
Project control system (PCS) implementation in engineering and construction projects: an empirical study in Saudi’s petroleum and chemical industry
Authors: Jawad Sahar , Ledwith Ann , Khan Rashid 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThere is growing recognition that effective project control systems (PCS) are critical to the success of projects. The relationship between the individual elements of PCS and successfully achieving project objectives has yet to be explored. This research investigates the enablers and barriers that influence the elements of PCS success and drive project objectives.Design/methodology/approachThis study adopts a mixed approach of descriptive analysis and regression models to explore the impact of six PCS elements on project outcomes. Petroleum and chemical projects in Saudi Arabia were selected as a case study to validate the research model.FindingsData from a survey of 400 project managers in Saudi’s petroleum and chemical industry reveal that successful PCS are the key to achieving all project outcomes, but they are particularly critical for meeting project cost objectives. Project Governance was identified as the most important of the six PCS elements for meeting project objectives. A lack of standard processes emerged as the most significant barrier to achieving effective project governance, while having skilled and experienced project team members was the most significant enabler for implementing earned value.Practical implicationsThe study offers a direction for implementing and developing PCS as a strategic tool and focuses on the PCS elements that can improve project outcomes.Originality/valueThis research contributes to project management knowledge and differs from previous attempts in two ways. Firstly, it investigates the elements of PCS that are critical to achieving project scope, schedule and cost objectives; secondly, enablers and barriers of PCS success are examined to see how they influence each element independently.
Multi-criteria analysis of barriers to building information modeling (BIM) adoption for SMEs in New Zealand construction industry
Authors: Hall Andrew Thomas , Durdyev Serdar , Koc Kerim , Ekmekcioglu Omer , Tupenaite Laura 
Published: June 2022

PurposeBuilding information modeling (BIM) is a prominent concept to digitalize data collection and analysis processes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for a considerable percentage of the works performed in the construction industry. The adoption rate of BIM by SMEs is still, however, not at the desired level in the New Zealand construction industry. This study aims to evaluate barriers to BIM implementation for SMEs in the New Zealand construction industry.Design/methodology/approachThis study adopted four-step methodology to evaluate barriers to BIM adoption for SMEs. First, a comprehensive literature review, followed by a focus group discussion was performed to identify barriers to BIM adoption. Then, analytical hierarchy process (AHP) was used to assess identified barriers. Finally, experts’ agreements (both internal and external) were ensured by consistency analysis and Kendall’s coefficient of concordance (Kendall’s W) tests.FindingsThe findings indicate that (1) interoperability between software platforms, (2) lack of government mandate on BIM usage at project level, (3) high cost of acquiring the software and licensing required to use BIM and (4) lack of client demand for adopting BIM were the most significant barriers in terms of technological, governmental, resource and cultural categories, respectively. Further investigation of the expert evaluation showed strong consistencies (each expert separately) and agreements (among experts) in each AHP matrix.Practical implicationsPrimary focus should be training of local market (particularly SMEs) professionals as the shortage in qualified professionals makes the country-wide adoption challenging. The publicity in the local market can help SMEs understand how BIM is leveraged for further improvements in project performance.Originality/valueOverall, this research not only provides a roadmap for the widespread adoption of BIM within SMEs in New Zealand through analysis of the barriers encountered but also highlights the power that policymakers hold over the mass adoption of BIM within SMEs.
Developing non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) through building design
Authors: Marsh Alastair Thomas Matthew , Jahja Naufan Ashraf , Gleed Fiona , Peacock Oliver , Coley David , Codinhoto Ricardo 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
Physical inactivity has a considerable negative impact on health. Physical activity has reduced partly due to workplace and lifestyle changes, causing people to spend more time in buildings and increasing sedentary behaviour. The purpose of this paper is to address a largely untapped opportunity for designers and managers to improve building users’ health by designing buildings that raise users’ Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) levels. In this research a conceptual model was developed to assess buildings’ performance in providing NEAT-promoting opportunities through building design features and management, in relation to building users’ propensity for NEAT behaviours.

Design/methodology/approach
The conceptual model was developed by a multi-disciplinary team of researchers and data to populate the model was obtained through a survey of 75 buildings in Jakarta (Indonesia).

Findings
The presented proof-of-concept shows that the model’s “meso-scale” approach to study physical activity and building design can lead to potential improvements of NEAT levels and physical activity in buildings.

Originality/value
The review of precedent models shows that this subject has been researched at micro-scale (i.e. detailed monitoring of individuals’ movement) and macro-scale (i.e. epidemiological studies of populations’ health). The presented model is original, as it explores a “meso-scale”(i.e. building scale) that is unique.
Fossil fuel price policy and sustainability: energy, environment, health and economy
Authors: Mohamad Taghvaee Vahid , Nodehi Mehrab , Assari Arani Abbas , Rishehri Mehrnoosh , Nodehi Shahab Edin , Khodaparast Shirazi Jalil 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
This study aims to develop a price policy for fossil fuel consumption, as it is an effective instrument to manage the demand-side of energy economics.

Design/methodology/approach
This research estimates the demand elasticities of diesel, gasoline, fuel oil and kerosene by using static, dynamic and error-correction models in log-linear form.

Findings
The findings show that fossil fuel demand responds to price changes less than income changes, as fuel price is inelastic, but income is elastic. In that respect, the impact of price change decreases constantly with increasing energy price, followed by subsidy reform. Subsidy removal and price policy reformation is the UN recommendation for subsidizing countries, including Iran, to reduce fossil fuel consumption, whose intensity depends on the price elasticities.

Practical implications
As a result of this price policy, diesel, gasoline and liquefied petroleum gas prices should increase at least 1.8%–7.3%, 4.4%–6.4% and 7%–8.6%, respectively, and gradually within 2018–2030. The price policy improves all the pillars of sustainable development, including economy, environment and social (health). Overall, such a target can potentially save 3%–29% of diesel, 34%–56% of gasoline and 15%–20% of liquefied petroleum gas, as well as reduce 15%–40% of CO2 emissions annually, and can save potentially more than 510,000 lives annually. Thus, the energy price policy can fundamentally improve sustainability.

Originality/value
The estimated elasticities outline the required prices to decrease the fossil fuels, according to the UN mitigation targets, as price policy recommendation.

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Acting in concert leads to success: how to implement Industry 4.0 effectively across companies
Authors: Veile Johannes W. 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThe purpose of the study is to shed light on how to implement Industry 4.0 effectively across companies in buyer–supplier relationships.Design/methodology/approachThe study follows an exploratory research design and analyzes qualitative empirical data of eight case companies from the German automotive industry. The data are inductively categorized to uncover patterns and structures in a qualitative content analysis, whereupon a deeper data structure is developed.FindingsThe research reveals that a comprehensive implementation approach is required to pave the way for digitalized and interconnected supply chains. Several challenges occur during the implementation, such as system heterogeneity and resource scarcity. Prerequisites and fundamentals for a successful implementation include a vision and strategy, management involvement, and sufficient resources. Lastly, indications on how to conduct the implementations were found.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is based on an exploratory methodology, analyzing data from the German automotive industry. The methodology entails some limitations, and caution must be given when transferring the results to different industries and national contexts. Future studies could complement the findings by studying different contexts and including further supply chain levels.Practical implicationsManagers and practitioners can study the recurring themes in the implementation approaches and the best practices and subsequently learn from the experiences. This knowledge could aid to shape the strategy of companies accordingly.Originality/valueThe study empirically sheds light on the Industry 4.0 implementation approach across companies in buyer–supplier relationships and helps to understand the success factors and underlying mechanisms.
A panacea for small firm insolvencies? – A critical review of the pre-pack scheme launched in India
Authors: Kavitha D. 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
To augment the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, the Indian Government introduced the pre-packaged insolvency process exclusively for small and medium firms. This paper aims to critically review some of the key features of the process and also identifies potential glitches imminent in the initial years of implementation.

Design/methodology/approach
This study is descriptive and based on secondary data. The provisions of the pre-pack scheme, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code and reports on the progress of insolvency resolution in India are used to substantiate the observations.

Findings
This study shows that pre-packs would certainly help enhance the small and medium enterprise insolvency resolution process in India. However, the ambitious time frame can be adhered to only if the institutional framework for bankruptcy is strengthened.

Research limitations/implications
This paper is based on the initial regulatory provisions of the pre-pack process. Subsequent changes in regulations may affect the findings.

Practical implications
Some of the concerns in the process and the changes required to facilitate a smooth, speedy and efficient resolution process have been highlighted in this study.

Originality/value
Pre-packs are a very recent introduction to the insolvency regime in India. This paper makes a fervent attempt to explain the pre-pack process and the outcomes that can be expected in the early years after its rollout.
IT-enabled management of project complexity – An Action Design Research project
Authors: Mikkelsen Mogens Frank , Aaltonen Kirsi 
Published: June 2022

PurposeProject complexity has been researched much. The majority of publication is searching for law-like relations or development of descriptive frameworks. More prescriptive knowledge is needed to guide the project managers in navigating the project complexity in project managers' pursuit of success. Identifying the complexities of a given project is a real-world problem for project managers (Mikkelsenet al., 2021). The purpose of the paper is to investigate the research of prescriptive knowledge on the management of project complexity.Design/methodology/approachBased on a longitudinally case study, this paper uses Action Design Research (Seinet al., 2011) (ADR) to research the management of project stakeholder complexity. ADR is a variation of action research (AR) with inspiration from design science (Hevneret al., 2004) where an artifact is designed to solve a real-world problem. In this case study, an information system was configured in collaboration with the project managers of the recipient organization.FindingsThe findings from the research project are presented using the affordance theory (Gibson, 1977) as a framing concept and give special attention the affordance perception (Pozziet al., 2014). Among the project managers, who were very engaged in the co-design, the majority refrained from activating the information system and got the outside view from the stakeholders. Interviews afterward identified “fear of bad project ratings from the stakeholder” as the main course of resistance to deploy the surveying information system.Originality/valueThe paper contributes on two levels. The paper presents a novel approach to researching project complexity based on engaging the stakeholder in generating a common perception of the ongoing state of the projects. The paper also contributes insights into reasons for reluctance on the part of the participants (the project managers) of the recipient organization and hereby adds to the understanding of the organizational change aspect of AR in the research of project management. The paper concludes with the identified benefits of using ADR in research on project complexity management and gives recommendations for future research.
Loss-averse buyers' optimal procurement decision in a multi-sourcing under e-commerce surroundings
Authors: Xu Xinsheng , Ji Ping , Chan Felix T.S. 
Published: June 2022

PurposeWith the rapid development of e-commerce, multi-sourcing with supply contracts and spot buying has become more and more popular in reality. The main purpose of the paper is to explore a loss-averse buyer's optimal procurement policy in a multi-sourcing under e-commerce surroundings.Design/methodology/approachThe study introduces the loss aversion utility function to characterize the loss aversion effect and derives a loss-averse buyer's optimal procurement policy in a multi-sourcing with a wholesale price contract and spot market.FindingsA loss-averse buyer could order no items in a wholesale price contract and only needs to replenish commodities from spot market under certain conditions. In addition, the study shows that spot capacity has important influences on a loss-averse buyer's optimal ordering decision in the wholesale price contract.Originality/valueThis is the first paper to study the loss aversion effect on a buyer's procurement decision in a multi-sourcing. The results present important managerial insights for a loss-averse buyer to devise optimal ordering policies in a multi-sourcing under e-commerce surroundings.
Market participation among smallholder farmers in Tanzania: determining the dimensionality and influence of psychological contracts
Authors: Ismail Ismail Juma 
Published: June 2022

PurposeSmallholder farmers in Tanzania were investigated in this paper to determine the dimensions and influence of psychological contracts on smallholder farmers' decisions to participate in the market.Design/methodology/approachData were collected through structured questionnaires, of which a cross-sectional design was conducted in central Tanzania, the Dodoma region in which 467 smallholder farmers were surveyed. First, a preliminary Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was conducted by involving psychological contracts and market participation items derived from previous studies. This was followed by the Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) to verify the items obtained in the EFA. The regression analysis was then performed to test the causal effects of psychological contracts on market participation among smallholder farmers.FindingsThe path analysis revealed that transactional, relational, and ideological contracts have a positive and statistically significant impact on the participation of smallholder farmers in the market. Therefore, smallholder farmers have own set of expectations for participating in the marketplace. As a result, smallholder farmers' relationships with market participation decisions can be strengthened.Research limitations/implicationsThis study covered only smallholder farmers. However, future studies can include large-scale farmers, because psychological contracts and market participation difficulties also apply to them. This may increase the generalizability of the findings.Originality/valuePast studies have not extensively covered the psychological contracts in smallholder farming, especially in market participation. Based on prior empirical and theoretical research from other disciplines, the findings of this study contribute to a better understanding of the psychological contract framework and the significance of multiple psychological obligations between smallholder farmers and market management.
Adventures in the metaverse
Authors: Hirsch Peter Buell 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
This paper aims to highlight the reputation risks of doing business in the metaverse.

Design/methodology/approach
The viewpoint is a subjective review of the technical, economic and cultural underpinnings of the metaverse from a corporate perspective.

Findings
While still in its infancy, the metaverse poses some reputation risks inherited from the internet and social media as well as new risks of its own.

Originality/value
While there have been numerous examinations of the potential perils of the metaverse, to the best of the author’s knowledge, this viewpoint is one of the first to suggest an approach to dealing systematically with its reputation risks.
Barriers and enablers of TRIZ: a literature analysis using the TASKS framework
Authors: Mohammadi Ali , Yang Jiami , Borgianni Yuri , Zeng Yong 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to analyze theory of inventive problem-solving (TRIZ) in terms of knowledge, skill, workload and affect to understand its effectiveness in enabling designers to achieve their optimized mental performance.

Design/methodology/approach
TASKS framework, which aims to capture the causal relations among Task workload, affect, skills, knowledge and mental stress, is adopted as our methodology. The framework supports the analysis of how a methodology influence designer’s affect, skills, knowledge and workload. TRIZ-related publications are assessed using the TASKS framework to identify the barriers and enablers in TRIZ-supported design.

Findings
TRIZ has limitations on its logic and tools. Nevertheless, it could create a beneficial impact on mental performance of designers.

Originality/value
This paper provides a theory-driven TRIZ usability analysis based on the materials in the literature following the TASKS framework. The impact of TRIZ, as an enabler or a barrier, has been analyzed in accomplishing a design task.