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The effect of smes financing decisions on business performance in ghana: the moderating role of the corporate governance system.

The small and medium-sized business sector (SME) is very important for the growth of every economy and for creating jobs in many countries. However, in Ghana, SMEs are not doing well even though efforts have been made to support them. Many businesses fail within five years. Therefore, the study aims to investigate how the financing choices of SMEs affects their performance and how the corporate governance system in Ghana can make a difference. Within Ghana, the sample is drawn from diverse regions and urban centers, including but not limited to Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, Tamale, and other significant economic hubs. A crosssectional descriptive research design and quantitative research techniques was used. A survey was conducted on 120 SMEs in Ghana to gather primary data. The data was analyzed, and the responses was tested t using a computer program called WarpPLS. It was discovered that financial decisions do have a direct relationship with the performance of SMEs in Ghana. However, corporate governance which was a moderating variable proved not to have any significant influence on the nexus between financial decisions and SMEs’ performance. The findings of this research help one to understand how financial decisions impacts the performance of SMEs in Ghana. It also demonstrates how corporate governance system does not influence the relationship between financial decisions and SME performance. This information is beneficial for SME owners, policymakers, and investors who wanted to develop better strategies to help SMEs succeed in the long term.

Source: KNUST
The effect of social media marketing on indigenous textiles (kente and tie and dye) in kumasi

Social media has become a rampant or dominant force in the communication arena with more people joining every day and its development has cut across many industries for which the textiles industry cannot be left out. As the textiles and clothing industry is said to be one of the world’s oldest and most global industries, the study examined the effect of social media marketing on the sale of indigenous textiles particularly in kumasi. A survey was conducted and was divided into demographic, descriptive statistics and a presentation of data based using regression and correlation analysis to determine the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. The project adopted quantitative research designs and data collection where both primary and secondary data sources were used in the case study approach to arrive at the objectives of the study. Questionnaires were administered as well in collecting the primary data from respondent. In all, a total of 60 respondents were interviewed using purposive and snowball sampling to locate them appropriately. The results identified that; indigenous textiles played a vital role in the development and sustainability of kumasi serving as a provision of employment, improvement of mental health, and promotion of culture and tourism as well as reducing the overall income inequality and poverty. The study further showed that social media marketing tools used by businesses were dominated by the use of whatsapp for such purposes. Overall, the study revealed that an increase in sales, reduces cost of doing business, improves customers trust, and promote innovation and creativity. The end result of this ensured the effective promotion of indigenous textiles. Recommendations such as; formulation of developmental policy to support the kente and tie and dye industry, provision and enforcement of legal framework, promotion of culture and tourism, adaption and adoption of technology-driven ideas, and the use of social media for marketing purposes were to be taken into consideration.

Source: KNUST
The effect of socio-cultural practices on the growth of family business. The case of the Ashantis in Ghana.

Family firms are widely recognized as a major source of technological innovation and economic progress. Family business as have become conservative and unwilling to take risk to elicit entrepreneurial spirit, the study show how the family ownership and management could promote entrepreneurship. The paper aims to increase the understanding of family business and its contribution to the growth and development of the economy. The effect of socio-cultural practices on the growth of family business which is the backbone of the private sector in the economy. It is through the family businesses that innovations, creativity and entrepreneurship are unveiled for growth and development. Although there has been considerable research based on the psychological and economic approaches to family business, the influence of socio-cultural practices on family business development remains understudy. Therefore, the aim of this research is to integrate the various stakeholders from a theoretical perspective and elicit the various socio-cultural practices that affect the operations of family business. Also brief overviews of the challenges facing the family business have been highlighted for further considerations and research. The study also brings to light the problems associated with family firms such as family conflict over money, nepotism leading to poor management and infighting over succession of power from one generation to the next.

Source: KNUST
The effect of social media marketing on purchase intention among kwame nkrumah university of science and technology students

This research study investigates the impact of social media marketing activities on the purchasing intentions of students at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Employing a mixed-methods approach that combines quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the study explores the influences of various components of social media marketing on students' online shopping behaviors. The findings reveal that entertainment, interaction, trendiness, customization, and advertising are significant factors shaping students' attitudes and intentions towards online purchases. Entertainment content fosters positive perceptions of online shopping, trendiness enhances perceptions of product quality, interaction builds trust, customization personalizes recommendations, and advertising persuades purchase intentions (Das, 2019). The ubiquity of social media usage among students highlights the importance of these platforms in information-seeking and decision-making processes. However, challenges related to privacy, content credibility, and information overload emerge as crucial concerns. The study underscores the coexistence of social media and traditional marketing channels and advocates for a balanced approach that leverages the strengths of both mediums. The conclusions drawn emphasize the need for personalized and authentic content, consumer insights, digital literacy, data privacy measures, and a commitment to ethical marketing practices. Recommendations are provided to guide businesses, educators, and policymakers in harnessing the potential of social media marketing while navigating its evolving landscape responsibly.

Source: KNUST
The Effect Of Supply Chain Ambidexterity On Supply Chain Disruption Recovery: The Mediating Role Of Supply Chain Intelligence

The main purpose of the study is to examine the mediating role of supply chain intelligence on the effect of supply chain ambidexterity on supply chain disruption recovery in Ghana. Explanatory research design was used. This survey was quantitative. Convenience and purposive sampling was adopted and selected 200 participants. Data gathering relied on a questionnaire. Statistical study using SPSS v26 and SmartPls v4. Data was analyzed descriptively and inferentially. The result shows that SC ambidexterity positively influenced SC disruption recovery and SC intelligence. The result reveals that SC ambidexterity positively influenced SC intelligence. The result also concludes that SC intelligence positively influences SC ambidexterity and SC disruption recovery. The study concluded that managers should improve on innovative activities, discover new innovative activities from supplier and customer technical expertise, and use competitor goods as a standard in product design and know their strengths and limitations well in order to concentrate on improving supply chain process skills, aggressively seek supply chain innovations, and seek innovative supply chain improvements to improve on innovative activities, discover new innovative activities from supplier and customer technical expertise, and use competitor goods as a standard in product design and know their strengths and limitations well.

Source: KNUST
THE EFFECT OF SUPPLY CHAIN AGILITY ON HUMAN LOGISTICS PERFORMANCE: MEDIATING EFFECT OF LEADERSHIP

The aim was to investigate the effect of supply chain agility on humanitarian logistics performance: mediating effect of leadership. The specific objectives the study sought to achieve includes; to investigate the effect of supply chain agility on human logistics performance; to investigate the effect of leadership on human logistics performance and to investigate the mediating effect of leadership between supply chain agility and human logistics performance. A cross-sectional quantitative research approach was employed on a sample of two-hundred (200) respondents who were randomly selected. Questionnaire was employed using structured closed-ended 7-point Likert Scale. Descriptive statistics, such mean score, standard deviation, correlation, Multiple regression and Process Macro method were employed for interpretation. The study finding revealed that supply chain agility had direct significant effect on human logistics performance. The study revealed that leadership had direct significant relationship with human logistics performance. Leadership has full mediation effect on link between supply chain agility and human logistics performance. The study recommends that the firms should holistically developed supply chain agility framework that will serve as guideline upon which the firms and its actors along the supply chain can use in their humanitarian support activities to disaster victims. The implication is that it will help the firms to be successful in navigating change which will lead to effective preparedness and adopt to the new normal of quickly supporting disaster victims.

Source: KNUST
The Effect Of Supply Chain Connectivity On Eco Supply Chain: The Mediating Role Of Eco Innovation In The Mining Industry Of Ghana

The study aims to examine the role that eco-innovation in Ghana's mining industry plays as a mediator between supply chain connectivity and eco-supply chain. The quantitative data in the study were analysed using deductive reasoning, and the research design was a cross-sectional explanatory survey. The study's sampling processes, research equipment design, and analysis were all influenced by a quantitative methodology. The study's population referred to all of the permanent workers at the sampled Tarkwa Mining Enterprises. A total of 381 employees from mining and retail companies who have substantial first-hand knowledge of the issue under study filled out the survey. Using a method known as stratified sampling, the study chose the individuals who took part. The assumptions of the investigation were checked using Structural Equation Modeling (SmartPLS 4). Data were summarised using descriptive statistics in the study. The findings demonstrated the positive a significant effect of the supply-chain connectivity in the mining industry's eco supply chain. The research also showed that eco-innovation has a major effect on eco-supply chains, mediating the relationship between supply chain connectivity and eco-supply chain. Based on the results, managers in the mining industry may improve eco-supply chains by increasing connectedness and eco-innovation along supply chains.

Source: KNUST
The effect of supply chain management practices on organisational performance. The mediation role of process control and improvement.

This study examined the relationship between supply chain management practices and operational performance of firms in the Cape Coast Metropolitan area. Using simple random and convenience sampling techniques to select a sample of 100 respondents, the study administered questionnaire for data gathering, and a response rate of 75% was obtained. The study was built on descriptive survey design, based on quantitative strategy. Field data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics, applying mean scores, standard deviations and correlation estimates. The models developed were tested using multivariate linear and hierarchical regressions. The ordinary least squares estimation procedure was applied for generating and reporting the results. The findings show a positive significant relationship between all dimensions of supply chain management practices (top management support, customer focus and supplier management) and operational performance. Top management support emerged as the dimension with the strongest effect on operational performance. Further, the study found that customer focus management and supplier management practices have positive significant relationship with firms’ business process controls and improvements, and that process control and improvement fully mediates the relationship between supplier management practices and operational performance. The study recommends that managers should continue to provide supportive directions, guidance and resources for the design and implementation of strategic supply chain management activities.

Source: KNUST
The effect of supply chain sustainability orientation on operations at the Tema port. The moderating role of information sharing.

Stakeholder pressures drive companies to prioritize environmental and social responsibility, aligning with the increasing emphasis on sustainable operations globally, especially in supply chains. The study at Tema Port explores the impact of supply chain sustainability orientation on operations, considering the moderating role of information sharing. Employing the knowledge-based view theory and an explanatory research design, the questionnaire-based study establishes positive and significant relationships between sustainability orientation and operations, as well as sustainability and information sharing. Information sharing is identified as a significant moderator between sustainability orientation and operations. Recommendations include integrating sustainability into supply chain management for long-term benefits, emphasizing sustainability in organizational culture, and collaborating with stakeholders for effective sustainability implementation. Improved communication, information exchange, and enhanced supply chain transparency are crucial for minimizing early implementation costs and reaping long-term advantages. The study highlights the necessity of a collaborative approach, involving stakeholders in sustainable supply chain practices to achieve economic, social, and environmental dimensions in the triple bottom line.

Source: KNUST
The effect of supply chain management practices on organisational performance. The mediation role of process control and improvement

This study examined the relationship between supply chain management practices and operational performance of firms in the Cape Coast Metropolitan area. Using simple random and convenience sampling techniques to select a sample of 100 respondents, the study administered questionnaire for data gathering, and a response rate of 75% was obtained. The study was built on descriptive survey design, based on quantitative strategy. Field data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics, applying mean scores, standard deviations and correlation estimates. The models developed were tested using multivariate linear and hierarchical regressions. The ordinary least squares estimation procedure was applied for generating and reporting the results. The findings show a positive significant relationship between all dimensions of supply chain management practices (top management support, customer focus and supplier management) and operational performance. Top management support emerged as the dimension with the strongest effect on operational performance. Further, the study found that customer focus management and supplier management practices have positive significant relationship with firms’ business process controls and improvements, and that process control and improvement fully mediates the relationship between supplier management practices and operational performance. The study recommends that managers should continue to provide supportive directions, guidance and resources for the design and implementation of strategic supply chain management activities.

Source: KNUST
The Effect Of Stakeholder Orientation On Sustainable Procurement In The Context Of Manufacturing Firms

The main objective of this study is to investigate the effect of stakeholder orientation on sustainable procurement in the context of manufacturing firms. To address the major goal of this study, three specific objectives were formulated. The study employed a survey design to gather data from 264 managers from the manufacturing companies in Ghana were sampled. Participants in this study were sampled using the purposive sampling. Questionnaire was the main instrument of data collection in this study. Data gathered were analyzed using SPSS and Smart PL-SEM. Results were presented using table and figures. The results showed that customer orientation, public orientation and shareholder orientation all significantly influences sustainable procurement among manufacturing firms in Ghana. The study concludes that customer orientation, public orientation and shareholder orientation remain crucial if firms are to achieve improved sustainable procurement. It is therefore recommended that managers of manufacturing firm should pay close attention to both customer orientation, public orientation and shareholder orientation as they play essential role in their quest to achieve sustainable procurement.

Source: KNUST
The effect of sustainable logistics practices on organisational performance: the moderating role of environmental awareness and practices

Rising issues of sustainability have brought attention to sustainable logistics practices in supply chains. This study aimed to examine the moderating role of environmental awareness on the relationship between sustainable logistics practices and organizational performance. The study iv was motivated by the need to understand how environmental awareness influences the implementation and outcomes of sustainable logistics. Using the institutional theory as the theoretical lens, a quantitative study was conducted through a survey of 90 employees from logistics firms in Ghana's Greater Accra Region. Data was analyzed using regression analysis. The findings showed that sustainable logistics practices positively influence operational performance and customer satisfaction but not financial performance. Additionally, environmental awareness positively impacts organizational performance. However, environmental awareness did not significantly moderate the relationship between sustainable logistics practices and organizational performance dimensions. The study provides evidence that firms should adopt sustainable logistics practices to enhance operational performance. It also highlights the importance of environmental awareness in improving organizational outcomes. The findings will help managers make informed decisions regarding environmental commitment when implementing sustainable logistics.

Source: KNUST
The Effect of Sustainable Supply Chain Management on Green Performance in the Ghanaian Manufacturing Sector: The Moderating Role of Top Management Commitment

The study sought to examine the effect of sustainable supply chain management practices on green performance and the moderation effect of top management commitment. The study adopted the convenience sampling technique to a sample size of 110. Also, the study deployed the semi-structured with the help of google form to gather data from the respondents. It could be noted that, the Smart PLS4, version 23 was used to analysed the data. As indicated in the research findings, top management commitment insignificantly moderates the relationship between sustainable supply chain and green performance. the study found that, sustainable supply chain management practices positively and significantly are related, which support H1. Again, the study found a positive and significant relationship between top management commitment and green performance, supporting the Hypothesis 2. Further, top management commitment insignificantly moderates the relationship between sustainable supply chain management practices and green performance. However, future studies are therefore recommended to conduct a comparative analysis between the manufacturing and service sectors on sustainable procurement and its effect on green performance.

Source: KNUST
The effect of supply chain sustainability orientation on operations at the tema port. The moderating role of information sharing.

Stakeholder pressures drive companies to prioritize environmental and social responsibility, aligning with the increasing emphasis on sustainable operations globally, especially in supply chains. The study at Tema Port explores the impact of supply chain sustainability orientation on operations, considering the moderating role of information sharing. Employing the knowledge-based view theory and an explanatory research design, the questionnaire-based study establishes positive and significant relationships between sustainability orientation and operations, as well as sustainability and information sharing. Information sharing is identified as a significant moderator between sustainability orientation and operations. Recommendations include integrating sustainability into supply chain management for long-term benefits, emphasizing sustainability in organizational culture, and collaborating with stakeholders for effective sustainability implementation. Improved communication, information exchange, and enhanced supply chain transparency are crucial for minimizing early implementation costs and reaping long-term advantages. The study highlights the necessity of a collaborative approach, involving stakeholders in sustainable supply chain practices to achieve economic, social, and environmental dimensions in the triple bottom line

Source: KNUST