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The effect of strategic risk management on project delivery; a case study of the construction industry in Ghana

Managing risks in construction projects is recognized as a very important management process which enables the achievement of project objectives in terms of time, cost and quality. However, until now most of the previous studies have focused attention on some aspects of construction risk management rather than using a systematic and holistic approach to identify, analyze their impacts and adopt management options to mitigate the effect of these risks. This study sought to identify and analyze the effect of risks associated with the delivery of construction projects from the perspectives of identified stakeholders in the Construction Industry in Ghana (CIG). Additionally, the study sought to identify if risk issues are been managed strategically in the CIG. The researcher utilized a convenient sampling method to collect data but where necessary face to face interviews were conducted. The study identified that there is lack of in-depth understanding and knowledge of the inherent risks issues and the impact among the stakeholders in the CIG. There were also no strategic risk models or process which have been developed for the CIG. The lack of knowledge was attributed to lack of curriculum in the tertiary institution on risk, even though the subject is gradually been introduced at the Master of Business Administration Level. Further, the research found that the main risk impacting on the CIG is financial which stems from overdue payments to Contractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Subcontractors etc. This research also found that the construction stage is the phase which risk impact is most exacerbated. The research did not identify any risk management processes or procedures laid down for CIG. The researcher identifies that policy makers should formulate suitable SRM options for the CIG to enable the judicious use of government funds on construction projects and avoid or reduce the infantile demise of a chunk of the projects or the few completed projects not outlasting their designed life. In concluding, setting realistic Time, Cost and Quality targets is critical and all stakeholders on a project must work collaboratively from the feasibility phase to execution phase to ensure the successful delivery of construction the project.

Source: KNUST
The effect of stress on job satisfaction and employee attitude: A case study of Guinness Ghana Limited

Stress management at the workplace has fundamental challenges. This is because most employees experience stress as the demands made on them do not match the resources available to meet their needs and motivation. This invariably affect their job satisfaction and attitude towards work. The focus then must be on ways of eliminating or reducing those work environments that causes job stress. Thus it is worthwhile to study how the adoption of good stress management practices will impact positively on employee job satisfaction and attitude. Guinness Ghana limited was chosen as a case study because it is one of the best and prominent manufacturing companies in Ghana. This is to determine if they are adopting the right strategies and policies to solve the stress challenges of employees. The survey method included a structured questionnaire and semi structured interviews and site visits. Questionnaires were sent to 107 managers of Guinness Ghana limited as they are knowledgeable and qualified enough as respondents for the study. 76 were returned, but 72 were used for the analysis as four were not properly answered. Microsoft Excel and Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS Version 16) and Relative importance indices ranking were used as the analysis tool. The research findings indicate the 69.4% of the respondents who are all managers of the company are happy with the stress management strategy. Respondents also believe their job satisfaction and productivity will increase if stress is reduced and the right working environment is created. It is recommended that the workload given to managers must match the employees‟ abilities and resources whilst unrealistic targets must be avoided by involving managers in the target setting process. Managers also need to be trained on how to manage stressful situations. The employer must also make effective stress management an ongoing process to continually make managers of the company happy with the stress management strategy of the company.

Source: KNUST
The Effect of Supervision on Staff Performance in Ga South Municipal Education Directorate

Although supervision has always been integral to every organization in Ghana, it has either been ignored or received with little attention in the past years. The study was designed to explore the effect of supervision on staff performance in the Ga South Municipal Education Directorate. It investigated the type, nature, challenges and effects. The study argues that while provision of infrastructure and personnel are vital for ensuring quality staff performance; the absence of supervision could lead to low performance. The study employed the desciptive survey as the research design. The simple random and purposive random sampling were used, to gather and collate first hand information relevant to the study from respondents in order to access the effect of supervision on staff performance. In all 50 respondents including directors, external supervisors, circuit supervisors and other staff (training officers, budget officers and administrators).These respondents provided information relevant to the study. The outcome of the study indicated that while majority of internal supervisors preferred and advocate for greater emphasis on internal supervisors, the external supervisors (from regional office) preferred the promotion of both systems in the Education Directorate. It also came to light that supervision cannot be overlooked since it is a major tool for better staff performance giving the right supervisors, right tools and right resources. The study showed that appraisal results are important for counseling sessions since staff expects that they are directed where they fall short. Supervision cannot have effect on performance if staff job satisfaction is down played. For improved performance, supervisors must make staff job satisfaction their top priority.

Source: KNUST
Effect of supplier selection on procurement performance of organizations in Ghana

The study attempted to investigate the moderating role of supplier collaboration in the relationship between supplier selection (strategic and operational supplier selection) and procurement performance in the Ghanaian Public sector. The study employed quantitative methodology and adopted both descriptive and explanatory research designs. The study population comprised all public procurement departments in the various Ministries, departments, and Agencies. The study found that supplier selection and supplier collaboration positively and significantly affect procurement performance. Also, the results demonstrated that at the mean level, supplier collaboration inversely and significantly moderates the relationship between supplier selection and procurement performance, however, the effect turned out to be positive at low levels of supplier collaboration. Conclusively, the study has yielded significant findings about the complex interplay among supplier collaboration, supplier selection, and procurement performance. The results of this study emphasize the intricate characteristics of these connections, providing insight into the importance of supplier collaboration as a moderating element. The study recommends that companies should consider diversifying their levels of supplier collaboration by embracing a varied approach that is tailored to the unique requirements of certain procurement categories or projects.

Source: KNUST
Effect Of Supply Chain Digitalization On Internal Supply Chain Integration Of Manufacturing Firms: A Case Study Of Ghacem Limited

Due to global disruptions, technological improvements, the complexity of consumer demand, and the changes in the market, in today’s business environment an adaptive supply chain is highly desirable. Integration of supply chain remains a worthy strategy to pursue in that regard. The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of supply chain digitalization on internal supply chain integration of manufacturing firms with focus on Ghacem Limited. The study adopted the cross-sectional quantitative case study research design from 114 administrative staff of Ghacem using purposive sampling technique. The findings revealed positive, moderate relationship between the drivers of supply chain digitalization and internal supply chain integration; negative, moderate relationship between the challenges of supply chain digitalization and internal supply chain integration, a positive, strong correlation between the extent of supply chain digitalization and internal supply chain integration. All the relationships were significant. Furthermore, the drivers and challenges to supply chain digitization revealed both positive and negative associations with the extent of supply chain digitalization. The study concludes and recommends that Ghacem Limited should continue to invest in digitalization of its supply chain to further improve internal supply chain integration. Further studies should be conducted to investigate the impact of digitalization of the supply chain on other aspects of the supply chain such as firm performance, cost, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Source: KNUST
Effect of Supplier Selection on Procurement Performance: the moderating role of stakeholder Orientation

The primary objective of this research is to analyze the moderating impact of stakeholder orientation on the connection between supplier selection and procurement performance in Ghana's public sector. Three separate goals were presented as solutions to the issues mentioned in the problem statement. Researchers employed a cross-sectional survey design and a quantitative approach that merged descriptive research design to achieve their aims. Participants in the research included high-level executives such as purchasing agents, department heads, warehouse supervisors, and members of entity tender committees. A total of 138 public sector workers in Ghana were surveyed using a standard questionnaire. Participants were chosen using a combination of convenience and purposeful sampling methods. Structural Equation Modeling in the form of smartpls 4 was used to verify or disprove the study's hypotheses. Summary statistics (descriptive statistics) were utilized to summarize the data. According to the results of the research, supplier selection significantly affects the procurement performance of the public sector. Findings also showed that stakeholder orientation contributes considerably to procurement performance in the public sector, although stakeholder orientation did not moderate the connection between supplier selection and procurement performance. Findings suggest that managers in the public sector may improve their procurement performance by committing to and focusing on supplier selection and stakeholder orientation. The study recommended that public sector company managers refine their supplier selection processes by zeroing in on the suppliers most likely to help them achieve their objectives by analyzing supply performance

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Effect of supply chain flexibility and integration on the performance of motorcycle businesses in tamale metropolis.

The general objective of the study was to assess the effect of supply chain flexibility and integration on the performance of motorcycle businesses in tamale metropolis. Based on this, two (2) specific objectives were established which were to evaluate the relationship between supply chain integration and performance of organizations at tamale metropolis and to ascertain the relationship between supply chain flexibility and performance of organizations at tamale metropolis. The study adopted a quantitative research design hence, a structured questionnaire was developed as a survey instrument. Data was from 105 respondents who were associated with the supply chain of motorcycle businesses in tamale metropolis. The data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential tools. This includes mean scores, standard deviation, pearson’s correlation, and ordinary least squares analysis. Based on the analysis, it was realized that, the implementation of supply chain integration is very low within the motorcycle supply chain in tamale. However, the results showed that, there is a significant relationship between supply chain integration and organizational performance. Consequently, it was clear that, they had a low level of operational and financial performance. The study also showed that, the motorcycle supply chain is less flexible. However, the results showed that, there is a significant relationship between supply chain flexibility and organizational performance. Consequently, it was clear that, they had a low level of operational and financial performance. Based on these findings, the study recommended that, due to the low integration of the supply of the motorcycle industry, it is important to implement strategies to improve supply chain integration effectiveness. For instance, purchasers must constantly deal with approved and accepted suppliers for the motorcycle parts. Also, the operators of motorcycles must establish a trust of safety among customers by following established regulations for their operations.

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Effect of supplier-buyer relationship on procurement performance: the mediating role of supplier development in the ghanaian public sector

This study was conducted to examine the effect of supplier-buyer relationship on public procurement performance, the mediating role of supplier development with evidence from Ghanaian public sector. Explanatory research design was used. The study employed the quantitative approach to address drafted questions in the study using questionnaires. For this study, the population focused on procurement officers, tender committee members of selected public sector institutions in Ghana. The sample size for this study was 200 was selected. Purposive sampling, a non-probability method, was used in the study to choose the respondents. The data was then analysed using the (spss) software programme after the coding process was completed. Data presentations were done using descriptive statistical tools and the study employed sem in analysis the results. Inferences were obtained from the analysis and policy recommendations were provided. The finding showed that supplier-buyer relationship positively influenced procurement performance and supplier development. The finding showed that supplier development positively influenced procurement performance. The finding also showed that supplier development positively and partially mediates supplier-buyer relationship and procurement performance. The study therefore concluded that management in the firms should help design supplier product and build supplier products using technology during product development in order for customer to depend on the supplier distribution channel, supplier concerns are handled, collaborates with suppliers on medical product design, inter-relationship with suppliers and staffs to deliver product at the right time and at the right quantity.

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Effect Of Supply Chain Intelligence On Business Model Innovation: Mediating Role Of Data-Driven Decision Making

The purpose of this study was to investigate role of data-driven decision making in the relationship between supply chain intelligence and business model innovation (BMI) among hotels in emerging markets. The study employed cross-sectional survey design and a quantitative approach that combined descriptive and explanatory research methods. Both the explanatory and descriptive designs were used to describe and then analyze the interplay between the variables. The participants in the survey were hotel and restaurant managers and owners in Ghana. The primary data was gathered via an in-depth questionnaire sent to 293 hotel and restaurant managers and owners in Ghana. The study used a convenient sampling strategy. The assumptions of the research were tested using Structural Equation Modeling in the form of SmartPLS 4. The data was summarized using descriptive statistics. The research results showed that supply chain intelligence significantly affects the business model innovation. The mediation research also found that the connection between supply chain intelligence and business model innovation is mediated by data-driven culture. The results suggest that if hotel managers actively engage in, and place a premium on, supply chain intelligence and a data-driven culture, then business model innovation will improve throughout the sector. It was recommended that hotel company managers optimize the supply chain in numerous ways via the use of cutting-edge technology and an increase in supply chain intelligence.

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Effect of supply chain management practices on operational performance of small and medium enterprises

Despite the growth of literature on supply chain management in the past decade, it is still unclear what dimensions of supply chain management practices drives operational performance particularly in the smes setting. The study was conducted to examine the nexus between supply chain management practices (information sharing and strategic supplier partnership) and operational performance among manufacturing smes in developing economies. A cross-sectional descriptive research approach was used for the study. The population of the study represents all smes in Ghana. Purposive sampling technique were adopted to collected data from 250 sample. Spss v26 and smarts v4 were used to evaluate the study hypotheses. The findings showed that sc management practices (information sharing and strategic supplier partnership) have positive and significant effect on operational performance among the firms. The findings also showed that firms significantly prioritize sc management practices and operational performance to a greater extent. It is recommended that manufacturing smes should prioritise developing collaborative relationships with their supply chain partners as well as exchanging information. In this regard, smes must pay critical attention to strategic supplier partnership and information sharing in the attempt of improving their operational performance

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Effect of sustainability accounting disclosures on financial performance of listed banks in Ghana

The study explores the effect of sustainability accounting disclosures on the financial performance of banks in Ghana listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange. The study adopts the explanatory research design and a quantitative approach involving data generation in quantitative form. There were a total of eight financial institutions which were involved in the study. The census method is adopted for this study and data was collected from 2015-2021. The data were analysed using descriptive analysis and Pearson Correlation and Regression Analysis. The findings indicate that Ghanaian banks exhibit a commendable dedication to sustainability disclosure, achieving an overall score of 65.92%. However, there is a discrepancy in reporting focus, with financial sustainability prominently covering (98.7%), while social (67.6%) and environmental (30.6%) aspects need enhancement. A significant and positive correlation emerges between sustainability disclosure and financial performance, assessed through return on equity (ROE). In addition, firm size and leverage positively and significantly correlate with ROE. The model accounts for 67.8% of ROE variance, highlighting the dual impact of sustainable practices on ethics and finances. Lastly, when considering firm size, a positive correlation between larger banks and economic sustainability reporting is evident. This suggests a potential interplay between firm size, sustainable practices, and economic performance. Recognizing the positive correlation between sustainability disclosure and financial performance, banks should intensify their sustainability considerations into their core strategies. By aligning social and economic sustainability initiatives with financial goals, banks can harness the potential benefits of sustainable practices more effectively.

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Effect of sustainable procurement practice on social and environmental performance of firm, the moderating role of top management support.

Sustainable procurement has become an important agenda for both private and public organisations across the globe and plays an important role in the push for sustainable development. The execution of the entire procurement process must incorporate sustainability principles in light of recent trends in the field of procurement. With a focus on how environmental issues and issues relating to other parts of the sustainable development pillars (society and economy) can be included in the procurement activities, procurement organizations are becoming more significantly involved in formulating and executing sustainable procurement policies. The main objective of the study is to examine the effect of sustainable procurement practice on social and environmental performance of firm, and the moderating role of top management support. The target population of the research was the various organizations in the New Juabeng Municipality of the Eastern region of Ghana. A cross sectional survey design was employed to select 108 procurement practitioners and managers. The instrument used in collecting data for this study is questionnaire. This research uses descriptive v and inferential (regression) statistics to analyze the data with the aid of Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS version 25 and process macros model 1). The findings of the study indicate that socially responsible procurement practices have positive and significant effect on environmental performance but its effect on social performance is insignificant. Green procurement practices have a positive effect on both social and environmental performance. The relationship between green procurement practices and social performance was a direct relationship and moderated by top management support. The study concludes that sustainable procurement practices have positive effect on social and environmental performance of firm, and that this relationship is moderated by top management support. It is recommended that top management should give the required attention to education in green procurement practice to enhance social performance and also support to strengthen the direct sustainable procurement practices performance –link by extending the existing knowledge.

Source: KNUST