Business Settings Research Articles

“It’s Business”: A Qualitative Study of Moral Injury in Business Settings; Experiences, Outcomes and Protecting and Exacerbating Factors

Moral injury has primarily been studied from a clinical perspective to assess, diagnose and treat the outcomes of morally injurious experiences in healthcare and military settings. Little is known about the lived experiences of those who have had their moral values transgressed in business settings. Public scandals such as Enron suggest that moral injury may also occur in for-profit business settings. In this qualitative study, we examine the lived experiences of 16 employees in for-profit business organisations who identified as having suffered moral injury. Using semi-structured narrative interviews, our findings offer insights into the values that employees feel are transgressed and the pathways between morally injurious experiences and the long-term outcomes. Based on our findings, we propose a conceptual pathway to moral injury, which suggests that experiencing moral transgressions has a profound impact on employees as they feel a threat to their “good-me” identity, however, employees employ various coping strategies to minimise the impact during the event. Employees exited the organisation and often changed career paths to protect themselves from further injury and to make up for moral failure. This study advances our understanding of the experience of moral injury in business settings and the pathway explaining how and why people react differently to moral transgressions.

Sustainability in family business settings: a strategic entrepreneurship perspective

PurposeFamily business sustainability is a critical issue. This study considers if adopting a strategic entrepreneurship orientation can support the sustainability of a family business.Design/methodology/approachA qualitative approach is used, in which semi-structured interviews were conducted with twelve family business owners. Data collected during the interviews provides insights into understanding, practices, motivations, behaviours and attitudes relating to sustainability.FindingsAlthough awareness of sustainability processes and procedures is found to be low, sustainability is important to the family business. However, sustainability is not managed or implemented systematically.Originality/valueThe paper presents a new model to describe the sustainability practices of family businesses. Adoption of strategic entrepreneurship is advocated as mechanism for improving sustainability. Practical and policy implications are suggested to enhance the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives in family business settings.

The Protagonist of Value Creation in a Transformation Economy

In today’s economy, consumers are increasingly motivated by emotions and self-realization, and have been described as ‘transformational aspirants’. These aspirants demand companies to understand their needs, co-create products/services/experiences with them and to provide transformational value. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the characteristics of ‘transformational aspirants’. A descriptive phenomenological approach was used, and semi-structured interviews were conducted for data collection. The results showed that ‘transformational aspirants’ have two major characteristics: otakufication and progression. This study contributes to the understanding and application of transformational value in business settings by clarifying the characteristics of transformational aspirants and demonstrating the importance of transformation for the promotion of sustainable customer relationships.

Maturity Model of Master Data Management at Enterprise Level

Data is one of the most important things in a company. Data can be processed into information It might aid a business in making a crucial decision. Even with massive amounts of data, a company's data management capabilities should be adequate. A lot of businesses just cannot handle data management, unfortunately. Consequently, they will see a decline in performance and the impact on the organization will be seen. Implementing master data management will fix the problem. Businesses can streamline their operations and increase productivity by using an artist data management system, which makes it easier to handle critical data. Based on the findings, all companies deal with different types of data-related problems. These problems serve as a foundation for how each firm uses the central data management technique. However, with the implementation of master data management, a few issues have also arisen. The study's findings suggest that, depending on their specific requirements, different businesses use different methods and tools to accomplish master data management. Finding out how and why businesses employ master data management as well as the methods and technologies that facilitate its implementation are the primary goals of this article. Twenty papers on master data management were surveyed for this paper's research. The purpose of this paper is to obtain a better understanding of master data administration and its applications in a business setting.

Catalysts of Change: Assessing the Transformation Impact of Digital Wallets on Business

Digital wallets have emerged as game-changing technologies that are transforming the way businesses function and engage with their customers in today's quickly changing digital economy. Implications of digital wallets on corporate operations, customer interaction tactics, and business models. We look into the numerous ways that digital wallets support innovation, efficiency, and customer-centricity across a range of businesses. We want to provide a thorough understanding of how digital wallets are catalyzing change in the business and offer strategic insights for organizations looking to harness their revolutionary potential by looking at real-life case studies, obstacles, and possibilities. The necessity for businesses to adapt, integrate, and maximize digital wallet technology as they traverse the fluid environment of contemporary commerce is underlined by this study. Examine how digital wallets have a significant impact on how businesses operate. The UTAUT theory, which is well known for its potency in explaining the acceptance and usage of technology, offers a solid framework for examining the trans-formative implications of the adoption of digital wallets in the business setting. This paper evaluates the important factors that drive the adoption of digital wallets through an empirical analysis, including performance expectations, effort expectations, social influence, enabling environments, and their subsequent effects on business transformation. We seek to provide a thorough knowledge of how digital wallets serve as change agents in businesses, influencing their strategies, procedures, and consumer interactions by using the UTAUT framework. The conclusions drawn from this study will not only add to the body of knowledge on technology adoption but also provide useful advice for companies looking to strategically incorporate digital wallet technologies to traverse the rapidly changing world of digital commerce.

Auto Financial, Inc.: Utilizing Tax Incentives to Illustrate the Implementation of Tax Provisions to Business

ABSTRACT The CEO of Auto Financial Inc. has just learned of a new tax incentive, the Save Taxes by Adding and Retaining (STAR) Act, and she is considering hiring some new employees. As the current controller of Auto Financial Inc., your assignment is to read the relevant portion of STAR and to quantify the value of any tax benefits that Auto Financial, Inc. would receive if the CEO chooses to hire the five new employees. This case requires you to apply a rule of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) to a practical business situation. As you complete the case you will become more comfortable with reading and interpreting IRC rules and applying them in business settings. You will also become more familiar with common payroll withholding categories and you will gain experience writing tax-related memoranda.

An Electronic Teen Questionnaire, the eTeenQ, for Risk Behavior Screening During Adolescent Well Visits in an Integrated Health System: Development and Pilot Implementation.

Screening for risk behaviors is a routine and essential component of adolescent preventive health visits. Early identification of risks can inform targeted counseling and care. If stored in discrete fields in the electronic health record (EHR), adolescent screening data can also be used to understand risk behaviors across a clinic or health system or to support quality improvement projects. Goals of this pilot study were to adapt and implement an existing paper adolescent risk behavior screening tool for use as an electronic data capture tool (the eTeenQ), to evaluate acceptance of the eTeenQ, and to describe the prevalence of the selected risk behaviors reported through the eTeenQ. The multidisciplinary project team applied an iterative process to develop the 29-item eTeenQ. Two unique data entry forms were created with attention to (1) user interface and user experience, (2) the need to maintain patient privacy, and (3) the potential to transmit and store data for future use in clinical care and research. Three primary care clinics within a large health system piloted the eTeenQ from August 17, 2020, to August 27, 2021. During preventive health visits for adolescents aged 12 to 18 years, the eTeenQ was completed on tablets and responses were converted to a provider display for teens and providers to review together. Responses to the eTeenQ were stored in a REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture; Vanderbilt University) database, and for patients who agreed, responses were transferred to an EHR flowsheet. Responses to selected eTeenQ questions are reported for those consenting to research. At the conclusion of the pilot, the study team conducted semistructured interviews with providers and staff regarding their experience using the eTeenQ. Among 2816 adolescents with well visits, 2098 (74.5%) completed the eTeenQ. Of these, 1811 (86.3%) agreed to store responses in the EHR. Of 1632 adolescents (77.8% of those completing the eTeenQ) who consented for research and remained eligible, 1472 (90.2%) reported having an adult they can really talk to and 1510 (92.5%) reported feeling safe in their community, yet 401 (24.6%) reported someone they lived with had a gun and 172 (10.5%) reported having had a stressful or scary event that still bothered them. In addition, 157 (9.6%) adolescents reported they were or wondered if they were gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, asexual, or other, and 43 (2.6%) reported they were or wondered if they were transgender or gender diverse. Of 11 staff and 7 providers completing interviews, all felt that the eTeenQ improved confidentiality and willingness among adolescents to answer sensitive questions. All 7 providers preferred the eTeenQ over the paper screening tool. Electronic capture of adolescent risk behaviors is feasible in a busy clinic setting and well accepted among staff and clinicians. Most adolescents agreed for their responses to risk behavior screening to be stored in the EHR.

A Functional vs Projectized approach in Oil and Gas Industry

The development of the oil & gas sector is associated with the constant search for new solutions to challenges facing companies that operate in the industry. One of the major challenges for the future development of the business is the need to increase the level of flexibility and adaptiveness. This conclusion is especially relevant for the oil & gas sector, which is likely to face the risks of energy transition and rising environmental regulations. To address this source of risk, the current study aimed to assess the perspectives of the project management approach used in the oil & gas sector. The specific company selected for the aims of analysis was the ADNOC company, also including a case study of a set of international businesses from different regions of the world. The qualitative research design was applied that was bases on interviews and a case study. The findings of the study demonstrated the high relevance of using the project management approach. Specific technologies that could bring benefits to the industry included production project management, advanced analytics, digitalization, and agile project management. It was found that studying the potential sources of resistance to change and sources of mistakes in terms of project management approach integration in the oil & gas sector was crucial.

The Study on the Impact of Business Artificial Intelligence Innovation on Fair Value Investments in the United States

The purpose of the study is to offer valuable insights into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing investment practices, and the impact of this transformation on investors, as well as the wider financial market scenario in the United States. The study investigated how the use of advanced AI technologies in business settings affects the valuation and fairness of investments in the United States. The goal of this research is to provide insights into how AI can influence financial decision-making and improve investment outcomes. The study findings suggest that AI possesses the potential to influence investor behavior, as AI-powered analytics and robot-advisors continue to gain prominence in guiding investment decisions. The increasing integration of AI in business practices raises ethical and regulatory concerns that impact public perception and the regulatory landscape, thereby affecting investment values. AI-based tools can process vast amounts of data accurately and quickly, enabling identification of investment opportunities, risks, and trends more efficiently than traditional methods. This, in turn, could foster better investment decisions and potentially higher returns.

Managing Cultural Diversity and Conflict in Family Businesses: An Organizational Perspective

This study aims to investigate the occurrence of conflicts in family businesses, particularly focusing on their impact on founder behavior and organizational culture. Conducted in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the research employs a qualitative methodology to gain an in-depth understanding of conflicts within family businesses. The study utilizes semi-structured interviews as the primary data collection tool, engaging with 5 founders and 12 successors across various family owned businesses. The sample, comprising 17 participants, offers diverse perspectives on conflict dynamics between founders and successors. The interviews, designed to explore recurring key themes, delve into the nature and characteristics of task and process-based disagreements within these family enterprises. Key findings from this study include the observation that task or process-based disagreements, commonly arising between family members, can act as catalysts for founders to re-evaluate their behavior, potentially influencing the shaping of the organizational culture. The research highlights the importance of fostering a culture of open communication, critical thinking, and respect within family firms. Such a culture can play a significant role in reducing relationship conflicts and aid in reaching constructive resolutions. Additionally, the study reveals that the features of organizational culture within family businesses can be instrumental in managing conflicts effectively. This research underscores the complexity of family relationships in business settings and emphasizes the necessity of examining these dynamics from multiple angles. Given the prevalence of family members in key positions within family firms, the study sheds light on the importance of addressing diversity and conflict among family members, considering their long-term implications on the culture and future of these firms.

ADVANCING PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND IMPACT ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE – A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS

This in-depth review goes deep into the ever-changing world of performance management, looking at the shifting trends, common problems, and huge effects on employee performance. The study looks at how performance management methods work in a variety of business settings, from small local businesses to large Maharatna companies. By looking at how well these methods work, the study hopes to find the best ways to do things and show where they can be improved. This study focuses on the manufacturing industry, which is an important part of the world economy. It looks at how well performance management systems work in this area. The study takes a detailed look at different project management situations and shows how tailored methods can help by taking into account the special challenges and chances that come with each one. As the review goes on, the focus changes to how important performance management activities are for improving employees skills and abilities. The connection between engagement and performance management is the main focus, showing how the two can work together to help employees learn new skills and grow as a whole. This in-depth study lays the groundwork for future research and shows companies how to improve their performance management methods to keep up with the changing needs of workers and the business world as a whole. KEYWORDS: Performance Management, Employee Performance, Trends, Employee Engagement, Future Directions.

Using Video-Reflexive Ethnography on an Acute Medical Unit: Methodological Challenges, Solutions and Opportunities within a Complex and Busy Clinical Setting

Video-Reflexive Ethnography (VRE) is an innovative and participatory research and improvement methodology that involves videoing in-situ work practices and collaboratively analysing this footage with participants during reflexive sessions. This involves participants ‘slowing down’, engaging reflexively with their everyday working practices, and taking time out to discuss issues collectively. VRE has increasingly been used across a range of different healthcare settings. However, one setting that has received less attention is the Acute Medical Unit (AMU). AMUs are busy short-stay hospital departments with very high patient throughput and large multidisciplinary teams where patients receive initial assessment, diagnosis and treatment before being moved to other wards or settings. The aim of this study was to examine how VRE as a research and improvement methodology can be applied, in the busy and complex setting of an AMU. In this paper we outline some of the methodological challenges encountered in this setting and discuss how these were transformed into opportunities and solutions. Then, we evaluate our work by using the four guiding principles at the heart of VRE (care, collaboration, reflexivity and exnovation) to test if, and how, the methodology can be used in such a complex and busy setting without losing its methodological rigor and impact. We show how it is possible to initiate and achieve the core principles of VRE in the complex and busy AMU setting through careful planning, constant revision of data collection methods, remaining highly flexible and adaptable to the spatial and temporal rhythms of the ward and being sensitive to hierarchical inter- and intra-professional relationships and vulnerabilities. Finally, we share recommendations for using VRE in other busy and complex settings.

Software Ecosystems Now and in the Future: A Definition, Systematic Literature Review, and Integration Into the Business and Digital Ecosystem Literature

Business settings and ecosystems have in the past three decades been transformed by software utilization. It is being applied in several industries shaping innovation—platforms—and business characteristics, thus attracting ever more interest from both practitioners and researchers. During the last 10 years, research on software ecosystems (SECOs) has expanded, and is strongly related to the development of digital ecosystems. This expansion has led to the need to review the status of SECO research, and the present article provides a state-of-the-art literature review on the topic. We explain the connection between the relatively new research field of SECOs and the traditional streams of ecosystem research. This article contributes novel definitions of SECOs and SECO configuration, and proposes a theoretical model illustrating the relationship between vital contingency categories and processes. We identify significant research gaps and present a future research agenda.

A Hypothesis-Driven, Near-Peer Physical Diagnosis Module on Streptococcal Pharyngitis Within the Pediatrics Clerkship.

In busy clinical settings, there is limited time to teach physical examination (PE) and procedural skills, particularly when the traditional head-to-toe PE approach is time-consuming. Near-peer teaching of a more efficient approach, the hypothesis-driven PE (HDPE), increases students' learning opportunities. We developed a near-peer HDPE module to improve medical student confidence, knowledge, and skills for diagnosing and managing streptococcal pharyngitis. During this 1-hour module, residents taught the diagnostic approach for a patient with sore throat and facilitated small groups for practicing PE and throat swab skills. We assessed students using pre- and postmodule surveys including Likert-scale confidence scores (1 = not at all confident, 5= extremely confident), multiple-choice knowledge questions, and a skills rubric. A control group was surveyed at clerkship conclusion. Of the 71 pediatric clerkship students who participated, 69 (97%) completed premodule surveys and 65 (91%) completed skills assessments. Twenty-eight (39%) completed postmodule surveys and skill assessments. After participation, students' survey responses and rubrics indicated significant increase in confidence (Mdn pre = 2 [IQR = 1,2], Mdn post = 4 [IQR = 4,5]; p < .001), knowledge (M pre = 40%, M post = 77%; p < .001), and skills (M pre = 5.3, M post = 7.5; p < .01). Participating students also had significantly higher confidence (p < .005) and knowledge (p < 0.01) compared to the control group. This near-peer HDPE module improved students' knowledge, confidence, and skills related to streptococcal pharyngitis diagnosis and management and achieved compliance for a required clerkship skill.

Providing clarity: communicating the benefits of palliative care beyond end-of-life support.

Palliative care affords numerous benefits, including improvements in symptom management, mental health, and quality of life, financial savings, and decreased mortality. Yet palliative care is poorly understood and often erroneously viewed as end-of-life care and hospice. Barriers for better education of the public about palliative care and its benefits include shortage of healthcare providers specializing in palliative care and generalist clinicians' lack of knowledge and confidence to discuss this topic and time constraints in busy clinical settings. Explore and compare the knowledge, values, and practices of community-dwelling adults 19 years and older from Nebraska about serious illness and end-of-life healthcare options. Secondary analysis of cross-sectional data collected in 2022 of 635 adults. We examined the fifth wave (2022) of a multiyear survey focusing on exploring Nebraskans' understanding of and preferences related to end-of-life care planning. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests to compare results between groups. Univariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses examine associations of variables as to knowledge of hospice and palliative care. While 50% of respondents had heard a little or a lot about palliative care, 64% either did not know or were not sure of the difference between palliative care and hospice. Those who reported being in poor health were not more likely to know the difference between palliative care and hospice compared to those reporting being in fair, good, or excellent health. This study offers insight into the knowledge and attitudes about palliative care among community-dwelling adults, 19 years and older living in Nebraska. More effort is needed to communicate what palliative care is, who can receive help from it, and why it is not only for people at end of life. Advance care planning discussions can be useful in offering clarity.

Theranostics and artificial intelligence: new frontiers in personalized medicine.

The field of theranostics is rapidly advancing, driven by the goals of enhancing patient care. Recent breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and its innovative theranostic applications have marked a critical step forward in nuclear medicine, leading to a significant paradigm shift in precision oncology. For instance, AI-assisted tumor characterization, including automated image interpretation, tumor segmentation, feature identification, and prediction of high-risk lesions, improves diagnostic processes, offering a precise and detailed evaluation. With a comprehensive assessment tailored to an individual's unique clinical profile, AI algorithms promise to enhance patient risk classification, thereby benefiting the alignment of patient needs with the most appropriate treatment plans. By uncovering potential factors unseeable to the human eye, such as intrinsic variations in tumor radiosensitivity or molecular profile, AI software has the potential to revolutionize the prediction of response heterogeneity. For accurate and efficient dosimetry calculations, AI technology offers significant advantages by providing customized phantoms and streamlining complex mathematical algorithms, making personalized dosimetry feasible and accessible in busy clinical settings. AI tools have the potential to be leveraged to predict and mitigate treatment-related adverse events, allowing early interventions. Additionally, generative AI can be utilized to find new targets for developing novel radiopharmaceuticals and facilitate drug discovery. However, while there is immense potential and notable interest in the role of AI in theranostics, these technologies do not lack limitations and challenges. There remains still much to be explored and understood. In this study, we investigate the current applications of AI in theranostics and seek to broaden the horizons for future research and innovation.

IOT-Enabled Radio Frequency Home Automation System

The number one objective of this undertaking is to expand a present-day home automation device that leverages the abilities of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Radio Frequency (RF) technology. This device aims to deal with the evolving wishes of cutting-edge households through transitioning from manual switches to centralized, far flung-controlled systems. By integrating IoT-enabled gadgets which include smartphones, laptops, and drugs, the gadget gives improved comfort and manipulation over a extensive range, contingent upon the supply of a stable internet connection. Furthermore, this machine isn’t always most effectively beneficial for residential use but also affords sizable ability for business applications in business and medical settings. The integration of RF technology affords a simplified and effective solution for far off-managed home automation, catering to the elderly, disabled people, and facilitating green operations in numerous business environments. To obtain its functionality, the gadget is interfaced with a Wi-Fi module and an RF module, both linked to a microcontroller. This configuration permits the transmission of ON/OFF commands to a receiver, which in turn controls the connected masses. By running the faraway switch on the transmitter through an internet interface (thru the Wi-Fi module), users can remotely flip home equipment ON/OFF, harnessing the energy of wi-fi technology. This paper comprehensively explores the technological advancements and practical implications of these systems, as further elaborated in the ensuing segment.

Nurses' Knowledge Regarding Medication Errors in Government Hospitals

Background: Nursing knowledge regarding medication error can be caused by various things, including personal causes (stress, exhaustion), predisposing conditions (extended work shifts, busy environmental settings), and a lack of experience and awareness regarding medication error. The most frequent medical errors in hospital settings involve the administration of medications. Objective: This study aims to assess nurses‟ knowledge regarding medication errors and to identify the relationship between nurses' knowledge and their demographic characteristics. Methods: This study is a descriptive cross-sectional quantitative carried out from 1 December 2022 to 1 February 2023 on the three Al Najaf Al-Ashraf Province hospitals. A non-probability sampling technique (convenience sample) accidentally. The study sample includes (200) nurses who work in Al-Sadr Medical City, Al-Hakim General Hospital, and Al-Zahraa Hospital. A questionnaire specifically designed to achieve the study's goals serves as the research instrument. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire were validated using an expert panel and Cronbach's Alpha, respectively. Result: showed that (54%) of nurses were males and (41%) were aged (25-29) years old. Overall, nurses’ knowledge regarding medication errors was moderate. The nurse’s knowledge was found to be significantly associated with (workplace, qualification, years of experience and continuing nursing education courses). Conclusion: The study concluded that the nurses' general understanding of medication errors was moderate. The most knowledgeable nurses are those who participate in continuing nursing education programs. The nurses with greater levels of education have the most expertise in medication errors. The nurses with the greatest depth of knowledge about medication errors are those with the greatest number of years of experience.

Benefits and quick adoption of the use of Sugammadex in a busy practice setting.

The everyday clinical practice of anesthesia has been transformed by the new reversal agent Sugammadex. With multiple benefits to this agent, including immediate reversibility of certain neuromuscular blocking agents, a more robust reversal, and the ability to keep a deeper plane of paralysis throughout surgical procedures, this medication has provided anesthesiologists with a new and improved ability to provide high quality care to their patients. The effectiveness of the reversal provided by this agent has also improved the incidence of post-operative complications relating to improper reversal and the need for reintubations. With the new American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) guidelines on neuromuscular blockade and its reversal, Sugammadex has been easily and quickly adopted into everyday clinical practice.

METHODS OF SUPPORTING ACCEPTANCE OF ECONOMICLY BASED DECISIONS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF THE QUALITY SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION

The aim is to influence the level of preparedness in both IT specialties and economic fields closely tied to IT technologies within higher or secondary educational institutions to meet the needs and requirements of diverse companies. Collaborative efforts between businesses and education can effectively tackle the challenge of cultivating high-quality potential personnel and enhancing students' readiness by establishing a standardized set of business demands.When outlining the requirements for IT specialties, crucial vectors encompass not only work experience and skills but also business qualities and the ability to collaborate in a work collective, aligning with company values. To precisely define the competencies of future employees, we advocate for the Delphi method as one of the best approaches. This method involves expert judgment and comprises multiple rounds of anonymous surveys within an expert group to reach a consensus.By fostering interactions between companies and educational institutions in the study, surveys can collect statistics and utilize educational plans that align with organizational interests. Proposed competencies by experts may convey similar semantic meanings but be articulated with different terminology. Additionally, merging similar competencies into more comprehensive ones is feasible. In the era of rapid IT development, addressing this issue can be accomplished through existing text analysis and comparison techniques in databases. Consequently, the unification of competencies can be established during the learning process.