Corporate Culture Research Articles

Occupational Health and Safety Challenges Faced by Caregivers and the Respective Interventions to Improve their Wellbeing

This research aimed to identify the occupational health and safety issues in caregivers' workplaces: physical hazards, psychological demands, and organisational dimensions. This concerned broad physical dangers for workers, including musculoskeletal diseases, infection risks, toxic materials and substances, fatigue, and extended working hours. Additionally, the existing works explored the impact of psychological factors such as emotional exhaustion, compassion stress, burnout, stress, anxiety, and even secondary traumatisation on caregivers. Furthermore, it analysed the systematic issues related to workplace violence, lack of personnel, poor training and professional development, and having fewer protective gear and safety measures. The research has illustrated various interventions and practices that might enhance occupational safety and caregivers' wellbeing. These include organisational policies and procedures, such as establishing safe operating procedures, ensuring adequate protective gear is supplied to workers, and promoting a healthy company culture with efficient support networks. Risk prevention measures in this subdivision include safe patient handling procedures recognised as necessary in reducing physical risks, ergonomic workstation and equipment design, and stretching and exercise promotion. Moreover, the study revealed that while mental support and wellbeing were deemed essential for the workforce, which includes EAP, stress control, and mental toughness, seminars, as well as support groups, were considered insufficiently developed. The study finally demonstrated the importance of policy and legal advocacy based on enhancing occupational health and wellness standards, better workers' compensation and benefits, and raising public awareness.

Talent Development with Value-Based Approach in IT Sector

In today's energetic and competitive trade scene, organizations confront the challenge of supporting ability whereas cultivating a culture that adjusts with their center values. This theoretical investigates the concept of ability improvement through a value-based approach, which emphasizes the integration of organizational values into each angle of the worker lifecycle. The establishment of ability advancement with a value-based approach lies within the clear enunciation and communication of the organization's center values. These values serve as directing standards that shape enlistment, preparing, execution administration, authority advancement, and in general organizational culture. Recruitment and determination forms are planned to recognize candidates who not as it were have the essential aptitudes and capabilities but moreover illustrate a solid arrangement with the organization's values. Onboarding programs are organized to immerse unused enlists within the company's culture, emphasizing the significance of maintaining its values from day one. Continuous fortification endeavors, such as customary communication and criticism components, guarantee that the organization's values stay best of intellect for workers at all levels. This continuous exchange permits for the identification of zones for enhancement and the refinement of ability advancement activities to superior adjust with the organization's values. By coordination values into ability improvement forms, organizations make a workforce that's not as it was gifted and able but too profoundly committed to the organization's mission and culture. This approach cultivates a sense of reason, having a place, and shared commitment to fabulousness, eventually driving organizational success in a quickly advancing commerce environment.

Determinants of loan repayment performance: A study of microfinance institutions in Nepal

The study’s main goal is to empirically examine the association between loan repayment performance among microfinance institutions (MFIs) in Nepal regarding institutional characteristics (ICs), client characteristics (CCs), and loan characteristics (LCs). Further, the study emphasizes a causal relationship between the variables that directly corresponds with the regression research model for organic validity. For this, the researcher has chosen twenty Nepalese microfinance institutions along with 217 respondents for the study, respectively. The study found that institutional factors, client characteristics, and loan characteristics were positively and significantly associated with the loan repayment performance of Nepalese MFIs. The above-mentioned variables remain pivotal to determining the loan repayment performance of Nepalese MFIs, including institutional policy formation, loan and savings product design, and corporate culture formation for senior-level management. The results of the study will be effective for Banks and Financial Institutions (BFIs), Microfinance Institutions (MFIs), regulatory authorities, Human Resources (HR) analysts, and planners to take corrective actions to improve the repayment performance of MFIs for credit risk management.

Features of the innovative approach in the formation of regional industrial policy

The article is considering the phenomenon of blurring boundaries between economic sectors, the merging of various stages and functions within the production process occurs, which is a distinctive feature of modern economic development. The authors emphasize imbalance in the distribution of capital: in conditions of excess financial resources throughout the national economy, there is a shortage of funds allocated for innovative projects. A key aspect of this problem is the lack of a long-term perspective and development strategy among economic entities. It is substantiated that insufficient attention to the development and implementation of risk management strategies leads to underestimation of the value of innovations with a long-term perspective, and in order to effectively overcome innovation shortsightedness, necessary an integrated approach that includes not only improving corporate culture and developing innovation infrastructure, but also improving legal and regulatory environment. The concept of innovative short-sightedness is considered, which reflects the underestimation of future benefits and the narrowing of the planning horizon of economic agents. Attention is focused on the fact that government policy and regulation can also have a significant impact on innovation activity; an imperfect legal framework in the field of intellectual property or unpredictability of tax policy creates uncertainty for entrepreneurs and investors, which can discourage investment in innovative projects. It is argued that in the context of industrial policy formation, the most significant aspects are the establishment and support of economic entities. It is emphasized that industrial policy should be focused on stimulating the primary links of production; it can be aimed at ensuring the development of high-tech sectors of the economy, which can become the driving force of innovative growth and increasing the competitiveness of national producers in world markets. In the realm of investment strategies, significant attention is directed towards crafting standards for utilizing approaches that simplify the integration of intellectual assets into economic systems, all while considering the expected duration of product viability.

A STUDY ON EMPLOYEES SATISFACTION WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO MIVAAN STEELS LIMITED

This study examined employee satisfaction at Mivaan Steels Ltd, focusing on key factors that contribute to a positive work environment. Using a purposive sampling technique, we collected primary responses from employees who had at least one year of service and had attended training programs. A sample of 100 was selected from over 130 employees. The data was meticulously organized and analyzed graphically, with responses categorized under various subheadings. The results revealed high levels of job satisfaction driven by effective communication, regular recognition, and ample opportunities for career growth. Despite high levels of employee satisfaction, there is room for improvement, particularly around proactive discussions about career development and promoting a balanced and inclusive company culture. This information highlights the importance of tangible benefits and intangible factors, such as relationships with co-workers and supervisors. Keywords: Attitude, Alignment, Agility, Focus, Interview, Compensation

Climate change exposure and corporate culture: A text-based approach

Utilizing unique measures of climate change vulnerability and corporate culture generated through cutting-edge textual analysis, we explore the effects of firm-specific exposure to climate change on corporate culture. Based on a sample of over 46,000 U.S. observations from 2001 to 2018, our findings demonstrate that firms with greater exposure to climate change have a significantly stronger corporate culture. Companies recognize the value of a strong corporate culture in helping them navigate the unpredictable environment produced by climate change. Therefore, when more exposed to climate change, firms are more driven to promote a robust corporate culture. In particular, an increase in climate change exposure by one standard deviation strengthens corporate culture by 3.12%–37.70%.

Reflections on Using a Diary App to Conduct a Diary Study to Assess Emergent Technologies in Private Households

Voice assistants, such as Alexa, are sold in the three-digit million range every year. They are seen as plug-and-playsolutions to make everyday life easier and more convenient. However, most emerging technologies are used, analyzed,and optimized in a business environment. Even though the sales market for household appliances is growing every year.In this research project, the use of voice assistants in private households were investigated regarding the possible adjustmentof daily routines. The study was conducted by using a diary app. This paper describes the selection of the diary appused and reflects on its use from the perspective of the researchers and project participants. The selection criteria includethe human-app interface, the type of data collection, the researcher dashboard, the possible interaction between researchersand project participants, the language and automated transcription, the data security, the provided technical support,the corporate culture, the professional impression, and the costs, which are particularly important for a research project.Finally, the weaknesses in the selection of the diary app are outlined.

An Assessment of the Factors Impacting Project Success in the Engineering Sector

The engineering projects sector has presented numerous challenges in achieving success. The need arises to understand the reasons for these challenges and determine the best way to address the issues and achieve success using the best approach. This study aims to gain a good understanding of the factors impacting project success in the engineering sector. The literature review revealed variables that influence project success. These variables are company culture, effective management, employee engagement, and effective planning. The study presents a statistical analysis of the data. This analysis shows that each independent variable studied has a distinct impact on the dependent variable, project success. The South African engineering projects industry has shown a relationship between identified factors and project success. This study recommends laying a solid foundation to apply and improve the identified factors that have an impact on project success in the industry.

Economic policy uncertainty, carbon emissions and firm valuation: International evidence

This paper explores how the uncertainty surrounding economic policies affects the decisions managers make, particularly with reference to carbon emissions. Notably, this is a pioneering effort as very few studies have examined the influence of economic policy uncertainty on decisions about either carbon emissions or renewable energy, and, in turn, the impact of these decisions on firm value. From a sample spanning 22 countries over the period 2007 to 2018, our results show that, while carbon emissions increase with policy uncertainty, this relationship is mediated by renewable energy consumption. Country factors such as climate change performance, emissions trading schemes, and business culture also affect this relationship. In countries where economic policy uncertainty tends to be high, firms generally have a lower market value, due in part to higher levels of carbon emissions. These findings highlight the importance of connecting policy uncertainty to decisions about carbon emissions and renewable energy. They also provide insights into the detrimental effects of policy uncertainty on firm value.

Corporate culture's influence on the transparency of financial reporting in Iran: an in-depth analysis of readability and tone

PurposeThis study investigates the influence of corporate culture on financial reporting transparency within Iranian firms.Design/methodology/approachLeveraging a dataset of 1,480 firm-year observations from the Tehran Stock Exchange spanning from 2013 to 2022, the study employs text mining to quantify linguistic features of corporate culture and transparency, specifically readability and tone, within annual financial statements and Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) reports.FindingsOur results confirm a positive and significant relationship between corporate culture and financial reporting transparency. The distinct dimensions of corporate culture — Creativity, Competition, Control, and Collaboration — each uniquely enhance financial transparency. Robustness tests including firm fixed-effects, entropy balancing, Generalized Method of Moments (GMM), and Propensity Score Matching (PSM) validate the profound influence of corporate culture on transparency. Additionally, our analysis shows that corporate culture significantly affects the disclosure of business, operational, and financial risks, with varying impacts across risk categories. Cross-sectional analysis further reveals how the impact of corporate culture on transparency varies significantly across different industries and firm sizes.Research limitations/implicationsThe study’s scope, while focused on Iran, opens avenues for comparative research in different cultural and regulatory environments. Its reliance on text mining could be complemented by qualitative methods to capture more nuanced linguistic subtleties.Practical implicationsFindings underscore the strategic importance of cultivating a transparent corporate culture for enhancing financial reporting practices and stakeholder trust, particularly in emerging economies with similar dynamics to Iran.Originality/valueThis research is pioneering in its quantitative analysis of the textual features of corporate culture and its impact on transparency within Iranian corporate reports, integrating foundational theoretical perspectives with empirical evidence.

Digital Communication in Japanese Companies: The Corporate Blog. Current Trends, Challenges, and Future Perspectives

The present article examines the digital communication patterns exerted by domestic Japanese companies through Japanese-language blogging practices: main characteristics, current trends, challenges, and future tendencies at the intersection of Japanese corporate culture, communication, and the digital realm. After a concise literature review of Japanese corporate identity and predominant cultural features of Japanese management, we will conduct a qualitative content analysis on a selected corpus of Japanese language corporate blogs to investigate the digital corporate discourse (content, types of public, communication strategies, and techniques) on a national level and to inquire into the extent of the impact exerted by the digital evolution of media platforms and the emergence of new AI tools. The implications of the present research are twofold. First, the database we manually compiled contains only Japanese language sources, thus surpassing the linguistic barrier many Western academics confront when researching Asian countries and media content in Asian languages. Examining the Japanese language digital discourse of domestic companies in a post-pandemic globalized context bridges the unceasing gap between the West and the East, thus decentring the focal point from the Western companies and shifting the attention from English-language digital communication. Second, connecting the Japanese-language business discourse with domestic blogging platforms represents another aspect of particular importance neglected by previous research.

Formation And Implementation Of Digital Transformation The Companies: A Conceptual Aspect

The concept of formation and implementation of digital transformation for the development of the company is considered. The article analyzes the digital transformation of a company as a process by which digital technologies are introduced into the digital economy and business to achieve fundamental changes. It has been found that the digital transformation of a company during its formation leads to changes in three areas: customer service quality, operational processes, and business models. At the same time, the digital transformation process requires coordination across the organization and involves a change in business culture. The author outlines approaches to the company’s work that can improve the quality of customer service, stimulate employee innovation, and drive the company’s growth at a fundamental level. At the same time, the most important task of the company’s CEO is to stimulate digital transformation at all levels of the company: in processes and procedures; organizational structures; development of digital marketing and sales; offering digital services and digital business models, etc. The need to support an innovative culture that focuses on what new digital technologies should be introduced and how best to integrate them into everyday life is emphasized. At the same time, the software will help companies implement digital innovation strategies. The following stages are recommended for implementing digital transformation in a company: business transformation; developing own strategy and organizational changes; breaking down barriers to change; developing own partner ecosystem; using a flexible approach; and financing. It is determined that digital technologies, as the basis of digital business, have been integrated with business and have become more than just hardware or software. As digital technologies become more pervasive and companies move further along the path of digital transformation, digital strategy and business strategy will converge. All of this requires a change in the company’s business culture. It is proposed that in the formation and implementation of digital transformation, the possibility of integration into the European Statistical System (ESS) should be considered as a means of increasing the visibility of digital transformation.

The Association Between CEO Political Ideology and Corporate Culture

The Association Between CEO Political Ideology and Corporate Culture

The Importance of Corporate Culture, Governance Structure, and Laws and Regulations in the Fintech Ecosystem

With rapid technological development, technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, cryptocurrency and mobile payment are constantly promoting changes in the traditional financial industry and deriving the emerging ecosystem of financial technology. This article mainly discusses how corporate culture, governance structure, laws and regulations in the financial technology ecosystem affect financial technology companies to maintain a certain competitiveness in the relevant ecosystem. Among them, a strong cultural atmosphere can help fintech companies stabilize their position in the system, and a stable governance structure can help fintech companies and enterprises avoid risks and make correct strategic decisions, thereby promoting the development of the entire fintech industry. Laws and regulations are mainly reflected in fintech companies' compliance with financial regulations in different regions, such as anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing, and the protection of customer data and privacy, thereby enhancing customers' trust in fintech companies. These three aspects jointly stabilize the position of financial technology companies in the financial technology ecosystem and promote the continuous development of the financial technology ecosystem.

Research on the Influencing Factors of Job Satisfaction of Grassroots Employee of R Project Management Company

Employee job satisfaction is an evaluation of satisfaction with various aspects such as the content, characteristics, environment, effort, and rewards of their work. It reflects employees' attitudes and emotions and significantly impacts customer and shareholder satisfaction of a corporation. Grassroots employees, situated on the front lines of corporate production and operations, not only play an indispensable foundational role in daily operations but also enact corporate strategic deployments. However, the management of their satisfaction receives significant attention. Traditional views consider compensation the most crucial factor, yet in knowledge-intensive enterprises, the needs of grassroots employees are more complex and their satisfaction is influenced by more than just salary. As a typical knowledge-intensive small and medium-sized private enterprise, R Project Management Company also faces certain safety risks concerning the satisfaction of its grassroots employees. Based on a survey, this study finds that job nature, job rewards, company interpersonal relationships, and management positively influence employee satisfaction, while the impact of company culture is relatively weak. The study also found that the age, education, length of service, and position of grassroots employees affect their satisfaction. Finally, based on the specific circumstances of R Project Management Company, the study proposes five suggestions to help the company improve management, enhance job rewards, optimize interpersonal relationships, improve the nature of the work, and adopt appropriate measures for different grassroots employees to increase their satisfaction and sense of identification.

The Influence of Corporate Culture on Employee Well-Being: A Comparative Study of Hybrid and Remote Work Models

This study examines the influence of corporate culture on employee well-being, focusing on the comparative impacts of hybrid and remote work models. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations have increasingly adopted flexible work arrangements, raising critical questions about their effects on employee satisfaction and mental health. Through an extensive literature review, this research identifies key components of corporate culture that contribute to employee well-being and analyzes how these elements manifest differently in hybrid and remote work settings. The study synthesizes findings from peer-reviewed journal articles, industry reports, and case studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between corporate culture and employee well-being in varying work models. The findings reveal that while both hybrid and remote work models offer unique benefits and challenges, the effectiveness of each is significantly influenced by the underlying corporate culture. This review offers practical recommendations for organizations seeking to enhance employee well-being through strategic cultural initiatives tailored to their specific work models.

Analisis Prinsip Good Corporate Governance dalam Regulasi Hukum Perusahaan

Good Corporate Governance in companies in Indonesia or commonly known by the short term (GCG) is a governance framework that includes ethical rules and norms to protect the integrity, especially in this writing, of companies to improve their performance. The principles of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) emphasize fundamental principles that must be implemented to increase company effectiveness and compliance with company legal regulations. Good corporate governance (GCG) is an important concept in regulating company behavior to ensure transparency, accountability, fairness and compliance with the law. In corporate legal regulations, GCG principles are the basis for building a framework that ensures effective management, protection of shareholder interests and appropriate risk management. Through in-depth analysis of GCG principles, company legal regulations can be strengthened to create a healthy and sustainable business environment. However, there are obstacles to its implementation, including legal, cultural, political and business environments. Despite being a pressure, GCG is recognized as an opportunity to improve quality and sustainability in business efforts. The main challenge involves changing the company culture towards solid and transparent leadership. Steps to develop GCG require integrated awareness and good relationships between various stakeholders in the company. GCG principles, such as transparency, accountability, responsibility, independence and equality, are needed to ensure fair protection and interests for all parties involved in the company.

The Influence of Leadership Style, Organizational Culture, Policy Implementation, and Community Participation on Public Service Efficiency and Employee Satisfaction in Indonesian Local Government

This study examines the impact of leadership style, organizational culture, policy implementation, and community participation on the efficiency of public services and the happiness of employees in local government in Indonesia. The study involves a quantitative analysis with a sample size of 250 participants. It utilizes a Likert scale ranging from 1 to 5 and leverages Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS 3) for data analysis. The findings demonstrate that all connections are both positive and statistically significant, emphasizing the crucial functions these parameters fulfill in public administration. Leadership style, corporate culture, policy execution, and community participation have a major positive impact on both public service efficiency and employee happiness. The findings provide significant theoretical contributions to the comprehension of public sector management and present practical implications for policymakers and practitioners seeking to enhance public service performance and employee morale.

The Relationship between Key Factors and Gen Z Employee Retention in Indonesian FMCG Start-Ups

This study investigates the factors relationship between turnover intention and employee retention of Generation Z employees in the workplace, using a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods. Data were collected through interviews and surveys, followed by a comprehensive analysis employing descriptive statistics, and multiple linear regression. The qualitative findings highlight significant financial needs, high expectations of career advancement, and the adverse impact of long working hours on job satisfaction and retention. Quantitative analysis identifies financial opportunities, comprehensive employee benefits, and a sense of being financially rewarded as major factors contributing to economic security and retention. Work-life balance and an open, collaborative company culture, characterized by effective communication and teamwork, also play critical roles in enhancing job satisfaction and loyalty among Gen Z employees. The study reveals that financial factors, work-life balance, and organizational culture significantly impact retention rates. Furthermore, it emphasizes the interconnectedness of these variables, noting how unmet financial needs and unrealistic career expectations can lead to job dissatisfaction and increased turnover. The research concludes with recommendations for longitudinal studies, comparative research, and intersectional studies to further understand the evolving and diverse needs of Gen Z employees. Implementing robust career development programs and addressing financial needs are crucial strategies for start-ups aiming to retain young talent in the long term.

Corporate Social Responsibility and Firm Performance: A Literature Review

Research Aims: This study explores the complex relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and company performance, focusing on how board composition, leadership, and cultural influences affect the efficacy of CSR initiatives.Design/methodology/approach: Using a literature review method.Research Findings: Independent directors on company boards positively influence CSR activities, which in turn enhance company value. These effects receive moderation from the resources available to the company and mediation through the CSR activities themselves. The research also highlights that leadership qualities such as integrity and stakeholder engagement significantly boost organizational performance by promoting responsible corporate culture. It further reveals that market-oriented cultures strengthen the positive impacts of CSR on performance, while adhocracy cultures have the opposite effect. Geographical variations emerge in the effectiveness of CSR, with significant impacts observed in regions like Argentina and Bolivia, unlike in Chile where CSR shows negligible effects. The study notes that while CSR typically improves operational performance, its impact on market valuation proves complex and hinges on strategic emphasis on value utilization over creation. Moreover, a company’s initial CSR reputation crucially impacts its financial performance, where positive reputations enhance and negative ones detract from company success.Theoretical Contribution/Originality: The findings advocate for aligning CSR with corporate strategy and culture to maximize its benefits on company performance.