Dimensions Of Readiness Research Articles

A Framework to Evaluate Readiness of Blockchain Technology Implementation

In recent years, Blockchain technology has been recognized as one of the most important new technologies affecting businesses and society, with a very bright future ahead. This technology has been known as one of the most critical technologies of industry 4. Given that Blockchain technology is a new concept before implementing it, the organization must understand it and be prepared to accept it; otherwise, it will fail and cause irreparable damage to the organization. The main purpose of this study is to provide a framework by which organizations can evaluate their readiness to implement Blockchain technology. For this purpose, after a library study and systematic literature review, this study provided the initial research framework using the meta-synthesis method. Finally, this paper used the Lawshe model to validate the proposed framework for the organization's readiness to implement Blockchain technology. Based on the findings, the final framework includes seven main dimensions, including Blockchain-based business strategy, Operations of a distributed system, culture, People in Blockchain decentralized network, decentralized governance, technology, and Blockchain-based product traceability. Besides, 37 main criteria affected these dimensions, and it can help companies increase the level of Blockchain technology readiness. Finally, this framework is used to measure the readiness of an airline company. According to the analysis results of the analysis, Blockchain-based business strategy, culture, and Blockchain-based product traceability have a medium level of readiness. Moreover, none of the main dimensions of Blockchain technology readiness have sufficient readiness in this case study. This paper suggests practical recommendations to improve the level of Blockchain technology readiness for the managers

Organizational readiness for digital financial innovation and financial resilience

The use of digital financial innovations (DFIs) in firms is widespread for supply or demand reasons. Successful realization of DFIs requires a digital transformation of the organizations. To date, there is hardly any study that discusses the organizational or strategic antecedents of DFIs in organizations. This study uses the organizational readiness and strategic alignment theories to understand how various dimensions of organizational readiness (change valence, change efficacy, and contextual factors) influence DFIs. The study also informs about the moderation effect of digital technology – business strategy alignment on the relationship between organizational readiness and DFIs. We find that the organization's change efficacy (comprising of resource readiness, IT readiness, and cognitive readiness) and contextual factors (comprising of culture readiness, strategic readiness, and partnership readiness) positively influence DFIs. However, no support is found for the moderation effect of digital technology – business strategy. We also find that DFIs positively impact the firms' financial performance and resilience (robustness and adaptability). The results are informative for practitioners and theoreticians. For practitioners, the study informs that realizing DFIs in organizations requires reconfigurability and flexibility of resources, IT, strategy, collaborations, and organization culture. Moreover, DFIs offer financial resilience to the firms to absorb financial shocks. For theoreticians, one crucial finding is that in a developing economy context, digital technology – business strategy alignment does not play a moderation role in realizing DFIs, which may not be the case in the developed economies and merits further research.

Can technology readiness predict farmers’ adoption intention of the e-AgriFinance app?

PurposeThis research aims to examine the effect of the two dimensions of technology readiness – motivator and inhibitor on behavioural intention to adopt a mobile agricultural finance app called e-AgriFinance app among the farmers in Sarawak, Malaysia.Design/methodology/approachData were collected from 337 farmers who cultivated the 4 major crops in Sarawak – oil palm, rubber, cocoa and pepper using a face-to-face questionnaire survey. Collected data were analysed using partial least squares structural equation modelling with R plspm package.FindingsThe research found that both motivator and inhibitor dimensions of technology readiness predicted the farmers’ behavioural intention to adopt the e-AgriFinance app, with the former had a relatively stronger positive effect and the latter had a relatively weaker negative effect.Research limitations/implicationsThis research was conducted in the context of rural farmers in an emerging economy. As such, modern farmers in developed countries may have different adoption behaviour of mobile agricultural finance app. The data were collected from farmers of the four major crops – oil palm, rubber, cocoa and pepper, and thus it may not be representative of the whole population of farmers in Sarawak.Originality/valueThis research served as one of the few studies that focused on the relationship between technology readiness and mobile app adoption among farmers from the perspective of an emerging economy.

Intention to use analytical artificial intelligence (AI) in services – the effect of technology readiness and awareness

PurposeThe automation of services is rapidly growing, led by sectors such as banking and financial investment. The growing number of investments managed by artificial intelligence (AI) suggests that this technology-based service will become increasingly popular. This study examines how customers' technology readiness and service awareness affect their intention to use analytical AI investment services.Design/methodology/approachHypotheses were tested with a data set of 404 North American-based potential customers of robo-advisors. In addition to technology readiness dimensions, the potential customers' characteristics were included in the framework as moderating factors (age, gender and previous experience with financial investment services). A post-hoc analysis examined the roles of service awareness and the financial advisor's name (i.e., robo-advisor vs. AI-advisor).FindingsThe results indicated that customers' technological optimism increases, and insecurity decreases, their intention to use robo-advisors. Surprisingly, feelings of technological discomfort positively influenced robo-advisor adoption. This interesting finding challenges previous insights into technology adoption and value co-creation as analytical AI puts customers into a very passive role and reduces barriers to technology adoption. The research also analyzes how consumers become aware of robo-advisors, and how this influences their acceptance.Originality/valueThis is the first study to analyze the role of customers' technology readiness in the adoption of analytical AI. The authors link the findings to previous technology adoption and automated services' literature and provide specific managerial implications and avenues for further research.

The Implications of Dimensions of E-Government Readiness in Achieving Sustainable ‎Development: A case study in the Nineveh Governorate Bureau

The study aims to show the role of e-government through its dimensions in achieving ‎sustainable development, and the extent of the interest of the researched ‎institution (the Nineveh Governorate Bureau) in these two variables, and to know the ‎level of feeling of employees in the researched institution to the extent of availability ‎of E-Government Readiness Dimensions, and the extent of their agreement on its role ‎in Achieving sustainable development, and the Nineveh Governorate Bureau was ‎chosen as a field for research and it included a random sample of the bureau’s ‎employees, as the questionnaire form and personal interviews were approved in ‎collecting data, and the questionnaire form included phrases related to the study ‎variables, and (247) electronic forms were collected. Personal interviews were ‎conducted with some leaders and employees in the researched institution who are ‎related to the subject of the study to ensure the comprehensiveness and objectivity of ‎the data collected from the researched institution, and the study relied on the ‎descriptive and analytical approach, and a number of statistical tools were used, as the ‎study reached a group Among the most important results are: the existence of a ‎correlation and positive impact of the dimensions of E-Government Readiness in ‎achieving Sustainable Development.‎

English learners’ readiness for online flipped learning: Interrelationships with motivation and engagement, attitude, and support

As one variant of the conventional flipped model, online flipped learning is increasingly implemented and it becomes important to explore how learners may be ready for it and how learner readiness may relate to motivation, attitude, and support. Informed by a multidimensional conceptualization of learner readiness and motivation and engagement, this study investigates the current situation of learner readiness, focusing on the moderating roles of learner attitude and environmental support in moderating the interrelationships between learner readiness and motivation and engagement in online flipped learning. Based on survey responses from 6,364 English learners across 11 Chinese universities, the results reveal that the students exhibited a generally high level of readiness for online flipped learning, though with significant demographic differences. The results also indicate that learner attitudes and environmental support moderated the impact of learner readiness upon learner motivation and engagement in online flipped learning. The findings call for attention to examine closely what dimensions of learner readiness could shape what aspects of motivation and engagement rather than simply assuming a linear causal relationship between readiness and motivation and engagement. A potential polarizing effect in online flipped learning is also highlighted, with implications discussed.

Conceptualizing Industry 4.0 readiness model dimensions: an exploratory sequential mixed-method study

PurposeOrganizations use Industry 4.0 readiness models to evaluate their preparedness prior to the implementation of Industry 4.0. Though there are many studies on Industry 4.0 readiness models, the dimensions of readiness differ. Besides, there is no study empirically validating the readiness model in different sectors or types of organization. The purpose of this study is to conceptualize the dimensions of the Industry 4.0 readiness model and subsequently evaluate the criticality of these dimensions in manufacturing, service, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large enterprises (LEs).Design/methodology/approachThe study uses an exploratory sequential mixed method design. In phase one, 37 senior managers participated through a purposive sampling frame. In phase two, 70 senior managers participated in an online survey.FindingsThe results of the study indicated that the Industry 4.0 readiness model has 10 dimensions. Further, the criticality of the dimensions as applied to different sectors and type of organizations is put forward. This study will help manufacturing, services, SMEs and LEs to evaluate Industry 4.0 readiness before commencing the deployment of Industry 4.0.Practical implicationsThe findings can be very beneficial for Industry 4.0 practitioners and senior managers in different organisations to understand what readiness dimensions need to be considered prior to implementation of Industry 4.0 technology.Originality/valueThis paper makes an attempt to conceptualize the Industry 4.0 readiness model and utilizes an exploratory mixed method for critically evaluating the dimensions related to the model.

Can Temperament Predict School Readiness in At-Risk Kindergarteners? A Combination of Variable-Oriented and Person-Oriented Approaches

ABSTRACT Research Findings: In this study, a combination of variable-oriented and person-oriented statistical analyses was used to examine the links between three temperament factors (negative affectivity, surgency/extraversion, effortful control) evaluated before entry into kindergarten and the cognitive and socioemotional dimensions of school readiness measured at the end of kindergarten. The sample included 98 children considered to be at risk because of their poor school readiness seven months before kindergarten entry. Multiple linear regressions showed that the temperament factors were associated differentially with the school readiness dimensions at the end of kindergarten. Three school readiness profiles (moderate cognitive and socioemotional risk, high socioemotional risk, high cognitive risk) were identified through latent profile analyses. A multinomial logistic regression showed that the temperament factors helped predict membership in the profiles. Practice or policy: Temperament thus represents an important determinant of school readiness and could be used to identify, within an at-risk population, children who are likely to present risks of a different nature at the end of kindergarten. Prevention programs and closer supervision during the transition to school could then be offered to these children.

Community readiness for emergency challenges: Psychological perspective

It is substantiated the necessity to develop a holistic system to ensure the psychological security of the community. It is emphasized that children and school youth suffer a lot from catastrophic events, that is caused not only because of lack of experience (knowledge, skills, response skills in emergencies) but also because of the age peculiarities of their psyche (low stress resistance, which leads to stress and post-stress disorders due to inability to cope with a stressful situation). It is argued that psychologists in the education system should be involved in the process of creating a safe environment in the community. The «readiness of the collective subject of action» category is defined as 1) a set of qualities and knowledge of collective subjects (groups, teams, associations, state institutions) that allow them to interact effectively in a crisis, extreme or emergency conditions in solving common problems; 2) providing objective conditions for establishing and maintaining constructive interaction in the current situation. It is shown that readiness system consists of five vectors: 1) the ability of relevant government agencies and structures to provide the necessary conditions for the society's functioning, and their ability to organize the lives of citizens in a way that minimizes the probability of emergencies; 2) the ability of government agencies to effectively organize the process of preparation for action in case of emergencies, the processes of monitoring and overcoming the consequences of emergencies; 3) the ability of state bodies and structures to provide medical, psychological and humanitarian assistance to victims of the emergency both straight in the emergency, and after the destructive factors performance; 4) the ability of the subjects to perform their professional duties in an emergency; 5) the ability of the emergency situation subjects to constructively/effectively solve various problems. There are highlighted the organizational and psychological dimensions of readiness; there are proposed four groups of tasks that should be solved to psychologically ensure the readiness formation. It is proposed the system of principles to involve psychologists who belong to various public or professional community organizations, and psychologists who work in the education system, to help victims of emergencies. Such system consists of 1) the principle of partnership, 2) the principle of openness, 3) the principle of voluntariness, 4) the principle of fair motivation, 5) the principle of the need to increase competence, 6) the principle of territoriality, 7) the principle of responsibility

Digital competencies in communication management: a conceptual framework of Readiness for Industry 4.0 for communication professionals in the workplace

PurposeThis research is motivated to explore communication professionals' understanding of the digital changes brought by the Industry 4.0 revolution and how such changes may affect the strategies and skills expected in effective communication management. A specific focus of the research is to define the concept of Readiness for Industry 4.0 in communication and propose a theoretical framework to address the key dimensions of Readiness for Industry 4.0 as related to communication management.Design/methodology/approachA mixed research design was employed to fulfill the goal of this research. First, the authors took a grounded theory approach in proposing, conceptualizing and constructing the concept of Readiness for Industry 4.0 by reviewing a wider literature on technology and communication. As part of the conceptualization process, the authors proposed five dimensions which encompass the complexity of building capacity in communication practice to effectively manage changes associated with Industry 4.0. Second, the authors used a qualitative research method, in-depth interviews, to gain insights from 16 senior communication professionals working in South Korea.FindingsThe study’s interview results confirmed the challenge in finding a universal definition of Readiness for Industry 4.0, even though the interviewed senior communication professionals have widely recognized the changes in the workplace brought by the Industry 4.0. Our interviewees agreed that their mindset is ready for the changes. However, they addressed the need for communication professionals to continue to learn and build their knowledge and skills from multiple perspectives. More specifically, skill sets and knowledge in cognitive analytics, data management, technology literacy, sense making skills for digital transformation and digital competencies in crisis management are desired and necessary.Originality/valueThis research advances theory building in communication management by addressing the importance of digital competencies in the workplace. By proposing a theoretical framework to explain the Readiness for Industry 4.0, this article contributes to our knowledge of digital transformation and its impact on effective communication. Moreover, by having deep conversations with industry leaders who are in the forefront of managing the challenges associated with technology advancement, this article enriches its practical implications by linking the discussion to the proposed theoretical framework.

Mobile apps use for wellness and fitness and university students’ subjective wellbeing

Subjective wellbeing among mobile application users attracted researchers’ interest in recent years due to its prevalent role in enhancing everyday life, particularly during the recent coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). While previous work has primarily focused on users’ intention to adopt mobile apps for wellness and fitness (MAWF) purposes, scarce attention has been paid to the post-adoption impact of these apps on users’ subjective wellbeing. This study empirically integrates ‘technology readiness’ and ‘technology acceptance’ models (TRAM) to predict subjective wellbeing among MAWF users. It also critically assesses the strength of the mediating effects on the link between technology readiness and subjective wellbeing. Data analysis of 694 actual users of MAWF by means of SEM-PLS approach proves the robust power of the TRAM model in predicting subjective wellbeing. In addition to their mediating effects, technology acceptance constructs tend to be more influenced by positive dimensions (i.e., optimism and innovativeness) than that of negative dimensions (i.e., insecurity and discomfort) of technology readiness. This study is one of the first attempts to predict subjective wellbeing among actual users of MAWF. The study also delineates a broad spectrum of implications that enrich existing research and better inform decision makers in mobile health field.

Integrasi Pendidikan Bisnis dengan Teaching Factory dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Kesiapan Bekerja Siswa SMK

This study aims to see the effect of teaching factory learning on work readiness of vocational students majoring in online business and marketing in Malang. The number of samples in this study amounted to 281 vocational students with the criteria of having implemented teaching factory learning in schools and had implemented industrial work practices. The influence test is done using structural equation modeling (SEM). Descriptive analysis was also carried out in this research to provide an overview of the respondent's answers to each question item given in this study. The results of this study indicate that the better the implementation of teaching factory learning will increase motivation, personal maturity, social maturity, form good work attitudes and student work skills as dimensions of the variable work readiness of vocational students. Based on the dimensions of students 'work readiness, teaching factory learning has the greatest impact in shaping students' personal maturity. Overall the results of this study show a positive value so that it can be concluded that the better the teaching of teaching factory is, the better the students' work readiness will be and vice versa.

KESIAPAN PEMERINTAH KELURAHAN PETARUKAN KECAMATAN PETARUKAN KABUPATEN PEMALANG PROVINSI JAWA TENGAH DALAM PENGELOLAAN DANA KELURAHAN

This study aims to obtain an overview of the readiness of the Petarukan sub-district government, Petarukan District, Pemalang Regency in managing village funds. The method used in this research is descriptive with an inductive approach. Data collection techniques by interview, documentation, namely data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The result of the research is that the Petarukan Village government is ready to manage the Village Fund. It can be seen from the four dimensions that the authors analyze in this study, namely the first dimension of organizational readiness, that the sub-district government has proposed a village fund management structure consisting of the lurah as the Budget User Authority (KPA), the Secretary of the Lurah as the Commitment Making Officer (PPK). ) and each Section Head as Activity Technical Making Officer (PPTK) and Assistant Treasurer. Second, the dimension of the system, in the activities of inputting or entering data already using an application, namely SIMPDA. Third, the dimensions of human resources, human resources that support the management of the Village Fund are sufficient in terms of numbers but not all of them are included in training or workshops to increase competence. Fourth, the dimensions of facilities and infrastructure, in Petarukan Village the existing facilities and infrastructure are in relatively good condition and ready to support the management of the Village Fund.
 Keywords: Readiness, Management, Village Fund

A holistic model for Global Industry 4.0 readiness assessment

PurposeTransformation to Industry 4.0 has become crucial for nations, and a coherent transformation strategy requires a comprehensive picture of current status and future vision. This study presents a comprehensive model for readiness assessment of nations based on rigorous analysis of several global indices and academic Industry 4.0 literature.Design/methodology/approachA holistic approach is taken considering overall socioeconomic development along with industrial innovation and seven readiness dimensions: enabling environment, human resource, infrastructure, ecological sustainability, innovation capability, cybersecurity and consumers. The indicators used for evaluation are standard metrics for which data are collected from reputed sources such as World Bank, United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), World Economic Forum (WEF) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and hence internationally acceptable.FindingsThe formulated model is used to evaluate Industry 4.0 readiness of 126 economies that account for 98.25% of world’s gross national income. Observations show poor scores of most economies on innovation capability and cybersecurity dimension as compared to other 5 dimensions. In 75% countries, I4.0 readiness score is below 0.5 on a scale of 0–1(completely ready), highest being 0.65 for Denmark.Originality/valueA systematic literature review revealed lack of assessment models discussing a nation's current status or readiness for Industry 4.0. This academic study is first of its kind.

Examining the Relationship Between PsyCap and Readiness for Change: Implementation of E-learning Among Lecturers During Covid-19

The impact of the Covid-19 disease pandemic caused the official government ministry of education in Indonesia to take a strategic step, conducting teaching by e-learning. In the university context, for lecturers who are technologically illiterate, the use of e-learning could be a burden and difficult to learn quickly. It required a readiness for change to adapt and learn e-learning. An antecedent that is considered to shape readiness for change from an individual perspective is Psychological Capital (PsyCap). Therefore, this study, in addition to understanding the readiness for change based on PsyCap by Indonesian lecturers, also provides empirical evidence of the PsyCap dimensions of readiness for change. The data process was conducted using SmartPLS 2.0. The results indicate that self-efficacy, optimism and resilience have significant effects on readiness for change, while hope has no significant effect on readiness for change.

Analysis of Online Learning Readiness Level at Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya (UNUSA)

Since a few years ago, blended learning has been implemented by UNUSA. However, until now, the implementation is still not optimal. Various obstacles, such as network access, availability of devices, and unclear rules in implementing online learning, still occur. Readiness analysis is one of the critical success in online learning implementation. The main objective of this research is to conduct online learning readiness studies at UNUSA. This research was carried out in three main stages: the preparation of measurement instruments, data collection, and analysis of readiness level. The method used is descriptive research method with quantitative and qualitative approaches. The Seakow & Samson e-learning readiness model with five dimensions of readiness, namely policy, technology, financial, human resource, and infrastructure, is used in this study. The result of this study shows that that UNUSA's level of readiness in implementing online learning is in the Ready category, requiring improvement to implement it with a readiness score of 3.68. The dimension with the highest score is technology, which is 3.84. Meanwhile, infrastructure and policy scored 3.77 and 3.72, respectively. The human resources dimension has a readiness score of 3.6. In contrast, the dimension with the lowest score is the financial dimension.

AN EXPLORATORY SURVEY ON ORGANIZATIONAL READINESS FOR EVALUATION IN TURKEY

In designing Evaluation Capacity Building (ECB) programs in a country, it is vital to know the baseline situation. A necessary step is to reveal the status of current understanding and practices of evaluation. The objective of the paper is to explore the evaluation readiness of organizations in Turkey. Following the literature on organizational culture on evaluative inquiry, the study reports on the development and administration of a structured questionnaire with particular focus on various dimensions of organizational readiness for evaluation such as culture, leadership, resources and existing evaluation practices, if any. The survey sample includes 71 representatives of government agencies and, domestic and international NGOs in Turkey. Although evaluation is regarded and perceived as a tool for organizational learning and improved organizational performance, the culture, leadership and structure of the organizations do not show supporting characteristics on the implementation and use of evaluation in organizations. The results reveal a necessity of positioning evaluation as a major tool for efficient use of resources and organizational learning in Turkish organizations.

Ready to Study? Academic Readiness of Traditional and Non-Traditional Students in Germany

Pathways to German higher education have diversified considerably during recent decades and approximately one quarter of all first year students enter higher education with a qualification for the skilled labour market. This contribution seeks to identify different types of pathways to higher education and examine the differences among these groups regarding five dimensions of self-reported academic readiness. For our analyses, we used data on Starting Cohort 5 of the National Educational Panel Study. Our results suggest that for most of the indicators of academic readiness, students who entered via non-traditional pathways reported lower levels of academic readiness than traditional students did. In particular, students without a formal higher-education entrance certificate reported lower levels of academic readiness than any other group did. These patterns remained largely stable after controlling for socio-demographic characteristics and institutional destination.

Key Enablers of Industry 4.0 Development at Firm Level: Findings From an Emerging Economy

Organizations in both developed and developing economies are paying great attention to the Industry 4.0 revolution and associated uses of technologies due to its potential benefits to the manufacturing industry. However, there are a limited number of empirical studies due to its early stage of adoption around the world, especially regarding the key technological factors that are necessary. This article addresses this research gap by identifying the factors that enable successful Industry 4.0 technologies adoption in an emerging economy country, grouping them, and ranking the groups based on priorities for adoption. The study adopts a mixed-method research methodology. Q-sort technique and analytic hierarchy process, respectively, were used to group enabling factors and prioritize the groups for Industry 4.0 technologies adoption. Thereafter, semistructured interviews of key stakeholders in the manufacturing sector in Thailand were carried out to validate and support findings from the quantitative analysis. Five industry experts from automotive and electronic parts/components manufacturers were interviewed. The results show that human capital is the most important readiness dimension for Industry 4.0 technologies implementation. Interoperability and data handling were found to be the next in importance. On the contrary, hardware and technology systems, such as data security and technological infrastructure, were identified as the least important of the technology readiness dimensions. These findings provide a different perspective to extant studies that posited that technology-based factors as the most important for Industry 4.0 success.

Influence of transition readiness from paediatric to adult health care on quality of life in child-parent dyads with long-term conditions.

To delineate the impact of perspective of children's transition readiness from paediatric to adult health care on quality of life in child-parent dyads with long-term conditions. We used Actor-Partner Interdependence Model to identify actor effects (effect of one's own transition readiness on one's own quality of life) and partner effects (effect of one's own transition readiness on the partner's quality of life). A multi-centre cross-sectional survey. The study was conducted in two paediatric hospitals in China from October 2018-August 2019. We used a researcher-designed questionnaire to collect demographic and clinical characteristics. Furthermore, we used four questionnaires assessing transition readiness and quality of life in child and parent respectively to collect data from 370 child-parent dyads. Structural equation modelling was applied to estimate the effect of actor-partner interdependence models. The total score of transition readiness had two actor effects on total child and parent quality of life controlling for age (βchildren =3.335, p=.032 and βparents =8.952, p<.001), while only one actor effect controlling for gender (βparents =8.891, p<.001). Specific transition readiness dimensions had different partner effects on different domains of children and parents' quality of life. Moreover, younger children and fathers had a better quality of life. Our study verified inherently interpersonal relationship that transition readiness appeared to influence quality of life in child-parent dyads with long-term conditions. This study was the first to verify mutual influence of transition readiness and quality of life in child-parent dyad using actor-partner interdependence model. Nurses who design the transition promoting programs should consider the effective communication between healthcare provider and child-parent dyads and support parents' involvement to improve shared understanding about managing child's condition, especially for older children and mothers.