Management Capacity Research Articles

Knowledge sharing mediates relationship between collaborative culture and innovation performance: the moderating role of absorptive capacity

Purpose This paper aims to investigate the influence of collaborative culture and knowledge sharing on innovation performance via moderating role absorptive capacity. Design/methodology/approach This paper used structural equation modeling to examine the level of how collaborative culture and knowledge sharing impact on innovation performance using data collected from 271 Vietnamese firms. Findings The research findings show knowledge sharing mediates the relationship between collaborative culture and innovation performance. It highlights the moderating role of absorptive capacity in fostering the effects of tacit and explicit knowledge sharing on innovation performance. Research limitations/implications Further research should examine the potential moderating effects of absorptive capacity in the knowledge management–innovation relationship to bring deeper understanding on the role of knowledge resource and innovation. Practical implications This paper offers leaders a deeper understanding of the necessary factors and conditions to promote innovation performance in their firms. Originality/value This paper significantly contributes to theoretical and practical initiatives of innovation by highlighting the antecedent roles of collaborative culture, the mediating role of knowledge sharing and moderating role of absorptive capacity.

Career intervention program to promote academic adjustment and success in higher education

IntroductionThe transition to higher education can be challenging for many students, requiring developing skills and strategies to help them overcome various challenges. Adjustment to university is a multifaceted process involving several dimensions. Given the difficulty that a significant percentage of students face in this process, the lack of adaptation to higher education has been widely studied, as it is often associated with academic failure and dropping out of school. To mitigate these risks, career interventions have emerged as an essential support, helping students to develop personal resources such as resilience, time management, and decision-making capacity. The aim here is to present a career intervention program focused on promoting the adjustment and academic success of first-year undergraduate or integrated master’s students and evaluating the participants’ feedback on this intervention.MethodologyThis intervention program aimed to provide students with an opportunity to reflect on their adjustment process to the University, identifying possible areas of vulnerability, providing personalized feedback, and proposing modules of learning and personal and academic development that would favor the adjustment and academic success process. Additionally, it aimed to organize, systematize, and make known the support structures existing at the University to which students can resort in possible situations of psychosocial vulnerability and support for academic and career development. This intervention was based on and used a computer platform developed within the framework of the SUnStar project. The intervention took place over 6 weeks using the Teams platform and consisted of three modules, with module two divided into different sessions and topics. Seventy-four university students participated in the intervention, 56 (75.7%) of whom were female. A questionnaire with four Likert-type questions was designed to evaluate the sessions by the students.ResultsThe session “Pursuing my UMinho Career: Institutional Support Structures” consistently received the highest ratings across multiple evaluation criteria. In contrast, the “Social Networks and Cooperation” session received the lowest, although all sessions were rated above the average response point. The results are discussed regarding their relevance in an academic context and their implications for future interventions with this target group.

Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration and Community Development: An analysis of Impact in Selected Countries

Purpose: This paper explores the relationship between community development and Farmer-Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) as a strategy for resource conservation and community empowerment. It highlights how FMNR contributes to ecological sustainability and rural household livelihoods in selected countries in West and East Africa, including Niger, Ghana, Mali, Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya. Methodology: A content review of FMNR practices was conducted, focusing on their adoption, spread, and impact on community development. The analysis emphasized economic empowerment, ecological sustainability, best practices, challenges, and mitigation strategies. Findings: The study found that FMNR enhances community livelihoods by promoting sustainable natural resource use and reducing environmental degradation. It strengthens community capacity for resource management and supports rural economic development. However, challenges such as land fragmentation, technological gaps, and limited adoption were noted. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: To scale up FMNR, stakeholders should prioritize community training, strengthen institutional frameworks, and provide policy support for sustainable resource management. Addressing technological and socio-economic barriers is essential to maximize FMNR's potential in improving livelihoods and achieving ecological sustainability.

Predictive Optimization of Patient No-Show Management in Primary Healthcare Using Machine Learning.

The "no-show" problem in healthcare refers to the prevalent phenomenon where patients schedule appointments with healthcare providers but fail to attend them without prior cancellation or rescheduling. In addressing this issue, our study delves into a multivariate analysis over a five-year period involving 21,969 patients. Our study introduces a predictive model framework that offers a holistic approach to managing the no-show problem in healthcare, incorporating elements into the objective function that address not only the accurate prediction of no-shows but also the management of service capacity, overbooking, and idle resource allocation resulting from mispredictions. Our approach simplifies preprocessing and eliminates the need for expert judgment in variable selection, thereby enhancing the model's usability in routine healthcare operations. Our research revealed that key predictors of no-shows are consistent across various studies. We employed semi-automatic feature selection techniques, achieving results comparable to state-of-the-art approaches but with significantly reduced complexity in their selection. This method not only streamlines the feature selection process but also enhances the overall efficiency and scalability of our predictive models, making them more adaptable to diverse healthcare settings. This comprehensive strategy enables healthcare providers to optimize resource allocation and improve service delivery, making our findings relevant for healthcare systems globally facing similar challenges. Future work aims to expand the analysis by incorporating additional third-party data sources, such as weather and commuting activities, to explore the broader impacts of external factors on patient no-show behavior. To the best of our knowledge, this innovative approach is expected to provide deeper insights and further enhance the predictability and effectiveness of no-show mitigation strategies in healthcare systems.

Determinants Affecting Air Cargo Operational Performance in Thailand: A Strategic and Mixed-Methods Approach

Background and Aims: The operational effectiveness of air cargo is a critical factor in global supply chains, as it impacts both economic growth and commerce efficiency. This study aims 1. To evaluate the impact of human, technological, cargo handling, and environmental factors on the operational efficiency of air cargo in Thailand, 2. To explore the practical insights associated with air cargo performance efficiency, and 3. To propose strategies for enhancing air cargo operational performance. Methodology: The authors employed a sequential explanatory mixed methods approach to investigate the determinants affecting air cargo operational performance. We investigated the impact of human, technological, cargo handling, and environmental factors on the operational performance of air cargo. Quantitative data were initially gathered via a survey of 431 participants, comprising cargo operation agents, customs officers, airport managers, and cargo handling and airline personnel in Thailand. Thirteen key informants were purposefully chosen to ensure their roles and experiences were highly relevant to the air cargo industry. Criteria included five years of professional experience, and involvement in critical areas such as cargo handling, capacity management, storage, operational coordination, or regulatory compliance. Results: It revealed significant relationships across all variables, with technological advancements exhibiting the strongest influence, followed by human factors, cargo handling processes, and environmental factors. In the subsequent qualitative phase, thematic analysis highlighted the critical role of technology including sorting technologies for loading/unloading, real-time tracking, predictive analytics such as demand forecasting, route optimization, and dynamic pricing integrating with human factors such as training, motivation, and teamwork to improve operational performance. Conclusion: The operational efficiency of air cargo is greatly affected by the adoption of advanced technologies, the improvement of human resource management, and the optimization of cargo handling processes, while considering environmental and external factors.

Role of Local Water Institutions in Water Resources Management in Sanya-Kware Sub-catchment of the Pangani Basin, Tanzania

This study investigates the role of local water institutions in water resource management in the Sanya-Kware sub-catchment of the Pangani River Basin, Tanzania. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from a sample of 96 traditional furrow committee members representing 20 villages across highland, midland, and lowland zones. The research examines the contributions and limitations of traditional furrow committees and their interactions with newly established Water User Associations (WUAs). Results reveal that traditional institutions, deeply rooted in cultural norms, provide effective localized solutions for water allocation and conflict resolution. However, they face challenges such as limited adherence to Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) principles, lack of legal enforcement, and insufficient capacity for financial and administrative management. Overlapping roles between traditional and formal institutions often lead to conflicts, especially during periods of water scarcity. Despite these challenges, traditional furrow committees remain resilient, effectively managing water resources through collective action and culturally embedded practices. Large-scale irrigators and other stakeholders who engaged with these traditional systems reported better outcomes in water sharing and conflict resolution. The findings highlight the need for a balanced governance framework that integrates the strengths of traditional institutions with formal mechanisms to enhance water resource management. The study concludes by emphasizing the importance of capacity-building, legal recognition, and structured collaboration to ensure equitable and sustainable water governance in sub-catchment areas.

Equipping residential aged care facilities for acute respiratory illness: The Western Sydney experience of improving outbreak management.

Acute respiratory illnesses have a disproportionate impact on older people, and especially those living in residential aged care facilities where transmission risks are heightened. Additionally, staff in these facilities have been working under challenging conditions, often ill-equipped in terms of both training and resources to successfully manage the outbreaks of these illnesses. This paper examines the actions of an Australian public health unit to improve influenza outbreak management in residential aged care facilities and critiques the outcomes through a contemporary lens. A naturalistic case study using critical thematic analysis was used to study the Western Sydney Public Health Unit's work with the residential aged care facilities under their jurisdiction in the management of influenza outbreaks during 2014-2019. Key to the Public Health Unit's approach to improving outbreak management in residential aged care facilities was their sustained engagement with aged care stakeholders, activities to build outbreak management capacity in this setting, and an investment in research to inform ongoing action. This engagement was mutually beneficial, as the Public Health Unit and residential aged care facilities became more attuned to each other's needs and challenges. Supporting facility staff in difficult situations resulted in a timelier public health response and improved outbreak management. In Australia, Public Health Units are important partners in the cumulative development of outbreak management capacity and responsiveness in the residential aged care setting; particularly considering the challenges posed by novel pathogens and in establishing an evidence base for best practice and future preparedness.

Forest value chain resilience from a local perspective in five European countries: analysis of predictors and co-drivers

Climate change-associated disturbances such as storms, wildfires, and pest outbreaks increasingly destabilize forest systems, threatening their ecological, economic, and social functions. These disruptions impact the forest value chain (FVC) by causing fluctuations in timber supply, from a quantity and quality perspective. This study employed the operational resilience framework (ORF) to assess FVC resilience in five European case studies (CZ, HR, DE, FIN, and ESP), focusing on timber supply as a key system variable. A resilience assessment was conducted using resilience thresholds, considering sustainability from both ecological and economic perspectives. Principal component analysis (PCA) identified three predictor groups that influenced FVC resilience: wood production (WP), harvesting systems (HS), and management and silviculture (MS). Findings revealed that regions with proactive management and sufficient processing capacities (CZ, HR, and ESP) maintained relative stability despite natural disturbances, while others (DE and FIN) experienced prolonged instability due to market-driven logging practices and limited adaptive measures. The study highlighted the frequent breaching of resilience thresholds, particularly during high-volume salvage logging following disturbances such as bark beetle outbreaks, windstorms, and wildfires. The results emphasized the importance of integrating adaptive and proactive strategies to mitigate these impacts. The ORF demonstrated potential for operationalizing FVC resilience and provided guidance for improving preparedness against future disturbances.

A Comparison of Tourists’ Spatial–Temporal Behaviors Between Location-Based Service Data and Onsite GPS Tracks

Tourism and recreation managers rely on spatial-temporal data to measure visitors’ behavior for gauging carrying capacity and sustainable management. Location-based service (LBS) data, which passively record location data based on mobile devices, may enable managers to measure behaviors while overcoming constraints in labor, logistics, and cost associated with in-person data collection. However, further validation of LBS data at more refined spatial and temporal scales within tourism attractions is needed. We compared observations of salient spatial–temporal measures from a stratified sample of onsite visitors’ GPS traces in a popular U.S. National Park during peak season over two years with a sample of visitors’ traces collected during the same period by a third-party LBS data provider. We described trip characteristics and behaviors within 34 points of interest (POIs) and then pre-processed both datasets into weighted, directed networks that treated POIs as nodes and flow between POIs as edges. Both datasets reported similar proportions of day-use visitors (~79%) and had moderate-to-strong correlations across networks depicting visitor flow (r = 0.72–0.85, p < 0.001). However, relative to the onsite data, LBS data underestimated the number of POIs the visitors stopped by and differed in its rank of popular POIs, underestimating the length of time visitors spent in POIs (z = 1, p ≤ 0.001) and overestimating visitation to the most popular POIs (z = 180, p = 0.044). Our findings suggest that LBS data may be helpful for identifying trends or tracking tourist movement in aggregate and at crude spatial and temporal scales, but they are too sparse and noisy to reliably measure exact movement patterns, visitation rates, and stay time within attractions.

PERATURAN PERDAGANGAN INTERNASIONAL DI ASEAN DAN RRT: TANTANGAN DAN PELUANG BAGI UMKM

This study discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by Indonesian Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in facing international trade in the ASEAN region and the People's Republic of China (PRC). Amidst growing regulatory complexity, MSMEs are faced with barriers such as differences in technical standards, complicated customs procedures, and limited access to market information. However, there are also opportunities from free trade agreements and regional initiatives that can be utilized to expand markets. Through a qualitative approach and literature review, this research identifies key barriers for MSMEs, including limited management capacity, and the importance of collaboration between the government and private sector in developing comprehensive solutions to improve MSME competitiveness in the global market.

Exploring the impacts of land titling on eco-environment: A case of livestock farming system in Inner Mongolia, China.

Livestock farming system (LFS) is an important pillar of the agri-food system. With global environmental problems severer, exploring how to improve the eco-environment of LFS through institutional change is receiving increasingly concern. Based on macro and micro data from Inner Mongolia, this study examines the impacts of land titling on the eco-environment of LFS, explores the potential mechanisms, and analyzes the heterogeneity in terms of farm size by applying GIS spatial analysis and time-varying difference-in-difference (TV-DID) model. Main results showed that overall land titling significantly improved the eco-environment represented by GVC. (1) The GIS spatial analysis indicated that land titling considerably increased GVC. The TV-DID model results further verified that land titling increased the GVC by 0.306 grade, and increased vegetation height by 1.27cm on average; (2) The effects varied across farm sizes, with the GVC increased by 0.745 grade on farms larger than 373ha and 0.230 grade otherwise; (3) The effects were mainly induced by the enhancement of farmers' attitudes, management capacities and land use behaviors after land titling. These three effects indicate the net effect, scale effect and security effect of land titling on the eco-environment of LFS, respectively. The study highlights that appropriate institutions are conducive to the sustainable management of livestock farming system, and beneficial for the natural resource-based poor worldwide.

Unlocking network hosting capacity for flexible queue management

Unlocking network hosting capacity for flexible queue management

The impact mechanism of digital transformation on the supply chain capabilities of the fresh-cut flower industry in Yunnan province of China

Given the rapid global economic development and continuous technical advancements, a key strategy for companies trying to improve their competitive edge and accomplish sustainable development is digital transformation. This study's goal was to investigate how the supply chain capabilities of Yunnan Province's fresh-cut flower business are affected by digital transformation. To collect data, the study employed a survey methodology based on a questionnaire. Ultimately, 402 flower businesses in Yunnan Province produced valid du-plicates. PLS-SEM was utilized in the study to evaluate the data, and the results showed that digital transformation greatly improved the enterprises' capacity for both innovation and supply chain management; innovation capabilities positively impacted supply chain capabilities and acted as a mediator in the relationship between supply chain capabilities and digital transformation. Furthermore, organizational readiness largely exhibits a positive moderating effect on the relationship between digital transformation and supply chain capabilities, whereas technology readiness not only fosters but also reinforces the relationship between digital transformation and innovation capabilities. These results offer an effective reference suggestion for fresh-cut flower companies in Yunnan Province and nationwide on how to enhance supply chain capabilities through digital transformation to improve their competitive advantages.

Introduction of molecular point-of-care testing for SARS-CoV-2 in a triage unit of a large maternity hospital: An evaluation of staff experiences.

Recent advances in the development of rapid SARS-CoV-2 point of care (POC) testing provided an opportunity to aid clinical decision making in front-line healthcare settings. Perspectives of POC COVID-19 screening of pregnant women are under-researched. To assess the impact of a SARS-CoV-2 POC testing platform implemented in a busy maternity hospital, with limited isolation capacity, during the third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. We conducted a before and after comparison of two consecutive 12-month periods and a retrospective evaluation of staff attitudes and POC test acceptance. Turnaround Time (TAT) and testing numbers were assessed by computer audit. Qualitative data was collected using confidential questionnaires. Mean TAT for the POC platform was 5.3x quicker (p < 0.001, chi-square test) when compared with local virus laboratory PCR testing. Samples sent for laboratory testing reduced by almost one third, following introduction of the POC device. A total of 27 staff members completed a POC testing satisfaction survey, which documented ease of use and benefits for diagnosis assistance, patient management and patient experience. In this single-center maternity setting, POC testing decreased laboratory testing volume and SARS-Cov-2 result TAT for symptomatic women and those awaiting crucial investigations. POC COVID-19 investigation was deemed acceptable by the clinical team for facilitating patient placement, management, and use of limited isolation capacity.

The EVFTA and Increasing the Operational Efficiency of the Banking Industry

The article aims to understand the impact of The Vietnam –EUfree trade agreement (EVFTA) on the operations of the Vietnamese banking industry. Through the collection of agreement-related documents related to the banking sector and the actual operations of Vietnamese banks, the article employs a qualitative research methodology to identify opportunities and challenges. To assess the banking industry’s ability to access and take advantage of the agreement, the study surveyed 152 leaders from thirty-six Vietnamese commercial banks. The results show that when the agreement takes effect, Vietnamese commercial banks have the opportunity to attract investors from Europe, improve risk management capacity, diversify services, promote digital transformation, bancassurance, and diversify bank income. Besides, this agreement also brings many challenges to banks such as increased costs, competition, risks, conflict of interest, requires high quality human resources. The findings also highlight barriers to the agreement’s commitments in the areas of core banking, administrative capacity, and infrastructure system network. The article then offers strategies Vietnamese commercial banks can use to improve the effectiveness of their operations.

Electrifing heat: innovations in network capacity management for medium voltage sites

Electrifing heat: innovations in network capacity management for medium voltage sites

Good Environmental Governance dalam Pengelolaan Sampah di Kota Pekanbaru

This research is motivated by the high population growth in Pekanbaru City, Riau Province. This growth has led to various issues, one of which is the daily increase in waste generation. Considering Pekanbaru's limited waste management capacity, a sustainable and environmentally conscious approach is necessary. This study aims to analyze and explore the application of good environmental governance in waste management in Pekanbaru City and to identify the challenges faced. The theoretical framework used is Belbase's good environmental governance theory, which includes seven indicators: rule of law, participation and representation, access to information, transparency and accountability, decentralization, institutions and organizations, and access to justice. The research employs a qualitative approach based on postpositivist philosophy, using data triangulation for data collection. Data analysis in this research involves three stages: data condensation, which is done by selecting key informants; data presentation, which summarizes responses from each informant; and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that waste management in Pekanbaru City does not yet meet the principles of Good Environmental Governance. The challenges include policy changes, lack of environmental awareness, and the absence of a structured waste management system.

Analysis of the influence of entrepreneurial behavior on business performance

This scholarly investigation is specifically designed to thoroughly explore and analyze the multifaceted influence exerted by entrepreneurial behavior on the overall performance of businesses across various sectors. By engaging in a comprehensive literature review, this research endeavors to construct an intricate and nuanced understanding of the ways in which entrepreneurial behavior can effectively shape, mold, and influence a diverse array of dimensions related to business performance, including profitability, market share, and customer satisfaction. In this academic discourse, the research delineates the principal findings derived from a meticulous examination of related literature, with a focused emphasis on identifying the pivotal factors that serve to mediate and facilitate the correlation between entrepreneurial behavior and the resultant business performance outcomes. The abstract conclusions drawn from this investigation can serve as a foundational basis for subsequent research endeavors aimed at further elucidating this critical relationship. The empirical results generated through this rigorous research methodology indicate a significant positive correlation between entrepreneurial behavior and enhanced business performance, underscoring the importance of proactive entrepreneurial initiatives. Specifically, initiatives designed to uncover and capitalize on new business opportunities, coupled with innovative approaches to marketing strategies and a prudent capacity for risk management, all contribute fundamentally to the enhancement of business productivity and long-term sustainability. This research ultimately provides profound and comprehensive insights that are invaluable for business stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers, thereby equipping them with the knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of the entrepreneurial landscape effectively.

Recreational Fisher Local Ecological Knowledge Provides Information Applicable to the Management of an Anthropogenically Impacted Estuary

ABSTRACTAnthropogenic impacts to estuaries are increasing globally, and often exceed the capacity of resource managers to effectively quantify environmental changes, design and implement effective restoration programs, or assess ecosystem response to specific restoration projects. We interviewed recreational fishers to document spatiotemporal fishing effort over a 40‐year period, analyzed commercial fishing landings, to qualitatively compare the data to seagrass monitoring estimates of aerial coverage and percent cover over a four‐decade period for the Indian River Lagoon, Florida (USA). Fisher effort and landings mirrored declines in seagrass percent cover, which preceded declines in seagrass aerial coverage resulting from large‐scale, harmful algal blooms. A super‐bloom was posited as the point of ecological collapse of the Indian River Lagoon. We recommend engaging stakeholders and incorporating local ecological knowledge into resource management programs to monitor and improve restoration outcomes by expanding the knowledge base from which decisions are made.

Construction of digital creation development model of intangible cultural heritage crafts in China

The innovative use of digital technology to create resources for intangible cultural heritage crafts (ICHCs) has emerged as a new focus for preserving and transmitting ICHCs. However, not enough research has been done on the variables impacting how ICHCs behave when they are exploited for digital cultural creativity. In order to synthesized and refined the key factors influencing the digital cultural and creative development of intangible heritage crafts. A theoretical model for the digital development of intangible heritage crafts was constructed, and the structural relationships among the factors within the model were analyzed. This study collects relevant textual data from the official websites of China’s main provinces’ ICH (Intangible Cultural Heritage) and large databases between 2016 and 2022. It also develops a theoretical model using grounded theory. The findings indicate that the five primary categories of innovation and inheritance needs, management and maintenance capacity, creative development type, creative application strategy, and creative development benefits have a significant impact. Among these, the ICHC’s digital innovation and development behaviors are a result of their need for innovation, development, and inheritance. The development of digital innovation is contingent upon possessing management and maintenance capacity, which includes technical expertise, digital platform construction, Education and Training support, Community collaboration support and digital governance capability. There are three development modes for digital innovation and ICHC’s development: primary, secondary, and fusion. It utilizes the Focused Crafts Ontology approach, the Branded IP Benefits strategy, and the Focus on Product Innovation approach. The practice of digital innovation and the growth of ICHCs have led to the creation of new opportunities and the benefits of creative development, which are evident in economic, social, and endogenous development. A precise theoretical foundation for systematically examining the digital creative growth of ICHC can be obtained from the research presented in this paper. Establish a digital cultural creation resource that the global community can utilize to revive Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) and preserve traditional crafts.