Organizational Sustainability Research Articles

The art of living together: space mining ecosystem, sustainability and accountability

PurposeA major obstacle regarding the measurement of an organization's sustainability and accountability in the space economy is defining the context and boundaries of commercial activity in outer space. Here, we introduce an ecosystem framework to address this obstacle. We utilize this framework to analyze the space mining sector. Our ecosystem framework sets the space mining sector's boundaries and helps a firm identify key stakeholders, activities, policies, norms and common pool resources in that sector and the interactions between them; a significant step in structuring how to measure space sustainability and accountability.Design/methodology/approachBorrowing theories and perspectives from a wide range of academic fields, this paper conducts a comprehensive context analysis of the space mining ecosystem.FindingsUsing our ecosystem framework to define the context and set boundaries for the space mining sector allowed us to identify sustainability-related issues in the sector and offer roadmaps to develop sustainability measures and standards.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is one of the first papers to introduce a framework to define boundaries in the global space economy and provides a tool to understand, measure and evaluate the space mining sector's environmental, social and economic issues.

Building sustainable organizations online: How leaders embed sustainability into organizational culture in virtual contexts

AbstractBusiness organizations may provide significant contributions toward sustainable development, and their leaders have a critical responsibility in incorporating sustainability into their organizational cultures. However, virtual collaboration creates specific challenges in this task. Although existing literature explores how sustainability is integrated into corporate culture in onsite contexts, a gap exists regarding this process in online teams. As such, this study explores how leaders embed sustainability into organizational culture in virtual contexts. Using thematic analysis on data gathered from interviews with 12 participants, this study suggests that leaders exhibit particular behaviors in this undertaking, including recognizing challenges, engaging employees, role modeling, crafting strategy and planning, monitoring and assessing performance, developing partnerships and activating internal communities, and aligning personal and organizational values. These may be further categorized into intrapersonal, interpersonal and functional leader behaviors, which remain salient in the new normal as organizations balance their virtual and face‐to‐face modes of interaction.

Drivers, barriers and key practices of corporate sustainability strategy implementation in hotels

This paper analyzes the implementation of corporate sustainability strategies (CSS) in hotels, identifying key factors and practices as perceived by middle-managers. Using qualitative methods, we conducted initial and in-depth interviews with owners, top-managers, and 37 middle-managers from various departments of a hotel chain in the Canary Islands. An existing literature-informed CSS implementation framework guided our analysis, revealing nine key factors that act as drivers, barriers, or both to CSS implementation. We identified crucial practices including paper-use reduction, employee well-being, plastic-use reduction, energy efficiency, recycling, water management, air quality, social contribution, food waste management, and green chemicals, noting varying relevancies across departments. Particularly, work-wellbeing, plastic-use reduction, and energy efficiency showed the highest alignment with CSS. Our findings offer insights into the practical application of CSS, underscoring the importance of tailoring department-specific practices to overarching sustainability goals to bolster organizational sustainability strategies.

The Role of Workforce Diversity in Improving Organizational Sustainability and Innovation of the Manufacturing Industry in Nigeria

Objectives: The goal of this study was to see how worker diversity affected organisational sustainability and innovation in a specific manufacturing industry in Nigeria. Specifically the study determine the impact of gender, age diversity, ethnic diversity and educational diversity on the sustainability and innovation of organisations. Theoretical Framework: The management research, functional categories, social categories, and psychological research where explored in this study. These categories serve as illustrative examples within the broader context of understanding various dimensions of research in the field of management. Method: The study included a descriptive research design. Individual survey questionnaire were distributed to a sample of 20 companies and 81 participants from the indicated industrial industries. CVR=1 was obtained by using Lawshe's template to test the questionnaire's validity, while Cronbach Alpha was used and supplied a coefficient alpha of 0.86 to establish the questionnaire's homogeneity. Data was collected on-site and analysed using frequency counts and percentages. At p.01 and .05, the Spearman rank correlation coefficient was utilized to evaluate statistical significance. Findings: Gender, age, and educational background are all substantially connected with organizational sustainability and innovation, workforce diversity characteristics have been identified as major predictors of organizational sustainability and innovation, but ethnic diversity has been found to be negatively related to organisational sustainability and innovation. The implication is that the chosen manufacturing firm has an outstanding age, gender, and educational diversity composition, and that it must be handled properly to fully profit from the diversity. Conclusion: The selected manufacturing company must supply various skill maximization training to enhance the employees' current inventive capacity and ensure ethnic variable is handled the positive way to ensure organizational sustainability.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND ITS ROLE IN PROMOTING ORGANIZATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY APPLIED STUDY-BABYLON ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION DIRECTORATE

The research aims to highlight the importance of emotional intelligence, which is one of the important topics that the majority of business institutions in general and educational institutions in particular may not focus on, perhaps due to the lack of awareness of its positive results affecting organizational sustainability. The research aims to address new elements different from what is familiar to know. The extent of its relationship and its impact on organizational sustainability, through a questionnaire designed for this purpose and distributed to a sample size of (56) employees in the Babylon Electricity Distribution Directorate. (50) samples were retrieved and the results were analyzed through descriptive statistical models and correlation. The research reached the following conclusions: There is a relationship between emotional intelligence and organizational sustainability.

ORGANIZACIONES SOSTENIBLES? LA PERCEPCIÓN DE LOS ESTUDIANTES DE UNA INSTITUCIÓN DE EDUCACIÓN SUPERIOR

The role of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) as opinion and behavior makers has long been recognized and this affects relevant issues between society and organizations such as sustainability. Studying how university students perceive sustainability in organizations can reveal guidelines for decision-making and actions in HEIs. There fore, the objective of this study is to verify which factors and variables impact the perception of students about the sustainability of organizations. A Survey was conducted with students of an HEI in south of Brazil. Data collection was performed through a questionnaire and a valid sample of 895 respondents was obtained. The results show the positive impact of the factors Environmental and Sustainable Aspects, Social, Ethical and Corporate Governance. It is concluded that the elements that form these factors generate guidelines for theim provement of sustainability practices.

An Evaluation of The Impact of Leadership Styles on the Performance of SMEs in Zambia: A Conceptual Perspective

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) contribute a significant portion to Zambia’s economy, playing vital roles in employment, revenue generation, and societal development. Despite their importance, SMEs in Zambia face challenges, including high failure rates attributed to ineffective management and unsuitable leadership. Leadership is crucial for organizational success, yet its impact on SME performance in Zambia remains underexplored. This research aims to assess the influence of leadership styles on Zambian SMEs' performance. The study is rooted in the understanding that effective leadership is essential for organizational success, particularly in SMEs facing dynamic and competitive environments. Drawing on existing literature, the research examines various leadership styles, including transformational, transactional, laissez-faire, and servant leadership. Leadership styles have significant implications for organizational performance. Transformational leadership inspires followers to surpass expectations and fosters innovation and employee motivation. Transactional leadership focuses on goal setting and rewards, ensuring compliance but may limit long-term growth. Laissez-faire leadership grants autonomy but risks organizational disorganization. Servant leadership prioritizes employee well-being, adaptability, and long-term sustainability, aligning closely with SME needs. The study suggests that servant leadership is particularly well-suited for managing Zambian SMEs due to its emphasis on employee engagement, adaptability, talent retention, organizational culture, and long-term sustainability. By fostering a supportive environment, empowering employees, and promoting a positive organizational culture, servant leaders can navigate the challenges faced by Zambian SMEs and nurture their growth and success. In conclusion, effective leadership is crucial for Zambian SMEs to thrive in today's competitive landscape. Servant leadership emerges as a promising approach for managing SMEs, offering a holistic framework that prioritizes employee well-being and organizational sustainability. Recommendations include fostering servant leadership practices among SME culture and contribute to Zambia’s economy.

AI-powered Leadership in Moroccan Organizations: An Integrative Literature Review

This integrative literature review (ILR) examines how we can exploit AI to enhance organizational leadership in Morocco, where there is a notable lack of awareness among leaders and IT policymakers about the revolutionary potential of AI-powered leadership. This ILR aims to address this knowledge gap by looking at the application and impact of strategic analytics and adaptive machine learning management in critical industries such as banking, healthcare, tourism, manufacturing, and logistics. These AI-driven techniques get value for their ability to alter leadership by improving Moroccan decision-makers capacities in driving competitiveness and organizational sustainability. The review thoroughly illuminates the power of AI-driven leadership, which Strategic Analytics and Adaptive Machine Learning Management trigger. The study's conceptual framework revolves around four key pillars: AI, strategic analytics, leadership, and adaptive machine learning management. This ILR employs inclusion and exclusion criteria, data extraction, data analysis and synthesis, and conceptual mapping to ensure the rigor and comprehensiveness of the research material. The findings of this ILR highlight the significance of implementing strategic analytics and adaptive machine learning management into Morocco's leadership practices. They illuminate the need to develop a strong leadership pipeline, conduct collaborative research, establish policy frameworks, safeguard data, foster innovation in management, and train the workforce. This review offers suggestions for forthcoming policies and practices, emphasizing the application of adaptive machine learning management and strategic analytics. These recommendations can significantly influence the practice of AI-powered leadership in Moroccan organizations and offer valuable insights for future research.

Building a resilient future: collaborative sustainability regulation

Abstract The challenge of sustainability lies in achieving a balance between satisfying present needs and protecting resources for future generations with an emphasis on its three pillars—environmental, social and governance. This study explored sustainable development encompassing environmental, social and governance aspects along with sustainability reporting through various sustainability frameworks. A systematic review of literature for the period 2010–23 on major worldwide sustainability frameworks was conducted, by offering insights into enhancing reporting mechanisms for a sustainable future. Secondary data related to sustainability reports were obtained from the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board and International Integrated Reporting Council, which helped in examining sector and year variations across countries. The results reflected that mandatory sustainability disclosures help to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and global sustainability frameworks help to set standards, disseminate information and promote transparency. Collaboration of investment, company action and sustainability organizations can lead to a sustainable global economy. The adoption of sustainability reporting can help organizations by fostering a proper understanding of sustainability practices, improving transparency and identifying potential business opportunities in sectors with lower sustainability. The paper provided insights into sustainability reporting published across various countries in both advanced as well as emerging and developing economies. The analysis showed which sectors and time periods have had the most sustainability reports and which areas needed to be targeted for action to advance sustainable development.

Editorial: Special issue on the spillover effect of crises

This special issue contains ten articles covering a wide range of topics that examine crisis contagion, showcasing the diverse approaches and methodologies employed in understanding this critical aspect of Crisis Communication. The articles in this special issue represent a wealth of knowledge in an under-researched area of Crisis Communication, highlighting both the complexity and the importance of mitigating crisis spillover risks. By bringing together these varied perspectives, this special issue not only enriches the academic discourse but also offers practical insights for practitioners. We believe that this collection of articles will serve as a cornerstone for future research, encouraging scholars to explore and address the gaps in our understanding of crisis contagion. Through this special issue, we aim to spark a broader conversation about the strategies that organizations can employ to navigate the turbulent waters of crisis communication more effectively, thereby contributing to the resilience and sustainability of organizations in the face of crisis spillover risks.

Líneas de investigación y perspectivas futuras de los estudios organizacionales: una revisión

Organizational studies allow us to analyze and understand the functioning of organizations, generate knowledge and improve their management and performance, from perspectives different from the classic ones with which the organizational phenomenon has been analyzed in a traditional way; These perspectives invite a critical look at this phenomenon. However, it is relevant to evaluate its potential to provide theories, models and tools that help advance the field of management and improve the effectiveness and sustainability of organizations. To date, no review has been identified in Scopus that synthesizes the literature on organizational studies from a bibliometric analysis, by doing so, this article provides a basis for researchers in organizational studies to learn about various future lines of research. The objective of this document is to review scientific documents published in Scopus(r) on organizational studies, to propose a structure of published scientific knowledge, so that different future lines of research are offered. 1091 documents were found that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria in the database that were processed with Bibliometrix, VosViewer and ToS. The main lines of research identified were: a) Leadership and management of organizational change; b) Changing, diverse and inclusive work environments; c) Legitimation, sustainability and organizational responsibility.

Strategic Alignment: Linking Employee Compensation with Organizational Sustainability

Expanding upon existing research on compensation, this study delves into the intricate connections among employee competencies, corporate cultures, and compensation strategies. These strategies, often discussed in literature pertaining to the implementation of pay-for-performance (PFP) systems or the challenges leading to their failure, have been underrepresented in research directed towards HR education practitioners. This study fills this gap by shedding light on which organizational factors are crucial in determining the suitability of PFP or alternative compensation programs. Drawing upon data gathered from 385 employees in the American manufacturing sector, the findings reveal statistically significant relationships between employee competencies and organizational cultures. These findings align with previous research, underscoring the linkages between compensation schemes, various organizational competencies, and diverse organizational cultures, thereby enriching the existing literature on the subject.

Driving sustainability in organizations: polymathic responsible leadership and circular economy

AbstractIssues around environmental sustainability have significantly increased in importance in both management practice and scholarship. One approach to address these is the transformative concept of the circular economy, which offers an alternative to traditional models of production and consumption. With organizations starting to adopt circular economy models and principles, the pivotal role of leaders in reshaping organizational practices from linear to circular approaches has begun to emerge. In this paper we introduce a novel perspective on responsible leadership emphasizing the need for a polymathic approach to address sustainability and apply this to the context of the circular economy. Viewing responsibility in leadership through a meta-taxonomy of effective leadership orientations, we apply our framework to a case study and illustrate its usefulness in guiding research and practice in the area of sustainability within organizations.

Quality management practices enhance the legitimacy of organizations through improved performance: a perspective from oil processing industries

PurposeQuality management practices (QMP) have stood as one of the critical strategic differentiators for enhancing firm performance. The production and manufacturing industry is the main driving force of economic growth and social development for any developed or developing country. This study aims to focus on two primary dimensions of QMP: soft quality management practices (SQMP) and hard quality management practices (HQMP) from the socio-technical system perspectives. Based on institutional theory perspectives, the study explores the impact of SQMP and HQMP on quality performance (QP), innovation performance (IVP) and financial performance (FP) in Indian oil processing organizations.Design/methodology/approachA proposed research model is validated using 289 cross-sectional survey data collected from the senior officials of oil processing firms in India. Covariance-based structural equation modeling is used to verify the proposed theoretical model.FindingsSQMP, directly and indirectly, influenced QP and IVP while only indirectly to FP mediated through QP. HQMP directly impacted only QP while indirectly to IVP and FP mediated through QP.Research limitations/implicationsImpact of organizational legitimacy in proper utilization or application of QMP in achieving the firm sustainable growth. The future study may address the following Research Question (RQ) also: How do QMP enhance the legitimacy of organizations operating in the oil processing industries? Are there specific mechanisms or pathways through which improved performance contributes to enhanced organizational legitimacy? How does legitimacy impact the success and sustainability of organizations, particularly, within the context of the oil processing industries? Are there regulatory requirements or industry certifications that organizations must adhere to in order to maintain legitimacy?Practical implicationsSimilarly, manufacturing firms establish QMP of interaction and maintaining relationships with all the stakeholders, total employee empowerment and involvement, workforce commitment and workforce management, helping to control their reputations and maintain legitimacy (Li et al., 2023). Similarly, in the health industry, the health management information system (HMIS), which uses the DHIS2 platform, establishes that isomorphism legitimizes data QMP among health practitioners and, subsequently, data quality. Further, it was concluded that mimetic isomorphism led to moral and pragmatic legitimacy. In contrast, normative isomorphism led to cognitive legitimacy within the HMIS structure and helped to attain the correctness and timeliness of the data and reports, respectively (Msendema et al., 2023). Quality, flexibility and efficiency of Big Data Analytics through better storage, speed and significance can optimize the operational performance of a manufacturing firm (Verma et al., 2023).Social implicationsThe study provides the academician with the different dimensions of QMP. The study demonstrates how a firm develops multiple performance capabilities through proper QMP. Also, it shows how vital behavioral and managerial perspectives are to QMP and statistically solid tools and techniques. The study draws their importance to risk factors involved in the firms. Since the SQMP play a vital role, thus, emphasis on the behavioral dimension of quality requires more investigation and is in line with hard technological advancements in the quality field.Originality/valueThe study of the impact of HQMP and SQMP on performance is still not established. There are inconsistencies in the findings. The study of the impact of HQMP and SQMP in oil processing industries has not dealt with before. The effects of HQMP and SQMP on the firm’s FP have least been dealt. In context to the intended influence of QM implementation, QP has not been examined as a potential mediator between FP. Research carried out in the past is limited to American and European countries. However, a limited study was done in Asia, and no study has been conducted in the Indian context.

Harmony in Numbers: Unifying Management and Accounting For Financial Success

Purpose: This research explores the interplay between accountancy, finance, and management, aiming to achieve financial success through integrated approaches, enhancing strategic decision-making, resource allocation, and organizational sustainability.   Theoretical Framework: This research integrates traditional accounting methodologies with modern management paradigms to explore the dynamic interplay between accountancy, finance, and management. Key theoretical perspectives include Agency Theory, Stakeholder Theory, Financial Economics, Management Theory, and Systems Theory.   Design/Methodology/Approach: This research uses a mixed-methods approach to explore the relationship between accountancy, finance, and management. It uses literature review, qualitative analysis, quantitative analysis, comparative analysis, framework development, and integration of qualitative and quantitative findings to provide a comprehensive understanding of the synergies between these areas for organizational success.   Findings: This research highlights the importance of integrating traditional accounting practices with modern management principles for comprehensive financial management. It emphasizes the transformative potential of integrating financial and managerial approaches for organizational success, strategic decision-making, and a resilient financial paradigm. This approach enhances transparency, accountability, and performance.   Implications: This research offers valuable insights for professionals, organizations, policymakers, and academia in understanding the synergies between accounting, finance, and management. It can improve decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and drive organizational performance. Policymakers can use the findings to develop policies promoting integrated financial management, while educational institutions can update curricula.

Relationships Among Crisis Leadership, Innovation Capability, Implementation of Business Continuity Management, and Sustainable Performance in The Covid-19 Pandemic

"Research Aims: This study explores the dynamics between crisis leadership (CLE) and sustainable performance (SP) during the COVID-19 pandemic, investigating the mediating roles of innovation capability (IC) and business continuity management (BCM). Design/Methodology/Approach: Utilising questionnaires from 209 respondents and employing quantitative approaches, this research examines the connections between CLE, IC, BCM, and SP, employing PLS-SEM for analysis. Research Findings: CLE significantly influences both IC and BCM, while IC positively impacts SP. This study also highlights the moderating roles of IC and BCM in enhancing organisational resilience. Theoretical Contribution/Originality: The study unveils the substantial influence of CLE on IC and BCM, emphasising their importance in bolstering SP. These findings deepen our understanding of crisis leadership, innovation capability, BCM, and sustainable performance dynamics. Managerial Implication in the Southeast Asian Context: IPMA findings underscore BCM's significance for organisational sustainability, emphasising its alignment with effective CLE. Prioritising BCM alongside fostering IC is essential for organisational adaptability and innovation. Research Limitation & Implications: While focusing on specific variables, the study acknowledges the potential influence of other factors that are not mentioned. Future research should explore these aspects, incorporating the Resource-Based View and Dynamic Capabilities Theory for a comprehensive understanding."

Business Management for Sustainability

The purpose of this paper is to address a fundamental flaw in prominent approaches to managing businesses for sustainability. Current management strategies fail to recognize the fundamental differences between economic, social, and moral or ethical values. Economic values are instrumental, individual, and impersonal. Social values are reciprocal, communal, and personal. Moral values are altruistic, spiritual, and universal. These are not arbitrary definitions but expressions of basic differences among the three types of value. These differences reveal the fundamental flaws in attempts to assign economic value or objectively quantify the social and ecological costs and benefits of economic enterprises. The transactional, social, and moral economies are defined in ways that avoid compromising the differences in values. In addition, a natural hierarchy exists among nature, society, and economy that requires a corresponding hierarchy of moral, social, and economic values in managing sustainable organizations. The strategies, motives, and metrics that have dominated sustainable business management for the past several decades, and the related research and educational programs that support them, fail to reflect differences among economic, social, and moral values that are critical to sustainability.

An Analysis of Working Capital Management with Reference to Wheels India Limited

Exploring the intricacies of working capital management is pivotal due to its fundamental significance in the realm of corporate finance and business operations. Effective management of working capital is crucial for ensuring the financial health, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability of organizations across industries. This research paper aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of working capital management, with a specific focus on its implications for company performance and success, The rationale behind this topic lies in the recognition of working capital as a critical aspect of financial management that significantly influences a company's liquidity, profitability, and risk profile. By investigating working capital management, this research seeks to shed light on the strategies, practices, and challenges associated with optimizing the balance between current assets and liabilities within an organization. Moreover, the selection of Wheels India Limited as a case study offers a practical and insightful perspective into the real-world application of working capital management principles within the automotive components sector. As a prominent player in this industry, Wheels India Limited presents an ideal opportunity to examine how working capital management strategies are tailored to address the unique dynamics and requirements of its business environment. Through this research paper, the aim is to explore various facets of working capital management, including inventory management, accounts receivable and payable management, cash flow optimization, and the use of financial ratios and metrics. By conducting a thorough analysis of Wheels India Limited's working capital practices, valuable insights can be extracted, best practices identified, and recommendations proposed to inform decision-making processes for practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders alike. In essence, this research endeavor contributes to the existing body of knowledge on working capital management while offering actionable insights to empower organizations to enhance their financial performance, mitigate risks, and achieve sustainable growth in today's dynamic business landscape. Working capital management stands as a cornerstone of financial strategy for companies across industries, serving as a vital determinant of their operational efficiency, financial health, and overall competitiveness. Within this realm, the automotive components industry presents a dynamic and complex landscape, characterized by evolving market dynamics, technological advancements, and stringent quality standards. Amidst these challenges and opportunities, Wheels India Limited emerges as a prominent player, re410nowned for its longstanding legacy of excellence, innovation, and customer-centric approach.

Metaphysical Status of Money and Sustainable Organizations and Ecosystems

AbstractThe current economic and societal production system gives money a magnified importance, overlooking other essential flows necessary for human survival and existence. It focuses on monetary indicators like profits, dividends, and GDPs to evaluate organizational production, while often disregarding outputs that harm the biosphere. Money is treated as the constitutive being (ousia) and attributed undemonstrated explanatory properties. Intangible flow theory helps eliminate this metaphysical status of money by recognizing that monetary flows are just one of many necessary flows for human survival and existence. Organizations deliver product-flows that require input-flows from and send output-flows back to the encompassing biosphere, whether they explicitly engage in environmentally friendly activities or not. Therefore, every organization is an ecological entity because it has a relationship with the biosphere, which participates in the manner through which humans integrate into their surrounding environment and relate to other living beings. Eliminating the metaphysical status of money integrates every organization in the biosphere, making organizations accountable for environmental harm caused by their activities. This can be achieved by deconstructing the metaphysical status of money in business models.

Sustainable Development of Chinese Family Businesses: Exploring the Role of Succession Planning in Maintaining Organizational Sustainability from the Perspective of Socioemotional Wealth

Identifying the factors affecting organizational sustainability is a crucial topic in the field of social science and business research. Especially in family businesses, the most crucial issue is how to maintain corporate sustainability across generations. In this regard, succession planning plays a key role in maintaining the sustainable development of family businesses. From the perspective of socioemotional wealth, this study discusses the motivations and consequences of intrafamily succession by measuring the impact of the internal determining factors of succession planning on family business performance. Based on a sample of 281 Chinese family firms, this study uncovers the relationship between succession planning and organizational performance. The core findings of this study include succession planning is positively related to organizational performance in the matter of the successor’s training; succession planning has a positive effect on organizational performance in terms of the successor’s self-preparation; and succession planning is positively correlated with organizational performance in the aspect of the relationship between the successor and business. By illustrating that the formulation of succession planning is an essential pursuit for family businesses to preserve sustainability and socioemotional wealth, the results reveal ways to facilitate succession planning through internal factors in the family business. This study contributes to organizational sustainable development literature, family business sustainability studies, and succession management research by validating the positive relationship between succession planning and organizational performance, indicating that succession planning is a vital driving force for achieving organizational sustainability.