Role Of Innovation Research Articles

Executive Green Perception and Green Innovation Improve New Quality Productivity in Chinese Listed Firms

This research focuses on Chinese listed companies to explore the influence of green-oriented strategies and green innovation on corporate productivity. Using empirical data from 2011 to 2022, the study investigates the positive effects of executives’ green perceptions on new quality productivity and the enhancing role of green innovation. The results indicate that executives’ green perceptions significantly enhance new quality productivity. Furthermore, heterogeneity analyses reveal variations in this effect based on firm size, type, and pollution levels, demonstrating the environmental sensitivity of green strategies. Robustness tests reinforce the consistency of these results. Additionally, the research establishes that green innovation not only directly boosts new quality productivity but also strengthens the positive influence of executive green perceptions on productivity. These insights emphasize the critical synergy between green innovation and executive commitment to sustainability as a means to boost productivity, offering valuable guidance for policymakers and business leaders aiming to advance corporate productivity through sustainable practices.

Exploring the nexus between exports’ economic complexity and institutional quality: insights from Italian provinces

ABSTRACT The present research aims to investigate the determinants of economic development and productivity by proposing an empirical analysis of the economic effects of institutional quality on the economic complexity of export at the intra-national level, focusing on 103 Italian provinces from 2004 to 2016. Using the System Generalised Method of Moments (System-GMM) estimator, the study assesses the influence of various institutional dimensions on provincial economic complexity, as measured by the Economic Complexity Index (ECI). The findings indicate that institutional quality, particularly rule of law, regulatory quality, and voice and accountability, significantly enhances economic complexity. Better formal and informal institutions such as completeness of contracts, social cohesion, contract enforcement, by reducing transaction costs and uncertainty, and by favouring knowledge dissemination and security of investments, are source of comparative advantage in complex industries that lead to diversified and sophisticated production, fostering economic growth and innovation. Moreover, the study emphasises the importance of related activities, which interact with institutions to support complex and innovative export-related activities through knowledge spillovers and related diversification. The analysis also highlights the pivotal role of human capital, social capital, and innovation, which should remain focal points for policymakers.

Enhancing competitiveness and sustainability in Spanish agriculture: The role of technological innovation and corporate social responsibility

Enhancing competitiveness and sustainability in Spanish agriculture: The role of technological innovation and corporate social responsibility

Inovasi Teknologi Digital sebagai Penggerak Reformasi dalam Sistem Pendidikan

Digital technology innovation has become the main driver in reforming the education system in the modern era. The use of digital technologies, such as online learning platforms, artificial intelligence, and data-based education management systems, has changed the way education is learned, taught, and managed. These innovations not only increase the accessibility and flexibility of learning, but also enable the personalization of the learning experience for students. This article aims to examine the role of digital technological innovation in driving education system reform, as well as highlighting the opportunities and challenges faced in the transformation process. The results of this research conclude that digital technology innovation has great potential to encourage education system reform, as long as it is accompanied by supportive policies, increasing the competency of teaching staff, and equitable development of technological infrastructure. It is hoped that this reform can create an education system that is more inclusive, adaptive and relevant to future challenges.

Inclusive innovation processes in Tanzania: From national policies to local practices in innovation hubs

Inclusive innovations have the potential to foster socio-economic development and actively involve local communities in innovation processes in sub-Saharan Africa. The importance of inclusive innovations is emphasized in the public strategies and development programmes in the region. Nevertheless, despite some donor-funded initiatives, there remains a lack of systematic knowledge on how to effectively implement inclusive innovation in communities. This research aims to scrutinize the role of inclusive innovation in Tanzania. We conduct policy analyses of the country's official innovation strategies and investigate the inclusive innovation activities undertaken by 12 innovation hubs. These hubs facilitate interactions among diverse actors, provide necessary facilities and technologies, and offer mentorship and peer support. Our results reveal that the definition and significance of inclusive innovation are presented within the national policies. However, implementation programmes are currently modest and scattered. With a few exceptions, innovation hubs have inadequate understanding and limited resources for implementing inclusive innovations in practice. This research contributes by underscoring the need for comprehensive strategies, capacity-building initiatives, and collaborative efforts to fully leverage inclusive innovation for sustainable development in the region.

Dynamic Interactive Effects of Technological Innovation, Transportation Industry Development, and CO2 Emissions

This paper aims to clarify the intricate relationships between technological innovation, transportation industry development, and CO2 emissions to facilitate a positive synergy among technology, the economy, and climate, advancing the fulfillment of the ‘double carbon’ goal. Utilizing panel data from 30 provinces in China from 2005 to 2020, we employ the panel vector autoregressive model using a generalized method of moments to empirically examine the dynamic interactive effects between these participants. The findings reveal that the transportation industry significantly promoted the inhibitory impact of technological innovation on CO2 emissions. However, such reductions cannot counterbalance the rise in emissions from the transportation industry. Moreover, its effects varied significantly across regions. Specifically, transportation industry development within eastern China contributed to a shift in the local carbon emission effects from positive to negative under the positive influence of technological innovation. In the northeast, the transportation industry enhanced the inhibitory effect of technological innovation on CO2 emissions. In contrast, across the western region, industrial development in transportation intensified the role of technological innovation in promoting CO2 emissions. Furthermore, this work found that CO2 emissions notably diminished the CO2 reduction performance of technological innovation in the eastern part and enhanced this performance in the northeastern region. These findings further revealed the complex interplay between technological innovation, the transportation industry, and CO2 emissions. They offer insights for policymakers to tailor region-specific technologies to bolster the ‘dual carbon’ goal and sustainable transportation development strategies, thereby achieving CO2 reduction.

Eco-friendly strategic goals and the performance of innovative green processes: The impact of green intellectual capital

The purpose of this study is to check the intellectual capital's role in shaping green process innovation. This article contends the company's capacity to create, possess, incorporate, and implement environmentally friendly intellectual assets in its activities will result in a higher degree of performance in terms of innovative green processes. This performance serves as an indicator of the company's enduring dedication to an environmentally conscious strategy. The industries chosen for this study comprised textile, chemical, pharmaceutical, and steel based in Mexico. The random sampling technique was used to gather data. Upon analyzing the gathered data, we used only 253 questionnaires for analysis, representing a response rate of 42.7%. Findings indicate green strategic intent significantly influences three components of intellectual capital: human, relational, and organizational capital. Three components of intellectual capital significantly influence green process innovation. A green strategy can be successfully implemented by the implementation of intangible resources. Mere tangible resources are insufficient to gain superior green innovation performance; the interaction of these two resources (tangible and intangible) is complementary. Companies are adopting environmental strategies to mitigate the environment's harmful impact and meet stakeholders' demands. The study’s practical implications aim to improve companies’ environmental performance, specifically their green performance, through the implementation of green innovation.

Sustainable development of the Republic of Bashkortostan of the Russian Federation: current state and prospects

The issues and prospects of sustainable development of the Republic of Bashkortostan with a focus on innovation aspects have been considered in order to develop recommendations to ensure the long-term progress of the region. The research methodology is based on the analysis and comparison of economic, social, and environmental factors of sustainable development, assessment of the role of innovation in each sphere, study of successes and experience of other constituent entities of the Russian Federation and foreign countries, as well as on the proposals for creating regional centers for assessing and monitoring sustainable development that in their activities will be focused on comprehensive research in regional socio-economic systems, considering the innovation component. The main spheres and components of ensuring sustainable development of the region have been defined and presented. The main study results are: identification of key aspects of sustainable development of the Republic of Bashkortostan; identification of issues and prospects in developing the economy and social and environmental spheres; analysis of the role of innovation in ensuring sustainable development; recommendations development for creating regional centers for assessing and monitoring sustainable development. Sustainable development of the territory is one of the main strategic objectives of the constituent entity. In order to achieve it, it is necessary to continue the work, as well as to increase attention to innovations, education and management systems. The centers creation can contribute to the system analysis and assessment of sustainable development processes, as well as the development of recommendations and strategies to improve the economic, social, and environmental condition of the territory.

Transforming Small-Scale Farm Entrepreneurship Through Innovation: the Case of Cross Link

The study focuses on the critical role of innovation, education, and technology in fostering agricultural entrepreneurship among youth, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. The research highlights the challenges and opportunities encountered in the intersection of traditional agricultural practices and modern technology. The purpose of the research is to bridge the gap in literature regarding young agricultural entrepreneurs in Ghana, providing a detailed case study that could serve as motivation for other aspiring small-scale farmers. The paper investigates the factors that contributed to the success of Cross Link Farms, including the educational background, networking, and mentorship received by the entrepreneur, as well as the practical application of innovative technologies such as smart incubators and hydroponic systems. This case-paper demonstrates the importance of entrepreneurial education that instilled a passion in a student to become the co-founder of a farm entrepreneurship startup. The paper applied a case study approach; data were collected through the usage of interview. The interview was recorded and transcribed. The data were analyzed interpretively. The main conclusions emphasize that innovation and technology, when coupled with a strong educational foundation and support system, are vital in transforming agriculture in Ghana and similar regions. Cross Link Farms serves as a model for how young entrepreneurs can leverage these elements to drive change, enhance food security, and contribute to rural development. The findings suggest that targeted policies and programs that foster entrepreneurial innovation in agriculture are essential for sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Based on the case-study findings, recommendations for future research include conducting empirical studies involving entrepreneurs in sub-Saharan countries to assess the role of curiosity, resilience and passion in their entrepreneurship journey.

The innovation role of artificial intelligence using data analytics to influence sustainable business practices and firms’ profitability in cars industry

The cars industry has undergone significant technological advancements, with data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping its operations. This study aims to examine the revolutionary influence of artificial intelligence and data analytics on the cars sector, particularly in terms of supporting sustainable business practices and enhancing profitability. Technology-organization-environment model and the triple bottom line technique were both used in this study to estimate the influence of technological factors, organizational factors, and environmental factors on social, environmental (planet), and economic. The data for this research was collected through a structured questionnaire containing closed questions. A total of 327 participants responded to the questionnaire from different professionals in the cars sector. The study was conducted in the cars industry, where the problem of the study revolved around addressing artificial intelligence in its various aspects and how it can affect sustainable business practices and firms’ profitability. The study highlights that the cars industry sector can be transformed significantly by using AI and data analytics within the TOE framework and with a focus on triple bottom line (TBL) outputs. However, in order to fully benefit from these advantages, new technologies need to be implemented while maintaining moral and legal standards and continuously developing them. This approach has the potential to guide the cars industry towards a future that is environmentally friendly, economically feasible, and socially responsible. The paper’s primary contribution is to assist professionals in the industry in strategically utilizing Artificial Intelligence and data analytics to advance and transform the industry.

Effect of FinTech Adoption, Green Finance and Green Innovation on Sustainability Performance of Nepalese Financial Institutions

This study is aimed to investigate the impact of FinTech adoption on the sustainability performance of financial institutions of Nepal focusing the mediating role of green finance and green innovation. Employing a descriptive and causal comparative research design, the research systematically describes the characteristics of FinTech adoption among customers of financial institutions of the selected area and explores potential cause-and-effect relationships between FinTech adoption and sustainability performance. Data were collected from 180 respondents through a structured questionnaire distributed via an online survey platform, utilizing a 5-point Likert scale. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) were used to test the measurement model and examine the relationships between the constructs. The study confirmed that FinTech adoption positively impacts sustainability performance and green finance, although it negatively influences green innovation. Mediation analysis revealed that neither green finance nor green innovation significantly mediate the relationship between FinTech adoption and sustainability performance. The findings underscore the necessity for financial institutions to integrate both technological advancements and sustainable practices comprehensively. This study contributes to the academic literature by providing empirical evidence from Nepal and offers practical insights for policymakers and financial institutions aiming to enhance sustainability through fintech. By addressing critical research gaps, this study advances our understanding of how FinTech can be effectively aligned with sustainable financial practices in Nepal, ensuring long-term environmental, social, and economic benefits.

3rd TCMTs 2024 Book of Abstracts

Tripoli Conference on Medical Technology is an annual medical conference organized by the Research and Consulting Department at the College of Medical Technology, one of the departments of the Research and Consulting Center at the University. This conference seeks to advance society and achieve sustainable health development by developing scientific research in various medical sciences, by bringing together various medical and academic cadres and enhancing cooperation between them, and supporting opportunities for cooperation and research in the medical and academic field. Conference Objectives 1. Demonstrate the role of technology and innovation in developing medical education to achieve sustainable development goals. 2. Instill the spirit of teamwork by forming work teams to achieve specific goals. 3. Raise the spirit of scientific competition among students, which leads to raising the scientific level. 4. Exchange scientific experiences and experiments and support the spirit of competition.

Big data analytics, GHRM practices, and green digital learning paving the way towards green innovation and sustainable firm performance

This research aims to understand the connections among Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices, Green Digital Learning Orientation (GDLO), Green Innovation (GI), and Sustainable Firm Performance (SFP) in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) of Saudi Arabia. The data were analyzed utilizing the PLS-SEM approach, whereas data from 341 SMEs was examined. The study findings reveal significant positive relationships between GHRM and GI, GDLO and GI, GHRM practices and GDLO, and GI and SFP. The study supports the mediating role of green innovation in these relationships. Big data analytics is found to moderate the connections between GHRM-GI and GDLO-GI. This study is the first to establish the theoretical connection with the AMO model by emphasizing how GHRM and innovation enhance sustainable firm performance. Also, practical implications guide SMEs in integrating GHRM practices, raising a culture of innovation, and acknowledging the pivotal role of employees. The study recognizes limitations, urging future research to consider external factors and address gaps in the literature on GHRM practices in SME sustainable firm performance in the Gulf region.

Booksellers as placemakers: Innovative roles of independent booksellers in high street retailing

High street vitality and viability has been a long-standing topic in UK research and policy debates. While the presence and role of the independent retailer is discussed in the associated academic literature, specific consideration of independent bookstores has been lacking, given their perceived position as a special type of retailer within the high street ecosystem. There is, to date, very limited knowledge regarding booksellers’ contributions to high street vitality and viability. We explore the role(s) of booksellers by demonstrating how they can help drive the vitality and viability of their high streets in the UK and Ireland – identifying booksellers as social entrepreneurs, value co-creators, multifunctional initiators and speciality anchors. As such, their placemaking activities extend far beyond retailing. We argue that by assuming such innovative roles, placemaking efforts undertaken by booksellers can catalyse town centre transformation and contribute to revitalisation.

Exploring the Impact of Positive Levers of Control on Organisational Resilience: The Mediating Role of Open Innovation

This study explores how positive control levers (belief systems and interactive control systems) affect organisational resilience, focusing on the role of open innovation as a mediator. Data were collected through a questionnaire administered to business managers and analysed using the partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) approach. The sample comprised 349 Moroccan industrial companies. The results demonstrate that positive control levers significantly impact open innovation and organisational resilience. Additionally, open innovation acts as a mediator, indirectly influencing the relationship between positive control levers and organisational resilience. This study contributes to the limited empirical research on management control systems by highlighting the importance of positive control tools and open innovation in developing sustainable organisational resilience.

Enhancing consumer trust in financial services: the role of technological security innovations

The financial services industry increasingly relies on technological advancements to maintain and enhance consumer trust. Consumer trust is a critical component influencing customer loyalty, financial inclusion, and overall economic stability. This paper explores the impact of technological security innovations on consumer trust in financial services. Fundamental innovations such as blockchain, advanced encryption, biometric authentication, artificial intelligence, and cloud security play significant roles in addressing security challenges. Blockchain technology provides a decentralized, tamper-proof method for recording transactions, enhancing transparency and reducing fraud risks. Advanced encryption techniques ensure the confidentiality and integrity of financial data, which is critical for protecting sensitive information. Biometric authentication methods offer secure and user-friendly solutions for identity verification, reducing reliance on traditional passwords and enhancing security. Artificial intelligence and machine learning improve fraud detection capabilities by providing real-time monitoring and response. Cloud security solutions offer scalable protection for financial data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Through empirical analysis and case studies, this study demonstrates that these technologies significantly enhance consumer confidence by providing greater transparency, security, and reliability in financial transactions. The findings offer valuable insights for policymakers, financial institutions, and technology developers aiming to foster a more resilient and trust-based financial ecosystem. This research contributes to the existing literature by providing evidence of the direct impact of technological security innovations on consumer trust. Keywords: Consumer Trust, Financial Services, Technological Innovations, Blockchain, Encryption, Biometric Authentication, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Security.

Strategic agility and sustainable competitive advantage of licensed television stations in Kenya: The moderating role of disruptive innovation

This study examined the effect of disruptive innovation on the association between strategic agility and sustainable competitive advantage of licensed television stations in Kenya. A comprehensive scrutiny of literature revealed that the effect of disruptive innovation on the nexus between strategic agility and sustainable competitive advantage had not been been empirically tested within the context of licensed television stations in Kenya. The study was anchored on the positivist philosophy and adopted a cross-sectional descriptive research design. 210 television stations that were in operation at the time of the study were surveyed. Research hypotheses were tested using structural equation modelling (SEM), and the findings confirmed that disruptive innovation moderated the relationship between strategic agility and sustainable competitive advantage of licensed television stations in Kenya. While strategic agility had a significant and direct positive influence on sustainable competitive advantage, disruptive innovation enhanced that relationship. The results of this study contribute to literature on strategic agility and some of the contingency conditions necessary for sustainable competitive advantage. The findings have also enhanced the understanding of the competitive forces at play within the television sub sector of the media industry in Kenya. It is recommended that licensed television stations in Kenya pay keen attention to disruptive technologies and strategies such as entry into new markets, acquisition/partnerships with digital start-ups, focusing on underserved or overshot market segments, and experimentation with new business models.

Antecedents of Consumer Purchase Intention Towards Organic Food

This study analyzes the factors that influence consumer intention to buy organic food in Indonesia. Against the backdrop of increasing health and nutrition awareness, this study examines the role of functional value, consumer innovation, eco-friendly beliefs, health benefits, and knowledge of organic food. Data was collected through a consumer survey which showed that demand for organic food grew by 21% in 2018. Descriptive statistics and hypothesis testing were used as data analysis methods. The results showed that all variables studied had a significant positive effect on consumer purchase intention. The main purchase intention is the functional value and quality of organic products, as well as consumer knowledge of health benefits and trust in environmentally friendly products. This study provides practical insights for organic food industry players to develop relevant and effective marketing strategies to increase consumer interest. In addition, the findings make an academic contribution to the understanding of the factors that influence consumer purchasing behavior towards organic products. This study also identifies existing limitations and offers recommendations for further research to deepen the understanding of consumer behavior towards organic food.

Customer insights for innovation: A framework and research agenda for marketing

AbstractCustomer insights play a critical role in innovation. In recent years, articles studying customer insights for innovation have risen in marketing and other fields such as innovation, strategy, and entrepreneurship. However, the literature on customer insights for innovation grew fragmented and plagued by inconsistent definitions and ambiguity. The literature also lacks a precise classification of different domains of customer insights for innovation. This article offers four key contributions. First, it clearly and consistently defines customer insights for innovation. Second, it proposes a “customer insights process” that describes the activities firms and customer insights intermediaries (e.g., market research agencies) use to generate, disseminate, and apply customer insights for innovation. Third, it offers a synthesis of the knowledge on customer insights for innovation along ten domains of customer insights for innovation: (1) crowdsourcing, (2) co-creating, (3) imagining, (4) observing, (5) testing, (6) intruding, (7) interpreting, (8) organizing, (9) deciding, and (10) tracking. Fourth, the authors qualify and quantify the managerial importance and potential for scholarly research in these domains of customer insights for innovation. They conducted 12 in-depth interviews with executives at market research agencies such as Ipsos, Kantar, Nielsen, IQVIA, and GfK to do so. They surveyed 305 managers working in innovation, marketing, strategy, and customer experience. The article concludes with a research agenda for marketing aimed at igniting knowledge development in high-priority domains for customer insights for innovation.

How do renewable energy, energy innovation and climate change shape the energy transition in USA? Unraveling the role of green finance development

Over the past, all the big economies across the world are focusing on attainment of objectives of COP27 and COP28 and USA is forefront among them. Therefore, present study aims to unraveling the role of renewable energy, energy innovation, climate change and green financial development in mapping and shaping the energy transition system in the USA. In view of this, study utilizes annual data of said constructs from 2008 to 2022 and estimates through Dynamic Autoregressive Distributed Lag simulations (DARDLS) approach. Results indicate the positve impacts of renewable energy and energy innovation on energy transition and sustainable energy management in both long and short run. Whereas green financial development reflects low positive impact on energy transition in short run and getting stronger in long run. Expectedly, climate change adversely affect the energy transition and increases energy risk for the USA. Policy implications and Government frameworks are suggested to facilitate the renewable energy, energy innovation and green financial development and to mitigate climate change risk in USA.