Shared Values Research Articles

Design of Business Ecosystem Mapping in the Black Soldier Fly Industry of Bandung City

BSF (Black Soldier Fly) maggot cultivation is an alternative organic waste management that is growing rapidly in the city of Bandung. This research aims to design a business ecosystem map for the BSF maggot cultivation industry in Bandung City. The method used is business ecosystem mapping with a qualitative approach modified by Zheng Ma. The research results show that the BSF maggot cultivation industry in Bandung City has six main groups of actors, namely maggot producers, maggot consumers, maggot raw material suppliers, maggot cultivation equipment and technology suppliers, government, and research institutions. Interactions between actors are driven by shared values, such as sustainability, circular economy and economic value. External factors that influence the development of the BSF maggot cultivation industry in Bandung City are government policy (politics), market trends (economics), public awareness (social) and technological progress (technology). Reconfiguration of the BSF maggot cultivation business ecosystem in Bandung City by incorporating elements of changes in external factors. The map of changes in the BSF maggot cultivation business ecosystem in the city of Bandung over the next 5 years includes: (1) increasing BSF maggot production to meet market demand, (2) developing new products and services based on BSF maggots, (3) increasing collaboration between actors, (4) strengthening human resource capacity, and (5) encouraging the development of environmentally friendly BSF maggot cultivation technology.

THE ROLE OF SOCIALIZATION IN THE PROCESS OF A CHILD’S PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Today, rapid changes and transformations are occurring in various settings (e. g. political, economic, cultural, educational, social) that reflect certain requirements for individual development and socialization. This phase of life is characterized by physical, psychological, and social changes, which play a significant role in shaping an individual’s identity and socialization. During this period, adolescents face a range of important challenges related to their social development, self- and peer acceptance, and other aspects. The process of adolescence involves various mechanisms, norms, and standards in different contexts. The scientific novelty of the article. Various studies have explored and analyzed the process of socialization in children, considering factors such as systems, approaches, and the role of socialization in shaping an individual’s identity during childhood. The article explores the process of socialization in children, considering factors such as systems, approaches, and the impact of socialization on shaping an individual’s identity during childhood. It delves into aspects related to the social development of young people, examining different perspectives and methodologies. In the results of socialization, there is a significant role played by the interaction between an individual’s personal development and societal progress. It encompasses the expansion of social relations, the formation of social norms, and the validation of shared values within society. By becoming a proactive agent of socialization, an individual contributes to the advancement and development of social well-being.

Innovation of Shared Value Models in the Fast Fashion Industry Based on Big Data

Innovation of Shared Value Models in the Fast Fashion Industry Based on Big Data

(In)effective communication about social responsibility? Examining large european businesses in the Czech Republic

Purpose – Businesses are expected to be socially responsible by engaging in Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and even the Creation of shared values (CSV). The aim of this contribution is to critically explore whether large European businesses operating in Czechia, recognized as social responsibility leaders, effectively communicate CSR as opposed to their competitors. Research methodology – A case study with three stages was conducted. First, 35 large European businesses were identified, which repeatedly ranked among the TOP 25 Czech companies with the highest social responsibility BpS synthetic index, and their 15 competitors. Second, an Internet search and content analysis of Websites of these 50 companies was performed to categorize and assess how they report about their socially responsible behaviors. Third, leading Czech disinformation websites were examined for evidence of tacit cooperation with the disinformation scene in the form of support via advertising. Findings – The study revealed that large European businesses, recognized as social responsibility leaders, communicate extensively about their social responsibility. However, the effectiveness of such communications is controversial. In addition, a significant part of these businesses were found to be tacitly associated with disinformation platforms, which are completely at odds with with basic social responsibility concepts. Research limitations – The qualitative nature of the case study does not allow direct generalizations. Practical implications – The visualization of the juxtaposed results via comparative and complementary tables leads to pioneering propositions about the interest and lack of maturity regarding social responsibility, very diverse degrees of effectiveness of the communications, and even several alleged leaders failing in their efforts. Originality/Value – It is the first study to compare CSR communications by alleged white sheep and black sheep, while having consistency tested by association with disinformation websites. The generated propositions call for further longitudinal and multi-jurisdiction studies to verify and enhance the awareness about efficient, effective, mature and consistent social responsibility in the EU.

Jail Adaptation and Loyalty to the Code of the Incarcerated

This article assesses the ability of the adaptation theories of deprivation and importation to explain loyalty to the “inmate” code in a jail setting. The code emphasizes shared values such as respectability, toughness, self-reliance, domination, violence, distrust of institutions, and not meddling or snitching. Prior literature assessing how people adjust to incarceration has used the theories of deprivation or importation mainly to examine prison conduct. Research about the code of the incarcerated has also failed to examine the code in jails. Given the history of mass incarceration and the accompanying impact on correctional facilities, we should subsequently reassess the principles of adaptation theories, including their role in code loyalty, and specifically in the jail setting. In this study, we used nested, ordinary least squares regression to analyze the results of a survey conducted in two jail facilities in one state. Though loyalty to the code in jails was explained by the tenets of both theories, importation had a slightly greater influence. This implies that while jail correctional subculture emerges from both the shared experience of life behind bars as well as the characteristics of individuals who are among jail populations, some pre-jail characteristics are particularly relevant.

Ethnomethodology Study on The Implementation of Social Responsibility Activities at PT Pertamina Lubricants

Financial Services Authority Regulation No. 51/POJK.03/2017, social and environmental responsibility or abbreviated as TJSL is a commitment to participate in sustainable economic development in order to improve the quality of life and the environment that is beneficial, both for the company itself, the local community, and the community in general TJSL or what we commonly know as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is part of sustainable development that must be carried out by all development actors, namely the government, the community, and also the business community. This study uses a qualitative method with ethnomethodology studies to reveal the practice of CSR implementation at PT Pertamina Lubricants from 2019 to 2023. The purpose of this study is to reveal CSR practices in an effort to maintain sustainability activities at PT Pertamina Lubricants. The triple bottom line and good corporate governance approach are used in this study. Data collection was carried out through interviews, field observations, and literature studies. The results show that PT Pertamina Lubricants has transformed its CSR practices by emphasizing Creating Shared Value (CSV). CSR practices during the Covid-19 pandemic are still ongoing by implementing applicable protocols. The triple bottom line bottom line approach, namely profit, people, and planet, and good corporate governance , has also been implemented.

Exploring the Pathways of Ideological and Political Education through the Integration of Marxism and Traditional Chinese Culture

This paper explores the integration of Marxism and traditional Chinese culture within ideological and political education, presenting a novel methodology for ideological dissemination in China. By combining Marxist scientific and theoretical frameworks with the ethical and philosophical richness of traditional Chinese culture, the study proposes a comprehensive educational strategy. This integration aims to enhance the effectiveness and cultural relevance of ideological and political education, addressing both societal and individual needs. The research highlights shared values such as social harmony, justice, and the importance of education, while demonstrating the complementarity of Marxist dialectics and traditional Chinese ethical teachings. Through strategic curriculum integration, targeted teacher training, and experiential extracurricular activities, the study provides a holistic approach to fostering critical thinking, cultural awareness, and social responsibility. Ultimately, this integrated framework seeks to cultivate a socially responsible and ethically grounded citizenry, contributing to the development of a harmonious and equitable society.

Exploring the Role of Social Media in Promoting Healthy Consumption

This research seeks to investigate how interactions on social media influence the collaborative creation of value in promoting healthy consumption. To gain a more profound understanding of the process of social media communication and its impact on generating shared value, we employed the Stimuli-Organism-Response (SOR) model to formulate our hypotheses. Our study drew upon a survey conducted across five countries and regions (Canada, Malaysia, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, and the United States). By utilising Structural Equation Modelling (SEM), we tested these hypotheses. The results of our research indicate that social media communication significantly enhances the quality of relationships within online communities, subsequently influencing the creation of value in the context of healthy consumption. The findings show individuals who maintain good relationships within their social media networks and believe they can obtain not only important information but also are more likely to share information about their own experiences regarding healthy consumption. We conclude the paper by discussing the theoretical and practical implications of our findings.

Large-scale agro-industries and host community land restitution demands: understanding the land-use conflicts between the CDC and Fako elites in the south west region, Cameroon

Large-scale land acquisition has been frequent in most parts of Africa. This frequently led to extensive dispossession among other pitfalls of violation of indigenous land ownership rights. A significant proportion of Fako division’s fertile slopes and plains were expropriated by the Germans for implantation and development of plantations. Ownership rights of indigenous community lands were transferred without the legal consent of the rightful native authorities. Against the backdrop of this colonial intrusion and consequential violations of local customary tenure rights, the growing need for justice and restoration of dignity has been a shared value among a preponderant proportion of the local Bakweri ethnic group. This culminated to a restitution decision of CDC leased lands to the Bakweri by the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights. Nonetheless, the proportion of restituted lands has not been significant and satisfactory enough to conciliate the expropriated host communities of the extensive CDC leaseholds. As such, landownership contestations and its consequential socio-political tensions still persist in Fako. This paper is centered on yet a more frequently expressed contestation: encroachment into and occupancy of CDC leaseholds by natives of Fako as a whole and Ndongo of Tiko sub-division in particular. Prior extensive documentary review was done which pointed to the locality of Ndongo as a suitable case of interest. Contrary to the general land grabbing tendencies of agro-businesses, community members here are accused of unauthorized intrusion into and tenancy of lands with legal ownership rights belonging to the CDC. The study was ethnographic comprising of individual in-depth interviews and observations.

Pathway to ‘creating shared value’ in destination management organizations: Insights from literature review

Responsible tourism development has become a critical component of destination governance. Creating Shared Value (CSV) has demonstrated enormous potential for enhancing the value propositions of several industries by creating sustainable and socially responsible value for stakeholders. However, its effective implementation in the tourism industry has made little progress primarily due to the lack of information supporting its implementation and outcomes. Reflecting on how CSV is implemented across industries, the present study seeks to develop a framework for Destination Management Organizations (DMOs). We identify the building blocks of CSV through a systematic literature review and arrange them to create a conceptual framework. The findings demonstrate that a DMO-specific CSV framework is a powerful differentiator and offers several economic, social, and environmental benefits for society, the tourism industry, and stakeholders. The study extends the application of CSV to the tourism and hospitality industry and provides tourism managers and practitioners with guidelines for developing shared value-creation strategies.

Anticipating the near future of teaching

The ways in which digital and networked higher education futures are imagined are rarely built around the values of universities, students and staff. Too often they are projected according to the values of ‘ed-tech’ industry and aligned policy discourses in which technological determinism, the interests of profit and the instrumentalisation of higher education are taken for granted as the inevitable drivers of change. This paper describes a methodology designed to enable universities to define and ‘own’ their own digital future, and to base it in the values of their communities. Such future visioning can be used as the basis for institutional strategy and planning, enabling us to advocate for resource and institutional policy change from a collectively-defined position. Equally importantly, it can be used to push back on other kinds of ‘inevitable’ futures described for us by agencies whose values are radically different. The paper describes the methods developed at the University of Edinburgh to achieve this future vision. It details the process we devised for defining a set of shared values and how we defined a preferred future for our own university. For the future of digital and networked education to be one that works in the interests of faculty and students, we argue that universities need to develop new, creative and values-based ways to envision and build it.

Family business culture: a strategic resource and driver of firm performance

PurposeThrough a resource-based theoretical lens, we elucidate conditions under which family business culture (FBC) amplifies the positive effects of high-performance work systems (HPWS) intensity and exacerbates the negative effects of low human capital uniqueness (HCU) on firm performance. By doing so, we answer the call for more research on the conditions under which FBC influences firm outcomes.Design/methodology/approachThe present study sampled 226 small business owners across the USA, who provided their responses to online survey questions. Hypotheses were assessed via path analysis in MPlus 8.8, using maximum likelihood estimation.FindingsFBC, HPWS intensity and HCU were positively associated with firm performance. Further, the HPWS intensity – firm performance and HCU – firm performance links were moderated by FBC. Specifically, increased levels of HPWS intensity were associated with greater firm performance when FBC was high, and firms with low levels of HCU tended to have particularly decreased levels of firm performance when FBC was low.Research limitations/implicationsConsistent with the resource-based view, firms' unique resources and competitive advantage may be tied to the extent to which they have an established FBC. High levels of FBC, which are characterized by shared values, loyalty, proud involvement and care toward the organization, can play a significant role in enhancing organizational performance. Family business leaders should prioritize cultivating an enhanced FBC alongside investments in HPWS and unique human capital.Originality/valueThis study contributes to understanding the theoretical underpinnings of FBC and its relationship with firm performance by examining FBC’s interaction with HPWS intensity and HCU. We highlight FBC as a valuable intangible resource that can enhance or diminish the effectiveness of other strategic resources in family firms, further extending the application of resource-based view theory in family business research.

Collective Value-Laden Grief Among Hongkongers: We Left, We Grieve, We Live

This qualitative study aimed to examine the collective grief of Hongkongers who have left their hometown and moved to the United Kingdom following the 2019 social movement in Hong Kong. Seventeen participants underwent an in-depth interview. Reflexive thematic analysis was conducted. The main theme, “Collective value-laden grief: Double loss of hometown,” and three subthemes, “Left but still care,” “I am a Hongkonger,” “In values: We grieve, we live” were identified. Participants revealed their value-laden grief over their double loss—the symbolic loss of their hometown, like the loss of freedom, and the loss of leaving the hometown physically. They grieved because of the values they upheld for Hong Kong, but they also left with these values. It is the values that connect individual grief that becomes collective grief. Participants still showed great concern about the socio-political changes in their hometown, and they maintained a strong Hongkonger identity which they perceived to be defined by values, including supporting freedom and justice. Shared values may facilitate their articulation of grief and mutual support among other Hongkongers but also motivate them to live and integrate into life in the UK. The findings have helped us to reflect on the role of values in shaping collective grief and how values may be addressed in supporting people with collective grief at individual and collective levels. Following the socio-political changes in Hong Kong, some Hongkongers left their hometown. We grieve but continue to live with the grief and our values genuinely.

Are we on the same page? Understanding value similarity and its impact on public trust in institutions of the energy sector

Value similarity – the extent to which people think institutions managing risks hold different or similar values to themselves, affects trust in those institutions and as such, plays a critical role in the public acceptability of energy projects and policies. Yet, we do not know what constitutes value similarity. How do people judge the level of similarity between their own values and the values of an institution? What role do different values play in theses judgments? And to what extent can these perceived similarities actually increase trust in institutions? To explore this, we decomposed the construct of value similarity into one's personal values and the perceived values of an institution, and explored if their congruence led to higher ratings of perceived value similarity and trust in institutions. We studied these relationships for three institutions playing important roles in the energy sector in the Netherlands, in current and future energy systems. Overall, response surface analyses (RSA) showed that people see their own values and the values of an institution as more similar and trust the institution more when they both endorse biospheric values more strongly. Further, perceived value similarity and trust in institutions are higher when people perceive institutions to have stronger biospheric values than themselves and when they expect institutions to be less egoistic than themselves. We discuss these findings reflecting on what they suggest regarding the role of shared values in increasing trust in relevant institutions and acceptability of energy risks.

Strengthening Public Communication in Delivering Premium Services to the Community of North Labuhan Batu District

<em>This dissertation aims to study the public communication strategies used by the North Labuhanbatu Regency government to provide the best service to the community. This shows that improving communication infrastructure and human resources is needed to improve public service performance and community satisfaction. This research focuses on media observations in Aek Kanopan, North Labuhanbatu Regency. Primary data was collected from documents, books and journals, as well as secondary data from discussions, interviews and focus group observations. Interactive analysis and triangulation ensure fairness, reliability, and appropriateness of the method. Analysis of excellent service in North Labuhanbatu Regency shows that communication is very important to strengthen government and community relations. To achieve community satisfaction, things like accessibility, responsiveness, and transparency must be used. Better public communication can help the North Labuhanbatu Regency government increase trust, community participation, crisis management, public education, and strengthen shared values. This can all be achieved through effective two-way interaction and communication. The government's digital communication model combines digital technology, two-way communication, transparency, and excellent service. The public's response to efforts to strengthen government communications shows that the public is actively involved in government efforts and provides criticism and appreciation. Improving the quality and accessibility of public services through digitalization and innovation in the civil registration, education, health and social systems is part of the communication dynamics in North Labuhanbatu Regency. One of the efforts made is to increase service efficiency through the use of information technology, improve two-way communication for better response, and increase staff capacity to ensure effective and efficient services.</em>

The Influence of Profitability and Stock Value on Company Value With Dividend Policy as an Intervening Variable (Empirical Study of Garment Companies Listed on the Idx for the 2018-2022 Period)

This research was conducted on garment companies listed on the IDX for the 2018-2022 period with the aim of analyzing the influence of profitability and share value on company value which is mediated by dividend policy. The research population was 5 garment companies and the number of observations made was 25 observations over five periods from 2018-2022. The data sources used are secondary data and data collection techniques use documentation. The data analysis technique uses the classic assumption test, hypothesis test and Sobel test. The results of the research conducted show that profitability and the value of company shares do not partially have a significant effect on dividend policy in garment companies listed on the BEI, profitability and the value of company shares partially have a significant effect on the value of garment companies listed on the BEI, dividend policy has a significant effect on company value the garment is listed on the IDX. Dividend policy does not mediate the influence between profitability and share value and the value of garment companies listed on the IDX.

Dissecting Disruption in Academia: An Activity Theory Lens on Teaching Transition Amidst COVID-19

This study examined the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on academic life at a British Columbia university. Analyzing professors’ and graduate students’ views using Q methodology and guided by activity theory, this study focused on the shift to emergency remote teaching. Participants ranked and sorted a 51-statement concourse, revealing a solution that reflected the shared values and beliefs held by those clustering together in each of four factors: Digitally Overwhelmed, Digital Optimists, Non-Digital Traditionalists, and Digital Empaths. These diverse perspectives offer valuable insights, enabling educational leaders to better adapt to support students and educators in a rapidly changing academic environment.

Service robots and innovation: An ecosystem approach

AbstractThe proliferation of service robots has stimulated innovation across industries. These autonomous, physically embodied, and adaptable robots engage in diverse interactions, from patient care to goods delivery and hospitality services. However, the deployment of increasingly capable service robots demands not only designing user–robot interactions, but also holistic innovation management that transcends organizational boundaries and involves various societal stakeholders. Our research draws on the emerging Public Value Theory to examine the types of service robots and the innovation ecosystems that harness the expertise of public and private stakeholders and produce Public Value. Based on literature and an illustrative case study, we conceptualize service robots along characteristics such as autonomy, aesthetics, assistive roles, and user interfaces, and introduce Service Robot‐based Innovation as the ecosystem‐enabled development and employment of such robots. The service robot's autonomy and ecosystem integration are key dimensions determining innovation management practices and Public Value creation. The illustrative case, centered on long‐term care, dissects the integration of service robots across the micro (user), meso (organizational), and macro (societal) levels of the ecosystem. An ecosystem‐as‐structure approach identifies the roles and activities of stakeholders aligning around a shared value proposition of Public Value. A research agenda presents future opportunities within and across various ecosystem levels to advance scholarly understanding of Service Robot‐based Innovation.

Efficiency analysis of catfish (Pangasius sp) marketing channels Balai Benih Ikan (BBI) Terantang

This study aims to analyze farmer's share, marketing margins, profit ratio, and marketing channel efficiency of catifish (Pangasius sp.) BBI Terantang in Sukamara and Balairiam District. The research method is a survey method by conducting direct observations and interviews. The data used were primary data and secondary data collected during September 2022 to June 2023. The data obtained was then analyzed using qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis. The results showed that there were three types of marketing channels for BBI Terantang catfish, namely I: BBI Terantang and consumers, II: BBI Terantang, retailers, and consumers, and III: BBI Terantang, collectors, retailers, and consumers. Marketing channel I has a farmer's share value of 100%. The highest marketing margin occurred in marketing channel III with a total margin of Rp. 7,500.00-/kg. The profit ratio in marketing channels II and III benefits retailers and collectors with ratios of 7 and 3.3. As for the marketing efficiency of fresh catfish, all marketing channels are effective.Keywords: Catfish; Farmer's Share; Marketing Efficiency; Marketing Margin; Profit Ratio.

“We have that connection, we have love; we take wildlife as gifts from our ancestors”: relations between antelopes and Khwe in Namibia’s Bwabwata National Park

Wildlife plays significant roles in many societies that go beyond its ecological importance and economic rationale associated with conservation. This article examines the meanings of antelopes for the Khwe people in Bwabwata National Park in north-eastern Namibia. It underlines the importance that indigenous communities attach to wildlife and advocates for a more comprehensive understanding of human-wildlife relationships beyond ecological and economic values and the usual framing of conflicting relationships. The article explores how antelopes go beyond being merely “wild animals” to being intertwined in the lives and spaces of the Khwe. Drawing from secondary data, lived experiences and empirical data collected through qualitative methods of semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions, we engage Khwe residents in Bwabwata National Park, including elders, traditional leaders and the management committee of the Kyaramacan Association. Our fundamental question is: what lessons can we draw from the relations of the Khwe with certain antelope species to foster coexistence in Namibia’s community conservation landscapes? Conceptually, we adopt the concept of mechanical solidarity, which emphasises a collective conscience based on shared knowledge, norms and values. We propose that integrating this approach into community conservation practices could enhance conservation outcomes.