Strategic Factors Research Articles

Framework for Industry 4.0 Adoption Strategies in Indian Manufacturing Industries: A SWOT and N-ISM Approach

Considering the significance of industry 4.0 (I 4.0) in manufacturing and the impact of internal and external environments in achieving transformation, the organizations require a comprehensive framework to reap I 4.0 benefits. In this study, a systematic literature review is conducted to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats (SWOT), and strategic factors that may affect I 4.0 implementation in the manufacturing sector in India. Based on SWOT analysis and expert panel discussion, ten strategies were finalized. The neutrosophic-interpretive structural modeling (N-ISM) method is further employed to evaluate the hierarchical relationships among the I 4.0 strategy. The structural model showed that the strategies “complete cost–benefit analysis of I 4.0 technologies (ST9)” and “government policies to support I 4.0 (S10)” play a significant role in I 4.0 adoption. The neutrosophic-Cross-Impact Matrix Multiplication Applied to Classification (N-MICMAC) also indicates that these strategies possess the highest driving power. The study contributes by developing a hierarchical framework for I 4.0 implementation strategies by identifying internal and external factors affecting its adoption. The current study also offers useful insights for managers and practitioners to acknowledge the challenges and opportunities of implementing I 4.0. Using this framework, they may understand interrelationships among strategies to build a comprehensive roadmap.

Human Health, Environmental Comfort and Well-Being. Part 2. Ecological Comfort as a New and Strategic Factor in the Protection of Modern Human Health

Since the dawn of humanity, human beings have inherently sought a state of security, trying to make their existence as comfortable as possible. Accordingly, among the many factors affecting human health, comfort and well-being, the quality of the micro-environment and ecology, as well as the health care system and health-saving resources, are important. In this regard, environmental security, with its systemic nature, brings a significant contribution to the PPM model by optimizing the state of balance in the interrelationship of natural, anthropogenic, physiological and social processes. Accordingly, individualized nutrition and pharmacointervention for preventive and prophylactic purposes, being important tools for health preservation, represent an integrative approach aimed at understanding the interaction between nutrition and the environment within the formed or formed lifestyle. This review will consider the main components of human health protection, as well as their impact on the preservation of ecobiocenosis stability.

Navigating sociopolitical waters: exploring the influence of key factors on global supply base concentration

PurposeVarious economic, strategic and sociopolitical factors drive the decisions related to the location of global supply chain partners. Yet, research on how sociopolitical factors affect these decisions is not that prevalent. We contribute to this line of research by evaluating the changes in global supply base concentration accounted for by three key sociopolitical factors – populism, state fragility and political constraints – that magnify or attenuate the effects of institutional risks, uncertainties and volatility.Design/methodology/approachApart from hypothesizing the negative effects of populism and state fragility, political constraints are conjectured to significantly attenuate these negative effects. The proposed hypotheses were motivated using the tenets of institutional economics theory and tested using a comprehensive dataset compiled from six widely used secondary data sources. The panel data spanning 2003–2018 focused on a sample of global US-listed companies with worldwide suppliers.FindingsOur results supported three of the four hypotheses. Specifically, the direct effects of populism and state fragility were found to be significant, suggesting that they reduced the number of suppliers in the country. However, political constraints did not moderate the effect of populism on global supply base concentration, while they negatively moderated the effect of the state fragility index. This result showcases the overpowering effect of populism on a country’s market environment.Originality/valueSupply chain scholars resoundingly acknowledge the need for more research on the effect of broader sociopolitical factors on global supply chain management. Responding to this call, we evaluate the direct and contingent effects of populism, state fragility and political constraints on global supply base concentration. Our choice of these factors was based on their representation of most of the critical institutional environments prevalent in various countries. One surprising result we found was that populism was found to be pervasive even in countries with strong checks and balances, suggesting its paramount importance to practicing management. Overall, by unraveling the interesting effects of these multidimensional sociopolitical factors, our study makes a valuable contribution to not only theory but also practice.

Strategic corporate orientation, factor flow, green innovation

This research investigates the impact of corporate strategic orientation and factor flowon corporate green innovation. It is found that corporate green strategic orientation has a significant positive effect on the level of corporate green innovation, which is achieved through promoting factor mobility, including the flow of talent, capital, and knowledge. Moreover, there is a synergistic effect between corporate green strategic orientation and corporate intellectual property protection strategy, and their combination can more effectively promote corporate green innovation. The article suggests that the government should introduce incentive measures, invest in education and training, strengthen financial support and intellectual property protection, and establish cooperation mechanisms and monitoring and evaluation systems to `promote corporate green innovation and sustainable development.

The Role of Peer Relationships in Problematic Internet Use among Adolescents: A Scoping Review and Meta-analysis

Background The swift advancement of technology, particularly the internet, has significantly influenced various aspects of human life, resulting in both positive and negative consequences. In Indonesia, adolescents represent the largest group of internet users, with usage durations exceeding four hours per day, making them vulnerable to issues such as Problematic Internet Use (PIU). During adolescence, peer relationships play a crucial role in social development. Objective This study aims to explore how peer relations can influence problematic internet use among adolescents and identify strategic factors that contribute to reducing PIU based on systematic review findings. Additionally, the research seeks to quantify the relationship between peer relations and problematic internet use among adolescents through meta-analysis. The hypothesis posits a correlation between peer relations and problematic internet use among adolescents. Methods The research employs scoping review and meta-analysis techniques. Results Scoping review results indicate that, overall, peer relationships can have both positive and negative impacts on PIU. A more positive relationship between adolescents and their peers tends to correlate with lower levels of PIU. Conversely, adolescents with problematic peer relationships are more likely to develop PIU behaviours. Meta-analysis results further strengthen these findings, demonstrating a significant correlation between peer relationships and problematic internet use among adolescents (r = 0.191; p = 0.020; 95% CI). Conclusion Despite the significant correlation, the influence of peer relationships on problematic internet use appears to be relatively low. This suggests the existence of other factors that contribute to PIU behaviours beyond peer relationships.

Human Health, Environmental Comfort, and Well-Being. Part 2. Ecological Comfort as a New and Strategic Factor in the Protection of Modern Human Health

Human Health, Environmental Comfort, and Well-Being. Part 2. Ecological Comfort as a New and Strategic Factor in the Protection of Modern Human Health

Reflecting Uses and Gratification 2.0 Perspective into Over-the-Top (OTT) Consumption: Role of Collaboration Design and Cross Platform Navigability

A discernible trend within Over-the-top (OTT) platforms is the systematic integration of gamification elements into their marketing endeavors. While existing research has established the positive effects of gamification on customer satisfaction and engagement, there remains a significant gap in understanding how GMA contributes to enduring brand associations. Particularly, the role of strategic factors such as collaboration design and cross-platform navigability in amplifying the effectiveness of gamification has yet to be explored. This study utilizes Uses and Gratifications Theory 2.0 and Consumption Value Theory to investigate these nuances of modern media consumption by delineating the role of gamification in facilitating OTT brand stickiness. This combines PLS-SEM and fsQCA to analyze 590 responses from active subscribers of OTT. The study’s findings draw significant boundary conditions for the base model envisaging brand stickiness.

A LESSON IN MILITARY DOCTRINAL AND OPERATIONAL FAILURES: THE BATTLE OF HOSTOMEL AND THE RUSSIAN MILITARY’S FAILURE TO CAPTURE KYIV.

Abstract: This paper will examine the underlying doctrinal and operational factors that led to the failure of the Russian military to capture Kyiv, and its subsequent military implications that led to its (re)assessment of military strategy. Firstly, this paper will examine the historical lead-up to the 2022 Russo-Ukrainian War, detailing the relative political and strategic factors that impacted upon President Putin’s decision to launch the ‘Special Military Operation’. Secondly, this paper will go into detail into the relative military and tactical landscape of Russia’s attempt to capture Kyiv, in particular, its failure to seize Hostomel airport, thereby leading to strategic failure. Thirdly, this paper will contend that the failure to capture Hostomel was based in part on operational factors but also upon the inability of Russian military planners to fully predict the Ukrainian resolve, as well as the limitations found in its doctrinal approach to warfare.

Semi-Aerobic Landfill System as Alternative Solution for Indonesian Landfill

Indonesia has been encountering pressing problems in managing municipal solid waste (MSW). According to data from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry (KLHK), up to 35.46% of landfills were run as open-dumping landfills until May 2022 because proper sanitary landfill concepts were not fully implemented and the condition of landfills in Indonesia is on the point of being overcapacity. With the development of landfill technology, the Ministry of Public Works is currently starting to develop other alternative landfill systems. From the general findings of this study, it can be concluded that the semi-aerobic landfill system is an available method to be used as an alternative solution for Indonesian landfills. This is based on the results of the SWOT matrix, which shows strategic factors derived from internal and external factors originating from previous studies and issues regarding landfills in Indonesia. The analysis of these factors shows that the semi-aerobic landfill system produces better performance by reducing the potential for environmental pollution of water and air and greenhouse gas emissions. The implementation of a semi-aerobic landfill system is a viable method to be used in developing countries.

Supplier Involvement and Firm Financial Performance: Bringing Strategic Fit to the Fore

AbstractWhile supplier involvement is largely considered an industry best practice, its financial performance implications are far from clear and remain equivocal. These disparate findings led us to shift the conversation to exploring the strategic conditions that may enhance the value of the practice. We do so by drawing on the strategic fit perspective, an underexplored perspective in supplier involvement research. We argue that the value of supplier involvement is shaped by the task priority associated with a firm's strategic orientation. Accounting for the multidimensional nature of strategic fit, we further investigate whether strategic fit is likely to be impacted by a firm's level of market competition. Using a longitudinal survey of automotive manufacturers in Brazil, we demonstrate that supplier involvement fits well with a low‐cost strategy as opposed to a differentiation strategy. However, the degree of fit varies across levels of market competition. The study's overarching contribution is that it develops a theory of how strategic factors interact to impact the financial performance implications of supplier involvement, stressing the significance of strategic fit as the underlying mechanism.

Pioneering excellence: How women’s transformative leadership drives business excellence, and financial sustainability

This study delves into the dynamic realm of women’s transformative leadership and its influence on the business excellence and financial sustainability of the Development and Consulting Services Institute DCSI at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University PNU, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Focusing on six strategic business excellence factors: Governance and Policies, Digital Transformation, Human Capital, Project Attraction and Management, Houses of Expertise, and Corporate Social Responsibility CSR, the research aims to explain the positive impact of women’s transformative leadership on these critical dimensions. Data was primarily obtained through an exhaustive review of their achievement, annual reports, and thorough document analysis. Additionally, interviews were conducted with the Institute’s Dean and her team to corroborate and delve deeper into the information gathered from secondary data resources. Employing the Data-Driven VRIO (Value, Rarity, Imitability, and Organization) Framework, the study highlights the Institute’s core competencies and competitive advantages, offering insights into how these factors contribute to its long-term business sustainability. The study reveals a positive correlation between women’s transformative leadership and enhanced business excellence and financial sustainability. This research contributes valuable insights to the ongoing dialogue on leadership dynamics, emphasizing women’s pivotal role in leading institutions toward success and offering a fresh perspective on women leadership in a distinct context.

INFLUENCE OF STRATEGIC DIRECTION ON THE PERFORMANCE OF FINTECH FIRMS IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA

This study investigated the influence of strategic direction on the performance of financial technology (FINTECH) firms in Nairobi City County, Kenya. The research was grounded in strategic leadership theory and employed a predictive research design. The target population consisted of 154 senior and middle-level managers from 22 FINTECH firms, with a sample size of 111 respondents determined using the Taro Yamane formula. Data was collected using structured questionnaires, achieving a response rate of 82.88%. Descriptive statistics revealed that firms excel in adapting strategic direction to changing circumstances (M = 4.80, SD = 0.399) and establishing clear strategic direction (M = 4.43, SD = 0.731), but face challenges in setting clear and measurable goals (M = 1.18, SD = 0.390). In the inferential analysis, multiple linear regression revealed that strategic direction has a statistically significant positive influence on FINTECH firm performance (β = 0.890, t = 11.797, p < .05). The coefficient of determination (R² = 0.685) indicated that 68.5% of the variance in organizational performance could be explained by the strategic factors studied. The study concludes that effective strategic direction is fundamental to FINTECH firm success in Kenya's dynamic financial technology sector, validating the theoretical frameworks that emphasize strategic leadership's role in organizational performance. The research recommends that FINTECH firms implement comprehensive strategic management frameworks that balance structured goal-setting processes with adaptive capabilities, while regulatory bodies develop supportive policies that encourage strategic innovation while maintaining industry stability. This research contributes to both the theoretical understanding of strategic management in the FINTECH sector and provides practical insights for industry leaders navigating complex market conditions.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0735/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

The Development of Oil and Gas Diplomacy Policy between Timor Leste and Australia in the Timor Sea

Political strategy and future development of Oil and Gas Diplomacy in the Timor Sea from the Countries of Timor Leste and Australia for the development of the oil and gas industry in the interests of the country's economic welfare. The Timor Sea is an area that contains oil and gas (oil and gas) values ​​, such as the Elang-Kakatua Oil Field and the larger Laminaria-Corallina Field, which is localized in the west, the Greater Sunrise Field. Where Bayu Undang is gas worth more than 30 to 50 billion US dollars, it is located closer to the south coast of Timor Leste than oil and gas areas or other islands located in the Timor Sea or in the area of ​​the Timor Leste Sea and Australia, around $ 64.5 Billion from oil and gas production in the Timor Sea, big profits from these oil and gas fields in the future. The aim of the oil and gas diplomacy policy-making held by Timor Leste and Australia is to increase the value of Timor Leste-Australia diplomacy policy in future cooperation in oil and gas diplomacy between the two countries, as well as to explore the strategic factors expected by both countries which will be able to maximize the positive impact of policy development. The future of diplomacy on oil and gas energy sources between the two countries on the Timor Leste-Australia Maritime Border is to maintain national energy security to ensure general prosperity. In this work, the author uses qualitative research methods to collect data that is very relevant and useful to enrich writing and that is worthy of access. Then the results of this writing are used to deepen the future policy of oil and gas diplomacy between the two countries to strengthen diplomatic relations between Timor Leste and Australia, as well as open up opportunities for the political and social-cultural aspects of the two countries which prioritize the concept of a win-win solution from the beginning toward the future.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT COMO FATOR ESTRATÉGICO PARA A COMPETITIVIDADE E SUSTENTABILIDADE DAS ORGANIZAÇÕES: A IMPORTÂNCIA DA CADEIA DE SUPRIMENTOS PARA A ESTRATÉGIA COMPETITIVA DAS EMPRESAS

This paper has as objetive to introduce a study about the diferents teories that define the supply chain management as strategic factor and its importance to activities develop of sustainable way in organizations. The studies already performed demonstrate the complexity of operations involved and the importance of strategies adopted to serve the consumer Market of compettive way. A literature review was carried out in qualitative way, with the objective of identify main concepts about logistics, supply chain management, competitiviness and sustainability. The estudy provided a conceptual analysis about the theme, allowing to identify tools and methods used that can contribute to sustainable supply chain management. The biblioghaphic review made it possible search for elements that demonstrate the importance of activities that integrate the supply chain system and strategies adopted to the efficient management and competitive to organizations. The search collaborated to raise important questions about the effectiveness of actions in relation to sustentable use of resourses in logistics and supply chain.

Mergers and acquisitions in OIC countries: the role of strategic similarity in bank performance

Purpose - This research aims to evaluate the impact of strategic similarity on MA performance in banking within OIC countries. The study investigates how strategic alignment influences MA outcomes and explores the role of cultural fit, cross-border factors, and capital adequacy in shaping post-merger success.Method - A quantitative approach is used in this study, using secondary data from annual reports of banking institutions in OIC member countries that experienced mergers and acquisitions from 2013 to 2022. This study uses 38 MA transaction data obtained from Bank Focus. The hypothesis is tested using a partial least squares structural equation model.Result - The finding reveals that the strategic similarity factor could not explain the success of MA performance for both Islamic and conventional banks. Cultural misalignment and cross-border regulatory issues are key factors affecting post-merger success. The one-year observation period was too short, but capital adequacy was found to influence performance significantly.Implication - Theoretically, models of MA success should include cultural and regulatory dimensions and consider a longer-term view. Managers should prioritise cultural integration, address regulatory challenges, and align capital adequacy strategies to improve post-merger outcomes and resilience.Originality - This research discussed the factors determining successful MA performance in banks in OIC countries. The findings can be used to develop insights into mergers and acquisitions in the banking sector.

Factors affecting the growth of small and medium Enterprises in Luangnamtha Province

The purpose of this study is to study the operating conditions and factors affecting the growth of small and medium enterprises in LuangNamtha Province. which uses descriptive study methods, surveys, and questionnaires to collect data from small and medium-sized enterprise operators who have registered enterprises at the Department of Industry and Trade in LuangNamtha Province according to the law in the number of 233 business units using basic statistics such as average value and standard deviation and analyzed with an ordinary least squares regression model. The results of the study found that most of the business operators are males aged between 37-43 years old, have a high degree of specialization, and have previous experience in the service sector, which a business is owned by a single Lao person. The registered capital of the business is less 100,000,000 kip, it is a source of funds for the family, there are between 5-20 people, the duration of the business operation is less 5 years, the customer group is in the province, the business is mainly in the commercial sector, but the performance is not good compared to last year. Such as, revenue and net profit decreased. The importance of factors affecting the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises in LuangNamtha province is very important. The factors affecting the growth of enterprises include four factors that have a relationship in the same direction, such as leadership factors affecting the growth of enterprises with a statistical significance level of 0.1, strategic decision-making factors affecting the growth of enterprises with a statistical significance level of 0.05, financial factors affecting the growth and stability of enterprises with a statistical significance level of 0.01 and 0.1, respectively, and marketing factors affecting the stability of the enterprise with a statistical significance level of 0.1.

Global Trends and Practices of Industry 4.0 Applications in the Clothing Sector: A Systematic Literature Review

The potential of Industry 4.0 enabling tools is emerging as a strategic factor for the adaptation and innovation of companies in the clothing sector. Thus, the aim is to identify global trends and practices in I4.0 applications in the clothing sector based on a systematic literature review. From the systematic literature review, 11 articles were selected from the Scopus and Web of Science databases. The results showed global trends in the application of I4.0 enabling tools, such as the Internet of Things, Cybersecurity and Additive Manufacturing, in addition to the benefits that I4.0 can provide in manufacturing, such as the possibility of efficient processes with lower operating costs. When studying the perception of businesspeople, the most critical dimensions were: vertical integration, flexibility, data analysis, supply chain integration, traceability, remote production monitoring, strategy, organizational culture and people. The originality of the paper is highlighted by its specific sectoral focus, emerging applications of Industry 4.0 and holistic approach to the value chain. In addition to the academic contribution in terms of mapping key global trends, identifying challenges and opportunities and providing a basis for future research, the results can provide practical recommendations for companies in the apparel sector seeking to start or accelerate their digital transformation journey.

Environmental Perception as a Strategic Factor in Legal Compliance Auditing: Challenges and Opportunities

Legal compliance auditing consists of the systematic analysis of processes, products, and activities within an organization, with the aim of verifying whether they are in accordance with environmental standards established by laws, regulations, and other requirements. In this context, environmental awareness in companies is an increasingly relevant topic in discussions about sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and environmental management. Environmental awareness can be understood as the way an organization identifies, interprets, and responds to environmental issues arising in its operational context. Companies, especially those operating in sectors that utilize natural resources or have significant environmental impacts, need to integrate environmental awareness into their daily activities. The objective of this paper is to analyze how environmental awareness influences the effectiveness of legal compliance audits, highlighting its importance in promoting sustainability and ensuring adherence to environmental regulations. Companies with a well-developed environmental awareness tend to adopt a more proactive approach to their environmental responsibilities, going beyond mere legal compliance. On the other hand, low environmental awareness within the organization can lead to neglecting environmental issues, resulting in less effective audits.

How do firms use their dynamic capabilities in strategic factor markets? The role of resource rarity

How do firms use their dynamic capabilities in strategic factor markets? The role of resource rarity

Perencanaan Strategi Pemasaran Pondok Pesantren Darul Ilmi Wal Amal

The purpose of this research is to determine the strategic positioning and alternative marketing strategy that can be carried out by Darul Ilmi wal Amal Islamic Boarding School. The method used in this research is a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. The data analysis used is SWOT analysis (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat) which is measured through internal factors (Internal Strategic Factor Analysis Summary/IFAS) and external factors (External Strategic Factor Analysis Summary/EFAS). The results obtained from IFAS and EFAS show that Darul Ilmi wal Amal Islamic Boarding School is in quadrant I, which is a position that shows a strong organization with great opportunities. The strategy that is in accordance with this position is a development strategy (progressive/aggressive/expansion) which includes preparation towards a muadalah-based boarding school; expansion of promotion by involving various related parties and using various effective methods; expansion of cooperation with various related parties, especially in admitting new students, education and training; determining affordable prices/fees, scholarship programs for students and organizing the learning process based on the different academic abilities of students in the form of study groups.