Strategic Performance Research Articles

Assessing the Strategic Performance of the University of Ha’il by using Balanced Scorecard

الأهداف: تهدف الدراسة إلى توضيح كيفية استخدام بطاقة الأداء المتوازن في تقويم الأداء الإستراتيجي لجامعة حائل، وذلك من خلال: الوقوف على واقع الأداء الإستراتيجي لجامعة حائل في ضوء مؤشرات أبعاد بطاقة الأداء المتوازن، وتحديد متطلبات تطوير الأداء الإستراتيجي لجامعة حائل في ضوء نتائج أبعاد بطاقة الأداء المتوازن. المنهج: اعتمدت الدراسة على المنهج الوصفي في تحقيق أهدافها، وضمت عينة الدراسة 62 من القيادات الأكاديمية بجامعة حائل. النتائج: توصلت الدراسة إلى توافر مؤشرات أبعاد بطاقة الأداء المتوازن: المالي، التعلم والنمو، العمليات الداخلية، العملاء والمستفيدون بدرجة عالية. الخلاصة: أوصت الدراسة بضرورة دعم الإدارة الجامعية لعمليات تقييم الأداء الإستراتيجي والمالي والأكاديمي وفق معايير واضحة، والحرص على تطوير جميع الممارسات الأكاديمية والإدارية، وتطوير النظام التقني، واستكمال البنية التحتية.

Tales tall of a city small: A capital in the grip of a lengthy strategic and communicative performance by its city council

Tales tall of a city small: A capital in the grip of a lengthy strategic and communicative performance by its city council

The Effect of Strategic Change on Strategic Performance Mediated by Inter-Firm Network and Strategic Alignment

The Effect of Strategic Change on Strategic Performance Mediated by Inter-Firm Network and Strategic Alignment

Strategic Agility and Performance of Pay Television Industry in Kenya.

The Pay TV market in Kenya operates in a highly competitive business environment, which in turn calls for aggressiveness and more efficient ways of keeping the business afloat. Advancement in technology also comes with several options for Pay TV customers such as online streaming which poses more threat to the market. This research seeks to assess the influence of strategic agility on the performance of the Kenyan Pay TV industry using Multichoice Kenya Limited as the case study. The objectives of this study were to establish the influence of leadership agility, determine the influence cultural agility, assess the influence of business agility, and to determine the influence of career agility on organizational performance in the Kenyan Pay TV industry. The study is of great significance to the government of Kenya since the improved performance of the Pay TV companies can generate more revenue for the government in form of taxes and license fees. New and existing Pay TV companies may also benefit from this study by employing agile strategies for competitive advantage as well as getting more information on how to handle uncertain situations in the business environment. Additionally, academicians who may want to research more on strategic agility may benefit by accessing more information from this study. The concept of strategic agility has not been sufficiently researched especially on the variables such as leadership agility, cultural agility, business agility, career agility and how they influence organizational performance. This research was anchored on four theories namely; The Great Man Theory, Theory of Change, Theory of Constraints, and the Broaden and Build Theory. The reviewed literature on these theories indicates that there is a positive influence of strategic agility on organizational performance. This is a cross-sectional study which involves 60 employees with managerial roles. Descriptive design was used in this study adopting qualitative and quantitative methods. Data collection was done through closed and open-ended questionnaires, keeping a register of questionnaire distribution and feedback collection. A pilot study was carried out to determine the accuracy, clarity and relevance of the study questionnaire. Data analysis was carried using SPSS (V29) and multiple regression analysis. The study found that leadership agility, cultural agility business agility and career agility all have a significant effect on the performance of Pay TV firms in Kenya. The top leadership of firms in Pay TV industry should establish cross-cultural collaboration initiatives to encourage knowledge-sharing and teamwork among employees from different cultural backgrounds, foster a culture that encourages and rewards agile leadership behaviors, such as risk-taking and experimentation and encourage leaders to seek mentorship and coaching to enhance their agility capabilities, should invest in technology and infrastructure that support flexibility and adaptability in responding to market changes and also develop cross-functional teams that can quickly adapt to changing business requirements and address emerging challenges, implement career development plans and pathways that align with the organization's strategic objectives and employees' career aspiration and encourage a growth mindset among employees.

Strategic Sourcing and Performance of Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya

The devolved governments in Kenya undertake projects that make up over 50% of government spending and are important to the economy. To improve the performance of projects and efficiency in service delivery, Kenyan county governments commonly award bids using strategic sourcing. However, despite the adoption of strategic sourcing, the performance of devolved systems of government remains poor. The general objective of this study was to determine the effect of strategic sourcing on performance of devolved systems of government in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya. The specific objectives were to establish the effect of supplier relationship management, market research, analytics, and multiple sourcing on the performance of devolved systems of government in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya. The study is significant to the administration of County governments in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, the policy makers as well as other researchers and academicians. The study adopted a cross sectional research design. The target population of the study was all the 47 county governments in Kenya, which are categorized into 6 regional blocs. The target population of the study was all the 47 county governments in Kenya, which are categorized into 6 regional blocs. The respondents included heads of departments in finance, procurement, public relations and information and communication technology as well as their assistants in 14 Counties in the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB). A semi-structure questionnaire was used in the collection of data. Data was analyzed using qualitative data and quantitative methods. Qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis and the results were presented in a narrative form. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used in analyzing quantitative data with the help of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS version 25) statistical software. Quantitative results were presented in the form of tables and figures. The study found that supplier relationship management has a positive and significant effect on performance in devolved systems of government in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya. The study also established that market research has positive and significant effect on performance in devolved systems of government in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya. The study further revealed that analytics has positive and significant effect on performance in devolved systems of government in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya. Also, the study found that multiple sourcing has positive and significant effect on performance in devolved systems of government in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya. The study recommends that County government should develop training programs and workshops for government procurement officers and suppliers to enhance their understanding of procurement processes, compliance requirements, and best practices. County governments should regularly update market information related to various goods and services required by the government. In addition, County governments should create a dedicated analytics department or unit within the government structure to focus on data collection, analysis, and interpretation. In addition, County governments should monitor supplier performance regularly and use data-driven insights to make decisions about contract renewals or terminations

Strategic Performance and Work Passion and their Relationship to Emotional Exhaustion Among Futsal Coaches

This study aimed to identify strategic performance, passion for work, and their relationship to emotional exhaustion among futsal coaches, by preparing questionnaire forms to measure strategic performance, passion for work, and emotional exhaustion. The researcher used the descriptive approach using the correlational method, as it is the appropriate approach to the nature of this research, and the community is represented. For data conforming to a normal distribution, the independent samples test was used to analyze numerical comparisons between two different groups t-test. As a result, correlation coefficients between strategic performance and job passion in the research sample the t- value reached (160.2) below the significance level (0.05) was detected.Averages of correlation coefficients between strategic performance and emotional exhaustion in the research sample the t- value reached (2.160) below the significance level (0.05) was detected. The value of the correlation coefficient between strategic performance, work passion and emotional exhaustion in the research the t- value reached (2.160) below the significance level (0.05) was detected. In conclusion, the researcher recommended strengthening the role of Strategic performance and passion for work among futsal coaches.

Identify Cricket Shots using Machine Learning

Cricket shot detection is a game-changing technology that offers deep insights into player performance and match data, completely changing the way the sport is played. The main elements and importance of cricket shot detection systems are explored in this abstract. Using computer vision and machine learning techniques, the system examines video footage of cricket matches to accurately detect and classify every shot made by batsmen. Shot types (such as cover drive, pull, or leg glance), shot trajectories, and success rates are among the important data it retrieves. Numerous stakeholders in the cricketing ecosystem find diverse uses for cricket shot detection. It provides coaches and professional athletes with an unmatched post-match analysis tool that helps with strategic planning and performance enhancement.The method is used by team analysts to create winning strategies by gaining insight into opponents' shot patterns. Shot detection provides compelling visualizations and real-time shot labels in the broadcasting domain, enhancing the viewing experience. While talent scouts and cricket organizations use technology to find players and nurture talent, cricket enthusiasts profit from comprehensive shot data. This abstract highlight cricket shot detection's potential and adaptability, highlighting how it can revolutionize the cricket industry. Technology keeps improving the game, empowering players, and enthralling spectators with a deeper comprehension of the sport. Several sports have received a lot of attention and popularity recently. Many people were pining for live sports action during the height of the recent outbreak because there were no sporting activities. With millions of devoted fans who watch the games with emotion, cricket is one of the most respected sports in India. Enticed by the game, fans frequently conduct in-depth evaluations of certain players, focusing on their skills and shot choices. A greater number of people are interested in assessing players' performances in order to make wise choices for fantasy teams, especially in light of the popularity of fantasy leagues and related services. Automation presents a potential solution to the significantly time-consuming and manual process of detecting cricket batters' shots. In order to accomplish its goals, this study uses deep learning in the form of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) to present an efficient method for evaluating cricket strokes

How does strategic deviation affect firm performance? The roles of financing constraints and institutional investors

PurposeThis study investigates the economic outcomes of the strategic deviation (SD), the fundamental and crucial question in institutional theory and strategic management. Previous studies have yielded contradictory findings. This study reconciles conflicting results by distinguishing the effects of the SD on financial and market performance, examining the mechanism of financing constraints and the boundary condition of institutional investor heterogeneity.Design/methodology/approachThis research collected data from Chinese A-shares listed manufacturing firms from 2009 to 2021 from the CSMAR and Wind databases. This study conducted empirical tests using OLS models with Stata 15.FindingsEmpirical results demonstrate that the SD has different impacts on different dimensions of performance. The SD negatively impacts financial performance while positively impacts market performance. Financing constraints mediate the main effects. Moreover, transactional institutional investors positively moderate the negative effect of the SD on financial performance, whereas stable institutional investors negatively moderate the positive effect of the SD on market performance.Originality/valueBy systematically revealing how the SD has different effects on financial and market performance, this study reconciles the debate on the SD between institutional theorists and strategy scholars. This research makes contributions to the research stream by providing reasonable explanations for conflicting conclusions. Furthermore, by introducing the overlooked perspective of financing constraints, this research identifies crucial mediating mechanisms and highlights the double-edged effect of financing constraints, enriching our understanding of financing constraints. Finally, this study investigates the moderating effects of institutional investor heterogeneity, thereby making valuable contributions to the comprehension of boundary conditions.

The Role of the Balanced Scorecard Technique in Evaluating and Improving Strategic Performance in the Kufa Cement Factory

The Role of the Balanced Scorecard Technique in Evaluating and Improving Strategic Performance in the Kufa Cement Factory

Strategic information planning and performance of SMEs: A structural equation modelling approach

BACKGROUND: The business environment is getting unstable due to which execution of decision support systems has become significant to maintain competitive advantage. Small and medium enterprises in particular confront issues, such as insufficiency of devising strategic planning, strategic decision-making, and information exchange, as well as difficulty increasing performance. Because functional strategic management and decision-making are required, strategic information systems planning is employed to accumulate information and assist decision-makers in developing and implementing the best strategy for gaining superior performance. Executives in information systems focus on technical difficulties while ignoring decisions to support strategic plans. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this article is to investigate how strategic information systems planning contributes to increased performance in SMEs. METHODS: Data was gathered through questionnaires distributed to information system executives in SMEs, primarily in Jordan. The data was collected with the help of questionnaires adopted from prior studies. For Analysis after applying the diagnostic tests, structural equation modelling has been applied to test the framework developed based on the literature. RESULTS: A structural equation modeling (SEM) was conducted, the individual loadings of the SEM items are investigated, reliability and discriminant validity is tested, and path coefficients of hypothesized relationships of the developed model are tested. CONCLUSIONS: The findings suggested that managers should prioritize implementing strategic information systems planning so that they can gain superior performance with better agility in the future. This research not only enhances the current understanding of the significance of strategic information systems planning but also assists supervisors to improve the procedure.

Strategic Alignment and Project Performance in the Telecommunication Industry in Kenya

Strategic Alignment and Project Performance in the Telecommunication Industry in Kenya

THE MEDIATING ROLE OF MARKETING CAPABILITY AND INNOVATION CAPABILITY IN THE LINK BETWEEN STRATEGIC ORIENTATION DIMENSIONS AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE(IN THE CASE OF SELECTED MANUFACTURING COMPANIES OPERATING IN ETHIOPIA)

<p>The purpose of this study is to determine the mediating role of Marketing and Innovation Capabilities in the link between Strategic Orientation dimensions and Business Performance. 385 questionnaires were distributed to CEOS, marketing managers & marketing experts, and brand managers, production managers, finance managers, IT specialists, research & development managers of 20 manufacturing firms and only 300 questionnaires were used for final analysis. After confirming that the CFA measurement models fulfill the GOF statistics, the discriminant validity analysis results show that the AVE values exceeded their respective square inter-construct correlations in several cases. Following Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) to investigate the underlying theoretical structure of the phenomenon and Confirmatory Factors Analysis (CFA) measurement models that meet the Goodness-of-Fit (GoF) statistics, the discriminant validity analysis results show that the AVE values are more significant than their respective square inter-construct correlations in several cases. The reliability test for all seven constructs is above 0.7, which satisfies the recommended threshold in the literature. The statistical software utilized for data analysis in this study was PROCESS Macro 3.4.1 and SPSS 25. The study's findings revealed that all four dimensions of strategic orientation and marketing and innovation capabilities had a favorable and significant impact on business performance. Both marketing and innovation capabilities have mediated the relationship between strategic orientation components (MO, EO, TO, and KO) and business performance. This study concludes that focusing solely on strategic components is insufficient and that integrated organizational processes are required to attain truly outstanding business performance. The study discovered that greater marketing and innovation capabilities enhance business performance (both financial and marketing). As a result, manufacturing businesses should examine each component of strategic orientation independently - market, entrepreneurial, technological, and knowledge orientations - while assessing fundamental abilities, which include marketing and innovation capabilities.</p><p> </p><p><strong>JEL:</strong> M31, O31, O32, O36, L25, L26, L60</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0187/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Competitive Responses by Art Galleries at Rocky Mountain Resort Destinations: Sufficient to Maintain Sustainability?

Strategic management theory predicts that managers systematically scan their firms’ internal and external environments to identify possible factors that might impinge on their strategic plans and performance. Like many organizations, art galleries have been challenged over the past two decades by digital pressures such as social media and ecommerce. Lately, outfalls from the COVID-19 pandemic have added further to the woes of art galleries. This study examines how art galleries, as small businesses, respond to these significant contextual shifts. It is predicted that art galleries will implement innovative competitive strategies as a means to address the pandemic, ecommerce and digital market pressures. Ingenuity is a companion component of strategy and reflects the extent of creativity associated with innovation. These relationships were analyzed in a sample of art galleries located in resort destinations of the Rocky Mountains including Aspen, Bozeman, Jackson Hole, Park City and Sun Valley. Results from this study underscore the value for gallery owners and managers in instituting innovation as well as the value of ingenuity in creating distinctive competitive strategy. Different resort communities surfaced as leaders in cultivating innovation and ingenuity. Implications for practice and future research are considered.

Winning with mētis: embodied virtues in sport practice, from Odysseus to Maradona

ABSTRACT The Greek word mētis (μῆτις) traditionally refers to a particular form of wily intelligence associated with the arts of deception (dolos) and the knowledge of tricks (kerdē), subterfuges, and traps. Mētis evokes innovative and ground-breaking solutions, based on the capability to understand, anticipate, and possibly violate the others’ expectations. Most importantly, mētis presupposes practical wisdom, or prudence (phrόnesis), a dispositional quality that underpins all the virtues that deserve to be cultivated by sportspersons and that is pivotal to perfect sportspersons’ moral character. Not only is prudence required to apply mētis profitably for winning a game, but it is also indispensable to perform consistently with the game’s norms—cognizant of sport values. This analysis of mētis is key to illuminate the embodied dimension of tactical and moral reasoning in contemporary sport practice. In this paper, we first argue that the strategic effectiveness of mētis proves that not only sensorimotor control but also higher forms of intelligence, like strategic reasoning, are embodied and inform skilful performance; second, we argue that relying on mētis is necessary not only to interpret the rules of the game in one’s own favor but also to respect the shared values that these rules uphold in the sport practice.

Strategic Employee Performance Analysis in the USA: Deploying Machine Learning Algorithms Intelligently

Strategic employee performance assessment assists organizations in steering productivity, affirming employee satisfaction, and accomplishing strategic organizational goals. Machine learning algorithms provide several benefits over mainstream techniques in assessing employee performance. This research paper aimed to explore the deployment of machine learning algorithms in assessing employee performance. The prime objective of employee performance analysis is to assess an employee's achievement during a specific time frame. The dataset for this research revolved around the leadership team of a global retailer's specific store level in the USA, extending over 18 months. The dataset for this study was subjected to Python programming software for intensive and comprehensive data analysis as well as for visualization purposes. From the experiment design, it was evident that XG-Boost seems to be the best-performing model overall. In particular, it had the greatest AUC for both holdout and training data (0.86 and 0.88, respectively), and it has a relatively low runtime (16 minutes) and maximum memory utilization (12%). By contrast, Random Forest displayed an average AUC for training data (0.79) but a lesser AUC for holdout data (0.51), which indicates that it may be overfitting the training data; besides, it had a longer runtime than XG-Boost.

The Impact of Digital Transformation on Strategic Performance: The Mediating Role of Innovation at Jordanian Private Universities

The Impact of Digital Transformation on Strategic Performance: The Mediating Role of Innovation at Jordanian Private Universities

Reflections on the Construction of Strategic Performance Management System in Chinese Manufacturing Enterprises

In the surge of global economic integration, China's manufacturing industry is poised at the forefront of a transformational upgrade. Beyond the hum of production lines, the vital pulse lies within the robust rhythm of Strategic Performance Management Systems (SPMS). Yet, studies indicate that despite China's manufacturing sector advancing towards "intelligent manufacturing" and innovation, there are numerous areas within strategic performance management systems that urgently demand enhancement. In the coming years, for China's manufacturing industry to secure higher value positioning within the global supply chain and assert dominance in niche markets, it must seize the nerve center of strategic performance management. Confronted with a series of challenges including slowing growth, rising costs, and tightening environmental regulations, manufacturing enterprises urgently need to construct an efficient and precise performance management system. However, in reality, many enterprises still exhibit a weak strategic execution, lacking a systematic performance orientation and employee incentive mechanisms, often resulting in a disconnect between strategic objectives and performance management. The factors affecting the effective implementation of strategic performance management within enterprises are intricate. Internal factors primarily encompass the rigidity of corporate culture, bottlenecks in leadership style and employee engagement, as well as hindrances in information sharing and communication mechanisms. External factors involve the volatility of market environments, unclear policy directions, and intensifying international competition. The formulation of a comprehensive performance management system undoubtedly holds profound significance for optimizing resource allocation, reinforcing core competitiveness, and enhancing strategic responsiveness.

IT Strategic Alignment Maturity and Business Performance for the Banking Industry in Kenya

This study explored the connection between IT Strategic Alignment Maturity and the financial performance of Kenyan commercial banks. Using the SAMM framework, six alignment maturity criteria (governance, communications, value, partnership, technology scope, and skills) were evaluated. Quantitative correlation analysis was conducted with data from CIOs representing 70% of the Kenyan banking market (all Tier One banks). Findings revealed a significant positive link between IT-business alignment and profitability. The study suggests that banks seeking increased return on assets (ROA) should prioritize the development of robust strategic alignment maturity. Business-IT alignment (BITA) is a dynamic, ongoing process essential for organizational success (Luftman, 1996). Successful alignment requires strong management support, clear prioritization, and effective communication across all levels of the organization (Luftman, 1997). To navigate the complexities of a rapidly changing business environment, companies must consistently evaluate their IT investments and strategies (Luftman, Papp and Brier, 1999). A well-aligned IT function acts as a catalyst, driving innovation, competitiveness, and improved decision-making across the enterprise (Luftman, Papp, and Brier, 1995). However, alignment is challenging and requires collaboration between IT and other business units (Luftman, Lewis, and Oldach, 1993). When IT strategy and governance effectively support overarching business goals, organizations can transform their operations and unlock new levels of success (Haes and Grembergen, 2016).

Explore the Role of Management Accounting in Decision Making in Vietnamese Agricultural Cooperatives

This study examines the role of management accounting in decision making in Vietnamese agricultural cooperatives. This study investigates how management accounting information is used in decision making, the factors that influence the use of that information, and the challenges that cooperatives face in implementing a management accounting system. Research shows that management accounting information is essential for strategic planning, performance measurement, and risk management, and that its use is influenced by organizational culture, resources, market competition, government regulations, and individual factors. The study provides insight into the importance of management accounting in Vietnamese agricultural cooperatives and emphasizes the need to invest in management accounting systems, employee training, and technology to enhance decision-making.

무역 전시회 참여 기업의 자원기반요소가 관계학습 및 전시회 성과에 미치는 영향

Purpose - This study sought to investigate the relationship between resource-based elements (trust, relationship commitment, transaction-specific assets), and relationship elements that trade exhibition participating companies can utilize internally, relationship learning, and trade exhibition performance (sales performance, non-sales performance). Design/Methodology/Approach - Data collection was conducted through e-mail and in-person interviews from November 10 to November 30, 2023, targeting executives and salespeople of companies participating in the trade exhibition. A total of 300 copies were distributed, and 259 copies, excluding insincere responses, were used in the final analysis. Findings - As a result of the analysis, first, it was found that relationship learning also improves as the resource-based elements of trust and transaction-specific assets of companies participating in trade exhibitions increase. Second, as exhibition relationship learning improved, exhibition performance improved, which showed the same results for both sales and non-sales performance. Third, as a result of analyzing the mediating effect of relationship commitment in the relationship between resource-based factors and exhibition performance, it was confirmed that exhibition performance increases when resource-based factors go through relationship commitment. Research Implications - Through this study, the relative influence of resource-based elements and the relationship learning of trade exhibition participating companies on exhibition performance was confirmed, and it was found that resource-based elements and relationship learning are important for trade exhibition participating companies to achieve strategic exhibition performance.