Textile Firms Research Articles

Analyzing green entrepreneurial orientation drivers: Insights from the Indian manufacturing industry

ABSTRACT Business activities often lead to various environmental issues, like deforestation, waste, and pollution. Hence, integrating environmental concerns into manufacturing operations is essential for ensuring long-term sustainability. In this direction, green entrepreneurial orientation (GEO) represents an internal strategy that integrates environmental concerns into business operations. While much of the discussion around GEO has centered on the manufacturing sector in general, the unique dynamics of the textile industry have often been overlooked. This highlights the need for a more targeted exploration of GEO drivers specific to the textile sector. An exploratory approach has been used in the study, where in the first stage drivers are identified through a literature review strategy, while the second stage involves analysis of the company sustainability reports to validate the drivers. The results indicate that managerial environment concerns, technical orientation, big data analytical capabilities, environmental collaboration, and institutional pressure are the primary drivers that must be operationalized by firms to implement GEO. Furthermore, textile firms are concentrating on five core areas that align with GEO principles: energy efficiency, renewable energy, water and effluents management, waste management, and awareness programs. The study provides implications for managers and policy makers to prioritize the integration of environmental concerns into strategic decision making, foster collaborations, invest in data-driven technologies, and strengthen regulatory frameworks to encourage the adoption of green entrepreneurial practices.

Supply Chain Management Practices and Organizational Performance: The Moderating Role of Competitive Edge

Organizational performance is a cornerstone of any thriving institution, serving as a critical measure of how effectively an organization meets its goals and fulfills its mission. Higher performance which is the desire of many organizations is characterized by their strategic vision, cohesive culture, and resilient processes, which collectively drive sustainable success. Non-achievement of organizational goals by textile firms can manifest as a result of discrepancies between the organization’s strategic objectives and the supply chain’s operational goals. The research therefore sought to assess the role supply chain management practices on organizational performance, moderated by the competitive edge of textile firms in Kenya. The study specifically sought to determine the effect of green procurement, reverse logistics, and outsourcing on organizational performance moderated by competitive edge. The study was guided by Just in Time Theory, Theory of Constraints, and the Resource Based View Theory. Explanatory research design was used and a sample of 216 heads of logistics and procurement departments was used, for a total of 52 textile firms in Kenya. The findings showed that green procurement (β1=0.282, p<0.05), reverse logistics (β2=0.287, p<0.05) and outsourcing (β3=0.331, p<0.05) had a positive and significant effect on organizational performance. Competitive edge enhances the relationship between green procurement (β=-0.069; p<0.05), reverse logistics (β=-0.137; p<0.05), outsourcing (β=-0.122; p<0.05) and organizational performance. Boosting competitive edge makes the supply chain efforts more effective in improving firm performance. Organizations should leverage on competitive edge to enhance the impacts of green procurement, reverse logistics, and outsourcing on performance.

Export Potential Index for Textile Industry (EPIT) model proposal with structural equation modelling and application

PurposeThe aim of this study is to develop a new multidimensional index to measure export potential of textile firms by using firm-level data.Design/methodology/approachAfter a conceptual model, a structural equation model is developed with five dimensions and 27 observed variables based on resource-based view theory. The measurement model is solved by Linear Structural Relations (LISREL) with maximum likelihood algorithm by using data collected from 454 textile firms in Türkiye.FindingsIn this study, a new multidimensional index that measures export potential of textile firms is developed. With the proposed model, the export potential of textile firms can be calculated numerically with the five dimensions: Resources, Dynamism, Knowledge, Innovation and Sustainability. The comparison of the output of the proposed model with the control variable, firm’s actual export values, shows a significantly high success ratio of 90.76%.Research limitations/implicationsThe model is applicable for textile firms at different export levels, regions and sub-sectors. The Export Potential Index for Textile Industry model is verified by using Turkish textile industry data. The robustness of the model may be increased by verifying the model by using some other countries data. This model can be implemented to other industrial sectors with some modification of the dimensions and variables.Practical implicationsThe proposed model will contribute to the firms by calculating their export potential in five dimensions with their own variables numerically. The model will help firms to develop strategies to increase their export potential and to the governmental and industrial organizations to develop incentives policies.Originality/valueThis paper fills the gap in the literature by proposing a multidimensional index that determines a firm’s export potential numerically by using firm-level data.

Impact of Work Discipline on Organizational Performance: The Moderating Role of Organizational Culture in Pakistan

The purpose of this research is to investigate the relationship between work discipline and organizational performance, with a specific focus on the moderating role of organizational culture within Pakistan's textile industry. The study aims to understand how work discipline and organizational culture impact the performance of textile firms in this context. Data was analyzed using SPSS, employing descriptive statistics as well as factor and regression analyses. A questionnaire utilizing a Likert scale was used to gather data from the Punjab textile sector, with purposive sampling applied. While the research initially targeted 230 participants, 203 responses were ultimately analyzed. The results reveal a strong and positive correlation between work discipline, organizational culture, and organizational performance. Specifically, work discipline is positively associated with improved organizational performance. Furthermore, organizational culture is shown to positively influence performance, highlighting its role in moderating the relationship between work discipline and performance. These findings underscore the significant impact of both work discipline and organizational culture on enhancing organizational outcomes. In conclusion, organizational culture plays a critical moderating role, amplifying the positive effects of work discipline on organizational performance. Future research should explore additional factors that may influence employee performance, including managerial support, work environment, job satisfaction, and individual personality traits. It is also recommended that future studies be guided by current literature and consider aspects of organizational commitment.

The influence mechanism of digital technology empowering green innovation of textile firms: a knowledge search perspective

Digital technology is a vital engine for the green innovation of textile firms. In recent years, knowledge search through digital platforms has allowed for obtaining richer knowledge information. Using a data engine for data mining can improve the efficiency of firm knowledge retrieval. Considering these factors, this paper collects data from 226 textile firms and uses multiple regression analysis methods to analyse the impact mechanism and path of digital technology empowering textile firms’ green innovation. The study found that digital technology has a positive impact on the green innovation of textile firms through the mediating role of knowledge search. Environmental dynamism positively moderates the relationship between digital technology and green innovation of textile firms. Based on this, the management enlightenment of textile firms using digital technology to realize knowledge search and promote green innovation is put forward.

Industry 4.0 and sustainability: the case of the Italian textile district of Prato

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to analyze the twin transition of textile firms operating in an industrial district. The twin transition comprises two interconnected but distinct processes: the sustainable transition and the digital transition. The study specifically considers sustainability goals in terms of the triple bottom line and digitalization as the adoption of Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies. The study aims to understand how the characteristics of Italian districts influence the choices related to the twin transition and how it affects textile industrial firms.Design/methodology/approachThe author conducts a multiple-case study involving five firms of industrial textile district of Prato.FindingsThe results show the relationship between the characteristics of the district, such as fragmentation of the supply chain, lean manufacturing, territorial proximity and attachment to origins and traditions and the sustainable goals and I4.0 technologies adoption. Moreover, the study proposes a framework for twin transition. Market and technology drive the process in which sustainability represents the aim, I4.0 serves as enablers and the relevant outcome is the implementation of the business model innovation.Practical implicationsThese findings offer valuable insights for textile firms, policymakers and stakeholders seeking to navigate the complexities of twin transition.Originality/valueThe study contributes to the broader topic of twin transition. In particular, it links the particular context represented by the industrial district in which the textile firms operate to their conduct, and the two interconnected and distinct processes, sustainable transition and digital transition, with the business model innovation topic.

Where has all the knowledge gone? migrations from industrial to knowledge economy in textile firms

ABSTRACT Adopting a comparative international case study approach, we explore the relationship between crafts and knowledge management, focusing specifically on the transformation of knowledge in firms based in declining clusters. By analysing long-standing textile firms based in Veneto and Dundee, we investigate the question “where has all the (craft) knowledge gone” and how knowledge management practices have evolved within firms and in the overall cluster. The thematic analysis of our qualitative data shows a migration of knowledge from the industrial to the contemporary knowledge economy, identifying diverse trajectories, respectively oriented to the past and to the future. The paper proposes a framework of knowledge transformation approaches based on key differences between the clusters analysed. Building on this, we also provide practical suggestions for firms still operating in the sector and broader policy implications.

Exploring Cost Stickiness in the Textile Industry: A Comparative Analysis between the Nordic Countries and Spain through Panel Data Analysis

This study explores the complexities of cost behavior in the textile industry, conducting a comparative analysis between firms in the Nordic countries and Spain. Our main goal is to examine how distinct economic and corporate governance models impact the cost management strategies of textile firms. Utilizing a panel dataset from the Orbis database covering the years 2017 to 2022, we reveal significant differences in cost stickiness between these regions. Notably, Nordic textile firms demonstrate a stronger tendency toward cost stickiness compared to their Spanish counterparts. This difference is largely attributed to the Nordic textile firms’ more cautious approach to adjusting costs in response to decreases in revenue, potentially motivated by a commitment to sustainability, eco-friendly technologies, and long-term business success. Our analysis not only highlights the complex interaction between the global challenges confronting the textile sector and the unique economic and governance environments but also maps out how these elements shape cost management strategies. By offering insights to both academics and practitioners, this study advocates for a comprehensive cost management approach, capable of navigating demand volatilities and strategic complexities faced by textile firms.

Towards a Sustainable Future: Exploring the Role of Integrated Management Systems in Enhancing Export Competitiveness and Domestic Sales in Textile Industry

In today's globalized industrial landscape, marked by fierce competition and evolving consumer preferences, the imperative of ensuring product quality, environmental sustainability, and occupational health and safety has intensified for firms operating in both domestic and international markets. Integrated Management Systems (IMS) transcend mere compliance, serving as a strategic framework for firms to fortify their environmental sustainability credentials and mitigate reputational risks effectively. By fostering environmentally friendly production practices, enhancing employee skills, reducing accidents, and enhancing institutional image, IMS drives competitiveness through continual enhancements in product quality, workforce capabilities, resource utilization, and waste reduction. This study investigates the transformative potential of IMS in stimulating export growth and domestic sales within Pakistan's industrial sector. Utilizing panel data analysis of 94 textile firms spanning listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange from 2009 to 2022, the findings underscore the significant role of IMS in fostering export growth and improving environmental performance, highlighting its crucial contribution to achieving business success and broader societal and environmental objectives.

Unveiling the Relationship between Voluntary Environmental Standards and Stock Market Performance: Empirical Insights from Textile Manufacturing Firms in Pakistan

The primary objective of this study is to examine the impact of voluntary environmental standards, specifically EMS and eco-labels, on firms' stock market performance. To achieve this aim, fixed-effect regressions were applied using panel data from 96 textile firms listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange between 2009 and 2022. Data were meticulously sourced from the State Bank of Pakistan (2022), annual reports of manufacturing firms, and their official websites. The findings of this study indicate a positive correlation between the adoption of EMS & eco-labels, and stock market performance among manufacturing firms in Pakistan. Similarly, eco-label also helps to promote sustainable business. Similarly, EMS is also important for EPS. It is also observed that firms having eco-label has significant impact on EPS. Eco-label helps to increase sale, profitability and stock market by ensuring the sustainable production, because, customer satisfaction and loyalty increases. By adopting VES, an industry can achieved increase in profit, reduce cost, improve environmental standards and, also, increase consumer confidence. The outcomes of the study signify the importance of managerial commitment to the adoption and implementation of voluntary environmental standards within these firms.

Impact of pro-environmental values on sustainable green apparel buying behavior in Pakistan

The face of earth is disturbed because of never ending pollutants from different sources including textile waste. Some consumers propagate that they are eco-conscious, but their intention does not translate well into their actions. The aim of present study is to identify the impact of pro-environmental values on green-purchase-behavior through the mediating role of green buying intentions and the moderating role of willingness-to-pay. And for this purpose, data were gathered through convenience sampling technique via self-administered questionnaire from 320 students that enrolled in different universities of Pakistan. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) was used for analysing the data through AMOS. Results revealed that consumers are aware of environmental degradation and think of themselves as contributors towards preventing pollution by buying sustainable clothing. They don't consider price as hurdle between thought processes and the final buying decision. Moreover, willingness to pay had insignificant influence on the association among intention and behavior of green purchase. This research offers more insights for marketing managers, textile firms, policy makers, and students of marketing to look deeper into the gap between intent and behaviour towards green apparel buying.

Role of green innovation and sustainable supply chain management in firm internationalization

PurposePurpose of this study is to explore the nature of relationship between internationalization of firms, sustainability of their supply chains, and the extent of their green innovations. Understanding of the relationship between these constructs is important because of the ever increasing sustainability awareness of consumers in the leading economies of the world. This awareness is now compelling importers of goods from cheap-labor countries to ensure that their suppliers comply with sustainability regulations. This compliance becomes very challenging because of the lack of control on second-tier and third-tier suppliers in a supply chain. First-tier suppliers in this case may drive this effort but need to be motivated enough to do so. In case of environmental sustainability, green innovation (GI) may provide a gradual, and thus more affordable and practical, move toward more eco-friendly ways. As far as the motivation to commit to sustainability and GI is concerned, internationalization and export business expansion may act as one of the most effective motivators for these suppliers. However, the nature of relationship between these three constructs, i.e. internationalization of firms, sustainability of their supply chains and the extent of their GI requires a better understanding.Design/methodology/approachThe work uses a novel data set collected from 146 medium and large textile firms operating in Pakistan. The partial least square-structural equation modeling approach is used for data analysis.FindingsAll three constructs of internationalization, GI and sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) are significantly associated and thus complement each other.Originality/valueThis work uses a novel agency theory perspective to analyze the relationship between internationalization, GI and SSCM. In that sense, the findings indicate that internationalization could be one of the incentives that can be used by the principals to deal with agents’ goal conflict and information asymmetry.

Human Resource Safety Reporting in Annual Reports of Textile Companies: A Study from Indonesia

The frequency of Occupational illnesses, injuries, and accidents has increased recently, becoming a significant problem in developing countries. This research examines the Level of Human Resource Safety Reports (HRSR) and the type of reporting based on the GRI 2018 safety guidelines constructed reporting index checklist. The empirical study is analysed based on the evidence from annual reports of textile firms listed in the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) from 2018 to 2022 for five years. The study findings empirically show that adopting GRI human resource safety guidelines contributes to better safety performance for textile firms in Indonesia in the short term and is gradually increasing. Overall, for all the periods reported on average, approximately 3.57 percent of the item keywords reported the HRSR index in the annual reports, and the number of keywords is approximately 14.69 percent of the HRSR index. The nonfinancial keywords reporting for the sample firms reported an average of approximately 4.71 percent, and the total word average was approximately 44.52 percent of the HRSR index. Longitudinal studies are necessary, while industry-specific research can create customized frameworks. The identification of best practices can be achieved by examining the impact of corporate governance and the function of technology in reporting.

Internationalisation of Textile Firms in India: A Comparative Study of 'Traditional' and 'Born Global' Firms

Internationalisation of Textile Firms in India: A Comparative Study of 'Traditional' and 'Born Global' Firms

Economic and Environmental Decomposition of Luenberger-Hicks-Moorsteen Total Factor Productivity Indicator: Empirical Analysis of Chinese Textile Firms With a Focus on Reporting Infeasibilities and Questioning Convexity

We discuss an environmental Luenberger–Hicks–Moorsteen (LHM) total factor productivity (TFP) indicator and its decomposition that incorporates a negative externality into the measurement of economic performance. Special cases of a generalized environmental directional distance function are involved in the definition of this LHM indicator and its proposed decomposition. We also seek to test whether changes in the convexity assumption provoke differences in the TFP measures. We apply two specifications of the by-production nonparametric environmental technology to implement this LHM TFP. This LHM TFP indicator decomposes into three terms representing technical change, technical inefficiency change, and scale inefficiency change. The changes in the environmental TFP for China's textile industry is then estimated for the period from 2001 to 2010. We report infeasibilities and we show the differences of the proposed framework for the decomposition of the LHM indicator depending on the convexity assumption. The results suggest there has been an increase in the TFP of China's textile industry: the amount depends on the convexity or not of the technology. The environmental performance is poorer than the economic one. Moreover, contradictions between convex and nonconvex LHM indicators for individual observations appear for a substantial part of the sample.

Antecedents to Employee Engagement and Moderating Role of Climate for Innovation and Mediating Role of Employee Psychological Wellbeing

Employee engagement is necessary for the growth and sustainability of firms. Many past studies have used different antecedents of employee engagement, including commitment, psychological well-being, and other organizational-related outcomes. However, a few studies have examined the moderating effect of climate for innovation on ESMU and EE. Given its importance, we have developed a conceptual framework that examines the impact of ESMU, EPWB, and EC on EE and the effect of ESMU on EPW. The study also examined the moderating effect of CFI and the mediating effect of EPW. The study has focused on Pakistan’s textile sector. Its employment generation and contribution toward GDP are significantly higher than other industries. Based on the data collected from the targeted textile sector and using smart PLS, we found support for all the hypotheses. The study documents ESMU, EPWB, and EC promote EE. ESMU promotes EPWB. EPWB mediates ESMU and EE. CFI moderates ESMU and EE. The study increased the generalizability of Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory (1977), as our results support all the proposed hypotheses. We recommend firms must focus on creating an innovative environment. Employees suggest new ideas about new business processes and innovation in such an environment. New ideas may not always result in innovative products but may increase employee involvement and engagement. Many leading firms have made a policy in which all the employees have to give new ideas perpetually, producing good results. Textile firms in Pakistan may adopt and implement this policy. Therefore, we recommend firms must focus on creating an innovative environment. Employees suggest new ideas about new business processes and innovation in such an environment.

The Effect of Working Capital Management on The Profitability of the Textile Industry: Evidence from Pakistan Textile Industry

The working capital management has significant importance in business investment because it impact on company’s Profitability and efficiency. The current study has taken the textile sector of Pakistan comprising of three sectors , that is spinning weaving and composite comprising of 155 companies in total . The aim of the paper is to investigate the effect of working capital management on profitability of the textile firms. A sample of 20 businesses is randomly selected for a period of six years to carry out the current study. In the existing study ROA is taken as a measure of profitability of the firm. While the working capital is taken as the measure of the cash conversion cycle. Account receivable collection period, Account payable time period size of the firm sales growth and current ration. Regression analysis is done and to address the issue of multicollinearity VIF test is done. The study's conclusions demonstrate that working capital utilization matters to Pakistani textile enterprises and that effective working capital utilization affects profitability. Studies show that when a company's inventory turnover period increases, its profitability decreases. The prompt transformation of raw materials into final products has a significant impact on the profitability of the company. The analysis did not uncover any proof that profitability and the cash conversion cycle (CCC) were significantly correlated.

<b>The Impact of Human Resource Accounting on Profitability: A Study of Listed Textile Firms on PSX</b>

Organizations spend a considerable amount of money on their employees; however, the accounting treatment and disclosures of this amount still needs to be standardized. This study aims to assess how the number of employees and staff cost affects the financial outcomes of textile enterprises listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange. The purpose is to assist organizations in understanding the impact and worth of their human capital investment in accomplishing long-term goals. The study utilized an ex post facto analysis methodology and obtained data from the financial statements of 73 organizations over a five-year period from 2017 to 2021. Panel regression analysis was performed using E-views software. The Breusch-Pagan test is employed to measure the heteroscedasticity of regression errors, and then the Hausman test is utilized to determine the best approach between a fixed effect and a random effect. The findings revealed that staff cost positively affects financial performance, whereas the number of employees significantly negatively affects financial performance. Therefore, the study recommends investing in employees to boost the firm’s profitability. Also, accounting standards and disclosures should be incorporated into human resource accounting.

Collectivism Culture and Business Performance in Nigeria

The study examined the relationship between culture and organizational performance in Nigeria, focusing on three ethno-geographical locations. The results underscored a notable link between culture and organizational performance, revealing that organizations meeting the expectations of stakeholders – including owners, employees, and customers – tend to thrive within a culture conducive to their operations. Nonetheless, the performance of organizations is notably influenced by several key factors such as organizational context, cultural dynamics, economic and political conditions, availability of equipment, and the reliability of public utilities, notably electricity. The prevailing Nigerian cultural values prioritize collective orientation over individualism, lending support to consultative management approaches. It is worth noting, however, that this study is confined to the manufacturing sector, specifically textile firms, and its findings may not be directly applicable to other organizations outside this scope. Keywords; Collectivism Culture; Business Performance; Cultural Dynamics; Individualism

Fabricating Feelings in the Post-War Workplace: Muriel Spark’s The Ballad of Peckham Rye (1960) and Christine Brooke-Rose’s The Middlemen (1961)

This essay focuses on two satirical works of the early 1960s: Muriel Spark's The Ballad of Peckham Rye (1960) and Christine Brooke-Rose's The Middlemen (1961), both of which are set in and around synthetic textile firms. In these novels, synthetic textiles function in analogic relation to the synthetic emotions that were coming to inform the modern workplace. More specifically, the novels document the emerging importance of inner feeling within professional frameworks and contexts. The main character of Spark’s The Ballad of Peckham Rye is in the process of conducting ‘human research’ within his working-class district while Brooke-Rose stages an encounter between psychology and public relations through documenting the psychotherapeutic experiences of her corporate middlemen. Both writers send up new office and corporate jargon that drew on psychological discourse in an attempt to fuse, as Nikolas Rose notes, the values of ‘democracy, productivity and contentment’ (Governing the Soul: The Shaping of the Private Self, 1999). Together, the novels offer illuminating perspectives on the complex politics of emotional expertise that was beginning to seep into cultures of governance and work in the post-war period.