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0000-0002-6028-0142
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University of South Australia
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Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2023
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2020
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 08-2016
DOI: 10.1057/KMRP.2014.39
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 04-05-2017
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 08-2016
DOI: 10.1057/KMRP.2014.39
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 07-04-2015
Abstract: – This study aims to explore deterrents to knowledge-sharing in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Effective knowledge-sharing is fundamental to stimulation of the process of knowledge absorption. The limited proximal communication between the employees in the pharmaceutical industry stifles their knowledge-sharing behaviour significantly. – A cross-sectional case study, consisting of semi-structured interviews with managers and scientists, was conducted in a multinational pharmaceutical company in Australia. Respondents were asked to answer questions regarding their current knowledge-sharing practices and to identify organisational deterrents to knowledge-sharing. The data were condensed into themes according to the thematic analysis method. – The pharmaceutical industry is extensively regulated and its excessive competitiveness is cultivating organisational reticence towards the development of a knowledge-sharing culture. Nine categories of deterrents to intra- (within) and inter-organisational (between organisations) knowledge-sharing have been identified. These categories include high cost of sharing knowledge, information technology limitations, knowledge-hiding, lack of socialisation, lack of trust culture, non-educational mindset, organisational politics, poor leadership and time pressure. – The population of this study consists of managers and practitioners working for a pharmaceutical company. Hence, the generalisability of the findings to other health-care settings is unknown. – The findings have implications for leaders and managers who should be aware of these professional ersities, instigators as well as the ripple effects of limited knowledge-sharing to guide the organisation towards developing an optimal knowledge-sharing culture. – A focussed investigation of knowledge-sharing behaviour within the pharmaceutical industry in Australia, considering the pressure applied to this industry over the past decade. This case study specifically focusses on the ersity of deterrents to knowledge-sharing in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 03-08-2010
DOI: 10.1108/17471111011064799
Abstract: This paper aims to report on the key CSR strategies, activities and attitudes of small business owners in a South Australian regional area with regard to the key stakeholders, towards developing socially and environmentally responsible small businesses. The investigation was conducted collaboratively between the University of South Australia's Centre for Regional Engagement (CRE) and the Whyalla Economic Development Board (WEDB), using an interview‐driven, qualitative design. It was found that the small business owners in Whyalla were supportive of their stakeholders, especially the local community, because it was the right thing to do and was generally beneficial to their business. It is acknowledged that this type of research design limits the degree to which the results can be generalised, as the s le was limited and questions on environmental issues can be misunderstood and misinterpreted. The results enable the University to assist the University and the WEDB to play an active role in developing the social and environmental awareness of businesses towards sustainable, socially and environmentally responsible regional small businesses. CSR is viewed through the lens of stakeholder theory, where stakeholders are all the people and entities that contribute to the businesses’ wealth‐creating activities. The paper is based on an original study within small firms and their social and environmental responsibility relating to their stakeholders. Previous research on the CSR activities of small businesses within regional or rural environments is limited, especially in regional areas of a developed economy.
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 24-06-2019
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2021
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2022
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2019
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 03-08-2010
DOI: 10.1108/17471111011064799
Abstract: This paper aims to report on the key CSR strategies, activities and attitudes of small business owners in a South Australian regional area with regard to the key stakeholders, towards developing socially and environmentally responsible small businesses. The investigation was conducted collaboratively between the University of South Australia's Centre for Regional Engagement (CRE) and the Whyalla Economic Development Board (WEDB), using an interview‐driven, qualitative design. It was found that the small business owners in Whyalla were supportive of their stakeholders, especially the local community, because it was the right thing to do and was generally beneficial to their business. It is acknowledged that this type of research design limits the degree to which the results can be generalised, as the s le was limited and questions on environmental issues can be misunderstood and misinterpreted. The results enable the University to assist the University and the WEDB to play an active role in developing the social and environmental awareness of businesses towards sustainable, socially and environmentally responsible regional small businesses. CSR is viewed through the lens of stakeholder theory, where stakeholders are all the people and entities that contribute to the businesses’ wealth‐creating activities. The paper is based on an original study within small firms and their social and environmental responsibility relating to their stakeholders. Previous research on the CSR activities of small businesses within regional or rural environments is limited, especially in regional areas of a developed economy.
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2023
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2020
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 11-05-2021
DOI: 10.1177/01655515211014475
Abstract: Although higher education institutions (HEIs) are expected to be the leaders in knowledge generation and dissemination, it is often not clear whether they are knowledge-aware, that is, have a knowledge focus. In this article, the communication with stakeholders through HEI websites is examined to determine to what extent these institutions communicate about their knowledge initiatives and projects. This is done through an investigative study involving all HEIs and their faculties in Slovakia. Using content analysis, the study examines whether the publicly available resources on HEIs’ websites contain knowledge-related keywords, indicating the existence of a knowledge-focus. The results reveal that the websites of some HEIs contain hundreds of these resources, whereas others have none. Statistical evidence confirms that the intensity of communication about knowledge terms increases with the age and size of the HEI and is also dependent on the type of HEI (public, private state, foreign). Other dependencies between the examined factors have also been revealed, for ex le, HEIs that rank higher in Webometrics indicators are more intensive in their knowledge communications.
Publisher: Informing Science Institute
Date: 2012
DOI: 10.28945/1721
Publisher: CAIRN
Date: 09-2011
DOI: 10.3917/VSE.188.0057
Publisher: IATED
Date: 03-2021
Publisher: Scientific Research Publishing, Inc.
Date: 2015
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 28-12-2020
Publisher: IEEE
Date: 07-2013
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2011
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland
Date: 2023
Publisher: Routledge
Date: 25-04-2021
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2021
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2021
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Date: 2021
Publisher: Academic Publishing House Researcher
Date: 15-03-2020
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 06-2005
DOI: 10.1108/01437730510600670
Abstract: It is generally accepted that new information technologies are an integral part of most forms of business initiatives. Evidence suggests that many of these innovations are ineffective and under‐utilised. The information systems/information technology (IS/IT) industry often does not seem to be capable of delivering what business clients expect. Owing to this “expectation gap” and various behavioural issues, business experts have a negative perception of the IS/IT function. It is proposed that a new way of alignment between IT and business is necessary The research aims to address two problems, namely, what factors are influencing business‐IT interface within organisations, and how the IT executive could contribute towards fusion fulfilling an organisational development (OD) role. A triangular and qualitative research approach was followed, including a literature study, questionnaire and interview. Results indicated a number of reasons leading to IT/business failure and also indicate how fusion can be created by fulfilling an OD role. Only companies in the Gauteng region, which is considered to be the economic heart of South Africa, have been included in the study. The small s le size might hinder the generalisation of the results and could be further extended. The research indicates how a healthy business‐IT interface can be achieved through the fusion of the IT function and the rest of the business by integrating OD initiatives.
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 26-09-2023
DOI: 10.1002/KPM.1765
Publisher: CAIRN
Date: 09-2011
DOI: 10.3917/VSE.188.0057
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2020
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 24-10-2018
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Date: 03-12-2020
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Date: 2015
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Date: 2017
Publisher: Hindawi Limited
Date: 15-09-2017
DOI: 10.1111/JONM.12534
Abstract: To explore the interplay between the work of nurse managers and the support they receive and provide. Support is the cornerstone of management practices and is pivotal in employees feeling committed to an organisation. Support for nurse managers is integral to effective health sector management its characteristics merit more attention. The experiences of 15 nurse managers in rural health institutions in South Australia were explored using structured interviews, observation and document review. Effective decision making requires adequate support, which influences the perceptions and performance of nurse managers, creating an environment in which they feel appreciated and valued. An ideal support system is proposed, the "sandwich support model," to promote effective functioning and desirable patient outcomes via support "from above" and "from below." The need to support nurse managers effectively is crucial to how they function. The sandwich support model can improve management practices, more effectively assisting nurse managers. Organisations should revisit and strengthen support processes for nurse managers to maximize efficiencies. This paper contributes to understanding the importance of supporting nurse managers, identifying the processes used and the type of support offered. It highlights challenges and issues affecting support practices within the health sector.
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland
Date: 2023
Publisher: Scientific Research Publishing, Inc.
Date: 2015
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 09-06-2015
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2020
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Date: 2015
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 20-10-2020
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 06-2012
DOI: 10.1057/KMRP.2011.43
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