An integrated framework of online generative capability: interview from digital immigrants

2014 ◽  
Vol 66 (2) ◽  
pp. 219-239 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuxiang Chris Zhao ◽  
Xiaojuan Xu ◽  
Xiaoling Sun ◽  
Qinghua Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Extrinsic Motivation ◽  
Dominant Role ◽  
Information Service ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Digital Immigrants ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Internet Users ◽  
Service Staff

Purpose – In the Web 2.0 era, more and more digital immigrants actively participate in blogging, video sharing, online rating, and micro blogging, etc. However, some may be more skilled in producing and generating online content while others still meet some barriers in doing so. Thus, it is interesting to investigate the online generative capability of digital immigrants in Web 2.0 context. This paper seeks to address this issue. Design/methodology/approach – The authors selected Shanghai as their target province in this study for its large scale of internet users. An in-depth semi-structured interview was used as their research method. They selected several community clubs as the interview settings. In addition, age was adopted as a threshold to define the Chinese digital immigrants for its convenience in sampling. Findings – Chinese digital immigrants are playing an important role in content generating, and have a great potential in the future contribution, and a number of digital immigrants regard the content generating as a pretty easy work while some others felt difficulties, even frustrated and exhausted when generating content. About the content type, digital immigrants prefer to generate that content with low granularity. About the motivation, the intrinsic motivation and the extrinsic motivation with an internalized focus play a dominant role. About the generating mode, digital immigrants prefer to generate content individually or collectively. Originality/value – This paper develops the concept of online generative capability by adapting the notion of generativity from other disciplines to the characteristics of Web 2.0. Then an integrated conceptual framework is built and evaluated. Practically, the paper puts forward some implications for the designers, managers, and information service staff from different perspectives to facilitate the digital immigrant's online generative capability.

Suggestions for large-scale, postdisaster reconstruction involving indigenous populations: a participatory approach to recovery after Typhoon Morakot

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sung Lun Tsai ◽  
Chiho Ochiai ◽  
Min Hui Tseng ◽  
Chuan Zhong Deng
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Community Organization ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Indigenous Populations ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Typhoon Morakot ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Extent Of Damage ◽  
Post Disaster

Purpose The participatory method, a major factor for a successful post-disaster reconstruction (PDR) project, is applied in various stages of the PDR. However, the application of this method for PDR involving indigenous populations is underexplored. Therefore, this paper aims to analyze the critical factors that can influence the participatory PDR in the indigenous context. Design/methodology/approach Two large-scale, indigenous, post-disaster relocation projects after the 2009 Typhoon Morakot were selected as case studies. The qualitative and quantitative methodology (semi-structured interview and questionnaire) were applied in the research. Findings A participation-friendly policy, community organization, the extent of damage, flexibility of nongovernmental organizations, understanding of the participatory concept and mutual trust were found to be essential factors that profoundly influence participation in PDR projects. Originality/value This study contributes by providing guidelines for future participatory PDR projects, especially in the indigenous context.

scholarly journals Implementing population health management: an international comparative study

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 273-294 ◽  
Author(s):  
Betty Steenkamer ◽  
Esther de Weger ◽  
Hanneke Drewes ◽  
Kim Putters ◽  
Hans Van Oers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Population Health ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Health Management ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Community Services ◽  
Scale Transformation ◽  
Healthy City ◽  
Population Health Management ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Initial Program

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to gain insight into how population health management (PHM) strategies can successfully integrate and reorganize public health, health care, social care and community services to improve population health and quality of care while reducing costs growth, this study compared four large-scale transformation programs: Greater Manchester Devolution, Vancouver Healthy City Strategy, Gen-H Cincinnati and Gesundes Kinzigtal.Design/methodology/approachFollowing the realist methodology, this explorative comparative case-study investigated PHM initiatives' key features and participants' experiences of developing such initiatives. A semi-structured interview guideline based on a theoretical framework for PHM guided the interviews with stakeholders (20) from different sectors.FindingsFive initial program theories important to the development of PHM were formulated: (1) create trust in a shared vision and understanding of the PHM rationale to establish stakeholders' commitment to the partnership; (2) create shared ownership for achieving the initiative's goals; (3) create shared financial interest that reduces perceived financial risks to provide financial sustainability; (4) create a learning environment to secure initiative's credibility and (5) create citizens' and professionals' awareness of the required attitudes and behaviours.Originality/valueThe study highlights initial program theories for the implementation of PHM including different strategies and structures underpinning the initiatives. These insights provide a deeper understanding of how large-scale transformation could be developed.

Participant experiences of transformational change in large-scale organization development interventions (LODIs)

2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 419-432 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yabome Gilpin-Jackson
Keyword(s):  
Organization Development ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Organizational Transformation ◽  
Stakeholder Involvement ◽  
Transformational Change ◽  
Support Service ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Business Outcomes ◽  
Development Interventions ◽  
Service Staff

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a qualitative understanding of participants’ experiences in an exemplar large-scale organization development intervention (LODI). The purpose was to understand what contributes to the success of LODIs from participant experiences. Design/methodology/approach The research design was a qualitative study of one-on-one interview findings (n=23) from participants involved in LODIs that spanned over four years in a complex healthcare system. Participants involved in the process represented clinical, operational, and support service staff as well as all levels from frontline to senior leaders. The 23 participants consisted of 13 women and ten men. Findings The qualitative analysis showed that participants reported experiences of transformational change, where contextual conditions as well as personal and organizational transformation processes existed in the LODIs. Contextual conditions were shown to have a multiplier effect on the attainment of transformation in what was considered a successful large-scale change, where desired business outcomes were also achieved. Further, access to shared transformational experience is what created context for the sense of community, responsibility, and accountability that spurred change agents into action. Originality/value Prior theory and research shows that large-scale and similar organization development interventions result in transformational change, deepened relationships, and successful outcomes as a result of organizational change processes such as emergence and generativity. This study provides new insight into why LODIs work from participants’ perspectives. These findings may be used to design successful LODI processes and expands research to include and be informed by participants’ experiences, in a field predicated on stakeholder involvement to begin with.

Key supply chain strategies for the post-COVID-19 era: implications for resilience and sustainability

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanjoy Kumar Paul ◽  
Md. Abdul Moktadir ◽  
Kamrul Ahsan
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Manufacturing Sector ◽  
Dominant Role ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Supply Chain Resilience ◽  
Sustainability Practices ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

PurposeThe impacts of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continue to devastate supply chain operations. To attain a competitive advantage in the post-COVID-19 era, decision-makers should explore key supply chain strategies to move forward and ready their policies to be implemented when the crisis sufficiently subsides. This is a significant and practical decision-making issue for any supply chain; hence, the purpose of this study is to explore and analyse key supply chain strategies to ensure robustness and resilience in the post-COVID-19 era.Design/methodology/approachThis study conducted an expert survey targeting practitioners and academics to explore key supply chain strategies as means of moving forward in the post-COVID-19 era. Further, the key strategies were quantitatively analysed by applying the best-worst method (BWM) to determine their priority importance in the context of the manufacturing sector.FindingsThe results revealed that supply chain resilience and sustainability practices could play a dominant role in this period. The findings of the study can assist supply chain decision-makers in their formulations of key strategies.Originality/valueThis is the first study to investigate key supply chain strategies for the post-COVID-19 era. This study will help practitioners paying attention to resilience and sustainability practices for managing the impacts of future large-scale disruptions.

An exploration of staff and prisoner experiences of a newly commissioned personality disorder service within a category B male establishment

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 216-228
Author(s):  
Jennifer Marie Hadden ◽  
Susan Thomas ◽  
Lorna Jellicoe-Jones ◽  
Zoe Marsh
Keyword(s):  
Personality Disorder ◽  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Enabling Factors ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Service Staff ◽  
New Development ◽  
Staff Experiences ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore staff and prisoner experiences of a newly implemented Personality Disorder Service (PDS) within a category B male establishment. Design/methodology/approach – A semi-structured interview was used to explore the experiences of seven male category B PDS prisoners and eight PDS members of staff (four National Health Service (NHS) clinical staff and four prison service staff) from a multi-disciplinary team (MDT). Interviews were transcribed verbatim and thematic analysis was completed. Findings – Prisoner sample: one overarching theme “environment” organised two themes: “enabling factors” and “disabling factors” which had a subtheme “integrating men who have sexually offended onto the unit”. Another theme “opportunities for self-development” was identified. Staff sample: an overarching theme “environment” organised two themes: “enabling factors” and “disabling factors”. An overarching theme “multi-disciplinary working” organised two themes: “working in partnership” and “cultural differences in working practices”. Two further themes were: “professional development” and “stressors”. Research limitations/implications – This study focused on a small sample of staff and prisoners and their experiences of a newly implemented PDS. In addition, both staff and prisoners volunteered to take part in the study, and therefore may not be a representative sample. Consequently the results cannot be generalised to other establishments or PD services. Practical implications – Staff and prisoner experiences indicate that a multi-disciplinary approach to personality disorder services is desirable and can be effective. Prisoners are gaining experiences of positive therapeutic relationships with staff and hope that their experiences of the PDS will reduce their risk of reoffending. Staff experiences indicate that the integration of two services presents challenges and that they are working to overcome these. It may be advantageous for the impact of cultural differences within a MDT to be explored further. Originality/value – This is the first study that explores the experiences of the MDT and prisoners of the newly implemented PDS. The PDS forms part of the new development under the National Offender personality disorder pathway.

Administrator career paths and decision processes

2012 ◽  
Vol 50 (6) ◽  
pp. 788-816 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth N. Farley‐Ripple ◽  
Jeffrey A. Raffel ◽  
Jennie Christine Welch
Keyword(s):  
Assistant Principals ◽  
Career Paths ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
Career Decisions ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
School Administrator ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Study Approach

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present qualitative evidence on the processes and forces that shape school administrator career paths.Design/methodology/approachAn embedded case study approach is used to understand more than 100 administrator career transitions within the Delaware education system. Semi‐structured interview data were collected from 48 principals and assistant principals. Coding and analysis occurred through an iterative process, revealing patterns in processes and forces influencing the careers of school administrators.FindingsWhile some career decisions are self‐initiated, most are influenced in part or entirely by other actors in the system, described as recruiting/tapping, requesting, reassigning, passing over, and removing. In self‐initiated decisions to move or stay, a number of “pushes” and “pulls” are identified. Findings also suggest the decision to stay‐equilibrium is driven by relationships with students and by district support.Research limitations/implicationsData are limited to Delaware and represent the voices of principals and assistant principals only. Patterns evident in the data suggest a need to further investigate administrator career behavior qualitatively, as well as directions for future research.Practical implicationsThere is a need to better understand and improve local human resource processes in terms of recruitment and assignment of administrators. Additional research is needed to better identify processes and forces related to career decisions in order to improve leadership recruitment and retention.Originality/valueThis research represents the first large‐scale qualitative study of administrator career behavior and is an important companion to recent quantitative analyses in this area.

The Co-Creation-Wheel

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (7) ◽  
pp. 628-646 ◽  
Author(s):  
Corry Ehlen ◽  
Marcel van der Klink ◽  
Jol Stoffers ◽  
Henny Boshuizen
Keyword(s):  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Validation Study ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Content Type ◽  
External Conditions ◽  
Practical Model ◽  
Innovation Practices

Purpose This study aims to design and validate a conceptual and practical model of co-creation. Co-creation, to design collaborative new products, services and processes in contact with users, has become more and more important because organisations increasingly require multidisciplinary collaboration inside and outside the organisation to respond to challenges and create added value. Design/methodology/approach This is a design and validation study, which uses mixed-methods, a reconstructive design and a semi-structured interview with a questionnaire as validation. The designed model is validated by 14 scholars and practitioners across fields. Findings Designed is a conceptual and practical model, the four-dimensional Co-Creation-Wheel, which contains success factors for co-creation: 12 internal team factors plus 4 external conditions and a core. The validation study of this model, scientifically and as a practical instrument, supported the importance of the components of the model and suggested slight improvements. This resulted in a refinement of the first designed Co-Creation-Wheel. Research limitations/implications Although restricted usefulness to large-scale structured innovation practices was expected, the instrument has a broader reach. First applications demonstrate that this Co-Creation-Wheel is multifunctional and international. It inspires, supports reflection of collaboration, stimulates interventions to enhance co-creation practices and human resource development (HRD) activities and is able to measure the quality of co-creation elements. Further research on its effects in co-creation practices is necessary, especially on the role of HRD in co-creation.. Originality/value This study is the first to design and validate a multifaceted, holistic conceptual and practical model of co-creation that is easy to use for innovators in practice and is multifunctional.

The networked cultural diffusion of Korean wave

2015 ◽  
Vol 39 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weiai Wayne Xu ◽  
Ji Young Park ◽  
Han Woo Park
Keyword(s):  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Diffusion Of Innovations ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Dominant Role ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Korean Music ◽  
Video Sharing ◽  
Network Analyses ◽  
Korean Wave ◽  
Evaluation Stage

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the diffusion of a popular Korean music video on the video-sharing web site YouTube. It applies a webometric approach in the diffusion of innovations framework to study three elements of diffusion in a Web 2.0 environment: users, user-to-user relationship and user-generated comment. Design/methodology/approach – The webometric approach combines profile analyses, social network analyses, semantic and sentiment analyses. Findings – The results show that male users in the US played a dominant role in the early-stage diffusion. The dominant users represented the innovators and early adopters in the evaluation stage of the diffusion, and they engaged in continuous discussions about the cultural origin of the video and expressed criticisms. Overall, the discussion between users varied according to their gender, age, and cultural background. Specifically, male users were more interactive than female users, and users in countries culturally similar to Korea were more likely to express favourable attitudes toward the video. Originality/value – The study provides a webometric approach to examine the Web 2.0-based social system in the early-stage global diffusion of cultural offerings. This approach connects the diffusion of innovations framework to the new context of Web 2.0-based diffusion.

Exploring native advertising in Turkey: insights from digital immigrants and digital natives

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 381-406
Author(s):  
Sema Misci Kip ◽  
Pınar Umul Ünsal
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Digital Natives ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Digital Immigrants ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Perceptions And Attitudes ◽  
Education Levels

Purpose This study aims to achieve broad insights into perceptions and attitudes of Turkish digital immigrants (DI) and digital natives (DN) toward native advertising (NA) format. Design/methodology/approach Based on extant review of literature, semi-structured interview questions helped to solicit subjective interpretations, perceptions and attitudes of Turkish consumers toward NA format. In-depth interviews with 36 participants were conducted. Findings The study gains new knowledge on issues related to NA format, such as self-determination of viewing, privacy and accuracy of information. Findings provide whys and wherefores for these undiscovered issues, as well as for preexisting themes such as format recall and recognition, disclosure, communication/marketing aims, attitudes toward NA format, brand and publisher, NA placement and “nativity” of the format. In terms of perceptions and attitudes of DIs and DNs, both similarities and differences exist. DNs consider viewing NA content under their own initiative, so their perceptions and attitudes toward NA are shaped accordingly. Research limitations/implications The interviews were carried out in a single setting; with a convenience sample of consumers living in Izmir, Turkey. Certain age and education levels were considered desirable as main criteria for selection. Practical implications The study identifies consumer concerns on the NA format and content; and provides suggestions for advertisers, publishers and ad professionals on disclosure, relevancy and frequency of exposure, which can be applied in practice. Implications for public policy are also discussed. Originality/value This is the first known study to explore perceptions and attitudes of DIs and DNs toward NA format in the Turkish context. This study uncovers and discusses insights into underlying reasons of DI/DNs’ perceptions and attitudes. The study extends prior findings of quantitative research on NA, offering fruitful insights for future research.

Institutional complexity and the strategic behaviors of SMEs in transitional environments

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 514-532 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuan Ding ◽  
Véronique Malleret ◽  
S. Ramakrishna Velamuri
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Dominant Role ◽  
Yangtze River Delta ◽  
Strategic Decisions ◽  
Institutional Complexity ◽  
Firm Level ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Unrelated Diversification ◽  
Strategic Behaviors ◽  
Institutional Transitions

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to contribute to the literature on institutional complexity by highlighting patterns of strategic behaviors of SMEs in institutional environments undergoing large scale transitions. Design/methodology/approach The paper uses five in-depth case studies of medium-sized enterprises in the Yangtze River Delta region to study their behaviors over the 2000-2012 period during which the institutional landscape in China underwent major changes. Findings The authors find that when institutional complexity is high, i.e., when neither the planned economy nor the market economy logic dominates, the role of organizational filters is more pronounced. In this situation, firm-level characteristics – its revenues and profitability, its competitive position and future prospects – play a dominant role in determining the nature of the strategic decisions and actions the firm undertakes. Research limitations/implications The findings provide a nuanced perspective on strategic behaviors under institutional complexity. The qualitative research design offers rich insights but limited generalizability. Practical implications The findings offer practical insights to SME leaders in terms of exercising caution in undertaking unrelated diversification during periods of transition from planned to market economies. Originality/value The authors apply the concepts of institutional complexity and organizational filters in a context of large scale institutional transitions to study the strategic behaviors of SMEs over a 12 year period.

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