Since 2009 cryptocurrencies have been adopted by many stakeholders worldwide. At the time, the market capitalization of cryptocurrencies exceeded 2.5 trillion US dollars and is expected to grow even more in the next few years. Despite the cryptocurrency disruption in numerous sectors, there is...

Despite the growing interest in health information systems (HIS), their successful implementation and long-term utility have remained a mirage for health institutions due to the complexity and competing forces that exist within healthcare organizations. The objective of this chapter is to...

Persistent power imbalances, inequitable workplace practices, and cultural stereotypes undermine diversity gains through representation. This challenges the argument that representation of diverse racial and gender identities in organisations improves workplace effectiveness, organisational...

Abstract: Jack Laughlin and co-founder Ben Weiss, inspired by the scale of returns and environmental concerns, developed Binstar with a mission to divert products from landfill while offering consumers a “treasure hunt” experience. The business has attracted a diverse clientele and even...

This chapter considers whether Birmingham, a key centre for manufacturing and trade in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, is still an entrepreneurial city. Exploring collaboration and partnership working locally and internationally, city centre regeneration, and the showcasing of...

Introduced by sociologists Star and Griesemer in 1989, the concept of boundary objects means that these objects hold varying meanings across different social contexts while retaining a universally recognizable structure that allows them to be acknowledged by multiple communities. The 12...

As universities strive towards greater inclusivity, leveraging digital solutions to enhance inclusive practices has become paramount. Digital technologies offer innovative tools to create learning environments where individuals of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs can participate fully...

Nepal is among the countries most vulnerable to climate change due to its fragile topography, climate-sensitive livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of its people. Nepal risks losing 2.2% of annual GDP due to climate change by 2050. This chapter outlines legal, institutional, and...

The undeniable complexity of our world, coupled with the rise of nationalism, individualism, and the pervasive reduction of empathy due to ethical fading, has culminated in a perfect storm of complex problems for our communities, organizations, and industries. The issues plaguing modern...

This chapter explores how educators can integrate community-engaged learning in marketing education to bridge the skills gap between academic institutions and industry expectations for the 21st-century workforce. This can be achieved by establishing a link between experiential learning and...