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Development and the environment: an introduction

Perman, Roger; Anand, P.B. - In: Journal of Economic Studies 27 (2000) 1/2, pp. 7-18

This paper has two objectives. First, it investigates some conceptual linkages between the sub‐disciplines of development economics and environmental economics. We find common methodological orientations, and shared interests in growth processes, resources and sustainability, international...

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On self-neglect and safeguarding adult reviews: diminishing returns or adding value?

Preston-Shoot, Michael - In: The Journal of Adult Protection 19 (2017) 2, pp. 53-66

-neglect. This level of analysis enables an understanding of local geography. However, there are other wider systems that impact on … question “why” is a significant challenge for SARs. Different approaches have been recommended, some rooted in systems theory …

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Role of cloud computing in global accounting information systems

Moudud-Ul-Huq, Syed; Asaduzzaman, Md.; Biswas, Tanmay - In: The Bottom Line 33 (2020) 3, pp. 231-250

Purpose The purpose of this study is to underpin the impact of cloud computing in global accounting information systems … to show the importance of cloud computing in accounting and information systems. …

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An integrated view of foresight: integrated foresight management model

Alsan, Alper; Atilla Oner, M. - In: Foresight 5 (2003) 2, pp. 33-45

The use of foresight as a tool in policy and strategic decision making increased especially in the last decade of the twentieth century in order to enhance competitiveness and innovation of nations, regions, corporations and even individuals. Coupled with this development a lot of different...

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Technology Adoption and the Investment Climate : Firm-Level Evidence for Eastern Europe and Central Asia

Correa, Paulo G.; Fernandes, Ana M.; Uregian, Chris J. - In: The World Bank Economic Review 24 (2010) 1, pp. 121-147

Survey data for 7,000 firms in 28 countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia are used to examine the correlates of technology adoption proxied by ISO certification and web use. Complementary inputs such as skilled labor, managerial capacity, research and development, finance, and good...

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Knowledge management – time to focus on purpose and motivation

McGurk, John; Baron, Angela - In: Strategic HR Review 11 (2012) 6, pp. 316-321

Purpose – Knowledge management (KM) is a key driver of organisational growth and development. It is a major conduit for the development of varying organisational capitals, and pivotal to learning, innovation and employee engagement. It is the authors' belief that KM has over‐focused on...

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The vulnerability of Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs to penetration by criminal actors

Fisher, Jonathan - In: Journal of Money Laundering Control 15 (2012) 2, pp. 153-161

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to consider whether HM Revenue & Customs systems are vulnerable to penetration … and on the internet. Findings – The paper finds that HM Revenue & Customs systems are vulnerable to penetration by … the author's knowledge, of a holistic approach to the issue of HM Revenue & Customs systems' vulnerablity to penetration …

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Member preference heterogeneity and system-lifeworld dichotomy in cooperatives : An exploratory case study

Iliopoulos, Constantine; Valentinov, Vladislav - In: Journal of Organizational Change Management 30 (2017) 7, pp. 1063-1080

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to shed new light on the issue of preference heterogeneity in cooperatives. Design/methodology/approach Drawing on the ideas of Habermas and Luhmann, this paper interprets preference heterogeneity of cooperative members in terms of the precarious relationship...

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Complexity and ethical crisis management : A systemic analysis of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster

Guntzburger, Yoann; C. Pauchant, Thierry - In: Journal of Organizational Effectiveness: People and … 1 (2014) 4, pp. 378-401

development of a more preventive and ethical approach in crisis management, including changes in human resource management and …

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Function approximation of total system cost for a continuous manufacturing system : A case study

Nagaraj, P.; Selladurai, V. - In: International Journal of Operations & Production Management 23 (2003) 4, pp. 430-439

This paper presents a case study conducted in a sugar mill. The multi‐level lot‐sizing model suggested by Gunasekaran where the whole manufacturing system modelled as a function of total system cost (TSC) is used for this application. This study deals with minimising the TSC of a...

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