Purpose: Despite indications of scholarly interest, there are still gaps in the research of the concept of felt accountability, especially the felt accountability of board members. This paper aims to clarify the sources of accountability experienced by board members. Especially those in a...

Purpose: Big Data Analytics Capabilities (BDAC) facilitate the generation of critical insights required for competitive performance. This study evaluates the relationship between Big Data Analytics Capabilities and competitive performance and argues the effect is mediated by Business Model...

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate how knowledge flow and productivity affect the absorptive capacity of target firms in emerging markets. Design/methodology/approach: We used self-administered questionnaires to measure absorptive capacity, knowledge flow and productivity...

Purpose: In heavy industries like mining, where safety is paramount, organisations need a well-functioning system of accountability. Yet to whom employees perceive they are accountable differs at varying hierarchical levels. This article reports on the findings from a study that investigated...

Purpose: Recent years have seen an upsurge in virtual working arrangements. However, many managers find it difficult to manage and motivate employees in the absence of face-to-face contact. Traditional, structured performance management approaches therefore need to give way to more holistic and...