This study investigates how digital transformation influences the performance and competitiveness of container ports in Southeast Asia. A Digital Transformation Index was developed to measure the digital maturity of ten major ports across four dimensions: smart infrastructure, integration,...

This study investigates the impact of market structure on the performance of banks in Pakistan. It explicitly tests two competing hypotheses: the Structure-Conduct-Performance paradigm and the Efficient Structure Hypothesis, providing insights into whether profitability stems from market...

In this paper, we study the multidimensional claims problem and introduce the eating algorithm to this problem. It is shown that a solution is efficient if and only if it is the outcome of the eating algorithm with a profile of specific eating functions. Moreover, we adapt three classical...

This paper investigates the efficiency effects of governing vertical relationships by analyzing the incentives of firms to engage in exclusive contracts. In particular, the analysis focuses on the subcontracting context. When a downstream firm possesses a superior bargaining position, upstream...

The COVID-19 pandemic triggered unprecedented economic disruptions, raising critical questions about the resilience and adaptability of macroeconomic productivity across countries. This study examines the impact of COVID-19 on macroeconomic efficiency and productivity dynamics in 37 OECD...

In this study we seek to understand the relationship between a trucker's level of human capital, their ease of use of new technology innovations and how this translates into overall port efficiency at the Port of Tema.To perform this inquiry, we develop a five-construct framework with trucker's...

This study evaluates the operational efficiency of accredited private healthcare facilities in Italy, a sector increasingly complementing the public National Health Service. Unlike previous studies that aggregate public and private providers, this research focuses exclusively on private...

Background: Gold mining is a critical part of the industry of Central Asia, contributing significantly to regional economic growth. However, gold production management faces numerous challenges, including adopting innovative technologies such as AI, using improved logistical equipment, resolving...

Developing low-carbon and efficient power systems is critical for energy security in the global warming context. We address this issue by focusing on the productivity impact of a decarbonization policy in China's thermal power sector-namely, the "Constructing Large Units and Restricting Small...

This paper estimates growth-maximizing levels of public capital and investment across countries using a structural framework that accounts for three critical features: public investment efficiency, human capital levels, and congestion effects. A harmonized panel data set covering 166 countries...

Motivated by the recent increase in bank mergers, this paper examines the performance of German cooperative banks that merged between 2014 and 2019. We are particularly interested in whether elevated merger rates are due to bank inefficiencies or to challenging policy measures such as...

Achieving universal and equitable access to water and sanitation remains a critical challenge in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). This paper assesses the efficiency of public spending in providing water and sanitation services across Colombian municipalities. Efficiency levels are...

The objective of this study is to conduct an analysis of the efficiency and productivity of a thermal power generation plant in the Indian public sector. This analysis has been carried out using the non-parametric Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) methodology, focusing on the period from 2014-15...

Purpose - It is widely acknowledged that the ability of a firm to develop and exploit their innovative capabilities is a critical determinant that maintains their competitive advantage. The purpose is to evaluate the research and development (R&D) inputs and outcomes on the performance of firms...

This study investigates how a KPI-based incentive system can enhance behavior alignment and operational performance in complex port environments, addressing the growing need for data-driven governance in public logistics operations. The research analyzes a two-year dataset from 145 navigation...