Um die deutschen Klimaziele zu erreichen, müssen CO2-Emissionen drastisch sinken - auch in der Industrie. Gleichzeitig soll Produktion in Deutschland gehalten werden. Die deutschen industriellen CO2-Emissionen sind zwischen 2003 und 2017 gestiegen. Woran liegt das? Funktioniert die deutsche...

In recent years, the focus on state-owned enterprises (SOE) has returned. SOEs are an important part of the post-socialist countries that comprise Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). However, there are still no consistent findings on SOEs’ performance and dividend payouts, although the popular...

Many companies struggle with strategy implementation due to the complex nature of execution. Some strategy execution systems depend on numerous indicators, making it challenging for managers to oversee effectively. Additionally, during times of financial difficulty, companies require a...

Systematic reviews have investigated and assessed the impact of technology on firm's performance, yet sustainable technology adoption (STA) in SMEs remains a largely neglected topic of research. There is consequently, justification to enhance our understanding about factors that affect STA and...

Employee innovation capability is a vital driver of business development and competitive advantage in today's dynamic markets. This study examines the role of corporate culture-specifically corporate vision, core values, customer orientation, and leadership-in shaping employees' innovation...

In a highly competitive and challenging business environment, knowledge has been recognized as the lifeblood of any organization. It is crucial for organization's survival in today's competitive environment. Therefore, knowledge management is equally important as managing other resources and...

The adoption of Artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the workplace is becoming more common, with several research highlighting both its positive and adverse influence on employee productivity (EP) and organizational performance (OP). Furthermore, there is a scarcity of research focused on...

This study aims to investigate the impact of business intelligence readiness (BIR), innovative supply chain process integration (ISCPI), and agile innovative products (AIPs) on the sustainability of green supply chain performance (SGSCP) in manufacturing companies (MFs) in growing Middle Eastern...

This study examines the association between export promotion programs (EPPs) and export knowledge, commitment, and management perception, examining their relationship with export strategy, competitiveness, and performance, especially for firms in international markets. Using data collected from...

In many Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) studies, the focus tends to be on assessing issues related to access to finance as a primary challenge to their development. Nevertheless, studies on non-financial services i.e., Business Development Services (BDSs) that might help to tackle...

This paper shows that even moderate air pollution levels, such as those in Europe, harm the economy by reducing firm performance. Using monthly firm-level data from France, we estimate the causal impact of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) on sales and worker absenteeism. Leveraging exogenous...

This paper reports a study of how the Indian IT industry navigated the COVID-19 pandemic. Agility emerged as the crucial determining factor aiding the industry's successful survival. IT organisations' agility, facilitated by the state's response to the pandemic and by both their anticipation of...

This paper estimates the effect of electricity prices on firm performance, focusing on firm productivity, sales, and employment. Using the World Bank Business Pulse Survey data for a sample of 24 emerging markets and developing economies during 2019-23, the paper estimates the average effect and...

Well-functioning capital markets can foster economic growth and allocate resources efficiently. Firms can tap into a broader funding base by issuing debt and equity in capital markets, often at cheaper rates and longer tenors than through other sources of external finance, such as banks....

Purpose This study empirically assesses the effects of two key types of organizational and managerial capabilities-dynamic capabilities, and coordination and cohesion capabilities-on environmental performance, considering the moderating effect of family ownership. By applying the tenets of the...

Purpose The aim of this article is to highlight the major part played by executives in the escalation of corporate social irresponsibility (CSI). Based on the upper echelons theory, the authors developed a model which shows the essential role of CEOs in explaining CSI. The authors proposed that...

Purpose This study examines whether CEO power influences the book-based and market-based performance of Russian companies when it is restricted by the presence of essential shareholders, namely, state and influential businessmen. Design/methodology/approach Managerial power is divided into...

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...

Purpose - This study aims to explore the correlation between Management Control Systems, Green Innovation, Social Media Networks, and Company Performance in medium-sized construction and real estate firm in Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach - This research method uses quantitative approach....