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International Journal of Technology Management & Sustainable Development - Volume 17, Issue 1, 2018
Volume 17, Issue 1, 2018
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The trilemma of Malaysian higher education
More LessAbstractHigher education in Malaysia has an important political and social dimension. The importance of maintaining national stability and authority and addressing the problems of horizontal inequality are ultimately unavoidable influences on Malaysian educational institutions. These issues act to temper the promises and impact of liberalization and globalization in higher education. The discourse of higher education in Malaysia and the way in which we formulate arguments about higher educational institutions, globalization, the state and democratic needs must be understood in historical and political contexts. The establishment of a post-independence national education system was informed both by Malaysia’s colonial inheritance and a desire to transcend its limitations. Malaysian public policy especially since the inculcation of the New Economic Policy has also had a strong focus on addressing inequality between ethnic groups in Malaysia and the legacy of horizontal inequality rooted in the unjust legacy of Malaysia’s colonial past. To understand Malaysian higher education, one needs an historical understanding of its colonial past and a sense of the local conditions that inform the difficult political choices that policy makers have. The limits of globalization and liberalization in higher education can be understood in reference to these historical, social and political issues.
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Switching the behaviour of consumers to circular products and services with particular reference to the appeal of green batteries: An econometric analysis of evidence from Thailand
More LessAbstractUsed and discarded primary batteries are a major source of toxic pollution. The substitution of green primary batteries for conventional non-green batteries is however contingent on consumers’ willingness to pay premium prices for green primary batteries. The aim of this article is to explore evidence as to whether the environmental concern of individuals can prompt them to pay premium prices for green primary batteries. An econometric model is used to investigate the determinants of consumers’ purchasing behaviour and their willingness to pay premium prices for green batteries. Data for the study were obtained through a survey of Thai consumers in July 2016, which elicited 213 responses. An Analysis of the survey data shows significant evidence of environmental concern among Thai consumers as a factor that bears on the willingness to pay premium prices for green battery products and services. Gender, age and product lifespan are also shown to influence preference for green battery products and services. Further findings include that Thai consumers would pay a premium of 29 per cent over the price of non-green conventional battery price to enhance their concern for the environment, but that they would make no distinction between eco-labelled green primary batteries the production and use of which corresponds the ‘cradle-to-grave’ business model; and green battery product services, which relate to the ‘closed loop’, circular economy business model.
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Exploring factors influencing technology transfer capability: Constructing a model through grounded theory
More LessAbstractThe purpose of this qualitative research is to explore a conceptualization of factors that influence technology transfer capability. It identifies what and how factors perceived by expert participants impact technology transfer. Data from in-depth semi-structured interviews with twenty participants, who are experts in the field of technology management from top food enterprises, were analysed using grounded theory methodology to categorize concepts and conceptualize a provisional model. NVivo software application was used for qualitative data analysis. The study results identify organizational, departmental and environmental factors that impact technology transfer capability. Seven main themes emerged relating to: (1) new technology identification, acquisition and implementation ability; (2) research and development (R&D) ability; and (3) external environment. The data also clearly illustrate how these factors work in the food industry context and provide a foundation for developing a theoretical framework. The article provides implications for the development of a more complete model of determinants of technology transfer capability for firm owners, policy-makers and technology managers to develop more sustainable strategies to boost firms’ technology transfer and enhance competitive advantage. This article fulfills an identified need to study technology transfer capability and fills a literature gap in technology management by a qualitative study of industry experts.
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Implementation of cleaner production along with quality management tools
AbstractIndustries use management models and tools to meet environmental standards, while maintaining economic growth at a sustainable level. There is a growing body of knowledge about the implementation of cleaner production methods; however, questions as to which tools to use in the collection and analysis of data about the production process, or how to prioritize actions for improvement of the production process, have not yet been adequately addressed. This article evaluates models in order to obtain a method that integrates the concept of cleaner production integrated method (CPIM) with quality management tools and techniques. Cleaner production methods alone are very vague and the application of its stages is far from clear. So the use of quality management tools would give the much required support for the implementation of cleaner production programmes. To evaluate this model, a case study is presented in an industry in the food sector. This research has enabled the analysis of the applicability of the method and its impact in reducing waste generation and consumption of natural resources. As a result, a 19 per cent reduction was obtained in total waste generation and 35 per cent reduction in waste generation in the main sector where the method was applied.
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E-procurement espousal and assessment framework: A case-based study of Indian automobile companies
Authors: Mukul Jain, Naseem Abidi and Asit BandyopadhayayAbstractThe Indian automobile industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Considering the importance of e-procurement in automobile industry, many researchers have developed various models that help organizations to adopt e-procurement successfully. The implementation of e-procurement is divided into three phases: pre-espousal, espousal and assessment. These three phases are very crucial and important for the success of any e-procurement system. Different frameworks have been suggested for the espousal and assessment of e-procurement. In this article the authors develop a composite framework that integrates all the three phases of e-procurement system in the Indian automobile industry with the help of an integrative literature review, three case studies and an experience survey. However, this is purely a conceptual framework that requires validation before implementation.
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Volumes & issues
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Volume 22 (2023 - 2024)
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Volume 21 (2022)
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Volume 20 (2021)
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Volume 19 (2020)
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Volume 18 (2019)
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Volume 17 (2018)
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Volume 16 (2017)
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Volume 15 (2016)
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Volume 14 (2015)
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Volume 13 (2014)
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Volume 12 (2013)
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Volume 11 (2012)
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Volume 10 (2011 - 2012)
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Volume 9 (2010 - 2011)
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Volume 8 (2009)
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Volume 7 (2008)
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Volume 6 (2007)
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Volume 5 (2005 - 2006)
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Volume 4 (2005)
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Volume 3 (2004)
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Volume 2 (2003 - 2004)
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Volume 1 (2002)