CSRC Publishing: Open Journal Systems (Center for Sustainability Research and Consultancy)
Not a member yet
1354 research outputs found
Sort by
A Conceptual Framework of the Organizational Antecedents to Knowledge Sharing- With Empirical Evidence and Managerial Implications
No full textPurpose: Knowledge sharing has gained the attention and focus of academicians, researchers and scholars from all around the world for almost two decades; since its role and contribution toward organizational success is globally recognized. However, despite its growing significance and recognition, business managers and practitioners fail to earn the benefits of the same due to not being properly aware of the organizational factors that can contribute toward the creation and implementation of efficient knowledge management systems and sharing of knowledge within organizations.
Design/Methodology/Approach: This research is based on the PhD research dissertation of the author and it was conducted through qualitative content analysis of research articles on the subject matter.
Findings: In this paper, in the light of the existing literature and available empirical evidence, a conceptual framework of the organizational antecedents (determinants) of knowledge sharing is presented. Based on the findings of this research, organizational culture, organizational absorptive capacity, technology, interpersonal trust and relationships, team orientation, organizational support, decentralized organizational structure, employee empowerment and transformational leadership are the most important organizational antecedents to knowledge sharing.
Implications/Originality/Value: This paper presents some valuable implications and recommendations for the managers and practitioners concerning the implementation of efficient and effective knowledge management systems and the facilitation of knowledge sharing within organizations.  
Impact of Individual and Innovative Differences on Customer Value Co Creation with Self Service Banks in Pakistan: The Mediating Effect of Trust
No full textPurpose: The major aim of the study is to examine the banks’ differences and innovative features of digital banking services in terms of customer trust and belief with benevolence, integrity, and competence dimensions that will impact on customer value and co-creation behavior.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The conceptual framework is based on different theories like the reasoned action theory, the planned behavior theory, the diffusion of innovation theory, the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology, performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, and facilitating conditions. In this study, quantitative methods were used and questionnaires were filled for data collection. By using structural equation modeling hypotheses are tested and Confirmatory factor analysis is used to assess the model fitness and the dependability and efficacy of the data.
Findings: There are three take aways from the results. First, individual differences lead to the trust of customers in customer value co-creation. Second, innovative features impact the trust of the customer in the usage of self-service banking. Third, banks’ differences and innovative features of digital banking services in terms of customer trust and belief impact Customer value and co-creation behavior.
Implications/Originality/Value: This study appraised the individual and innovative differences on customer value co-creation with self-service banks in Pakistan: the mediating effect of trust that has never been examined in the existing literature
Role of Electronic Word of Mouth in Generating a Prestigious Perception of the Brands
No full textPurpose: Brand prestige can be quantified from a consumer’s perspective, but it has not yet been examined. Keeping in view that EWOM can alter behaviors and perceptions, the overall aim of this study is to assess its role in creating a prestigious brand perception and the extent to which it influences purchase decions.
Design/Methodology/Approach: 300 survey responses were analyzed through mediation model template 6 of Hayes’s PROCESS macro to deduce EWOM’s contribution towards elevating the status and performance of masstige products.
Findings: The mediating effect of brand prestige is higher than that of consumer engagement on purchase intention, which signifies that if the brands are able to generate enough word of mouth, consumers would equate the popularity with prestige and are likely to be praised by their social cohort. Higher effect of prestigious brand perception on consumer engagement implies that the brands have to create engaging content for their consumers rather than relying solely on their prestigious perception to boost sales.
Implications/Originality/Value: This study is vital for an emerging economy such as Pakistan, where people may have money constraints but abundance of products due to the acceptance of e-commerce. Managers may want to consider incentivizing the consumers’ feedback, and focus on creating high quality interactive social media content to increase visibility and also improve engagement
Effect of Water Tariff on Sustainable Water Supply in Kakamega County
No full textPurpose: In Kakamega County, 43 per cent of the water produced is unaccounted for due to illegal connections and water wastage. Specifically, the study determined the effect of water tariff on sustainable water supply in Kakamega county.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The study used mixed research design comprising of correlation research design, longitudinal and descriptive research designs. Secondary data was applied for this study. The researcher analyzed data between 2013-2022. The study targeted 34,206 water connections in Kakamega County. Secondary data was used for this study which was collected from Kakamega County Water and Sanitation Company, Water Services Regulatory Board, World Bank and Kenya National Bureau of Statistics. The study computed both descriptive thus mean and standard deviation and inferential statistics basically simple linear regression analysis, multiple regression analysis and hierarchical regression analysis.
Findings: The study found that water tariffs had a significant positive effect on sustainable water supply (p<0.05). The study concluded that an increase in water tariff resulted to significant increase in sustainable water supply in Kakamega County.
Implications/Originality/Value: The study recommends that water companies should improve the tariff base for sustainabilit
Tax Practitioners View on Tax Compliance Regarding Crypto Assets
No full textPurpose: This study aimed to examine the challenges and views of tax practitioners in South Africa regarding tax compliance in relation to crypto assets. This includes the application of the current tax legislation as well as the tax practitioner’s skills in applying the crypto assets rules.
Design/Methodology/Approach: A qualitative approach was applied to the research methodology to understand the perspectives of tax practitioners regarding tax compliance of crypto assets. The study employed a purposive, non-probability sampling technique to select nine registered tax practitioners. Semi-structured, four face-to-face interviews and five telephonic interviews were conducted with the participant’s consent to collect data.
Findings: The results reveal that tax practitioners lack the necessary knowledge to apply the legislation regarding crypto assets. Furthermore, the findings show that fear of being penalized, corruption, and government expenditure are some of the factors that affect tax compliance tax.
Implications/Originality/Value: The study recommends that the tax authority in South Africa establish webinars, seminars, workshops, and assessments for new regulatory changes, such as crypto assets. Also, it ensures that tax practitioners can practically apply new regulatory frameworks by creating simulation scenarios on e-filing
A bibliometric and Visualized Analysis of Financial, Economic and Technological Factors Affecting the Environmental Sustainability
No full textPurpose: Financial, Economic and Technological Factors play key role in Environmental Sustainability. This paper aims to analyze the existing research on factors affecting the Environmental Sustainability through a bibliometric approach.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The data was collected from the Scopus database using secondary sources of 191 researches field published from 2002 to 2022 and VOSviewer software was employed to analyze the data.
Findings: The findings reveal a remarkable surge in the volume of scholarly publications within this domain since 2018. The country results show that China emerging as the predominant contributor to the publication output, and UK ranks second in terms of publication volume. Prominent journals serving as the primary platforms for disseminating literature in this area include Environmental Science and Pollution Research, Energy Policy, Journal of Cleaner Production, and Energy Economics. Dominant keywords, such as "green finance," "CO2 emissions," "ecological footprint," "digital finance," "green investment," and constitute the quintessential lexicon of this scholarly terrain and represent its core thematic pillars. The exploration of interrelationships between green finance and carbon dioxide emission intensity, alongside the nexus of climate finance and renewable energy, represents the principal investigative thrust within this field. Presently, there exists a discernible dearth of literature systematically delving into the intrinsic connections between green finance and the energy sector, thereby positioning our research as a partial contribution to addressing this gap.
Implications/Originality/Value: following policy recommendations are posited: (1) Strategic integration, multilateral cooperation, and the facilitation of a global paradigm shift towards green finance; (2) Enhanced research initiatives, diversification of financial instruments, and bolstered support mechanisms for the advancement of green energy technologies; (3) Promoting collaborative efforts towards sustainable development and fostering environmental stewardship on a global scale
Impact of Shari’ah and Corporate Governance on Islamic Banks Performance: Evidence from Pakistan
No full textPurpose: The objective of this paper is to examine the effect of Shari’ah and corporate governance on the performance of the Islamic banks in Pakistan.
Design/methodology/approach: This research uses a hand-gathered data on Shari’ah and corporate governance of the major Islamic banks in Pakistan for the period of 2018 to 2023. The selection of index uses the Islamic Corporate Governance (ICG) where various necessary attributes of Shari’ah board (SB) is considered. By way of data analysis, basic measures such as mean, mode, and standard deviation used, as well as correlation coefficient and panel REM regression.
Findings: The conclusion of the study establishes that Shari’ah governance factors especially the functioning of Shari’ah boards have bigger impact toward financial performance of Islamic banks than corporate governance factors. Further, capital adequacy has a positive effect (Equity to Total Assets, EQTA) on the performance but loan provision has a negative effect on the performance (Net Loans to Total Assets, NLTA). Preposterously, Shari’ah Board Education (SBE) takes negative signs, stating that excessive education on the Shari’ah board may cause such board to make extra conservative decisions no longer brought about by way of profitability but through compliance.
Research limitations/implications: Strong, autonomous Shari’ah boards positioned to focus solely on the supervisory contexts can improve stakeholder confidence and performance of Islamic banks. The results presented in this study can be beneficial for Pakistan’s policymakers and those authorities that regulate IFIs.
Originality/value: This research enhances the stock of knowledge on Shari’ah governance, corporate governance and their effects on financial performance in the context of Pakistan’s Islamic banking sector
Impact of Natural Resources and Institutional Quality on Economic Growth in GCC Countries
No full textPurpose: This study examines the economic growth dynamics of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies from 2001 to 2023, focusing on the roles of natural resources, institutional quality, human capital, and macroeconomic stability.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The research employs the Pooled Mean Group (PMG) estimation method to analyze the short- and long-term impacts of various factors on economic growth within the GCC region.
Findings: The results reveal that natural resources provide short-term economic benefits but hinder long-term growth, highlighting the need for diversification away from resource dependence. In contrast, improvements in institutional quality and investments in human capital have significant positive effects on long-term economic growth and stability. Exchange rate fluctuations are found to negatively impact economic growth in both the short and long run, emphasizing the importance of macroeconomic stability.
Implications/Originality/Value: The findings suggest that GCC countries should focus on reducing their reliance on natural resources by diversifying into sectors such as technology, finance, and renewable energy. Strengthening institutional frameworks through regulatory and governance reforms, coupled with investments in education and innovation, will further enhance economic resilience. Additionally, ensuring exchange rate stability and fiscal sustainability, along with fostering entrepreneurship and regional economic integration, is crucial for maintaining long-term growth. This study provides valuable policy recommendations aimed at achieving sustainable economic development in the GCC region, urging a balanced approach to resource management, institutional improvements, and macroeconomic stability. 
Influence of Financial Innovation on Sustainability of Youth Owned Enterprises in Western region, Kenya
No full textPurpose: This study explores the influence of financial innovation on the sustainability of youth-owned enterprises in the Western region of Kenya.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Based on innovation diffusion theory and adopting a pragmatic approach, the current study used a descriptive survey design. The target population was the chairpersons/owners of 443 registered youth group enterprises in Kakamega, Vihiga, Busia, and Bungoma counties; the required sample size was calculated using Taro Yamane’s proportional sampling formula to give 210 respondents. Structured and semi-structured questionnaires were used to gather information about the participants, and the data was analysed by both descriptive and inferential statistics with the help of SPSS 23.
Findings: Results obtained from a linear regression analysis showed that financial innovation has a significant and positive linear relationship with the sustainability of the youth-owned enterprises (Beta = 0.660**, p≤0.01). The model accounts for 43.4% of the variability of financial sustainability suggested by the findings, with the remaining 56.6% caused by other influences.
Implications/Originality/Value: The study highlights the significance of financial innovation for the sustenance of youth businesses. Proprietors of youth-owned enterprises need to interact with dynamic, innovative financial solutions for improvement of sustainability
Measuring the Impact of Online Entrepreneurial Antecedents on Entrepreneurial Intentions and Behaviors
No full textPurpose: This paper aims to deeply understand online trying to be entrepreneurs' intentions at starting online firms in Pakistan by investigating the influence of the internet as an evil godhead’s disposition and interactive computer communications worthiness of people’s willing to act on their own initiative toward self- employment stimulation, understood either as an informal chance or an instance of an ability to make profit using the internet called an online business.
Design/Methodology/Approach: This research created a theoretical model drawing on the planned behavior theory to investigate the impact of online entrepreneurial attitude, subjective norms, perceived control behavior, and online business opportunity recognition on OEI and OEB. The methodology used in this study is PLS structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The researchers analyzed collected responses from 260 online questionnaires using Smart PLS 4.0.9. 8software.
Findings: The results showed a significant positive influence of online entrepreneurial attitude, subjective norms, perceived behavioral control and online business opportunity recognition on OEI and OEB in the Pakistan. Interestingly, despite that many prior studies showing the significant impact of subjective norms on OEI, the analysis showed insignificant impact of online entrepreneurial subjective norms on OE. More results are demonstrated in the study. .
Implications/Originality/Value: This study results contribute to an enhanced reciprocal relationship by adding depth to the digital presence and services through online business opportunities which are turned around once they occur and begin. Consequently, there is the provision of rich four insights into the aforementioned TPB constructs of entrepreneur’s starting an online e-business other than it. Furthermore, Pakistan-specific focus on said phenomenon has hitherto not been effectively articulated. Thus, this research does not merely seek to fill this gap but also deal with it uniquely by examining how individuals act when setting up their business online within Pakistan through empirical analysis