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Potential Drivers of Gender Equity in Maritime Logistics: A Systematic Review through the Lens of Gendered Organization Theory
No full textAims: To employ Gendered Organization Theory (GOT) to synthesize research on drivers of gender equity in male-dominated sectors and identify transferable strategies for the maritime logistics industry.
Study Design: Systematic Literature Review (SLR)
Place and Duration of Study: A structured search of the Scopus database was conducted to identify relevant peer-reviewed literature published between 2015 and 2025.
Methodology: A PRISMA-based methodology was used for the SLR. Given the nascent stage of gender equity research, specifically within maritime logistics, a comparative approach was adopted. The review selected and analyzed 40 peer-reviewed articles from analogous male-dominated sectors (including mining, STEM, and military) that share structural characteristics with the maritime industry. Thematic analysis was utilized to consolidate diverse findings into a coherent framework grounded in Gendered Organization Theory.
Results: The review has identified structural constraints, organizational culture, and practices that limit women in their participation in and career development in male-dominated sectors. Thematic analysis revealed that six areas of intervention exist, including institutionalized norms, a challenge to the ideal worker norm, gender-sensitive HR, mentorship, organizational culture, and bias awareness with structural change. These transferable drivers are essential for addressing the specific challenges of the maritime logistics sector.
Conclusion: The findings provide a GOT-grounded framework for advancing equity in maritime logistics. The study underscores that because maritime-specific data is limited, adopting proven interventions from analogous male-dominated industries is crucial. A holistic, intersectional approach is required to move organizations beyond tokenistic gestures and dismantle systemic barriers
E-Commerce and Consumer Habits: A Comparative Study of Online vs. In-Store Shopping
No full textThe rapid expansion of e-commerce has significantly altered consumer behavior and disrupted traditional retail ecosystems, particularly in emerging economies like India. It looks into how online shopping is changing what people like to buy, how satisfied they are, and how they shop, as well as how traditional stores are responding. The study aimed to cover the gaps by comparing online and in-store shopping, relating consumer satisfaction and loyalty to digital activities, and studying how traditional shops are dealing with e-commerce changes. A mixed-methods design was adopted. The research was conducted across multiple urban and semi-urban regions in India, selected to capture the diversity of the retail ecosystem. The research uses both survey data and interview results from consumers and retailers in India’s urban and semi-urban areas. In the quantitative phase, two structured questionnaires were developed. Both instruments used 5-point Likert scales and were pilot-tested with a sub-sample to ensure reliability (Cronbach’s alpha ≥ 0.75) and content clarity. In the qualitative phase, interviews were guided by thematic protocols. Quantitative data were analysed using SPSS and R. Descriptive statistics were used to identify shopping patterns and digital tool usage. It is evident from the findings that more people are shopping online and in stores, and online shoppers say they are much more satisfied. Channel type, age, and income are the main factors that regression analysis shows affect satisfaction. On the supply side, companies that fully integrated digital solutions into their stores saw their sales rise, but those who did not use digital tools saw their sales drop significantly. The research is based on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), and the Technology–Organization–Environment (TOE) framework, which allows for a two-way look at how consumers and retailers affect each other. The findings show that retail is becoming more diverse, and they point out the need for digital infrastructure, training for micro-retailers, and policies to help close the digital gap in retail. The findings of this research give new ideas about how e-commerce and traditional retail are changing, and suggest ways to build more flexible retail systems in emerging countries
Marketing Strategies in Corporate Equity Issuance Process: A Literature Review
No full textAims: To analyze the role of marketing strategies in shaping investor perceptions, reducing information asymmetry, and improving equity offering outcomes. Specifically, this study aims to examine the effectiveness of traditional roadshows, corporate branding, digital engagement, and social media in equity issuance preparation, and to identify gaps in cross-market comparability and digital branding research from 2010 to 2025.
Study Design: Systematic literature review of peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and high-quality industry reports published between 2010 and 2025.
Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted as a desk-based review, covering global equity markets with a special focus on developing economies such as Indonesia. The review period spanned publications from January 2010 to June 2025.
Methodology: This study employs a systematic literature review guided by PRISMA-style principles, adapted to interdisciplinary research in finance and marketing. Relevant studies were identified from Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar using keywords such as “equity offering marketing,” “roadshows,” “digital branding,” “social media,” and “investor relations.” The initial search identified 87 publications. After removing duplicates and applying predefined inclusion criteria—restricted to peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and credible institutional reports—a total of 22 studies were retained for analysis. The selected literature was thematically coded to identify recurring marketing strategies, challenges, and outcomes, with particular attention to digital communication, social media use, corporate governance, and long-term firm performance.
Results: The findings indicate that traditional roadshows and structured investor engagement continue to dominate equity offering marketing, especially in developed markets, supporting signaling and information asymmetry theories that emphasize credibility and direct communication. Digital platforms have expanded investor reach and democratized access to information but have also increased exposure to volatility, reputational risk, and sentiment-driven market reactions. Social media influences investor sentiment, although its long-term performance effects remain inconclusive. Cross-market comparisons show that emerging economies, including Indonesia, face challenges in aligning equity marketing narratives with corporate governance practices and sustainable business strategies. The review identifies a significant research gap concerning the lack of standardized digital branding practices in equity markets.
Conclusion: The study contributes theoretically by linking financial signaling and marketing communication to equity offering outcomes. Effective equity issuance requires a balanced strategy combining strong financial fundamentals with transparent and accountable marketing communication. Overreliance on hype-driven marketing may enhance short-term visibility but weaken long-term performance and trust. Future research should focus on developing standardized digital branding frameworks that support sustainability and long-term shareholder value, particularly in developing markets
Reviewing the Evidence: How Key Fiscal Instruments Associated with Opportunistic Behavior?
No full textAims: This review examines how key fiscal instruments—Local Own-Source Revenue (PAD), General Allocation Funds (DAU), Special Allocation Funds (DAK), Revenue-Sharing Funds (DBH), the flypaper effect, and budget surpluses (SiLPA)—are associated with opportunistic fiscal behavior in Indonesia, particularly during periods of heightened political competition. It also highlights gaps in post-2020 evidence and integrates findings across fiscal instruments to provide a more updated and comprehensive perspective.
Study Design: A systematic literature review.
Place and Duration of Study: The review covers peer-reviewed empirical studies published between 2020 and 2025 within Indonesia’s fiscal governance context, sourced primarily from SINTA-indexed journals.
Methodology: Ten empirical studies were systematically selected based on relevance to opportunistic fiscal behavior and regional budgeting. A qualitative synthesis was conducted to compare political–fiscal dynamics across studies, focusing on how political incentives influence budgetary variables such as PAD, DAU, DAK, DBH, SiLPA, and the flypaper effect.
Results: Findings consistently show that intergovernmental transfers (DAU, DAK, DBH) and SiLPA significantly contribute to opportunistic fiscal behavior, with several studies reporting positive and statistically significant relationships between transfer size and politically motivated spending increases. The flypaper effect appears persistently, indicating that increases in transfers lead to disproportionately higher expenditure—particularly around election periods. SiLPA provides incumbents with flexible fiscal space that can be strategically used for political advantage. Evidence for PAD is mixed, with several studies reporting insignificant effects, suggesting limited influence on opportunistic actions.
Conclusion: Fiscal instruments—especially intergovernmental transfers and SiLPA—play a central role in enabling opportunistic practices within regional budgeting. Strengthening transparency, improving audit quality, and enhancing regulatory oversight are crucial for reducing manipulation and ensuring that regional budgets reflect public welfare priorities rather than political incentives. Future research should expand post-2025 evidence, incorporate cross-provincial comparisons, and explore how institutional quality moderates the relationship between political competition and fiscal opportunism
The Role of Digital Payment Platforms in Shaping Consumer Behavior and Financial Reporting Accuracy in E-commerce Businesses in Nigeria
No full textThis study looks into how digital payment systems affect customer behaviour and improve the accuracy of financial reporting in Nigerian e-commerce companies. The study\u27s objectives are to: (1) determine how the availability of digital payment platforms affects consumer purchasing behaviour; (2) assess how these platforms affect the precision and openness of financial reporting in e-commerce companies; (3) investigate the connection between consumer spending patterns and the type of digital payment used; and (4) suggest best practices for financial management in e-commerce companies that use multiple payment platforms.
40 individual consumers who frequently purchase online and use digital payment methods were given structured surveys as part of a quantitative study design. According to the results, bank transfers (15%), mobile wallets (30%), and credit/debit cards (50%) are the most popular payment methods. 70% of respondents said they have faith in the veracity of financial reporting from e-commerce companies, and the majority (80%) believe that payments made via digital platforms are accurate. The survey also emphasises how consumer spending is greatly impacted by the usage of digital payment methods, with credit card users often spending more on online purchases than those who use bank transfers or mobile wallets. Digital payment platforms improve consumer trust and openness in e-commerce financial operations, according to the study\u27s findings. According to the study, companies may preserve customer trust and boost operational effectiveness by implementing clear financial reporting systems, investing in security measures, and integrating a variety of payment methods
Harnessing Fintech for Sustainable Development: Evaluating the Role of Regulatory Sandboxes
No full textFinancial technology holds significant potential to advance sustainable development goals, yet regulatory frameworks struggle to balance innovation with stability and financial inclusion. Regulatory sandboxes have emerged as a prominent tool to facilitate Fintech experimentation, but their effectiveness in consistently driving sustainability outcomes remains contested. This analysis employs a qualitative assessment of global regulatory approaches, examining sandbox structures in jurisdictions like the UK, Singapore, Kenya, Sierra Leone, and Malaysia, alongside alternative strategies. It evaluates design elements, benefits, limitations, and real-world impacts on sustainability objectives, drawing on policy documents, regulatory reports, and empirical studies. Findings indicate that while sandboxes can reduce time-to-market and foster dialogue, their impact on sustainability is often indirect and constrained by access barriers, operational costs, and scalability issues. Thematic sandboxes explicitly targeting specific Sustainable Development Goals, such as financial inclusion or green finance, demonstrate greater efficacy. Sustainable outcomes are significantly enhanced when sandboxes are integrated with supervisory technology (SupTech) for real-time monitoring, cross-border regulatory cooperation, and the embedding of mandatory sustainability metrics within core prudential frameworks, as seen in Kenya and Malaysia. Regulatory sandboxes alone are insufficient. Achieving meaningful Fintech contributions to sustainability requires a systemic approach combining targeted experimentation, technological oversight tools, international collaboration, and regulatory mandates that explicitly prioritise and measure sustainable outcomes
Corruption and Bank Performance: Evidence from the ASEAN Region
No full textBank performance can be defined as the efficacy and efficiency of a bank\u27s operations, as demonstrated by metrics like earnings, managerial effectiveness, and efficiency measurements. This study aims to fill the current gap in the literature regarding how corruption affects bank performance in the ASEAN area. Corruption is one of the major determinants of bank performance and affects banks\u27 profitability. This study looks at the relationship between corruption and bank performance in six countries from the ASEAN region. The study employ two regression models: ordinary least squares and the fixed and random effect model, on our data spanning ten years. Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR), which measures a bank\u27s capital against its risk-weighted assets, is crucial for financial stability and can help mitigate the risks associated with corruption, such as fraud and asset misappropriation. This study performed static panel data analysis to evaluate the hypothesis. We employed random effect, fixed effect, and OLS models. The results show that corruption has a slight negative impact on bank performance, along with bank-level variables such as CAR and bank size. BNKSZE, LQDY and CAR are variables with unique values for each bank. Regarding bank-level variables, we observe that bank size positively affects bank performance. These results showcase the importance of controlling corruption for a stable banking system and a healthy economy. Therefore, future research that examines bank internal risk indicators using a more comprehensive dataset will be a valuable addition to the ongoing discourse. Furthermore, by including a wider variety of financial factors such as NPLs and bank stability, future research could explore the intricate links among governance quality, bank financial performance, and bank risk-taking
Impact of TQM Dimensions on the Performance of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC
No full textThe study examined the effect of total quality management on performance of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc. The overall framework this study adopted was the survey research design method. From the 9142 total population, 368 employees were chosen as the sample size. The stratified random sampling technique was adopted for the study. The instrument that was used for data collection is a single set of structured questionnaires. To establish the reliability of the instrument, a test-retest method was employed. In this study, statistical techniques of data analysis were used. The list includes: descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis. All analysis was done using the statistical package for social science (SPSS) software version 25. Findings showed that top management (ß = 0.125, p < 0.05), strategic planning (ß = 0.117, p < 0.05), employee teamwork (ß = 0.182, p < 0.05), and continuous improvement (ß = 0.608, p < 0.05) have positive effect on performance of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc. Findings showed that 56% of the change in performance of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc. was brought about by the dimensions of total quality management. The study concluded that total quality management has significant positive effect on performance of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc. The study recommended amongst others that to stay competitive, firms must constantly develop their products, services, and processes and maintain an organized workspace that promotes improved functionality, reliability, and productivity. The study established that commitment of the company\u27s top management on an ongoing basis is capable of providing financial support, resource support for companies that use information technology. Moreover, the study indicates that the implementation of the Continuous Improvement methodology not only enhances organizational performance but also fosters innovation within the organization
Adoption of Modern Office Technology for Efficient Job Delivery among Business Education Graduates in Nigeria
No full textThe main objective of the study was to examine the adoption of modern office technology for efficient job delivery among business education graduates in Nigeria. The data for the study was collected from secondary sources including internets, journals, bibliographies and conference proceedings. This study revealed that modern office technology, such as cloud computing, data management systems, and collaborative software, plays a crucial role in improving workplace efficiency. These technologies facilitate seamless communication, streamline workflows, and enable better decision-making. The purpose of this paper is thus to ascertain the level of modern office technology adoption by graduates in business education in Delta State, Nigeria; factors that influence such adoption; and the resultant impact on job delivery. Recent trends in office technology focus on enhancing productivity and sustainability. The Internet of Things (IoT) is being integrated into office environments to automate and optimize various processes. Smart office devices, such as connected printers and lighting systems, contribute to energy efficiency and cost savings. The evolution of office technology has been a journey of continuous innovation, from the typewriter to the latest AI-driven tools. Each technological advancement has brought new efficiencies and capabilities to the workplace, shaping how business is conducted and how employees perform their jobs. As technology continues to evolve, the future of office work promises even greater integration of digital tools, further enhancing productivity and collaboration. The adoption of modern office technology is crucial for the efficient job delivery of business education graduates in Nigeria. While there are challenges to be addressed, it’s recommended that concerted efforts by educational institutions, policymakers, and employers be made to significantly enhance technological proficiency and ensure that graduates are well-prepared for the modern office
Analysis of Factors of Self-Learning, Supervisory Guidance and Work Experience on Employee Competency with Organizational Support as Moderation Variables at State Financial Audit Education and Training Center Medan, Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia
No full textThis study aims to analyze the influence of self-learning, supervisor coaching, and work experience on employee competence, and to examine the moderating role of organizational support at State Financial Audit Education and Training Center Medan, Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia. A quantitative research design was employed with a survey approach to measure the relationships between independent variables, dependent variable, and moderating variable. The study was conducted at State Financial Audit Education and Training Center Medan, The Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia, over a period of three months, from March to May 2025. The population consisted of 44 employees, and a saturated sampling technique was applied so that all employees became the research sample. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed with multiple linear regression and moderated regression analysis (MRA). The findings revealed that self-learning, supervisor coaching, and work experience each had a positive and significant effect on employee competence. Among these, work experience emerged as the most dominant factor. Organizational support did not moderate the relationship between self-learning and competence, but it significantly strengthened the effects of coaching and work experience on competence. Employee competence development is influenced not only by individual initiative through self-learning and accumulated work experience, but also by the role of supervisors in providing guidance. Moreover, organizational support plays a critical role in enhancing the effectiveness of coaching and experiential learning, emphasizing the need for integrated individual and organizational strategies in human resource development