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Sustainability & Responsible Management Practices in Supply Chain Operations in Nigeria
No full textThis study investigates how sustainability and responsible management practices enhance supply chain resilience in Nigeria. Combining surveys and interviews with 284 professionals, it reveals positive links between green, social, and ethical practices with resilience. While firms benefit from concrete sustainability initiatives, challenges like emissions measurement and community engagement persist. This research, unique in focusing on a developing African economy, underscores the need for integrated sustainability practices through policies, partnerships, and operationalizing goals. It demonstrates the business case for proactive sustainability, offering not just moral benefits but also risk mitigation and continuity advantages. Moving forward, avoiding superficial decoupling and resource commitments are crucial for success.Keywords: Supply chain resilience, Responsible management, Sustainability, Green technology, Ethical sourcing, Supply source integrit
The Impacts of Urban Green Infrastructure Development on Environmental Sustainability and Human Wellbeing.
No full textThe Influence of Dynamic Capability and Organizational Culture on Organizational Ambidexterity: A Multi-Group Analysis.
No full textFuture-Proofing Management Education:Embedding Sustainability & Responsible Leadership into Teaching Practice
Full text linkThis submission presents an innovative pedagogical framework - the Transformative Sustainability Leadership (TSL) - designed to revolutionize how sustainability and responsible leadership are embedded within management education. Operating through three interconnected dimensions: Immersive Challenge-Based Learning Ecosystems, Deep Systems Thinking and Ethical Leadership Development, and Innovation and Impact Measurement Hub, the practice integrates cutting-edge technologies with real-world applications. The framework leverages partnerships with global sustainability leaders, including the UN Global Bodies' AGILE initiative in Nigeria, while incorporating emerging technologies such as VR/AR and blockchain for impact tracking. Early results demonstrate promising outcomes, with 90% of graduates projected to secure sustainability leadership roles and multiple student-led ventures receiving external funding. The practice addresses contemporary challenges in management education by dismantling traditional silos, establishing measurable impacts, and developing leaders capable of driving systemic change. This approach represents a bold reimagining of management education that places sustainability and responsible leadership at its core, while establishing a replicable model for transformation in business education
A Meta-Analysis of Urban Green Infrastructure: Impacts on Sustainability and Wellbeing
Full text linkThis working paper explores the impact of Urban Green Infrastructure (UGI) on environmental sustainability and human wellbeing, an area that is gaining increasing attention in urban studies. It discusses the context of UGI and summarises research evidence related to the cultural benefits and wellbeing impacts of green spaces in urban environments. Using meta data and synthesis of existing literature, we present an understanding of UGI’s role in urban living, particularly focusing on how interconnected green networks can enhance accessibility and ensure equitable distribution of health and social benefits. We demonstrate the socially constructed nature of UGI and highlight the interplay between environmental, social, and economic factors in its successful implementation. Central to our contribution is the recognition that UGI provides significant cultural and wellbeing benefits that can transform urban life. We conclude by offering implications for urban planning practices and policy, as well as suggesting directions for future research in the field of green infrastructure
Quantum-Driven Business Analytics::An Experimental Investigation of Performance Impact on Strategic Decision-Making
Full text linkThis working paper presents the results of an experimental study investigating the performance impacts of quantum computing approaches on business analytics and strategic decisionmaking. While the theoretical benefits of quantum computing for complex business problems have been explored, empirical evidence of measurable performance advantages remains scarce. Our research addresses this knowledge gap through a series of controlled laboratory experiments comparing classical and quantum-inspired optimisation algorithms. Using a mixed factorial experimental design with 124 professional participants from 28 organisations, our results demonstrate statistically significant advantages of quantum-inspired approaches for large-scale, complex optimisation problems with high dimensionality and multiple constraints. We present an integrated framework for quantum advantage in business analytics that maps specific business problem characteristics to quantum computing approaches. The paper concludes with practical recommendations for organisations considering quantum-inspired analytics investments, as well as a research agenda addressing key challenges for broader quantum computing adoption in business contexts
Causal AI for Business Decision Making:A Multi-Domain Investigation, Practical Applications and Implementation Challenges
Full text linkThis working paper presents an investigation into the emerging field of Causal Artificial Intelligence (Causal AI) and its transformative potential for business decision-making processes. While traditional machine learning methodologies excel at identifying correlational patterns within complex datasets, they fundamentally lack the capacity to address critical "why" questions essential for strategic business decisions. Our research employs a multi-domain case study methodology across financial services, retail, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors to examine how contemporary organisations are implementing causal inference frameworks to enhance decision-making robustness. The findings reveal that successful causal AI implementation necessitates not merely technical sophistication but also substantial organisational readiness factors, including causal literacy among executive decision-makers, integrated decision processes, and appropriate governance frameworks. Furthermore, we identify significant implementation challenges regarding data quality requirements, model validation approaches, and ethical considerations specific to causal reasoning systems. The paper concludes with a proposed developmental trajectory model for organisational adoption of causal AI and practical recommendations for businesses seeking to transcend correlation- based analytics paradigms
A Meta-Analysis of Urban Green Infrastructure: Impacts on Sustainability and Wellbeing
Full text linkThis working paper explores the impact of Urban Green Infrastructure (UGI) on environmental sustainability and human wellbeing, an area that is gaining increasing attention in urban studies. It discusses the context of UGI and summarises research evidence related to the cultural benefits and wellbeing impacts of green spaces in urban environments. Using meta data and synthesis of existing literature, we present an understanding of UGI’s role in urban living, particularly focusing on how interconnected green networks can enhance accessibility and ensure equitable distribution of health and social benefits. We demonstrate the socially constructed nature of UGI and highlight the interplay between environmental, social, and economic factors in its successful implementation. Central to our contribution is the recognition that UGI provides significant cultural and wellbeing benefits that can transform urban life. We conclude by offering implications for urban planning practices and policy, as well as suggesting directions for future research in the field of green infrastructure
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