For many years, wage arrears have been a prevalent problem facing rural migrant workers in the construction sector in China. The difficulties of addressing wage arrears are multifaceted, but are clearly exacerbated by the complex layering of subcontracting that occurs in construction sector. In...

Seit Beginn des vergangenen Jahres expandiert die Weltwirtschaft in moderatem Tempo. Allerdings gerät in den USA das Inflationsziel von 2% zusehends außer Reichweite, und die US-Zentralbank wird ihren Leitzins, anders als an den Finanzmärkten noch zu Jahresbeginn erwartet, im Sommer wohl...

Zu Beginn des Jahres 2024 zeigen Stimmungsindikatoren etwas aufgehellte Aussichten für die internationale Konjunktur. Dabei war die weltweite Produktionsdynamik noch bis Ende 2023 zurückgegangen. Ursachen waren hohe Inflation, restriktive Geldpolitik und in Europa der russische Krieg gegen die...

Seeking to increase their innovative strength, family firms increasingly collaborate with startups to explore new technologies, act upon trends, and rejuvenate their corporate culture. While family firms usually innovate incrementally, collaborating with startups allows them to take a more...

The construction industry is fraught with risks due to the use of heavy machinery and work at heights, leading to increased occupational accidents. Understanding how the work environment affects personnel adaptation is crucial, as a negative environment can have detrimental consequences on the...

Purpose The present study aims to provide an overview of the topic of intellectual capital in SMEs in the construction industry. Identifying the different research paths based on a systematic literature review will allow effective knowledge of the topics under study and the definition of a...

This study explores the impact of adopting the quality management system according to the International Standardization for Organizations (ISO) standards called ISO 9001 on firms' working capital management efficiency (WCME). This study analyzes Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the...