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Pooling for Combination of Multi Level Forecasts
Riedel, Silvia; Gabrys, Bogdan - 2009
In this paper we provide a theoretical analysis of effects of applying different forecast diversification methods on the structure of the forecast error covariance matrices and decomposed forecast error components based on the bias- variance- Bayes error decomposition of James and Hastie. We...
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Dynamic Pooling for the Combination of Forecasts Generated Using Multi Level Learning
Riedel, Silvia; Gabrys, Bogdan - 2007
In this paper we provide experimental results and extensions to our previous theoretical findings concerning the combination of forecasts that have been diversified by three different methods: with parameters learned at different data aggregation levels, by thick modeling and by the use of...
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An Investigation of Internet Coordination Mechanisms in Network Organizations
Eng, Teck-Yong - 2007
Globalization and the Internet are creating a new form of network organization characterized by networks of cooperating and competing firms. The concept of network organization advocates flexible and open organizational structures that would improve coordination among organizational units and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009429828
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E-Business Models In The Travel Industry
Alford, Philip - 2000
approach, the author examines in detail some of the e-business models impacting on the travel industry both in the Business-to-Business … (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) markets. Although B2C leisure transactions currently account for just 1% of the … players will need to ensure their e-business model adds value for the customer, otherwise their position in the value chain …
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The development of new products in the personal financial services sector
Davison, Heather - 1990
The development of new products in the personal finacial services (PFS) sector is an area that is being increasingly relied upon by organisations to provide competitive differentiation in the highly competitive environment that they now operate within. Despite this reliance, relatively little is...
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Exploring rationales for branding a university: Should we be seeking to measure branding in UK universities?
Chapleo, Chris - 2011
Although branding is now widespread among UK universities, the application of branding principles in the higher education sector is comparatively recent and may be controversial for internal audiences who question its suitability and efficiency. This paper seeks to investigate how and whether...
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External perceptions of successful university brands
Chapleo, Chris - 2009
Branding in universities has become an increasingly topical issue, with some institutions committing substantial financial resources to branding activities. The particular characteristics of the sector present challenges for those seeking to build brands and it therefore seems to be timely and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009429675
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What defines “successful” university brands?
Chapleo, Chris - 2010
Purpose. Branding in universities has become an increasingly topical issue among practitioners, with some institutions committing substantial financial resources to branding activities. Although it is receiving increased academic investigation, to date this has been limited. The particular...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009429676
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Action inquiry strategies: taking stock and moving forward
Ellis, John H.M.; Kiely, Julia - 2000
By focusing on the dynamics of action inquiry strategies, this paper has framed the way in which the process is characterised and the potential of this approach for applied management research. The relationship between improved knowledge through action and improved action through reflection is...
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The Importance of Location in Pop Up Retailing
Marciniak, Ruth; Budnarowska, Corinna - 2010
Despite pop-up stores being a retail format that is both temporary and mobile, as with other physical stores, despite their mobility, location considerations may be assumed necessary for their success. This paper reports on a study that examined locational drivers for this form of retailing and...
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