The purpose of this paper is two-fold. First, we explore the precise impact of trust and perceived risk on the core constructs of UTAUT (Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology) and thereby delicately expands the model, building upon the previous studies, which are limited to...

This case study presents an innovative fast-track reconstruction approach applied to a heavily trafficked Long Life Pavement Rehabilitation Strategy (LLPRS) project on Interstate-15 (I-15) in Devore in southern California. A 4.5-km stretch of badly damaged concrete truck lanes was rebuilt in...

The aim of this study is to explore the multidimensional relationships among factors influencing decision-making processes regarding women's willingness to marry and childbirth in South Korea with recognizing the context of family development in East Asian cultures. To this end, we employed...

Strategic evaluation of supplier performance assists firms in improving their operations across a variety of dimensions. Specifically, it aids in supplier process improvement, which in turn enhances firm performance, allows for optimal allocation of resources for supplier development programs,...

Implementations of Six Sigma quality innovation (SSQI) have resulted in performance benefits for several leading firms. While SSQI has its roots in the foundations of Total Quality Management (TQM) and ISO 9000 certification, it presents a set of unique organizational practices and ideas that...

Implementations of Six Sigma quality innovation (SSQI) have resulted in performance benefits for several leading firms. While SSQI has its roots in the foundations of Total Quality Management (TQM) and ISO 9000 certification, it presents a set of unique organizational practices and ideas that...

Purpose – Taking a social network perspective, this paper develops a framework for the assurance of food safety via relational networking. Design/methodology/approach – We consider both informal and formal relational networking, and explore a firm's learning orientation, risk aversion and...

Purchasing and supply management (PSM) are crucial for the effective and efficient operation of manufacturing firms, now more than ever. The PSM function has evolved from being routine and mechanical to a function that delivers true competitive advantage. The trend toward increased globalization...

Competitive capabilities have been defined as a plant's actual performance relative to its competitors, with the most commonly investigated capabilities being quality, delivery, flexibility, and cost. However, most research in this realm has investigated capabilities within developed countries,...

This paper revisits and extends the theory of production competence, which has received wide attention in the operations and production management literature. As such, considering the aspects of quality, delivery, flexibility and cost, we develop two novel measures that assess the concept of...