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- Colurcio, Maria, et al.
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Fifty years of research on silver economy : a bibliometric analysis
- 2022
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In: Sinergie. - : Fondazione Cueim. - 0393-5108. ; 40:3, s. 149-171
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Frame of the research: Population ageing is a global demographic trend that will have tremendous implications for individuals, firms, organizations, policy makers and, in general, for mostly all sectors of society. Specifically, silver economy (SE) encompasses all the activities aimed at providing goods and services that meet the changing needs of this heterogeneous market. While academic interest on SE has greatly increased in the last years, management research on older persons is still fragmented and needs to be systematized. Purpose of the paper: This paper establishes the state of the art and the emerging issues on the SE in the management literature to define and prioritize the future research directions that will support scholars who wish to address the silver market. Methodology: A systematic review of the literature published between 1969 and 2022 was conducted using bibliometric techniques. Findings: Based on bibliographic coupling, 10 clusters emerge, showing the heterogeneity of contributions on the SE in management. Analysis of the thematic map reveals five main research topics on the SE, classified according to the degree of relevance and the level of development. Service quality and service providers are the motor themes (i.e., well-developed and important themes) in the SE management literature. Research limits: Future studies could analyse the single clusters more fully to identify specific features of SE in the various management research fields. Practical implications: This study helps managers to better focus on the design, production and delivery of goods and services in line with the emerging complexity and extension of the population life cycle. Originality of the paper: As far as we are aware, this study is the first to systematize knowledge on the SE in the management literature and to propose a comprehensive research agenda for management scholars.
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- Compagno, Cristiana, et al.
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Heterogeneity in corporate governance structures and advanced forms of internationalisation in Italian SMEs
- 2007
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In: Sinergie: rivista di studi e ricerche. - 0393-5108. ; 26, s. 137-146
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Small firms often lack the resources and competences required to implement advanced international strategies. In this paper we investigate, through an empirical research, the role of corporate governance system in providing small firms with the capabilities which are necessary to engage effectively in international business. Results suggest that the heterogeneity in the governance system is a significant explanatory determinant for internationalization strategies and that the environmental context can be assumed in future studies as a moderating variable.
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- Isaksson, Raine, et al.
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Towards a perfect learning process : where is Sweden?
- 2016
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In: Sinergie italian journal of management. - : Fondazione CUEIM. - 0393-5108. ; 34:100, s. 57-75
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Purpose of the paper: Competition gets tougher with globalization. Information and knowledge are shared like never before, putting pressure on businesses and nations to provide effective and efficient means of learning. Learning could be seen as the educational process from the user perspective. How could a perfect learning process look when based on process theory and how does reality compare with this? One option is defining a perfect process as doing the right thing based on stakeholder needs, doing it in the right way by minimising resource use and by being adaptable.Methodology: Applying the proposed educational process on Swedish HEI educational processes indicates that the model can be used.Findings: The results from the study indicate that Sweden seems to perform well in many areas but also that there are important areas of improvement, such as lifelong learning and the integration of sustainability into education.Research limitations: The proposed process has only been partly tested.Research and managerial implications: The strength of the process approach.Originality/value of paper: Basic process theory in a new context.
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