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Alliances to acquisitions: A road map to advance the field of strategic management
(Emerald Group Publishing Ltd., 2017) Zakaria, Rimi; Genc, Omer Faruk; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Genc, Omer Faruk
Although primarily treated as two distinct research streams, strategic alliances and mergers and acquisitions together occupy much of the strategic management discourse. Alliances, in many cases, end in acquisitions as firms use alliances as intermediate strategic options to eventually acquire a partner. As the discipline of strategy matures and the frequency and the volume of inter-firm cooperation continue to rise, it is imperative to integrate these two research streams for a holistic understanding of the theory of the firm. The purpose of this conceptual piece is threefold. First, we review the extant studies that combine these two governance modes: alliance and acquisitions. Second, drawing on the dominant strategic management theories, we highlight how prior inter-firm alliances inform future acquisitions in terms of (a) pre-combination decisions, (b) post-deal integration processes, (c) alternatives and strategies, and (d) performance outcomes. Finally, in view of the emerging trends and evocative gaps, we offer a conceptual road map to encourage future theoretical development and empirical research. Copyright
An analysis of annual reports from the sustainable development goals perspective
(Emerald Publishing, 2023) Hacıhasanoğlu, Erk; Ünlüsoy, Ömer Faruk; Madenoğlu, Fatma Selen; 0000-0002-3252-5720; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Hacıhasanoğlu, Erk; Ünlüsoy, Ömer Faruk; Madenoğlu, Fatma Selen
Purpose – The sustainable development goals (SDGs) are introduced to guide achieving the sustainable goals and tackle the global problems. United Nations members may perform activities to achieve the predetermined goals and report on their SDG activities. The comprehension and commitment of several stakeholders are essential for the effective implementation of the SDGs. Countries encourage their stakeholders to perform and report their activities to meet the SDGs. The purpose of this study is to investigate the extent to which corporations’ annual reports address the SDGs to assess and comprehend their level of commitment to, priority of and integration of SDGs within their reporting structure. This research makes it easier to evaluate corporations’ sustainability performance and contributions to global sustainability goals by looking at the extent to which they address the SDGs. Design/methodology/approach – In the study, it is revealed to what extent the reports meet the SDGs with the multilabel text classification approach. The SDG classification is carried out by examining the report with the help of a text analysis tool based on an enhanced version of gradient boosting. The implementation of a machine learning-based model allowed it to determine which SDGs are associated with the company’s operations without the requirement for the report’s authors to perform so. Therefore, instead of reading the texts to seek for ‘‘SDG’’ evidence as typically occurs in the literature, SDG proof was searched in relevant texts. Findings – To show the feasibility of the study, the annual reports of the leading companies in Turkey are examined, and the results are interpreted. The study produced results including insights into the sustainable practices of businesses, priority SDG selection, benchmarking and business comparison, gaps and improvement opportunities identification and representation of the SDGs’ importance. Originality/value – The findings of the analysis of annual reports indicate which SDGs they are concerned about. A gap in the literature can be noticed in the analysis of annual reports of companies that fall under a particular framework. In addition, it has sparked the idea of conducting research on a global scale and in a time series. With the aid of this research, decision-making procedures can be guided, and advancements toward the SDGs can be achieved.
Antecedents of Private-Label Brand Purchase Intention: An Experimental Analysis
(ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD2-4 PARK SQUARE, MILTON PARK, ABINGDON OX14 4RN, OXON, ENGLAND, 2021) Ipek, Ilayda; Yilmaz, Cengiz; 0000-0001-7095-4078; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Yilmaz, Cengiz
Recent decades have witnessed a growing attention toward private-label brands (PLBs), which also have become of critical importance in emerging markets. Building on this, the main purpose of this empirical research is to investigate the differential influences of individual factors (i.e., socio-demographic aspects, individual differences, and perceptual variables), contextual factors (i.e., distinctive packaging, price promotion, and store image), and attitude toward PLB on PLB purchase intention in an emerging-market context. To serve this purpose, a scenario-based experimental design (N = 351) was used. The findings of the study reveal that prior experience with PLBs, the degree of reliance by consumer extrinsic cues, store image, and attitude toward PLB are precursors of PLB purchase intention, which was found to be inversely related to age, level of purchasing risk, distinctive packaging, and price promotion. This empirical inquiry is expected to provide useful insights into the PLB literature, as it unveils how PLB implications may vary in an emerging-market context.
Barriers To Strategy Implementation In Turkey's Healthcare Industry: Hospital Manager Perspectives
(TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD, 2021) Saffet Ocak; Omer Faruk Aladag; Mehmet Ali Koseoglu; Brian King; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Aladag, Omer Faruk
Although strategy implementation has profound implications for delivering efficient service, it has been largely neglected in the healthcare management literature. This study explores the barriers to effective implementation of strategic plans in healthcare organizations. To achieve this end, empirical data were collected from 185 hospital managers in Turkey using a survey-based methodology. A descriptive analysis was undertaken of the survey responses to determine the most important barriers to strategy implementation. The most significant barriers undermining strategy implementation efforts were found to be: low employee motivation, an exclusive focus on financial performance and lack of consensus among decision makers.
Business model adaptation as a strategic response to crises: navigating the COVID-19 pandemic
(EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTDHOWARD HOUSE, WAGON LANE, BINGLEY BD16 1WA, W YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND, 2021) Chanyasak, Teerawut; Koseoglu, Mehmet Ali; King, Brian; Aladag, Omer Faruk; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Aladag, Omer Faruk
Purpose This study aims to explore how hotels adapt their business models as a strategic response to crisis situations. It sheds light on the processes and methods of business model adaptation during severe crisis situations, such as the COVID-19 outbreak. Design/methodology/approach A single-case study was conducted. Data were collected from the owner/manager of a boutique hotel chain in Chiang Mai, Thailand through an extensive interviewing process. The authors also examined corporate documents. The authors then re-organized the material as a coherent narrative about how the company navigated the COVID-19 crisis. Findings The findings show that the hotels in the study adapted their business models by cutting costs through stopping non-essential operations, increasing non-room revenues and adding new revenue channels, bringing in cash from advance bookings, securing financial support from creditors, leveraging government support and training staff for the "new normal." Originality/value Few previous studies have focused on business model adaptation during the COVID-19 crisis. The investigation of this largely neglected area provides two main contributions. First, it extends the literature on crisis management in hospitality firms by examining business model adaptation patterns and processes during unprecedented crisis conditions. Second, it provides managerial insights and a business model adjustment framework to help practitioners in urban settings in their efforts toward recovery from the COVID crisis.
Business process management in hotels: with a focus on delivering quality guest service
(SPRINGER, 2019) Özdemir, Ali İhsan; Çolak, Abdullah; Shmilli, Jerina; 0000-0002-5037-8760; 0000-0002-9616-3060; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Özdemir, Ali İhsan; Çolak, Abdullah
In this study business process management as a tool of improvement service quality is introduced and it is examined that how it can be used to improve service quality in hotel sector. It is assumed that re-engineering of the business processes in hotel may contribute to optimize the operational processes and service by focusing on guest service. All the interactions and transactions between the guest and the hotel during her/his stay, determine the type and nature of front ofce operations. The stages of guest stay are: (a) pre-arrival, (b) arrival and accommodation, (c) stay, and (d) departure. Each steps are analyzed and business process improvements are applied by case study approach in a hotel which is one of the biggest hotel in Tirana, Albania. As a result of this study valuable recommendations are developed to enhance guest service quality
A comparative analysis of international and domestic acquisitions: What drives acquirer competitiveness?
(Inderscience Publishers, 2018) Genc, Omer Faruk; Zakaria, Rimi; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Genc, Omer Faruk
Despite several decades of research in the context of mergers and acquisitions (M&As), an understanding of acquirer competitiveness in international vis-à-vis domestic acquisitions remains inconclusive. This empirical study presents a comparative framework to identify a set of intangible factors that differentiate the long-term competitiveness of acquirers engaging in both of these types of acquisitions. Building on the information asymmetry logic, we find that access to accurate information, acquirers’ research and development (R&D) intensity, and similarity between the acquirer and the target play a vital role in determining the overall competitiveness of acquirers. Using a sample of all the M&As that occurred between 1985 and 2007 and applying a matching control methodology, sound comparisons are made to draw conclusions. From a theoretical standpoint, the findings help generalise the importance of intangible factors from the contextual, acquirer-centric, and dyadic angles. From a practical viewpoint, the conclusions enable managers to evaluate their firms’ preparedness for international vis-à-vis domestic acquisitions.
A comparison of proactive and reactive environmental strategies in green product innovation
(INDERSCIENCE ENTERPRISES LTD, WORLD TRADE CENTER BLDG, 29 ROUTE DE PRE-BOIS, CASE POSTALE 856, CH-1215 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, 01.09.2019) Genc, Ebru; Di Benedetto, C. Anthony; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü
Companies are exposed to different kinds of pressures to respond to environmental sustainability issues. It is critical to understand how firms integrate environmental issues into their corporate agendas and how these integration strategies affect corporate performance. This paper investigates factors that motivate firms to adopt environmental marketing strategies and their relative impact on green product innovation performance. A comprehensive conceptual framework is developed and tested that portrays the antecedents and consequences of environmental marketing strategy (EMS). The results show that developing environmental strategies that exceed regulations (proactive strategies) leads to better new product performance than those that only adhere to regulations (reactive strategies). In addition, we find that commitment from top management becomes critical only for proactive strategies, not for reactive strategies. Finally, with regard to the consequences, we show that environmental marketing strategies lead to new product advantage and, ultimately, improved sustainable new product performance.
Cross-functional integration in the sustainable new product development process: The role of the environmental specialist
(ELSEVIER SCIENCE INC, 2015) Genc, Ebru; Di Benedetto, C. Anthony; 0000-0002-6532-3906; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Genc, Ebru
Companies in the twenty-first century are exposed to a variety of pressures to respond to environmental issues, and responding to these pressures affects several aspects of business such as purchasing, marketing and logistics. Managers increasingly view sustainability as a complement to their corporate agendas, or even as an opportunity. It is important to understand how firms integrate environmental issues into their businesses and how these integration strategies affect performance. The process of sustainable new product development (SNPD) is a key strategic focus to achieve economic and environmental sustainability. This paper examines the integration of environmental specialists into new product development teams that are composed of other functional specialists including marketing, manufacturing, and R&D personnel, and its impact on SNPD project performance across three stages: concept development, product development, and product commercialization. We empirically test our theoretical model using a sample of 219 firms from a range of business-to-business industries. We present evidence that integrating an environmental specialist into a new product team has a positive influence on SNPD project performance beyond what the traditional members of such a team would accomplish. We analyze this relationship across the stages of SNPD to obtain a clearer picture of the effects of this integration. In particular, the integration of the environmental specialist was more effective on SNPD project performance in the final stage of the SNPD process when the product was being launched; this effect is even greater for high-innovative projects.
Determining critical success factors related to the effect of supply chain integration and competition capabilities on business performance
(SPRINGER, 2015) Ozdemir, Ali Ihsan; Simonetti, Biagio; Jannelli, Roberto; 0000-0002-6786-0262; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Ozdemir, Ali Ihsan
This study analyzes those critical success factors related to supply chain integration (SCI) and competition capabilities (CC) and which have more effect on business performance (BP) by using a structural equation model. For this purpose, the relationship between integration, CC and BP has been analyzed. Data was obtained from the survey that applied to Turkish Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) and we examined the critical factors by using a Structural Equation Model to analyze which factors have more effect on BP. As a result of the study it was found that there are positive associations between SCI and CC, and both SCI-CC and BP and it was also found that most critical factor that affects BP is reliability and the least important one is lower price.
Extending the technology acceptance model to explain how perceived augmented reality affects consumers' perceptions
(PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD, 2022) Oyman, Mine; Bal, Dondu; Ozer, Serhat; 0000-0001-7626-6487; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Ozer, Serhat
Today, reaching consumers through interactive methods has become one of the primary goals of the brands. As a result of this, smartphones have turned into tools brands can use to start an interaction with consumers. Due to augmented reality (AR)-supported mobile applications, brands can both provide consumers with detailed information about products and services, and also affect consumers’ perceptions. The main purpose of this research is to determine the effect of augmented reality use in mobile applications on consumers’ behavioral intentions towards the use of the mobile application and perceptions underlying this effect. In this study, by employing the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the effect of augmented reality on behavioral intentions for mobile application use was examined through a structural equation modeling (SEM). Additionally, the effects of the technology anxiety (TA) and consumer novelty seeking (CNS) on perceived augmented reality were also examined. An augmented reality-supported mobile application which makes trying cosmetic products virtually on possible, was used by female consumers (n = 278). The data was collected through a questionnaire. The results indicated that the CNS had a positive and direct effect on perceived augmented reality (PAR); PAR had a positive and direct effect on perceived enjoyment (PE), perceived usefulness (PU), perceived informativeness (PI), and perceived ease of use (PEU). It was also determined that the PE, PU, PI had positive and direct effects on the behavioral intentions to use the application (BIUA).
Gigification, job engagement and satisfaction: the moderating role of AI enabled system automation in operations management
(TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD2-4 PARK SQUARE, MILTON PARK, ABINGDON OR14 4RN, OXON, ENGLAND, 2021) Braganza, Ashley; Chen, Weifeng; Canhoto, Ana; Sap, Serap; 0000-0002-2560-4105; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Sap, Serap
Innovative and highly efficient Artificial Intelligence System Automation (AI-SA) is reshaping jobs and the nature of work throughout supply chain and operations management. It can have one of three effects on existing jobs: no effect, eliminate whole jobs, or eliminate those parts of a job that are automated. This paper focuses on the jobs that remain after the effects of AI-SA, albeit with alterations. We use the term Gigification to describe these jobs, as we posit that the jobs that remain share characteristics of gig work. Our study examines the relationship between Gigification, job engagement and job satisfaction. We develop a theoretical framework to examine the impact of system automation on job satisfaction and job engagement, which we test via 232 survey responses. Our findings show that, while Gigification increases job satisfaction and engagement, AI-SA weakens the positive impact of Gigification on these important worker outcomes. We posit that, over time, the effects of AI-SA on workers is that full-time, permanent jobs will give way to gigified jobs. For future research, we suggest further theory development and testing of the Gigification of operations and supply chain work.
Grasp based metaheuristic approach for dynamic flexible job shop scheduling problem.
(2020) Alper Hamza Dayı; Fatma Selen MADENOĞLU; Adil Baykasoğlu; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü
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Greedy randomized adaptive search for dynamic flexible job-shop scheduling
(ELSEVIER SCI LTD, THE BOULEVARD, LANGFORD LANE, KIDLINGTON, OXFORD OX5 1GB, OXON, ENGLAND, 2020) Baykasoglu, Adil; Madenoglu, Fatma S.; Hamzadayi, Alper; 0000-0002-5577-4471; 0000-0002-4952-7239; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü
Dynamic flexible job shop scheduling problem is studied under the events such as new order arrivals, changes in due dates, machine breakdowns, order cancellations, and appearance of urgent orders. This paper presents a constructive algorithm which can solve FJSP and DFJSP with machine capacity constraints and sequence-dependent setup times, and employs greedy randomized adaptive search procedure (GRASP). Besides, Order Review Release (ORR) mechanism and order acceptance/rejection decisions are also incorporated into the proposed method in order to adjust capacity execution considering customer due date requirements. The lexicographic method is utilized to assess the objectives: schedule instability, makespan, mean tardiness and mean flow time. A group of experiments is also carried out in order to verify the suitability of the GRASP in solving the flexible job shop scheduling problem. Benchmark problems are formed for different problem scales with dynamic events. The event-driven rescheduling strategy is also compared with periodical rescheduling strategy. Results of the extensive computational experiment presents that proposed approach is very effective and can provide reasonable schedules under event-driven and periodic scheduling scenarios.
Greedy randomized adaptive search procedure for simultaneous scheduling of production and preventive maintenance activities in dynamic flexible job shops
(SPRINGERONE NEW YORK PLAZA, SUITE 4600 , NEW YORK, NY 10004, UNITED STATES, 2021) Baykasoglu, Adil; Madenoglu, Fatma S.; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Madenoglu, Fatma S.
In the present study, we proposed a greedy randomized adaptive search procedure (GRASP) for integrated scheduling of dynamic flexible job shops with a novel preventive maintenance policy. In most of the real-life scheduling practices, unexpected and unknown events occur frequently, which necessitates solving operations and maintenance scheduling problems dynamically. Dynamic events like new order arrival, machine breakdown, changes in due date, order cancellation, and urgent order are considered in this study. Moreover, order acceptance/rejection decisions and an order review release mechanism are also taken into account in order to enhance the overall performance by adjusting capacity regarding to customer due date requirements. Four objectives namely mean tardiness, schedule instability, makespan, and mean flow time are considered within a lexicographic programming logic. Random test instances are generated for the stated dynamic scheduling problem. In order to confirm the applicability of the proposed GRASP-based algorithm, extensive experiments were also conducted on well-known job shop scheduling benchmark instances and flexible job shop scheduling benchmark instances with preventive maintenance activities. Computational experiments conducted under various experimental settings such as flexibility level and due date tightness in addition to different preventive maintenance policies. To the best of our knowledge, the present study presents the first attempt through GRASP for simultaneous dynamic scheduling of operations and preventive maintenance activities in flexible job shops. Results of the extensive computational experiments demonstrate that simultaneous scheduling of manufacturing operations and preventive maintenance activities is a viable and effective approach for performance improvement in dynamic flexible job shop scheduling environments.
Green vehicle routing problem
(Nova Science Publishers, Inc., 2024) Madenoglu, Fatma Selen; 0000-0002-5577-4471; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Madenoglu, Fatma Selen
The decrease in natural resources, the fact that greenhouse gases cause global warming, and consumers' sensitivity to environmental, and health issues have forced businesses to develop sustainable strategies. The idea of "green logistics," which is focused on carrying out economically sensible environmental activities when producing goods and services, has gained significant relevance for this reason. Transportation activity is one of the most basic costs of logistics activity. Due to the fuels used in transportation and the greenhouse gases released, it has become vital to develop and implement sustainable and green energy policies in logistics activities. Green logistics has become one of the areas that needs to be emphasized. A metaheuristic is presented and proposed to solve the vehicle routing problem, which is a type of vehicle routing problem involved in optimizing simultaneous pickup and delivery considering carbon emissions in logistics activities. A green logistics approach is presented in order to guide businesses that aim to produce services in accordance with sustainable and green energy policies.
The impact of perceived social media interactivity on brand trust. The mediating role of perceived social media agility and the moderating role of brand value
(2023) Bozkurt, Sıddık; Gligor, David; Ozer, Serhat; Sarp, Serap; Srivastava, Rajesh; 0000-0001-7626-6487; 0000-0002-2560-4105; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Ozer, Serhat; Sarp, Serap
Although earlier studies shed light on the signifcance of perceived social media interactivity, its impact on perceived social media agility and brand trust has yet to be thoroughly investigated. The current study addresses this gap by examining the complex relationship between perceived social media interactivity, brand trust, perceived social media agility, and brand value. To further unpack these complex relationships, the current study investigates the role of gender as a moderating variable on the moderation efect of brand value between perceived social media interactivity and perceived social media agility. In this regard, an online survey (N=275) was conducted to measure the constructs of interest. PROCESS Models 1, 3, and 4 were used to test the research hypotheses. The results show that individuals perceive highly interactive brands as more agile on social media, leading to high brand trust levels. The results also indicate that the positive link between perceived social media interactivity and perceived social media agility is contingent on consumers’ perceived brand value. The results further display that the conditional efect of perceived social media interactivity on perceived social media agility as a function of brand value is moderated by consumers’ gender. Most interestingly, the conditional efect of perceived social media interactivity on perceived social media agility as a function of brand value is only signifcant for men.
Industry 4.0: A bibliometric analysis
(Nova Science Publishers, Inc., 2023) Madenoğlu, Fatma Selen; 0000-0002-5577-4471; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Madenoğlu, Fatma Selen
With the emergence of Industry 4.0, organizations' interest in digital transformation has significantly expanded to remain competitive. As a result, organizational digital transformations have appeared. Nowadays, machine learning is built into every device, and automation has taken center stage. This paper presents a bibliometric study and in-depth research on the most recent advancements in the "Industry 4.0" field. The top 10 most cited publications and authors, main research areas, publications, and countries are all examined as part of the bibliometric study, which also extracts data on the overall number of publications and citations. The organizational transformation highlighted in the publications is then examined after a detailed analysis of the most cited publications. In this paper, the publications on Industry 4.0 are examined and in addition, publications that deal with Industry 4.0 and organizational transformation are presented.
Is Publishing Country-of-Design Information Beneficial for MNCs?
(ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD2-4 PARK SQUARE, MILTON PARK, ABINGDON OX14 4RN, OXON, ENGLAND, 2017) Genc, Ebru; Wang, Shih-Ching; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü
In this study, we examined the effect of a countering strategy of manipulating country-of-manufacturing (COM) with country-of-design (COD) information that has been adopted by multinational corporations (MNCs). We conducted a (2 (COM: China vs. Italy) *3 (COD: China vs. Italy vs. None) *2 (Consumption Context: Public use vs. Private use) mixed factorial design to test the interaction effect of COM and COD in varying levels of country development and in different consumption contexts. We found that, counter-intuitively, it is not advantageous to signify design location at developed countries if manufacturing in developing countries. Contrarily, emphasizing design location at developed countries has a reinforcing positive effect for firms manufacturing at developed countries as well. Second, compared to products typically used in private, COM has significantly higher impact on product evaluation and purchase intention for products used in public. However, our results showed no interaction effect between consumption context and COD.
Managing transportation in supply chain: Metaheuristics for solving a capacitated fixed-charge transportation problem
(IGI Global, 2021) Madenoğlu, Fatma Selen; 0000-0002-5577-4471; AGÜ, Yönetim Bilimleri Fakültesi, İşletme Bölümü; Madenoğlu, Fatma Selen
Supply chain management is the managing of all processes of goods, services, and information from suppliers to customers. Transportation network design is an important part of effective supply chain management. This chapter presents the two-stage fixed-charge transportation problem in a supply chain to minimize the total cost containing the opening cost of distribution centers, transportation cost from manufacture to distribution centers and from distribution centers to customers, and fixed cost for transportation from distribution centers to customers. There are the capacity constraints on distribution centers in order to consider real life situations in this chapter. A constructive based algorithm and a population-based algorithm are proposed to solve this complex optimization problem. Taguchi experimental design is applied for determining the best combinations of parameters. The experimental studies are conducted to compare the performance of the proposed algorithms according to solution quality.

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