..., assess the perceived benefits and challenges and provide a clearer understanding of the strategic role these tools play in enhancing transparency, efficiency and sustainability. Design/methodology/approach This study conducts a systematic literature review to explore the evolution, application...

...Chih-Hsing Liu; Ngan Nguyen Hoang Thanh; Yen-Po Fang Purpose This study examines the growing trend of open kitchens in the restaurant industry and their impact on building restaurant credibility. With increasing customer demand for transparency in food preparation, this research explores how...

... sustainable foods affect their perceived blockchain transparency (BT) and (2) examines factors influencing their willingness to pay a premium for a blockchain-enabled traceable menu. Design/methodology/approach Participants aged 18 or above with prior experience purchasing sustainable foods at full...

... of the commons, this paper aims to test the role played by social capital and transparency in reducing customer's lethargy and thus enhancing AFN performance in terms of frequency and quantity of purchases made by customers. Design/methodology/approach An ordered probit model was used to analyse data from...

... transparency and traceability system (TTS). Design/methodology/approach A questionnaire survey of 141 consumers reveals their opinions about TTSs. In addition, semi-structured interviews with seven retail managers, four government officials and one blockchain service provider (Project Provenance Ltd...

... in the firm's communication, provided that the firm commits to eliminate its unethical practices. Research limitations/implications Voluntary negative social disclosure will not hurt a firm's performance in terms of sales, given the disclosure is transparent and this suggests a credible commitment...