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INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES ON EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION VOLUME 11B
FUTURE WORKSCAPES: EMERGING BUSINESS TRENDS AND INNOVATIONS
EDITED BY
JOANNA PALISZKIEWICZ
Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland
DEMET VAROĞLU
TOBB University of Economics and Technology, Türkiye
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OLENA KULYKOVETS
Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland
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Dedication
To my friends: Magda, Marzena, Kasia, Dominika, Lucy, Beata
Thank you for always being there, for your endless inspiration, and for believing in me — J. P.
To my parents Zerrin and Kadri Bacacı – D. V.
For my sister Veronika, for her support and peace of mind – O. K.
Contents
| List of Figures and Tables | ix |
| About the Editors | xi |
| About the Contributors | xiii |
| Foreword by Ireneusz Dąbrowski | xix |
| Foreword by Fatih Çetin | xxi |
| Preface | xxiii |
| SECTION I EMERGING BUSINESS TRENDS | |
| Chapter 1 Spiritual Branding Attributes and Consumer Buying Intention: The Proposal of Conceptual Model | |
| Ngoc Bich Do, Y Nhu Nguyen Luu, Vi Thai Huyen Kim and Viet Chi Duong | 3 |
| Chapter 2 Factors Affecting Career Commitment of Public Servants in Vietnam: Perspectives of Investment Model and Moderation Effects of Perceived Economic Conditions | |
| Quang-An Ha | 13 |
| Chapter 3 Effects of Working Motivation on Efficiency and Work Satisfaction: Case of Employees at the Software Company | |
| Pham Duc Chính, Yen Nguyen Thi and Ma Thi Ngan | 27 |
| Chapter 4 Rethinking Organizational Hierarchy: A Critical Analysis of Strategic Management Schools | |
| Mehmet Barca and Semih Ceyhan | 45 |
| Chapter 5 Placing Non-managerial Employees in the Management Theories: Toward a Theoretical Advancement | |
| Mehmet Barca | 59 |
| SECTION II INNOVATIONS AND BUSINESS PRACTICES | |
| Chapter 6 A Study on Environment, Social and Governance Disclosure in the Case of the Packaging Sector in Romania | |
| Anca Draghici, Gabriela Banaduc, Roxana Mihaela Sirbu and Tamas-Szora Attila | 91 |
| Chapter 7 Is Digitalization Bad for Trade Union Density in OECD Countries in the Age of Globalization? | |
| Orhan Cengiz and Ömer Demir | 113 |
| Chapter 8 The Role of Internal Communication and Employee Participation in Creating Health and Safety Climate: A Monographic Study | |
| Elif Sungur, Nevin Kılıç and Çiğdem Vatansever | 129 |
| Chapter 9 Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in the Global Food Processing Industry | |
| Małgorzata Wiktoria Paprocka | 143 |
| Index | 155 |
List of Figures and Tables
| FIGURES | ||
| Fig. 1.1. | Proposed Conceptual Model. | 7 |
| Fig. 2.1. | A Conceptual Model Proposed Main Factors Affecting Career Commitment of Public Servants in Vietnam Public Organizations. | 20 |
| Fig. 3.1. | Proposed Research Model. | 32 |
| Fig. 3.2. | CFA (Modification) Model Outcomes. | 35 |
| Fig. 3.3. | Results of SEM Model Research (Modified). | 37 |
| Fig. 6.1. | The Theoretical Framework of the IVC Process. | 96 |
| Fig. 6.2. | Study Stages. | 98 |
| Fig. 6.3. | The Conceptual Model Design of the Study. | 99 |
| Fig. 7.1. | Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2023. | 116 |
| Fig. 7.2. | Trade Union Density: Percentage of Employees in OECD Countries. | 117 |
| Fig. 7.3. | Estimation Techniques. | 120 |
| Fig. 8.1. | Hierarchical Code–Subcode of Communication Map. | 139 |
| Fig. 8.2. | Safety Climate Model as Grounded Theory. | 139 |
| Fig. 9.1. | Documents by Year. | 146 |
| Fig. 9.2. | Documents by Subject Area. | 147 |
| TABLES | ||
| Table 3.1. | Assessment Criteria and CFA Results. | 36 |
| Table 3.2. | Testing the Discrimination Between Concepts From the Critical Model. | 36 |
| Table 3.3. | Relationships Between Concepts in the Research Model. | 38 |
| Table 3.4. | Bootstrap. | 39 |
| Table 6.1. | Synthesis of the Data on ESG and/or Sustainability Reports of the Packaging Companies Considered in the Research. | 99 |
| Table 6.2. | Total Code Units Over the Data Set (Code System). | 102 |
| Table 6.3. | Total Code Units in the Data Set Sorted by Descending Frequency Per Each Company. | 104 |
| Table 6.4. | Synthesis of the Research Findings From the Content Analysis. | 107 |
| Table 6.5. | Synthesis of the Research Findings From the Validation Stage. | 107 |
| Table 7.1. | Summary of Literature Review. | 118 |
| Table 7.2. | Data Description. | 119 |
| Table 7.3. | Descriptive Statistics. | 122 |
| Table 7.4. | The CSD and Slope Heterogeneity Tests Results. | 123 |
| Table 7.5. | The CIPS Unit Root Test Results. | 123 |
| Table 7.6. | Generalized Panel Quantile Regression Results. | 124 |
| Table 7.7. | The D–H Panel Causality Test Results. | 124 |
| Table 8.1. | Code Frequency Matrix of FG Interviews. | 137 |
About the Editors
Joanna Paliszkiewicz works as a Full Professor at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (WULS–SGGW). She is the Director of the Management Institute. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Vaasa in Finland. She obtained the academic title Full Professor from the International School for Social and Business Studies in Slovenia. She is well recognized in Poland and abroad for her expertise in management issues: knowledge management and trust management. She has published over 250 papers/manuscripts and is the author/co-author/editor of 21 books. Currently, she serves as the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Management and Production Engineering Review. She is an Associate Editor for the Journal of Computer Information Systems, Expert System With Applications, Issues in Information Systems, Przegląd Organizacji, and Intelligent Systems With Applications. She serves as the President of the International Association for Computer Information Systems in the United States.
Demet Varoğlu received her B.Sc. (1983) and MBA (1986) degrees from Middle East Technical University (METU), Department of Business Administration. She completed her Ph.D. (1993) at Ankara University, Department of Business Administration and earned her Associate Professor degree in the field of Organizational Behavior in 2000. Starting from the position of Research Assistantship (1984), she was among the academic staff of METU Department of Business Administration for more than 20 years. Between 2004 and 2006, she served as the Chairperson of the Gender and Women Studies Program at METU. Since 2006, she has been working at TOBB University of Economics and Technology, Department of Business Administration. She is the first female academician who received the full professor title (March 2018) in her department and is currently a member of the university senate. Besides introductory and/or must courses on business administration, management, organizational behavior, and human resource management, she has taught and continues to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses on power and politics in organizations, gender issues in organizations and negotiation. She has national and international publications on power and politics, gender, conflict management, information sharing, leadership, and employee selection decisions. Her current research interests are diversity and discrimination at the workplace, counter-productive work behaviors, and emotions in organizations. Together with two colleagues, she received the Turkish Education Association’s 1999 National Award on Education Research.
Olena Kulykovets is an Assistant Professor at the Management Institute at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. She obtained her PhD in 2022 in the discipline of Management and Quality Sciences at the University of Warsaw, Faculty of Management. Her scientific interests focus on topics related to non-standard marketing tools, as well as the use of modern technologies in the field of scientific research, and the use of artificial intelligence to support the marketing activities of enterprises.
About the Contributors
Tamas-Szora Attila is a Full Professor at “1 Decembrie 1918” University of Alba Iulia, Romania, where he also serves as President of the University Senate. He specializes in finance and accounting, with expertise in consultancy, auditing, evaluation, and financing programs. He has been a faculty member since 1993 and is currently an Associate Lecturer at UBB Cluj-Napoca and the West University of Timisoara. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Body of Expert and Licensed Accountants of Romania, where he served as President of the Alba Branch from 2013 to 2015, and the Chamber of Tax Consultants of Romania. He is also affiliated with ANEVAR, the Chamber of Financial Auditors, and the National Union of Insolvency Practitioners.
Gabriela Banaduc is PhD student at the Politehnica University of Timisoara under the supervision of Professor Anca Draghici. Her research field of interest is sustainability management in the case of designing, planning, and implementing great investment projects (financed by structural funds) for local development. She is also a public servant in charge of the Projects and Planning Department at the Caransebes City Hall, in Romania.
Mehmet Barca is a Professor of Management and Organization at the Social Sciences University of Ankara, Turkey. He earned his MBA and PhD from Leicester University, UK. His research areas include strategic management, human resource management (HRM), knowledge management, and change management, with publications in prestigious journals such as Strategic Organization and the Journal of Strategy and Management. He authored Economic Foundations of Strategic Management (Ashgate, 2003; Routledge, 2017). With nearly 30 years of academic experience and over 20 years in professional consultancy, he has developed strategic plans and HRM functions for public, private, and nonprofit organizations. He has also held leadership roles as dean, vice rector, and rector and currently serves as an independent board member for several companies, including those listed on the stock market.
Orhan Cengiz is an Associate Professor at Çukurova University, Pozanti Vocational School, Department of Accounting and Taxation, Adana/Türkiye. He received his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Economics from Çukurova University. His research focuses on globalization, the role of the state, the international political economy, and economic development.
Semih Ceyhan works as Associate Professor at the Management Department of Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University Business School. He completed his PhD in 2019 on the subject of “Dominant Management Logics in Siyasetnamas.” His interest areas include management, spirituality and religion, Islamic management, strategic management, and entrepreneurship. Some of his work appeared in high-ranked journals such as The International Journal of Human Resource Management, International Journal of Emerging Markets, Kybernetes, and Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing.
Ömer Demir is an Assistant Professor at Şırnak University, Silopi Vocational School, Department of Management and Organization, Sirnak, Türkiye. He studied engineering for two years at Çukurova University, Adana, Türkiye, and received an associate degree in Law from Anadolu University, Eskişehir, Türkiye. He earned his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees in Economics from Çukurova University. During his undergraduate studies in Economics, he spent a semester as a visiting student at the Europa-Flensburg University in Flensburg, Germany, and its partner, the University of Southern Denmark in Odense, Denmark. His research in international economics focuses on international political economy with a special emphasis on globalization, digitalization, international trade, capital flows, geopolitical risk, and economic development.
Ngoc Bich Do is a Lecturer at the School of International Business and Marketing, Ho Chi Minh City. Her research interests include brand crisis management, consumer behavior, sustainability, and innovation.
Anca Draghici has a MSc degree in Machine Tool Design (1989, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania), a BSc degree in Business Management (2001, Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania), and a PhD degree in the Research Field of Machine Tool Ergonomics (2001, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania). She is a Full Professor and PhD Supervisor at Politehnica University Timisoara, Romania. Her teaching subjects are related to human resources management, ergonomics, occupational health and safety, leadership and sustainability, and knowledge management. Her research field of interest is related to organizational dynamics. She has a great international experience in different Erasmus+ projects (developing innovative learning resources for higher education and vocational training), and she is General Chair of the ErgoWork conferences series (being President of the Romanian Ergonomics and Workplace Management Society, ErgoWork) and Program Co-chair of the International Symposium in Management conferences series. Also, she is a prestigious member of the Romanian Academic Society of Management.
Pham Duc Chính is a Lecturer at the University of Economics and Law of Vietnam National University. His major and main research interests are human resources management.
Viet Chi Duong is an undergraduate student at University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. He has achieved two prizes in research competition namely “UEH Youth Researcher 2023” and KQM-AR 2023, respectively, at his university and an accepted paper in Second International Congress on Blue and Gray Collar Workers hosted by Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Management Institute Warsaw, Poland. His main research field focuses on marketing management, international business, and technology innovation.
Quang-An Ha is currently a Full-time Lecturer at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City. He received a PhD in Business Administration from the College of Management, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan. His researches are published in Behaviour and Information Technology, Computers in Human Behaviour, International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, Journal of Global Information Technology Management, International Journal of Mobile Communications, and several outstanding international conference proceedings such as Decision Science Institute (DSI), Pacific Asia Conference on Information Systems (PACIS). His research interests include knowledge management, organizational performance, social commerce, and human–computer interaction.
Nevin Kılıç is an Assistant Professor of the Department of Psychology at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Foundation University. After graduating from Middle East Technical University, Psychology, she completed her Master’s degree at the same university at Social Psychology Graduate Program and Doctorate degree at Marmara University, Department of Organizational Behavior. She has worked as a Psychologist at Traffic Foundation and specialized in the traffic psychology area. She specialized in driver selection and evaluation. At the same time, she carried out training and awareness programs on traffic safety and the development of safe driver attitudes and behaviors in the traffic and transportation sector. She works as Vice President and Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Foundation University and gives Social Psychology, Social Gender, Environmental Psychology, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology courses. Employee well-being, employee health and safety, environmental sustainability, behavioral safety, and attitudes and behaviors related to traffic are her main interests.
Vi Thai Huyen Kim is a student majoring in International Business at University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With main research interest in international business management and marketing strategies, she has a research paper that won an award in the KQM-AR 2023 competition at her university and an accepted paper at the Second International Congress of Blue and Gray Collar Workers organized by Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Management Institute Warsaw, Poland.
Y Nhu Nguyen Luu is a student majoring in Marketing at Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics (UEH), Vietnam. She has participated in many research articles related to consumer behavior and marketing strategies for businesses. Among them, one research paper won an award in the KQM-AR 2023 competition at UEH and one accepted paper at the Second International Congress of Blue and Gray Collar Workers organized by Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Management Institute Warsaw, Poland.
Ma Thi Ngan is a Lecturer at the Thai Nguyen University of Economic and Technology, Vietnam. Her major and main research interests are research methods in educational studies.
Małgorzata Wiktoria Paprocka graduated in Philosophy and Finance and Banking. Currently, she is continuing her studies at the Doctoral School of WULS in Warsaw in the discipline of Economics and Finance. She is professionally involved in banking since 2019, in the area of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk and sustainable finance. She is interested in business ethics, sustainable development, sustainable finances, and new technologies. She is privately fascinated by wildlife and photography and documentary film.
Roxana Mihaela Sirbu is PhD Assistant at Politehnica University of Timisoara, Romania, and Manager of the Structural Fund Projects Office. She has a PhD in the field of green investments from the same university (2021). She recently finalized a postdoc program at the “1 Decembrie 1918” University, Alba Iulia, Romania, developing studies on the sustainability of companies based on the analysis of environmental aspects presented in nonfinancial statements under the supervision of Prof. Attila Tamas-Szora.
Elif Sungur is an Assistant Professor of the Department of Public Relations and Publicity at İstanbul Maltepe University, also Vice Dean of Communication Faculty. Graduated from the Department of Journalism and Public Relations Faculty of Communication at Istanbul University (BA), she completed the MBA program of Istanbul University, Institute of Business Administration. She completed her Doctorate degree at Maltepe University, Department of Business Administration. She has worked as training manager in the hotel and consultancy sectors. Her academic and professional scope of interest consists of corporate social responsibility, organizational communication, and health and safety culture in organizations. She conducted and participated in several projects and also designed and developed training contents in the area of health and safety culture communication, behavioral-based safety for companies, nongovernmental organizations, and government. She is giving lectures on corporate communication, management and organization, human resources management, etc. She is a member of TAOM-Turkish Academy of Management Association.
Yen Nguyen Thi is a Lecturer at the University of Economics and Law of Vietnam National University. Her major is International Business, and her main research interests are human resources management, corporate social responsibility, and consumer behavior.
Çiğdem Vatansever after graduating from Boğaziçi University, Department of Psychology, she completed her Master’s and Doctorate degrees at Marmara University, Department of Organizational Behavior. She has worked as HR manager and specialized in recruitment, training development, and internal communication in the banking, food, and consultancy sectors. She works as a Professor at the Labor Economics and Industrial Relations Department in Namık Kemal University of Türkiye. She serves as Coordinator for FEAS University–Industry Collaboration and also develops social innovation projects through the university’s R&D and technology development zone. People and culture management, employee health and safety, work and non-work life balance, social sustainability, and leadership development are her main interest areas.
Foreword by Ireneusz Dąbrowski
In an era of unprecedented technological advances and rapidly changing economic landscapes, organizations face many challenges and opportunities. In this dynamic context, Future Workscapes: Emerging Business Trends and Innovations provides a timely and insightful exploration of the trends shaping the future of business. This volume is a testament to the collaborative efforts of leading scholars and practitioners who delve deeply into the nuances of contemporary business practices and strategies.
The first section, “Emerging Business Trends,” sets the stage with a compelling examination of the latest developments in the business world. It begins with an insightful analysis of spiritual brand attributes and their influence on consumer purchase intentions. Subsequent chapters offer a detailed study of the factors influencing career commitment among civil servants in Vietnam and an exploration of the impact of work motivation on efficiency and satisfaction in the software industry. In addition, a critical analysis of strategic management schools argues for a more inclusive approach by integrating non-managerial employees into management theories.
The second section, “Innovations and Business Practices,” shifts the focus to practical strategies and innovative approaches that companies can adopt to maintain their competitive edge. This section includes an in-depth examination of environmental, social, and governance disclosures in the Romanian packaging sector, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability. It also addresses the controversial issue of the impact of digitalization on trade union density in Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, providing critical insights into how technology and globalization are reshaping labor dynamics. In addition, this book presents a monographic study on the role of internal communication and worker participation in fostering a health and safety climate in organizations. The final chapter highlights the importance of corporate social responsibility in the global food processing industry, emphasizing the need for sustainable and ethical business practices.
This book provides a comprehensive overview of emerging trends and innovative practices, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand and navigate the future of business. Future Workscapes: Emerging Business Trends and Innovations is not just a collection of academic insights; it is a guide for business leaders, policymakers, and academics who want to understand the evolving business landscape. The rigorous research and diverse perspectives presented in this book make it essential reading for those seeking to stay ahead in an increasingly complex and competitive global marketplace.
This book provides forward-looking knowledge based on practical realities. I hope that readers will find it enlightening and inspiring, and that it will serve as a catalyst for continued innovation and strategic growth in their respective fields.
Associate Professor, Dr Ireneusz Dąbrowski
SGH Warsaw School of Economics
Foreword by Fatih Çetin
In today’s era of rapid digital transformation in the workplace, the book Future Workscapes: Emerging Business Trends and Innovations provides valuable views into the future of work, exploring significant changes in a timely manner. This book is a joint effort, leveraging the knowledge of experts from various disciplines and regions. It is divided into two primary sections, each carefully designed to explore essential elements of the business trends and innovative business practices.
The first section investigates current business trends, including spiritual branding, career development, motivation of information technology (IT) professionals, organizational hierarchy, and the dynamics of non-managerial employees. These topics are crucial for understanding how modern businesses operate and thrive in a competitive environment. The discussions in this section offer a nuanced view of the challenges and opportunities that businesses face today. The second section focuses on innovative business practices. It addresses environmental sustainability, social responsibility, digitalization, effective communication, and corporate social responsibility. These practices are increasingly becoming the cornerstone of successful business strategies, as companies recognize the importance of integrating these elements into their core operations. This section not only highlights best practices but also provides practical guidance for implementation.
As the business world continues to evolve, the insights and strategies presented in this book will serve as a valuable resource for scholars, practitioners, and anyone interested in staying ahead in the ever-changing business landscape. The collaborative nature of this work, combined with the expertise of its contributors, ensures that readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of both the current trends and the innovative practices shaping the future of business.
Prof. Dr Fatih Çetin
Baskent University
Preface
The world of business is evolving, driven by technological advancements, globalization, and shifting societal expectations. Organizations must stay ahead of emerging trends to thrive in this dynamic environment and continually innovate their practices. With this objective in mind, we present Future Workscapes: Emerging Business Trends and Innovations.
This book is a collaborative effort of scholars and experts from diverse fields, offering a comprehensive examination of contemporary business trends and the innovative practices that are shaping the future. The contributors have provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that modern businesses face and how they can strategically navigate this complex landscape.
The first section, “Emerging Business Trends,” explores the latest developments and theoretical advancements in the business world. It begins with an in-depth analysis of spiritual branding attributes and their impact on consumer buying intentions. It presents a conceptual model that sets the stage for understanding the nuanced ways consumer behavior evolves. This is followed by a detailed study of the factors affecting the career commitment of public servants in Vietnam, highlighting the perspectives of investment models and the moderation effects of perceived economic conditions. Complementing these discussions is an examination of working motivation and its effects on efficiency and work satisfaction in the software industry. Additionally, there is a critical analysis of strategic management schools, advocating for the inclusion of non-managerial employees in management theories. These discussions provide a robust foundation for rethinking traditional organizational hierarchies and fostering more inclusive management practices.
The second section, “Innovations and Business Practices,” focuses on practical strategies and innovative approaches that businesses can adopt to stay competitive. This includes an exploration of environmental, social, and governance disclosure in the packaging sector in Romania, underscoring the growing importance of transparency and accountability. The contentious issue of digitalization’s impact on trade union density in OECD countries is tackled, offering critical insights into how globalization and technological advancements are reshaping labor dynamics. This is followed by a monographic study on the role of internal communication and employee participation in creating a health and safety climate within organizations. Finally, the significance of corporate social responsibility in the global food processing industry is discussed, emphasizing the need for businesses to integrate sustainable and ethical practices into their operations.
Immense gratitude is extended to all the contributors for their rigorous research and thought-provoking analyses, which have made this book a valuable resource for academics, practitioners, and policymakers alike. Deep appreciation is also extended to the readers, whose engagement and interest drive the continuous exploration of business innovation and trends.
As you delve into the chapters of Future Workscapes: Emerging Business Trends and Innovations, it is hoped that you find inspiration, practical knowledge, and strategic insights to navigate in the rapidly evolving business landscape.
Joanna Paliszkiewicz, Demet Varoğlu, and Olena Kulykovets
Editors
