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The core success of digital transformation among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) still needs to be clarified and comprehensively discussed. Meanwhile, SMEs cannot exploit digital advantages due to their limited strategic empirical and practical knowledge. This study aims to (1) describe the research pattern in the SME's digitalization area; (2) identify the core success factors of SMEs' digital transformation to gain business success; (3) search for relevant business aspects that are necessary for SME digital transformation; and (4) develop further research agenda in the field of SMEs' digital transformation. This study uses a systematic literature review and thematic analysis to determine core success factors suggested by primary studies. The literature review suggests that (1) SMEs should consider their baseline, limitation, and idiosyncratic to develop an aligned digitalization strategy; (2) SMEs should consider starting with incremental and gradually improving digitalization; and (3) SMEs should commit to investing in education and continuous learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Adoption of an electronic marketplace (EM) business model for business-to-business (B2B) transactions has increased over the years. In part, this evolution and adoption of B2B EMs can be explained by the Internet-enabled disintermediation of the existing value chains of businesses, followed by cybermediation. This study aims to understand the platform architecture design and governance-related factors and strategic choices that influence the success of B2B EM start-ups. We draw from the literature on the 'Temple Framework' and the classification of B2B EMs by transaction content, structure, and governance to identify these critical factors. Given that the literature is primarily based in the context of developed economies, the factors and choices identified from the review are empirically validated using three case studies in the Indian B2B context. Thus, this exploratory study aims to help founder managers of emerging-economy B2B EMs by providing a checklist to avoid common pitfalls. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

ABSTRACT Most software development organizations are project based. However, statistics show that the failure rate of projects is very high. Different authors have identified factors (critical success factors) that can influence the success or failure of software projects, and that must be considered when carrying out a software project. This study is part of a research aimed at defining a framework that allows software development companies to assess the extent of the impact of critical success factors on their projects and increase the probability of project success. To achieve this goal, the first step was to identify the factors influencing software project success as reported in recent literature, as presented in this paper. A systematic literature review was conducted to obtain the list of factors that can influence the success of software projects. The list of 50 critical success factors resulting from this literature review can be used as a guide of critical aspects to be taken into consideration by the project manager when managing a project. Several gaps were identified through the literature review, such as the lack of indicators to measure the level of impact of each factor and the absence of descriptions for these factors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, manufacturers are increasingly pressured to undertake digital transformation, with smart manufacturing serving as a crucial milestone in this process. This study investigates the key factors influencing the implementation of smart manufacturing from a supply chain perspective, employing the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) to analyze collected data from senior managers of manufacturing firms. The findings highlight several critical factors, including the commitment of senior executives, the recruitment of skilled professionals, interdepartmental collaboration, and financial support. Moreover, this study reveals differing priorities between large and small manufacturers: large firms emphasize the importance of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), while smaller firms prioritize understanding end-consumer needs and product trends. This study emphasizes that smart manufacturing is not only for optimizing the operational efficiency of manufacturing firms but also for supporting sustainability efforts through more effective use of resources and reduced environmental impact of work processes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Ground handling companies (GHCs) have the highest potential for occupational accidents in the air transportation sector. Understanding the success factors of occupational health and safety management systems (OHSMSs) implemented by GHCs ensures effective and efficient use of resources. Knowing the relative importance of success factors will enable companies to focus their energies on the most important factors. The analytic hierarchy process was used to determine the relative importance of success factors. The data of the study were obtained through a questionnaire survey of participants working as occupational safety and health (OSH) managers in GHCs operating in Turkey. According to the results of the study, the most critical success factor is ‘top management support’, followed by ‘positive safety culture’. The differentiating result of the research from the literature is that ‘OSH professionals’ ranks third as an important success factor. Other success factors include ‘OHSMS practices’, ‘stakeholder attitudes and characteristics’ and ‘regulations’. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The implementation of a circular supply chain (CSC) has potential to help the Irish dairy industry mitigate their negative environmental impacts. However, the industry does not have a clear understanding on their level of readiness to implement CSC in factors that ensure success. While there have been few studies that have identified barriers and critical success factors of CSC implementation, limited attention has been given to developing a comprehensive framework capable of measuring an industry's readiness for CSC implementation, especially in the dairy industry. This study provides novelty in the development and application of a novel hybrid approach based on best–worst method and fuzzy inference system (BWM–FIS) to evaluate readiness for CSC implementation in the Irish dairy industry. By identifying a comprehensive set of readiness measures and sub-measures and integrating them into the assessment framework, we provide a valuable tool for industry stakeholders to gauge their readiness level and make informed decisions regarding CSC implementation. The applicability of the proposed approach is then demonstrated with an empirical study of the Irish dairy industry. The data was collected from 34 supply chain and senior professionals from all 13 main processing and manufacturing companies in the Irish dairy industry. The empirical results for the Irish dairy industry suggests it has a moderate level of readiness on the CSC readiness scale. This indicates that dairy manufacturers in Ireland are not yet in an ideal state of readiness for CSC implementation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sustainability is one of the emerging areas in building construction, and it is widely investigated in terms of bringing sustainable technology into construction. However, one of the biggest challenges in the construction industry is implementing sustainability. Building contractors and construction practitioners mostly struggle with the implementation of sustainability due to the lack of certain parameters that define sustainability. Therefore, this study investigates the factors for effective sustainability implementation to provide industry practitioners with the benefit of the extensive list of parameters when designing their sustainability program. To research the parameters, a questionnaire was designed and administered to construction professionals with wide experience in sustainability implementation. The respondents were asked to evaluate a set of sustainability factors in the economic, social, and environmental domains. This way, the study provides reflections from construction practitioners working on large projects. The findings indicated that Ethical and Relational Factors in economic sustainability, Historical and Social Relations Factors in social sustainability, and Material Usage Factors in environmental sustainability are the most important for effective sustainability implementation. The findings are expected to help construction practitioners understand metrics of sustainability, effectively manage their projects, and successfully implement sustainability with the consideration of proper metrics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: This study aims to develop an overall project success (OPS) model by investigating the mediation impact of value management (VM) implementation between VM critical success factors (CSFs) and OPS as well as the moderation impact of VM CSFs between VM implementation and OPS. Design/methodology/approach: In total, 335 structured questionnaires were administered to relevant stakeholders in the study area. The research used a partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to model the relationship among VM implementation, CSFs and OPS. Findings: The results revealed that there is an indirect positive and significant correlation among the variables. The model prediction analysis also significantly impacted with 59.9% on OPS by setting VM implementation as a mediator variable and 61% by setting VM CSFs as a moderation variable. Practical implications: This research work will serve as a guide or benchmark for decision-makers who want to use VM to improve the success of their building projects. Originality/value: This study fills the knowledge gap by identifying and emphasizing the impact of VM CSFs and activities on OPS. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Despite significant efforts on improving project performance through research on project success, this area of research still has unfinished nature. This suggests further work is needed to enable introduction of effective project success improvement models. This is even of more importance for dams with significant social, economic and environmental impacts. Despite evidence in the literature that dam engineering projects are one of the worst performing infrastructure types for achieving project goals, no study has been undertaken to address this issue. This paper addresses the knowledge gap by identification of critical success factors (CSFs) in different phases over lifecycle of dams. This study reveals that certain CSFs are applicable in different stages over lifecycle of dam engineering projects in Australia. This has been achieved by undertaking a three round Delphi technique. As a result, 'Effective communication' was ranked the most important factor in planning and operation phases, while highest rated factors for design and construction phases were 'Adequate understanding of natural characteristics of the project' and 'Monitor performance' respectively. The results of this study give project practitioners and decision-makers the ability to influence dam engineering project outcomes in a way that benefits stakeholders, impacted communities, and local economies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

As businesses increasingly adopt digital processes and solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity, they face heightened cybersecurity threats. Through a systematic literature review and concept development, this article examines the intersection of digitalisation and cybersecurity. It identifies the methodologies and tools used for cybersecurity assessments, factors influencing the adoption of cybersecurity measures, and the critical success factors for implementing these measures. The article also puts forward the concept of cybersecurity governance process categories, which are used to classify the factors uncovered in the research. Findings suggest that current information security standards tend to be too broad and not adequately tailored to the specific needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) when implementing emerging technologies, like Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, and artificial intelligence (AI). Additionally, these standards often employ a top-down approach, which makes it challenging for SMEs to effectively implement them, as they require more scalable solutions tailored to their specific risks and limited resources. The study thus proposes a new framework based on the Plan-Do-Check model, built around the cybersecurity governance process categories and the three core pillars of governance, culture and standards. This is essentially a bottom-up approach that complements current top-down methods, and will be of value to both information technology (IT) professionals as an operational guide, and to researchers as a basis for future research in this field. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Agile software development is an emerging approach in the software industry which promotes adoption of different methodologies like scrum, lean, kanban, DSDM etc., which has increased the success of agile project delivery. The success of any software development project depends upon various influencing critical factors, which impact the efficiency of the software in overcoming failures. The notion of critical success factor (CSFs) has been impacted due to implementation of remote working and adoption of hybrid model. The paper advance the state-of-the-art research in this area by crafting a new hypothetical success factor framework and conducted the survey. The paper has performed descriptive statistics, null hypothesis t-test, co-relation analysis on the survey result set and found that all of the considered factors are important and play a significant role in the success of any project. Also, the study concludes the evolution of a new set of CSFs due to remote working and adoption of hybrid model, which were not considered earlier. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: The objective of this article is to identify the relationships between the enablers in the implementation of Green Lean Six Sigma (GLSS) in the Mexican manufacturing industry (MMI). Design/methodology/approach: To create the survey instrument, the authors did an extensive literature research, which they then applied in the MMI to find the relationships between enablers and their impact on the positive effects of implementing GLSS projects. Using exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses (EFA and CFA), the data were empirically and statistically corroborated. Furthermore, the authors validated the hypotheses that support the research using the structural equation modeling (SEM) approach in SPSS Amos. Findings: The findings reveal that leadership has a positive impact on social and economic benefits (EcB), as well as an indirect impact on the environmental benefits (EB) of GLSS projects, with organizational involvement (OI) and performance measurement (PM) functioning as mediators. Practical implications: This study represents an empirical reference for practitioners and researchers pursuing high-quality, low-cost, environmentally and socially sustainable products or processes through the implementation of GLSS projects in the manufacturing industry. Originality/value: This study provides a statistically validated model using the SEM technique to represent the relationships between GLSS enablers in the MMI. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sustainability principles should be incorporated into all decision-making stages for residential construction projects to ensure maximum revenue while maintaining essential residential building services. This study identifies and analyzes the critical success factors (CSFs) necessary for implementing agile project management (APM) in residential construction projects. Data were collected from 120 professionals in the Nigerian construction industry through questionnaire surveys to understand the implementation of APM. The CSFs were obtained from previous research and analyzed within the specific context of the Nigerian construction industry through questionnaire surveys. The CSFs were grouped into two main categories using exploratory factor analysis: dynamic project optimization and agile project foundations. The model for the CSFs was developed using partial least squares structural equation modeling. The study found that the dynamic project optimization element had the most significant impact on the model, highlighting its importance as a key CSF in APM implementation. These results support the adoption of APM within Nigeria's construction industry as stakeholders and professionals seek effective strategies to reduce costs and improve sustainability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This paper describes the critical success factors for digitalization in manufacturing within the framework of Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 while sustaining Lean and Lean-reinforcement links during this transformation within the actual transformation journey of an enterprise (Toyota Motor Europe). In this regard, 11 critical success factors for "digital transformation", 9 critical success factors for "Lean sustainability", and 12 reinforcement links (between Lean and digitalization) were identified from the published literature and 56 one-on-one discussions with Toyota Production System experts. Both Lean and digitalization frameworks were developed using the ontology method. Then, a survey with these experts was conducted, in which the Delphi method was used as a survey tool for an analysis, which was performed in three steps: an analysis of psychometric properties was conducted, a stability analysis of the Delphi method was performed, and the significance of non-consensus hypotheses of the results were examined. The results show that "top management commitment" is the most critical factor for digital transformations, whereas for Lean sustainability, it is "keep Genchi Genbutsu (go and see)". It was found that digitalization impacts Lean very positively (high/strong or high) for a majority of the links and lean on the positive side for the remaining links. These findings can help manufacturing firms make informed decisions regarding minimal waste, lead times, and the right strategy for digitalization. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Most organizations have begun to adopt agile methods to pursue successful software development. However, the adoption and implementation of agile approaches are facing various challenges. The success of agile software development depends on Critical Success Factors (CSFs), which this study aims to identify and classify based on their relative importance. Through an extensive literature review, these factors are summarized, screened, and categorized into six dimensions. Their evolution is also outlined and analyzed. Then, the factors are illustrated through a bubble chart. Furthermore, this study determines the relevant CFSs that have a significant impact on how effectively can agile software development be implemented in China. The findings suggest certain recommendations to ensure that agile software projects are efficiently implemented in China, maximizing the chances of project success, providing valuable insights and practical guidance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to discover the perceptions of the critical success factors (CSFs) of the public and private sectors’ players that influence the implementation of public-private partnership (PPP) infrastructure projects in Bangladesh. Methods: A questionnaire survey was adopted to discover public and private sector players’ perceptions of the CSFs and success subfactors (SSF) of PPP projects. Based on the literature review, CSFs and SSFs were identified, and the agreement between respondents from the public and private sectors was tested. A total of 59 responses were collected and examined to reveal the perceived gaps between sectors and rank CSFs and SSFs. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software was used. The results show that the top-ranking factor was “economic viability”, followed by “appropriate risk allocation”, “sound financial packages”, “favorable investment environment”, and “reliable concessionaire”. It was also found that the perceptions of the public and private sectors were mixed. The key conclusion of this study is that the identified factors must be effectively addressed in order to develop consensus and engage relevant stakeholders in Bangladesh.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are crucial to South Africa’s economy as they provide employment, contribute to development, reduce poverty, and promote entrepreneurship. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted SMEs in the country, posing a threat to their survival. The purpose of the study was to identify the financial planning critical success factors that are essential for SME performance in a post-COVID-19 pandemic environment. The study followed a positivist paradigm, and a quantitative survey approach was employed. South African SMEs across the various sectors of business were targeted to provide a holistic view of the financial planning strategies contributing to performance. A total of 282 questionnaires were completed electronically by the SME owners using Google Forms, which were then analyzed using SPSS and Smart PLS software. The regression model for structural equation modeling revealed a strong and significant link between financial planning and SME performance. Financial planning has a strong, significant positive effect on SME performance, as indicated by the path coefficient (β = 0.227, p = 0.002). The importance of this study lies in its ability to provide valuable insights to businesses regarding financial planning strategies to enhance SME success in a post-COVID-19 environment.

Before integrating Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) into transportation systems, it's important to evaluate various aspects to facilitate their adoption. Numerous factors are likely to be crucial in this process. This research investigates the critical success factors influencing the adoption of AVs in sustainable urban transportation through a hybrid fuzzy Multiple-Attribute Decision-Making (MADM) approach. The primary aim is to identify key criteria and sub-criteria perceived by transport experts, shedding light on the complex dynamics of AV adoption. Methodologically, a fuzzy Decision Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) is employed to unveil cause-and-effect relationships among the main criteria, determining their respective weights. Subsequently, fuzzy Analytic Network Process (ANP) is applied to calculate the weights of criteria and sub-criteria based on the fuzzy DEMATEL results. The study considers seven major factor dimensions: economic, technical, operational, environmental, safety and risk, social and regulatory, and user acceptance. Key findings underscore user acceptance, financial costs, and environmental impact as the most pivotal criteria, emphasising their significance in the eyes of transportation experts. Contrarily, technological and operational criteria hold the lowest weight in the considered criteria for AV adoption in transportation networks. This research provides valuable insights into critical barriers and opportunities in the adoption of AVs, contributing to the advancement of sustainable urban transportation. • Identification of critical success factors for AV adoption in urban transportation networks. • Fuzzy DEMATEL analysis reveals cause-and-effect relationships among criteria. • Integration of fuzzy ANP enables weighted evaluation and ranking of criteria. • User acceptance, financial costs, and environmental factors are crucial for AV adoption. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The antifragile supply chain (ASC) provides a significant advantage compared to traditional systems, particularly when considering the impacts of unexpected crises such as COVID-19. Such challenging events highlight the value of the ASCs that enable businesses to navigate crises turn these challenges into opportunities, and continuously strengthen their structures. While resilience strategies gain attention, practical studies on ASCs are limited. This study applies a case study to examine critical success factors for ASCs, demonstrating the practical application of the Delphi and Fuzzy QFD method within Boyar Kimya, a textile manufacturer. By understanding the relationships between customer needs and critical success factors, the analysis contributes to determining and effectively implementing ASC strategies. The study concludes by unveiling key success factors, including SC risk management, information sharing, proactive management, efficient knowledge processes, collaboration, and innovation strategies. This research provides a valuable roadmap for enhancing SC efficiency and sustaining a competitive advantage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The public–private partnership (PPP) environment in Asia is complex due to the different levels of development. Thus, investigating critical success factors (CSFs) of PPP projects plays an important role for both the public and private sectors to ensure sustainable development. The purpose of this study is: (1) to seek and evaluate CSFs of PPP infrastructure projects in Vietnam; and (2) to compare top CSFs among several countries in Asia. Data were collected through a questionnaire survey with 36 obtained responses. Collected data were analyzed using the mean score technique, factor analysis, and fuzzy synthetic evaluation (FSE) method. Finally, a comparison among countries in Asia was carried out. Seventeen CSFs were identified and five main groupings were grouped, including favorable investment environment, good partnership management, sound financial package, effective contract management, and ability of the private sector. The comparative result has shown that PPP investment in middle-income countries is more complicated than the high-income countries. This finding not only helps the government and investors to be more understanding of CSFs for implementing PPP procurement in Vietnam, but also offers the overall picture of the PPP market in the Asia region. In addition, it provides practitioners with an evaluation framework regarding CSFs in decision-making for PPP implementation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Digital transformation (DT) is revolutionizing building facility management (FM) by streamlining operations, maximizing resources, and increasing performance. FM firms prioritize DT to stay competitive as speed and efficiency become more crucial in the corporate context. Traditional FM methods like manual record-keeping and reactive maintenance cannot meet recent corporate needs. Modern technologies such as IoT, AI, digital twins, and data analytics enable real-time building asset monitoring and optimization. This paper evaluates the digital transformation readiness level index of building facility management (DTRLIBFM), which includes critical success factors for DT development, using structural equation modeling (SEM). DTRLIBFM model determines the importance of key factors that contribute to the success of digital transformation initiatives, specifically focusing on the DT readiness level index of building facility management. Expert interviews and an intensive literature review were employed to identify the critical success factors for the DTRLIFMB. The Delphi technique was employed to validate these factors with 13 highly experienced professionals, and they were subsequently appraised for significance through an online questionnaire that was circulated to industry experts. To quantitatively evaluate the interconnectedness of different elements of DTRLIFMB and establish the impact of each construct on the overall digital transformation, data from 220 participants from around the world were analyzed using (SEM). The evaluation included reliability, validity, hypothesis testing, multivariate normality, and goodness-of-fit indexes. The DTRLIBFM model, with 20 indicators in three constructs, explains how DT readiness affects a building's digitalization importance level. The research provides governments, organizations, contractors, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and facility managers with a current DT index and DT roadmap for building facility management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study presents the development of a comprehensive model for evaluating the level of readiness of buildings for digital transformation during the pre-construction phase. The proposed model utilizes structural equation modeling (SEM) and includes a full list of key factors for achieving success. This tool is designed to support industry stakeholders in assessing operational efficiency in terms of digital transformation readiness in the pre-construction phase (DTRPC) and analyze the effectiveness and limitations of DTRPC across various management levels. Key success factors were identified through interviews with experts and a review of the relevant literature. These variables were then validated through two rounds of the 8 Delphi technique, which included the input of 13 highly qualified experts. Finally, an online questionnaire was disseminated to industry professionals, who assessed the factors' relative levels of significance. Questionnaire responses were collected from a sample of 300 individuals from different professional fields. SEM was then used to quantitatively analyze the relationships between the various components of the DTRPC success factors. The goal was to determine the impact of each construct on the overall level of readiness. The model underwent a thorough evaluation to determine its strength and stability across several parameters, including accuracy, conformity to multivariate normalcy, and reliability and validity. A hypothesis analysis was also conducted. The collected data were used to develop the proposed DTRPC model, consisting of 30 essential performance indicators grouped into four categories. The use of SEM uncovered a significant correlation between the operational indicators of these critical factors and the construct groups, as well as the influence of effective DTRPC constructs on overall project performance. This research expands the current knowledge by identifying important indications for evaluating the success of the DTRPC model and using them to create a comprehensive global SEM that can be used as a tool for measuring readiness at the pre-construction stage. This has the potential to provide essential assistance to organizations, project managers, and policymakers in making informed decisions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: With the culinary sector undergoing transformative shifts propelled by technological advancements and the ubiquity of social media, understanding the critical success factors for social media marketing becomes imperative for micro and small businesses. Purpose: This study aims to identify and explore critical success factors for social media marketing adoption in micro and small culinary businesses. Design/methodology/approach: Employing a qualitative approach, the research selected a purposive sample of six Indonesian owners of micro and small culinary businesses, playing pivotal roles in shaping business decisions. Semi-structured interviews conducted via telephone and Zoom Meetings formed the basis for data collection with owners and co-owners of micro and small businesses in the culinary Industry in West Java and East Borneo, Indonesia. The data collection focuses on the critical success factors of social media marketing. Interviews were transcribed and thematically analyzed using a narrative approach. Findings/Result: Five thematic outcomes were noted regarding the critical success factors of social media marketing: interaction, trendiness, persistency, curiosity, and entrepreneurial mindset. The study identifies the "entrepreneurial mindset" as a critical success factor, echoed by five out of six informants. Conclusion: Critical factors that contribute to the success of adopting social media marketing for micro and small businesses integrate the entrepreneurial traits of the owners and managers and the effective utilization of social media marketing strategies. Originality/value (State of the art): This study explores in depth the significance of the combination of entrepreneurial traits and effective utilization of social media marketing strategies which remain underexplored in the social media marketing study, particularly in micro and small businesses. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Referring to PPP Books 2017-2023 issued by The Ministry of National Development Planning of Indonesia, there is only 1 out of 16 AP PPP projects at the municipal/regency level that have successfully reached the operational stage (6% success rate), i.e. Madiun Regency Public Street Lighting. Several municipal/regency AP PPP projects have failed, for example, Bandung Municipal Public Street Lighting. The widespread failures indicate that the application of AP in regional infrastructure has so far not been successful in Indonesia. This paper aims to identify the basic requirements, critical success factors, and lessons learned from AP PPP implementation in Municipal/Regency Governments. Thus, it is hoped that the future provision of regional infrastructure with the AP scheme can proceed seamlessly. This study used a mixed-method approach that combines qualitative and quantitative data from literature reviews, questionnaires, and interviews. The results showed that the basic requirements for AP PPP include the existence of regulations and institutions. The five main success factors of AP PPP in the Municipal/Regency Government are (1) a well-organized and committed public agency; (2) political support; (3) favorable and efficient legal framework; (4) stable political and economic situation; and (5) public and private sector commitments and responsibilities. The lesson learned from the case study is that fiscal capacity is not the main factor in the success of PPP in Madiun Regency, but rather the willingness of the local government to implement PPP by regularly holding capacity building and maintaining good relationships and communication with each stakeholder involved. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The construction industry continues to play a significant role in the economic development of most nations in the world. However, the construction sector still follows the 'linear' 'take–make–dispose' industrial model that, having benefited development, plays a major factor in the depletion of resources, environmental deterioration, and the generation of waste and pollution. In this regard, the adoption of a circular economy (CE) presents a compelling opportunity to address the challenges derived from the traditional linear economic model. This study attempts to scrutinise the critical success factors (CSFs) for implementing a CE via a mixed-method approach that combines both focus groups and an online survey. The adopted approach ensures a comprehensive identification and prioritisation of CSFs for implementing CE principles in building construction projects. The focus groups consisted of 20 key stakeholders drawn from prominent construction firms which included clients, consultants, contractors and designers. The outcomes from these focused groups led to the dentification of 43 CSFs, later categorised across different dimensions. Subsequently, an online survey was conducted to establish a priority list of the identified CSFs, using responses from 82 stakeholders to rate their level of importance. The top five significant CSFs include ensuring the use of standardised and warranted secondary materials, maintaining cost equivalence between a CE and linear approach, maintenance and operation cost minimisation, assessment of life cycle cost (LCC), and the enforcement of robust government regulations and policies that prioritise a CE. The Relative Importance Index (RII) was used to rank the identified CSFs following results obtained using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 27) and Excel for Microsoft 365. The findings of this study can inform the creation of decision support systems that could progress a CE across the construction project life cycle. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: The primary objective of this research is to determine critical success factors (CSFs) that enable textile enterprises to effectively implement Kaizen, a Japanese concept of continuous development, particularly during disruptive situations. The study aims to provide insights into how Kaizen is specifically employed within the textile sector and to offer guidance for addressing future crises. Design/methodology/approach: This study employs a structured approach to determine CSFs for successful Kaizen implementation in the textile industry. The Triple Helix Actors structure, comprising business, academia and government representatives, is utilized to uncover essential insights. Additionally, the Matriced Impacts Croises-Multiplication Applique and Classement (MICMAC) analysis and interpretative structural modeling (ISM) techniques are applied to evaluate the influence of CSFs. Findings: The research identifies 17 CSFs for successful Kaizen implementation in the textile industry through a comprehensive literature review and expert input. These factors are organized into a hierarchical structure with 5 distinct levels. Additionally, the application of the MICMAC analysis reveals three clusters of CSFs: linkage, dependent and independent, highlighting their interdependencies and impact. Originality/value: Major contribution of this study is understanding how Kaizen can be effectively utilized in the textile industry, especially during disruptive events. The combination of the Triple Helix Actors structure, MICMAC analysis and ISM provides a unique perspective on the essential factors driving successful Kaizen implementation. The identification of CSFs and their categorization into clusters offer valuable insights for practitioners, policymakers and academia seeking to enhance the resilience and sustainability of the textile industry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper aims to identify and analyze critical success factors (CSFs) of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) implementation in context to Industry 4.0 (I4.0) in Indian manufacturing industries. Twenty CSFs are identified from literature and expert's opinion. A survey was conducted through administration of designed questionnaire in Indian manufacturing industries and reliability of the factors was tested calculating Cronbach's alfa (α) value for all responses. Thereafter, out of twenty CSFs, sixteen were found reliable. Further, these sixteen factors were analyzed employing Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) technique and leveled as per developed model. The MICMAC analysis is employed for determining driving and dependence power of CSFs. The developed model provides a platform for the practitioners/researchers to design a framework for successful implementation of LSS in view of current manufacturing paradigm of I4.0. On analyzing the data using ISM technique, the 'Organizational culture and belief', 'Effective top management commitment and attitude' and 'Motivated and skilled manpower' are observed to be the most significant CSFs which drive the path for proper implementation of LSS in Indian manufacturing industries. The developed model will enable the practitioners to draw the effective strategy for proper implementation of LSS in view of Industry 4.0. The results will give an edge to the management to think strategically for improvements in this competitive environment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Within the context of students’ academic achievements, the aspect of “peak-performance” among students in HEIs, still remain underexplored. Graduating with/at maximum achievement is a desired goal for any student into HEI, and can never be less important. Admittedly, what students do during school periods truly can help create the high grades border difference in respect to maintaining and achieving their initial educational goal. This study seeks to identify and distill from an academic perspective, key independent variables/factors called CSFs that are decisive and significantly impact on the ability of students in HEIs to graduate with/at maximum achievement. We gleaned a set of CSFs from the literature, then refined the list to 32 so that the final list reflects broadly 6 main CSFs that relate to HEI studentship: - Behaviour towards academics, Hard work, Organization, Peers and Socials, Skills, and Studying Style or Pattern. We then applied a Multi Attributes Decision making tool, AHP on the set of CSFs. The AHP prioritizes a subset of these CSFs as being most likely contributive variables to finishing top in university. The approach in this study is unique and provides a strategic framework for decision-making. Prospective and current students, parents, educators, academic institutions and the society at large who depend on these graduates will find the study results cardinal. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

With growing trade volumes and more stringent regulations, digital transformation (DT) is crucial for container lines to keep abreast with the new trends in the container shipping industry. The objective of this research is to theoretically identify the crucial success elements for DT in container lines by evaluating four main theories: (1) innovation diffusion theory, (2) resource-based view theory, (3) stakeholder theory, and (4) competence motivation theory. Accordingly, the CSFs identified were 'stakeholder expectations', 'organisational competency', 'technology acceptance', and 'individual motivation'. A survey was then crafted and handed out to major container lines. The fuzzy analytic hierarchy process (FAHP) was then conducted to analyse the collected data. The results show that organisational competency is the most important CSF, followed by technology acceptance, stakeholders' expectations, and individual motivation. The top three sub-CSFs are financial stability, regulatory bodies' expectations, and digital readiness. This research paper contributes to theory and management practices by providing a holistic theoretical framework to identify and rank the CSFs of DT in container lines. Overall, this research paper enriches current literature on the DT of container lines and offers new insights into container lines in the CSFs in the implementation of DT. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The success of the Ghanaian public road construction phase and other preconstruction phases has been studied. However, the success of the Ghanaian public road project consultant selection phase has not received any attention, even though it is prone to corruption. The goal of this study is to identify the critical success factors (CSFs) that, from the standpoint of a developing country, affect the success of the Ghanaian public road consultant selection phase. Data on the degree to which key success criteria identified in literature have an impact on the success of the Ghanaian public road consultant selection phase from the viewpoints of 156 sector practitioners in Ghana were acquired using a selfadministered questionnaire. After that, the relative importance index was used to analyse the data. According to the study, external environmental, project management, and procurement-related factors influence the success of the Ghanaian public road consultant selection phase. The government and organizations that administer public construction projects will now have a better grasp of the CSFs that affect the performance of the Ghanaian public road construction project consultant selection phase and be able to use them as a guide to improve the effective and efficient delivery of public road construction projects. In managing public road projects, the study’s findings will be useful to both industry professionals and the Ghanaian government. The study is limited to the consultant selection phase of Ghanaian public road construction projects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Active learning is essential for students in the construction and surveying disciplines due to the practical work nature and technical demands of these professions. This research study aims to identify and evaluate effective pedagogical strategies and critical success factors (CSFs) that can enhance active learning among undergraduate construction and surveying students. Customized e-learning materials based on the Technology, Pedagogy, Content, and Knowledge (TPACK) framework were adopted to improve the learning outcomes and effectiveness for semester-long construction-related research course students. Subsequently, an institutional student-based questionnaire survey was conducted and analyzed using mean score, exploratory factor analysis, and fuzzy synthetic evaluation (FSE). Accordingly, the top five active instructional learning strategies are using examples to reinforce understanding, case studies to encourage critical thinking, videos to improve understanding, connecting course contents to current community events, and creating classroom versions of interactive games. Exploratory factor analysis classified the CSFs into five major factor categories. The FSE results indicated that the top three CSF categories enhancing students' active learning include electronic tools as learning aids, complementary learning and feedback, and model learning system development. This study provides essential learning environments and components needed to foster active learning among undergraduate construction and surveying students in Hong Kong and worldwide. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]