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Purpose The conventional perception of entrepreneurial venturing is often associated with the energy and dynamism of young people. Nevertheless, the phenomenon of senior entrepreneurship is gaining academic attention as seniors embark on entrepreneurial endeavors, defying stereotypes by demonstrating their capacity to address challenges associated with age. This paper aims to identify, assess and synthesize research findings to elucidate the determinants of opportunity recognition in senior entrepreneurship and delineate their interrelationships. Design/methodology/approach Senior entrepreneurship dynamics are examined through a systematic literature review (SLR) that leverages bibliometric methods, analyzing 108 articles from a pool of 4,135 initially identified in Scopus and Web of Science. This SLR uncovers the distinct factors that influence opportunity recognition among senior entrepreneurs within the context of the expanding silver economy. Findings Academic literature suggests that older entrepreneurs, aged 50 and above, utilize resources differently than their younger counterparts. This study presents a novel conceptual framework for analyzing senior entrepreneurship and opportunity recognition, examining the internal and external determinants that influence silver entrepreneurs’ participation in new venture creation. Moreover, it reveals a shift in research patterns in the senior entrepreneurship literature, offering a deeper understanding of the conceptual framework of the field. Originality/value This study advances senior entrepreneurship literature by innovatively modeling age-related factors affecting opportunity recognition into five key dimensions. It integrates the theory of planned behavior and network theory to offer a comprehensive understanding of senior entrepreneurship and its contributions to economic and social well-being. It challenges ageist assumptions and encourages further exploration of entrepreneurial dynamics.
La innovación digital en las empresas avanza sensiblemente en la Sociedad de la Banda Ancha. En la pandemia, a marchas forzadas, se replantearon las operaciones para adaptarlas a las necesidades del momento en cada departamento y área empresarial: reuniones telemáticas, teletrabajo y nuevas formas de comunicación. Esta investigación se centra en una herramienta digital innovadora en la comunicación interna de las empresas: el podcast. Mediante una metodología cualitativa (entrevistas en profundidad a perfiles especializados de ámbito empresarial), se lleva a cabo un análisis sobre las implicaciones de la implementación del podcast en la comunicación interna de las empresas para tratar asuntos con los empleados. Se observa que las empresas y las organizaciones progresan en el desarrollo de herramientas digitales para adaptar sus procesos y mejorar la comunicación interna.
Abstract This chapter presents a detailed summary of crowdsourcing and frugal innovation by discussing these domains in proximity. Though each crowdsourcing and frugal innovation has a body of literature on its own, the present work attempts to explore their interconnections. The purpose of this chapter is to inform the reader about crowdsourcing pathways toward frugal innovations. The methodology adopted includes reviewing the extant literature on crowdsourcing and frugal innovation highlighting the studies directly or indirectly connecting these two. Starting from the contemporary developments in gig-economy, this chapter unfolds to definitions, concepts, and illustrations in crowdsourcing and frugal innovation. How resource constrained environments could be a breeding ground for innovation; how such innovation differs from mainstream innovation and how crowdsourcing could potentially be associated with it have been discussed. This chapter touches upon some examples from the education and agriculture sector informing the crowdsourcing-frugal innovation connect. Lastly, it attempts to present associated challenges, policy, and business implications and suggest the future directions in research on crowdsourcing and frugal innovations.
This study develops a Strategic Management Maturity Model (SMMM), categorizing hotels into Basic (Reactive), Developing (Adaptive), Mature (Proactive), and Advanced (Transformational) levels based on their strategic characteristics, competitive positioning, and firm scope. Using a qualitative, conceptual research approach, the study synthesizes insights from strategic management theories, including the Resource-Based View (RBV), Dynamic Capabilities, and Competitive Advantage Frameworks, and incorporates comparative case analysis to examine strategic variations across hotel firms. The findings reveal that larger, globally operating hotel firms exhibit higher levels of strategic maturity due to their integration of AI-driven personalization, digital transformation, sustainability leadership, and crisis resilience strategies. In contrast, smaller hotel firms operate with limited strategic planning and minimal technology adoption. A heatmap visualization is employed to illustrate the progression of strategic sophistication across different firm scopes. This study contributes to hospitality strategic management research by offering a structured maturity framework enabling hotel executives to assess strategic positioning and identify pathways for advancement.
Background Childhood vaccination rates fluctuate over time and do not always meet the levels recommended by the WHO. Objective This study aims to provide an overview of measures countries have introduced to increase vaccination rates. Methods We developed a structured data collection template that was completed by country experts from Europe, Israel, the USA, and Canada. Experts were identified using the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies' HSPM (Health Systems and Policy Monitor) network. We approached experts from 32 countries and received responses from 22 countries. In the template we asked for measures introduced between 2014 and 2019. The experts were asked to indicate the type of intervention, the target population, possible positive and negative effects, and evidence on effectiveness. The information was collected between September 2019 and January 2020. Results We identified four main types of interventions: restrictive measures for the unvaccinated, financial incentives, measures supporting the logistics of vaccination, and vaccination promotion campaigns. Restrictive measures often involved expanding existing mandatory vaccination policies or limiting access to pre-school activities for unvaccinated children. Financial incentives for healthcare providers showed some positive effects. Regarding logistical support, several countries used schools as alternative vaccination sites, though this presented organisational challenges. Many countries invested in improving knowledge among both healthcare professionals and parents to encourage vaccine uptake. Conclusions Most initiatives implemented in the countries covered focussed on communication and knowledge enhancement. However, there is limited evidence on the impact of these measures on vaccination coverage.
