https://journals.scholarpublishing.org/index.php/ABR/issue/feedArchives of Business Research2024-03-08T01:51:34+00:00Thomas Harveyabr@scholarpublishing.orgOpen Journal Systems<p><strong>Archives of Business Research </strong><strong>(ISSN 2054-7404)</strong> is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by the Services for Science and Education, United Kingdom. This journal is published online <strong>monthly</strong> to keep readers up to date with the latest developments.</p> <p>The <strong>Archives of Business Research (ABR)</strong> applies theory developed from <strong>business research</strong> to actual <strong>business</strong> situations. Recognizing the intricate relationships between the many areas of <strong>business activity</strong>, <em>ABR</em> examines a wide variety of business <strong>decisions</strong>, <strong>processes</strong> and <strong>activities</strong> within the actual business setting.</p> <p>Theoretical and empirical advances in buyer behaviour, finance, organizational theory and behaviour, marketing, risk and insurance and international business are evaluated on a regular basis. Published for executives, researchers and scholars alike, the Journal aids the application of empirical research to practical situations and theoretical findings to the reality of the business world.</p> <p>The scopes of the journal include, but are not limited to, the following topics: business, marketing, management, finance, economics, accounting. It provides an academic platform for professionals and researchers to contribute innovative work in the field.</p>https://journals.scholarpublishing.org/index.php/ABR/article/view/16607Doumou Douala Therapeutic Theorems for Modulo 3 Congruence Memory2024-02-22T17:13:59+00:00Doumou Douala Mouteng Charles Valentin Juniorabdoulaymfewou@yahoo.fr<p>Three mathematical theorems invented by Doumou in the medical field, aimed at curing and relieving people. Its proposition can be demonstrated by logical reasoning based on established facts or justifiable hypotheses, which is of crucial importance in the treatment of illnesses, aiming to cure them. This theorem enables the individual to find a perfect fit, a harmony between his thoughts, feelings, words and actions.</p>2024-03-13T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2024 Doumou Douala Mouteng Charles Valentin Juniorhttps://journals.scholarpublishing.org/index.php/ABR/article/view/16595Systemic Agility and Job Strain: A Mediation Model2024-02-21T17:32:29+00:00Xavier Bronletxavier.bronlet@supsi.chChiara Canzanixavier.bronlet@supsi.ch<p>While turbulent environments and crises have an impact on Job Strain and create stress within the companies, there are many approaches about how to adapt and thrive in an increasingly turbulent operating environment, however the extant literature on the subject is mainly qualitative. The case study examines the impact of <em>VUCAness</em>, defined as the level of turbulence in the operating environment (independent variable) on Job Strain (dependent variable), mediated by the <em>Systemic Agility</em> (mediating variable), defined as the level of cultural agility. The mediation variable is assessed using the significant domains that emerge from our review of the literature and quantifies the positioning of the observed organisations on a continuum between legacy and agile culture, between modern and postmodern perspectives. Job strain is measured by Karasek's established Job Content Questionnaire. The case study illustrates the partial mediation effect of the <em>Systemic Agility</em>, on Job Strain using 307 observations collected in a company group made of two distinct groups. The study confirms the partial mediation effect of <em>Systemic</em> <em>Agility</em> on Job Strain and suggests that, above a certain level of agility, the mediation effect turns from negative to positive, reducing the stress induced by the operating environment. This quantitative case study suggests that the agile culture mediates stress at the workplace under turbulent working conditions.</p>2024-03-08T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2024 Xavier Bronlet, Chiara Canzanihttps://journals.scholarpublishing.org/index.php/ABR/article/view/16620Evaluating the Role of Sustainable Leadership and Technology Integration in Enhancing the Environmental and Social Responsibility of the UAE Banking Sector2024-02-26T03:31:43+00:00Riham Al Ainarihamalaina@gmail.comRouhi Faisalrouhi.faisal@live.com<p>This paper analyzes the role of sustainable leadership and technology integration in increasing the environmental and social responsibility of the UAE banking sector. Banks are prominent agents in creating sustainability through their financing activities and processes. Sustainable leadership is more than pursuing profit motives; it includes moral and inclusive decision-making for positive environmental and social impact. Sustainable leadership and enabling technologies contribute to a bank's sustainability indicators. A qualitative literature review combined the scholarly views in this field. Twenty recent peer-reviewed papers were thematically analyzed. This revealed how sustainable bank leaders adopt collaborative approaches involving stakeholders in creating sustainability solutions. Their values-based leadership focuses on long-term impacts and integrating environmental and social factors in bank strategies. Sustainability technologies like AI, big data and blockchain offer tools to implement these strategies. The analysis found that technology aids sustainable leaders in improving banks' eco-efficiency, reducing emissions, managing risks, increasing renewable financing and enabling financial inclusion. This enhances their environmental and social responsibility. Stakeholders like customers, employees and investors generally favour such sustainability integration. However, concerns exist around potential tradeoffs, profitability impacts and the depth of banks' commitment. The review also uncovered implementation challenges, including costs, data deficiencies, staff capabilities and cultural change. Smaller banks significantly lag more prominent entities. Radical strategic realignment rather than incremental changes is required. Public policy plays a crucial role through reporting requirements, emission limits and support frameworks. The limitations of this qualitative synthesis point to future research directions. Statistical meta-analyses could increase the generalizability of findings. Surveys and interviews with experts would provide rich primary data. Comparative analyses of technologies and leadership styles driving the most robust sustainability results would reveal best practices. Longitudinal studies can elucidate the evolution of banks' sustainability approaches over time. In-depth case studies of smaller banks would uncover constraints and potential solutions for mainstreaming sustainability. Action research pilots can test mechanisms to instil sustainable leadership thinking. Policy analyses can identify regulatory measures to accelerate progress. In conclusion, sustainable leadership and technology integration are essential enablers, but not guarantees, of elevating bank sustainability. Realizing their transformative potential requires bank leaders to move from rhetoric to resolute, broad-based action. This necessitates radical strategic reorientation, not just incremental improvements. Multi-stakeholder collaboration is vital, alongside supportive public policies and ongoing research. Sustainable leadership and technologies must remain central in catalyzing a systemic transition towards responsible banking aligned with urgent sustainability imperatives.</p>2024-03-08T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2024 Riham Al Aina, Rouhi Faisal