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{"title":"From crisis to crisis: Assessment of financial performance of SMEs in the healthcare sector in Visegrad Countries","authors":"Anna Dunay ,&nbsp;László Pataki ,&nbsp;Csaba Bálint Illés ,&nbsp;Mónika Hoschek ,&nbsp;Judit Vitéz-Durgula","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2025.100707","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2025.100707","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The living standards of the population in Visegrad Countries (V4) have long been below the EU and OECD averages, and the increase of negative impacts and crisis phenomena may be detected in their health systems, too. Our study examines the similarities and differences of the SMEs of healthcare sector in Visegrad Countries and their characteristics and common hallmarks of the overburdened healthcare system in which they are integrated. The aim of our research is to explore the similarities the financial indicators (liquidity, profitability, indebtedness, and efficiency) of SMEs in the healthcare sector of the four Visegrad Countries and to identify the possible clusters with similar financial typology. The research covers two crisis periods – from the 2008 financial and capital market crisis to the 2020 Covid-19 health crisis – and analyses the relationship and patterns in the financial performance of healthcare SMEs using correlation and cluster analysis. Based on our primary research results we found that the financial typology of SMEs in the healthcare sector in the Visegrad Countries shows similar characteristics in terms of liquidity – profitability – indebtedness – efficiency. Financial indicators of indebtedness and efficiency were significantly similar for all four countries. In addition, three relatively homogeneous groups could be formed according to the typical financial characteristics of each country.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100707"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145880589","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Adapting innovation management standards for rural SMEs: Evidence from a coffee producers’ association","authors":"Natalia Karstegl ,&nbsp;Sandra Bautista-Rodríguez ,&nbsp;Manon Enjolras ,&nbsp;Frédérique Mayer","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100747","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100747","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This article presents a case study of a Colombian coffee producers’ association that examines how ISO 56002 principles can be operationalized in small agricultural organizations. While ISO 56002 provides a comprehensive framework for managing innovation, its theoretical language and systemic requirements often exceed the managerial capacities of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs). This research contributes to literature by proposing a simplified and context-sensitive approach to implementing the standard in rural environments. By applying qualitative methods, including interviews and document analysis, the study applied the Potential Innovation Index (PII) to assess the organization’s innovation maturity. Results indicated a *Passive* level of innovation, reflecting early but fragmented practices. From this diagnosis, the study developed tailored recommendations derived from ISO 56002, such as introducing digital communication channels to improve coordination and market access and creating knowledge management mechanisms to capture experiential learning. The main contribution lies in demonstrating how international innovation standards can be translated into actionable, low-complexity management practices for resource-constrained producer associations. This adaptation process offers practical guidance for embedding innovation capabilities in rural SMEs and provides empirical evidence on the contextual limitations of ISO-based innovation systems. Ultimately, the case advances understanding of inclusive innovation management by linking standardized frameworks with local learning dynamics and sustainable agricultural development. Beyond its immediate application, the case underscores the broader practical value of simplifying ISO 56002 for organizations with limited technical capacity and enriches academic discussions on how innovation standards can be reinterpreted to fit diverse SMEs contexts.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100747"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147394477","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Factors influencing circular transition towards the adoption of remanufacturing in the furniture sector","authors":"Malin Löfving ,&nbsp;Mirka Kans","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100739","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100739","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>The transition to a circular economy presents both opportunities and challenges for traditional manufacturing sectors. Remanufacturing is a key strategy for extending product lifecycles and reducing environmental impact, yet its adoption remains limited in the furniture industry.</div></div><div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This study explores the factors influencing the adoption of remanufacturing in the furniture sector.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>A structured literature review and qualitative empirical study were conducted, including 21 interviews and two workshops with actors across the furniture value chain. A multi-level framework (macro, meso, micro) was used to analyze factors influencing the adoption of remanufacturing.</div></div><div><h3>Findings</h3><div>The results reveal that regulations and policies, customer attitudes, and procurement practices are critical macro-level factors. At the meso level, collaboration in the value chain was identified as a key factor. Micro-level factors include business models, operational practices, and design strategies.</div></div><div><h3>Contribution</h3><div>This study therefore expands existing literature about remanufacturing by identifying the factors on macro, meso and micro level for the original manufacturers, remanufacturers and customers in public sector in this study. Specifically, the study demonstrates the importance of collaboration in the value chain as well as need for new business models in this complex environment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100739"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147394479","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"From farm to plate: Q-analysis of consumer requirements in blockchain-based agri-food supply chains","authors":"Pouyan Jahanbin ,&nbsp;Stephen C. Wingreen ,&nbsp;Ravishankar Sharma ,&nbsp;Arnob Zahid","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100748","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100748","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Blockchain platforms have revolutionized the food industry by establishing a more trustworthy supply chain. By providing a secure and open record of all transactions, blockchain technology helps improve food safety. This reassures consumers who may wish to ensure that products are guaranteed to meet certain dietary or nutritional standards. However, the adaptability of existing supply chains and consumers' full adoption of such systems remains a gap in scholarly research. This field study employs Q-methodology to explore the concourse of requirements and priorities of food consumers in blockchain-based agri-food supply chains. Abductive reasoning is utilized to elaborate on the subjective perspective of consumers when specifying the system design requirements of blockchain technology. Although the study is exploratory, testable hypotheses for future research are proposed using abductive reasoning pertaining to enhancing consumer trust and improving blockchain adoption in the agri-food supply chains (ASCs). This paper concludes that consumer-driven food production supported by blockchain-enabled ASCs is an effective pathway to understanding how blockchain features may be harnessed to reshape discerning consumers’ informed purchasing decisions in the evolving landscape of ASCs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100748"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147394481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Linking personal cultural values to consumer value perception through perceived sustainability","authors":"Chung Jen Fu Dr (Professor) ,&nbsp;I-Tung Shih Dr (Associate Professor) ,&nbsp;Khishigtogtokh Baljir Dr (Senior Teacher) ,&nbsp;Shinetsetseg Jargalsaikhan Dr (Project Teacher)","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100720","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100720","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Sustainability has become a critical paradigm in consumer behavior; however, the mechanism through which personal cultural values translate into consumer-perceived value via sustainability perceptions remains underexplored. Grounded in the Value-Belief-Norm (VBN) framework, this study investigates the mediating role of perceived sustainability—encompassing economic, environmental, and social dimensions—in the relationship between personal cultural values (self-enhancement and conservation) and consumer-perceived value (functional, epistemic, conditional). Data from 515 Mongolian consumers were analyzed using structural equation modeling. The results indicate that both self-enhancement and conservation values significantly influence sustainability perceptions, with conservation exhibiting a stronger and more consistent effect (β = 0.367–0.432, *p* &lt; 0.001). Perceived sustainability, in turn, positively affects consumer value, with economic sustainability having the most substantial impact (e.g., on functional value, β = 0.488, *p* &lt; 0.001). A key finding reveals that social sustainability does not significantly influence conditional value. Mediation analysis confirms the significant role of perceived sustainability as a mediator, with conservation values demonstrating robust indirect effects on all value dimensions, while self-enhancement shows only partial mediation. These findings extend VBN theory into a consumer context and provide managers with actionable insights for designing culturally-attuned sustainability strategies that enhance consumer value.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100720"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146034782","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Beyond influencers: Leveraging large language models for dynamic content generation and citizen interaction in environmental campaigns","authors":"Noushin Mohammadian ,&nbsp;Omid Fatahi Valilai","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100716","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100716","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Addressing global environmental challenges necessitates an imperative shift in behavioural change and citizen engagement. This study centres on the integration of social media with Large Language Model (LLM) functionalities, sufficiently efficient in generating content relevant to the targeted audience, as a potential complement to influencer mediated content. This research paradigm is anchored in zero pollution initiatives and formulates a strategy for the semi-automated of engagement development by amalgamating social media intelligence, behavioural assessment, and content creation facilitated by LLM technology. This model encourages how LLM based behavioural assessment can support zero-pollution efforts by utilizing social media engagement in a targeted manner. This framework aids in scalability by measuring the associated outcomes and ensuring alignment with semantic interoperability models. The research further stipulates possible potentials of LLMs for contributing to social media activities by generating draft content or through responding to comments made, this allows the generation of adaptable and engaging campaigns. This is encouraged that the role of LLMs as complement influencer roles in certain contexts, potentially allowing for greater environmental advocacy should be investigated, helping overcome engagement barriers and encouraging citizen activism. Finally, this study describes the influence of LLMs in the creation of environmentally sustainable operations in urban areas and gaining public acceptance in policy considering LLM potential capabilities to provide supportive tools for timely and efficient changes and also discuss the challenges and limitations which can open the horizon for future studies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100716"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145939006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Digital sustainability as an emerging paradigm: Insights from the Saudi Arabian experience and global implications","authors":"M. Imran Khan ,&nbsp;Tabassam Yasmeen ,&nbsp;Noor Ul Hadi ,&nbsp;Muhammad Asif ,&nbsp;Muhammad Farooq ,&nbsp;Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan ,&nbsp;Mushtaq Khan ,&nbsp;Sami G. Al-Ghamdi","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100731","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100731","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The rapid acceleration of digital transformation in the 21st century presents a dual-edged sword for global sustainability efforts. While digital technologies can significantly advance progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), their unchecked proliferation can also exacerbate environmental degradation, social inequities, and governance issues. This study, examines how a nation can strategically align digital transformation with sustainability objectives through the lens of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030, thereby offering a model for other countries navigating similar transitions. Employing a structured narrative synthesis of peer-reviewed research, policy frameworks, official statistics, and institutional reporting, this review evaluates Saudi Arabia’s five-pillar approach: technological resilience, environmental stewardship, social inclusivity, economic diversification, and regulatory agility. Saudi Arabia’s initiatives, such as NEOM, a $500 billion futuristic city powered entirely by renewable energy, exemplify the integration of digital innovation with sustainable urban design, aiming to decouple economic growth from environmental degradation. Key findings reveal transformative initiatives, such as renewable-powered hyperscale data centers, AI-driven precision agriculture reducing water use by 50 %, and inclusive platforms bridging healthcare and education gaps for marginalized communities. These efforts have positioned Saudi Arabia as a regional digital sustainability leader, with its digital economy contributing 15.6 % to GDP and women’s workforce participation in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tripling since 2018. However, the Kingdom’s experience also underscores systemic barriers, including regulatory fragmentation, legacy infrastructure, and cultural resistance that must be addressed to ensure long-term environmental, social, and economic benefits. The study advocates for a paradigm shift toward digital sustainability, wherein technological innovation is measured not only by efficiency gains but by its capacity to regenerate ecosystems and empower societies. Achieving this shift requires a holistic approach that integrates sustainability principles into every facet of digital strategy, from ethical design and data governance to workforce development and collaborative policymaking. By situating Saudi Arabia’s journey in a comparative global context, this study contributes to the theoretical foundations of digital sustainability and provides actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars aiming to harness digital transformation as a force for sustainable development.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100731"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146077359","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Resistance intention towards mobile payment among Gen X: Evidence from an emerging country","authors":"Saiful Islam ,&nbsp;Muhaiminul Islam ,&nbsp;Farjana Rahman ,&nbsp;Md. Aftab Uddin","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2025.100703","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2025.100703","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study explores users' intentions to resist mobile payment (m-payment) adoption in the emerging economy, combining functional and psychological factors from the innovation resistance theory (IRT) and push, pull, and mooring (PPM) theory. Using a mixed research approach, data is collected from 400 respondents through a survey questionnaire, and from 10 participants in a focus group discussion (FGD). The partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) is used to test the hypotheses, and the results in FGD are summarized to analyze and cross-validate the empirical findings. Results indicate that, while psychological factors substantially affect users' intention to resist m-payment, functional factors have no significant impact. Perceived monetary value as a pull factor and switching costs and inertia as mooring factors also significantly influence users' intention to resist m-payment. Users’ intention to resist m-payment can lead to two possible outcomes: a complete rejection of m-payment and postponement of adoption, where personal innovativeness significantly moderates the second outcome. These findings have several theoretical and managerial implications for m-payment developers, policymakers, and other stakeholders in reducing resistance to m-payment adoption.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100703"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145797430","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Generative AI and the algorithmic workplace: A bibliometric and conceptual analysis of its impact on organisational decision-making and work design","authors":"Carlos Luengo Vera ,&nbsp;Alnoor Bhimani ,&nbsp;José Andrés Gómez Gandía ,&nbsp;Antonio de Lucas","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2025.100710","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2025.100710","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study investigates how generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is transforming the architecture of the workplace and reconfiguring managerial agency in contemporary organisations. While prior research has explored task automation and human–machine collaboration, scholarship has under-examined to the broader structural and epistemic implications of GenAI on authority, coordination, and organisational decision-making. To address this gap, a bibliometric and conceptual analysis was conducted on a corpus of 212 Scopus-indexed publications (2018–2025). Using VOSviewer and Bibliometrix, the study maps performance trends, thematic structures, and the conceptual evolution of the field. The findings reveal a dynamic knowledge domain where technical constructs such as large language models and generative adversarial networks intersect with behavioural and managerial concepts including autonomy, coordination, and decision-making. Thematic mapping and co-word analysis uncover six coherent conceptual clusters, while a Sankey diagram of thematic evolution illustrates the convergence of lexical frameworks and the pivotal role of a small group of authors in structuring the discourse. The article advances a conceptual framework of the algorithmic workplace, characterised by hybrid agency, decentralised decision-making, and the erosion of rigid managerial boundaries. It suggests a transition from command-and-control models to guide-and-collaborate paradigms, with GenAI acting as a socio-technical intermediary in decision-support processes. By offering a systematic and theory-informed mapping of the field, the study contributes to emerging scholarship on AI-enabled organisational transformation and outlines future trajectories for research at the intersection of technology, management, and decision systems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100710"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145880588","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Transforming smallholder agri-food supply chains through digital product passports: A pathway to sustainable markets and innovative business models","authors":"W. Madushan Fernando ,&nbsp;R.M. Chandima Ratnayake ,&nbsp;Amila Thibbotuwawa ,&nbsp;H. Niles Perera","doi":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100736","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.joitmc.2026.100736","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Smallholder agri-food supply chains in developing economies face persistent barriers in accessing high-value and sustainable markets, including inefficiencies, regulatory compliance challenges, limited traceability, and weak market integration. This research addresses critical gaps in the literature and practice by proposing an open innovation approach tailored to smallholder systems. Focusing on Sri Lanka’s tea smallholding sector, this study examines how the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and Digital Product Passports (DPP) facilitate sustainability, a circular economy, regulatory alignment, and market access. The study employs a multi-case benchmark analysis using the Business Model Canvas to compare Sri Lanka’s intermediary-driven model with two contrasting cases: the cooperative-led Kenya Tea Development Agency and the premium, ethical model of the English Tea Shop. Additionally, secondary data analysis is used to examine farming practices, institutional support mechanisms, and export dynamics in the Sri Lankan context. Based on the insights gained, a novel, digitally enabled business model is proposed, integrating DPP and PPWR principles and offering a phased implementation plan to support traceability, compliance, and value differentiation. This model contributes to sustainable innovation ecosystems by empowering smallholders through digital transformation and policy alignment. The findings offer practical implications for policymakers, producer organizations, and supply chain actors seeking to foster inclusive, market-responsive agri-food systems. This research provides a unique, technology and policy-driven contribution to the open innovation literature on complex supply chain transformations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":16678,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity","volume":"12 1","pages":"Article 100736"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147394483","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}