{"title":"Affect-based dimensions of trust: a study of buyer-supplier relationships in Thai manufacturing","authors":"Rapeeporn Rungsithong, Klaus E. Meyer","doi":"10.1108/jbim-10-2022-0443","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-10-2022-0443","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>Trust is an important facilitator of successful B2B relationships. The purpose of this study is to investigate affect-based antecedents of both interpersonal and interorganizational trust, and their impact on the performance of buyer–supplier relationships. The authors ask two research questions: (1) What are affect-based dimensions of interpersonal and interorganizational trust? (2) How do interpersonal and interorganizational trust influence buyers’ operational performance?</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>The authors use data from an original survey of 156 buyer–supplier relationships between multinational enterprise subsidiaries and local suppliers in the Thai manufacturing sector to develop a structural model in which the authors test the hypotheses.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Consistent with social exchange theory and social psychology, the empirical analysis shows that affect-based dimensions at the individual level, namely, likeability, similarity and frequent social contact, and at the organizational level, namely, supplier firm willingness to customize and institutionalization of cooperation, are important for establishing trust. In addition, interpersonal trust enhances buyers’ operational performance indirectly via interorganizational trust.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>Buying and selling firms may develop organizational trust by developing processes that enhance organizational trust. Individuals with purchasing or sales responsibilities may enhance trust in their personal relationship. However, such interpersonal trust needs to be translated to the organizational level to benefit organizational performance.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>The findings contribute to the literature on affect-based antecedents and outcomes of trust. Specifically, the authors offer theory and empirical evidence regarding the contribution of salespersons toward affect-based dimensions of trust and its impact on buyer’s operational performance.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"88 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139517546","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chiara Ancillai, Sara Bartoloni, Federica Pascucci
{"title":"All that glitters is not gold: exploring social selling through the eyes of B2B customers","authors":"Chiara Ancillai, Sara Bartoloni, Federica Pascucci","doi":"10.1108/jbim-10-2023-0604","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-10-2023-0604","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>The purpose of this study is to provide an in-depth understanding of the B2B customers’ perspective regarding salespeople’s social media use.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>The study adopts a qualitative approach based on semi-structured interviews with 26 key informants performing their job in customer role in various industries.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The authors inductively identify five themes regarding the B2B customers’ perspective of social media use in B2B selling. These themes allow for valuable implications for social selling activities and expected outcomes.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>Against a growing body of literature on drivers, best practices and outcomes of social media use by B2B salespeople, less attention has been paid to the customer’s side. The authors extend current research by providing a more complete picture of social selling activities and expected outcomes.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"9 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139560312","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Anna Fedyunina, Liudmila Ruzhanskaya, Nikolay Gorodnyi, Yuri Simachev
{"title":"Servitization and firm productivity premium across the product value chain: evidence from Russian manufacturing firms","authors":"Anna Fedyunina, Liudmila Ruzhanskaya, Nikolay Gorodnyi, Yuri Simachev","doi":"10.1108/jbim-07-2022-0338","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-07-2022-0338","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This paper aims to discuss the firm productivity premium for servitized firms. It discusses servitization across the product value chain and estimates the effects of the range and extent of servitization on productivity premium in manufacturing firms.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>This paper develops a conceptual framework and tests the hypotheses on the effects of servitization on productivity premium using linear regression models with a sample of 20,837 Russian manufacturing firms gathered from the Ruslana Bureau van Dijk database and the Russian customs service.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Servitized firms exhibit higher total factor productivity and labor productivity. The labor productivity premium increases with the number of services offered. However, the impact of services on productivity varies along the product value chain: postmanufacturing and postsales services enhance productivity premium, while manufacturing and back-office services diminish them. The effect of establishment services remains ambiguous.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>This paper offers an analytical framework for firms to assess their servitization strategies. These strategies should be gradual, focused on enhancing firm efficiency rather than being an end goal. Firms should initiate the process by introducing services at the postproduction and postsales stages of the product creation chain to achieve productivity premium.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>The paper extends the evidence on firm-level productivity drivers and contributes to the servitization theory. A servitization strategy should be portfolio-based, considering both the potential gains and losses in productivity resulting from the implementation of specific services.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"21 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139517634","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Supply chain resilience capabilities in automotive and other industries: a mixed method approach","authors":"Ila Manuj, Michael Herburger, Saban Adana","doi":"10.1108/jbim-07-2022-0355","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-07-2022-0355","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>While, supply chain resilience (SCRES) continues to be a dominant topic in both academic and business literature and has gained more attention recently, there is limited knowledge on SCRES capabilities specific to business functions. The purpose of this paper is to identify and investigate capabilities shared between supply, operations and logistics that are most important for SCRES.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>To address this gap, the authors followed a multi-method research approach. First, the authors used the grounded theory method to generate a theoretical framework based on interviews with 51 managers from five companies in automotive SCs. Next, the authors empirically validated the framework using a survey of 340 SC professionals from the manufacturing industry.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Five significant capabilities emerged from the qualitative study; all were significant in empirical validation. This research advances the knowledge of SCRES as it informs managerial decision-making by identifying capabilities common to supply, logistics and operations that impact SCRES.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This research advances the knowledge of SCRES as it informs managerial decision-making by identifying capabilities common to supply, logistics and operations that impact SCRES. In addition, the findings of this research help managers better allocate resources among significant capabilities.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"5 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139517726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Export performance: a comprehensive bibliometric overview","authors":"Beyza Aksoy, Ayhan Akpınar, Çağatay Ünüsan","doi":"10.1108/jbim-12-2022-0573","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-12-2022-0573","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This study aims to present a bibliometric overview of the academic research on export performance (EP) in the business and management areas.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>A bibliometric overview of 1,463 papers from 1968 to 2021, including performance analysis, science mapping analysis and graphical mapping, was conducted using the Scopus database. SciMAT software was used for thematic analysis and conceptual evolution mapping of the EP domain, and VOSviewer software was used for graphical visualization.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>This study shows that EP research experienced spectacular growth, especially between 1998 and 2003, and the interest in this field continues to increase. Also, the USA and the UK appear to be the absolute leaders in EP research, with the best indicators of productivity and influence in all dimensions analyzed. The findings from the analysis through SciMAT indicate that “capabilities” and “R&D” are the main Motor themes that have contributed the most to the EP literature, whereas “global value chain” and “start-up” are emerging themes as new areas of interest.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Research limitations/implications</h3>\u0000<p>This study develops a baseline for representing certain and exhaustive insights in the EP field and specifies trends over a period. Using a single database and excluding book chapters/conference papers are limitations of this study.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>EP is a research field that has gained wide acceptance in the academic community and international marketing literature. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, no bibliometric overview has analyzed the EP literature. This study presents the first systematic quantitative analysis of academic research on EP in the business and management areas.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"35 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139474984","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Power in the supply chain: a state-of-the-art literature review and propositions from the perspective of gender differences","authors":"Heba F. Zaher, Gilberto Marquez-Illescas","doi":"10.1108/jbim-10-2022-0484","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-10-2022-0484","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This paper aims to examine the existing literature on firms’ power through the lens of the supply chain and highlights some gaps that could be covered by future research.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>This study uses a systematic framework-based review combining the insights of the antecedents, decisions and outcomes (ADO) and theories, contexts and methods (TCM) frameworks. The review was carried out using a sample of 108 articles published between 1984 and 2022 in 25 prestigious journals.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The ADO framework maps out the state of the art of the antecedents of power (i.e. sources and types of firm power), the decision to use power and the effect that exercising power over other firms may have on firm performance and the quality of inter-firm relationships. In addition, this framework highlights factors that mediate or moderate the decision to exercise power and the factors that mediate or moderate the outcomes of exercising power or power asymmetry. The TCM framework provides insights into the theories, contexts (i.e. countries, industries, level of analysis and sources of data) and methods used by the existing literature. The content analysis using the aforementioned frameworks provides the basis to elaborate propositions for future research on power in the supply chain from the perspective of gender differences.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Research limitations/implications</h3>\u0000<p>This systematic literature review offers a comprehensive guide for researchers to understand the antecedents, decisions and outcomes of firm power in the supply chain, as well as the TCM used in the literature. The content analysis using frameworks provides a road map to investigate the proposed factors that might moderate the decision to exercise power and the outcome of exercising power or power asymmetry from the perspective of gender differences. In addition, based on content analysis, the authors make propositions about TCM that could be applied in future research.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>From a practical perspective, this systematic literature review may help managers to better understand the sources and consequences of their firm’s power. This would allow managers to make better decisions when negotiating with their supply chain parties, which could potentially lead to better performance for their firms and the whole supply chain.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first to conduct a comprehensive systematic literature review of the different dimensions of firms’ power in the supply chain.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"25 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139413594","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The role of contextual factors in conflict handling strategies in logistics service networks","authors":"Seda Özcan, Bengü Sevil Oflaç","doi":"10.1108/jbim-08-2023-0437","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-08-2023-0437","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>In business-to-business interactions, conflicts are inevitable, and conflict-handling strategies that consider different variables improve the decision-making process of actors. This study aims to reveal the role of power and criticality in conflict-handling research in logistics service networks.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>A 2 × 2 between-subject experimental design with four different scenarios was used. One hundred sixty logistics service actors completed an online questionnaire. Data were analyzed with ANOVA and paired sample <em>t</em>-tests using the SPSS 28.0 program.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>In comparative scenarios involving high and low power dynamics, individuals with high power and high criticality situations are more inclined to favor the dominating strategy compared to low-power and low-criticality contexts. However, when faced with specific circumstances characterized by both high power and high criticality, actors tend to prioritize the integrating strategy initially, followed by the dominating and obliging strategies in that order. Notably, the statistical analysis revealed no significant interaction effect between criticality and power concerning the integrating, obliging and dominating conflict-handling strategies.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This study used an experimental approach to investigate criticality and power as contextual elements in determining conflict-handling strategies in an inter-firm environment within logistics service networks. This study is particularly groundbreaking in its knowledge of the relationship among power dynamics, conflict criticality and conflict-handling strategies.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"13 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139415511","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Uncovering the dark side of the sharing economy from a provider’s perspective: a bibliometric systematic review","authors":"Sihong Wu, Maureen Benson-Rea","doi":"10.1108/jbim-01-2023-0028","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-01-2023-0028","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>Despite a growing body of research focusing on the dark side of sharing economy development, arguments are fragmented and incomplete. This study aims to address the gap by integrating existing viewpoints based on a provider’s perspective.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>This study conducted a bibliometric analysis using text mining and clustering algorithm techniques to measure the scope of scientific output on this topic and identify the main research themes.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Through the bibliometric analysis, this study developed an integrative framework based on the platform providers’ internal management issues and external conflicts with consumers, society, government regulations and traditional business. It also identified significant gaps within each research theme and proposed a future research agenda.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>Sharing economy development has not yet been fully understood and regulated, leading to unprecedented challenges to existing business systems. The study addresses knowledge gaps and advances the understanding of the dark side of the sharing economy based on the provider’s internal management and interplay with external forces. It offers a roadmap for future research to advance understanding of the “hidden” dark side of the sharing economy.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"80 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139376055","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Silvio Cardinali, Piyush Sharma, Elena Cedrola, Marta Giovannetti, Kishore Gopalakrishna Pillai
{"title":"Buying centers and emerging developments: the SME perspective","authors":"Silvio Cardinali, Piyush Sharma, Elena Cedrola, Marta Giovannetti, Kishore Gopalakrishna Pillai","doi":"10.1108/jbim-03-2023-0157","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-03-2023-0157","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This paper aims to explore the challenges and opportunities faced by buying centers in small and medium enterprises (SME) manufacturing companies in view of recent technological changes and the virtualization of communication.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>This study uses a qualitative approach with multiple case studies to portray complex realities within the buying centers in the manufacturing SME context. The authors selected five Italian companies to portray the diverse characteristics, practices and policies of relevant stakeholders before reaching saturation with the issues explored.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The authors find that interactions among buying center members are more effective with greater collaboration and exchange (as opposed to competition and a struggle for power). Virtual/hybrid relations require greater intra-group cooperation, whereas diverse backgrounds and collaborative interactions help the flexibility and performance of the buying center. Greater use of technology produces certainty and automation, but it may also cause overload and biases that can be solved with the ability to analyze and clear responsibility for decisions.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Research limitations/implications</h3>\u0000<p>The authors studied only five Italian companies in this study. Future research in other countries with diverse cultural and socio-economic conditions and methods would help extend this research.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>The findings would improve the understanding of the challenges of adopting new purchase process technologies that would help automate routine tasks, produce useful data and support decision-making.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>Unlike prior studies, this study uses an exploratory design to study the evolution of buying centers in SMEs to seek deeper insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by SMEs because of the growing use of emerging technologies.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"11 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139066114","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Augmenting machine learning with human insights: the model development for B2B personalization","authors":"Shahrzad Yaghtin, Joel Mero","doi":"10.1108/jbim-02-2023-0073","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jbim-02-2023-0073","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>Machine learning (ML) techniques are increasingly important in enabling business-to-business (B2B) companies to offer personalized services to business customers. On the other hand, humans play a critical role in dealing with uncertain situations and the relationship-building aspects of a B2B business. Most existing studies advocating human-ML augmentation simply posit the concept without providing a detailed view of augmentation. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to investigate how human involvement can practically augment ML capabilities to develop a personalized information system (PIS) for business customers.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>The authors developed a research framework to create an integrated human-ML PIS for business customers. The PIS was then implemented in the energy sector. Next, the accuracy of the PIS was evaluated using customer feedback. To this end, precision, recall and F1 evaluation metrics were used.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The computed figures of precision, recall and F1 (respectively, 0.73, 0.72 and 0.72) were all above 0.5; thus, the accuracy of the model was confirmed. Finally, the study presents the research model that illustrates how human involvement can augment ML capabilities in different stages of creating the PIS including the business/market understanding, data understanding, data collection and preparation, model creation and deployment and model evaluation phases.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This paper offers novel insight into the less-known phenomenon of human-ML augmentation for marketing purposes. Furthermore, the study contributes to the B2B personalization literature by elaborating on how human experts can augment ML computing power to create a PIS for business customers.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":48181,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing","volume":"78 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139055624","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}