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From tradition to technological advancement: embracing blockchain technology in family businesses 从传统到技术进步:家族企业拥抱区块链技术
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-09-05 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-08-2024-0161
Deepak Kumar
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Job crafting and entrepreneurial innovativeness: the moderated mediation roles of dynamic capabilities and self-initiated AI learning 工作制作与创业创新:动态能力与自主人工智能学习的调节中介作用
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-09-04 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-08-2024-0169
Stewart Selase Hevi, Clemence Dupey Agbenorxevi, Innocent Senyo Kwasi Acquah, Ebenezer Malcalm, Francisca Abena Akomaso Nyamful
{"title":"Job crafting and entrepreneurial innovativeness: the moderated mediation roles of dynamic capabilities and self-initiated AI learning","authors":"Stewart Selase Hevi, Clemence Dupey Agbenorxevi, Innocent Senyo Kwasi Acquah, Ebenezer Malcalm, Francisca Abena Akomaso Nyamful","doi":"10.1108/jfbm-08-2024-0169","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-08-2024-0169","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This paper investigates the moderated mediation roles of dynamic capabilities and self-initiated AI learning between job crafting and entrepreneurial innovativeness among owner-managers of family craft businesses in Ghana.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>A convenience sampling technique was used in the selection of 498 family craft business owner-managers in Ghana. The paper deployed regression analysis to examine the hypothesized paths.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Using hierarchical regression, job crafting was found to have a positive effect on entrepreneurs’ innovativeness. Further, dynamic capabilities moderate the mediated link between self-initiated AI learning and entrepreneurial innovativeness.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Research limitations/implications</h3>\u0000<p>The current study assesses self-initiated learning for work adjustment from a cross-sectional design perspective. Though, this research design is effective in the assessment of opinions and attitudes of persons, it is limited in its capacity to reflect changing opinions and attitudes overtime. This study recommends future studies to conduct a longitudinal survey on the phenomenon.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This study is one of the first to deploy AI affordances to extend empirical literature on the novel SIWAL concept for work adjustment among craft family business owner-managers in Africa.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":51790,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Family Business Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-09-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142204575","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}
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Tacit knowledge sharing in a Lebanese family business: the influence of organizational structure and tie strength 黎巴嫩家族企业的隐性知识共享:组织结构和联系强度的影响
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-30 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-05-2024-0096
Hoda Awada, Moustafa Haj Youssef
{"title":"Tacit knowledge sharing in a Lebanese family business: the influence of organizational structure and tie strength","authors":"Hoda Awada, Moustafa Haj Youssef","doi":"10.1108/jfbm-05-2024-0096","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-05-2024-0096","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This study explores the influence of organizational structure on relationship formation and tacit knowledge sharing within a family business context.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>Utilizing a single case study approach, data were collected through interviews and questionnaires from 12 participants at a family-owned advertising and communication firm in Beirut, Lebanon.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The research highlights the critical role of organizational structure in enhancing organizational effectiveness through knowledge transfer. It underscores how both intraorganizational and interorganizational ties influence knowledge sharing processes and demonstrates the varying impacts of tie strength on tacit knowledge distribution.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This paper contributes to the literature by examining the interdependence between organizational structure, tacit knowledge transfer and tie strength in family businesses. By analyzing these elements across internal and external boundaries, the study offers a fresh perspective on network dynamics. The research highlights that traditional definitions of network ties may not fully capture the unique environment of family firms, where structural nuances impact knowledge sharing and performance. Practically, the findings provide actionable insights for managers to design organizational structures that optimize tacit knowledge flow, fostering innovation and competitiveness. This work challenges existing frameworks and offers guidance for improving knowledge management in family businesses, supporting sustainable growth and success.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":51790,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Family Business Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142204577","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}
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Artificial intelligence and family businesses: a systematic literature review 人工智能与家族企业:系统文献综述
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-30 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-08-2024-0160
Deepak Kumar, Vanessa Ratten
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Women on board and financial distress: channeling effect of family firms 董事会中的女性与财务困境:家族企业的渠道效应
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-27 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-05-2024-0092
Nguyen Vinh Khuong, Mai Quynh Anh, Mai Thi Thanh Thao, Tran Thanh Thao, Nguyen Hong Hanh, Le Thi Hoai Vy
{"title":"Women on board and financial distress: channeling effect of family firms","authors":"Nguyen Vinh Khuong, Mai Quynh Anh, Mai Thi Thanh Thao, Tran Thanh Thao, Nguyen Hong Hanh, Le Thi Hoai Vy","doi":"10.1108/jfbm-05-2024-0092","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-05-2024-0092","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This study seeks to evaluate gender diversity within family members and analyze its effects on financial distress in firms listed in Vietnam.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>The research employs a Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) regression model to assess the impact of gender diversity on corporate board performance, including factors such as the presence and proportion of female directors, female directors with family ties and the gender of CEOs. The study covers 152 listed companies on the HNX and HOSE exchanges from 2015 to 2022. The GMM model is chosen for its robustness in dealing with endogeneity issues and its ability to provide consistent estimates in the presence of potential correlation between explanatory variables and unobserved effects. This approach allows for a more accurate evaluation of how gender diversity influences operational efficiency and how these companies manage financial difficulties within the sample period.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Our research shows that diversity on the Board of Directors (BOD) as well as female CEO employment not only does not reduce the financial distress of businesses but also increases this situation. However, being both a female and a family member of the BOD is negatively related to financial distress. This can help female members who have connections with the family contribute to the work of adjusting and monitoring the business's operations to suit the family's goals, contributing to improving the operational efficiency of the business. BOD maximizes profits and contributes to promoting the company's sustainable development goals. From there, limited ability to travel and financial exhaustion.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>The empirical results obtained from this study contribute to building a solid knowledge base, supporting businesses in the policymaking process and providing empirical evidence to enrich learning materials.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This study provides empirical evidence on how gender diversity influences the financial challenges of businesses, especially within the context of publicly listed companies in Vietnam. It stands out from previous literature by specifically focusing on listed companies in Vietnam. By analyzing the impact of gender diversity on financial difficulties, this study also clarifies how various factors can influence management and business development.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":51790,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Family Business Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142204578","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}
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Organisational learning in family firms: a systematic review 家族企业的组织学习:系统回顾
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-20 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-06-2024-0131
Thomas Moser, Margarietha Johanna de Villiers Scheepers, Saskia de Klerk
{"title":"Organisational learning in family firms: a systematic review","authors":"Thomas Moser, Margarietha Johanna de Villiers Scheepers, Saskia de Klerk","doi":"10.1108/jfbm-06-2024-0131","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-06-2024-0131","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>Organisational learning (OL) is a critical capability family firms (FFs) need in order to adapt to an increasingly turbulent environment. Given the uniqueness of FFs and their differentiated decision-making processes, this review addresses fragmentation in the literature and synthesises prior research outlining the development of OL in FFs.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>A systematic literature review was conducted using four databases, and 53 pertinent papers on OL in FFs published from 1998 to 2023 were analysed using the theory, characteristics, context and methodology (TCCM) framework.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The last five years (2019–2023) show a marked increase in interest in OL in FFs, with a rise in the number of quantitative studies. The findings indicate that OL is mainly studied as a unidimensional construct, while it is a multidimensional capability. Strategic management and organisational behaviour theories are commonly employed, while theories specific to family business such as socioemotional wealth (SEW) and familiness are underrepresented. Most studies focus on FFs in the Northern Hemisphere, and few studies examine OL in FFs located in the Global South. The TCCM framework reveals the complexity and multi-layered nature of OL in FFs.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This is one of the first systematic reviews to synthesise research on OL in FFs. The proposed research agenda identifies fruitful areas for future investigations concentrating on the multidimensional nature of OL, family-related outcomes, as well as contextual and methodological research directions of interest to family business researchers.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":51790,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Family Business Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142204580","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}
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Exploratory analysis of the antecedents of failure in family businesses: cases from Catalunya 家族企业失败诱因的探索性分析:加泰罗尼亚的案例
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-16 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-03-2024-0058
Ani Hayrapetyan, Alexandra Simon
{"title":"Exploratory analysis of the antecedents of failure in family businesses: cases from Catalunya","authors":"Ani Hayrapetyan, Alexandra Simon","doi":"10.1108/jfbm-03-2024-0058","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-03-2024-0058","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>Family businesses (FBs) are considered an essential type of entrepreneurship that impacts economic growth. However, statistics show that after a period of performance they ultimately fail, and comparatively little is known about the reasons for their failing when compared to the amount of research focusing on keys to success.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>Through the implementation of an case study technique, which is widely used in research to address the complex phenomenon of failure, this paper aims to analyse the antecedents of failure in the case of four Catalan FBs. In doing so, this article develops propositions based on Institutional Economics Theory and Dynamic Capability Theory, with a focus on innovation and product diversification in family firms.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Using interviews as a means of obtaining a large amount of information, it is observed that problems related to governmental regulations and constantly changing social behaviour can lead to failure for FBs. Additionally, a link between R&amp;D activities and new product development and FB failure is observed. More specifically, this research highlights that a lack of product diversification and innovation can become a hindrance for FB performance when the institutional environment is unstable. It reveals the importance of developing dynamic capabilities that can meet the demands of fast-changing consumer behaviour. From a practical perspective, these findings can be used by governments in developing regulations focused on the dynamic capabilities of FBs, and by managers in order to learn from these experiences and implement appropriate strategies for long-term development and crisis management.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This paper theoretically contributes to both the FB literature, as well as to institutional economics and dynamic capability theories by offering a combined perspective on how FB's dynamic capabilities change based on environmental factors and impact FB failure.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":51790,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Family Business Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142204579","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}
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Understanding customer’s post-M&A intentions and behaviors: the role of the family business brand and previous reputation of the acquiring firm 了解客户并购后的意向和行为:家族企业品牌和并购企业以往声誉的作用
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-16 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-04-2024-0077
Sonia M.M. Strano, Isabel C. Botero, Tomasz A. Fediuk, Vincenzo Pisano
{"title":"Understanding customer’s post-M&A intentions and behaviors: the role of the family business brand and previous reputation of the acquiring firm","authors":"Sonia M.M. Strano, Isabel C. Botero, Tomasz A. Fediuk, Vincenzo Pisano","doi":"10.1108/jfbm-04-2024-0077","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-04-2024-0077","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p> Mergers and acquisitions (M&amp;As) are a critical time for organizations and their consumers. For the company, there are many financial and non-financial risks. For customers, it requires deciding whether or not to continue the relationship that they had with the previous firm. This paper explores the extent to which communicating the family business (FB) brand, and the previous reputation of the acquirer affects customer perceptions and intentions after an M&amp;A event.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p> Data for this study were collected from 159 Italian participants. We used a 2 (Communication of FB brand: Yes vs. No) by 3 (Reputation: positive, neutral, negative) between subjects’ experiment to test how the communication of the FB brand and the reputation of the acquirer affected perceived trustworthiness and service quality, and how this, in turn, influenced customer purchase intentions.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p> We find that communicating the FB brand does not influence consumer perceptions and intentions toward the acquired company. However, the previous reputation of the acquiring firm is critical in influencing consumer perceptions and intentions to buy.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p> Our study continues the growing research on M&amp;A in family firms. It also increases our understanding of the boundary conditions of the FB brand effects, and the relevance that the previous reputation of a family firm can have in M&amp;A scenarios. Finally, our study introduces the “Halo” and “Velcro” effects into the FB literature.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":51790,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Family Business Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142204581","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}
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Female directors' representation and firm carbon emissions performance: does family control matter? 女性董事代表与公司碳排放绩效:家族控制是否重要?
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-15 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-06-2024-0121
Ahmed Atef Oussii, Maher Jeriji
{"title":"Female directors' representation and firm carbon emissions performance: does family control matter?","authors":"Ahmed Atef Oussii, Maher Jeriji","doi":"10.1108/jfbm-06-2024-0121","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-06-2024-0121","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This study investigates whether female board representation reduces carbon emissions in French-listed companies. It also analyzes to what extent and in what direction family control moderates this relationship.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>The authors collected data from nonfinancial French-listed companies between 2017 and 2022, totalizing 468 firm-year observations. Then, the data were analyzed using linear regression models with panel data.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Findings show that board diversity improves firms' emission reduction performance, suggesting that women on board constitute a valuable resource that can bring distinctive management styles to improve carbon emission performance. Furthermore, the carbon performance-favorable orientation of women on board tends to be weaker, according to the family’s interests and wishes.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>This research highlights that female directors help boards address carbon risk only in nonfamily firms. Our study also supports policymakers' efforts to improve diversity in the board of directors through the mandatory female directorship quota of 40% since 2011 in France.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This study extends past literature by providing new insights into the effect of board gender diversity and family control on carbon emissions performance in the French context, which is characterized by an increasing trend for higher carbon engagement by listed firms in France, mainly after the Paris Agreement.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":51790,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Family Business Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142204582","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}
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Family business culture: a strategic resource and driver of firm performance 家族企业文化:企业绩效的战略资源和驱动力
IF 2.7
Journal of Family Business Management Pub Date : 2024-08-15 DOI: 10.1108/jfbm-03-2024-0064
Kent K. Alipour, Dennis Barber, John H. Batchelor, Whitney Peake, Seth Jones, Tim McIlveene
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