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            <title><![CDATA[Understanding Circular Literacy as a Driver Of Circular Economy Transitions]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. The circular economy (CE) has emerged as a fundamental framework for advancing sustainable resource consumption, based on the continuous circulation of materials through reduction, reuse, and recycling principles. Its principal goal is to preserve the value of products and materials for as long as possible, minimise resource inputs and waste generation, and eventually return materials to the economic system to create new value.Design / Methodology / Approach. Using a bibliometric analysis, the study examines publications in the Scopus database to identify key themes, research trends, influential works, leading journals, and prominent authors contributing to this emerging discourse.Findings. The findings indicate a growing academic interest in circular literacy, including its role as an enabler of societal readiness for CE adoption. Based on the bibliometric results, the article outlines a research roadmap that positions circular literacy as an essential socio-cultural dimension alongside technological and economic CE strategies.Originality / Value / Practical implications. The study contributes originality and value by synthesising the evolving conceptual landscape, identifying theoretical and empirical gaps, and delineating interdisciplinary linkages between CE, literacy studies, and sustainability transitions research. In practical terms, it provides a conceptual foundation for future empirical models and policy frameworks that may support the development of targeted educational initiatives, public engagement strategies, and institutional interventions.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Generation Z Employment Values: Identifying Key Research Areas]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. The entry and retention of Generation Z in the labour market has sparked a broad discussion on the shifting paradigm of motivation, posing an essential challenge for contemporary human resource management. Although the literature provides many empirical studies, there is still a lack of a synthetic view of the conceptual constructs around which researchers' attention is focused. The aim of this research is to identify the dominant employment values of Generation Z regarding well-being and career development through a quantitative corpus text analysis of scientific research papers.Design / Methodology / Approach. The research employs a distant-reading method, deploying key concept frequency, link, and trend analyses. The corpus, consisting of 33 scientific papers (294,074 lexical tokens), was created following the PRISMA protocol. The selection included papers from Scopus, Web of Science, and ScienceDirect published between 2016 and 2026. The inclusion criteria encompassed concepts relevant to Generation Z and employment values (including work aspirations, intentions, and career development) within titles, keywords, and abstracts. The analysis was conducted using the Voyant Tools platform.Findings. Results of the frequency and lexical link analyses reveal that the dominant value for Generation Z is maintaining a work-life balance, which emerged as the primary thematic node in the analysed discourse. Career development and well-being were identified as essential but secondary values, while financial components formed the least dominant category. Within the area of well-being, a high density of terms related to mental health protection and the avoidance of toxic or stressful environments was identified, indicating a priority for psychological safety. Career development values primarily focused on autonomy, flexibility, and intrinsic motivation.Originality / Value / Practical implications. The originality of this study lies in applying a quantitative text-mining approach to identify a ranking of employment value components for Generation Z. This method provides an objective synthesis of the current research landscape, moving beyond traditional qualitative reviews. Practical implications include providing HR managers with evidence-based guidelines for designing talent attraction strategies that prioritise psychological safety and flexibility, addressing the identified information gap in human resource management.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Bridging the Strategy-Execution Gap Through Data Integration: The Stride Framework]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. Contemporary strategic management literature has developed rich but largely specialized streams addressing strategy formulation, resource configuration, dynamic capabilities, execution systems, and data-driven decision-making. Despite these advances, persistent fragmentation remains between strategic intent, operational execution, and analytical validation. The purpose of this study is to develop and conceptually justify STRIDE as an integrative cyclical architecture of strategic management capable of structurally aligning these dimensions.Design / Methodology / Approach. The study adopts a conceptual theory-building design grounded in structural comparative analysis. Representative strategic management frameworks are examined across six predefined architectural dimensions: strategic intent, tactical translation, resource alignment, implementation mechanisms, data integration, and evaluation. The comparison serves to identify structural discontinuities and integrative gaps within dominant paradigms.Findings. The analysis suggests that existing frameworks tend to specialize in particular structural components rather than provide a fully integrated governance architecture. Based on this architectural assessment, STRIDE is developed as a synthesis model that embeds strategic direction, operational coordination, analytical validation, and evaluative recalibration within a unified recursive system.Originality / Value / Practical implications. The study contributes to strategic management theory by introducing architectural completeness as a criterion for systemic alignment. Rather than extending a single paradigm, STRIDE integrates fragmented domains into a coherent cyclical governance framework, offering a structured foundation for future empirical validation and practical application.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Motivation of Construction Workers in Latvia: Implications for Internal Social Impact Context in Construction Companies]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. The construction sector is an important sector of national economies, where development is partly dependent on the behaviour of workers. Thus, the motivation of workers is an important element of organisational sustainability. The aim of this research was to examine the central tendencies of perceived importance of motivational factors and perceived workplace experience of these factors influencing employee motivation among construction workers in Latvia in order to draw implications for the organisational internal social impact context.Design / Methodology / Approach. Two research methods were used – a survey and interviews. The questionnaire was divided into two thematic blocks focusing on the perceptions of the importance of motivational factors and the experience of such factors at the workplace, respectively. The questionnaire was designed in alignment with the hygiene and motivating factors of Herzberg’s Theory of Motivation. The interviews were designed to verify the results obtained through the survey. The survey was conducted among 153 construction workers in Latvia, and interviews were conducted with 5 managers and specialists in construction. The data were collected in spring 2024. The survey data were analysed using the descriptive statistics method, while interviews were examined by applying the content analysis method.Findings. Latvian construction workers assigned a relatively high value to hygiene factors of motivation, such as timely remuneration, good working conditions and physical well-being, while assigning lower scores to motivating factors of a psychological nature, such as recognition for the well-completed activities and self-development. Similar tendencies were reported for the perceived experience of such factors by workers at construction companies, though with slightly lower satisfaction levels.Originality / Value / Practical implications. The originality of this study lies in its recommendation to create a bridge between the worker motivation system and organizational internal social impact context. The findings imply that motivational factors should be evaluated not only as determinants of employee performance and satisfaction, but also as elements contributing to the broader internal social environment of organisations. Consequently, integrating employee motivation into the internal social impact context may encourage construction companies to adopt a more long-term and strategic approach toward workforce well-being, organisational stability, and sustainable organisational development.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Adoption and Adaptation of Agile Project Management in the Georgian Banking Sector: Challenges and Insights]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. The current paper analyzes the application and adaptation of Agile Project Management (APM) frameworks in Georgian banks' product development activities, namely at TBC Bank and Bank of Georgia. The purpose of this study is to explore the application of three agile frameworks: Scrum, Kanban, and ScrumBan, and evaluate the benefits of applying agile in operations, flexibility of work, digital transformation, and innovations focused on customers. Furthermore, the current paper highlights some of the challenges in adopting agile frameworks.Design / Methodology / Approach. The qualitative research with a deductive approach was used for this research. Primary data were collected through 10 semi-structured interviews with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and software developers from two leading Georgian banks. Secondary data were collected from organizational reports, publications about the Georgian banking sector, and academic works on Agile Project Management and digital transformation. In addition, the case study design allowed conducting in-depth analysis of agile practices in Georgian commercial banks.Originality / Value / Practical implications. The results of this research suggest high usage of agile frameworks in the Georgian banking sector and customization of such frameworks by companies according to their needs. ScrumBan proved to be the dominant framework, providing both flexibility and a structured process flow. Moreover, this research found that agile practices increase collaboration among team members, increase autonomy, and enable better product development due to improved integration of customer feedback. However, a few challenges are still faced in the process of implementing agile frameworks. These challenges include regulatory issues, long and complicated decision-making processes, and difficulties of coordinating teams that operate with and without agile frameworks. The results show that the introduction of customer feedback procedures and iterative product deliveries help to increase customer satisfaction. This study adds value to the existing literature on Agile Project Management since there are very few studies devoted to the topic. It provides practical information for managers who consider the implementation of such frameworks in their operations. The findings can serve as a source of inspiration for financial institution's decision-makers and stakeholders to develop more effective project management strategies (Hoeseb, &amp; Tanner, 2020).]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Technostress in Teachers’ Professional Activity: A Needs Assessment in Early Childhood Education in Lithuania]]></title>
            <link>https://reference-global.com/article/10.2478/ssidt-2026-0005</link>
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            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. This research aims to investigate technostress in the professional activity of early childhood and pre-primary education teachers in Lithuania, including its prevalence, sources, consequences, and measures for its reduction.Design / Methodology / Approach. A survey based on established theoretical frameworks of technostress and the Job Demands – Resources model was conducted, and a quantitative needs assessment instrument (a questionnaire) was developed. The survey involved 170 Lithuanian early childhood and pre -primary teachers. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, including frequencies, percentages, and related indicators.Findings. The research revealed that technostress is present in the professional activity of early childhood and pre – primary education teachers. The results showed intensive use of digital technologies in teachers’ professional activities and identified information overload, workload, technological changes, and technical problems as the main sources of technostress. The findings also suggest that technology use has a dual impact on teachers’ professional activity and well – being. While digital technologies were perceived as facilitating work performance, they were also associated with increased fatigue and stress. The results further highlight the importance of organisational, technological, and professional support measures aimed at reducing technostress. The findings indicate that although the reported level of technostress was moderate, technology – related stressors are regularly encountered in teachers’ professional activities and therefore require continuous attention from educational institutions and policymakers.Originality / Value / Practical implications. Results indicate that the majority of Lithuanian early childhood and pre-primary education teachers who participated in the research agree on the need for various organisational, technological, and professional development measures that can reduce technology-related stress. This suggests that the research is significant not only for determining the scope of the problem but also for formulating practical recommendations aimed at reducing technostress in educational practice. The research findings also support decision – making related to teacher professional development, digital competence enhancement, and the provision of organizational and technical support in educational institutions.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Influence of Cybersecurity Measures on Consumer Trust and Loyalty in Digital Marketing in India]]></title>
            <link>https://reference-global.com/article/10.2478/ssidt-2025-0003</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. In India’s rapidly growing digital economy, cybersecurity has become a key factor shaping consumer perception and behaviour on digital marketing platforms. Rising data breaches and privacy concerns have elevated the importance of user trust. Cybersecurity is now seen not only as a technical safeguard but also as a strategic element for retaining consumers. Despite its growing significance, there is limited research on how cybersecurity directly influences consumer trust and loyalty in the Indian context. This study addresses that gap. The purpose of the research is to analyse the impact of cybersecurity measures on consumer trust and loyalty toward digital marketing platforms in India. To achieve that, such factors as data protection, privacy practices, and incident response, and their influence on consumer trust, engagement, and long-term loyalty to digital marketing platforms are assessed. The visibility of cybersecurity practices and their meaning to consumers are also analysed, as well as the translation of such perceptions into repeat purchasing behaviour and brand advocacy. By achieving that, the paper not only contributes to the scientific purpose but also provides actionable guidance for practitioners. The research analyses how trust serves as a mediating factor between cybersecurity measures and loyalty outcomes.Design / Methodology / Approach. A mixed-methods approach is used. Quantitative data from a structured online survey (50 participants across India) is combined with qualitative insights from an interview with a digital marketing professional. Analytical methods include regression, factor analysis, and thematic evaluation.Findings. Results show a strong positive link between effective cybersecurity and consumer trust, which significantly affects loyalty. Transparent data protection policies and visible cybersecurity efforts enhance consumer confidence and repeat usage. The study provides practical recommendations for strengthening user trust via improved cybersecurity. The findings are also intended to support digital platforms in designing security strategies that strengthen consumer confidence and create sustainable competitive advantage.Originality / Value / Practical implications. This research is one of the few studies that empirically examines how cybersecurity measures directly influence consumer trust and loyalty in the Indian digital marketing context. Its originality lies in combining consumer perception analysis with expert insights to reveal that visible and transparent cybersecurity practices are more influential than technical certifications. The findings provide practical guidance for digital platforms on how to build consumer trust and loyalty by integrating cybersecurity as a core element of brand strategy.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Digital Well-Being of Public Servants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. This study aims to investigate how work in the digital environment affects the emotional, mental, and physical dimensions of digital well-being among Latvian public administration employees, and to develop recommendations for both managers and employees to enhance digital well-being.Design / Methodology / Approach. Primarily, a comprehensive literature review was conducted, followed by a survey, using the Mathew et al. (2023) developed research instrument (questionnaire). Latvian public administration employees participated in the survey. A descriptive frequency analysis of the Digital Well-Being Scale was conducted using non-parametric statistics, with items categorised by perceived importance. Differences were examined with the Kruskal–Wallis test, and open-ended responses were Content analysed to identify strategies and emotional categories.Findings. The study found that nearly 90% of public servants surveyed experience moderate or high levels of stress. Key factors among these groups include psychological factors such as productivity and decisiveness. At the same time, emotional factors showed no significant influence, and physical aspects had only a moderate impact. In summary, it can be concluded that digital tools contributed to the development of cognitive abilities and efficiency. Still, for respondents with a higher level, digital resources caused negative physical consequences, such as sleep disturbance, physical discomfort, and decreased activity.Originality / Value / Practical implications. The obtained results highlight factors that impact the digital well-being of employees in the Latvian state and local government institutions while working in a digital environment. Based on the received data, recommendations were developed for employers on how to improve the digital environment and digital well-being of their employees. Recommendations were also formulated for the employees themselves on how they can take care of themselves and improve their digital well-being.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Associations between Motivation at Fast Food Restaurants in Sri Lanka and Human Capital Indicators within the Integrated Reporting Framework]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research relevance: This research is relevant as it addresses a critical gap in understanding how specific human capital indicators influence employee motivation in the fast-food industry, a sector characterised by high turnover and performance pressure. By applying the Integrated Reporting (IR) framework, the study provides practical insights for aligning non-financial indicators with employee engagement strategies. The findings can support decision-makers in developing targeted human capital initiatives that enhance motivation, productivity, and long-term value creation.Research goal: The research aimed to identify which human capital indicators are associated with employee motivation in fast food restaurants in Sri Lanka within the integrated reporting framework.Research methods: This study employed a quantitative survey method to examine the association between human capital indicators and employee motivation in Sri Lankan fast food restaurants, using the Integrated Reporting Framework. A structured questionnaire, based on key performance indicators developed by Uzule et al. (2024), was distributed to 106 employees. The questions focusing on key performance indicators and staff motivation were measured on the 5-point Likert scale. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s rho correlation to identify significant associations between human capital factors and employee motivation.Main findings: The study revealed that employee motivation and satisfaction were at a moderate level, with average scores of 2.93 and 3.02 on a 5-point scale. Among the eight human capital indicators assessed, communication and value creation in companies received the highest average ratings from respondents. Correlation analysis using Spearman’s rho showed significant positive associations between motivation and five indicators: value creation in companies, communication, sustainability, performance, and financial aspects. In contrast, employee competences, risk estimation, and employee well-being did not show statistically significant associations with motivation in this context.Originality / Value / Practical implications. This research explores the relationship between human capital indicators and employee motivation within the fast-food industry in Sri Lanka, using the Integrated Reporting Framework. The findings reveal that communication, value creation, and sustainability are key drivers of motivation, while traditional factors like employee competencies and well-being show weaker associations. The study contributes to the development of IR by highlighting motivation as a measurable and strategic component of human capital performance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Employer Branding in Private Universities in Poland. Exploratory Study.]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research Purpose. The objective of this article is to delineate the conceptual and operational parameters of 'employer branding' within the context of research in private universities in Poland, i.e. Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs), through the lens of sustainable university management. The study has an exploratory purpose.Design/Methodology/Approach. The research assumptions were developed based on the analysis of secondary sources. A quantitative method was used, consisting of a CAWI survey and direct, paper-based interviews. The sample size was determined based on the number of all 19 private academic universities in Poland at the time that were invited to participate in the study. Quantitative research was conducted from 2019 to 2022. The results were additionally verified using qualitative methods, observing the websites of private universities and five personal study visits. The qualitative research was conducted from October 2022 to June 2023.Findings. A prevalent trend observed across all categories evaluated in the empirical investigations presented in the article permits the formulation of the assumption that respondents exhibit an absence of a definitive opinion regarding the issue of university employer branding.Originality/Value/Practical Implications. The utilisation of employer branding as a contemporary instrument for the dissemination of an organisation's image is attributable to the limited propagation of this concept and its associated elements within the market milieu. This concept represents a relatively novel area of investigation, necessitating more intensive exploration. The research conducted facilitated the delineation of various aspects concerning both the external and internal representation of private academic universities' public image. Concurrently, new exploratory domains emerged.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Waste Sorting Motivators and Demotivators at the Workplace]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research purpose. Growing environmental pressures and global sustainability commitments, such as the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 12, underscore the importance of effective waste management in all societal sectors. Workplaces, where individuals spend a lot of their time, represent a critical yet underexplored setting for implementing and improving waste sorting practices. This study aimed to examine employees’ attitudes toward workplace waste sorting in Latvia, focusing on identifying motivators and demotivators that influence participation.Design / Methodology / Approach. A quantitative survey was conducted with 108 respondents, representing diverse industries, company sizes, and demographic profiles. The questionnaire covered workplace waste sorting practices, positive and negative influencing factors, and general perceptions. Data analysis focused on identifying patterns in motivators and demotivators, as well as differences by gender, company size, and awareness levels.Findings. The results show that 79% of surveyed employees engage in waste sorting at work, aligning closely with national household statistics. Most workplaces (92%) have sorting stations, though awareness of specific container availability was slightly lower (82%). Nearly 60% reported that employers provided sorting containers, while only 24% had received training on proper sorting, 25% noted the use of motivational systems, and 27% indicated the presence of visual reminders. Motivators most frequently cited included environmental protection (50%), resource saving (over 35%), habit change (over 35%), and improved workplace appearance (over 35%). Negative factors were led by rapid bin overfilling (over 40%), the need to change established habits (over 40%), and time spent deciding on waste categories (over 40%). Gender differences emerged, with 11% of women and 5% of men unaware of sorting station presence; women were more likely to view habit change negatively (nearly 50% vs. 33% of men), while men more often cited time constraints (46% vs. 37% of women).Originality / Value / Practical implications. This study provides information on workplace waste sorting motivators and demotivators in Latvia. The findings highlight the need for enhanced communication, better visibility of sorting facilities, and integration of waste sorting into workplace culture to strengthen engagement. Addressing workplace waste sorting offers benefits that extend beyond meeting waste management targets, as it actively engages employees in achieving organisational sustainability goals.]]></description>
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