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2022

The Internationalization of Nongovernmental Organizations: Characteristics and Challenges

Autores
Gaspar, B; Moreira, AC; Cercas, C; Queiros, R; Campos, S;

Publicação
ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES

Abstract
Although the internationalization of business firms has been intensively studied, the internationalization of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) is still in a growing-up stage as NGOs are focused on serving specific social interests. They may not only be influenced by social, political, and economic goals, but also cater to social or humanitarian services dealing with health, environmental protection, and human rights. Based on the importance of NGOs and the lack of previous studies on their internationalization process, this paper analyzes the results of a systematic literature review (SLR) on the internationalization of NGOs. It is possible to conclude that this topic is under-researched and fragmented and has been dealt with by following qualitative studies. Moreover, the internationalization of NGOs is far from similar to the models that explain the internationalization of for-profit businesses. NGOs are clearly tuned to the services they provide and seek complementary resources from governmental sources and state agencies so that they are capable of providing a variety of human and financial resources. The main limitation of this study is that it is based solely on two academic databases: SCOPUS and WoS.

2022

WORKPLACE INNOVATION: A SEARCH FOR ITS DETERMINANTS THROUGH A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Autores
Almeida, L; Moreira, A;

Publicação
Business: Theory and Practice

Abstract
Workplace innovation (WPI) plays an important role at the institutional level, enabling firms to improve their competitive advantage. However, it remains an under-researched theme. The purpose of this paper is to extend current knowledge of the mechanisms that facilitate innovations in the workplace, identifying the main determinants that leverage WPI, based on a systematic literature review (SLR). An SLR has been carried out in order to determine the main determinants of WPI. The main topics are analyzed, and then the determinants derived inductively. WPI is depicted as a wide array of topics (38) that may be clustered around five different determinants that are transverse and intertwined. This research contributes by filling the gap regarding WPI. It combines five main determinants and provides important insights into possible avenues for the research of WPI.

2022

The “Endless Perspective” to University - Industry - Government Relations

Autores
Simões, PC; Moreira, AC; Dias, CM;

Publicação
Triple Helix

Abstract
Since the emergence of the Triple Helix, expansions to Quadruple, Quintuple, N-tuple helices, and models decomposing higher-order helices into multiple interrelated triple helices, or two-layer triple helices have been proposed. Albeit presenting alternative conceptual frameworks these different Helix models seem unsuited to address internal boundaries to the institutional spheres of the university, industry, and government. Addressing this circumstance, the present article pursues the research purpose of conceptualizing a perspective that opens the possibility of analysis to occur between but also within the boundaries of the institutional spheres. To that effect it advocates the application of different reference frames (scopes) to capture the dynamics that empirically emerge from the system under research. The novelty of this study is that it expands the existing theory by proposing that adding “scopes” (instead of introducing new helices) can increase the analytical potential of the Triple Helix. © Pedro Costa Simões et al., 2022.

2022

Image Recognition-Based Architecture to Enhance Inclusive Mobility of Visually Impaired People in Smart and Urban Environments

Autores
Paiva, S; Amaral, A; Goncalves, J; Lima, R; Barreto, L;

Publicação
SUSTAINABILITY

Abstract
The demographic growth that we have witnessed in recent years, which is expected to increase in the years to come, raises emerging challenges worldwide regarding urban mobility, both in transport and pedestrian movement. The sustainable development of cities is also intrinsically linked to urban planning and mobility strategies. The tasks of navigation and orientation in cities are something that we resort to today with great frequency, especially in unknown cities and places. Current navigation solutions refer to the precision aspect as a big challenge, especially between buildings in city centers. In this paper, we focus on the segment of visually impaired people and how they can obtain information about where they are when, for some reason, they have lost their orientation. Of course, the challenges are different and much more challenging in this situation and with this population segment. GPS, a technique widely used for navigation in outdoor environments, does not have the precision we need or the most beneficial type of content because the information that a visually impaired person needs when lost is not the name of the street or the coordinates but a reference point. Therefore, this paper includes the proposal of a conceptual architecture for outdoor positioning of visually impaired people using the Landmark Positioning approach.

2022

THE IMPORTANCE OF CREATING SUSTAINABLE HABITATS TOWARDS ENSURING A SMOOTH TRANSITION TO A SUSTAINABLE CITY - RIO DE JANEIRO CASE STUDY

Autores
Jorio, M; Amaral, A; Neto, T;

Publicação
TECHNOLOGIES, MARKETS AND POLICIES: BRINGING TOGETHER ECONOMICS AND ENGINEERING

Abstract
The urban development model practiced in the past has proved to be unsustainable. Due to this fact, cities such as Rio de Janeiro, with high population density, mainly regarding precarious settlements, need immediate practical actions to become more sustainable. The insufficiency of planning and investments contributed to the city occupying the 8th position of the most vulnerable cities in the world, triggering the primary motivation of the research study. Therefore, the leading research focused on exploring how sustainable habitats could contribute to Rio de Janeiro becoming more sustainable. A document analysis was carried out, and semi-structured interviews were designed, making it possible to identify projects to create sustainable habitats for Rio de Janeiro that can serve as benchmarks and listen to the engineers and architects regarding the importance of the sustainable building. Thus, consonant to structural changes in thinking, producing, consuming, and living, it was also possible to identify the main contributions of sustainable habitats to the city, classifying them within the pillars of sustainability.

2022

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF BUILDING'S SUSTAINABLE ASSESSMENT SYSTEMS: AN OVERVIEW

Autores
Jorio, M; Amaral, A; Neto, T;

Publicação
TECHNOLOGIES, MARKETS AND POLICIES: BRINGING TOGETHER ECONOMICS AND ENGINEERING

Abstract
The current world context emphasizes the need and urgency of the sustainable cities theme. The construction industry is considered an essential role in satisfying the needs of society and contributing to the economy. However, it is heavily criticized for being a significant contributor to environmental degradation. Moreover, the building sector accounts for considerable energy and water consumption, waste formation, and extensive greenhouse gas emissions. Consequently, sustainable urban development becomes increasingly challenging due to the building sector's high potential for reducing its environmental impacts. Therefore, the research methodology used within this article was the literature review and document analysis to present to the construction industry stakeholders the contribution of the Building's Sustainable Assessment Systems towards the Sustainable Development Goals and essential information that arouses interest in applying them. It was concluded that the Building's Sustainable Assessment Systems contribute to creating sustainable cities, contributing to some of the Sustainable Development Goals.

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