Essays about: "development economics"

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1. 16. Technology Acceptance in the Age of Mobile Applications

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Matilda Svensson; Siri Nygren; Emily Sundqvist; [2023]
   Keywords : Digitalisation; Mobile Apps; Technology Acceptance Model TAM ; Retail App Adoption; IKEA.; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This paper aims to investigate the factors that affect the technology acceptance of retail apps and elaborates on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) through an in-depth, single case study on IKEA. The case study provides the research with the crucial aspect of the customer's perception of the app and extends the framework through the practical adoption of apps. READ MORE

3. 17. The Moderating Role of Employee Skill on the Relationship between R&D Intensity and Firm Performance

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Devansh Sharma; Wanni Arachchige Ishan Asiri Kumara; [2023]
   Keywords : Research Development; Return on Assets; Market Capitalization; Employee Training; Employee Productivity; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This paper investigates the moderating effect of employee skill, as measured by employee productivity and training, on the relationship between R&D spending, measured as R&D intensity, and firm performance, measured as ROA, for the accounting-based standard, and market capitalization, for the market-based standard. The study employs a hierarchical Pooled OLS logistic regression and a Fixed Effects regression model, to account for the structure of the panel data. READ MORE

4. 18. The role of customer-based brand equity in the direct-to-consumer business model

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Lara Stahl; Elsa Dardeau; Paul Joubert; [2023]
   Keywords : D2C; direct-to-consumer business model; customer-based brand equity; perceived brand quality; brand awareness; brand image; brand uniqueness; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This paper aims to explore and analyze the intricate relationship between the direct-to-consumer (D2C) business model and customer-based brand equity. This study utilizes a qualitative approach to gather primary data, aiming to gain profound insights into customer perspectives regarding the impact of the D2C business model on trust, loyalty, and value perception. READ MORE

5. 19. The Uptake of Vertical Farming Practices : a case study on Tatton Agriculture Park in Kenya

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

   Author : Jim Lawrence Gioche Njoroge; [2023]
   Keywords : Vertical Farming VF ; Entrepreneurial Opportunity Theory EOT ; Value Mapping Theory;

   Abstract : This thesis provides insights into the opportunities and barriers surrounding the uptake of vertical farming practices in Kenya, specifically in the context of Tatton Agriculture Park. The findings contribute with existing knowledge on vertical farming and highlight the importance of addressing financial constraints and raising awareness to promote further uptake. READ MORE

6. 20. Turning the Doughnut from Vision to Reality in Wales – the Case of Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

   University essay from

   Author : Emma Bergeling; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainable Development; Earth Sciences; Doughnut Economics; Planetary Boundaries; Transformation; Three Spheres of Transformation;

   Abstract : The world is simultaneously facing social and environmental sustainability issues. There is a decreasing window of opportunity to limit global warming in accordance with the Paris Agreement, significant biodiversity loss, and mounting inequality. READ MORE