This thesis investigates the influence of firms’ internal and external environmental factors upon their adoption of HRIS behaviour (i.e., the variation between adopters and non-adopters) and the level of implementation of HRIS applications and its effectiveness. An integrated conceptual framework was developed for the factors that determine the organisation’s adoption and the level of practice of HRIS applications. This framework integrates ideas and elements from the Diffusion of innovation Theory (DOI) and technology organization environment (TOE) model, the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) and the IT studies in the area of HRM. Data were collected through structured-directed interviews with 236 respondents. The survey units were the shareholding companies in Jordan, and the key single respondents approach was employed. The findings of the study support that internal and external environmental factors are related not only to adoption of HRIS behaviour (i.e., the difference between adopters and non-adopters), but also to the level of implementing of HRIS applications. In comparison to each environmental dimension acting alone, the integration approach of the two internal and external dimensions gives better explanation not only of the prediction of the level of implementing of HRIS applications, but also of the prediction of adoption behaviour. Therefore, a better understanding of adoption of HRIS behaviour and the level of implementing of HRIS applications requires that firms’ environmental factors be viewed as whole (i.e., the interaction of the internal and external dimension) rather than being isolated fragments (i.e., only a single dimension). The current research contributes to the existing body of knowledge by enhancing current understanding of the organisational adoption of HRIS, which is an under-researched area in Jordan as a developing country. By employing analytical tools based on Rogers’s Innovation Diffusion Theory , UTAUT, TOE , and the findings of empirical studies of IT adoption, evidence confirms that the adoption of HRIS in the business organisations depends largely on interaction of internal and external environmental factors and the findings support the need for an integrated view of the adoption phenomenon. In that respect, this study also attempts to make an important theoretical contribution towards articulating differences in the determinants of adoption and the level of implementations of HRIS applications and its effectiveness.

This study strives to investigate why some small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from Northeast Italy internationalize at inception and some internationalize gradually. The main literature regarding both, Born Globals and Stage-Models, were reviewed. In face of a high degree of fragmentation in the Born Global literature the study was developed through an abductive logic of reasoning. This basically means that we started by clustering already accepted internal and external factors, working then, towards a unified explanation. A qualitative study was developed with four SMEs. The main results show that no factor can singularly drive a company to internationalize at inception. Instead, the interaction of internal and external factors determines how SMEs internationalize. The findings provide empirical insights on the internationalization behavior of SMEs and redress the apparent theoretical gap in this field.

O propósito desta tese é analisar e sistematizar os principais elementos determinantes internos e externos às empresas para o acúmulo de capacidade tecnológica em empresas do setor de bens de capital no Brasil. Para alcançar os objetivos propostos realizou-se um estudo descritivo-exploratório, de abordagem qualitativa, junto a 44 empresas do setor de bens de capital mecânico, localizadas na região sudeste do Brasil. A escolha desse tema justifica-se pela necessidade de um maior esforço analítico sobre o processo de acumulação de capacidade tecnológica em empresas do setor de bens de capital no Brasil. O desdobramento em elementos internos e externos possibilitou a avaliação dos esforços internos realizados pelas empresas e as limitações postas pelos condicionantes externos que atuam no processo de acúmulo de capacidade tecnológica. Os resultados mostram que em todas as dimensões analisadas as características apresentadas condicionam as empresas a uma baixa competitividade, seja por preço ou por diferenciação tecnológica. Do ponto de vista dos elementos internos é crucial que as empresas se engajem em processos contínuos de aprendizagem para a construção e acúmulo de sua capacidade tecnológica. Do ponto de vista dos elementos externos, estes exercem forte influência nos processos de acumulo de capacidade tecnológica por criarem condições desfavoráveis para investimentos, em particular, aqueles realizados com atividades com longo prazo de retorno, como as de P&D e inovação. / The purpose of this thesis is to analyze and systematize the major internal and external determinants to companies for technological capability accumulation in capital goods sector companies in Brazil. To achieve the proposed objectives there was a descriptive exploratory study with a qualitative approach, along with 44 companies of the mechanical capital goods sector, located in southeastern Brazil. The choice of this theme is justified by the need for greater analytical effort on the technological capability accumulation process in capital goods sector companies in Brazil. The breakdown in internal and external elements enabled the evaluation of internal efforts of companies and the limitations posed by external constraints operating in the technological capability accumulation process. The results show that in all dimensions analyzed the characteristics presented drive companies to low competitiveness, either by price or technological differentiation. From the point of view of internal elements is crucial that companies engage in continuous learning processes for the construction and accumulation of technological capacity. From the point of view of the external elements, they exert strong influence on the accumulation processes of technological capacity for creating favorable conditions for investments, in particular those made with activities with long-term return, such as R&D and innovation.

O propósito desta tese é analisar e sistematizar os principais elementos determinantes internos e externos às empresas para o acúmulo de capacidade tecnológica em empresas do setor de bens de capital no Brasil. Para alcançar os objetivos propostos realizou-se um estudo descritivo-exploratório, de abordagem qualitativa, junto a 44 empresas do setor de bens de capital mecânico, localizadas na região sudeste do Brasil. A escolha desse tema justifica-se pela necessidade de um maior esforço analítico sobre o processo de acumulação de capacidade tecnológica em empresas do setor de bens de capital no Brasil. O desdobramento em elementos internos e externos possibilitou a avaliação dos esforços internos realizados pelas empresas e as limitações postas pelos condicionantes externos que atuam no processo de acúmulo de capacidade tecnológica. Os resultados mostram que em todas as dimensões analisadas as características apresentadas condicionam as empresas a uma baixa competitividade, seja por preço ou por diferenciação tecnológica. Do ponto de vista dos elementos internos é crucial que as empresas se engajem em processos contínuos de aprendizagem para a construção e acúmulo de sua capacidade tecnológica. Do ponto de vista dos elementos externos, estes exercem forte influência nos processos de acumulo de capacidade tecnológica por criarem condições desfavoráveis para investimentos, em particular, aqueles realizados com atividades com longo prazo de retorno, como as de P&D e inovação. / The purpose of this thesis is to analyze and systematize the major internal and external determinants to companies for technological capability accumulation in capital goods sector companies in Brazil. To achieve the proposed objectives there was a descriptive exploratory study with a qualitative approach, along with 44 companies of the mechanical capital goods sector, located in southeastern Brazil. The choice of this theme is justified by the need for greater analytical effort on the technological capability accumulation process in capital goods sector companies in Brazil. The breakdown in internal and external elements enabled the evaluation of internal efforts of companies and the limitations posed by external constraints operating in the technological capability accumulation process. The results show that in all dimensions analyzed the characteristics presented drive companies to low competitiveness, either by price or technological differentiation. From the point of view of internal elements is crucial that companies engage in continuous learning processes for the construction and accumulation of technological capacity. From the point of view of the external elements, they exert strong influence on the accumulation processes of technological capacity for creating favorable conditions for investments, in particular those made with activities with long-term return, such as R&D and innovation.

The workplace is a place where many people spend a lot of their awake time. It is a place where many people have the main part of their social contexts, and because of this, it is considered relevant to investigate job satisfaction closer to gain a deeper understanding of the subject. This essay is completed with a qualitative method and four semi-structured deep interviews have been conducted and the aim of the paper is to gain a deeper understanding of the factors that affect the job satisfaction of employees in service-oriented professions. The selection consists of four people employed in service professions, and the results have been analyzed using qualitative content analysis, previous research and theories related to job satisfaction. The results show five factors that are of the utmost importance for creating a high level of job satisfaction, and these are social interactions, communication, appreciation, motivation, and salary and benefits. These factors are in part consistent with earlier research but also indicate new approaches. The analysis aroused a curiosity about gender and it would therefore be interesting to approach the area in perspective about gender in further research. / Arbetsplatsen är en plats där många människor spenderar mycket av sin vakna tid. Det är också en plats där många människor har huvuddelen av sina sociala sammanhang och på grund av detta anses det vara av relevans att undersöka arbetstrivsel närmre för att få en djupare förståelse om ämnet. Denna C-uppsats är genomförd med en kvalitativ metod och fyra semistrukturerade djupintervjuer har genomförts. Syftet med uppsatsen är att få en djupare förståelse för vilka faktorer som påverkar arbetstrivseln för anställda inom servicenära yrken. Urvalet utgörs av fyra personer anställda i servicenära yrken och resultatet har analyserats med hjälp av kvalitativ innehållsanalys, tidigare forskning samt teorier kopplade till arbetstrivsel. Resultatet visar på fem faktorer som är av störst vikt för att skapa en hög grad av arbetstrivsel och dessa är sociala interaktioner, kommunikation, uppskattning, motivation samt lön och förmåner. Dessa faktorer stämmer till viss del överens med tidigare forskning men indikerar också på nya infallsvinklar. Analysen väckte en nyfikenhet kring genus och det skulle därför vara intressant att närma sig området i perspektiv om genus i vidare forskning.

En la actualidad, la páprika peruana se encuentra entre los principales proveedores mundiales desde la última década debido a su calidad y su experiencia en agroexportación. Las exportaciones de páprika peruana tienen como principales destinos a España, México y Estados Unidos, siendo este último el de mayor demanda. A pesar de estar entre los principales exportadores mundiales, la páprika peruana no logra consolidarse o mejorar sus niveles de ventas. Entre los años 2012 - 2017, las exportaciones han presentado irregularidades por parte de las exportadoras que en ciertos casos dejaron de enviar al exterior por espacios de un año. En este periodo de seis años, se observa la consolidación de China como proveedor mundial, las consecuencias de la crisis española en la demanda y la importancia del Norte de Lima como productor nacional de páprika. El presente documento analiza los factores determinantes internos y externos que influyen en las exportaciones de páprika del Norte de Lima. Entre los internos se obtienen el desarrollo tecnológico, la edad y tamaño de la empresa. Por parte de los externos, se presenta el acceso al financiamiento. Para este fin, se analizaron las correlaciones existentes entre las variables y el análisis factorial. La investigación es cuantitativa, no experimental, transeccional y correlacional. Los resultados muestran que los factores analizados son significativos para la actividad exportadora de la páprika debido a que se encuentran muy correlacionadas. / At present, Peruvian paprika is among the world's leading suppliers in the last decade due to its quality and experience in the agro-export sector. The exports of Peruvian paprika have as main destinations to Spain, Mexico and the United States, the latter is the one with the highest demand. Despite being among the world's leading exporters, Peruvian paprika does not manage to consolidate or improve its sales levels. In the years 2012 to 2017, the exports have presented irregularities on the part of the exporters that in certain cases stopped sending abroad for spaces of one year. In this period of six years, we see the consolidation of China as a global supplier, the consequences of the Spanish crisis on demand and the importance of Northern Lima as a national producer. This document analyzes the internal and external determinants that influence the exports of paprika from the North Region of Lima. Among the interns, the technological development, the age and size of the company are obtained. On the part of outsiders, access to financing is presented. The existing correlations between the variables and the factorial analysis were analyzed. The research is quantitative, not experimental, transectional and correlational. The results show that the factors analyzed are significant for the export activity of paprika because they are correlated. / Tesis

Orientador: Antônio Donozeti Pires / Banca: Márcia Valéria Zamboni Gobbi / Banca: Tânia Pellegrini / Resumo: Nossa pesquisa de mestrado procura apontar as relações entre a literatura e o seu condicionamento social em À sombra do cipreste (1999) e A coleira no pescoço (2006), livros de contos de Menalton Braff, autor brasileiro contemporâneo. A análise de orientação sociológica surgiu porque os contos de Menalton, ao mesmo tempo em que proporcionam uma leitura de cunho intimista pelas crises das personagens, linguagem poética, fluxo de consciência, emprego da técnica impressionista e expressionista, entre outros aspectos, integram em sua estrutura as formas com que as relações sociais, valores e orientações ideológicas interferem nas personagens e contribuem para a economia do texto. Para mostrar as imbricações entre texto e contexto, recorremos ao método analítico de Antonio Candido, a crítica sociológica, baseado nas obras Literatura e Sociedade (1965) e Formação da literatura brasileira (1997). Além disso, nosso embasamento teórico está centrado em outros autores que dialogam, direta ou indiretamente, com a crítica sociológica de Candido, como João Alexandre Barbosa, (A leitura do intervalo. Ensaios de crítica, 1990, e Alguma crítica, 2002), René Wellek e Austin Warren, (Teoria da literatura, 1965), Luiz Costa Lima (Teoria da literatura em suas fontes, 2002) e Octavio Paz, (O arco e a lira, 1982). Propusemos uma divisão do corpus em quatro frentes temáticas, Morte/Memória, Relações familiares, Abandono/Solidão e Embate social como método que auxiliasse a leitura dos contos analisados (treze no total). Essa divisão, contudo, buscou apontar o tema sobressalente em cada conto e não propor uma leitura estanque das temáticas, uma vez que, de modo geral, cada narrativa transita entre os quatro grupos. Para essa divisão utilizamos Tomachevski ("Temática", 1973) e o Dicionário de termos literários, de Massaud Moisés, 1974... (Resumo completo, clicar acesso eletrônico abaixo) / Abstract: Our research tries to indicate the relationship between literature and society in the short stories of À sombra do cipreste (1999) and A coleira no pescoço (2006) by Menalton Braff, contemporary Brazilian author. The sociological reading arose because Menalton's short stories, while providing an intimate reading because of the characters' crises, poetic language, stream of consciousness, use of impressionist and expressionist technique in writing, among others characteristics, also make implicit the ways in which social relations, values and ideological orientations interfere with the characters and contribute to the economy of the text. To show the connections between text and context, we've used the analytical method of Antonio Candido, the sociological critic, based on the books Literatura e sociedade (1965) and Formação da literature brasileira (1997). Our theoretical framework also focuses on other authors that interact, directly or indirectly, with Candido's sociological critic, as João Alexandre Barbosa (A leitura do intervalo. Ensaios de crítica, 1990, e Alguma crítica, 2002), René Wellek and Austin Warren, (Teoria da literatura, 1965), Luiz Costa Lima (Teoria da literatura em suas fontes, 2002) and Octavio Paz, (O arco e a lira, 1982). We have also proposed a division of the corpus into four thematic fronts, Death/Memory, Family Relationship, Abandonment/Loneliness and Social strike, as method which would help the reading of the short stories (thirteen in total). This division, however, sought to point the main theme in each story, but did not propose a reading of each theme tight, because each narrative moves among the four groups. To accomplish this division we've used Tomachevski ("Temática", 1973) and the Dicionário de termos literários, by Massaud Moisés, 1974. From these theoretical assumptions, we sought to ascertain which social... (Complete abstract click electronic access below) / Mestre

The aim of diploma thesis is detailed processing of a business plan for setting up a limited company, which will be operating in grown distillery (production of fruit spirit for growers). The theoretical part of thesis deals with creation, composition and structure of the business plan. The first step of the practical part is the market analysis that the creation of business plan will be based on. Based on the evaluation of financial costs and risks analysis I will propose company long-term strategy.

This master´s thesis deals with evaluation of a financial situation of the company Pivovar Chotěboř s.r.o. The theoretical part of this thesis focuses on the description of basic terms and methodological procedures, which are used for company performance evaluation. Based on the first part the partical part will be workded out. The company is introduced in the second part. This part of the work deals with the characteristic of chosen company, the description of the development of industry and calculation of financial ratios based on findings. Recommendations for improvement of company´s economical situation, based on the analysis and corporate benchmarking, are presented in the last part.

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