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International Journal of Business and Systems Research

International Journal of Business and Systems Research (IJBSR)

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  • The role of presence and immersion in the impact of augmented reality on behavioural intention   Order a copy of this article
    by Le Quynh Lam Vo, Chien Van Nguyen 
    Abstract: This study investigates the impact of presence and immersion on the effects of augmented reality (AR) on behavioural intention, utilising the Stimulus-Organism-Response (SOR) framework and social presence theory. The research highlights that AR enhances perceived social presence by allowing users to visualise digital products in their own environments, fostering emotional connections with these items. Additionally, aesthetics, novelty, and personalisation contribute to an enriched emotional experience, in line with social presence theory’s emphasis on emotional dynamics in mediated settings. Based on these insights, the study offers strategic recommendations for managers to leverage AR technologies, emphasising the creation of immersive experiences that prioritise aesthetics, novelty, and personalisation to enhance user engagement and drive purchase intentions.
    Keywords: augmented reality; AR; behavioural intention; SOR framework; social presence theory.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2026.10074076
     
  • Cyber connections: exploring sociotechnical stress, social bonding, and the dynamics of social media on wellbeing in the digital age   Order a copy of this article
    by Rana Muhammad Sohail Jafar, Ben Niu, Manahil Jabeen, Ahmad Samed Al-Adwan, Rohana Bt Sham, Waleed Mugahed Al-Rahmi 
    Abstract: This study investigates the intricate relationships between social capital, well-being, and employees social media usage in professional and personal contexts, exploring how sociotechnical stress moderates these dynamics. Utilising partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) with data from 1,002 employees across Pakistani public and private organisations, the research reveals that social media use significantly enhances individual well-being by leveraging social capital. The findings demonstrate that social medias impact extends beyond mere communication, serving as a critical mechanism for personal fulfilment and organisational engagement. By providing a comprehensive analysis of social medias multifaceted influences, the study offers profound theoretical insights and practical implications for understanding employee well-being in the digital workplace, ultimately highlighting the transformative potential of socio-digital interactions.
    Keywords: sociotechnical stress; social bonding; social bridging; social capital; social-media; well-being.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2025.10074692
     
  • Examining the influence of health consciousness and privacy concerns on Gen-Zs adoption of wearable fitness trackers: a TAM and TRA perspective   Order a copy of this article
    by A. K. Subramani, N. Akbar Jan, Nishit Kumar Srivatsava, Namrata Chatterjee 
    Abstract: The research is aimed to analyse the influence of technology, health consciousness (HC), and perceived privacy protection (PPP) on Gen-Z users’ intention and adoption of wearable fitness trackers (WFTs). The structured online survey posted on social media platforms ended with 407 valid responses from Gen-Z users of the WFT from three major metropolitan cities in India, namely Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. This investigate followed a quantitative and cross-sectional research design by combining the technology acceptance model (TAM) and the theory of reasoned action (TRA) to understand the adoption intention of WFT. The outcome of the study exposed that HC ( = 0.46), attitude towards use (ATU) (β = 0.31), perceived usefulness (PU) (β = 0.30), and PPP (β = 0.14) had substantial direct effects on intention to use (ITU) of WFT. Among the antecedents of adoption intention, ATU shows a momentous positive direct effect on ITU and partially mediates the connection between HC and ITU as well as PU and ITU.
    Keywords: health consciousness; perceived privacy protection; PPP; wearable fitness trackers; WTFs; wearable health devices; Gen-Z user.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2026.10075325
     

 

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