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International Journal of Services and Standards

International Journal of Services and Standards (IJSS)

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International Journal of Services and Standards (2 papers in press)

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  • The mediating role of workplace ostracism in the relationship between diversity, inclusion, and workplace deviant behaviour   Order a copy of this article
    by Ashik Das, Md. H. Asibur Rahman 
    Abstract: The study aims to investigate the mediating role of workplace ostracism between diversity and inclusion initiatives and organisational workplace deviant behaviour. It employs a quantitative approach based on an empirical survey. Physical survey questionnaires are distributed to 250 employees in the utility service sector in Dhaka City, Bangladesh. Additionally, an online questionnaire is circulated using Google Forms services through personal contacts. Respondents evaluate each questionnaire item on a five-point Likert scale. Researchers utilise structural equation modelling (SEM) to examine relationships among constructs and test hypotheses. However, the investigation fails to recognise the mediating role of workplace ostracism between workplace diversity and inclusion and workplace deviant behaviour. The findings offer valuable insights for managers in effectively managing workplace diversity, inclusion, and behaviour, serving as a resource for organisations and practitioners. The research implications are discussed, acknowledging limitations. Finally, potential future research directions are explored to enhance understanding of these critical elements in organisational dynamics.
    Keywords: workplace ostracism; diversity; inclusion; workplace deviant behavior; utility service.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJSS.2024.10070140
     
  • Behavioural supply chain management: a bibliometric analysis   Order a copy of this article
    by Yugal Kishor Pradhan, Saurabh Gupta, Saket Jeswani 
    Abstract: This study aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis of Behavioural Supply Chain Management (BSCM) in order to gain a better understanding of the literature's development in this area. Utilizing bibliometric methodologies, the study incorporated a subset of 409 scholarly articles that were published between 1994 and 2024. These articles were listed in the Scopus data base along with ABDC A* and A category list. The main areas of focus in this investigation included scientific mapping and performance analysis, which were implemented through the R software along with the Biblioshiny. This study seeks to achieve a comprehensive analysis of the BSCM over a span of three decades, offering valuable perspectives on the significant advancements within the domain. The findings indicate a significant increase in the quantity of publications that span the period, suggesting a growing level of interest among researchers in the field of BSCM.
    Keywords: bibliometric analysis; behavioural supply chain management; BSCM; thematic mapping; literature review; R package.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJSS.2024.10072164