Browsing by Author "Jerdea, Loredana"

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A bibliometric analysis of a four-construct framework : innovation management, competitive advantage, agility and organizational performance
(Faculty of Management (SNSPA), 2023-10-06) Jerdea, Loredana
In a globalized economy, innovation is a priority of ensuring the competitive advantage and organizational performance of agile companies, competitiveness being the core of the development in any economic activity. Consequently, the purpose of this research is to provide an overview regarding the connections between four main constructs, respectively innovation management, competitive advantage, agility and organizational performance, through performing a bibliometric analysis by using the VOSviewer visualization tool. The information has been selected from the Web of Science Core Collection database (WoS) during February 2023. This preliminary study aims to grant relevance to the potential research areas prone to be exploited when discussing the matter of innovation management in relation to organizational performance, competitive advantage achievement and agility. The main premise is that every company has its particularities and acts accordingly to stay competitive through innovating its business model and through an articulate innovation management, also encompassing agility, with a view to reach organizational performance and strong competitive advantage. In terms of findings, the bibliometric analysis conducted confirms the existence of compelling relationships between constructs, thus supporting further scrutiny in this direction.
A bibliometric analysis of four constructs interconnections : innovation, competitive advantage, agility and performance
(Sciendo, 2023) Jerdea, Loredana
In a globalized economy, innovation is a priority of ensuring the competitive advantage and organizational performance of agile companies, competitiveness being the core of the development in any economic activity. Consequently, the purpose of this research is to provide an overview regarding the connections between four main constructs, respectively innovation, competitive advantage, agility and (firm) performance, through performing a bibliometric analysis by using the VOSviewer visualization tool. The information has been selected from the Web of Science Core Collection database (WoS) during February 2023. This preliminary study aims to grant relevance to the potential research areas prone to be exploited when discussing the matter of innovation in relation to performance, competitive advantage achievement and agility. The main premise is that every company has its particularities and acts accordingly to stay competitive through innovating its business model and through an articulate innovation management, also encompassing agility, with a view to reach organizational performance and strong competitive advantage. In terms of findings, the bibliometric analysis conducted confirms the existence of compelling relationships between constructs, thus supporting further scrutiny in this direction.
Deciphering the architecture of B2B relationships in SMEs internationalization : a qualitative overview
(University of Zilina, 2024) Alexandru, Vlad Andrei; Mititean, Pompei; Jerdea, Loredana; Vintilă, Florina
Research background: Cross-border cooperation promotes multifield relations in the global economy with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to find new markets and business networks and achieve any higher economic performance. In addition, it is more than healthy for businesspeople to use their experience to address the challenges of multi-cultural interactions and to form, develop, adjust and strengthen relationships within dynamic environments. Current studies on business-to-business (B2B) relationships and internationalization provide evidence that there is no single theoretical framework, and the analysis of the correlation between the two processes is an area of interest for future research. Thus, international relationships which take into account the general challenges of global intricacies, the cultural differences between target markets, emerge as relevant. Purpose of the article: The paper seeks to examine managers' perception and attitude towards different facets of B2B relationships availed by SMEs in international contexts. Methods: The research method used is the interview-based survey, a qualitative, eminently exploratory method which facilitates an investigation of presumed relationships between different constructs and, implicitly, a pertinent description of socio-human processes and phenomena. Findings & Value added: The qualitative analysis of the collected data pointed to several main conclusions. Firstly, most of the interviewed subjects rated the dimensions related to B2B relationships as important in the internationalisation process of their SMEs. Secondly, managers consider that economic interests and overall business details prevail over socio-cultural differences between business partners and over the characteristics of the country of origin.
Recruitment in SMEs : the role of managerial practices, technology and innovation
(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2024-04-30) Biea, Elena Adriana; Dinu, Elena; Bunica, Andreea; Jerdea, Loredana
This investigation confirms some of the theoretical underpinnings which point to the lack of formalized structures and procedures in the recruitment process in SMEs, which enjoy more flexibility in managing HR processes. In addition, the results reinforce the arguments indicating an adjustment between HR strategies or policies and organizational goals in smaller enterprises which adapt faster to changes in the market. Moreover, it becomes apparent that there is a relationship between the quality of job descriptions and the successful fit in attracting the right candidates for the open positions. Furthermore, digital technologies offer opportunities for expanding the recruiters’ reach to a wider audience and also support the selection stage, thus increasing the chances of finding suitable staff. As the need to shift from traditional recruitment to e-recruitment in SMEs has been highlighted in the literature, the qualitative research revealed that this need was driven on the one hand by the COVID-19 pandemic when these companies successfully adapted and implemented new online methods of recruiting, but also by the lack of skilled labor, leading to the expansion of recruitment to other parts of the country or even to other countries. Social implications With regard to the proportion of men and women used in small and medium-sized companies, there is a clear need to involve and train more women in the predominantly male-dominated industrial and IT sectors. From this point of view, companies tend to devote more interest to integrating communities of women in these industries, as well as in key management positions. Another point of interest that the study highlights is the fact that SMEs have started to get creative with the benefits package they propose to candidates and focus on remote work, hybrid office–home working, or seasonal work to offer future employees a better work–life balance. Originality/value The added value of this investigation is filling the gaps in the current literature concerning recruitment procedures currently used by SMEs, the challenges they face and the solutions they advanced to solve them. Furthermore, SMEs often drive innovation and competition in the market and play a crucial role in the supply chain of larger companies, providing them with the goods and services they need to operate and supporting the availability and reliability of products from larger companies. They are often the driving force behind revitalizing local economies and creating new employment opportunities. Consequently, the underlying significance of this study is rooted in the need to modernize and simultaneously improve HR recruitment procedures through the integration of technology and a focus on innovation.