Innovation Management and Corporate Sustainability (IMACS 2015)
Innovation Management and Corporate Sustainability (IMACS 2015)
Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Innovation Management and Corporate Sustainability (IMACS 2015)
Contributor(s): Martin Lukeš (Editor), Ivana Svobodová (Editor), Jan Mareš (Editor), Jitka Srpová (Editor)
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Economy, Psychology, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Communication studies, Sociology, Behaviorism, Applied Sociology, Financial Markets, Public Finances, Accounting - Business Administration, Marketing / Advertising, Human Resources in Economy, ICT Information and Communications Technologies, Business Ethics, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze
Keywords: Innovation Management; Corporate Sustainability; Entrepreneurship
Summary/Abstract: This e-book contains contributions of authors who attended the third year of the international scientific conference on on Innovation Management and Corporate Sustainability (IMACS 2015) which took a place at the University of Economics, Prague (Czech Republic) on May 21-22, 2015. The conference aimed to achieve academic excellence in a regional context and to establish a platform for mutual collaboration, exchange and dissemination of ideas among researchers, professionals and public authorities
- E-ISBN-13: 978-80-245-2092-6
- Page Count: 337
- Publication Year: 2015
- Language: English
EMPLOYMENT OF PPP AS AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO IMPLEMENTATION OF TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC
EMPLOYMENT OF PPP AS AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO IMPLEMENTATION OF TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC
(EMPLOYMENT OF PPP AS AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO IMPLEMENTATION OF TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC)
- Author(s):Barbora Antonová, Tomáš Kučera, Klára Lustigová, Jaroslava Hyršlová, Ivo Drahotský
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:4-13
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:public-private partnerships; transport infrastructure; infrastructure project; funding
- Summary/Abstract:The member states of the European Union (EU) and EU institutions have increasingly used public-private partnerships (PPP) to accelerate infrastructure development. Based on the experience from other countries, PPP is considered an effective means to achieve a higher appreciation of funds invested in various types of projects. The experience of other countries confirms the advantages of using PPP for operational efficiency, innovative technological and management skills, and the more active involvement of private players in public services. This paper summarizes the trends in the use of PPP in projects within the EU and discusses options for implementation of PPP projects in the Czech Republic.
THE SCIENTIFIC AND EDUCATIONAL POTENTIAL OF THE INTELLECTUAL PROVISION OF ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT
THE SCIENTIFIC AND EDUCATIONAL POTENTIAL OF THE INTELLECTUAL PROVISION OF ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT
(THE SCIENTIFIC AND EDUCATIONAL POTENTIAL OF THE INTELLECTUAL PROVISION OF ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT)
- Author(s):Evgeny Egorov, Tatiana Lebedeva
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:14-26
- No. of Pages:13
- Keywords:Innovation in the entrepreneurship; complex of intellectual providing of innovative development of entrepreneurship; didactic means.
- Summary/Abstract:This article presents the concept of the intellectual provision of innovative activity within entrepreneurship. The intellectual provision includes the organization and self-organization of the continuous information and knowledge in the "education-science-entrepreneurship" system. Intellectual entrepreneurship is considered the result of the integration of science and entrepreneurship and the transfer channel of knowledge between them. The aim of the experimental study is to validate the developed theoretical positions in the field of intellectual provision of the entrepreneurial activity development. The main objectives are the creation of the complex of entrepreneurship development in the framework of training courses, identify a set of characteristics of the intellectual entrepreneur and their assessment, to develop the optimal model of the course that prepares entrepreneurs for today’s challenges.
SELF-DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE COMPANIES: BEST PRACTICES ANALYSES
SELF-DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE COMPANIES: BEST PRACTICES ANALYSES
(SELF-DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE COMPANIES: BEST PRACTICES ANALYSES)
- Author(s):Irena Esaulova, Irina Semenova
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:27-38
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:self-developing organization; management system; 2S-system; best practices.
- Summary/Abstract:The concept of the 2S-systems (self-organizing and self-developing systems) describes the enterprise model through five interlinked elements: structure, leadership, motivation, learning, and culture. The authors borrow these elements to build a diagnostic model to analyse the experience of predominant Russian companies, which describe themselves as self-developing organizations. The diagnostic model is based on situational analysis as in a case study. The research demonstrates a bond between the elements of the 2S-system and the self-developing practice of companies. Findings revealed specific aspects of the management system for successful companies, which encourages innovative employee behaviour, focus on the improvement of the company’s effort with leadership as a driving force for organisational development.
INNOVATION PERFORMANCE OF THE SLOVAK REPUBLIC AND ITS REGIONAL DISPARITIES
INNOVATION PERFORMANCE OF THE SLOVAK REPUBLIC AND ITS REGIONAL DISPARITIES
(INNOVATION PERFORMANCE OF THE SLOVAK REPUBLIC AND ITS REGIONAL DISPARITIES)
- Author(s):Milan Fiľa, Jozef Kučera
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:39-51
- No. of Pages:13
- Keywords:Innovation; innovation performance; competitiveness; European Union; regions – NUTS; SME
- Summary/Abstract:One of the most important lessons of the past two decades is the key role of innovation in economic development. The accumulation of the innovation capacities plays a central role in the growth dynamics of all successful developing countries. Innovation is the driving force of each economy, economic competitiveness, and an essential component of the knowledge economy, which is based on the production of higher added value. However, the innovation performance and potential differ significantly among the EU regions, as in Slovakia. Using statistical methods, this research article provides insight into the causal relationship to the regional development rate measured in terms of GDP per capita and investments in R&D, to indicate the significant regional disparities in Slovakia in the field of innovation performance..
EDUCATION AND TRAINING: THE TERMS CREATIVITY AND TVOŘIVOST AND THE COMPRHENSION OF THE TERMS IN A CZECH LANGUAGE ENVIRONMENT
EDUCATION AND TRAINING: THE TERMS CREATIVITY AND TVOŘIVOST AND THE COMPRHENSION OF THE TERMS IN A CZECH LANGUAGE ENVIRONMENT
(EDUCATION AND TRAINING: THE TERMS CREATIVITY AND TVOŘIVOST AND THE COMPRHENSION OF THE TERMS IN A CZECH LANGUAGE ENVIRONMENT)
- Author(s):Emilie Franková
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:52-62
- No. of Pages:11
- Keywords:creativity; tvořivost; mental mapping; meaning associated with the term creativity
- Summary/Abstract:The paper first clarifies the understanding of the “international” usage of the term, creativity and the “local” term, tvořivost. It presents the process to exam the significance associated with the terms using a qualitative methodological procedure called mental mapping. Using an analysis of the content of the obtained mental maps it identifies the similarities and differences in the understanding of the terms. The results of the mental map for the term, creativity are compared with the results of the mental map for the term, tvořivost, among others using fictitious mental maps
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP PRINCIPLES IN CORPORATE PRACTICE WITHIN THE CZECH REPUBLIC AND THE SYSTEMIC SUPPORT OF FURTHER EXPANSION
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP PRINCIPLES IN CORPORATE PRACTICE WITHIN THE CZECH REPUBLIC AND THE SYSTEMIC SUPPORT OF FURTHER EXPANSION
(IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP PRINCIPLES IN CORPORATE PRACTICE WITHIN THE CZECH REPUBLIC AND THE SYSTEMIC SUPPORT OF FURTHER EXPANSION)
- Author(s):Vilém Kunz, Štěpánka Hronová
- Language:Czech
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:63-76
- No. of Pages:14
- Keywords:sustainable entrepreneurship; corporate social responsibility; implementation of the CSR principles; sustainable business activities; the Czech Republic; empiric research
- Summary/Abstract:The topic of sustainable entrepreneurship has received considerable attention worldwide. The importance of issues connected with the wide implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) principles in the Czech Republic has increased since the country’s accession to the European Union. This paper explores possible ways to implement sustainable business practices in the Czech Republic as well as its further development. Moreover, it includes the identification of key areas of importance to the process of systemic support of sustainable business activities. The article also presents the results of an empirical investigation that maps government support of CSR among selected companies in the Czech Republic.
METHOD TO ASSESS THE ATTRACTIVENESS OF REGIONS FOR INVESTORS
METHOD TO ASSESS THE ATTRACTIVENESS OF REGIONS FOR INVESTORS
(METHOD TO ASSESS THE ATTRACTIVENESS OF REGIONS FOR INVESTORS)
- Author(s):Olga Chkalova, Maksim Tcvetkov, Irina Tcvetkova, Dina Khayrullina
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:77-88
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:investment climate; investment potential; investment risk
- Summary/Abstract:Commercial network development based on growth strategies requires appropriate methodologies to assess the attractiveness of the location of shopping centres. The aim of this study is to develop and test a methodological approach that permits to comprehensively assess the attractiveness of the region and the options of sites for development. The authors illustrate a complex method to evaluate the location of shopping centres. The study was conducted using the regional market of the city of Nizhny Novgorod. The research elaborates a comprehensive methodology to assess the attractiveness of the region for investment in general and attractiveness available to specific marketplaces.
MEASUREMENT EFFICIENCY OF SOCIAL INNOVATION
MEASUREMENT EFFICIENCY OF SOCIAL INNOVATION
(MEASUREMENT EFFICIENCY OF SOCIAL INNOVATION)
- Author(s):Veronika Chobotová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:89-98
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:entrepreneurship; social innovation; measures;
- Summary/Abstract:EU policy is aimed at social enterprises, which can at the appropriate time respond to national social problems. Social enterprise and innovation are not the domain of a single entity, but are a result of the continuous interaction between the various elements of the national innovation system. Social innovation and entrepreneurship are processes designed to resolve societal problems with innovative ideas and methods. These processes often occur between the private and public sector and civil society. Measuring social innovation activities and their effect represent one of the main indicators for the promotion of social innovation. This requires the utilisation of quantitative and qualitative measurement instruments that include the social return on investment indices. Measurements focus on the organisations’ achieved results. The results in turn, prompt community organizations to review their current situation and assist to detect errors and shortcomings. The aim of this paper is to assess the current state of social innovation in the Czech Republic.
VIRTUAL TEAM AS A PROGRESSIVE FORM OF MUTUAL CO-OPERATION IN MANAGERIAL THEORY AND PRACTISE
VIRTUAL TEAM AS A PROGRESSIVE FORM OF MUTUAL CO-OPERATION IN MANAGERIAL THEORY AND PRACTISE
(VIRTUAL TEAM AS A PROGRESSIVE FORM OF MUTUAL CO-OPERATION IN MANAGERIAL THEORY AND PRACTISE)
- Author(s):Eva Kašparová, Jan Mareš
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:99-107
- No. of Pages:9
- Keywords:virtual teams; managerial education; training
- Summary/Abstract: With the advent of globalization, virtual teams are now commonplace within the work environment. Despite this, many areas still lack sufficient access to Information and Communication Technology. This study uses a structured questionnaire to acquire respondents’ data and feedback. The study is based on the virtual team participant´s feedback and indicates that problems originate from the Course Management System as well as the absence of sufficient tools, methods for mutual communication and collaboration, previous practice to use the tools and managerial skills to foster virtual teamwork.
IMPLEMENTATION OF INNOVATIVE PRACTICES IN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF CZECH COMPANIES
IMPLEMENTATION OF INNOVATIVE PRACTICES IN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF CZECH COMPANIES
(IMPLEMENTATION OF INNOVATIVE PRACTICES IN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF CZECH COMPANIES)
- Author(s):Klára Kašparová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:108-117
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:corporate social responsibility reporting; materiality; credibility; annual reports
- Summary/Abstract:Corporate Social responsibility (CSR) reporting can be considered as process innovation. It is a way to identify opportunities for process and performance improvements company-wide. These improvements ensure its competitive advantage. However, it is valid only when content of the report respects the principle of materiality and credibility is assured. One way to determine materiality is the concern expressed directly from the stakeholders. Therefore, the research objective is to determine whether Czech companies support dialogue with stakeholders in their CSR reports. The paper uses conceptual content analysis. Results indicate that companies include in their CSR reports information on contact details, but impersonal passive forms prevail.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF KNOWLEDGE IN BUSINESS INNOVATION IN SMES IN SOUTH MORAVIA
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF KNOWLEDGE IN BUSINESS
INNOVATION IN SMES IN SOUTH MORAVIA
(THE SIGNIFICANCE OF KNOWLEDGE IN BUSINESS INNOVATION IN SMES IN SOUTH MORAVIA)
- Author(s):Petra Koudelková
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:118-128
- No. of Pages:11
- Keywords:Education; Knowledge; Knowledge management; Innovation management; Successful innovation
- Summary/Abstract:This article seeks to answer whether or not entrepreneurs find knowledge in innovation management important. Education brings valuable knowledge and knowledge represents an important factor in the field of business. Primary research is based on a questionnaire distributed to businesspersons. This contribution aims to determine whether theoretical knowledge in innovation management is a significant factor to create successful innovations. It attempts to determine whether business practitioners with higher education generate more successful innovation than their colleagues with lower education.
THE RELIGIOUS ROOTS OF INNOVATIVE THINKING
THE RELIGIOUS ROOTS OF INNOVATIVE THINKING
(THE RELIGIOUS ROOTS OF INNOVATIVE THINKING)
- Author(s):Dušan Kučera
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:129-141
- No. of Pages:13
- Keywords:spirituality; religion; innovative thinking
- Summary/Abstract:The article is dedicated to the religious roots of innovative thinking. The paper presents the basic concepts of the phenomenon of religious thought and its outlet in the base of the religious systems of Judaism, Catholicism, Islam, Protestantism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Shinto and Confucianism, which has significance in certain lines of business and management. Religious thinking naturally affects the anthropological basis for the managerial position and the relationship of spirituality to the Western concept of science. Finally, it is necessary to deal with the concept of capitalism, spirit of capitalism, concept of the invisible hand in economics and contemporary religious features of capitalism itself, which in today's economic world plays an important role.
AN INSTITUTIONAL APPROACH TO INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL IN OPEN INNOVATION SYSTEMS
AN INSTITUTIONAL APPROACH TO INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL IN OPEN INNOVATION SYSTEMS
(AN INSTITUTIONAL APPROACH TO INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL IN OPEN INNOVATION SYSTEMS)
- Author(s):Svetlana Kudryavtseva, Alexey Shinkevich
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:142-150
- No. of Pages:9
- Keywords:intellectual resources; intellectual capital; open innovation systems; knowledge economy; new institutional economics; institutional approach
- Summary/Abstract:The rapid acceleration of change of existing economic and institutional conditions confronts business entities with new problems. Their resolution requires new ways and approaches that subsequently accelerate innovation and modernization transformation. Thus, innovation policy is a key factor for economic, technological and social development at the national and international levels. For these reasons, there is a demand to develop and implement new methods for the formation of innovative strategies and the management of the innovative process. Open innovations provide a broader base for new ideas and technologies, and have become a strategic tool for the study of new growth opportunities. This article examines the framework of institutional models and their conformity to the transformation of intellectual resources into intellectual capital. The research is based on the economies of Europe and Russia.
CIVIC EDUCATION FOR THE NON-PROFIT SECTOR IN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION - PRACTICE OF TRANSLATING THE INNOVATIONS
CIVIC EDUCATION FOR THE NON-PROFIT SECTOR IN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION - PRACTICE OF TRANSLATING THE INNOVATIONS
(CIVIC EDUCATION FOR THE NON-PROFIT SECTOR IN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION - PRACTICE OF TRANSLATING THE INNOVATIONS)
- Author(s):Varvara Kulkova
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:151-162
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:civil society; sustainability; non-profit organizations; indirect public administration
- Summary/Abstract: The purpose of the study is to generalise the experience to implement the educational programs of NPO leaders, and to identify the socio-economic effects and constraints in their implementation. Experience in the organization and implementation of an educational program for NPO specialists is revealed in the case of practice "Regional Resource Centre of Support of NPO RT" implemented in the city centre of education. The need for a permanent active resource centre to support non-profit organizations in the republic is examined..
RESTRUCTURING AS A FACTOR OF INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISE INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT
RESTRUCTURING AS A FACTOR OF INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISE INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT
(RESTRUCTURING AS A FACTOR OF INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISE INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT)
- Author(s):Viktor Kuznetsov, Elena V. Romanovskaya
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:163-175
- No. of Pages:13
- Keywords:practice; enterprise; methods; mechanism; restructuring
- Summary/Abstract:The article presents vital problems associated with the theoretical-methodological base of research and considers application-oriented aspects of restructuring proprietary technology. It analyses the context wherein the main tool of management appears to be the formation of the reorganization mechanism. The article specifies the definition of an enterprise restructuring based on the analysis of the determinations considered by various authors. This paper reveals the special character of restructuring in that it bears the features of not a simultaneous but a periodical process. Transformation of business can be required at any stage of the enterprise development.
INNOVATION ACTIVITIES OF SMES IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC: POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS BASED ON THE GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP MONITOR PROJECT
INNOVATION ACTIVITIES OF SMES IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC: POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS BASED ON THE GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP MONITOR PROJECT
(INNOVATION ACTIVITIES OF SMES IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC: POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS BASED ON THE GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP MONITOR PROJECT)
- Author(s):Martin Lukeš, Martina Jakl
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:176-182
- No. of Pages:7
- Keywords:innovation support; SMEs; entrepreneurs; government programs
- Summary/Abstract:Innovation activities of new firms and SMEs are important for future growth and economic competitiveness. Therefore, they are subject to government support programs. The paper presents the results of a representative survey of innovative entrepreneurs that was conducted as part of the 2013 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor project in the Czech Republic. Ninety one entrepreneurs were interviewed in regards to their innovation activities and requirements for innovation support. Based on these results, the authors derive specific recommendations for the modification of the current Operational Program Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Competitiveness (OPPIK).
THE RESEARCH POTENTIAL OF INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE TYUMEN REGION---CURRENT TRENDS’ ANALYSIS
THE RESEARCH POTENTIAL OF INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE TYUMEN REGION---CURRENT TRENDS’ ANALYSIS
(THE RESEARCH POTENTIAL OF INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE TYUMEN REGION---CURRENT TRENDS’ ANALYSIS)
- Author(s):Muhabbat Makhmudova, Veronika Evremova, Anna Koroleva
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:183-194
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:innovative potential; research organizations; regional innovative system
- Summary/Abstract:The key factor of economic growth and competitiveness that strengthens the economic systém is the research and development that permits to create new technologies in the field of production and product sales, innovative goods and services. In conditions at implementation of the innovative scenario of national economic development, the discovery of innovative and research capacity of certain regions, stimulation of innovative activity of business aktivity subjects become actual. The research objective is to determine a growth resource of formation and development efficiency in the innovative sector potential in the Tyumen region. In this article the role of innovative business in the economy as well as the specific character of the innovative enterprises’ management is considered. The authors describe the development indicator dynamics of the research organizations.The key factor of economic growth and competitiveness that strengthens the economic system is the research and development that permits to create new technologies in the field of production and product sales, innovative goods and services. In conditions at implementation of the innovative scenario of national economic development, the discovery of innovative and research capacity of certain regions, stimulation of innovative activity of business activity subjects become actual. The research objective is to determine a growth resource of formation and development efficiency in the innovative sector potential in the Tyumen region. In this article the role of innovative business in the economy as well as the specific character of the innovative enterprises’ management is considered. The authors describe the development indicator dynamics of the research organizations.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CORPORATE SIZE AND SUCCESS INNOVATION PROJECTS IN CZECH REPUBLIC
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CORPORATE SIZE AND SUCCESS INNOVATION PROJECTS IN CZECH REPUBLIC
(RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CORPORATE SIZE AND SUCCESS INNOVATION PROJECTS IN CZECH REPUBLIC)
- Author(s):František Milichovský, Veronika Bumberová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:195-205
- No. of Pages:11
- Keywords:innovation; success; corporate size; correspondence analysis
- Summary/Abstract:This article represents a study examining the structure and properties of enterprises with the focus to the success of innovation projects in the Czech Republic. The reason is that not all innovation efforts are successful in terms of percentage share successfully realized innovations. For many small businesses, unlike large firms, has the character of innovation rather arbitrary and ad hoc process that is not formalized or project driven and therefore they are not predominantly successful. However, the ability to innovate is increasingly viewed as the most important factor in developing and sustaining competitive advantage. With a focus on innovative projects at the micro level of companies, this paper is based on primary research questionnaire survey with a random selection of 527 and total return of 157 respondents. The major analytic procedure comprises methods of correspondence analysis and validation technique based on chi-square nonparametric tests and for transparent representation of the structure of dependence and interpretation is used symmetric correspondence map. This research study contains the results in terms of the share successfully innovation projects companies due to the size and other factors that affect them.
CSR MODEL FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED CULTURAL ENTERPRISES
CSR MODEL FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED CULTURAL ENTERPRISES
(CSR MODEL FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED CULTURAL ENTERPRISES)
- Author(s):Jan Mísař, Jitka Srpová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:206-218
- No. of Pages:13
- Keywords:Corporate Social Responsibility; Implementation; Creative Industries
- Summary/Abstract:The aim of this paper is to describe a method to achieve sustainable development for entities that operate in the cultural and creative industries in the Czech Republic. This is accomplished through the implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into their business practice. The study reveals that all these entities prioritize creative and non-restrictive approach, therefore, any acceptable method must resemble these conditions. Another important factor is that entrepreneurs from this sector perceive themselves as artists and not as entrepreneurs. Most of these entities experience long term financial issues. To develop a method for CSR implementation, the authors develop a three step program.
THE SUPPORT FOR SOCIAL INNOVATION IN SELECTED REGIONS OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC THROUGH SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
THE SUPPORT FOR SOCIAL INNOVATION IN SELECTED REGIONS OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC THROUGH SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
(THE SUPPORT FOR SOCIAL INNOVATION IN SELECTED REGIONS OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC THROUGH SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP)
- Author(s):Zuzana Palová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:219-228
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:social innovation; unemployment; social entrepreneurship; European Social Fund
- Summary/Abstract:Social innovation is crucial for economic and social development, and thus social welfare. The implementation of social innovation still depends largely on public support particularly, in less developed countries. Social enterprises are one type of social innovation. These enterprises play an important role in local development and often create employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities or social and cultural disadvantages. Profit is used for further development of the social enterprise. This paper is devoted to the creation of social enterprises through the European Social Fund in selected regions of the Czech Republic. Its aim is to analyse the evolution of unemployment inclined towards social exclusion and to compare this situation with the support of new social enterprises.
UNIVERSITY-INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP AS A KEY STRATEGY FOR INNOVATIVE SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH
UNIVERSITY-INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP AS A KEY STRATEGY FOR INNOVATIVE SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH
(UNIVERSITY-INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP AS A KEY STRATEGY FOR INNOVATIVE SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH)
- Author(s):Ekaterina Panarina
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:229-238
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:innovation; competitiveness; partnership; centres of competence; innovative environment
- Summary/Abstract:The intensified global competition for factors that drive the competitiveness of entrepreneurial ecosystems forces policymakers to seek new models of economic growth. The current Russian model, based on the exportation of natural resources, has become increasingly obsolete. Today, to achieve growth targets, Russia must move from the redistribution of mineral resources to intensify innovation activity and develop technology-intensive products. Universities and industry are two partners of the entrepreneurial ecosystem that can connect to merge the discovery-driven culture of universities with the innovation-driven environment.
INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT MODEL OF “LEAN PRODUCTION” CONCEPT IMPLEMENTATION IN ENTERPRISE
INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT MODEL OF “LEAN PRODUCTION” CONCEPT IMPLEMENTATION IN ENTERPRISE
(INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT MODEL OF “LEAN PRODUCTION” CONCEPT IMPLEMENTATION IN ENTERPRISE)
- Author(s):Viktor Popov, Galina Ostapenko
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:239-250
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:lean production concept; integrated model; implementation; organizational development; project management; resistance to change.
- Summary/Abstract:The paper is based on a systematic literature review and examines the variety of approaches and different models of the Lean Production/ Manufacturing Concept implementation. Similar to a management philosophy, Lean must be understood and valued at the top managerial level involved in the company`s strategy. Lean principles might be interconnected by a coherent management system. The authors present an Integrated Management Model to implement a Lean Manufacturing System, which is developed on the basis of usage and transformation of known models/ approaches. Organization Development (OD) Model, Systems Intervention Strategy (SIS), Project Management Approach, Resistance to Change Management Approach are among them. The model is recommended for use at the initial stage to implement the Lean Concept within enterprises.
INNOVATION AS A FACTOR OF REGIONAL ECONOMIC GROWTH: EVIDENCE FROM RUSSIA
INNOVATION AS A FACTOR OF REGIONAL ECONOMIC GROWTH: EVIDENCE FROM RUSSIA
(INNOVATION AS A FACTOR OF REGIONAL ECONOMIC GROWTH: EVIDENCE FROM RUSSIA)
- Author(s):Svetlana Rastvortseva
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:251-262
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:innovation system; economic growth;regions of Russia
- Summary/Abstract:The aim of this research is to determine which factors of innovation are relevant to generate economic growth at the regional level and which to reap the benefits. The new growth theories suggest that the source to increase returns may be agglomerations as geographical concentrations of knowledge. The paper analyses the concentrations of knowledge as agglomerations of expenditure on Research and Development, and on science and technology. It entails the number of scientists and engineers, scientific and technological personnel of innovation enterprises in the various Russian regions. The Exploratory Factor Analysis method is used to examine the structure of the innovation inputs and outputs. The paper empirically evaluates the impact of innovation factors on the economic growth in the regions and proposes a strategy to improve the efficiency of the regional innovation system.
PROVIDING THE INNOVATIONAL POTENTIAL OF CHEMICAL INDUSTRY ENTERPRISES
PROVIDING THE INNOVATIONAL POTENTIAL OF CHEMICAL INDUSTRY ENTERPRISES
(PROVIDING THE INNOVATIONAL POTENTIAL OF CHEMICAL INDUSTRY ENTERPRISES)
- Author(s):Natalia Sharafutdinova
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:263-274
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:innovation potential; innovation; industry
- Summary/Abstract:This article presents a tested methodology to assess the innovation potential of enterprises within the chemical industry, and considers regional and sectoral characteristics. The management and analysis model of innovative potential to improve the use of existing resources and potential reserves of the enterprise in conditions of competitive market is offered. The content of the category of innovative potential of the enterprise is clarified. It includes the existing innovative resources and potential reserves of the company to achieve and maintain competitive advantages in conditions of competitive market.
INNOVATION POTENTIAL OF THE SOUTH BOHEMIAN REGION
INNOVATION POTENTIAL OF THE SOUTH BOHEMIAN REGION
(INNOVATION POTENTIAL OF THE SOUTH BOHEMIAN REGION)
- Author(s):Jiří Sláma, Ladislav Skořepa, Kamil Pícha, Lenka Chrobočková
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:275-284
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:company; enterprise; implementation; innovation; region
- Summary/Abstract:The investigation of this monograph is established on the selection of companies from the modified database, which includes active companies in the South Bohemian Region. The survey was conducted with the participation of students of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice and students of the College of European and Regional Public Service Studies. The authors describe the main points of the innovation potential in terms of the South Bohemian Region and have consulted with the South Bohemian Technology Park. The aim of the survey is to determine the perception of innovation by different entities, requirements, or the implementation innovation and economic aspects of this issue.
ORGANIZATIONS’ INNOVATIVE ACTIVITY: FACTORS TO INCREASE AND ENCOURAGE STRATEGY
ORGANIZATIONS’ INNOVATIVE ACTIVITY: FACTORS TO INCREASE AND ENCOURAGE STRATEGY
(ORGANIZATIONS’ INNOVATIVE ACTIVITY: FACTORS TO INCREASE AND ENCOURAGE STRATEGY)
- Author(s):Gulnaz Suzdaleva
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:285-294
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:organizations’ innovative activeness; expert interviews; strategic level management indexes; the indicators of operation level management; innovative activeness indicators;
- Summary/Abstract:The paper studies the problems to increase organizations’ innovation activity. The results of the theoretical analyses issues of innovation management, as well as the results of an empirical study of 179 companies in the Perm region are presented. The analysis of innovation activity factors and the generation of innovative processes led to the conclusion that the interaction of functional subsystems of organizations’ management levels can be considered as one of the factors to increase innovation activity. Based on this conclusion, the author developed a model for the organizations’ innovative activity and the mechanism of its application in various companies; testing of which is presented in the article.
OPEN INNOVATION AS A CHALLENGE FOR CZECH PROFIT AND NON-PROFIT SECTOR
OPEN INNOVATION AS A CHALLENGE FOR CZECH PROFIT AND NON-PROFIT SECTOR
(OPEN INNOVATION AS A CHALLENGE FOR CZECH PROFIT AND NON-PROFIT SECTOR)
- Author(s):Miroslav Špaček, Jiří Hájek
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:295-304
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:open innovation; closed innovation; intellectual property; innovation management; strategic surprise.
- Summary/Abstract:Notwithstanding the fact that Open innovation was introduced as a new concept by Henry Chesbrough as late as in 2003 some companies have already found this concept vital for boosting their further development. In the face of existing paradigm of closed innovation open innovation may offer more flexibility in the utilization of company´s intellectual property, better utilization of company sources and prompt reaction to changes in business environment. Research questions to be raised in the context of open innovation should deal with the depth of involvement of Czech companies in open innovation and the scope within which academic institutions are able to address this topic. Pursuant to aforementioned research questions systematic research to be performed on selected Czech industrial companies and academic institutions is being completed. As far as the outcomes are concerned both industrial companies and academic institutions underrate significance and importance of open innovation for their further development. Problems to be at the bottom of this situation as well as the set of remedial actions to rectify this unfavourable development were presented. The implications of this article should be conducive to both improvement of the perception of open innovation in industrial sector and elaborating curricula for open innovation in academic branch
INNOVATION AS A FACTOR TO IMPROVE TRADE ORGANIZATION IMAGE
INNOVATION AS A FACTOR TO IMPROVE TRADE ORGANIZATION IMAGE
(INNOVATION AS A FACTOR TO IMPROVE TRADE ORGANIZATION IMAGE)
- Author(s):Yulya Valeeva, Leysan Burganova
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:305-315
- No. of Pages:11
- Keywords:competitive ability; innovational activity; innovations; service sector; retail trade chains; public image
- Summary/Abstract:The paper analyses the factors that affect the formation and improvement of the public image, and the competitive ability of a trade organization, and defines the role of the intensification of innovative activity for its further successful development. The study reveals the interconnection between the public image and its innovation activity. The strategies of practical implementation of innovations in the activities of trade organizations are summarized. Attention is paid to the development of classification of typical innovations in the practice of retail networks in conjunction with the planned economic effect.
SELECTION OF STRATEGIC ZONES OF MANAGEMENT BY AGRARIAN ORGANIZATIONS IN THE CONDITIONS OF INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RUSSIAN AGRICULTURAL COMPLEX
SELECTION OF STRATEGIC ZONES OF MANAGEMENT BY AGRARIAN ORGANIZATIONS IN THE CONDITIONS OF INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RUSSIAN AGRICULTURAL COMPLEX
(SELECTION OF STRATEGIC ZONES OF MANAGEMENT BY AGRARIAN ORGANIZATIONS IN THE CONDITIONS OF INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RUSSIAN AGRICULTURAL COMPLEX)
- Author(s):Gulnara Valeeva, Leisan Khammadeeva
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:316-325
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:agribusiness; a strategic zone of managing;strategic positions;competitiveness
- Summary/Abstract:The article suggests techniques of strategic zones of management selection by agrarian organizations based on the evaluation of the economic zone attractiveness and identification of an organization’s competitive positions in each. This technique enables organizations to opt for such an activity zone in which they can meet market requirements and make innovative strategic decisions to improve the organization’s effectiveness and competitiveness..
PROJECT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT AS A NEW MANAGEMENT TOOL
PROJECT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT AS A NEW MANAGEMENT TOOL
(PROJECT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT AS A NEW MANAGEMENT TOOL)
- Author(s):Daniela Vysloužilová, Petr Fiala
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Social Sciences, Economy
- Page Range:326-337
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:project portfolio management; criteria; operations research; investment
- Summary/Abstract:Project Portfolio Management (PPM) is a management system based on numerous key characteristics. It includes a selection of suitable projects or programs that reflect corporate strategy. The authors introduce an updated view on the evaluation of the project portfolio. The discussed methodology uses approaches of operations research that include the DEMATEL, the ANP method and the linear programming model. These methods include risk assessment, dynamics and multiple criteria. This permits a high degree of flexibility in problem resolution.