DRIVERS OF INFORMATION QUANTITY: THE CASE OF MERGER-ACQUISITION EVENTS

Business and research likewise acknowledge the potential and economic value of information exchange in social media (i.e. the quality and the quantity of user-generated content). While existing research has mainly focused on the analysis of the impact of online information exchange, little attention has been devoted to the drivers of information exchange in social media related to major business events. In this study we explore drivers of information exchange relating to such events. In the context of merger-acquisition events, we posit that firm visibility based on firm characteristics and information needs triggered by the event itself influence the information quantity generated in social media. We test these hypotheses using a rich data set that includes a wide range of social media types and platforms. Our results show that both firm visibility and information needs are driving information quantity in social media in the context of corporate actions. Both of these driving factors are highly significant in explaining the information quantity in social media

Impact of the Four Quality "Training, Service, Information System and Information" on the Use of Information System in an Information-Intensive Sector

Today, information is crucial and the flow of information is becoming more and more numerous, so their management is delicate, hence the need to use an information system that supports all production systems, and the majority of competitive advantages is achieved through the intelligent use of these information systems.It is in this context of disrupted information that the use of information systems is necessary in organizations, as they have greatly influenced the ways of work and management. For this purpose, they allow easy access to relevant information in quantity and in real time, the rapidity of analyzing this information and the possibilities for dissemination and exchange between the partners, without forgetting the possibilities for storage and archiving in a more secure way than human intervention could.The study examines the impact of quality of training, service quality, information system quality and information quality on the use of an information system. A quantitative study is conducted to test these effects, the findings of this research are mainly comprised by three facts: (1) the use of information systems is obligatory in the context of intensive information. (2) Voluntary or mandatory use status must be specified in the analysis, (3) there is no specific antecedent to the act of use of IS in the retail secto

The Correlation between Virtual Communication and Employee Engagement

Managers\u27 ability to engage virtual employees (those in different geographic locations) is a determining factor of employee productivity and commitment to an organization. Since 2005, the number of U.S.-based virtual employees increased; however, research regarding virtual communication and employee engagement is limited. The purpose of this quantitative study was to examine if a significant correlation exists between employee engagement (the dependent variable) and the quantity and perceived quality of virtual management communication (the independent variables). The research question assessed the correlation among the quantity of time managers spend communicating with virtual employees, quality of virtual communication, and employee engagement. Homans\u27s social exchange theory served as the theoretical framework. Data collection involved an online survey from 71 U.S.-based virtual employees, working primarily from home. The results of the regression analysis were statistically significant, F(2, 67) = 7.14, p = .002, R2 = .18, indicating that quantity of time a manager a spent communicating with virtual employees and the virtual employees\u27 perceived quality of communication positively affected employee engagement. Findings indicated that managers who communicate more frequently and have a higher perceived quality of communication are more likely to have engaged employees. Business leaders can use this study to inform managers of the need for frequent, high-quality communication with their virtual employees. The findings will contribute to social change by providing organizational leaders with useful strategic information to increase the employee engagement of home-based virtual employees

The use of the Internet for corporate reporting by Spanish companies

During the last decade there has been a profound revolution in the information technology by means of the Internet, and obviously accounting has been directly affected by this change. Although the main objective of this paper is to study the use of the Internet by Spanish companies to disclose financial information, we also discuss about the reasons of companies to use the new technologies to communicate with interested parties and its consequences. The empirical research is based on companies listed on the Madrid stock exchange , we analyse not only the information provided, but also the factors that explain the different attitudes of companies towards this vehicle for investors relationships. The results show that size is the main factor that explains not only the quantity but also the quality of financial [email protected]

Analysis on Exchange of Information (EOI) to Increase the Quality of Investigation on Beneficial Owner Dispute (BO) According to Verdict of Tax Court from 2013 to 2015 in Directorate of Objection and Appeal

Based on the research of Taxpayer who has done a cross-jurisdiction transaction, known that taxpayers have done several transactions with Tax Heaven country corporation. One of the goals of the transaction is to take advantage of the gap on Tax Treaty /P3B to achieve treaty benefit. Tax auditing is a tool to ensure that the party who received the income in treaty partner countries is the Beneficial Owner (BO) thus there will be no misused of P3B/treaty abuse. Exchange of Information (EOI) is a tool for gaining information, evidence, and/or explanation to gain a conviction of who are truly received the benefit. Considering the importance of quality of investigation to appeal in Tax Court, it is interesting to review about the usage of Exchange of Information (EOI) to increase the quality of tax investigation of BO dispute, in this case, Directorate of Objection and Appeal. In arranging this research, researchers used a qualitative approach considering the focus of research is the usage of EOI on the investigation which has many factors and not monocausal means there is no one single cause from social reality.   This research intends to know the use of EOI in increasing quality of tax auditing if it is reviewed from Tax Court verdict, supporting entities and the efforts which support the use of EOI in increasing the investigation of beneficial owner dispute. The result of this research explains that EOI usage to increase the quality of tax auditing of beneficial owner dispute has not been maximal or still low if it is assessed from the Tax Court verdict which DGT's percentage of losing verdict is higher than winning verdict. Factors that contributes the usage of EOI in increasing the quality of examination is human resource, which have good quality and quantity of examiner,  competent database system and good obedience of taxpayers, good technique of examining, clear and not misinterpreted rules of BO and EOI, good cooperation between partner country, good coordination and support in internal unit of DJP. Meanwhile, entities that could obstruct usage of EOI in increasing investigation quality of beneficial owner dispute is the human resource, which means that investigation quality that has to be increased and quantity of the investigators that are not sufficient. Directorate General of Taxes not yet has competent database, low obedience of taxpayers, absence of rules about Investigation Technique about beneficial owner dispute, limited period of investigation, different interpretations from judges, inchoate and unclear information in EOI, answers of EOI request that has not fulfilled by cooperating countries and unclear and weak rules about beneficial owne

Internet Technology Factors, Quality Information Delivery and Supply Chain Information Performance in Malaysian Manufacturing Companies

Quality Information delivery (QID) is defined as a managerial behavior in storing and distributing material to get the right information to the right customer, and supplier, at the right time, at the right place, in the right condition, in the right quantity, and at the right cost. The main dimensions of infiormation quality delivery are developed from the behavior-based perspective such as timeliness, consistent representation and accessibility. In this manner QID refers to the success online information exchange in a timely, accessible and consistent fashion to both customers and suppliers. This study examined the relationship between information quality delivery and supply chain information performance (SCIP) among Malaysian munufacturing companies. This study also investigated the influence of Internet technology fuctors (ITF) on QID. Last but not least, this study also examined the mediating effect of QID on the relationship between antecedent factors und supply chain information performance. A total of 151 manufacturing companies are involved in this study by voluntarily completing the survey questionnaires. The study's results indicated that QID has a positive influence on supply chain information performance. Four major antecedent factors i.e. collective efficacy, supply chain-commitment, management support and perceived security were found to have significant influence on QID. Quality Information Delivery partially mediates the relationship between management support, supply chain-commitment, and supply chain information performance. This research ends with the suggestion for the industry, discusses the limitations of the study and gives some suggestions for future research

Primary Care Physicians' Experience with Electronic Medical Records: Barriers to Implementation in a Fee-for-Service Environment

Our aging population has exacerbated strong and divergent trends between health human resource supply and demand. One way to mitigate future inequities is through the adoption of health information technology (HIT). Our previous research showed a number of risks and mitigating factors which affected HIT implementation success. We confirmed these findings through semistructured interviews with nine Alberta clinics. Sociotechnical factors significantly affected physicians' implementation success. Physicians reported that the time constraints limited their willingness to investigate, procure, and implement an EMR. The combination of antiquated exam room design, complex HIT user interfaces, insufficient physician computer skills, and the urgency in patient encounters precipitated by a fee-for-service remuneration model and long waitlists compromised the quantity, if not the quality, of the information exchange. Alternative remuneration and access to services plans might be considered to drive prudent behavior during physician office system implementation

Unlocking the monetary value: investigating the importance of quality information in Australian red meat chains

Context. This study assesses the monetary value of product quality information, specifically feedback from slaughter and production methods, within the Australian beef and sheep meat supply chains. Aims. The primary objective was to investigate the value assigned by supply chain actors to product quality information, measured as willingness to pay for receiving it or willingness to accept payment for providing it. The study also aimed to explore how the value of thisinformation varies based on information quality and quantity. Methods. A contingent valuation approach was employed, utilising survey data from 104 producers. Logit models were used to identify the factors influencing meat producers' willingness to accept payment and willingness to pay. Key results,. Over one-third of cattle and sheep producers expressed interest in receiving feedback from slaughter information and providing production methods information. Production methods information had the highest mean value at the premium information quality and quantity level, with values of AU$20.49/head in the beef industry and AU$10.13/head in the sheep industry. Conversely, feedback from slaughter information had the lowest mean value at the low information quality and quantity level, with values of AU$0.83/carcass in beef and AU$0.14/carcass in sheep. Farmers' experience and education level significantly influenced their willingness to accept payment and willingnessto pay for product quality information. Conclusions. A significant proportion of producers within the Australian beef and sheep meat supply chains express a desire to provide or pay for product quality information. The value assigned to this information demonstrates a positive relationship with higher information quality and quantity. However, variations in expressed value of different information types, and the influence of farmer and farm characteristics, suggest the presence of chain failures that disrupt information valuation. Implications. These findings have important implications for improving the performance of the red meat supply chains. Understanding the factors that influence the valuation of product quality information allows stakeholders to develop targeted strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of information exchange. This may involve addressing chain failures, and implementing measures to ensure consistent and accurate valuation of information. Ultimately, these improvements can contribute to enhanced decision making processes and overall supply chain performance in the Australian beef and sheep meat industry