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An observer-relative systems approach to information (2019)
Conference Proceeding
Demetis, D., & Lee, A. (2019). An observer-relative systems approach to information. In Proceedings of the 52nd Annual Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (6300-6309)

By returning to the foundational principles of second-order cybernetics and resting on the central role of the observer, this essay explores how the distinction between data/information can be conceptualized. Using systems theory, we derive a series... Read More about An observer-relative systems approach to information.

Exploring environmental sustainability and performance of global logistics hubs (2018)
Conference Proceeding
Shaw, S., Grant, D., Hassan, S., & Creazza, A. (2018). Exploring environmental sustainability and performance of global logistics hubs.

Globalization has had different effects on the world since the concept emerged. Globalization impact on supply chains and logistics has revolutionized global trade. It has resulted in new levels of speed, efficiency, effectiveness and endless options... Read More about Exploring environmental sustainability and performance of global logistics hubs.

A systemic integration approach to designing interagency responses to wicked problems (2017)
Conference Proceeding
Sydelko, P., Midgley, G., & Espinosa, A. (2017). A systemic integration approach to designing interagency responses to wicked problems. In Proceedings of the 61st Meeting of the International Society for the Systems Sciences (23-54)

Wicked problems are open-ended, highly interdependent issues that cross agency, stakeholder, jurisdictional, political and geopolitical boundaries. This confounds governments because policies and budgets tend to be aligned within these boundaries an... Read More about A systemic integration approach to designing interagency responses to wicked problems.

Technology as an observing system : a 2nd order cybernetics approach (2014)
Conference Proceeding
Demetis, D. (2014). Technology as an observing system : a 2nd order cybernetics approach.

The role of technology in modern society is becoming fundamental to society itself as the boundary between technological utilization and technological interference narrows. Technology penetrates the core of an ever-increasing number of application do... Read More about Technology as an observing system : a 2nd order cybernetics approach.

Using logistics services to achieve satisfaction and turn corporate brand equity into loyalty (2009)
Conference Proceeding
Grant, D., Juntunen, J., Juga, J., & Juntunen, M. (2009). Using logistics services to achieve satisfaction and turn corporate brand equity into loyalty. In K. S. Pawar, & C. S. Lalwani (Eds.), Proceedings of the 14th International Symposium on Logistics (14th ISL), Nottingham University Business School (408-414)

Purpose: This research applies theory and techniques from the services and marketing literature to a logistics service provider (LSP) context to determine whether corporate brand equity and the LSP’s service offerings lead to customer satisfaction wh... Read More about Using logistics services to achieve satisfaction and turn corporate brand equity into loyalty.

Learning to be responsible? A systems view of the organization-environment relationship (2005)
Conference Proceeding
Gregory, A. (2005). Learning to be responsible? A systems view of the organization-environment relationship. In IFSR 2005 : Proceedings of the First World Congress of the International Federation for Systems Research : The New Roles of Systems Sciences For a Knowledge-based Society : Nov. 14-17, 2017, Kobe, Japan

In this paper the issue of whether organizations can learn to become responsible will be addressed. Zadek [1] suggests that organizations ‘pass through 5 stages of corporate responsibility: 1. defensive, 2. compliance, 3. managerial, 4. strategic, an... Read More about Learning to be responsible? A systems view of the organization-environment relationship.

Moving beyond value conflicts : systemic problem structuring in action
Conference Proceeding
Midgley, G. Moving beyond value conflicts : systemic problem structuring in action.

Abstract: Value conflicts can become entrenched in a destructive pattern of mutual stigmatization, which inhibits the emergence of new understandings of the situation and actions for improvement. In extreme cases, such patterns can even lead to viole... Read More about Moving beyond value conflicts : systemic problem structuring in action.

Using environmental reporting tools in the supply chain : perspectives from UK, Finland and Thailand
Conference Proceeding
Grant, D., Shaw, S., Chaisurayakarn, S., & Shenin, N. Using environmental reporting tools in the supply chain : perspectives from UK, Finland and Thailand.

Paper delivered at the 21st Logistics Research Network annual conference 2016, 7th-9th September 2016, Hull. Abstract Purpose: Supply chain performance measures and reporting tools must evolve as new societal challenges are met, and the natural envir... Read More about Using environmental reporting tools in the supply chain : perspectives from UK, Finland and Thailand.

Investigating SME participation in the UK offshore wind supply chain
Conference Proceeding
Danilova, J., Grant, D., & Menachof, D. Investigating SME participation in the UK offshore wind supply chain.

Paper delivered at the 21st Logistics Research Network annual conference 2016, 7th-9th September 2016, Hull. Abstract Purpose: The UK is the world’s offshore wind (OW) market leader in terms of installed capacity. OW is one of the main renewable ener... Read More about Investigating SME participation in the UK offshore wind supply chain.

Sustainable and resilient supply chain management : scale development
Conference Proceeding
Colicchia, C., Grant, D., & Joradon, W. Sustainable and resilient supply chain management : scale development.

Paper delivered at the 21st Logistics Research Network annual conference 2016, 7th-9th September 2016, Hull. Abstract Purpose: This paper reports on the status of an ongoing empirical study to enhance our understanding of factors contributing to bett... Read More about Sustainable and resilient supply chain management : scale development.

Sustainable Palm Oil Supply Chains : Complexity, Custody and Contention
Conference Proceeding
Deutz, P., Jensen, P., & Whicker, L. Sustainable Palm Oil Supply Chains : Complexity, Custody and Contention.

Paper delivered at the 21st Logistics Research Network annual conference 2016, 7th-9th September 2016, Hull. Abstract Purpose: The sustainability of oil palm cultivation is highly contentious. Demand for the product is strong, albeit with the market... Read More about Sustainable Palm Oil Supply Chains : Complexity, Custody and Contention.