International Journal of Management and Decision Making (6 papers in press)

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• A bounded rationality integrated decision-making approach for supplier selection in lean practice: a case study of Vietnam garment industry  
  by Thi-Ly Nguyen, Chia-Nan Wang, Nhat-Luong Nhieu 
  Abstract: Lean manufacturing focuses on eliminating waste across production. In supplier selection, applying lean principles helps identify partners that minimise waste in the supply chain. This study proposes an integrated multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) approach for supplier selection in Vietnam’s garment industry. It combines stepwise weight assessment ratio analysis (SWARA) with a regret theory-based evaluation based on distance from average solution (EDAS) under spherical fuzzy conditions. The SF SWARA method determines evaluation criteria weights, while the regret-based SF EDAS ranks suppliers by proximity to the ideal solution. Findings show the hybrid approach enhances accuracy and reliability in lean supplier selection, supporting cost reduction and quality improvement. The study also offers a roadmap for practitioners and policymakers to optimise supplier evaluation, strengthen supply chain performance, and advance sustainable lean practices. Overall, it enriches decision-making methodologies within lean supply chain management and extends relevance to other industries facing similar challenges.
  Keywords: spherical fuzzy; stepwise weight assessment ratio analysis; SWARA; regret theory; EDAS; lean manufacturing; garment industry; Vietnam.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMDM.2026.10073331
   
  
• Analysing the impact of perceived quality on the consumer purchase behaviour and decision-making from the perspective of a marketing mix  
  by Runumi Das  
  Abstract: The marketing strategy mix consists of advertising tools businesses use to influence customer responses and shape service characteristics. This study investigates how marketing mix elements affect consumer purchasing decisions in retail and e-commerce. A stratified sampling method was used to select 616 respondents, divided into customers and non-customers. Data was collected through a self-administered questionnaire, focusing on hedonic factors like entertainment, mental imagery, and aesthetics, which influence consumer satisfaction, defined as the extent to which products or services meet customer expectations. Using SPSS and a 5% significance level, results showed a strong link between marketing mix and consumer behaviour, with an unstandardised coefficient of 14.576. The study also revealed that convenience, simplicity, and lower prices are primary drivers for online shopping. These findings highlight how businesses can enhance consumer satisfaction by refining marketing strategies and maintaining consistent product quality, especially in a competitive online environment.
  Keywords: consumer purchase behaviour; self-administered questionnaire; one-stage stratified sampling technique; decision-making; marketing mix; purchase decision.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMDM.2026.10073332
   
  
• Role of capability and professional marketing control in business results  
  by Paola Andrea Ortiz-Rendón, Jose Luis Munuera- Aleman, Luz Alexandra Montoya Restrepo 
  Abstract: Managers today increasingly demand proof that marketing decisions influence business results. This study explores the link between capability and professional marketing control, examining their effects on both non-financial and financial outcomes. We conducted a cross-sectional survey of 301 marketing managers and analysed the data using partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) via SmartPLS 4. The results reveal the mediating role of professional control in explaining how capability control influences financial outcomes. Moreover, the findings offer evidence of the positive effect of capability control on non-financial results. This work advances the understanding of marketing control across industries and its impact on business performance, with a specific emphasis on professional and capability control.
  Keywords: marketing capability control; marketing professional control; non-financial results; financial results.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMDM.2026.10073520
   
  
• Exploring agile working beyond the COVID-19 emergency: an empirical analysis on Italian public organisations  
  by Alessandro Francesco Sinatra, Mara Soncin, Michela Arnaboldi 
  Abstract: Agile working (AW) in the public sector accelerated significantly as an effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study explores the implementation and evolution of AW, utilising qualitative analyses to provide a comprehensive overview. The research design includes interviews with general directors and AW coordinators, the analysis of organisational documents, and data from an ad hoc survey monitoring the level of AW adoption in Italy during and after the COVID-19 emergency. The results highlight heterogeneity in the adoption of AW in the public sector, especially in the transition from emergency to non-emergency conditions. Insights into technological and regulatory changes and human resource management practices, reveal growing commitment to work flexibility and increased digitalisation in public organisations. This study adds to our understanding of AW in public organisations during and after the pandemic, demonstrating that an organisational approach to AW can have implications on change management and organisational innovation.
  Keywords: agile working; remote working; teleworking; flexible working; COVID-19; public organisations; organisational choice.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMDM.2026.10074245
   
  
• A Systematic Literature Mapping of Multicriteria Decision-Making Methods for Assessing Technology Criticality  
  by Pablo S. Torres, Marcos Santos, Antonio E. C. Da Cunha 
  Abstract: In recent years, the need for innovation has heightened the relevance of evaluating critical technologies. In this regard, Multicriteria Decision-Making (MCDM) methods are suitable for critical technologies prioritisation when conflicts arise between alternatives and criteria. This paper presents a Systematic Literature Mapping to identify trends in MCDM approaches and application fields on this context, highlighting research gaps. After filtering, 91 documents formed the bibliometric stage and 42 the content stage. The research shows the topic's growing importance, especially since 2021. Various approaches have been applied in different prioritisation, indicating the need for customised methods. However, the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) emerged as a prominent keyword, with Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) also relevant. The primary issues addressed were related to energy and environmental solutions, revealing a knowledge gap in fields like defence and health.
  Keywords: Multicriteria methods; Technology assessment; Critical technology; Decision support; Literature mapping; Research trends; MCDM; MCDA.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMDM.2026.10074358
   
  
• What are the influences of budget participation on information sharing, organisational commitment, and managerial performance?  
  by Rosana Santos De Oliveira  
  Abstract: This study analysed the influence of budgetary participation on information sharing, organisational commitment, and managerial performance. Data were collected from 109 managers of companies in the Brazilian port sector, and the analysis was performed using the PLS-SEM technique. The main results show a positive and significant influence of budgetary participation on information sharing and affective commitment. In addition, information sharing positively affects the dimensions of organisational commitment. Affective commitment plays a direct influence on managerial performance. The results also suggest that the influence of budgetary participation on managerial performance is indirect, mediated by affective commitment. This study contributes to the literature by exploring the proposed interrelationships, providing insights into the dimensionality of organisational commitment in the budgetary context, and presenting new evidence applicable to other sectors.
  Keywords: budget participation; budget; information sharing; sharing; information; organisational commitment; commitment; managerial performance; performance; port.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMDM.2026.10075211