International Journal of Business and Systems Research (5 papers in press)

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• A Literature survey on application of MCDM approaches for the sustainable supplier selection in manufacturing industries  
  by Jerin Joseph, Rajeshwar S. Kadadevaramath, Akarsha Kadadevaramath, Immanuel Edinburgh 
  Abstract: Organisations need to entertain and motivate their ability on sustainable supply chain activities based on environment protection regulation activities. GSCM needs multi-dimensional techniques and methods. Thus multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) techniques adopted for performance assessment of suppliers in green supply chain management (GSCM). Supplier selection is important and it is one of the important operational function for the development of GSCM. In order to select the most suitable suppliers, many economic and environmental criteria must be taken account in the decision process. Green supplier choice is a very hard work that needs to consider sustainable factors incorporated into the traditional supplier selection. This paper aims to survey the existing different MCDM approaches which are applied in GSCM for supplier selection and evaluation and identify most significant and effective MCDM approach in comparison with some other MCDM approaches.
  Keywords: multi-criteria decision-making; MCDM; green supply chain management; GSCM; supplier selection; sustainable supply chain.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2024.10061056
   
  
• Computer aptitude, positive affect, and openness personality traits on learning enterprise resource planning systems  
  by Bih-Ru Lea, Mary Sumner, Dinesh A. Mirchandani 
  Abstract: Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are intricate information systems integral to organisations, supporting functions like accounting, sales, materials management, and HR. This study explores the relationships between computer aptitude, positive affect, and the openness personality trait in successfully learning ERP systems. Data from students at two US universities were analysed using structural equation modelling. Findings indicate that users' computer aptitude and positive affect positively correlate with ERP learning performance, with openness influencing positive affect, which in turn impacts learning success. One significant contribution of this research is the exploration of non-technical factors, such as affect and personality, in learning complex systems. Additionally, the study supports the notion that positive affect and openness personality traits are influential predictors of ERP system learning success, emphasising the importance of critical thinking and analytical skills. This research provides a deeper understanding of the cognitive and emotional components that contribute to ERP system learning performance.
  Keywords: enterprise systems; computer aptitude; positive affect; personality traits.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2025.10067826
   
  
• Determinants of asset allocation decisions of robo-advisors in the Asia-Pacific region  
  by Thong Yan Lai, Yee Peng Chow 
  Abstract: This paper investigates the determinants of asset allocation decisions of robo-advisors in the Asia-Pacific region based on a sample of 30 robo-advisors in seven Asia-Pacific economies for the period 2022 to 2024. The results reveal that investors' risk profiles have a significant positive influence on the percentage of equity in the recommended portfolio. It is further observed that aggressive investors are allocated with more equities than investors with conservative and moderate risk profiles. In terms of fund characteristics, the number of portfolios offered has a significant positive impact on the percentage of equity in the recommended portfolio, especially for aggressive investors. Contrarily, expertise in fixed income class exerts a significant negative effect on the percentage of equity in the recommended portfolio, particularly for conservative investors. Lastly, macroeconomic factors, in particular inflation rate, negatively influence the percentage of equity in the recommended portfolio of conservative investors.
  Keywords: Asia-Pacific; asset allocation; financial technology; modern portfolio theory; MPT; portfolio investments; robo-advisors.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2025.10067557
   
  
• The effect of perceived scarcity of staple goods on stockpiling behaviour and impulse purchase intention and the mediating role of social media  
  by Ibrahim Avci 
  Abstract: The research's goal in this setting is to uncover the effects of consumers' perceived scarcity of staple goods on impulse buy intention and stockpiling behaviour, as well as to determine the function of social media posts in mediating these effects. 594 consumers who had recently purchased staple goods from grocery stores participated in the survey. As a result of the structural equation model analysis, it was determined that perceived scarcity of staple goods has a positive effect on impulse purchase intention, stockpiling behaviour and social media. Finally, it was also determined that social media sharing has a mediating role on the effect of perceived scarcity of staple goods on impulse purchase intention and stockpiling behaviour. The findings obtained provide important theoretical and practical contributions.
  Keywords: perceived scarcity; stockpiling behaviour; impulse purchase intention; social media.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2025.10066152
   
  
• Examining the impact of Instagram food vloggers on restaurant visit intentions: structural equation modelling approach  
  by Gunjan Malik, Purvi Saini, Anoop Kumar, Kuldeep Singh 
  Abstract: The study involves the impact of Instagram food vloggers on customer intentions to visit restaurants, aiming on the part of credibility, attractiveness, homophily, and parasocial relationships. The research employs a quantitative survey methodology, targeting Instagram users who follow food vloggers. It analyses the collected data using PLS-SEM and SPSS to comprehend relationships between influencer characteristics and restaurant visit intentions. Findings reveal that credibility and parasocial relationships have a significant influence on restaurant visit intentions. Attractiveness, while influential on credibility, does not directly affect visit intentions, highlighting the importance of vlogger-subscriber relationships over superficial traits. The study involves the emerging sector of influencer marketing research by focusing on the food industry and highlighting the paramount importance of credibility and parasocial relationships in influencing consumer behaviour, offering valuable insights for marketers and vloggers alike.
  Keywords: Instagram; food vloggers; restaurant; influencer marketing; credibility; homophily.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBSR.2025.10068069