Why Should Businesses Support Public Health?

The COVID-19 pandemic presents a unique opportunity to gain support from the business community for rebuilding a more effective and resilient public health infrastructure in the U.S. This commentary provides the rationale for more engaged business involvement in efforts to promote public health during the time of COVID-19. Drawing on the current pandemic, the commentary highlights the implications of a fragmented public health system for businesses and the nation at large, the shortcomings of which are apparent as never before.

PENGARUH PERCEIVED PARENTAL REWARD, ENTREPRENEURIAL SELF EFFICACY, YANG DIMODERASI FAMILY BUSINESS INVOLVEMENT TERHADAP ENTREPRENEURIAL INTENTION DI UNIVERSITAS PELITA HARAPAN

The number of business people who started from a family business in Indonesia were quite large. But the number of companies that prepare successors to continue and develop the family business could be counted on fingers. This study aimed to determined the effect of Perceived Parental Reward, Entrepreneurial Self Efficacy, which was moderated by Family Business Involvement on Entrepreneurial Intention. This study used quantitative research by distribute 200 questionnaires and tested using PLS Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to evaluate the reliability and validity of measurement models and structural models. The results showed that there was a positive influence between the Perceived Parental Reward, Entrepreneurial Self Efficacy, which was moderated by Family Business Involvement on Entrepreneurial Intention. From these results it was hoped that the campus could form a supportive environment for the development of family businesses. It did not always form the mindset to form a new business so that a growing family business was not abandoned or no longer want to build a family business

Brexit and British Business Elites: Business Power and Noisy Politics

This article analyzes business power in the context of noisy politics by comparing business involvement in two British referendum campaigns: one about membership in the European Communities in 1975, and the Brexit referendum about European Union membership in 2016. By exploring these two contexts, the article seeks to identify the conditions under which business elites can and cannot be effective in a context of noisy politics. Three key factors are identified as determinants of business influence during periods of noisy politics: the incentives to get directly involved in noisy politics; the legitimacy of business involvement; and, finally, the capacity to act in a cohesive way. The article shows that these factors have changed substantially over the last four decades because of wider changes in the nature of capitalism, and their impact on business power in the United Kingdom and more generally is discussed.

SOME COMMENTS ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN UZBEKISTAN AND THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN IT

During the years of independence, the issue of women, their rights, employment, entrepreneurship, business involvement has become increasingly important. This, in turn, is important in providing employment and improving the welfare of the population. In particular, the creation of opportunities for women to openly demonstrate their abilities in health, education, culture, science, social projects, self-government within the community will not only strengthen the position of women in society, but also create conditions for them to show their potential.

How do you eat an elephant? A summary of the SharePoint Evolution Conference in Manchester, UK

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to summarize five presentations at the SharePoint Evolution Conference, held in Manchester, UK (16 June 2014). This was day 6 of a 12-day road-show across UK cities, and the four key themes included were technical, end user, business and product integration. Design/methodology/approach – This article reports from the viewpoint of a first-time attendee of the conference. This summarizes the main issues raised by each presentation, and draws out the key learning points for practical situations. Findings – The conference covered major SharePoint issues, like how to build a knowledge-sharing culture, how to manage a major IT project and the new functionality offered by SharePoint 2013. The sessions included demonstrations of new functionality, discussions of intangible aspects like culture and reflections on IT upgrades and projects. Originality/value – This conference emphasized the importance of involving businesses in key decisions regarding SharePoint implementation and change. While SharePoint 2013 offers many new technical opportunities for librarians and information professionals, business involvement is critical to ensuring the success of knowledge-sharing cultures.