International Journal of Applied Management Science
Scope & Guideline
Exploring Practical Solutions in Applied Sciences
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Decision-Making and Optimization Techniques:
The journal emphasizes research on decision-making processes, employing various optimization techniques such as multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM), linear programming, and Bayesian methods to solve complex management problems. - Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior:
A significant focus is on human resources and organizational behavior, exploring topics such as employee satisfaction, organizational culture, and innovative work behavior, which are critical for enhancing workplace productivity. - Supply Chain and Operations Management:
Research in this area includes supply chain optimization, inventory management, and logistics, utilizing advanced analytical models to improve efficiency and resilience in supply chains. - Technology and Innovation Management:
The journal covers the intersection of technology and management, including studies on the impact of digital transformation, machine learning applications, and innovation strategies in various industries. - Sustainability and Social Responsibility:
There is a growing emphasis on sustainable practices and corporate social responsibility, with research examining how organizations can balance profitability with social and environmental considerations.
Trending and Emerging
- Data-Driven Decision Making and Machine Learning Applications:
There is an increasing trend towards incorporating machine learning and data analytics into decision-making processes, reflecting a broader shift towards data-driven management practices across industries. - Impact of Remote Work and Technostress:
The rise of remote work, especially post-pandemic, has sparked interest in studying its effects on employee well-being, including technostress and work-family conflict, highlighting the need for new organizational strategies. - Sustainability in Supply Chains:
Research on sustainability practices within supply chains is gaining momentum, with an emphasis on evaluating the environmental and social impacts of supply chain decisions, which is vital in the context of global sustainability goals. - Consumer Behavior in Digital Contexts:
Emerging studies are focusing on consumer behavior in digital environments, particularly regarding mobile shopping and e-vehicle adoption, reflecting the shift towards more technology-centric consumer interactions. - Agility and Resilience in Organizations:
There is a growing emphasis on organizational agility and resilience, particularly in response to disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a need for research on adaptive management practices.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Marketing Strategies:
Research on traditional marketing strategies appears to be declining, as newer digital marketing techniques and e-commerce strategies gain traction in the context of changing consumer behaviors. - Economic Growth and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Analysis:
Topics focusing on macroeconomic indicators such as FDI's impact on economic growth have become less frequent, possibly due to a shift towards more micro-level analyses and sector-specific studies. - Classic Inventory Management Models:
Although inventory management remains relevant, traditional models without technological integration or innovative approaches are appearing less frequently, as the field moves towards more sophisticated, data-driven methodologies.
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