A supporting management discipline is an under researched phenomenon. A majority of firms’ operating capabilities relating to knowledge, innovation and technology management as a supporting management discipline. This paper reviews the literature in the research and development (R&D) domain to formulate qand propose a conceptual model which is influenced by capabilities relating to knowledge, innovation and technology management. We performed a systematic literature review in which a range of articles were searched related to R&D, from 1990 to 2018. Our review is presented in two parts. The first part presents a descriptive analysis using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systemic View and Mata Analysis (PRISMA)protocol and the second part develop proposition based on keywords analysis. The review revealed that there are nine capabilities that contribute to influence on R&D based on three dimensions known as knowledge, innovation and technology management which correspond to some of the key resources that used to drive these capabilities. Finally, this work proposes a conceptual model based on the outcome of Systematic Literature Review (SLR) interpretation. This research may support current trends on the literature. The list of references may be considered a potential source for future research in this area.

The scholarly world is currently facing various anomalous threats that include paid publishers and fake journals. There has been enough debate about the challenges of predatory publishers, which encourage authors to publish their work in unreliable peer-reviewed journals, for a price.

Local perfume brands are typically successful due to their distinct strategies and product features. The purpose of this study is to determine how packaging visual elements influence consumer purchase intentions, focusing particularly on the packaging, material, and typography of information. Furthermore, the study examines how perceived quality mediates the relationship between selected packaging elements and consumer purchase intentions. We used quantitative data collected through a field survey using structured questionnaire adapting survey items from previous studies. Total 347 respondents from Oman participated in the survey. We used the Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) to analyse data. The findings revealed that packaging design and typography of information positively influence purchase intention of customers. Packaging material was found to be insignificant to influence the purchase intention. It was found that perceived quality partially mediated the relationship between independent variables (packaging design, typography) and purchase intention. In addition, there was full mediation of perceived quality in the relationship between packaging material and purchase intention. This study contributes to the literature by providing an insight into Omani consumers' attitudes regarding the aesthetics of packaging, perception of quality, and purchase intention. In the context of local market, the study suggests managers use visual elements of packaging to attract customer for increasing the likelihood of purchase. To gain a better understanding of marketing communication efforts, future research might look at the type of material as a predictor and assess the effect of gender and prices on packaging elements and purchase intention.

This chapter reveals how IoT and blockchain are considered as significant orientation for supply chain 4.0 and have improved operational performance across the food industry by reducing food waste, traceability, poor quality, and other issues. This study explores the significance of supply chain 4.0 in-shape of barriers in the food chain industry such as lack of standardization, lack of real-time data monitoring, data availability, and information awareness across supply chain entities. This chapter also highlights the significant role of IoT and blockchain in terms of taking real-time decisions, which can be considered not solely financial gains but also ecological ramifications, consequently culminating in an enhanced and refined food supply chain (FSC). Employing the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain framework for dissecting and optimal strategizing of FSCs constitutes a methodical approach to addressing this intricate concern. <!----> <!----> <!----> <!---->

Research articles spread knowledge that has been shaped by scientific communities. Access to this literature is essential for any scholar. Evidently,“biblio gifts” are easily accessible online without any charge from text-sharing platforms. Similarly, virtual groups in social networking websites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and virtual blogs are used as pirated platforms. However little argument has been acknowledged regarding such platforms, especially concerning the size of the digital database, the major research areas covered and where these research articles come from (primary sources).

The emphasis on leveraging virtualization to enhance learning has garnered attention in high education accreditation. However, a lack of comprehensive understanding regarding the effective utilization of virtual reality (VR) for advancing faculty development in both professional growth and accreditation requirements in order to maintain teaching quality poses a challenge for policymakers to enact. Implementing additional measures is crucial to guarantee the accessibility of equipment and well-trained staff. This study seeks to investigate the perspective to the extent to which VR applications prove beneficial in faculty development, particularly within the contexts of professional skills and during accreditation process at university level. This study suggests that researchers stay updated to recognize gaps in the integration of VR into education, with a particular focus on improving the teaching competencies at university level. It is essential to develop effective adaptability strategies to optimize the advantages technological advancement toward faculty professional growth.