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Publication date: 26 December 2024

Andreas Janson and Torben Jan Barev

This paper examines the concept of digital privacy nudging, a promising approach from behavioral economics that uses subtle cues to influence people’s decisions online. We…

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Abstract

Purpose

This paper examines the concept of digital privacy nudging, a promising approach from behavioral economics that uses subtle cues to influence people’s decisions online. We research the concepts of autonomy and transparency for privacy nudging in digital networking systems for the context of digital work.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper draws on the literature on digital privacy nudging to develop and test a theoretical model that takes into account legitimate nudge designs, which are those that ensure autonomy and transparency. We utilize a fully randomized between-subjects online experiment with 208 participants to test the effects of different nudge designs on decision outcomes and perceptions. We use a structural equation modeling approach for evaluating the theoretical model.

Findings

The paper presents two major findings. First, we conceptualize the concept of legitimate nudging and implement the concept empirically with nudges that promote autonomy and transparency in the context of defaults as digital privacy nudges. Second, our findings show that autonomy-promoting nudges significantly lower reactance that is significantly associated with a lower acceptance of digital nudging. Finally, we provide evidence that the acceptance of digital nudging is also crucial for trusting digital systems where nudges are oftentimes embedded in.

Research limitations/implications

The paper contributes to the literature on digital nudging by providing insights into more legitimate nudge designs through providing autonomy and transparency. Our research provides in this regard implications for nudge effectiveness and the overall debate concerning ethics in digital nudging. We also offer practical implications for organizations and information systems designers who want to use nudges in a responsible way.

Originality/value

This paper is one of the first to empirically investigate the role of legitimacy in digital nudging and to propose a framework for designing and evaluating legitimate nudges. It also provides insights into the perceptional downstream consequences of legitimate nudging.

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Information Technology & People, vol. ahead-of-print no. ahead-of-print
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0959-3845

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Publication date: 24 July 2024

Tapas Sudan and Rashi Taggar

This study presents the impact of Economic Policy Uncertainty (EPU)-induced Trade Supply Chain Vulnerability (TSCV) on the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in India by…

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Purpose

This study presents the impact of Economic Policy Uncertainty (EPU)-induced Trade Supply Chain Vulnerability (TSCV) on the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in India by leveraging the World Bank Enterprise Survey data for 2014 and 2022. Applying econometric techniques, it examines firm size’ influence on productivity and trade participation, providing insights for enhancing SME resilience and trade participation amid uncertainty.

Design/methodology/approach

The econometric techniques focus on export participation, along with variables such as total exports, firm size, productivity, and capital intensity. It addresses crucial factors such as the direct import of intermediate goods and foreign ownership. Utilizing the Cobb-Douglas production function, the study estimates Total Factor Productivity, mitigating endogeneity and multicollinearity through a two-stage process. Besides, the study uses a case study of North Indian SMEs engaged in manufacturing activities and their adoption of mitigation strategies to combat unprecedented EPU.

Findings

Results reveal that EPU-induced TSCV reduces exports, impacting employment and firm size. Increased productivity, driven by technological adoption, correlates with improved export performance. The study highlights the negative impact of TSCV on trade participation, particularly for smaller Indian firms. Moreover, SMEs implement cost-based, supplier-based, and inventory-based strategies more than technology-based and risk-based strategies.

Practical implications

Policy recommendations include promoting increased imports and inward foreign direct investment to enhance small firms’ trade integration during economic uncertainty. Tailored support for smaller firms, considering their limited capacity, is crucial. Encouraging small firms to engage in international trade and adopting diverse SC mitigation strategies associated with policy uncertainty are vital considerations.

Originality/value

This study explores the impact of EPU-induced TSCV on Indian SMEs’ trade dynamics, offering nuanced insights for policymakers to enhance SME resilience amid uncertainty. The econometric analysis unveils patterns in export behavior, productivity, and factors influencing trade participation during economic uncertainty.

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International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, vol. 74 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1741-0401

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