The HRM practices and improving employee retention are major concerns of all organisations, as human workforces are the significant assets of both manufacturing and services industries. The current study aims to examine the relationship between human resource management (HRM) practices and employee retention in the Jordanian apparel industry. The study also explored the moderating influence of the work environment on the relationship between HRM practices and employee retention. The proposed hypotheses were tested on the Smart PLS software based on the data collected from 260 employees in the apparel industry via a questionnaire. Resultantly, a significant correlation was discovered between the recruitment and selection process, training and development, and compensation with employee retention in the apparel industry. The work environment significantly influenced the relationships between HRM practices, including recruitment and selection processes, learning and development, compensation, and employee retention. Improving employee retention requires all HRM practices and the necessary skills for the relevant industries.

---

Journal: Review of Economics and Finance

Enhancing employee loyalty to the company is essential to maximize corporate ability and achieve respective goals, as employees are the most valuable resource. Hence, managing human resources in organizations is key to achieving contemporary business success. The current study aims to assess the impact of human resource management practices (HRM) on organizational performance with employee engagement as a potential mediator. This study was conducted on Jordanian tourism projects. A total of 300 questionnaires were distributed with 237 returned. The data were analyzed through the partial least squares (PLS) software. Resultantly, performance appraisal and employee engagement significantly and positively impacted organizational performance. Recruitment and Selection, training and development, compensation, and performance appraisal also significantly and positively impacted employee engagement. Employee engagement significantly mediated the impact of performance appraisal on recruitment, selection, and compensation with organizational performance.

---

Journal: Uncertain Supply Chain Management

In recent years, artificial intelligence has received considerable attention in business, particularly in information technology Sector, due to its potential to enhance employee performance. However, there are still implementation challenges to overcome. This study aims to examine impact of Artificial intelligence and its associated variables (experience system, neural networks, genetic algorithms, and intelligence agents) on job performance. A total of 367 employees from Jordanian information technology firms were surveyed. Smart PLS 4 was used for data analysis. The results indicated a significant positive relationship between artificial intelligence and job performance, moderated by organisational support. As part of its efforts to mitigate challenges related to artificial intelligence, organizations are encouraged to support employees during these transitions. It acts as a starting point for future research projects on the various impacts of artificial intelligence, guiding organisational actions as they interact with this artificial intelligence -driven changes, while striking a balance between technological advancements and human interests.

---

Journal: Journal of Information Systems Engineering and Management

Abstract: This study investigates the impact of internationalization barriers on the export performance of Jordanian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The aim of this study is to investigate how the export performance of SMEs in the furniture industry is influenced by external and internal barriers and what significance these have for international performance. Based on a quantitative research design, data was collected from 318 small and medium-sized Jordanian companies through a survey. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) examined the impact of external barriers, including political, economic, legal and socio-cultural challenges, as well as internal barriers, such as financial, management and market-related barriers, on export performance. However, most barriers - whether internal or external - are domestic and have a greater impact on export performance than barriers from abroad. This study enriches RBV theory in relation to the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises by providing evidence that firm-specific resources and capabilities are key factors for SMEs both when they face export barriers and when they achieve better performance in foreign activities. The findings provide practical implications for managers, policy makers and practitioners interested in the internationalization of Jordanian SMEs. An important limitation is the cross-sectional design, one-country context, and self-report in survey research. Future studies are recommended to use a longitudinal design, mediating and moderating mechanisms. This study is innovative as it involves a combined investigation of firm-external and firm-internal export barriers and their effects on the internationalization success of Jordanian SMEs.

---

Journal: Journal of Project Management

Abstract: This study investigates the impact of internationalization barriers on the export performance of Jordanian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The aim of this study is to investigate how the export performance of SMEs in the furniture industry is influenced by external and internal barriers and what significance these have for international performance. Based on a quantitative research design, data was collected from 318 small and medium-sized Jordanian companies through a survey. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) examined the impact of external barriers, including political, economic, legal and socio-cultural challenges, as well as internal barriers, such as financial, management and market-related barriers, on export performance. However, most barriers - whether internal or external - are domestic and have a greater impact on export performance than barriers from abroad. This study enriches RBV theory in relation to the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises by providing evidence that firm-specific resources and capabilities are key factors for SMEs both when they face export barriers and when they achieve better performance in foreign activities. The findings provide practical implications for managers, policy makers and practitioners interested in the internationalization of Jordanian SMEs. An important limitation is the cross-sectional design, one-country context, and self-report in survey research. Future studies are recommended to use a longitudinal design, mediating and moderating mechanisms. This study is innovative as it involves a combined investigation of firm-external and firm-internal export barriers and their effects on the internationalization success of Jordanian SMEs.

---

Journal: Journal of Project Management

This study investigates the influence of competitive intelligence (CI) on sustainable competitive advantage (SCA) in Jordanian telecommunications companies, with a specific focus on the mediating role of information sharing (IS). A sample of approximately 200 participants, comprising individuals knowledgeable about or involved in CI practices within their organizations, is targeted for this research. Stratified random sampling, complemented by convenience sampling methods, ensures representative participation from various departments and hierarchical levels within telecommunications firms. Data is collected through structured questionnaires, employing validated scales to measure CI practices, IS behaviors, and SCA. The data analysis was carried out using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM), which can be used to investigate the direct and indirect effects. The results show a weak direct effect of CI on SCA and a strong and highly significant direct effect of CI on IS. In addition, IS has a significant positive effect on SCA. The mediation analysis indicates that IS fully mediates CI-SCA relationship, indicating how important information sharing is for the transformation of CI into sustainable competitive advantage in Jordanian telecommunication companies. These findings enhance our knowledge about the intricate relationships between CI, IS and SCA hence giving managers practical ideas on how to improve their competitiveness in the telecommunications industry.

---

Journal: Halmstad University

This study examined the impact of renewable energy adoption and organizational culture on employee productivity in Jordanian technology and IT companies, with workplace sustainability as a mediating factor. The research targeted employees in the Jordanian technology and IT sector, with a sample size of 454 participants. A quantitative, cross-sectional survey design was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results revealed significant positive relationships between renewable energy adoption, organizational culture, workplace sustainability, and employee productivity. Both renewable energy adoption and organizational culture demonstrated direct positive effects on employee productivity, as well as indirect effects through workplace sustainability. These findings have important implications for managers and policymakers, highlighting the potential for organizations to enhance employee productivity through sustainable practices and cultural initiatives. The study contributes to the literature by integrating concepts from Stakeholder Theory and Resource-Based View Theory to explain the complex relationships between sustainability initiatives and organizational outcomes in the context of Jordanian technology and IT companies.

---

Journal: International Review of Management and Marketing (IRMM)

This research aimed to examine the mediating roles of trust and digital literacy in the relationship between perceived risk and fintech adoption intentions. A survey of 300 Jordanian consumers measured perceived risk, trust, digital literacy, and fintech adoption intentions. Structural equation modeling analyzed the conceptual framework. Trust and digital skills also proved as mediators that partially weakened risk and adoption intentions for fintech. The more-the-risk-is-seen-trust-and-digital-literacy dives-and gradually reduces adoption intentions. Such a study which used transaction logs demonstrated that empowering the digital literacy and trust building though interventions can really speed up the process of financial technology adoption among risk conscious population. The novel contribution of this study is in the unravelling of d mechanisms by which it is perceived risk that leads to fintech use and in the laying bare of trust and digital literacy’s mediating effects.

---

Journal: مجلة جرش للبحوث والدراسات

Sustainable development has become a crucial goal for policymakers worldwide, with technological progress playing a significant role in achieving this objective. Jordan, a developing country in the Middle East, has been working towards the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by leveraging technology to promote economic growth while preserving the environment. In this study, we evaluate the impact of technological improvements on SDGs in Jordan by analyzing the relationship between financial development, energy consumption, and economic growth. The analysis covers the period from 1970 to 2021 and employs three econometric techniques, namely the Lee and Strazicich (2013) second-generation econometric approach, the novel Augmented Autoregressive Distributed Lag (AARDL) model, and Frequency Domain Causality (FDC) analysis. The results indicate a positive and significant association between financial development, energy use, and economic growth, with financial development having the strongest impact. Moreover, technological progress plays a crucial role in achieving SDGs by positively affecting financial development, energy consumption, and economic growth. This study highlights the importance of leveraging technology to promote sustainable development and provides valuable insights for policymakers in Jordan and other developing countries

---

Journal: International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy

The purpose of this research was to analyze the increased performance improvement in the supply chain related to the energy and utilities sector of Jordan through cloud computing, also mediated by knowledge sharing. 150 respondents were analyzed. Research suggests that there was a strong positive relationship between cloud computing and supply chain performance. In addition, cloud computing had a strong and positive correlation with the practice of knowledge sharing. The result indicates that companies with a culture of knowledge sharing among employees were more likely to incorporate the use of cloud computing. The study also indicates that cloud computing adoption had enhanced supply chain performance in the utility and energy sector within Jordan. Therefore, the study also finds that there was a strong and positive relationship between knowledge sharing and well overall performance of supply chain activities. This points to the role that knowledge-sharing practices play in improving the performance of the supply chain within Jordanian utilities and energy sectors. Furthermore, the findings of the mediation study provide strong evidence in support of our hypothesis that knowledge sharing plays a major role as a mediator relating to the relationship between cloud computing adoption and supply chain performance. The observed mediation effect suggests that the positive impact of cloud computing implementation on supply chain performance can be attributed to some extent to its facilitating knowledge exchange practices. However, this research improves the understanding of relationships among cloud computing adoption implementations and information structure flow as well as supply chain performance within Utilities These results emphasize the importance of cloud technologies as information drivers that would lead to enhanced performance in terms of supply chain operations. These are insights that can be used by organizations and businesses aiming at improving their competitiveness and efficiency levels in these sectors.

---

Journal: Decision Science Letters