Deodat Edward Mwesiumo

• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2021). Conceptualising airport digital maturity and dimensions of technological and organisational transformation. Journal of Airport Management.  ISSN 1750-1938. Show summary

  As airports undergo digital transformation, ie a paradigmatic shift in the way digital technologies are adopted and used, there is a need for actionable insights to ensure that airport digital maturity is achieved. Using an integrative review of literature, this paper develops an airport digital maturity model, focusing mainly on a passenger experience perspective. The paper then delineates two dimensions of digital transformation — technological and organisational. Subsequently, an airport digital transformation model is conceptualised to identify key factors that airports need to consider when transforming their business and to analyse interesting lines of enquiry for future research. Insights offered by the model are relevant to both practitioners and researchers interested in conducting future studies in this area. Keywords: airports, maturity models, digital transformation, technology, organisation

• Halpern, Nigel; Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Budd, Thomas; Suau-Sanchez, Pere & Bråthen, Svein (2021). Segmentation of passenger preferences for using digital technologies at airports in Norway. Journal of Air Transport Management.  ISSN 0969-6997.  91(March), s 1- 13 . doi: 10.1016/j.jairtraman.2020.102005 Full text in Research Archive. Show summary

  Airports are increasingly focused on implementing digital technologies at key stages of the airport journey to enhance the passenger experience. However, passengers have different preferences. TwoStep Cluster Analysis is used to reveal the presence of distinct segments according to their preferences. The findings are based on a survey of 6082 passengers at airports in Norway. Three distinct segments are identified: those that prefer traditional manual processes, those that prefer automated technology-based processes, and those that prefer more personalised technology-based processes. Significant differences are revealed for each segment according to passenger and trip characteristics and opinions regarding how the use of digital technologies at airports impact on personal privacy and human dignity. The findings contribute to knowledge on passenger preferences at airports and can help to inform airport decision making. Keywords: segmentation, digital technologies, airport experience, TwoStep cluster analysis

• Halpern, Nigel; Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Budd, Thomas & Bråthen, Svein (2020). Ready for digital transformation? The effect of organisational readiness, innovation, airport size and ownership on digital change at airports. Journal of Air Transport Management.  ISSN 0969-6997.  90(January), s 1- 11 . doi: 10.1016/j.jairtraman.2020.101949 Show summary

  This study investigates the effect of organisational readiness, innovation and airport size and ownership on digital change at airports. Data is collected from a survey of managers at 94 airports worldwide and analysed using partial least squares structural equation modelling. Organisational readiness is found to have a direct effect on digital change. Organisational readiness also has a direct effect on innovation, which subsequently affects digital change. Airport size has a direct effect on digital change while the effect of ownership is not significant. The findings show that successful development of organisational readiness can be used to speed up the rate of innovation needed for digital change at airports. Keywords: innovation, organisational readiness, technology, digital transformation, airports

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Buvik, Arnt & Andersen, Otto (2020). Contractual safeguarding of specific assets in cross-border and domestic buyer–supplier relationships. Journal of Strategic Contracting and Negotiation.  ISSN 2055-5636.  4(3), s 167- 185 . doi: 10.1177/2055563620918866 Show summary

  Safeguarding specific investments and mitigation of potential opportunistic behaviours are among the most prominent functions of formal contracting in buyer–seller relationships. Extending the extant literature, the present study investigates the relationship between specific investments and the extent of formal contracting in cross-border and domestic relationships. Based on a sample of 156 buyer–seller relationships, the analysis shows that there is a positive association between specific investments and the extent of formal contracting. However, the emphasis on formal contracting is stronger in cross-border relationships than in the domestic ones. Interestingly, the association between specific investments and formal contracting becomes even stronger in cross-border relationships. Keywords: formal contracting, contractual safeguarding, specific investments, domestic buyer–supplier relationships, cross-border buyer–supplier relationships

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Glavee-Geo, Richard; Olsen, Kjetil Magnus & Svenning, Geir Arne (2020). Improving public purchaser attitudes towards public procurement of innovations. Technovation.  ISSN 0166-4972. . doi: 10.1016/j.technovation.2020.102207 Show summary

  This study investigates the effect of organizational support, perceived usefulness, and perceived availability of support schemes on public purchaser attitudes towards public procurement of innovations (PPI). Through a self-administered questionnaire, data were collected from a sample of public purchasers working in the Norwegian municipalities. The dataset was analysed through partial least squares structural equation modelling. The results show that organizational support is significantly associated with increased perceived usefulness of PPI, which in turn is positively associated with attitudes towards PPI. Contrary to our expectation, perceived availability of PPI support schemes is negatively associated with attitude towards PPI. Indeed, rather than strengthening the effect of public purchasers’ perceived usefulness of PPI on attitude it significantly weakens it. Although the results show that experience with PPI and the presence of a PPI strategy positively affect attitude towards PPI, their effects are not as strong as we expected. Further analysis showed that the most important factor in our model is the perceived usefulness of PPI, followed by organizational support. The study provides several managerial and policy implications. For instance, schemes for supporting PPI should be scaled up along with the dissemination of information about their mode of operation and the associated benefits. Keywords: innovations, public procurement, public purchaser, organizational support, perceived usefulness, support schemes, attitudes

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Kvadsheim, Nina Pereira & Nujen, Bella B. (2020). The potential for purchasing function to enhance circular economy business models for ETO production, In Bojan Lalic; Vidosav Majstorovic; Ugljesa Marjanovic; Gregor von Cieminski & David Romero (ed.),  Advances in production management systems : Towards smart and digital manufacturing : IFIP WG 5.7 International Conference, APMS 2020, Novi Sad, Serbia, August 30 – September 3, 2020, Proceedings, Part II.  Springer.  ISBN 9783030579975.  Chapter.  s 557 - 564 Show summary

  Inclusion of ‘circular principles’ in the activities of the purchasing process from the initial stages to the end of product life can help all actors in the value chain to deliver sustainability goals through an active, cost-effective and accountable approach. Yet, research on this linkage has been virtually nonexistent. This study extends perspectives and theories on purchasing and circular economy business models (CEBMs) for engineer-to-order (ETO) production. Based on a case study, a framework that identifies critical purchasing activities relevant for enhancing the implementation of CEBMs is developed. The framework advocates that engaging in the proposed activities can compel the purchasing function to increase its strategic focus by being proactive and relentless in embracing circularity in its agenda. In addition to accentuating the relevance of purchasing function in ETO production, the framework shows how harnessing it can benefit circular strategies.

• Zhang, Wei; Tveter, Eivind & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Exploring tourists’ experiences using digital resources : analyzing Chinese tourists visiting the Geiranger fjord using travel blogs, In Lars Julius Halvorsen; Roar Stokken; Wenke Mork Rogne & Ivar John Erdal (ed.),  Digital samhandling : Fjordantologien 2020.  Universitetsforlaget.  ISBN 978-82-15-03739-4.  Kapittel 5.  s 88 - 102 Show summary

  This paper explores the experiences of Chinese tourists who visit the Geiranger fjord by using 196 blog posts of tourist’s description of their experience. Our analysis shows that 92 percent of the blog posts portray positive experiences. Using grounded theory, we identify five constructs representing core motivational ideas. The most interesting construct we identify is the Chinese tourists’ interest and idealization of the Norwegian and Scandinavian way of living and culture.

• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-­Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2019). Towards Airport 4.0: Airport Digital Maturity and Transformation, In  Proceedings of the 23rd World Conference of the Air Transport Research Society.  VU University.  44. Show summary

  Based on a review of literature, this paper applies the concept of maturity models to airport digital transformation, focusing mainly on a passenger experience perspective. The paper shows how airport digital maturity ranges from the mere replacement of analogue processes through to the more progressive and innovative adoption of digital technologies for adding value to specific processes. Ultimately, the industry is undergoing a progressive digital transformation, a paradigmatic shift in the way digital technologies are adopted and used, but also in terms of how airports address organisational challenges associated with transforming their business. Key factors that airports need to consider when transforming their business are illustrated in an airport digital transformation model. The model also provides a conceptual framework for researchers interested in conducting future studies in this area.

• Kvadsheim, Nina Pereira; Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward & Emblemsvåg, Jan (2019). Examining circular economy business models for engineer-to-order products, In Farhad Ameri; Kathryn E. Stecke; Gregor von Cieminski & Dimitris Kiritsis (ed.),  Advances in Production Management Systems. Production Management for the Factory of the Future : IFIP WG 5.7 International Conference, APMS 2019, Austin, TX, USA, September 1–5, 2019, Proceedings, Part I.  Springer.  ISBN 978-3-030-29999-6.  Antologiartikkel.  s 570 - 578 Show summary

  Realization of the circular economy (CE) and its full potential requires firms to rethink their supply chains and business models. Although several frameworks in the literature propose circular economy business models (CEBMs) to redefine how companies create and capture value while adhering to CE principles, there has yet to be an examination of CEBMs in engineer to order (ETO) context. To address this gap, this study maximizes the depth of the phenomenon under investigation by leveraging a case study of a Norwegian company that deals with a large number of small ETO projects. Our findings increase knowledge of how ETO products can adapt to CEBMs. Keywords: circular economy, circular economy business models, Engineer-To-Order products

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2019). Instilling problem solving orientation in tourism interfirm exchanges through exercise of relational behaviours. E-review of Tourism Research.  ISSN 1941-5842.  16(4), s 308- 331
• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Halpern, Nigel & Buvik, Arnt (2019). Effect of detailed contracts and partner irreplaceability on interfirm conflict in cross-border package tour operations : inbound tour operator’s perspective. Journal of Travel Research.  ISSN 0047-2875.  58(2), s 298- 312 . doi: 10.1177/0047287517746016 Show summary

  The purpose of this study is to explore the effect of detailed contracts and partner irreplaceability on interfirm conflict in cross-border package tour operations. The study is based on an analysis of relations between 129 inbound tour operators and their overseas outbound tour operator partners. Data were collected using a standard questionnaire containing questions that capture constructs of interest. Hypotheses were tested with partial least squares structural equation modeling using SmartPLS 3. The results show that more detailed contracts significantly reduce conflict. The direct effect of partner irreplaceability on conflict is not significant. However, partner irreplaceability significantly weakens the efficacy of detailed contracts to reduce conflict. Keywords: interfirm conflict, detailed contracts, partner irreplaceability, tour operations, interorganizational relations

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Olsen, Kjetil Magnus; Svenning, Geir Arne & Glavee-Geo, Richard (2019). Implementing public procurement of innovations in an organization: lessons from Norway. Journal of Public Procurement.  ISSN 1535-0118.  19(3), s 252- 274 . doi: 10.1108/JOPP-11-2018-0045 Full text in Research Archive. Show summary

  The purpose of this paper is to explore the drivers, enablers, barriers, key success factors, pitfalls and benefits of implementing public procurement of innovations (PPoI) in an organization. Design/methodology/approach - The study deployed multiple-case design, whereby six case organizations were selected according to purposeful sampling. Data collection was carried out through in-depth semi-structured one-on-one interviews with key informants. Data analysis involved coding, synthesis, categorization and aggregation. Findings - The study revealed that implementation of PPoI represents significant change in an organization, and thus, it identifies key enablers and barriers that organizations must overcome. Furthermore, the study revealed that implementation of PPoI is a necessary but not sufficient condition for reaping its benefits. Moreover, the study identified key success factors for achieving the desirable results and potential pitfalls that organizations should avoid to ensure that the execution phase is not hurt. Social implications - Overall, the findings of the study imply that PPoI and the practices associated with it are valuable to the organizations implementing it and society at large. Thus, time and financial investments and the costs associated with the challenges and barriers of implementing it are justified by the resulting wider benefits and outcomes. Originality/value - The study contributes by providing useful insights related to implementation of PPoI at an organizational level. Considering that extant literature provides limited insights on this subject, findings of this study should be of interest to researchers, public authorities, procurement practitioners, small- and medium-sized enterprises and other stakeholders. In particular, the study contributes to the body of knowledge on PPoI and offers actionable implications to both practitioners and policymakers.

• Nujen, Bella; Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Solli-Sæther, Hans; Slyngstad, Andrea Blindheim & Halse, Lise Lillebrygfjeld (2019). Backshoring readiness. Journal of Global Operations and Strategic Sourcing.  ISSN 2398-5364.  12(1), s 172- 195 . doi: 10.1108/JGOSS-05-2018-0020 Show summary

  Purpose: The purpose of this study is to delineate key aspects of backshoring readiness and discuss how such aspects contribute to a smooth shift-back from global sourcing operations. It aims to answer the following questions: which factors constitute backshoring readiness and how these factors affect the backshoring transition. Design/methodology/approach: Based on theory departure from the organizational readiness field and the emerging field on backshoring, a conceptual model is developed. A multiple qualitative case study is then conducted to exemplify the backshoring readiness factors delineated in the study. Findings: The study indicates that due to previous outsourcing, limitations concerning the availability of firms’ capabilities are affected by ownership structures and that backshoring appears to be time-sensitive. The study delineates three key aspects of backshoring readiness and proposes a comprehensive understanding of readiness as an important construct to enhance successful backshoring. Research limitations/implications: The findings are limited by the nature of this conceptual study, the restriction to a high-cost context and the small number of cases. Therefore, conclusions and proposed recommendations need to be further investigated in preferably larger samples of case studies. Practical implications: By introducing contextual variables that go beyond traditional cost considerations, this work should be of special interest for both practitioners and academics, because the absorptive capacity for the exploitation of cutting-edge knowledge is globally scarce and hence rather expensive in Western countries compared with traditionally low-cost countries. Another practical contribution of this study is the conceptual backshoring readiness framework itself, as it can guide firms acquainting themselves with the resource availability in their home environment. Originality/value: The research defines key resources needed to facilitate backshoring readiness in a conceptual framework developed from literature, which is then exemplified by a case study. This framework conceptualizes backshoring readiness as aspects of requirements to knowledge, technology and supplier infrastructures. Furthermore, the readiness framework developed provides firms and their managers with six recommendations that can enable a rigorous evaluation of a firm’s readiness to embark on backshoring and reflect on the aspect of fitness of its current strategies. Keywords: backshoring, knowledge, technology, supplier infrastructure

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward & Halpern, Nigel (2018). Acquiescence and conflict in exchanges between inbound tour operators and their overseas outbound partners : a case study on Tanzania. Tourism Management.  ISSN 0261-5177.  69(December), s 345- 355 . doi: 10.1016/j.tourman.2018.06.016 Show summary

  Achieving partner acquiescence is critical in interfirm exchanges because it allows the focal firm to achieve its desired outcomes. Using a case study on dyadic relationships between inbound tour operators in Tanzania and their overseas outbound partners, this paper investigates the effect of partner irreplaceability and distributive fairness on acquiescence, and the subsequent effect that acquiescence has on conflict. The case study uses partial least squares structural equation modeling on data collected from 129 dyadic relationships. Results show that partner irreplaceability and distributive fairness are positively associated with acquiescence, which in turn reduces conflict. The effect of distributive fairness on acquiescence was found to be larger than that of irreplaceability. In addition, the direct effect of distributive fairness on conflict, although not hypothesised, was found to be significant. This emphasises the importance of distributive fairness, and its role as a possible buffer to conflict in less acquiescent exchanges.

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward & Halpern, Nigel (2018). Effect of component failure on tour package evaluation. Annals of Tourism Research.  ISSN 0160-7383.  72(September), s 172- 174 . doi: 10.1016/j.annals.2018.03.002
• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward & Halpern, Nigel (2017). A review of empirical research on interorganizational relations in tourism. Current Issues in Tourism.  ISSN 1368-3500.  22(4), s 428- 455 . doi: 10.1080/13683500.2017.1390554 Show summary

  During the last few decades, a growing body of literature has been produced on various aspects of interorganizational relations (IOR) in tourism. This paper provides a review of that literature. The findings are based on a review of 269 empirical papers published in 37 tourism journals between 1989 and the first quarter of 2017. The review identifies six main research themes relating to relationship formation, structure and activities, governance, maintenance, outcomes, and evolution. Based on the insights from this review, an organizing framework for research on IOR in tourism is developed and four opportunities for advancing research on IOR in tourism are proposed relating to the pursuit of causal inference, supply networks as a unit of analysis, quantifying outcomes of IOR in tourism, and addressing marginalized topics. Keywords: interorganizational relations, resource interdependence, value creation, empirical Research, literature review

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward & Halpern, Nigel (2016). Interfirm conflicts in tourism value chains. Tourism Review.  ISSN 1660-5373.  71(4), s 259- 271 . doi: 10.1108/TR-07-2016-0020 Show summary

  Purpose This paper aims to develop a conceptual framework on interfirm conflicts in tourism value chains. The framework includes types of conflict, triggers of conflict and their preconditions, consequences of conflict and measures for preventing conflict. Design/methodology/approach The framework is developed from a review of literature that is focused largely on tourism value chains, interfirm conflicts and interorganizational relations. It draws on the ideas, concepts and empirical evidence offered in the literature. Findings Conflicts can be distinguished by their level of explicitness and by the motives on which they are grounded. They may be triggered by opportunistic behaviours, coercive demands, perceptions of unfairness or dissatisfaction with partner’s performance. Preconditions include exogenous events, asymmetrical power distribution, antagonism of goals and differences in perceptions of reality and serve as a breeding ground for the triggers. Consequences are typically destructive but may also offer opportunities for constructive outcomes. Joint implementation of formal contracting and relational governance may be used to prevent conflicts. Originality/value This paper provides a conceptual framework that can be used by scholars wishing to conduct more detailed empirical research on the subject. It can also be used by practitioners to assess interorganizational relations within their tourism value chains and to develop appropriate measures for preventing interfirm conflicts. Keywords: interfirm conflicts, interorganizational relations, tourism value chains

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• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Increased demand for technology at airports. Samferdsel.  ISSN 0332-8988. Show summary

  A survey of over 6000 passengers at 8 airports in Norway reveals strong interest in the use of digital technologies at all stages of the airport journey. Passengers are however moderately concerned about the risks associated with sharing personal data.

• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Infographic on digital passenger preferences at airports in Norway.
• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Infographic on social and ethical concerns for digital technologies at airports in Norway.
• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Survey on passenger preferences and opinions regarding digital technologies at airports in Norway.
• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-­Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Infographic on digital technologies at Avinor airports.
• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-­Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Infographic on digital technologies at airports.
• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-­Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Survey on Airport Digital Maturity and Transformation.
• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-­Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). Survey on Digital Maturity and Transformation at Avinor Airports.
• Halpern, Nigel; Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Budd, Thomas & Bråthen, Svein (2020). Segmentation of traveler preferences for using digital technologies at airports.
• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward; Kvadsheim, Nina Pereira & Nujen, Bella (2020). Exploring the role of purchasing and supply management in the adoption of circular economy business models.
• Nujen, Bella B.; Solli-Sæther, Hans; Van Oorschot, Kim & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2020). The Double-Edged Dynamics of Post-acquisition Integration.
• Halpern, Nigel; Budd, Thomas; Suau-Sanchez, Pere; Bråthen, Svein & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2019). Towards Airport 4.0: Airport Digital Maturity and Transformation.
• Kvadsheim, Nina Pereira; Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward & Emblemsvåg, Jan (2019). Examining circular economy business models for engineer-to-order products.
• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2019). Conflicts, detailed contracts, and acquiescence in tourism interfirm exchanges. PhD theses in logistics. 2019:2.
• Halpern, Nigel & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2018). Effect of individual service components on overall airport experience.
• Halpern, Nigel & Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2018). Power relations between inbound adventure tour operators in Tanzania and their overseas outbound partners.
• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2018). Does partner’s irreplaceability lead to firm’s acquiescence in tourism interfirm exchanges? Yes, but perceived distributive fairness does even more. Show summary

  Achieving partner’s acquiescence, that is, partner’s acceptance or adherence to the firm’s specific requests and policies is critical in interfirm exchanges. Using data collected from 129 dyadic relationships between inbound tour operators and their partner outbound tour operators abroad, the present study investigated the effect of partner’s irreplaceability and perceived distributive fairness on firm’s acquiescence and its implication on conflict level. Results show that partner’s irreplaceability and perceived distributive fairness is positively associated acquiescence, which in turn reduces conflict level. Interestingly, the effect of perceived distributive fairness on firm’s acquiescence was found to be larger than that of partner’s irreplaceability. Although not hypothesized, the direct effect of perceived distributive fairness on conflict level was found to be significant, suggesting that perhaps partner's distributive fairness also buffers against the mild incidences of partner’s misbehaviour.

• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward (2015). Customer complaints in online brand communities: Netnographic study of the potential triggers and consequences.
• Mwesiumo, Deodat Edward & Halpern, Nigel (2015). Studying inter-organisational relationships in tourism : review of literature and methodological approaches.

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