Chan, KKW & Pham, TM 1990, 'Models of Inflation Forecasts: Some Australian Evidence', Australian Journal of Management, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 89-105.
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This paper provides Australian evidence of the comparative forecasting power of the three inflation models (interest rate, time series, and survey forecasts). In particular, it examines the rationality (in the Muthian sense) of the survey forecasts. The following results are obtained: first, the survey forecasts are rational; and, second, the survey has the highest forecasting power.
Chua, W-F & Clegg, S 1990, 'Professional closure', Theory and Society, vol. 19, no. 2, pp. 135-172.
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Clegg, S & Wilson, F 1990, 'Power, Technology and Flexibility in Organizations', The Sociological Review, vol. 38, no. 1_suppl, pp. 223-273.
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This paper critically reviews arguments about technology and their relationship to some positions which have recently been established in the sociological analysis of power. These positions reformulate the relationship between concepts of power and concepts of the organization. Each is seen as integral to the other rather than power being a merely contingent feature of some organizations. Emphasis is placed upon notions of practices and disciplines, ideas developed in order to link power and knowledge. The conception of organization analysis offered is as a cultural study, with power/knowledge inextricably intertwined in central focus. The paper reviews four broad positions in the debates on flexible manufacturing and articulates the conceptions of power and organization upon which each is premised. At the core of the paper, however, are issues surrounding the conceptualization of power.
Clegg, SR 1990, 'Book Reviews : Alan Stanton: Invitation to Self Management 1989, Ruislip, Middlesex, U.K.: Dab Hand Press. 384 pages', Organization Studies, vol. 11, no. 2, pp. 309-310.
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Crawford, J, Kippax, S, Gault, U & Benton, P 1990, 'Women theorising their experiences of anger: A study using memory-work', Australian Psychologist, vol. 25, no. 3, pp. 333-350.
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Abstract: This paper represents part of an ongoing project on the social construction of emotion. Although our general findings are that emotions are complex and difficult to separate from one another, this paper focuses on anger ‐ an emotion which presents problems for women. The theories used include social constructionism and the theory‐and‐method of memory‐work developed by Haug (1987). Memory‐work is a method of enquiry which is collective, subjective, and deconstructive. It uses written memories and collective theorising of them as its raw material. Our analysis of anger considers the way anger was experienced in terms of themes which relate to anger and fear, anger and hurt, suppression of anger, anger and injustice. The conclusion points out the importance of power relationships in the experience of anger and hence the relevance of considering gender differences. The analysis suggests that women's anger needs to be rendered valid and visible: its social representation changed. 1990 Australian Psychological Society
Czernkowski, RMJ 1990, 'Expert systems in real estate valuation', Journal of Valuation, vol. 8, no. 4, pp. 376-393.
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Discusses the development of expert systems (ES) as an improvement
on computer‐aided valuation techniques (CAV), due to its allowing the
modelling of complex non‐linear and qualitative relationships and
processes, such as those which exist within the field of valuation.
Explores valuation as a set of processes and details current technology
with reference to the impact of CAVs in Australia. Discusses expert
systems as the latest stage in the evolution of computer methods which
support humans in decision making, outlines ES procedure and gives
examples of current applications. Considers the application of expert
systems to rating valuation and reviews the theory of ′information
chunking.
DOWLING, GR & WALSH, PK 1990, 'DESCRIBING THE NEW PRODUCT ADOPTION BEHAVIOR OF COUNTRIES USING A NEW PRODUCT GROWTH-MODEL', BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE, vol. 35, no. 4, pp. 269-280.
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Dwyer, L & Mellor, R 1990, 'PRODUCT INNOVATION ACTIVITIES IN AUSTRALIAN MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY', Prometheus, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 129-148.
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Australian manufacturing industry needs to pay more attention to introducing innovative products if it is to be more competitive in the international marketplace. This paper reports some results of an investigation of new product process activities of Australian manufacturing firms. The aims of the study were to determine the sorts and forms of activities undertaken, their proficiency of execution and the sorts of improvements needed. The result have implications for more informed managerial decision-making to promote successful product innovation. © 1990, Taylor & Francis Group, LLC. All rights reserved.
Dwyer, L & Mellor, R 1990, 'STRATEGIES FOR NEW PRODUCTS MANAGEMENT IN AUSTRALIAN HIGH TECHNOLOGY FIRMS', Management Research News, vol. 13, no. 5, pp. 7-13.
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This paper reports some results of an investigation of the product innovation strategies of Australian high technology firms. While theoretical and empirical research undertaken outside of Australia reveals the importance of firms' adopting appropriate new product strategies to enhance their profits and prospects for growth (Booz, Allen & Hamilton 1982, Maidique & Zirger 1984, Cooper 1985), very little is known about the strategic behaviour and performance of Australian manufacturing firms whether high, medium or low technology.
Lee, M & Svensson, NL 1990, 'Measurement of stiffness during simulated spinal physiotherapy', Clinical Physics and Physiological Measurement, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 201-207.
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A new device was designed to simulate a physiotherapist's assessment of spinal stiffness. The device applies an oscillating postero-anterior force over a spinous process and the force-displacement relation is measured. From these data the stiffness of the movement can be computed. The accuracy and repeatability of stiffness values were found to be high when an elastic beam was tested. Test-retest reliability in 11 human subjects was investigated and found to be good.
Lee, M, Moseley, A & Refshauge, K 1990, 'Effect of Feedback on Learning a Vertebral Joint Mobilization Skill', Physical Therapy, vol. 70, no. 2, pp. 97-102.
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Taylor, SL, Tress, RB & Johnson, LW 1990, 'EXPLAINING INTRAPERIOD ACCOUNTING CHOICES: THE REPORTING OF CURRENCY TRANSLATION GAINS AND LOSSES', Accounting & Finance, vol. 30, no. 1, pp. 1-20.
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Prior to the introduction of an Australian Accounting Standard relating to the treatment of foreign currency items, we find agreement among firms on the method of translating foreign subsidiaries' assets and liabilities, but no such agreement on the method of reporting the resulting gain or loss. The reporting choice represents an intraperiod accounting decision. We show that this choice is a function of the demand for ex ante optimal risk sharing agreements between management and shareholders, although auditor identity and firm size are also found to influence the choice of reporting method. We model the policy choice as both a dichotomous and a more finely graded three-way problem, introducing to the accounting literature an experimental technique designed to test for the existence of any mutual dependence between alternatives.
Clegg, SR 1970, 'Sociologies of Class and Organization', ORGANIZATION THEORY AND CLASS ANALYSIS, SESSION OF THE COLLOQUIUM OF THE EUROPEAN GROUP FOR ORGANIZATION STUDIES : TECHNOLOGY AS THE TWO EDGED SWORD OF TECHNICAL CHANCE, De Gruyter, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, pp. 1-52.
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CLEGG, SR, HIGGINS, W & SPYBEY, T 1970, '‘Post-Confucianism’, Social Democracy and Economic Culture', CAPITALISM IN CONTRASTING CULTURES, CONF ON FIRMS, MANAGEMENT, THE STATE AND ECONOMIC CULTURES, De Gruyter, HONG KONG, HONG KONG, pp. 31-78.
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