Papers by Nurul Fadly Habidin
The aim of this study is to develop a model and tool that incorporates Lean Six Sigma (LSS) imple... more The aim of this study is to develop a model and tool that incorporates Lean Six Sigma (LSS) implementation, Strategic Control System (SCS) and Organizational Performance (OP) in Malaysia automotive industries. 252 sets of questionnaire were
successfully collected that brought to 64.3% response rate. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique was adopted. From the findings of the survey, it was shown that strategic control system did assist in improving organizational performance when coupled with LSS. Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) methodology was used in developing a tool of Lean Six Sigma Performance Improvement (LSSPI) to measure the performance of automotive companies. This tool was developed by using a system based on Excel. Six case studies were prepared to validate this tool. The result of these case studies suggested that this tool was timely and suitable to determine organizational performance of automotive companies
One of the most important issues in the field of strategic
management is performance differences.... more One of the most important issues in the field of strategic
management is performance differences. Nowadays, the healthcare industry has also become a more competitive environment via newly liberalised policies. In this context, this paper investigates the relationship of kaizen blitz and sustainable performance in the Malaysian healthcare industry. The three pillars of sustainable performance consist of economic, environmental and social. The database was analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). According
to the findings, this study supports the positive impact of kaizen blitz and sustainable performance in the context of the healthcare industry. Based on the proposed conceptual model and review, research hypotheses were developed. The paper ends with proposed future research work.
This study explores the financial fund performance of mosque
institution throughout Perak. Inform... more This study explores the financial fund performance of mosque
institution throughout Perak. Information related to mosque
financial fund is vital to be studied as it is an institution responsible for development of Islam in the society. With resources from contributions and donations from various parties, mosque institution is believed to be able to carry out this trusted duty and responsibility. For the purpose of this study, questionnaires were administrated to 617 representatives of mosques in Perak. However, only 357 have responded. The findings show that mosque institution in Perak has a considerable amount of financial fund from both cash deposit as well as owned assets. It is found that the institutions’ cash deposit in bank as at December 2011 amounting to RM8.5 million. This situation indirectly indicates that the mosque institution should be more active and progressive in giving greater spillover impact to Muslim society in contributing to the development of Perak.
The automotive industry is an important industry in manufacturing sector. This study shows a mode... more The automotive industry is an important industry in manufacturing sector. This study shows a model to conduct an empirical study in Malaysian automotive industry in order to improve CSR performance. The aim of this study is to review structural analysis of ISO 26000 efforts and CSR performance in Malaysian automotive industry. This study is to review ISO 26000 standards effort (recognising social responsibility and stakeholder identification and engagement). The CSR performance in this study is focused on two main performance; environmental performance and social performance.
This study also proposed structural relationship model between ISO 26000 efforts and CSR performance in Malaysian automotive industry. Based on the proposed research model, research hypotheses are being developed. This paper culminates with suggested future research work.
Lean and supply chain are two quality practices which are the
most effective business improvemen... more Lean and supply chain are two quality practices which are the
most effective business improvement techniques that focus on continuous improvement process. They are adopted to improve business process, reduce waste, reduce defects, reduce cycle times, fast delivery at the minimal cost and accelerate the process in identifying the best solution practices for ensuring
excellence in operational and service management. The purpose of this study is to explore lean healthcare practice adopted by Malaysian healthcare industry and the relationship between lean healthcare practices and supply chain innovation performance. Four dimensions of lean healthcare practice (leadership, employee involvement, organisational culture, customer focus) were determined to have a significant and positive direct relationship with supply chain innovation performance efforts. Furthermore, through this analysis, a structural relationship model using structural equation modelling (SEM) has been proposed. The research hypotheses are being developed based on the proposed conceptual model and reviewed. Finally, the paper study culminates with suggested future research work.
The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of technological capability on power, trust a... more The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of technological capability on power, trust and inter-firm relationships performance within the supply chain. This study
proposes to utilise quantitative design as a main approach to answer the research question. The data will be collected by using survey questionnaires. The sample of this study will consist of manufacturing companies which are listed in the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) Directory. The structural equation modelling (SEM) approach will be employed in order to test the proposed hypotheses in this study. Evidence from previous research has supported the advantages of keeping long lasting inter-firm relationships. Scholars suggest that inter-firm relationships will enable both parties to enjoy overall business performance and new product development opportunity. The literature findings confirmed the notion that technological capability can create competitive advantage for members of the supply chain. However, possessing such capability may create power imbalance which leads to deterioration of the inter-firm relationship. The manufacturing companies can benefits from this study by understanding the potential impact of technological capability on power, and how this association affect the inter-firm relationships. It may furnish useful information on the advantages and disadvantages of possessing such capability which can be the basis of making future investment decision related to the technological capability expansion.
Green Supply Chain (GSC) is increasingly implement in the healthcare industry. The purpose of thi... more Green Supply Chain (GSC) is increasingly implement in the healthcare industry. The purpose of this paper are to identify the Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) and Environment Performance (EP) measures for Malaysian Healthcare Industry and to develop relationship model between GSCM and EP for Malaysian Healthcare Industry. A structural relationship model using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) has been proposed. Based on the proposed conceptual model and reviewed, research hypotheses are being developed. The research concludes with suggest future research work.
Lean manufacturing (LM) and ISO 14001 are business process
strategies which are employed by the g... more Lean manufacturing (LM) and ISO 14001 are business process
strategies which are employed by the group of companies to enhance their production in manufacturing and business issues. LM focus on the systematic elimination of waste and non-value added activity from the production process for improved environmental performance. This pilot study was conducted to investigate critical success factors (CSFs) towards successful LMP implementation among automotive manufacturing industry in Malaysia. The questionnaires were designed and distributed to the 50 respondents. The results of reliability analysis show that customer focus is a critical factor
influencing the direct LMP implementation success. This study recommends that the future research explore the influence of LMP on environmental performance in Malaysian automotive industry.
The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship of supply chain management (SCM) pra... more The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship of supply chain management (SCM) practices and continuous innovation (CI) to be implementing in Malaysian automotive industry. This paper tries to examine how CI can contribute and have a positive impact on the development of SCM practices to achieve better performance in the automotive industry. In addition, by applying the advantages of innovation in an industry, they are able to ensure they have a competitive advantage factor. There are several elements that can be selected to support the CI and SCM practices in the automotive industry. The relationship between structure CI and SCM practices is proved by the use of Structural Equation Model (SEM) as recommended. Since this is a concept paper, most of the literature from the previous survey taken as a basic guide for this study as well as the construction of models of the relationship between the CI and SCM practices is made. Next, the hypotheses can be generated based on the model of the proposed research and literature review. It has been shown that the CI which acts as an intermediary for the Malaysian automotive industry can continue to perform to make the transformation SCM practice management system in the Malaysian automotive industry more efficiently and effectively in line with the industry to be the best among the competitors in other countries.
The healthcare industry in Malaysia are continuously improve and on the right track, the rapid gr... more The healthcare industry in Malaysia are continuously improve and on the right track, the rapid growth and expansion of medical school shows that the government wants to improve the quality of healthcare in our country. This study aim to investigate the relationship between waste management and organizational performance in the healthcare industry in Malaysia. Effective waste management can improve organizational performance (financial performance, customer performance, internal business process performance and learning Innovation and growth performance). This study also proposed structural relationship model between waste management and organizational performance, for analyze the data, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technic will apply. This study also suggests future research work.
This paper builds on to the previous work done on sustainable supply chain management and sustain... more This paper builds on to the previous work done on sustainable supply chain management and sustainable performance. The aim of this paper is to propose a conceptual framework for examining the relationship between sustainable supply chain management and healthcare sustainable performance in Malaysia. A total of four dimensions of sustainable supply chain management involved; environment, information and communication technology, culture change and risk management were determined to have significant and positive direct relationship with sustainable performance. Based on the proposed conceptual, research hypothesis is being developed. The proposed research framework is applied to Malaysian healthcare industry which has limited studies.
This paper studied about the Entrepreneurial Orientation (EO) dimensions towards the Mosques perf... more This paper studied about the Entrepreneurial Orientation (EO) dimensions towards the Mosques performance.
This paper reviewed about the Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) factors towards the Mosq... more This paper reviewed about the Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) factors towards the Mosques performance. The SHRM factors determined that suits with the mosques context are selective staffing, extensive training, team empowerment, knowledge and information sharing, and motivation. This paper tends to classify how those SHRM factors can directly or indirectly affect the performance of the mosques specifically in the management scope. In addition, the SHRM factors identified in this are those which related to the context of the mosque. The relationship between structure SHRM and mosque performance is proved by the use of Structural Equation Model (SEM) as recommended.
The purposes of this paper are to identify the critical success factors of management practices f... more The purposes of this paper are to identify the critical success factors of management practices for mosque and to develop research model of strategic management practices, and mosque performance. Mosque is one of an important institution for Muslim. In addition, by applying critical success factor of management practice in mosque management, the mosque is able to improve the performance. A structural relationship model using Structural Equation Model (SEM) has been proposed. This model will be used to study the relationship between management practices, and mosque performance for mosque institution. Based on the proposed conceptual model and literature reviewed, research hypotheses are being developed.
Nowadays, in international business dynamic, supply chain management has become a critical strate... more Nowadays, in international business dynamic, supply chain management has become a critical strategic initiative in a global competitive environment. In consequence of increased competition in both domestic and international market, firm can no longer effectively compete in isolation of the suppliers and other entities in the supply chain. Supply Chain Management (SCM) practices have mostly been analyzed in manufacturing business. The SCM has been recognized as a strategy that could lead companies to gain competitive advantage, other than to achieve greater business performance. The SCM seeks to enhance competitive performance by closely integrating internal functions within a company and effectively linking them with external operations of suppliers, customers, and other channel members. There are several elements that can be selected to support SCM practices and organizational performance in the automotive industries. The purpose of this study is to propose a structural relationship of supply chain management practices and organizational performance model for Malaysian automotive industries. Since this study is a concept paper, most of the previous study taken as a basic guided for this research. Therefore, the conceptual model using Structural Equation Model (SEM) has been proposed and research hypothesis are also being developed. The paper culminates with suggested future research.
Over two decades Malaysia has been competing in automotive industry market. However, there are ma... more Over two decades Malaysia has been competing in automotive industry market. However, there are many steps to be taken in order to compete with competitors. Automotive manufacturers have to try various methods which may attract customers with products and services that meet the demands of low cost but quality. This paper reveals how the Malaysian automotive industry to improve financial performance in a situation of strong competition among the regional automotive industry. Elements in the managerial innovation can provide a positive impact on the Malaysian automotive industry to strengthen the economy and in terms of financial perspective. Therefore, this study tried to achieve the relationship between managerial innovation and financial performance in Malaysian automotive industry. The structural relationship model of managerial innovation and financial performance was proposed using Structural Equation Model (SEM) technique. The paper culminates with suggested future research work.
The purpose of this paper is to determine the relationship between the Green Lean Six Sigma (GLSS... more The purpose of this paper is to determine the relationship between the Green Lean Six Sigma (GLSS) and the Management Innovation (MI) to be implemented in the Malaysian Automotive Industry. This paper tries to examine how the GLSS can contribute and have a positive impact on the development of MI to achieve better performance in the automotive industry. In addition, by applying the advantages of innovation in an industry, they are able to ensure they have a competitive advantage factor. There are several elements that can be selected to support the GLSS and MI practices in the automotive industry. The relationship between structure MI and GLSS is proved by the use of Structural Equation Model (SEM) as recommended. Since this is a concept paper, most of the literature from the previous survey taken as a basic guide for this study as well as the construction of models of the relationship between the GLSS and MI is made. Next, the hypotheses can be generated based on the model of the proposed research and literature review. It has been shown that the MI which acts as an intermediary for the Malaysian automotive industry can continue to perform to make the transformation GLSS practice management system in the Malaysian automotive industry more efficiently and effectively in line with the industry to be the best among the competitors in other countries.
Nowadays, the pressure of competition from multi-national companies had increased and among them ... more Nowadays, the pressure of competition from multi-national companies had increased and among them is the automotive industry. It is the impact when the level of competition is intensifying as the manufactured vehicles shifts from being national to global. As a part of the competition, the important of understanding the implementation of green concepts is really useful for Malaysia to be a good competitor in Asian. Green concepts could provide assistance in making decisions at the early stage of the vehicle design and development process in order to avoid the costs and time consumed through later redesign. Thus, this study aims to build an effective model which indicates the relationship between Green Lean Six Sigma (GLSS) and Financial Performance (FP) in Malaysian automotive industry. The conceptual model using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) has been proposed. Based on the proposed conceptual model and reviewed, research hypotheses are being developed. This research concludes with suggest future research work.
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Papers by Nurul Fadly Habidin
successfully collected that brought to 64.3% response rate. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique was adopted. From the findings of the survey, it was shown that strategic control system did assist in improving organizational performance when coupled with LSS. Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) methodology was used in developing a tool of Lean Six Sigma Performance Improvement (LSSPI) to measure the performance of automotive companies. This tool was developed by using a system based on Excel. Six case studies were prepared to validate this tool. The result of these case studies suggested that this tool was timely and suitable to determine organizational performance of automotive companies
management is performance differences. Nowadays, the healthcare industry has also become a more competitive environment via newly liberalised policies. In this context, this paper investigates the relationship of kaizen blitz and sustainable performance in the Malaysian healthcare industry. The three pillars of sustainable performance consist of economic, environmental and social. The database was analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). According
to the findings, this study supports the positive impact of kaizen blitz and sustainable performance in the context of the healthcare industry. Based on the proposed conceptual model and review, research hypotheses were developed. The paper ends with proposed future research work.
institution throughout Perak. Information related to mosque
financial fund is vital to be studied as it is an institution responsible for development of Islam in the society. With resources from contributions and donations from various parties, mosque institution is believed to be able to carry out this trusted duty and responsibility. For the purpose of this study, questionnaires were administrated to 617 representatives of mosques in Perak. However, only 357 have responded. The findings show that mosque institution in Perak has a considerable amount of financial fund from both cash deposit as well as owned assets. It is found that the institutions’ cash deposit in bank as at December 2011 amounting to RM8.5 million. This situation indirectly indicates that the mosque institution should be more active and progressive in giving greater spillover impact to Muslim society in contributing to the development of Perak.
This study also proposed structural relationship model between ISO 26000 efforts and CSR performance in Malaysian automotive industry. Based on the proposed research model, research hypotheses are being developed. This paper culminates with suggested future research work.
most effective business improvement techniques that focus on continuous improvement process. They are adopted to improve business process, reduce waste, reduce defects, reduce cycle times, fast delivery at the minimal cost and accelerate the process in identifying the best solution practices for ensuring
excellence in operational and service management. The purpose of this study is to explore lean healthcare practice adopted by Malaysian healthcare industry and the relationship between lean healthcare practices and supply chain innovation performance. Four dimensions of lean healthcare practice (leadership, employee involvement, organisational culture, customer focus) were determined to have a significant and positive direct relationship with supply chain innovation performance efforts. Furthermore, through this analysis, a structural relationship model using structural equation modelling (SEM) has been proposed. The research hypotheses are being developed based on the proposed conceptual model and reviewed. Finally, the paper study culminates with suggested future research work.
proposes to utilise quantitative design as a main approach to answer the research question. The data will be collected by using survey questionnaires. The sample of this study will consist of manufacturing companies which are listed in the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) Directory. The structural equation modelling (SEM) approach will be employed in order to test the proposed hypotheses in this study. Evidence from previous research has supported the advantages of keeping long lasting inter-firm relationships. Scholars suggest that inter-firm relationships will enable both parties to enjoy overall business performance and new product development opportunity. The literature findings confirmed the notion that technological capability can create competitive advantage for members of the supply chain. However, possessing such capability may create power imbalance which leads to deterioration of the inter-firm relationship. The manufacturing companies can benefits from this study by understanding the potential impact of technological capability on power, and how this association affect the inter-firm relationships. It may furnish useful information on the advantages and disadvantages of possessing such capability which can be the basis of making future investment decision related to the technological capability expansion.
strategies which are employed by the group of companies to enhance their production in manufacturing and business issues. LM focus on the systematic elimination of waste and non-value added activity from the production process for improved environmental performance. This pilot study was conducted to investigate critical success factors (CSFs) towards successful LMP implementation among automotive manufacturing industry in Malaysia. The questionnaires were designed and distributed to the 50 respondents. The results of reliability analysis show that customer focus is a critical factor
influencing the direct LMP implementation success. This study recommends that the future research explore the influence of LMP on environmental performance in Malaysian automotive industry.
successfully collected that brought to 64.3% response rate. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique was adopted. From the findings of the survey, it was shown that strategic control system did assist in improving organizational performance when coupled with LSS. Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) methodology was used in developing a tool of Lean Six Sigma Performance Improvement (LSSPI) to measure the performance of automotive companies. This tool was developed by using a system based on Excel. Six case studies were prepared to validate this tool. The result of these case studies suggested that this tool was timely and suitable to determine organizational performance of automotive companies
management is performance differences. Nowadays, the healthcare industry has also become a more competitive environment via newly liberalised policies. In this context, this paper investigates the relationship of kaizen blitz and sustainable performance in the Malaysian healthcare industry. The three pillars of sustainable performance consist of economic, environmental and social. The database was analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). According
to the findings, this study supports the positive impact of kaizen blitz and sustainable performance in the context of the healthcare industry. Based on the proposed conceptual model and review, research hypotheses were developed. The paper ends with proposed future research work.
institution throughout Perak. Information related to mosque
financial fund is vital to be studied as it is an institution responsible for development of Islam in the society. With resources from contributions and donations from various parties, mosque institution is believed to be able to carry out this trusted duty and responsibility. For the purpose of this study, questionnaires were administrated to 617 representatives of mosques in Perak. However, only 357 have responded. The findings show that mosque institution in Perak has a considerable amount of financial fund from both cash deposit as well as owned assets. It is found that the institutions’ cash deposit in bank as at December 2011 amounting to RM8.5 million. This situation indirectly indicates that the mosque institution should be more active and progressive in giving greater spillover impact to Muslim society in contributing to the development of Perak.
This study also proposed structural relationship model between ISO 26000 efforts and CSR performance in Malaysian automotive industry. Based on the proposed research model, research hypotheses are being developed. This paper culminates with suggested future research work.
most effective business improvement techniques that focus on continuous improvement process. They are adopted to improve business process, reduce waste, reduce defects, reduce cycle times, fast delivery at the minimal cost and accelerate the process in identifying the best solution practices for ensuring
excellence in operational and service management. The purpose of this study is to explore lean healthcare practice adopted by Malaysian healthcare industry and the relationship between lean healthcare practices and supply chain innovation performance. Four dimensions of lean healthcare practice (leadership, employee involvement, organisational culture, customer focus) were determined to have a significant and positive direct relationship with supply chain innovation performance efforts. Furthermore, through this analysis, a structural relationship model using structural equation modelling (SEM) has been proposed. The research hypotheses are being developed based on the proposed conceptual model and reviewed. Finally, the paper study culminates with suggested future research work.
proposes to utilise quantitative design as a main approach to answer the research question. The data will be collected by using survey questionnaires. The sample of this study will consist of manufacturing companies which are listed in the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) Directory. The structural equation modelling (SEM) approach will be employed in order to test the proposed hypotheses in this study. Evidence from previous research has supported the advantages of keeping long lasting inter-firm relationships. Scholars suggest that inter-firm relationships will enable both parties to enjoy overall business performance and new product development opportunity. The literature findings confirmed the notion that technological capability can create competitive advantage for members of the supply chain. However, possessing such capability may create power imbalance which leads to deterioration of the inter-firm relationship. The manufacturing companies can benefits from this study by understanding the potential impact of technological capability on power, and how this association affect the inter-firm relationships. It may furnish useful information on the advantages and disadvantages of possessing such capability which can be the basis of making future investment decision related to the technological capability expansion.
strategies which are employed by the group of companies to enhance their production in manufacturing and business issues. LM focus on the systematic elimination of waste and non-value added activity from the production process for improved environmental performance. This pilot study was conducted to investigate critical success factors (CSFs) towards successful LMP implementation among automotive manufacturing industry in Malaysia. The questionnaires were designed and distributed to the 50 respondents. The results of reliability analysis show that customer focus is a critical factor
influencing the direct LMP implementation success. This study recommends that the future research explore the influence of LMP on environmental performance in Malaysian automotive industry.