This paper presents a theoretical model which discusses the value of and need for the use of outcome rather than process evaluations of programs for the elderly. The theoretical framework is based on the highly successful philosophical model of statistical quality control used in industry, which assumes the best way to improve quality is to look at the outcomes. Most accreditation associations,...

This paper analyzes the effects of mergers around the world over the past 15 years. We utilize a large panel of data on mergers to test several hypotheses about mergers. The effects of the mergers are examined by comparing the performance of the merging firms with control groups of nonmerging firms. The comparisons are made on profitability and sales. The results show that mergers on average do...

The main goal of this study was to investigate the association between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and value restaurant firms by employing triple bottom line theory, a framework for business model sustainable development focusing on profit, environment, people rather than just maximizing profit. Even though has been common theoretical foundation in CSR area, there is sparse literature...