Year 2014, Issue 2
Date published18.6.2014
CONTENTS
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Irena Emilova
EXPRESSIONS OF INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS IN THE ORGANISATIONAbstract: In this paper, the term “interpersonal relationships” is defined as a scientific category. On the basis of particular literary sources, we view some expressions of interpersonal relationships. The research is based on the... In this paper, the term “interpersonal relationships” is defined as a scientific category. On the basis of particular literary sources, we view some expressions of interpersonal relationships. The research is based on the possibility of the selective application of Timothy Leary’s methodology. It presents concise characteristics of the: authoritative-leadership relationship; independent-dominating relationship; straightforward-aggressive relationship; distrustful-sceptic relationship; submissive-timid relationship; dependent-obedient relationship; cooperative-conventional and responsible-generous relationship. -
Alexander Kochetkov
TYPES OF HIERARCHICAL STRUCTURES AND MANAGEMENT EXPENDITURES FOR INNOVATIVE SYSTEMS IN ENTERPRISESKeywords: innovation system, hierarchical structures, management costs, management structure, methods of reducing management costsAbstract: This article proposes a new approach to the classification of management structures and costs in the innovation system of an industrial plant. The need for the establishment of a new classification of the types of management... This article proposes a new approach to the classification of management structures and costs in the innovation system of an industrial plant. The need for the establishment of a new classification of the types of management structures has been argued based on an analysis of literature sources. With the differentiating of unexplored management structures, some of their most typical characteristics have been defined. A concept for management costs in industrial plants and possible methods for their reduction have been presented. Specific proposals have been indicated to reduce management costs which are presented in the following areas: improving the qualifications of employees; changing the specialisation of managers; changing the number of managers in the hierarchy; changing the optimal rate control; increasing the rate of exchange of information flows between performers and managers; rearranging the hierarchy; reducing workplace organisational costs. -
Andrey Zahariev
ISSUES OF CORPORATE CAPITAL OPTIMISATION IN BULGARIAAbstract: The aim of this article is to test a methodology for the optimisation of capital structure in Bulgarian companies, adapted for Bulgarian conditions, on the basis of fundamental company indicators and stock exchange rates over the... The aim of this article is to test a methodology for the optimisation of capital structure in Bulgarian companies, adapted for Bulgarian conditions, on the basis of fundamental company indicators and stock exchange rates over the period 2010 – 2013. A similar methodology provides the answer to a series of questions and solves significant problems faced by business practice, related to the realisation of the main purpose of financial managers in Bulgarian companies – maximising stock wealth. The achievement of this aim is based on the effect of financial leverage on the profit of one share and its stock exchange capitalisation. This research ascertains the complete improvement of post-crisis interest conditions for business credit by financial institutions to companies in our country. Within the range of the research, we identify seventeen separate issues in the field of applied capital optimisation which require precise financial and investment circumstances and appropriate solutions. -
Zoya Ivanova
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MARKET BEHAVIOUR OF BULGARIAN INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISESKeywords: market behaviour, industrial enterprise, relationships with consumers, differentiation strategy, specialized marketsAbstract: Due to the complex and dynamic situation in commodities markets, Bulgarian industrial enterprises need to apply more flexible and efficient approaches in order to adapt promptly to contemporary challenges. Industrial enterprises... Due to the complex and dynamic situation in commodities markets, Bulgarian industrial enterprises need to apply more flexible and efficient approaches in order to adapt promptly to contemporary challenges. Industrial enterprises seek to demonstrate behaviour which will enable them to maintain and expand their market positions, respond adequately to changes in consumer demand and react to increasing competition. The aim of this article is to examine the market behaviour of Bulgarian industrial enterprises on the basis of theoretical and empirical research and to summarise some of the specific features of this market behaviour. -
Atanas Damyanov
AN OUTLINE OF HARD AND SOFT PARTNERSHIPS IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSJEL: F14.Keywords: partnership, types of partnerships, ÒÐÐ (Trans-Pacific Partnership), hard and soft partnerships, two-dimensional matrix for international partnerships and a trivector matrix for intercompany partnerships.Abstract: This research is in two sections. The first promotes the possible types of partnerships and emphasis is placed on business relations. It also introduces the phenomenon of a ÒÐÐ (Trans-Pacific Partnership). It defines the... This research is in two sections. The first promotes the possible types of partnerships and emphasis is placed on business relations. It also introduces the phenomenon of a ÒÐÐ (Trans-Pacific Partnership). It defines the characteristics of hard and soft partnerships. The second part develops a set of tools for the analysis and evaluation of partnerships. For this purpose, two matrices are proposed. The first is for researching the issue of international levels with two vectors. The second matrix discusses intercompany partnerships which involves three dimensions: the type of partnership, the level of internationalization and the size of the companies. -
Rumen Vyrbanov
APPLICATIONS OF THE BYOD CONCEPTION – BENEFITS, RISKS AND APPROACHESKeywords: Mobile devices have dramatically changed perceptions regarding the work of employees and the dimensions of modern business. The popularity of the concept of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is due to one of the essential features of business from the past few years - the mobility of managers and employees. The possibility of their continued participation in work processes and the availability of alternative options for data access at any time, from any device and from any location is acquiring exclusive actuality. At the same time, a reasonable balance between convenience and security is required, based on a better understanding of the specifics of the BYOD environment and the effective protection of mobile devices in the corporate network. The article analyses the nature and main characteristics of BYOD, and the benefits and safety risks that arise the use of personal mobile devices to solve business problems. Also an approach is proposed based on the idea of 'BYOD in six steps'.Abstract: BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), advantages of BYOD, risks of BYOD, consumerisation, attitudes toward the use of mobile devices in business, strategy for the implementation of... BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), advantages of BYOD, risks of BYOD, consumerisation, attitudes toward the use of mobile devices in business, strategy for the implementation of BYOD. -
Lyudmil Petkov
AN INNOVATIVE SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONKeywords: -Abstract: ... -