Sarabjot Kaur

Bio: Sarabjot Kaur is an academic researcher from Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. The author has contributed to research in topics: Ambidexterity & Supply chain. The author has an hindex of 2, co-authored 4 publications receiving 130 citations. Previous affiliations of Sarabjot Kaur include Indian Institutes of Technology.

Social Networking and Knowledge Sharing in Organizations

Abstract: Employees working in an organization have both explicit and tacit knowledge. Explicit knowledge is easier to document and share than tacit knowledge which stems from practical and experiential understanding. Solutions to contemporary business problems can be achieved by utilizing the available expertise spanning across different functional areas of an organization (Wenger & Snyder, 2000). Staying connected helps in advancing the understanding about various functional domains and helps in generating a multi-perspective outlook for tackling any issue. One such way of staying connected can be achieved by using social networking tools within the organizational boundaries. Yammer, Salesforce Chatter, Microsoft Sharepoint online are a few examples of collaborative and social tools used in enterprises. Enterprise wide social networking can help in connecting people from different backgrounds and domains making it easier to transfer knowledge to wider audiences (Riemer & Scifleet, 2012). The present chapter draws from extant literature to highlight the usefulness of social networking for knowledge sharing purposes along with discussing the relevant factors and adoption issues.

Issues and Challenges in Enterprise Social Media

Abstract: Social media is a ubiquitous phenomenon enabling social connections worldwide. This communication platform has given rise to a new social order wherein users can create and disseminate information, opinions, self-created content and knowledge to widespread audience. Business organizations are also catching up with the phenomenon in terms of utilizing the functionality of social media tools for intra firm communication among employees for enterprise wide social networking and collaboration (Fulk & Yuan, 2013). Many organizations are using Enterprise Social Media (ESM) tools for information sharing, crowdsourcing ideas and solving problems, and relationship building (Riemer & Scifleet, 2012). The present article attempts to understand the enterprise social media tools from the perspectives of its functional and interactional aspects along with highlighting the key issues associated with its usage.

Mathematical Modelling to estimate Radon exhalation rates: A study on soil samples from Pangi valley of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India

Abstract: Radon being radioactive gas is the main source of radiation exposure in the environment. When inhaled, it may cause carcinogenic diseases due to alpha emission during the radon decay, as alpha particles may damage respiratory and alveolar epithelial cells. Thus continuous investigation of the radon level in the environment is always required. In the same, correlation between concentration of radium with radon exhalation rates in the soil samples may be very helpful to know the variation of the radon level. In present study soil samples have been collected randomly from various locations of Pangi Valley of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, a northern hill state of India. Radon exhalation rates in collected samples have been measured using the closed can technique in correlation to different soil parameters. Radon mass exhalation rate in soil samples have found to vary from 0.018 to 0.179 Bq kg-1 h-1 with an average value of 0.082 Bq kg-1 h-1 and area exhalation rate from 0.56 to 5.42 Bq m-2 h-1 with an average of 2.47 Bq m-2 h-1. A Mathematical model has been developed using soil parameters viz. bulk density, porosity, emanation rates, diffusion coefficients etc. and use to estimate the radon exhalation rates in soil samples. A strong positive correlation has been obtained between the theoretically estimated and experimentally measured obtained values.

Industry 4.0 and the circular economy: A literature review and recommendations for future research

Abstract: Research regarding the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) and the circular economy has gained traction since 2014. Paralleling the growth in the internet of things (IoT), the circular economy poses both risks and opportunities to various stakeholders in its development. This literature review aims to identify Industry 4.0 stakeholders' interests and expectations regarding how the IoT can be part of circular economy management. Contributions include identifying various IoT tools for dealing with circular economy challenges while also addressing implementation best practices. The transition of the circular economy within Industry 4.0 requires a better understanding of government, suppliers, international organizational interests, and expectations regarding the IoT. This study enables future research on circular economy practices and their potential sustainability benefits for manufacturing firms. This study's findings allow practitioners and researchers to understand the literature and critical elements of the transition toward a more circular economy.