OS5-1 Discovering Successful Determinants of Efficiency of MICHINOEKI in Chugoku Area

Title:	OS5-1 Discovering Successful Determinants of Efficiency of MICHINOEKI in Chugoku Area
Publication:	ICAROB2018
Volume:	23
Pages:	352-354
ISSN:	2188-7829
DOI:	10.5954/ICAROB.2018.OS5-1
Author(s):	Minoru Kumano, Tsutomu Ito, Takao Ito, Toru Hiraoka, Hirofumi Nonaka, Masahara Hirota
Publication Date:	February 2, 2018
Keywords:	four-function model, regional economy, performance, Michinoeki, efficiency
Abstract:	Many theories and analyses of Michinoeki from the viewpoints of break function, information dispatch function, and regional cooperation function have been published in the past decades. Based on our investigation, additional dimensions called disaster prevention function need to be added because a variety of activities have been developed recently. Specific to the context of Michinoeki systems, this paper develops and empirically tests a mathematical model of Michinoeki from the standpoint of how those four basic functions significantly influence its performance, thus uniquely contributing to extant knowledge. Using data drawn from Michinoeki in Chugoku area, this research attempts to shed light on the relationship between four basic functions and its performance including sales revenue and number of customers who passed through the shop cashier, to confirm the validity of the new four function model. Based on the findings, the managerial implications are discussed, the study limitations are identified and directions for further research are suggested.
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