Conceptual Paper
A Conceptual Model for VMI in Reverse Supply Chains

Mitra Moubed; Yahia Zare Mehrjerdi

Volume 1, Issue 3 , October 2014, Pages 186-200

Abstract
  The importance and role of reverse supply chain in gaining competitive advantage has been recognized especially in recent years. However the high costs of implementing and installing these chains works as an impediment for managers. Collaboration as a key to success in supply chains can be a way to decrease ...  Read More

Original Research
Modeling Business Cycles with Markov Switching Arma (Ms-Arma) Model: An Application on Iranian Business Cycles

Morteza Salehi Sarbijan

Volume 1, Issue 3 , October 2014, Pages 201-214

Abstract
  In this paper, the Iran Business Cycle characteristics were investigated via numerous univariate and multivariate Markov-switching specifications. In this case Markov switching model MSM-ARMA is proposed for determining business cycles. We examined the stochastic properties of the cyclical pattern of ...  Read More

Conceptual Paper
Growth of Islamic Banking in Middle East and South Asian Countries

Farrukh Shahzad; Ahsan Zia; Zeeshan Farred; Bushra Zulfiqar

Volume 1, Issue 3 , October 2014, Pages 215-228

Abstract
  The main purpose of this article is to check the growth and trend of Islamic banking and finance in the world of finance. It shows the globalization of Islamic banking through total assets of Islamic banks of different countries of the Middle East and South Asia. The findings hold that Islamic banking ...  Read More

Original Research
An Assessment of Readiness Factors for Implementing ERP Based on Agility (Extension of Mckinsey 7s Model)

Soheila Shiri; Alireza Anvari; Hassan Soltani

Volume 1, Issue 3 , October 2014, Pages 229-246

Abstract
  Studies conducted by many researchers indicate high failure rate of projects of implementing ERP systems. Furthermore, organizations should be agile to be able to respond to market changes fast and effectively to survive in competitive environment. ERP and agility are two important tools for achieving ...  Read More