Determinants that attract and discourage foreign direct investment in GCC countries: Do macroeconomic and environmental factors matter?

In general, foreign direct investments (FDIs) play a crucial role in driving a country's economic development, promoting diversification, and enhancing competitiveness. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which heavily rely on the oil and gas sectors, are particularly vulnerable to fluctuations in commodity prices. However, these countries have recognized the imperative of economic diversification and have increasingly turned to inward FDIs to achieve it.

Enhancing ERP Responsiveness Through Big Data Technologies: An Empirical Investigation.

Organizations are integrating big data technologies with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems with an aim to enhance ERP responsiveness (i.e., the ability of the ERP systems to react towards the large volumes of data).