Kwang O.Park | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Kwang O.Park | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award 

Professor at Yeungnam University | South Korea

Prof. Dr. Kwang O. Park, Ph.D, is a distinguished scholar and Professor in the Department of Business Administration at Yeungnam University College, recognized for his contributions to management information systems, supply chain performance, and sustainable digital transformation. With 319 citations from 318 documents, 7 publications, and an h-index of 6, he has established a strong academic footprint through impactful SSCI research. Prof. Dr. Kwang O. Park earned his Ph.D. in Management Information Systems from Pusan National University, followed by a prestigious Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the University of North Texas. He later served as a Lecturer at Pusan National University before joining Yeungnam University College as a faculty member, where he continues to advance research and education. His academic career reflects deep engagement with topics at the intersection of information technology and organizational performance, producing influential studies on change management capability, IT capability, blockchain adoption, BPR strategy, and the dynamics of power, engagement, and citizenship behavior. His research spans critical themes such as AI, Big Data, SCM performance, ERP performance, IT maintenance, and the strategic application of information technology, contributing to global conversations on digital innovation and sustainability. Prof. Dr. Kwang O. Park’s scholarly work published in high-impact journals including Behaviour & Information Technology, Information & Management, Sustainability, and the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health demonstrates a consistent focus on how emerging technologies and strategic information practices enhance organizational outcomes. Notably, his studies explore real-time change management, partnership quality in supply chains, IT-driven productivity, and sustainable information performance, positioning him as a thought leader in designing data-driven, technology-supported business environments. His recent research, including a 2025 publication on Creating Shared Value (CSV) and information characteristics, further highlights his commitment to advancing sustainable information ecosystems. Through his teaching, mentorship, and continuous research, Prof. Dr. Kwang O. Park, Ph.D, remains dedicated to fostering academic excellence and driving innovative insights that support the evolving needs of organizations in the era of digital transformation.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications:

  • Park, K. O., & Koh, C. E. (2015). Effect of change management capability in real-time environment: An information orientation perspective in supply chain management. Behaviour & Information Technology, 34(1), 94–104.

  • Park, K. O., Chang, H., & Jung, D. H. (2017). How do power type and partnership quality affect supply chain management performance? Sustainability, 9(1), 127.

  • Chae, H. C., Koh, C. E., & Park, K. O. (2018). Information technology capability and firm performance: Role of industry. Information & Management, 55(5), 525–546.

  • Park, K. O. (2018). The relationship between BPR strategy and change management for the sustainable implementation of ERP: An information orientation perspective. Sustainability, 10(9), 3080.

  • Park, K. O. (2019). The relationship between power type, work engagement, and organizational citizenship behaviors. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(6), 1015.

  • Park, K. O. (2020). A study on sustainable usage intention of blockchain in the big data era: Logistics and supply chain management companies. Sustainability, 12(24), 10670

Lixiang Chen | Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Lixiang Chen | Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award  

Industry Innovation at Taiyuan Institute of Technology | China

Ms. Lixiang Chen is a highly accomplished academic and researcher specializing in economics and management, with a focus on trade, innovation, and defense economics. She currently serves as a Lecturer at the Taiyuan Institute of Technology, where she combines academic rigor with practical insights to contribute meaningfully to the field of management and accounting. Ms. Lixiang Chen earned her Master’s degree from the School of International Trade at Shanxi University of Finance and Economics and later completed her Ph.D. at the School of Economics, Central University of Finance and Economics, where she developed a strong foundation in economic theory, fiscal policy, and global trade systems. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a consistent commitment to advancing research that bridges the gap between policy design and economic performance, with particular emphasis on performance budgeting, defense resource allocation, and the strategic planning of public expenditures. Her notable scholarly contributions include publications such as The Impact of Performance Budgeting on Defense Resource Allocation International Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization, PPBE: Research on Operation and Latest Development American Journal of Theoretical and Applied Business, and The Evolution and Implications of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System China Economist. Through these works, she has explored how structured financial frameworks can enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of public sector spending, especially within defense and national strategic contexts. In addition to her research output, Ms. Lixiang Chen plays an active role in mentoring students, developing innovative curricula, and contributing to collaborative research initiatives aimed at economic modernization and sustainable fiscal governance. Her analytical precision and interdisciplinary approach make her an influential voice in economic policy and management research. With a clear vision toward enhancing the integration of theoretical economics and practical decision-making, Ms. Lixiang Chen continues to pursue impactful studies that inform national and international fiscal reforms. Her dedication to academic excellence and her contributions to policy-oriented research have established her as a respected figure in the academic community, reflecting a professional journey defined by intellectual depth, innovation, and a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in economics and management.

Profile: Orcid

Featured Publications:

Chen, L., & Wang, W. (2025). Innovation networks in the new energy vehicle industry: A dual perspective of collaboration between supply chain and executive networks. World Electric Vehicle Journal, 16(10), 575.

Chen, L. (2021). The evolution and implications of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution system. China Economist, (12), 61–62.

Chen, L. (2021). The impact of performance budgeting on defense resource allocation. International Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization, 9(4), 151–156.

Chen, L. (2020). PPBE: Research on operation and latest development. American Journal of Theoretical and Applied Business, 6(4), 98–105.

Chen, L., & Chen, B. (2020). The U.S. Department of Defense’s “medium-term expenditure framework” and its implications. National Defense Science & Technology, 41(2), 85–90.