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Blockchain-enabled dynamic capabilities for supply chain Fear-Driven Dialogue: A Linguistic Study of Death Knocks and
ambidexterity: Empirical evidence from manufacturing firms for Death

enhanced competence and flexibility

Author(s): Author(s):

Sharma, M. (University of Twente), AlNuaimi, B.K. (DBA, Abu Dhabi University), Khan, M. (Department of Management, Abou Adel, M.A. (Department of Arabic Language and Literature, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, UAE
College of Business Administration, University of Sharjah), Alghafes, R. (Department of Management, College of University), Elhalafawy, A.I. (English Language and Literature at Faculty of Arts, Kafrelsheikh University), Khalifa, S.H.
Business Administration, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University), Pandey, R. (Institute of Management Studies (Medical Sciences and Preparatory Year Department, North Private College of Nursing), Al Mahamed, A.M. (Department
(IMS) Ghaziabad - B School) of Languages, College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences, Abu Dhabi University), El-Zaghal, F.T. (English Language
and Linguistics at Faculty of Arts, Tanta University)
Index Terms:
Index Terms:
United Kingdom; United States; Alignment; Binary alloys; Engineering education; Industrial research; Knowledge
management; Ambidexterity; Block-chain; Chain alignments; Digital transformation; Dynamics capability; Firm Death; Death Knocks; Fear of Death; multimodal conversation analysis; Woody Allen
Performance; Flexibility fit; Manufacturing firms; Supply chain flexibility; Technology adoption; database; digitization;
empirical analysis; manufacturing; supply chain management; technology adoption; Blockchain; Supply chains Abstract:

Abstract: This study explores how fear as a mood state affects conversational patterns and shapes communicative behavior. It
offers a novel perspective on how fear influences both verbal and nonverbal interactions. Drawing on dialogues from
Woody Allen’s Death Knocks and Death, the analysis employs Conversation Analysis by Jack Sidnell (2010) and the
This study utilizes the dynamic capability framework to investigate the relationship among Supply chain (SC)
adaptability, SC alignment, SC ambidexterity, SC competence, and SC flexibility fit in blockchain technology (BCT) multimodal extensions proposed by Lorenza Mondada (2019). The study addresses a notable gap by applying both
adoption to understand their interactions and contribution to firm performance (FPER). SCs are considered the Conversation Analysis (CA) and Multimodal Conversation Analysis (MMCA) to Woody Allen’s modern drama, where
primary mechanism by which businesses impact all aspects of our daily needs; however, the challenges caused gestures, posture, and movement are central to meaning-making. The study also moves beyond single-discipline
represent an opportunity to integrate BCT, which may fundamentally alter the future of SCs. Anchored in the Dynamic approaches by adopting an interdisciplinary framework that brings together applied linguistics, theatre studies,
Capability (DC) framework, this study leverages SmartPLS to examine insights from 283 survey participants across and emotional psychology. This allows for a deeper understanding of how theatrical discourse is shaped under the
manufacturing firms in the UK and US. SC adaptability and SC alignment influence SC ambidexterity; SC ambidexterity pressure of existential emotion and offers a genuine contribution at the intersection of these knowledge domains.
positively influences SC flexibility fit, and SC flexibility fit influences SC competence. SC competence has a full mediation The findings indicate that fear disrupts logical conversation, resulting in brief, tense exchanges characterized by
influence between SC flexibility fit and FPER. BCT moderates the relationship between SC ambidexterity and SC flexibility emotional rigidity and cognitive imbalance. The study contributes to improving dialogue management in real-life
fit but not between SC competence and FPER. This study advances knowledge on how BCT deployment shapes interactions and dramatic scripts, particularly in contexts of psychological tension. Future research may examine how
supply chains, underscoring the critical role of a robust digital strategy in driving FPER. By reframing the discourse other emotions—such as joy, anger, or anxiety—shape conversation to deepen our understanding of the relationship
around competencies and strategic alignment, this study not only enriches the literature on digital transformation between emotion and communication.
and supply chains but also opens new avenues for future research and managerial practice. Organizations need to Read the paper
think holistically rather than focusing on acquiring the best IT systems and bombarding employees with training to
develop their competencies.

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