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Establishing the RIE index: a review of the components critical to progress measurement

Riccardo Natoli (Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia)
Segu Zuhair (Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia)

International Journal of Social Economics

ISSN: 0306-8293

Article publication date: 6 July 2010

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Abstract

Purpose

The main purpose of this paper is to propose a progress framework revolving around the utilisation of three key constructs: resources, infrastructure and environment (index).

Design/methodology/approach

This paper utilises a composite indicator and an interdisciplinary approach to construct a comprehensive measure of progress.

Findings

The findings reveal that the methodological approach employed above allows components that are vital to progress to be incorporated into a coherent framework.

Research limitations/implications

The proposed progress framework could be applied to countries, or act as a foundation for future progress measures. It is also hoped to promote interdisciplinary research between schools.

Originality/value

The paper proposes an alternative measure of progress for nations that has the capability to capture more aspects important to progress.

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Citation

Natoli, R. and Zuhair, S. (2010), "Establishing the RIE index: a review of the components critical to progress measurement", International Journal of Social Economics, Vol. 37 No. 8, pp. 574-591. https://doi.org/10.1108/03068291011060634

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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