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Identifying reasons for ERP system customization in SMEs: a multiple case study

Purpose The purpose of this article is to investigate pos sible reasons for ERP system customization in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a particular focus on distinguishing influential factors of the SME context. Design/methodology/approach An exploratory qualitative research approach was employed, as the study aims to identify new insights within the SME context. A multiple case study of four SMEs was conducted. Data were collected through 34 qualitati ve interviews with multiple informants across the four cases. Findings – The study reports findings from four SMEs where ERP customization has been applied to match organizational needs. First, the level and ty pe of ERP system customization applied by the case organizations were investigated. Then, the reasons for ERP system customization were explored. The analysis identified seven possible reasons leading to ERP system customization, classified according to two phases of the ERP life-cycle (prior to “goin g-live”, after “going-live”). Reasons specific to t he SME context include unique business processes, owne rship type, and organizational stage of growth. Research limitations/implications The study is based on four cases only. Further r esearch is needed to investigate the applicability of our find ings in different contexts. Practical implications The study findings are believed to be valuable f or organizations about to implement an ERP system as well as for ERP vendors. By identifying the reasons leading to ERP system customization and investigating the effect o f the SME context, the study contributes to better understanding of ERP system implementation in SMEs. Originality/value – The article contributes to the scarce literature on reasons for ERP system customization in SMEs. By classifying the reasons i nto two phases of the ERP life-cycle, the study also contributes by exploring ERP system customizat ion practice in different phases of the ERP lifecycle.
Chapter Eighteen. British marxist history

Given the undoubted importance of Thompson's contribution to radical history, this chapter concentrates on surveying the debates occasioned by his work. In 1935, Comintern General Secretary George Dimitrov noted that across Europe fascists were writing national historical myths through which they hoped to justify their contemporary political project. Against 'economistic' models of historical materialism, Thompson sought to re-emphasise human agency at the heart of his Marxism, and in particular to reaffirm the importance of ideas as the basis for action. This reinterpretation of Marxism allowed him to conceptualise both the rise of Stalinism and the revolt against it in 1956. Keywords: British Marxist history; Marxism; Stalinism
A Formal System for Euclid's Elements

We present a formal system, E , which provides a faithful model of the proofs in Euclid’s Elements , including the use of diagrammatic reasoning.
Game theory applications in wireless networks : A

Game theory is a set of tools developed to model interactions between agents with conflicting interests [5]. It is a field of applied mathematics that defines and evaluates interactive decision situations. It provides analytical tools to predict the outcome of complicated interactions between rational entities, where rationality demands strict adherence to a strategy based on observed or measured results [13]. Originally developed to model problems in the field of economics, game theory has recently been applied to network problems, in most cases to solve the resource allocation problems in a competitive environment. The reason that game theory is an adapted choice for studying cooperative communications is various. Nodes in the network are independent agents, making decisions only for their own interests. Game theory provides us sufficient theoretical tools to analyze the network users’ behaviors and actions. Game theory, also primarily deals with distributed optimization, which often requires local information only. Thus it enables us to design distributed algorithms. [14]. This article surveys the literature on game theory as they apply to wireless networks. First, a brief overview of classifications of games, important definitions used in games (Nash Equilibrium, Pareto efficiency, Pure, Mixed and Fully mixed strategies) and game models are presented. Then, we identified five areas of application of game theory in wireless networks; therefore, we discuss related work to game theory in communication networks, cognitive radio networks, wireless sensor networks, resource allocation and power control. Finally, we discuss the limitations of the application of game theory in wireless networks.
The influence of neuropsychological rehabilitation on symptomatology and quality of life following brain injury: a controlled long-term follow-up.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
To establish whether, following acquired brain injury, intensive post-acute neuropsychological rehabilitation could have long-term beneficial effects.


METHODS AND PROCEDURES
A group of 37 adults who had suffered cerebrovascular accidents or traumatic brain injuries and who had undergone a rehabilitation programme were followed up 12-22 years post-injury, together with a non-rehabilitated control group of 13 adults, matched for brain-injury and demographics characteristics. Both groups completed a set of questionnaires concerning broad aspects of psychological well-being. Significant others completed similar questionnaires.


MAIN OUTCOMES AND RESULTS
The rehabilitation group showed significantly lower levels of brain injury symptoms and higher levels of competency at follow-up. They also rated internal locus of control and general self-efficacy as significantly higher than the control group. Anxiety and depression levels were significantly lower and quality of life significantly higher in the rehabilitation group for both the subjects themselves and for their significant others.


CONCLUSIONS
Within methodological limitations this study suggests that post-acute neuropsychological rehabilitation can have long-term beneficial effects.
Coronary flow reserve by contrast enhanced transesophageal coronary sinus Doppler measurements can evaluate diabetic microvascular dysfunction.

BACKGROUND
This study was undertaken to investigate whether coronary flow reserve (CFR) using coronary sinus flow (CSF), which can be measured by transesophageal Doppler echocardiography (TEDE), especially when contrast enhanced, is useful in evaluating microvascular dysfunction in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM).


METHODS AND RESULTS
CSF recordings using contrast enhanced TEDE were performed before and after adenosine triphosphate infusion (0.15 mg x kg(-1) x min(-1)) in 16 patients with type 2 DM and diabetic retinopathy and in 13 non-DM patients (control). Coronary angiography revealed normal epicardial coronary arteries. CFR was defined as the ratio of the antegrade flow velocity time integral in hyperemic conditions and basal levels. Clear envelopes of CSF were obtained in all DM patients using contrast-enhanced TEDE. CFR using CSF in the DM group was significantly decreased compared with the control group (1.4+/-0.4 vs 2.1+/-0.5, p<0.01), but there were no significant differences of age, ejection fraction, rate of hypertension and hypercholesterolemia between the 2 groups. Using 1.7 of CFR as the cut-off value, diabetic microvascular dysfunction could be detected with 82% sensitivity and 83% specificity.


CONCLUSIONS
CFR calculated by CSF using contrast-enhanced TEDE may be useful for evaluating diabetic microvascular dysfunction.
Biochemical markers of bone turnover in patients with spinal metastases after resistance training under radiotherapy – a randomized trial

To compare the effects of resistance training versus passive physical therapy on bone turnover markers (BTM) in the metastatic bone during radiation therapy (RT) in patients with spinal bone metastases. Secondly, to evaluate an association of BTM to local response, skeletal-related events (SRE), and number of metastases. In this randomized trial, 60 patients were allocated from September 2011 to March 2013 into one of the two arms: resistance training (Arm A) or passive physical therapy (Arm B) with thirty patients in each arm during RT. Biochemical markers such as pyridinoline (PYD), desoxy-pyridinoline (DPD), bone alkaline phosphatase (BAP), total amino-terminal propeptide of type I collagen (PINP), beta-isomer of carboxy-terminal telopeptide of type I collagen (CTX-I), and cross-linked N-telopeptide of type I collagen (NTX) were analyzed at baseline, and three months after RT. Mean change values of PYD and CTX-I were significantly lower at 3 months after RT (p = 0.035 and p = 0.043) in Arm A. Importantly, all markers decreased in both arms, except of PYD and CTX-I in arm B, although significance was not reached for some biomarkers. In arm A, the local response was significantly higher (p = 0.003) and PINP could be identified as a predictor for survivors (OR 0.968, 95%CI 0.938–0.999, p = 0.043). BAP (OR 0.974, 95%CI 0.950–0.998, p = 0.034) and PINP (OR 1.025, 95%CI 1.001–1.049, p = 0.044) were related with an avoidance of SRE. In this group of patients with spinal bone metastases, we were able to show that patients with guided resistance training of the paravertebral muscles can influence BTM. PYD and CTX-I decreased significantly in arm A. PINP can be considered as a complementary tool for prediction of local response, and PINP as well as BAP for avoidance of SRE. Clinical trial identifier NCT 01409720. August 2, 2011.
Advances in Autism Systemic-attachment formulation for families of children with autism

Purpose – Case formulation has gained increasing prominence as a guide to intervention across a range of clinical problems. It offers a contrasting orientation to diagnosis and its value is considered in the context of clinical work with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD). The purpose of this paper is to argue that case formulation integrating attachment, systemic and narrative perspectives offers a valuable way forward in assisting people with the diagnosis and their families. Design/methodology/approach – The literature on ASD and related conditions is reviewed to examine levels of co-morbidity, consider the role of parental mental health difficulties and explore the issues inherent with current approaches to diagnosis. Findings – ASD is found to have a high level of co-morbidity with other difficulties, such as anxiety and insecure attachment. Research findings, alongside the authors own clinical experience, are developed to suggest that formulation can allow the possibility of early intervention based on a holistic appraisal of the array of difficulties present prior to a diagnosis. Originality/value – It is argued that the use of this systemic-attachment formulation approach could offset the exacerbation in ASD and related conditions, and deterioration in families’ mental health, whilst they face long waiting times for a diagnosis.
Integrating NAND flash devices onto servers

Flash is a widely used storage device in portable mobile devices such as smart phones, digital cameras, and MP3 players. It provides high density and low power, properties that are appealing for other computing domains. In this paper, we examine its use in the server domain. Wear-out has the potential to limit the use of Flash in this domain. To seriously consider Flash in the server domain, architectural support must exist to address this lack of reliability. This paper first provides a survey of current and potential Flash usage models in a data center. We then advocate using Flash as an extended system memory usage model---OS managed disk cache---and describe the necessary architectural changes. Specifically we propose two key changes. The first improves performance and reliability by splitting Flash-based disk caches into separate read and write regions. The second improves reliability by employing a programmable Flash memory controller. It changes the error code strength (number of correctable bits) and the number of bits that a memory cell can store (cell density) in response to the demands of the application.
Evaluating the impact of a computerized surveillance algorithm and decision support system on sepsis mortality

OBJECTIVE
We created a system using a triad of change management, electronic surveillance, and algorithms to detect sepsis and deliver highly sensitive and specific decision support to the point of care using a mobile application. The investigators hypothesized that this system would result in a reduction in sepsis mortality.


METHODS
A before-and-after model was used to study the impact of the interventions on sepsis-related mortality. All patients admitted to the study units were screened per the Institute for Healthcare Improvement Surviving Sepsis Guidelines using real-time electronic surveillance. Sepsis surveillance algorithms that adjusted clinical parameters based on comorbid medical conditions were deployed for improved sensitivity and specificity. Nurses received mobile alerts for all positive sepsis screenings as well as severe sepsis and shock alerts over a period of 10 months. Advice was given for early goal-directed therapy. Sepsis mortality during a control period from January 1, 2011 to September 30, 2013 was used as baseline for comparison.


RESULTS
The primary outcome, sepsis mortality, decreased by 53% (P = 0.03; 95% CI, 1.06-5.25). The 30-day readmission rate reduced from 19.08% during the control period to 13.21% during the study period (P = 0.05; 95% CI, 0.97-2.52). No significant change in length of hospital stay was noted. The system had observed sensitivity of 95% and specificity of 82% for detecting sepsis compared to gold-standard physician chart review.


CONCLUSION
A program consisting of change management and electronic surveillance with highly sensitive and specific decision support delivered to the point of care resulted in significant reduction in deaths from sepsis.
Big Data Analytics in Heart Attack Prediction

Introduction: Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) is one of the deadliest diseases patients face. The key to cardiovascular disease management is to evaluate large scores of datasets, compare and mine for information that can be used to predict, prevent, manage and treat chronic diseases such as heart attacks. Big Data analytics, known in the corporate world for its valuable use in controlling, contrasting and managing large datasets can be applied with much success to the prediction, prevention, management and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Data mining, visualization and Hadoop are technologies or tools of big data in mining the voluminous datasets for
Will the real Creative City please stand up

S omething has been troubling me. It is that, apparently, the cities we live in have become creative. What I mean by this is that the various attempts to tackle social and economic decline in urban areas over the last few decades have recently found new expression through discourses of creativity and the 'creative city'. These discourses have made their way into the centre of urban policy debates commentaries have also emerged on how the creative city concept has been put into practice by urban authorities (e.g. see Tony Harcup in issue 4(2) of City in relation to Leeds). As a result of this new vocabulary, certain cities such as Barcelona, Cologne, Bologna and even Huddersfield have gained the tag 'creative city'. But what does this rather nebulous term mean? It refers to a new 'method of strategic urban planning and examines how people can think, plan and act creatively' (Landry, 2000, p. xii). A city is being creative, then, when people adopt new and different ways of looking at the problems which they face. In what follows, I want to explore some of the ideas associated with the creative city concept which were explored at an epony-mously named conference in Huddersfield in May 2000. I then want to take a closer look at some issues which arise from a more critical analysis of the creative city concept. In particular, I want to explore in more detail the links between ethics, values and creativity, and the types of creativity which are tolerated within the creative city. The most recent Creative Cities conference occurred in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, near where I was born amongst the mill towns of the east Pennines which these days I didn't much associate with either cityness or creativity. While people's perceptions of Huddersfield may extend to cloth mills and its role at the centre of textile production during the industrial revolution, Lowry's matchstick people, or perhaps the new McAlpine football stadium, for fewer people, I imagine, it would extend to that of a creative urban milieu. Nevertheless, several significant shifts have occurred in this town and it has experienced a partial cultural, and in some ways economic, turnaround. Indeed, it often comes as a surprise to learn that Huddersfield includes 1660 listed buildings, an amount second only to Bristol and West-minster in the whole of England. While much of the recent upturn may be a result …
Voxel-Based Virtual Multi-Axis Machining

Although multi-axis CNC machines are well known for complicated part machining involving few time-consuming set-ups, difficulties arise in generating collision-free tool paths and determining cutting parameters. Machining simulation is used to validate the generated information for multi-axis CNC machines before it is physically downloaded and executed. The objective of this research is to develop a voxel-based simulator for multi-axis CNC machining. The simulator displays the machining process in which the initial workpiece is incrementally converted into the finished part. The voxel representation is used to model efficiently the state of the in-process workpiece, which is generated by successively subtracting tool swept volumes from the workpiece. The voxel representation also simplifies the computation of regularised Boolean set operations and of material removal volumes. By using the material removal rate measured by the number of removed voxels, the feedrate can be adjusted adaptively to increase the machining productivity.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the older adult: what defines abnormal lung function?

BACKGROUND
The Global Initiative on Obstructive Lung Disease stages for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) uses a fixed ratio of the post-bronchodilator forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV(1))/forced vital capacity (FVC) of 0.70 as a threshold. Since the FEV(1)/FVC ratio declines with age, using the fixed ratio to define COPD may "overdiagnose" COPD in older populations.


OBJECTIVE
To determine morbidity and mortality among older adults whose FEV(1)/FVC is less than 0.70 but more than the lower limit of normal (LLN).


METHODS
The severity of COPD was classified in 4965 participants aged > or =65 years in the Cardiovascular Health Study using these two methods and the age-adjusted proportion of the population who had died or had a COPD-related hospitalisation in up to 11 years of follow-up was determined.


RESULTS
1621 (32.6%) subjects died and 935 (18.8%) had at least one COPD-related hospitalisation during the follow-up period. Subjects (n = 1134) whose FEV(1)/FVC fell between the LLN and the fixed ratio had an increased adjusted risk of death (hazard ratio (HR) 1.3, 95% CI 1.1 to 1.5) and COPD-related hospitalisation (HR 2.6, 95% CI 2.0 to 3.3) during follow-up compared with asymptomatic individuals with normal lung function.


CONCLUSION
In this cohort, subjects classified as "normal" using the LLN but abnormal using the fixed ratio were more likely to die and to have a COPD-related hospitalisation during follow-up. This suggests that a fixed FEV(1)/FVC ratio of <0.70 may identify at-risk patients, even among older adults.
Analysis of hereditary and medical risk factors in Achilles tendinopathy and Achilles tendon ruptures: a matched pair analysis

In Achilles tendon injuries, it is suggested that a pathological continuum might be evident from the healthy Achilles tendon to Achilles tendinopathy to Achilles tendon rupture. As such, risk factors for both tendinopathy and rupture should be the same. Hereditary and medical risk factors for Achilles tendinopathy and Achilles tendon rupture are the same to a similar extent in a matched pair analysis. Matched pair study; level of evidence: 3. Recreational sportsmen as well as athletes on national level. 566 questionnaires were analysed. 310 subjects were allocated to 3 groups (A, B, C) after matching the pairs for age, weight, height and gender: (A) healthy Achilles tendons (n = 89, age 39 ± 11 years, BMI 25.1 ± 3.9, females 36%), (B) chronic Achilles tendinopathy (n = 161, age 41 ± 11 years, BMI 24.4 ± 3.7, females 34%), (C) acute Achilles tendon rupture (n = 60, age 40 ± 9 years, BMI 25.2 ± 3.2, females 27%). We found a positive family history of Achilles tendinopathy as a risk factor for Achilles tendinopathy (OR: 4.8, 95% CI: 1.1–21.4; p = 0.023), but not for Achilles tendon rupture (OR: 4.0, 95% CI 0.7–21.1, p = 0.118). Smoking and cardiac diseases had a lower incidence in Achilles tendinopathy than in healthy subjects (both p = 0.001), while cardiovascular medication did not change the risk profile. Identifying risk factors associated with Achilles tendon disorders has a high clinical relevance regarding the development and implementation of prevention strategies and programs. This cross-sectional study identified a positive family history as a significant solitary risk factor for Achilles tendinopathy, increasing the risk fivefold. However, in this matched pair analysis excluding age, weight, height and gender as risk factors no further factor necessarily increases the risk for either Achilles tendinopathy or Achilles tendon rupture.
Multimodal Dialogue for Ambient Intelligence and Smart Environments

Ambient Intelligence (AmI) and Smart Environments (SmE) are based on three foundations: ubiquitous computing, ubiquitous communication and intelligent adaptive interfaces [41]. This type of systems consists of a series of interconnected computing and sensing devices which surround the user pervasively in his environment and are invisible to him, providing a service that is dynamically adapted to the interaction context, so that users can naturally interact with the system and thus perceive it as intelligent. To ensure such a natural and intelligent interaction, it is necessary to provide an effective, easy, safe and transparent interaction between the user and the system. With this objective, as an attempt to enhance and ease human-to-computer interaction, in the last years there has been an increasing interest in simulating human-tohuman communication, employing the so-called multimodal dialogue systems [46]. These systems go beyond both the desktop metaphor and the traditional speech-only interfaces by incorporating several communication modalities, such as speech, gaze, gestures or facial expressions. Multimodal dialogue systems offer several advantages. Firstly, they can make use of automatic recognition techniques to sense the environment allowing the user to employ different input modalities, some of these technologies are automatic speech recognition [62], natural language processing [12], face location and tracking [77], gaze tracking [58], lipreading recognition [13], gesture recognition [39], and handwriting recognition [78].