bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
BEHIND THE KICK: UNDERSTANDING LOCAL FUTSAL SHOE CHOICES IN INDONESIA - A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY ON BRAND IMAGE, PRODUCT QUALITY, PRICE, AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Authors: Mukhammad Khasbiyash Shiddiqi  , Muchammad Saifuddin
Published: August 2023

This paper aims to evaluate the loyalty of Indonesian futsal players towards the Futsal Shoe product. The study investigates the effects of Brand Image, Product Quality, and Price on customer satisfaction and, subsequently, their loyalty. The research employs a quantitative approach, sourcing data from 210 participants. Statistical tests including path analysis, t-test, and Sobel test were utilized to validate hypotheses.The findings show that brand image, product quality, and price significantly influence customer satisfaction. Interestingly, while both brand image and product quality impact customer loyalty, price doesn't seem to have a direct influence on loyalty. However, the level of customer satisfaction was found to play a crucial role in driving customer loyalty. In conclusion, brand image, product quality, and price are important in shaping customer satisfaction with Futsal shoes, which in turn drives customer loyalty. The price, however, doesn't directly affect loyalty. Hence, the study recommends that companies should concentrate on enhancing brand image and product quality to boost customer satisfaction and loyalty.
PENTINGNYA MASYARAKAT MENGETAHUI TENTANG PENGUNAAN OBAT SEDIAAN KHUSUS
Authors: Rosita Melia Eka , Sari Eni Kartika
Published: August 2023

Pengetahuan tentang obat hendaknya dimiliki oleh seluruh masyarakat. Tingginya upaya pengobatan mandiri atau swamedikasi oleh masyarakat dapat menimbulkan risiko kesalahan penggunaan obat dan terapi tidak rasional. Peran apoteker terhadap pelayanan kefarmasian salah satunya konseling sehingga mampu meningkatkan kualitas hidup pasien. Masyarakat perlu mengetahui tentang cara penggunaan dan pemakaian penggunaan obat khususnya penggunaan obat-obat sediaan khusus, seperti salep mata, tetes mata, tetes telinga, suppositoria dan inhaler. Oleh karenanya penulis melakukan pengabdian kepada masyarakat tentang “pentingnya masyarakat mengetahui tentang penggunaan obat sediaan khusus.” Acara talkshow dilaksanakan pada 9 juli 2021 pukul 10.00 sampai selesai. Masyarakat yang mengikuti jalannya acara berperan aktif diskusi menyampaikan dan menanyakan beberapa hal yang berkaitan dengan materi yang disampaikan. Masyarakat menyampaikan setelah mengikuti acara yang diselenggarakan, jadi lebih paham tentang penggunaan sediaan khusus dan dikemudian hari jika mendapatkan obat tersebut tidak akan merasa kesulitan lagi dalam pemakaiannya.
TRAINING OF MAKING HERBAL TEA HEALTH BEVERAGES IN KOPANG KEBUN hamlet, KEMUNING LOR VILLAGE, JEMBER REGENCY
Authors: Hidayati Sholihatil
Published: August 2023

Dusun Kopang Kebun, Desa Kemuning Lor, Arjasa, Jember mempunyai banyak potensi sumber daya alam, salah satunya banyak tumbuh tanaman mangga arum manis. Tanaman ini telah banyak dimanfaatkan masyarakat secara empiris dalam mengobati beberapa penyakit. Oleh karena itu daun mangga arumanis sangat berpotensi untuk dikembangkan sebagai minuman kesehatan. Teh celup adalah sebutan untuk serbuk bunga, daun, biji, akar, atau buah kering yang dicelupkan/diseduh dalam air panas untuk membuat minuman. Walaupun disebut "teh", ramuan atau minuman ini tidak selalu mengandung daun dari tanaman teh. Pengembangan potensi daun mangga arumanis dipilih menjadi sediaan celup, sebab keuntungan metode pembuatan sediaan celup yang sederhana, murah, dan praktis. Hal ini juga menarik dan unik karena teh ini bukan terbuat dari daun teh melainkan tanaman mangga arumanis. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk: (1) memberi penyuluhan tentang tanaman daun mangga arumanis dan khasiatnya; (2) melatih keterampilan membuat teh celup; (3) melatih pengemasan teh celup; (4) melatih membuat label pada kemasan teh celup daun mangga arumanis. Bentuk sediaan minuman kesehatan teh celup mempunyai peluang untuk dikembangkan di Dusun Kopang Kebun melihat potensi sumber daya alam yang sangat melimpah. Teh celup daun mangga arumanis memiliki berbagai keunggulan diantaranya praktis, lebih tahan lama, menarik dan murah. Teh celup daun mangga arumanis  dikemas dalam wadah yang menarik dan dapat di pasarkan sehingga dapat memiliki nilai jual yang tinggi. Dengan demikian, pengembangan kegiatan pembuatan teh culup daun mangga arumanis diharapkan dapat dijadikan peluang usaha dalam rangka meningkatkan ekonomi keluarga.
EDUKASI RUMAH SEHAT TANPA ASAP ROKOK DI GAMPONG CEURIH KECAMATAN ULEE KARENG KOTA BANDA ACEH TAHUN 2022
Authors: Tahara dilla
Published: August 2023

ABSTRAK

 

Perokok pasif memiliki risiko gangguan kesehatan tiga kali lebih besar daripada perokok aktif. Di Banda Aceh, perokok di dalam ruangan tertutup sebesar 68, 37% dan asap rokok ini dihirup oleh perokok pasif. Upaya yang harus dilakukan berupa penyuluhan kesehatan. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk mengedukasi masyarakat mewujudkan rumah sehat tanpa asap rokok di gampong Ceurih Kota Banda Aceh. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini adalah pemaparan materi melalui power point sebagai sarana penyuluhan dan pembagian booklet edukasi rumah sehat tanpa asap rokok. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan di Meunasah gampong Ceurih yang diikuti oleh 20 orang masyrakat dari empat dusun (Pande meuh, Tgk dicot, Pusara habib, Podihagu) di gampong Ceurih. Tim PkM memberikan pre test sebelum kegiatan dimulai dan diakhir PkM dibagikan kuesioner post test dan bingkisan kepada peserta. Hasil kegiatan penyuluhan dan pembagian booklet dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan peserta dengan nilai post test (48±17.2) dan nilai pre test (25.1±4.1). Keaktifan peserta sebesar 100%. Penyuluhan kesehatan dan pembagian booklet dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan peserta dan mengedukasi untuk menciptakan rumah sehat tanpa asap rokok di gampong Ceurih. Selain itu kehadiran empat orang kepala dusun dapat menjadi motivator dan penggerak terwujudnya lingkungan sehat dengan udara bersih di gampong Ceurih.

 

Kata kunci : edukasi, rokok, penyuluhan

 

ABSTRACT

 

Passive smokers have three times the risk of health problems than active smokers. In Banda Aceh, 68.37% of smokers in a closed room are inhaled and this smoke is inhaled by passive smokers. Efforts must be made in the form of health education. The purpose of this activity is to educate the public to create a healthy house without cigarette smoke in the Ceurih village, Banda Aceh City. The method used in this activity is the presentation of material through power points as a means of counseling and distribution of healthy home education booklets without cigarette smoke. This activity was carried out at Meunasah gampong Ceurih which was attended by 20 people from four hamlets (Pande meuh, Tgk dicot, Pusara habib, Podihagu) in Ceurih village. The PkM team gave a pre-test before the start and at the end of the PkM distributed the post-test questionnaires and gifts to the participants. The results of the counseling and the distribution of booklet scores could increase participants' knowledge with the post-test (48±17.2) and pre-test scores (25.1±4.1). The activeness of participants is 100%. Health counseling and distribution booklets can increase participants' knowledge and educate them to create a smoke-free healthy home in the Ceurih village. In addition, the presence of four hamlet heads can be a motivator and mover for the realization of a healthy environment with clean air in the Ceurih village.

 

Keywords: education, cigarettes, counseling
EDUKASI MANFAAT DAUN SINGKONG DAN DAUN PEPAYA SERTA PELATIHAN PENGOLAHANNYA MENJADI DENDENG SEBAGAI PANGAN ALTERNATIF UNTUK MENGUATKAN IMUN
Authors: Syafitri Meyke Herina
Published: August 2023

Until now there is no specific treatment that has been proven to cure patients infected with the Covid-19 virus. The high number of positive confirmed cases of Covid-19 makes it is important to promote preventive efforts so as not to be infected with the virus. One thing that can be done is the fulfillment of nutrition, especially those that can support the immune system. Cassava leaves and papaya leaves have been shown to increase the immune response and reduce inflammation. The magnitude of the benefits possessed by cassava leaves and papaya leaves will be more felt by the community if they can be processed into a food that tastes good and is practical to serve. Based on this background, workshop is needed to process cassava leaves and papaya leaves turn into dendeng in order to support strengthening the family's immune system in the pandemic era. The training, which was conducted in the Kebonsari area of ??Surabaya, began with the providing of information using powerpoint and video media, followed by hands-on manufacturing practice. The dendeng produced is flat, has a soft texture, savory, and does not taste bitter. At the end of the event, an evaluation of the course of the training process was carried out through the provision of questionnaires. All participants stated that they were very satisfied with this activity and suggested that similar training could be carried out regularly in their neighborhood.
DAMPAK PENGAJARAN 1 TIMOTIUS 4:6-16 TERHADAPKETERLIBATAN PEMUDA DALAM PELAYANAN GEREJA DI GKII TANJUNG NANGA
Authors: Nurbaya Sastri Wasti  , Pujiati
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji bagaimana firman Tuhan yaitu ajaran 1 Timotius 4:6-16 dan dampaknya terhadap keterlibatan pemuda dalam kebaktian gereja di GKII Tanjung Nanga. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk membuktikan kebenaran hipotesis yang diajukan, diduga pengajaran 1 Timotius 4:6-16 berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keterlibatan pemuda dalam kebaktian gereja di GKII Tanjung Nanga. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian kuantitatif, berupa analisis asosiatif dengan pendekatan analisis data statistik. Populasi dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 62 orang, terdapat 32 sampel/responden berusia 18-30 tahun yang merupakan pemuda dan pemudi GKII Tanjung Nanga. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah SPSS ayat 16. Instrumen dalam penelitian ini menggunakan angket. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa, pengaruh pengajaran 1 Timotius 4:6-16 dan dampaknya terhadap keterlibatan pemuda dalam pelayanan, adalah 0,404 atau 40,4%. Sedangkan pengaruh antara variabel pengajaran 1 Timotius 4:6-16 terhadap keterlibatan pemuda dalam pelayanan, menunjukkan kategori pengaruh sedang. Berdasarkan temuan tersebut, perlu dikembangkan program lokakarya atau seminar reguler tentang bagaimana seharusnya pemuda terlibat dalam pelayanan, sehingga pemuda dapat diberdayakan dalam pelayanan yang akan datang.
PENGARUH PENGAJARAN FIRMAN TUHAN TENTANG KESUKSESAN MENURUT KITAB 2 TAWARIKH 20:1-32 TERHADAP PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER SISWA KELAS VIII SMP KRISTEN GRACI KLATEN.
Authors: Dekiman Morip  , LIe Agan
Published: August 2023

The title of this thesis is: The Effect of Teaching God's Word on Success according to the Book of 2 Chronicles 20:1-32 on the Character Building of the VIII th Graders of Gracia Christian Middle School, Klaten. Example is the basis of learning activities and when a Master in Jehoshaphat strengthens the area. God also blessed king Jehoshaphat. Jehoshaphat was a man who sought God through prayer, so God heard his prayer and saved him. From the enemy's attack using it, I am committed to worship as Jehoshaphat re-established true worship. The teacher has reduced the effectiveness of learning. So this role must be understood so that it can enrich the meaning of learning. Abstract is a brief description of the whole article or scientific paper, the contents of which contain four components, namely: (1) Problems and objectives; (2) the method used; (3) Results and Discussion; and (4) Conclusions and Suggestions. written in two languages, namely Indonesian and English. In addition, the abstract is written in one paragraph without footnotes or bibliography, one space, and contains a maximum of 250 words in Indonesian.
PENGARUH PEMURIDAN DALAM KELOMPOK KECIL TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN KARAKTER MAHASISWA KRISTEN
Authors: Yakobus Budi Prasaja  , Eka Setyaadi
Published: August 2023

Pemuridan sebagaimana diperintahkan oleh Yesus Kristus sebagai amanat besar belum sepenuhnya dipahami oleh setiap orang percaya atau gereja. Hal ini mengakibatkan gereja mengabaikan pemuridan sebagai hal terpenting dalam pelayanan, gereja terjebak dengan berbagai program pelayanan. Salah satu akibatnya adalah jemaat tidak mengalami pertumbuhan menuju kedewasaan rohani, termasuk pertumbuhan karakter sebagai salah satu aspeknya. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menunjukkan pengaruh pemuridan dalam kelompok kecil terhadap pertumbuhan karakter mahasiswa yang dilayani oleh Institut Perkantas Yogyakarta. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan metode korelasional dengan sampel siswa yang telah dilayani dalam pemuridan kelompok kecil.Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan nilai rata-rata karakter yang lebih tinggi sebesar 7,45 pada siswa setelah dimuridkan dibandingkan sebelum dimuridkan dalam kelompok kecil. Besarnya pengaruh pemuridan kelompok kecil terhadap pertumbuhan karakter siswa adalah 0,483 atau 48,3%, sedangkan 51,7% lainnya dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain. Dengan demikian hipotesis dalam penelitian ini yang menyatakan “ada pengaruh yang signifikan pemuridan dalam kelompok kecil terhadap pertumbuhan karakter siswa” diterima oleh hasil penelitian ini.
MODEL PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN UNTUK PELAYANAN PEMULIHAN KORBAN NAPZA DALAM LINGKUNGAN THERAPEUTIC COMMUNITY
Authors: Andreas Jonathan  , Ari Upu Telo  , Tabita Leiwakabessy
Published: August 2023

Berdasarkan permasalahan, bahwa di Yayasan IndoCharis Pengajaran PAK belum tersistimatis dalam bentuk yang terpola lewat kurikulum atau silabus. Bahan-bahan yang diberikan hanya dalam bentuk khotbah kepada klien. Dalam hal ini bimbingan spiritualitasnyapun nyaris terkilirkan oleh program-program TC yang dominan memakai kurikulum pemerintah. Maka tujuan dari penelitian karya ilmiah ini adalah memberikan gambaran dan masukan untuk mendesain pengajaran PAK secara sistimatis berdasarkan panduan yang terpola, untuk memudahkan dalam penyampaian bahan ajar kepada klien. Tujuan pendukungnya adalah mengintegrasikan pengajaran PAK ke dalam program TC untuk mengimplementasikan nilai-nilai firman Tuhan dan mengusulkan model Pelayanan PAK yang relevan berdasarkan data Analisa di lapangan.

                      Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian lapangan yang menghasilkan data kualitatif. Hasil penelitian kualitatif menunjukkan dan membuktikan bahwa prinsip-prinsip pengajaran yang sederhana dalam bentuk doa dan bimbingan, dampaknya memberikan kemajuan bagi pemulihan perubahan perilaku kearah yang lebih baik. Meskipun ada kekurangan dan kelemahan karena hal- hal negatif yang tidak bisa dipungkiri ada dalam diri setiap insan manusia, karena manusia tidak mampu bersikap dan berperilaku sesuai ukuran Allah. Adapunfaktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi ke arah perubahan yaitu: lingkungan, komunitas dan individu.
Tupo ja media
Authors: Reunanen Esa , Väliverronen Jari
Published: August 2023

Teoksessa kuvataan, millainen julkisen politikoinnin areena Helsingin Sanomissa rakentui kolmessa merkittävässä työmarkkinatapauksessa ja miten tämä areena tuki tai horjutti sopimusten syntyä ja osapuolten asemaa. Tarkasteltavina ovat vuonna 1968 solmittu Suomen ensimmäinen varsinainen tulopoliittinen sopimus (Liinamaa 1) sekä Esko Ahon ja Juha Sipilän hallitusten yritykset niin sanotuiksi ”yhteiskuntasopimuksiksi” vuosina 1991 ja 2015. Tutkimuksen kohteena olevista jutuista tunnistetaan muutoksia ja pysyvyyksiä, jotka liittyvät niin tulopolitiikan puhetapoihin, julkisen argumentoinnin tapoihin kuin median/journalismin toimintaan. Nämä sisällönanalyysin näkökulmat havainnollistavat kirjassa esitettäviä politiikan medioitumista koskevia teoreettisia ideoita. Päätöksenteon korporatistisia ja pluralistisia piirteitä analysoimalla kirja avaa näkymän siihen, miten hallituksen, työmarkkinajärjestöjen ja median suhde on eri vuosikymmeninä julkisuudessa asettunut.
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1 Johdanto2 Kilpailukykyä ja edunvalvontaa3 Kolmikanta avautuu julkisuuteen4 Referoinnista tarinointiin5 Talous- ja työmarkkinapolitiikan medioituminen kolmella vuosikymmenelläLähteetLiite 1: Aineistot, menetelmät ja reliabiliteetti
PENGARUH KUALITAS PELAYANAN DAN ETOS KERJA PEGAWAI TERHADAP KEPUASAN MASYARAKAT DESA SENGON KABUPATEN JOMBANG
Authors: Wahyuni Dwi
Published: August 2023

Pelayanan merupakan salah satu tugas penting yang tidak bisa diabaikan oleh pemerintah daerah, jika instansi tidak mengalami perubahan yang baik maka akan terjadi kemacetan, oleh karena itu diperlukannya perbaikan dengan perencanaan dan diberlangsungkannya standar pelayanan pada masyarakat yang sesuai dengan kewenangan yang sudah ditetapkan oleh pemerintah pusat kepada pemerintah daerah. Demikian pula dengan kualitas pelayanan yang diberikan oleh pegawai kantor Desa Sengon kepada masyarakatnya dalam mengurus surat-surat penting seperti SKTM, SKCK, SKU, Surat Keterangan Kelahiran menjadi sebuah hal yang menarik untuk diteliti. Adapun tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu (1) untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan pengaruh kualitas pelayanan terhadap kepuasan masyarakat; (2) untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan pengaruh etos kerja pegawai terhadap kepuasan masyarakat; (3) untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan pengaruh kualitas pelayanan dan etos kerja pegawai kantor desa terhadap kepuasan masyarakat. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan analisis regresi linier berganda. Sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan accidental sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) kualitas pelayanan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan masyarakat; (2) etos kerja pegawai berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan masyarakat; (3) kualitas pelayanan dan etos kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan masyarakat.
ANALISIS PENCATATAN PENYUSUTAN ASET TETAP PERALATAN DAN MESIN PADA DINAS PUPR KABUPATEN BONE BOLANGO
Authors: Mohamad Agnes Riska , Abdullah Julie , Hasan Wahyudin
Published: August 2023

Tujuan penelitian  ini adalah untuk menganalisis pencatatan penyusutan aset tetap peralatan dan mesin pada dinas pekerjaan umum dan penataan ruang kabupaten bone bolango. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif, dengan alat analisis menggunakan metode garis lurus  sebagai metode dalam menilai penyusutan aset tetap. Dari hasil analisis penyusutan yang dilakukan terlihat perbedaan nilai Penyusutan aset tetap menurut Dinas PUPR Bone Bolango dan PSAP 07. Selain itu, dalam menentukan nilai buku serta aktivitas perhitungan penyusutan aset  secara kelembagaan belum sesuai  dengan pernyataan standar akuntansi pemerintah nomor 07. Adapun untuk  penentuan masa manfaat aset tetap peralatan dan mesin telah sesuai dengan pernyataan standar akuntansi pemerintah nomor 07.
PHENOMENA OF WORK FROM HOME POLICY IN DEALING WITH THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Jauhari Mujahid Shiroth Rasyid , Jauhari Hanif Achmad Rasyid
Published: August 2023

This scientific paper discusses the phenomenon of public policy, namely the policy of working from home (Work From Home) due to the co-19 pandemic. The author's purpose in choosing this title is because the Covid-19 pandemic is not only about health problems or prolonged transmission of the virus which results in death, but also about service, physiological, communication, psychological problems, and the tendency to overuse gadgets. This policy that has been regulated by the government by working from home (Work From Home) is in order to reduce cases of contracting the Covid-19 virus and can reduce the death rate which continues to grow, other policies regulated by the government also require every citizen to take vaccinations. Of course the work from home policy has advantages and disadvantages in several aspects of life and work. This scientific work seeks to provide an analysis of the Work From Home phenomenon during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Covid-19 pandemic has brought major changes to all levels of society in various aspects, including the socio-cultural aspects. The Covid-19 pandemic forced restrictions on social activities between individuals, giving rise to habits that were different from their previous lives. In other words, this pandemic has given rise to a new societal culture to respond to existing policies of limiting social activities. The results of the author's analysis, the Covid-19 pandemic is still happening today.
THE INFLUENCE OF LEADERSHIP ON THE MANAGEMENT OF YAYASAN BAKTI ANAK SHALEH INSAN TELADAN
Authors: Sari Putri Purnama , Dedi Dedi
Published: August 2023

This study aims to analyze the influence of the Leadership of the Head of Foundation on the Management of the Bakti Anak Shaleh Insan Teladan Foundation (YABASIT). This research was cunducted at the YABASIT. Using a sample of 21 volunteers (employees) who work at the YABASIT, data was collected using a questionnaire and interviews (interviews). Based on the results of the regression calculation, it can be concluded that the coefficient value of variable influence of leadership is 4,051. The regression coefficient X of 0,883 states that for each additional value of the Leadership indicator, the Foundation Management indicator increases by 0,883. Based on the value of tcount = 9,088 > ttable = 2,093, so H0 is rejected and it can be conclude that there is a significant influencce of the Leadership of the Foundation on Foundation Management at the YABASIT.
IMPLEMENTATION OF NUISANCE PERMIT AND CONTROL POLICIES TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENT SERVICE AT THE BANDUNG CITY INTEGRATED SERVICE AND LICENSING AGENCY
Authors: Melati Dea , Sari Elen
Published: August 2023

Excellent service is one of the crucial issues in the implementation of regional autonomy in Indonesia. So far, public services still have a bad image in the eyes of the public. Service is considered so bureaucratic that it creates negative impressions and perceptions about bureaucracy. The notion that bureaucracy is irrational, wasteful, unproductive and trapped in ceremonial activities is actually more common in society. Based on the problems described above, this study aims to determine the effect of the implementation of the disturbance permit policy and control on the excellent service of the City of Bandung. The research method used is explanatory survey method. The variables of this study consist of the independent variables namely Policy Implementation and Control, while the dependent variable is Excellent Service. The data was obtained through employee and community respondents who took care of disturbance permits at the Bandung City Integrated Licensing Service Agency. Respondents were determined as many as 87 through the Likert Scale questionnaire questionnaire instrument. The results of data collection will be tested for validity and reliability using moment product correlation techniques and Alpha-Cronbach. The results of the study stated that there was a significant influence between variables. The results of the data prove that policy implementation and control of excellent service at the Bandung City Integrated Licensing Service Agency have a significant influence.
IMPROVING ENERGY USAGE IN COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS USING SIX SIGMA DMAIC
Authors: Kabuya Kanyinda , Olanrewaju Oludolapo Akanni , Lazarus Ian Joseph
Published: August 2023

This article describes the energy-saving measures in commercial buildings from different perspectives on energy saving in cities. In recent years, improving energy conservation in commercial buildings has become an issue of great importance for the financial well-being of organisations. The study uses the define-measure-analyze-improve-control (DMAIC) Six Sigma approach to identify the factors that contribute to increases in electricity consumption. With the increasing shortage of energy, two years’ worth of energy consumption data from a commercial building in South Africa was collected and analyzed using statistical tools. The research findings revealed that the boiler had the highest electricity consumption (38.33 per cent), followed by the kitchen (24.20 per cent) and the rest of the building (37.47 per cent). After applying the DMAIC process, it showed that the electricity consumption of the boiler could be reduced by 6 per cent during the improvement phase. Keywords: Six Sigma, DMAIC, Energy management, Energy consumption, Energy efficiency
PROJECT MANAGEMENT MATURITY AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUCCESS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Authors: Pretorius Suzaan , Steyn Herman , Bond-Barnard Taryn Jane
Published: August 2023

This paper explores whether organisations in a developing country have become more mature over time in their project management practices, and compares the current state to findings from a similar study conducted in 2010. It thus contributes to the scant literature on project management maturity in developing countries. Six hundred responses to a project management maturity questionnaire were used to investigate the perceived project management success of 9 389 projects. The results indicated that the perceived average project management maturity dropped from the 2010 value of 2.88 to 2.64 in 2020. Despite this, most of the projects surveyed were still perceived as successful. Keywords: Project management maturity, project management success, developing countries
INVESTIGATING THE TECHNOLOGICAL GROWTH OF THE DRONE INDUSTRY IN SOUTH AFRICA
Authors: Mokoena Quintin , Daniyan Ilesanmi , Mpofu Khumbulani , Abisuga Oluwayemisi
Published: August 2023

The regulation of drones is a huge challenge for most countries around the world. The regulation and application processes are as much a challenge in South Africa as they are elsewhere. The number of drones is growing at a rapid pace, and there is a need to improve the current status to benefit from the technology. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the South African drone industry and to propose recommendations to enhance drone technology in South Africa. The research design applied in this paper was qualitative. Data was collected by interviewing drone operators who were interested in participating in this study. This was done to understand the drone approval process in South Africa and the perceptions of drone operators. The results indicated that commercial drone operators are being negatively impacted by the drone approval structure in South Africa and that it is holding the industry back. Key factors affecting the existing drone approval structure were identified and used to propose the strategies for improvement. The findings in this study could assist stakeholders in the South African drone industry to make effective decisions and to formulate policies that would promote the technological growth of the industry. Keywords: Approval process, Drones, Regulation, Technological growth
APPLYING DEMATEL TO DISCUSS KEY FACTORS IN SHAPING ORGANISATIONAL CULTURE OF LEAN MANAGEMENT
Authors: Lu Mei-Ling , Fan Ping-Hsin
Published: August 2023

This study aimed to discuss the factors in shaping organisational culture when an organisation promotes lean management. It also aimed to explore which factors are critical among these factors. This study applied a survey questionnaire methodology, and obtained the consent of ten experts and scholars through purposive sampling. The survey was implemented by respondents completing the questionnaires themselves or through telephone interviews. The data were analysed by applying a decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory to understand the degree of causality and correlation between the criteria. According to the data analysis results, three dimensions – ‘Lean management has substantial benefits‘, ‘Prevent process waste‘, and ‘Implement lean management programmes and activities/methods and tools’ – had the highest degree of correlation; and three dimensions – ‘Lean management has substantial benefits‘, ‘Base your management decisions on a long-term philosophy‘, and ‘Prevent process waste’ – had the highest degree of causality. Together these dimensions formed the group of causes. However, the degree of causality of ‘Lean management has substantial benefits’ was far greater than that of the other dimensions. This indicated its significance and influence. The degree of causality of ‘Implement lean management programmes and activities/methods’ was far less than that of the other dimensions, indicating that this dimension was the effect and was influenced by the other five dimensions. Overall, ‘Lean management has substantial benefits’ was the most critical factor with the highest degree of causality and correlation. Regarding management implications, a business organisation must encourage its members to regard this dimension as the most critical element when it promotes and shapes the organisational culture of lean management.
Recognition, Description, and Variability of Spasticity in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis and Potential Barriers to Clinician-Patient Dialogue: Results From SEEN-MSS, a Large-Scale, Self-Reported Survey
Authors: Thrower Ben , Newsome Scott D. , Hendin Barry , Danese Sherry , Patterson Jenifer , Chinnapongse Robert
Published: August 2023

BACKGROUND:

The experience with spasticity varies among individuals with multiple sclerosis and spasticity (MSS), as they may not recognize it as spasticity or have the language to describe their symptoms. This can lead to potential delays in diagnosis and treatment.

METHODS:

Symptoms and Emotions Exploration Needed in Multiple Sclerosis Spasticity was an online survey completed by 1177 individuals with MSS in 2021. It sought to capture symptoms of spasticity, variability of symptoms, specific spasticity triggers, and how conversations with physicians were initiated.

RESULTS:

The mean age of the cohort was 56.8 years and it was 78% women. Prior to spasticity onset, 65% of respondents felt minimally prepared or unprepared for possibly developing spasticity and were unaware that spasticity manifests as part of MS. Eighty percent experienced spasticity daily, which was variable in severity and duration. Spasticity was triggered by a range of factors and 90% of those surveyed were unable to predict when it would occur or its severity. Day-to-day variability of spasticity prevented 65% of respondents from doing things they wished to do. Sixty percent were confused by their symptoms, not recognizing them as spasticity. Although 91% reported experiencing muscle spasms, only 69% used “muscle spasms” to describe their symptoms. Other descriptors included “muscle tightness,” “stiffness,” “cramping,” and “pain.” After recognizing spasticity, 78% proactively initiated discussions with their physicians, 52% wished they had done so sooner, and 42% delayed the conversation by up to or more than a year.

CONCLUSIONS:

Results emphasize the variable nature of spasticity and the lack of a common language to describe symptoms, underscoring the importance of education, earlier recognition, and customized treatments tailored to the severity and duration of spasticity symptoms.
Divkomponentu sistēmu izstrāde uz sililterminēto prepolimēru un epoksīdgrupas saturošo savienojumu bāzes, to mehānisko, adhezīvo un reoloģisko īpašību raksturošana
Authors:   , Bērziņš Ritvars
Published: August 2023

Promocijas darbā apkopoti svarīgākie pētījumi un informācija par adhezīvu un hermētiķu vēsturisko attīstību un lietojumu dažādās nozarēs. Aprakstītas dažādu sililterminēto prepolimēru un epoksīdu sveķu sintēzes metodes, reoloģiskās, mehāniskās un adhezīvās īpašības, kā arī lietošanas iespējas. Darba eksperimentālajā daļā izveidotas un pētītas sililterminētu prepolimēru un epoksīdsveķus saturošu divkomponentu kompozīciju modeļsistēmas, ko veido polimēru, katalizatoru un kompatibilizatoru maisījumi, kā arī reālas sistēmas, kas papildus satur plastifikatorus, pildvielas un citas piedevas (žāvēšanas aģents, adhēzijas promotors). Iegūtie rezultāti liecina, ka, izmantojot efektīvu kompatibilizatoru sistēmu, stiepes stiprību iespējams paaugstināt līdz pat 300 %.
Stitch, Stich and Stichomancy: Poetry by Other Means in Susan Howe’s
Spontaneous Particulars: The Telepathy of Archives
Authors: Partyka Jacek
Published: August 2023

Drawing on Marjorie Perloff’s concept of “unoriginal genius” as well as on the contextual framework provided by the works of Walter Benjamin, William S. Burroughs, and Dodie Bellamy, the article analyses Susan Howe’s Spontaneous Particulars: The Telepathy of Archives (2014), a printed version of a lecture, which, as is argued, not only offers an illuminating perspective on the notion of originality in contemporary poetics, but can, as such, be read as an instance of “poetry by other means.”
Sounding the Text: Susan Howe and David Grubbs’s Thiefth
Authors: Puglisi Floriana
Published: August 2023

This essay investigates the musico-poetic collaboration between Susan Howe and David Grubbs. Focusing on Thiefth (2005), the first of a CD series that collects Thorow (1987; 1990) and Melville’s Marginalia (1993), it examines the forms, effects, and implications of the two works’ remediation from printed to sonic product. At stake are notions of textuality and voice, as well as issues of margins and marginalization that Howe starts challenging on page. The shift from the written to the aural dimension does in fact intensify the poems’ antirepresentative and anti-narrative drive, extending Howe’s dismantling of the visual frames. As the poet’s selective, anti-expressivist and anti-performative reading increases her textual scattering and fragmentation, foregrounding the sonic and material aspects of language, so does Grubbs’s experimentation with music, sound, and voice manipulation through the use of audio reproduction technology. If the insertion of pre-recorded ambient sounds generates acoustic effects that match the polyvocality and simultaneity of Howe’s visual poems, music amplifies their inherent dissonance and release from the constraints of signification. This intricate web of sonorities does not only defy the authority, stability, and closure of the written texts. It develops an aesthetics of sound that augments Howe’s graphic experimentation and calls for a listening practice that might draw attention to the margins of history and society.
A Pilot Study of Chronic Disease Self-Management in a Homeless Population
Authors: Hulton Linda J. , Strang Sharon , Brooks Susan , Hostetter Maria
Published: August 2023

This pilot project developed, implemented, and evaluated the Stanford Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) with sheltered homeless adults (N=10). Participants demonstrated positive change in self-rated health, health distress, self-efficacy, exercise behaviors, and communication. The CDSMP may be effective with homeless clients if additional incentives are incorporated to overcome barriers to success.
The Importance of Intercultural Fluency in Developing Clinical Judgment
Authors: Peisachovich Eva H.
Published: August 2023

The concept of intercultural fluency emerged from the data analysis of a recent study that explored internationally educated nurses’ (IENs) experience and understanding of clinical judgment when engaged in a simulated clinical environment. I observed that one’s prior sociocultural experiences and subjectivity have significance in the context of nursing care and patient outcomes. Further, this subjectivity can facilitate the development of expertise, which is a significant factor that can support IENs’ transition to nursing practice.

In this context, intercultural fluency refers to a process that allows one to regress and progress on the continuum of novice to expert, as identified by Benner (1984). Benner’s model has been modified here to acknowledge that movement along the continuum is multidirectional and dependent on the social, cultural, or sociocultural context of a situation. The modified model illustrates that one may be a novice in one setting but an expert in another. The concept of intercultural fluency explains how one’s expertise can regress when one is in an unfamiliar situation or when one encounters cultural differences.

This paper provides potential approaches to apply the concept of intercultural fluency in both the education of IENs and the nursing profession.
Transition Supports for IENs in Workplace: Perspectives of IENs in Ontario
Authors: Khalili Hossein , Ramji Zubeida , Mitchell Jonelle , Raymond Gillian
Published: August 2023

There is a nation-wide concern about nursing shortages in Canada. The skills, expertise and experience brought by internationally educated nurses (IENs) are crucial for health human resources sustainability. However, there is a lack of consistency with transition/integration services in place for IENs.

An online survey was sent through email to members enrolled in CARE Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses’ bridge training program. The study findings revealed that the most recognized service offered to employed-IENs was ‘corporate orientation for all new staff’. IENs-specific orientation and buddy programs were the least recognized available initiatives. Majority of the respondents desire IEN-focused transition programs that can assist them with their professional growth and integration within the healthcare system.

CARE Centre with more than ten years’ experience working with IENs is developing a two-pronged Workplace Transition Program to empower IENs and to partner with employers in knowledge transfer activities resulting in greater capacity to facilitate integration of IENs into workplace.
Engaging Older Adults to Build Social Capital
Authors: Lunsford Beverly , Janes Danielle
Published: August 2023

Countries are considering the healthcare implications as the proportion of older adults increases, including rising healthcare costs and resources needed as more adults want to "age in place" or continue living in the community. More in home resources and support services will be needed for older adults to continue living independently at homes. Older adults are an incredibly untapped resource with a continuing need to contribute to society and a willingness to help others. Older adults are working longer than ever before, so they have the potential to build their own social capital for meeting the needs of aging colleagues. This paper will explore the changing demographics of older adults globally, examine the capacity and potential of older adults for providing in home resources and supportive services for other adults in needs, and discuss the health policy implications of engaging older adults to build social capital. Singapore will be used as an example for illustrating how building social capital among older adults could have a positive impact on older adults and Singaporean society.
“The Ultimate in Care”
Authors: Glab Bernadette
Published: August 2023

This study looked at the lived experiences of clinical nurse educators who work with undergraduate nursing students in a hospital setting. It employed a phenomenological approach to focus on nurses’ personal experiences of death and dying. In particular this paper examined how nurses perceive the way the experiences influences the way that they instruct their students Informal interviews with four nurses were audio taped and transcribed. Rich descriptions of emotions which emerged are discussed in detail. Data were analysed using the Colaizzi method of analysis and common themes were identified. They included remaining professional, Humanizing stories and teaching different levels of undergraduates. These themes were evaluated in terms of their value of meaning for students and the possible implication for clinical care. The literature examined relevant to the study has previously identified the importance of nurses knowing the meaning of end of life care; caring and empathy; student nurses’ perception and the need for student belongingness. The study has added to the field by identifying the importance of nurses sharing personal experiences to enhance student learning in this already difficult area of nursing.
Effects of Dietary Vitamin E Supplementation on Growth Performance, Body Composition of Golden Trevally, Gnathanodon speciosus
Authors: Do-Huu Hoang
Published: August 2023

Golden trevally, Gnathanodon speciosus is a new candidate for aquaculture in Viet Nam. This species has rapid growth, high market value, delectable flavour. Finding solutions to enhance production by promoting growth is necessary in golden trevally aquaculture. Vitamin E is one of the feed supplements which has proven the benefit on other aquaculture species but there has not been any study on golden trevally. Therefore, this experiment was designed to test the effect of vitamin E on the golden trevally, Gnathanodon speciosus. Three levels of vitamin E (50, 100, and 200 mg kg-1 diet) were supplemented to the basal diet (control diet). There was 4 diet treatments and 3 replicates for each treatment. The golden trevally (initial weight 7.63 g ± 0.13 (SEM)) were fed experimental diets for eight weeks. The growth performance and protein and lipid content of tissues were evaluated. At the end of the feeding trial (week 8), the presence of vitamin E in a fish's diet resulted in a significant increase in its growth rate (P < 0.05). The survival rate of fish fed diets containing 50 - 200 mg of vitamin E was substantially higher than that of control fish. In addition, protein and lipid levels in the flesh of golden trevally increased significantly as vitamin levels in their diets rose. For optimal growth and survival, it is recommended to supplement the diet of golden trevally with at least 50 mg of vitamin E per kilogramme. In conclusion, supplementing the diet with vitamin E improves growth, survival, and body composition in juveniles of this species. As this experiment is the first study on the effects of vitamin E on golden trevally, it is worthy of investigation.
Clinical Management of Odontogenic Keratocyst: Case Report and Integrative Literature Review
Authors: Fonseca-Silva Ângelo , Santos Carolina Carvalho de Oliveira , Fonseca-Silva Thiago
Published: August 2023

Introduction: The odontogenic keratocyst is a common odontogenic cyst which affects mainly the posterior region of the mandible.

Aims: The aim of this study was to discuss the clinical management of odontogenic keratocyst, based on a case report and an integrative literature review.

Case Report: A 34-year-old woman has visited the Oral Surgery Division with a complaint of alignment discomfort of her teeth. Radiographic examination showed a well-defined multi-focus radiolucent area in the left posterior region of the mandible with involvement of cortical lingual bone. The incisional biopsy was performed and the diagnosis of Odontogenic Keratocyst was confirmed. Conservative treatment with decompression management was accomplished. 11 months follow-up reveled considerable reduction in lesion size, bone neoformation and mandibular cortical bone consolidation.

Conclusion: Conservative or radical management of odontogenic keratocyst depends on several factors such as location and size of the lesion, involvement of nerves and vessels and bone destruction area. The choice of treatment must be discussed and defined for each case, aiming at the patient’s well-being and the case outcome.
Evaluation of Total Quality Management Practices on Organizational Performance of Wires and Cables Manufacturing Industries in Ondo State, Nigeria
Authors: Peter Ogundola Ilesanmi , Oluwasesan Adeoti Aderotimi
Published: August 2023

This research focused on the evaluation of total quality management on the organizational performance of Ondo state wire and cable manufacturing Industries. A case study of Denki Wire and Cable Nigeria Limited, Akure, Ondo State. The issue of poor quality of products is a major problem in the wire and cable manufacturing industries in Nigeria which can be averted by genuine quality management for enhancing product quality. The study aimed to evaluate the extent to which the principles of total quality management implemented and the impact of total quality management principles on organizational performance. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The study relied on primary data generated by administering a structured questionnaire. The study population comprised forty-five (45) respondents from Denki Wire and Cable Nigeria Limited, Akure..The entire population was used for the study, hence, sampling was not employed. Three experts validated the instruments and a reliability of 0.86 was obtained using mean and standard deviation in answering the two research questions. The hypotheses were also tested using a t-test at 0.05 level of significance. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled: “Total Quality Management on Organizational Performance Questionnaire” (TQMOPQ) developed by the researchers. The study relied on primary data which was generated through the administration of a structured questionnaire. The population of the study comprised of forty five (45) respondents from Denki wire and cable Nigeria limited. The result of the study shows that implementation of total quality management practices play an important role in enhancing organizational performance. In light of these findings, the following recommended were made all the total quality management principles must be implemented in order to achieve organization goal target, organization should see total quality management principle as a continuous project which should not be ignored, all staffs should join hand in the implementation of total quality management principle in the organization in order to achieve their goal target and satisfy its customers and management should engage in frequent training of employee in order to foster its quality attainment.