bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of Investment Diversification in Real Estate on the Financial Performance of Retirement Benefits Schemes in Kenya
Authors: Kenga Dominic , Banafa Abdulkadir , Ali Abdullah
Published: March 2024

Purpose: Prudence investment calls for investment diversification so as to subvert the tendon of subpar performances. The study investigated the effect of investment diversification in real estate on the financial performance of the retirement benefits schemes in Kenya. The study further investigated the moderating effect of the foreign exchange rate on the relationship between the independent and the dependent variable.

Methodology: The study embraced a descriptive research design and the study population constituted of 87 retirement benefits schemes. The stratified random sampling technique used resulted into having 72 units of analysis. Primary and secondary quantitative data were employed in this study. The primary data was collected using questionnaires, whereas the secondary data was collected via data observation schedules. Data analysis was through the regression model enshrined in the statistical package for social sciences version 20.

Findings: The hypothesis testing led to the rejection of H01, and H02. The rejection H01 confirmed that investment diversification in real estate has a significant positive effect on the financial performance of the retirement benefits schemes in Kenya. The rejection of H02 confirmed that foreign exchange rate has a significant positive moderating effect on the relationship between investment diversification in real estate and the financial performance of the retirement benefits schemes in Kenya.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study supported the Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) which advocates for investors to build optimal investment portfolios out of the risky assets at their disposal through diversification so as to arrive at an optimal investment portfolio. The concept of investment diversification is essential since it presents investors with an opportunity of not losing everything, since when one asset within their portfolio fails, the loss may be borne by the other assets within the same investment portfolio which will have posted positive returns on investment. The study recommends that the retirement benefits authority should devise policies which support investment diversification in the retirement benefits schemes.
Analyzing the Role of Melodic Contours in Music Therapy for ADHD Therapeutic Interventions
Authors: Kim Samuel , Wheeler Danielle
Published: March 2024

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders affecting children; it impacts their academic growth, social habits, as well as daily lifestyle routines. This review aims to explore using melodic contours as a possible therapeutic intervention for those affected with ADHD. Melodic contour refers to the shape of a musical melody, encompassed by various aspects such as the rise and fall of a pitch, the direction of melodic movement, and the overall pattern of the melody. Music therapy has shown promise as a form of treatment for individuals affected by neuropsychological behaviors such as ADHD. The use of melodic contours is a specific technique in music therapy that can be used to target patients’ attention, impulsivity, and emotional regulation. This review explores the theoretical background of melodic contours and their potential therapeutic benefits, though it warrants further research into clinical trials to test the effectiveness of using specific melodic contours for ADHD treatment.
Using Behavioural Economics to Explain Substance Abuse Among Indian Adolescents
Authors: Bhatt Ayaan , Desai Avani
Published: March 2024

Understanding the behavioural factors that influence adolescent risky behaviour including substance abuse in India is critical for government agencies and organisations working to combat the now upsurging problem caused by substance use amongst adolescents. The objective of this study is to find out the behavioural biases that influence risky behaviour, including substance abuse among adolescents in India. An exploratory factor analysis is conducted on the responses of 682 teenage respondents from a close-ended questionnaire administered electronically in five schools in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The Bandwagon Effect, Hard Easy Effect, Optimism Bias, Sunk Cost Fallacy, Social Norms, Disposition Effect, Illusion of Validity, and Availability Heuristic emerged as the factors most affecting the risky behaviour of adolescents including substance abuse. The findings of this research can be used to develop effective interventions to mitigate the effect of these biases on adolescent substance abuse and other risky behaviours. This study enriches the behavioural economics literature by focusing on teenage substance abuse, filling a critical research gap, and providing valuable insights for public health interventions. It also provides benchmarks for future research and policy-making in behavioural economics.
Het ‘Clinical Ethics Support Team’ van het Brugmann-ziekenhuis
Authors: Hélin V. , Locoge T. , Meuris C.
Published: March 2024

The ‘Clinical Ethics Support Team’ of the Brugmann Hospital

Helping people to make decisions and reflect on ethically difficult situations (on a case-by-case basis) is not (any longer) a part of the mission of hospital ethics committees in Belgium.

However, there is a real need for such a tool in the field.

Driven by a multidisciplinary group of professionals, the Brugmann Hospital (Belgium) has set up a protocolized system to support healthcare teams experiencing ethical tensions in a given care situation. The Clinical Ethics Support Team (CEST) consists of healthcare professionals, non-healthcare professionals and patients, all of whom have been trained in the methodology. CEST can be called upon by any member of the institution, under certain conditions. In this context, CEST helps professionals to identify and disentangle the issues, values and principles at stake in a given situation so that they can see the decision-making process they are involved in more clearly and so that they can make choices in a more enlightened and peaceful manner. By virtue of its existence and the guidance it offers, CEST helps to make a critical and reflective professional culture effective, contributes to the roll-out of high-quality decision-making processes and makes it possible to offer more appropriate care thanks to the consistency and embeddedness of the guidance it aims to promote.
Skala Usaha dan Karakteristik Peternak Kambing Perah Rakyat yang Dipelihara Secara Intensif di Kecamatan Turi Kabupaten Sleman
Authors: Ajat Sudrajat  , Maria Ermelinda Bhoki  , Gallusia Marhaeny Nur Isty
Published: March 2024

Latar belakang: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui skala usaha dan karakteristik peternak kambing perah di Kecamatan Turi Kabupaten Sleman. Penelitian ini masih jarang dilakukan di Kecamatan Turi, sehingga perlu dilakukan penelitian untuk memperoleh data dan informasi untuk memecahkan permasalahan peternak kambing perah.

Metode: Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada tanggal 25 Oktober sampai 30 November 2023. Materi  penelitian adalah peternak kambing perah yang memiliki pengalaman beternak lebih dari 2 tahun sebanyak 55 peternak. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode survey. Variabel dalam penelitian ini meliputi umur, pendidikan, jumlah anggota keluarga, pengalaman beternak, pekerjaan, tujuan beternak dan skala usaha peternakan. Data dianalisis secara deskriptif.

Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan rata-rata umur peternak 45 tahun, rata-rata lama berternak 12 tahun, tingkat pendidikan peternak tamatan SD 16,4%, SMP 3,6%, SMA/SMK 80,0%, rata-rata jumlah anggota keluarga 4,5 orang, pekerjaan utama peternak sebagai buruh sebanyak 1,8%, petani 40,0%, wiraswasta 5,5%, pegawai swasta 9,1%, dan sebagai peternak 43,6%, tujuan beternak sebagian besar hanya untuk usaha sampingan sebanyak 60,0%, untuk usaha pokok sebanyak 40,0%, dan skala kepemilikan ternak terbagi menjadi tiga yakni skala kecil < 30 ekor sebanyak 60%, skala mengegah 30-60 ekor sebanyak 38,2%dan skala besar >60 sebanyak 1,8%.

Kesimpulan: Disimpulkan bahwa skala usaha kambing perah di peternakan rakyat Kecamatan Turi mayoritas <30 ekor, dengan rerata umur 45 tahun, memiliki pengalaman rata-rata 12 tahun, mayoritas memiliki pendidikan sekolah menengah atas/kejuruan, serta mayoritas peternak mengusahakan kambing perah sebagai usaha sampingan.
Evaluasi Penyuluhan Penggunaan Photosynthetic Bacteria (PSB) pada Tanaman Sawi (Brassica juncea L.) Di Kelurahan Anday Kabupaten Manokwari Selatan
Authors: Benang Purwanto  , Susan Carolina Labatar  , Feybiola Gaby Gabriela Lontoh
Published: March 2024

Latar belakang: Pemanfaatan photosynthetic bacteria (PSB) atau bakteri fotosintesis dapat menjadi solusi untuk meningkatkan hasil tanaman sayuran dengan meningkatkan efisiensi proses fotosintesis. Petani belum banyak yang menggunakan PSB tersebut sehingga perlu dilakukan penyuluhan dan pengukuran tingkat pengetahuan dan efektivitas penyuluhan. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui tingkat pengetahuan dan keterampilan petani serta efektivitas penyuluhan tentang penggunaan bakteri fotosintetik pada tanaman sawi (Brassica juncea L.) di Kelurahan Anday Manokwari Selatan.

Metode: Rancangan penyuluhan menggunakan metode kelompok dengan teknik penyuluhan yaitu ceramah, diskusi dan melakukan demonstrasi cara pembuatan photosynthetic bacteria (PSB). Media yang digunakan yaitu peta singkap dan bahan baku untuk demonstrasi cara pembuatan untuk memperjelas materi yang disampaikan. Pengambilan sampel dalam penelitian ini dilakukan dengan teknik accidental sampling atau dilakukan tanpa sengaja pada saat bertemu petani tanaman sawi di lapangan. Sampel yang diambil yaitu petani anggota kelompok Anday Maju berjumlah 20 orang. Analisis data yang digunakan yaitu deskriptif kuantitatif.

Hasil: Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terjadi peningkatan pengetahuan terhadap responden dengan nilai rata-rata tes awal (pre test) 50,25 poin, berada pada kategori sedang dan tes akhir (post test) dengan nilai rata-rata 72,5 poin, berada pada kategori tinggi. Evaluasi tingkat keterampilan petani dengan nilai rata-rata 13,6 poin berada pada kategori terampil. Efektivitas peningkatan pengetahuan pada aspek pengetahuan memperoleh presentase 89,89% berada pada kategori efektif.

Kesimpulan:  Diperoleh peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan petani di Kelurahan Anday terhadap penggunaan bakteri fotosintetik pada tanaman sawi (Brassica juncea L.) yang berarti bahwa petani memahami penggunaan PSB.
Transformasi Penyuluhan Pertanian Menuju Society 5.0: Analisis Peran Teknologi Informasi dan Komunikasi
Authors: Triman Tapi  , Mikhael  , Yohanis Yan Makabori
Published: March 2024

Latar belakang: Penyuluhan pertanian memegang peranan penting dalam mendorong pertanian menuju masa depan yang cerdas dan berkelanjutan sesuai dengan Society 5.0. Berperan sebagai penghubung antara penelitian dan implementasi di lapangan, salah satu tugas penyuluh adalah memperkenalkan inovasi teknologi kepada petani. Makalah ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan peran teknologi informasi dan komunikasi (TIK) dalam transformasi penyuluhan pertanian menuju Society 5.0, dengan fokus pada pengembangan pertanian cerdas dan berkelanjutan.   

Metode: Metode review jurnal digunakan mengkaji tema utama transformasi penyuluhan pertanian menuju Society 5.0. Studi terhadap jurnal ilmiah diperoleh dari database jurnal Scopus, Web of Science, dan Google Scholar. Kriteria inklusi untuk pemilihan jurnal adalah publikasi yang fokus pada penerapan TIK dalam penyuluhan pertanian, khususnya konsep Society 5.0. Publikasi yang dipilih adalah artikel yang terbit dalam rentang waktu lima tahun terakhir untuk memastikan relevansi dan aktualitas data.

Hasil: Terdapat kesepahaman pandangan yang sama pada beberapa kajian literatur jurnal yang terpublikasi terkait Penyuluhan pertanian di era society 5.0. Penyuluhan pertanian memerlukan transformasi paradigma, kapasitas, dan teknologi yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan dan tantangan zaman. Penyuluhan pertanian di era society 5.0 harus mengintegrasikan aspek teknologi, manusia, dan lingkungan dalam menciptakan inovasi dan solusi pertanian yang berdampak positif bagi petani dan semua pelaku di sektor pertanian. Transformasi penyuluhan pertanian memerlukan respons strategis terhadap kebutuhan akan pendekatan yang lebih dinamis, inovatif, dan inklusif. Penyuluh Pertanian dituntut menggunakan berbagai metode penyuluhan, untuk meningkatkan pemahaman petani tentang teknologi baru. Penyuluh tidak hanya sebagai penghubung informasi dan sumber daya, tetapi juga sebagai katalis untuk adopsi teknologi yang dapat mengubah sektor pertanian menjadi lebih efisien dan resiliensi.

Kesimpulan: Dalam rangka mencapai visi Society 5.0 dalam konteks pertanian, teknologi informasi dan komunikasi (TIK) memiliki peran krusial dalam memfasilitasi transformasi penyuluhan pertanian menuju pertanian yang cerdas dan berkelanjutan. Investasi berkelanjutan dalam pengembangan TIK dan pelatihan penyuluh menjadi hal yang sangat penting, dan untuk mencapainya, dukungan dari pemerintah, akses terhadap teknologi terbaru, serta kerjasama antara institusi pendidikan, penelitian, dan industri sangatlah diperlukan. Dengan demikian, melalui upaya kolaboratif ini, dapat diharapkan bahwa solusi-solusi yang relevan secara lokal dapat dikembangkan untuk mewujudkan visi pertanian yang adaptif dan berkelanjutan dalam era Society 5.0
Kontribusi Keluarga Dalam Prediksi Mahasiswa Lulus Tepat Waktu Menggunakan Model Support Vector Machine
Authors: Wijiyanto Wijiyanto , Sopingi Sopingi
Published: March 2024

Keluarga mempunyai peranan penting terhadap keberhasilan anggotanya yang menempuh perkuliahan di kampus dalam rangka dapat menyelesaikan pendidikan secara tepat waktu. Kontribusi data keluarga ini perlu untuk di tindaklanjuti lebih mendalam lagi dalam rangka untuk mengetahui seberapa besar pengaruhnya terhadap prediksi yang dilakukan. Data yang digunakan berasal dari lulusan mahasiswa tahun 2023 sebanyak 365 record, data dipisah untuk pelatihan dan pengujian dengan perbandingan 50%. Selanjutnya data pelatihan diinputkan ke dalam tahap pelatihan menggunakan model support vector machine (SVM) menggunakan kernel “linier”. Setelah model terbentuk data pengujian dimasukkan ke dalam tahap pengujian yang evaluasinya menggunakan confusion matrix untuk memperoleh nilai akurasinya. Dari hasil evaluasi yang dilakukan diperoleh nilai accuracy sebesar 0.86, nilai precision sebesar 0.86, nilai recall sebesar 0.99 dan nilai F1-score sebesar 0.92. hasil evaluasi menunjukkan bahwa model SVM mempunyai keakuratan yang baik sehingga, Fakultas Ilmu Komputer Universitas Duta Bangsa Surakarta dapat menerapkanya dalam meramalkan apakah seorang mahasiswa akan lulus tepat waktu atau tidak, sehingga memungkinkan untuk melakukan antisipasi yang lebih tepat.
Bumdes Loan And Payment Apllication At The Bandar Telu Plantation Village Office Is Website-Based
Authors: Awaliyana Qurani , Ikhwan Ali
Published: March 2024

The aim of this research is to obtain a lending and payment application that can be applied to the Bandar Telu Plantation BUMDes. This research uses the RnD research method and the Waterfall development method. Data collection was carried out by means of observation, interviews and literature study. This results of this research show that BUMDes was established to help the community meet their needs by borrowing from the community. The websote-based application for borrowing and payment for the BUMDes Plantation Village in Bandar Telu produces an application that can be accessed by administrators or members. Where the management uses a website based system, and members use a mobile-based system that can be accessed via the internet and applications. With this application, it can make it easier for administrators and members to obtain information about ongoing loans and payments, so that there is no longer a need for general ledger recapitulation which is at risk of errors in calculating interest or accumulating the amount of members bills.
Assessing 360-Degree Guided Virtual Tour Video as a Viable Tourism Destination Marketing Tool: An Affective Appraisal Theory Approach
Authors: Ngelambong Anderson , Abdullah Dahlan , Ahmat Nur’ Hidayah Che , Ismail Wan Rusni Wan , Handajani Sri , Nurlaela Luthfiyah
Published: March 2024

Due to the intense competition, tourism destinations confront greater challenges with marketing, branding, and positioning. Although virtual tours are increasingly viewed as a potential innovative marketing tool to attract tourists worldwide, empirical research in this area is rather limited. The study examines consumers’ affective appraisals of 360-degree video virtual tours of tourism destinations. A qualitative content analysis was employed in which YouTube’s 360-degree guided virtual tour video with 90 comments of 1,087 total words was analyzed. Using the Voyant Tool software, the study found that viewers generally have a positive sentiment toward the 360-degree guided virtual video tourism destination. This positive sentiment indicates the potential success of 360-degree video-guided virtual tourism destinations in providing a satisfying and immersive experience for the audience. Practically, the study offers valuable insights for destination marketing organizations to leverage on a 360-degree guided virtual tour video. Theoretically, the study contributes to the virtual tourism literature by extending the application of affective appraisal theory to the destination marketing domain. Further empirical work is suggested to validate and support the current study’s findings.
Relationship between Education Sponsorship and Brand Equity amongst Beverage Companies in Nairobi City County
Authors: Muchira Gatana Michael , Maore Stephen , Muriithi Simon
Published: March 2024

Global competition has called for companies to be more innovative in the way they position their brand to achieve a competitive edge. Therefore, companies have adopted more non-traditional ways to showcase their products each more audiences as possible, one of the innovative ways of marketing that have gained more attraction among corporate marketers is corporate sponsorship. Marketers have found corporate sponsorship to be more effective in creating brand awareness and re-shaping brand attitudes amongst prospective customers. The purpose of the current study was to investigate the relationship between corporate sponsorship and brand equity among beverage companies in Nairobi County. The specific objectives of the study were to establish the relationship between education sponsorship and brand equity amongst beverage companies in Nairobi City County. The study involved 237 public relations and marketing managers in 10 beverage companies sponsoring different education. Sampling for the study was conducted through a stratified random sampling technique. Data for the study was collected using questionnaires that were administered physically as well as online. Collected data was analyzed through descriptive and inferential analysis. Descriptive statistics included: mean, frequency, percentage, and standard deviation. Inferential analysis on the other hand included correlation as well as regression analysis. Education sponsorship and Brand Equity revealed a β= 0.254, t= 2.566, and a p-value of 0.012. The study concluded that education sponsorship had a positive and significant relationship with brand equity. Public relations managers and marketing managers need to identify needy and also bright students in society who are enrolled in schools by giving them scholarships to boost their corporate image.
The Obscure Nature of Plea Bargaining in Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Crimes in Uganda: The Accused-Victims’ impugned Right to A Fair Hearing
Authors: Kisekka Dr Nakibuule Gladys
Published: March 2024

The Uganda Plea Bargain Rules [the Rules] allow victims to participate in plea negotiations, which aligns with the international principle of the need to capture the victims’ voices in decision-making.[1] Victim participation can be from two viewpoints: the complainants as victims and the accused as both victims and perpetrators. The paper underscores the latter victims’ concerns, arguing that the accused can also be victims of the same offences they commit, orchestrated by domestic violence, in several ways: as victims of an act(s) of violence from their partners—the primary complainants (or victims) in their charges; or as victims of violence orchestrated by their partners, which cascades to their innocent loved ones—also as primary (or victims) in their charges, but regarding this category, some die or are affected immensely. These accused, as victims, have a high propensity to plea bargain in self-conviction, to come to terms with the reality of their offences, irrespective of guilt, involuntarily, equivocally, when not well-informed, and when their convictions are not fully factual-based; contravening the international standards of a plea bargain. This lapse fundamentally flaws their right to a fair hearing as this paper highlights. In a case study of Uganda’s High Court bargained trials from 2014 to 2021 entitled: An Accused’s Self-Conviction to End Trial? Plea Bargaining and the Right to A Fair Hearing in Uganda,[2] analysis of 66 convicts (45 men and 21 women) narratives revealed that 20 (30.3 %) conflicted with the law after domestic related squabbles. They wrangled with either a wife, girlfriend, boyfriend, father of their children or husband. Seventeen (85%) were later charged with egregious offences, mostly murders, stemming from these situations, with the majority having a history of a cycle of violence. They all plea bargained, regardless of gender or literacy levels. Gender-related roles and spaces compelled mothers to plea bargain as nurturers and fathers to plea bargain as family heads, irrespective of guilt. Justice Actors seem blind to the causes that compel such accused victims into criminality. This paper suggests reforms towards their protection, calling for the courts thorough inquiries to justify their convictions.
Relationship Between Credit Management and Financial Performance of Listed Banks in Oman.
Authors: AL-Nabhani Rahil Salim , AL- Alwi Rusl Khamis , AL-Zadjali Saja Samir , Sadriwala Dr. Nuzhat
Published: March 2024

Throughout the past few years, credit management and bank financial performance have become hot topics among accounting researchers. Studies from industrialized nations have contributed to the growing body of literature on these topics, though this may not be entirely accurate in the case of emerging economies. Thus, the study looked at how the Sultanate of Oman’s chosen listed banks’ credit management and financial performance related to each other. Data from selected listed banks in the Sultanate of Oman’s annual reports and websites were generated. According to the study’s findings, bank profitability declined between 2018 and 2022 because of declining interest margins and a poor correlation between credit management and financial performance in banks with Omani listings. The analysis also found that, because of the company’s inability to repay loans, earnings declined between 2018 and 2022, resulting in a slight increase in total assets. As a result, the study concludes that the financial pattern across the banks in the bank sample seems to be inconsistent. Also, the data was analysed with help of statical tools like Excel, Dot CSV and smart PLS 3.0. Correlations and regression analysis was to establish relationship between independent and dependent variable. There has been significant relationship between Return on Asset and Credit management
Specifics of the project’s website in the field of cultural initiatives
Authors:   Siberian Federal University, Russia, Voroshilova A.A.
Published: March 2024

The article discusses the specifics of Web site of the project in the field of cultural initiatives. An example of the developed site is presented. The basic principles and requirements for the project's Web site are considered. The examples of successful Web sites of projects in the field of cultural initiatives are given. Creating an effective Web site for a cultural initiative project is an important step towards successful project implementation. It allows one to attract the attention of a wide audience, establish contact with potential partners and sponsors. It also provides information support for the project.
Comparative Analysis of Electric Charging and Hydrogen Refueling Stations
Authors:   Kazan State Power Engineering University, Russia, Gainutdinova D.F.
Published: March 2024

The article addresses the issues of transitioning to alternative fuel sources to reduce the environmental impact of transportation. The main focus is on analyzing the opportunities and risks associated with integrating clean transport solutions, including electric and hydrogen-fueled vehicles. Current obstacles such as infrastructural limitations, economic barriers, and technological challenges are critically examined, which need to be overcome to achieve a sustainable energy transition. A comparative analysis of battery electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell passenger cars is conducted, identifying factors that influence the choice of future fuel, and suggestions are made for accelerating the transition to eco-friendly transport.
Motivation as a personal resource for professional well-being of employees of the penitentiary system
Authors:   Far Eastern State Transport University, Russia, Lubitskaya O.A
Published: March 2024

In the article the author discusses professional well-being as a specific type of human’s well-being. The psychological content and scheme of research analysis of the components of professional well-being of employees of the penitentiary system were revealed. Indicators of professional well-being / ill-being in terms of psychophysiological, emotional-evaluative, value-semantic and motivational components has been recorded. The hierarchy and correlation of motives for work activity has been analyzed. Based on the results of the correlation analysis, it is shown that internal and social motives are personal resources for the professional well-being of employees of the penitentiary system, external motives correlate with indicators of professional ill-being.
Malicious information on the Internet and the fight against it
Authors:   Samara state technical university, Russia, Ahmed T.R.
Published: March 2024

The paper provides an assessment of malicious information distributed on the global Internet under the guise of fake news. The objectives of the work on the detection of malicious information have been defined. The types of malicious information related to fake news and ways of spreading fake news are considered. The negative effect of the spread of malicious information is shown, which consists in destructive behaviors of a person with distorted information. Conclusions have been drawn about the need to develop ways to recognize fake news and inform Internet users about it. Based on the considered developments in the field of combating malicious information, a new way is proposed to inform users of information resources about the presence of suspicious information in the content. The verification of information resources for the presence of malicious content is checked using artificial intelligence methods and algorithms, big data consisting in comparing information with primary sources, linguistic text processing, etc. This method allows the user of information resources to independently judge the quality of the information offered by them.
Formalization of conditions for the feasibility and admissibility of subnets in GERT network models
Authors:   Krasnoyarsk State Agrarian University, Krasnoyarsk, Russia, Podoplelova V.A. ,   Sochi State University, Sochi, Russia
Published: March 2024

The article, within the framework of the K. Neuman notation, proposes a formalization of the conditions for the feasibility and admissibility of subnets in GERT network models. A number of conditions have been formulated that the subnetwork must meet. Taking into account the entered conditions and rules, using GERT-like nodal logic, the executability of the subnet is ensured, for which, if necessary, additional “fictitious” activity is introduced on the arc (using auxiliary nodes). The proposed approach makes it possible to perform graphic-analytical modeling of modern information, technological, transport and production systems, the processes in which are characterized by nesting of cycles at many structural levels.
Analysis of the efficiency of UAV transport and technological cycle operations
Authors:   Krasnoyarsk State Agrarian University, Krasnoyarsk, Russia, Kovalev D.I.
Published: March 2024

When using UAVs in the agricultural industry, an urgent task is to analyze the efficiency of UAV transport and technological cycle (TTC) operations. Research related to the analysis of the influence of operating parameters of spraying UAVs on droplet deposition and the biological effectiveness of pesticide use reflects the indirect influence of these characteristics on the implementation of transport and technological cycles of agricultural UAVs. The paper presents a description of four typical UAVs used for plant protection in precision agriculture in China, their main technical parameters are given, and the flight parameters of the UAV during field tests are presented. The results of the analysis of the efficiency of operations of the UAV transport and technological cycle include the percentage of time operating costs of the UAV TTC. The presented analysis showed the need for work to further improve the efficiency of UAVs to achieve satisfactory results.
Perbandingan Metode Naïve Bayes Dan Decision Tree C4.5 untuk Analisis Sentimen Produk Es Teh Indonesia di Media Sosial Twitter
Authors: Rachmat Hidayat Rachmat Hidayat
Published: March 2024

Abstrak— Penelitian ini membandingkan metode Naive Bayes dan Decision Tree dalam analisis sentimen produk Es Teh Indonesia di media sosial Twitter. Analisis sentimen digunakan untuk memahami opini pengguna terhadap produk atau layanan. Meskipun kedua metode tersebut telah banyak digunakan dalam analisis sentimen, belum ada penelitian khusus yang membandingkannya untuk produk es teh Indonesia di Twitter. Data penelitian dikumpulkan melalui web scraping dari Twitter, dengan mencari tweet yang mengandung kata kunci terkait es teh Indonesia. Setiap tweet diberi label sentimen positif dan negatif berdasarkan konteks dan emosi yang terkandung di dalamnya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa model algoritma Decision Tree C4.5 dengan memiliki tingkat akurasi yang lebih tinggi dengan tingkat akurasi sebesar 71.96% dan Naïve Bayes dengan tingkat akurasi sebesar 66.11% sehingga terbukti nilai akurasi Decision Tree C4.5 lebih baik daripada nilai akurasi Naïve Bayes dalam melakukan analisis sentimen. Kemudian hasil analisis sentimen terhadap Produk es teh indonesia menunjukkan kecenderungan pelanggan merespon negatif dengan dengan jumlah sentimen negatif 143 dan sentimen positif 28.
The Evolution of Workplace Diversity and its Impact on Organizational Success: A Comprehensive Examination of Diversity Management Strategies
Authors: Radha P. , Aithal P. S.
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The manufacturing industry in India is one of the largest sectors and it is continuously attaining growth and development. As focused by the NMCC (National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council, it is put to contribute 25% to the GDP by the year 2025 compared to the recent share of almost 16%. Particularly, the industry contributed 66% to the exports of the nation in FY11 and has been reinforcing at a CAGR of 20% in the past five years. Manufacturing holds a major position in the economy of the country, India, reporting for almost 16% of actual GDP in FY12 and employing nearly 12% of the labour force of India. The growth and development in the industry have been matching a very strong rate in the whole growth and development of the GDP in the past few years (India Brand Equity Foundation, n.d). At present, India is the biggest producer of chemical products, basic metals, textiles, pharmaceuticals, electrical machinery, and general machinery and equipment.
Design: This research adopted the conceptual research by using a descriptive research design. Secondary data has been collected and analyzed to find out the factors affecting the manufacturing
industry. This will help them to cope with the work environment and to effectively handle different situations.
Findings: The findings from studies on Leveraging a comprehensive exploration, study delves into the profound impact of Human Resource Management (HRM) on Enterprise Performance in the Manufacturing Sector. Findings illuminate HRM's pivotal role in shaping Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), demonstrating a direct correlation between strategic HR practices and heightened organizational effectiveness. The research underscores the nuanced ways in which HRM practices contribute to enhanced productivity, workforce engagement, and overall operational efficiency within manufacturing enterprises. As organizations align HR strategies with EPM goals, the symbiotic relationship emerges as a critical catalyst for sustained growth and success in the dynamic manufacturing landscape.
Originality/Value: This study includes a detailed analysis of the Evolution of Workplace Diversity and its Impact on Organizational Success: A Comprehensive Examination of Diversity Management Strategies
Paper type: Conceptual Research
Yeni Medya Ortamında Kanvas Tabloların Yapısöküm Okuması Üzerine Bir İnceleme
Authors: Birol Murat
Published: March 2024

Yeni medya ortamının sunmuş olduğu eğlence kültürleri çeşitli alanlara yöneliktir. Bu alanlardan biri de görsel sanatlar ve teknolojinin bir araya geldiği resim sanatıdır. Resim sanatının dijital ekranlarda kaybolan dokusu, sanatı biricik yapısından çıkardığı kadar mizahi yollarla yapılan çeşitlilik üzerinden onu basite indirgemiştir. Postmodern okumalar yapıldığında disiplinlerin birbiriyle etkileşimi sonucu eklektik bir yapıya bürünen resim sanatı, dijital yollarla ve bugüne özgü yorumlanarak yenilenmiş versiyonlarıyla çoğalmakta ve bir hayran/takipçi kitlesi yaratmaktadır. Yeniden üretimin parodize edilmiş biçimi olarak kanvas tablolar daha çok alanında öncü isimlerin öne çıkan çalışmalarıyla takipçi bağı kurmaktadır. Bu eserler yapıldığı zamanlardan günümüze gelen belirli bir tarza sahip, tanınır, kült ve popülerdirler. Yeni biçimleriyse, kaynağına sâdık ancak çeşitli objelerle ilişkilendirilerek bugüne ayak uydurmaları yolunda onları “içimizden biri”/yaşanır göstermektedir. Tüketim ve moda kültürü dijitalize edilen bu figürlerin yeni çağ biçimlerini pazarlamada sosyal medya üzerinden etkin kılmaktadır. Bu bağlamda çalışmanın amacı, yeni medya ortamındaki kanvas tabloların yapım söküm metoduyla okunması üzerinedir. Çalışma sonucunda, mizahın silahıyla kendilerini vuran görsellerin yapıldığı zamandan bugüne süregelen eşzamanlı, kült, biricik değerinin basite indirgenerek gündeme ayak uydurduğu noktada metalaştığı, tek tipleştiği, standart ve homojen yapıya büründüğü görülmüştür.
Cash Waqf Formation in Sarajevo, 1526-1921: A Temporal Analysis
Authors: Altay Bora
Published: March 2024

This study conducts a quantitative investigation of the temporal fluctuations in cash waqf formation within the Ottoman context, employing a long-term perspective. By examining the cash waqf deeds (waqfiyya) of Sarajevo, this study reveals a decline in the real capital levels of cash waqfs over time. The results further indicate that titled individuals and males were more inclined to participate in cash waqf formation than commoners and females were. In terms of services financed by cash waqfs, religious services held a larger share than the other services. Education and support for the poor were notable components of services financed by Sarajevo cash waqfs, whereas commercial facilities and infrastructure investments had lower shares of all services. The study also contributes to the ongoing debate on the emergence of family waqfs, revealing that although family waqfs were present within the institutional framework, their capital levels were relatively lower than those of non-family waqfs.
English for Business Communication: An in Depth Analysis
Authors: Prof. Komal More
Published: March 2024

The English language has a more significant role in our daily contacts in both national and international contexts. The English language has been deeply ingrained in every part of our life due to its global qualities. Outstanding chances for an individual are associated with proficiency in the English language. The productive and effective operation of business and communication is greatly dependent on the English language. Due to the English language, multinational firms are able to conduct business all over the world. In order to thrive as a businessman with a global profile, one needs to improve their communication skills in English. English communication abilities that are both effective in spoken and written form are essential for business.
The idea of Business English has changed significantly in recent years due to a number of developments, such as improvements in genre theory and the amalgamation of English for Business Purposes and Business Communication that have been motivated by the realization that there is a gap to be filled between the academic world and the global business world. This pioneering review, which draws on developments in the analysis of business discourses, particularly in applied genre analysis, revisits the frameworks now implemented in English for Business Purposes and Business Communication (or, more broadly, Professional Communication). The design of English for Business Communication (EBC) programs is thus suggested to be based on the combination of the two techniques. The research report includes an in-depth evaluation of numerous relevant published works.
2024 Guidelines of the Polish Society of Laboratory Diagnostics and the Polish Lipid Association on laboratory diagnostics of lipid metabolism disorders.
Authors: Solnica Bogdan , Sygitowicz Grażyna , Sitkiewicz Dariusz , Jóźwiak Jacek , Kasperczyk Sławomir , Broncel Marlena , Wolska Anna , Odrowąż-Sypniewska Grażyna , Banach Maciej
Published: March 2024

Lipid disorders are the most common (even 70%) and worst monitored cardiovascular risk factor (only 1/4 of patients in Poland and CEE countries are on the LDL-C goal). In order to improve this the clear and easy to implement diagnostic criteria for all components of the lipid profile should be introduced. These are the updated guidelines of the two main scientific societies in Poland in the area - the Polish Society of Laboratory Diagnostics (PSLD) and the Polish Lipid Association (PoLA), which, in comparison to those from 2020, introduce few important changes in recommendations (two main lipid targets, new recommendations on LDL-C measurement, new goals for triglycerides, new recommendations on remnants and sdLDL) that should help the practitioners to be early with the lipid disorders diagnosis and monitoring (after therapy initiation), and in the consequence to avoid the first and recurrent cardiovascular events.
COVID-19 prophylaxis, diagnostics, and treatment in patients with rheumatic diseases. The Polish experts panel opinion
Authors: Kwiatkowska Brygida , Krajewska-Włodarczyk Magdalena , Batko Bogdan , Maślińska Maria , Stajszczyk Marcin , Świerkot Jerzy , Wiland Piotr , Żuber Zbigniew , Tomasiewicz Krzysztof
Published: March 2024

As severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) evolves, infection management in vulnerable populations requires formalized guidance. Although low-virulence variants of SARS-CoV-2 remain predominant, they pose an increased risk of severe illness in adults with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs). Several disease-specific (chronic long-grade inflammation, concomitant immunosuppression) and individual (advanced age, multimorbidity, pregnancy, vaccination status) factors contribute to excess risk in RMD populations. Various post-COVID-19 manifestations are also increasingly reported and appear more commonly than in the general population. At a pathogenetic level, complex interplay involving innate and acquired immune dysregulation, viral persistence, and genetic predisposition shapes a unique susceptibility profile. Moreover, incident cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection as a trigger factor for the development of autoimmune conditions have been reported. Vaccination remains a key preventive strategy, and encouraging active education and awareness will be crucial for rheumatologists in the upcoming years. In patients with RMDs, COVID-19 vaccines’ benefits outweigh the risks. Derivation of specialized diagnostic and therapeutic protocols within a comprehensive COVID-19 care plan represents an ideal scenario for healthcare system organization. Vigilance for symptoms of infection and rapid diagnosis are key for introducing antiviral treatment in patients with RMDs in a timely manner. This review provides updated guidance on optimal immunization, diagnosis, and antiviral treatment strategies.
Edeka Nord rückt von Rewe-Beteiligung Trinks ab
Authors: Tewes Werner , Brück Mario
Published: March 2024

Edeka Nord geht auf Distanz zur Rewe-Beteiligung Trinks. Nach LZ-Informationen schaltet die Region nun rund 100 Märkte auf ihre eigene Getränkelogistik auf. Das dürfte erst der Anfang sein.
Michael Otto teilt seine Macht auf
Authors: Brändlein Philip
Published: March 2024

Das Ausscheiden von Michael Otto ist eine Zäsur für Europas größten Onlinehändler. Sein Sohn Benjamin Otto übernimmt Verantwortung – allerdings nicht operativ.
Spar investiert in Marktführerschaft
Authors: Hofmann Janine
Published: March 2024

Die österreichische Spar Handelsgruppe hat ihren Vorsprung im Markt ausgebaut. Das drückt auf den Ertrag. 2024 sollen sinkende Energiekosten wieder zu deutlich mehr Ergebnis führen.
Punica startet Comeback-Versuch
Authors: Holst Jens
Published: March 2024

Die Saftkonzern Tropicana macht eine Rolle rückwärts und bringt Punica mit Hilfe des Partners Columbus Drinks hierzulande wieder in die Regale. Ein gewagtes Vorhaben im schwierigen Markt.
Gropper investiert in Expansion
Authors: Murmann Christoph
Published: March 2024

Die Molkerei Gropper kommt inzwischen auf 1 Mrd. Euro Jahresumsatz, fast ausschließlich mit Handelsmarken. Ein Besuch von Agrarminister Cem Özdemir und zwei der wichtigsten Einkäufer des deutschen Handels galt jedoch Gropper als führendem Verarbeiter von Bio- und Tierwohlmilch.
Prowein bleibt die Größte
Authors: Murmann Christoph
Published: March 2024

Die Prowein bleibt die weltweit größte und wichtigste Fachmesse für Weine und Spirituosen. Die Aussteller bemühten sich unisono, Optimismus auf dem stagnierenden Markt zu verbreiten. Die Einkäufer des Handels zeigten sich sehr interessiert.
Der Kampf um Plastik
Authors: Busche Jenny
Published: March 2024

Der Druck auf die Konsumgüterkonzerne ist hoch, Verpackungen nachhaltiger zu gestalten. Beim Einsatz von recyceltem Plastik geht es nur schleppend voran. Der Wille ist da, aber die Kosten sind hoch. Jenny Busche
Tiefgekühltes zeigt sich in robuster Verfassung
Authors: Calvo-Henning Gabriele
Published: March 2024

Bei Kartoffelprodukten treiben Private Label die Preise hoch. Dennoch können die günstigeren Eigenmarken an Bedeutung gewinnen. Beim Eis haben Tubs die Nase vorn.
Die Diva an der Eistruhe
Authors: Hubert Wolfgang
Published: March 2024

Mit neuen Geschmacksvarianten und -kombinationen versuchen Markeneisproduzenten beim Impulseis verlorenes Absatzterrain wiederzugewinnen. Wolfgang Hubert
Quantencomputing als Chance für den Handel
Authors: Falkenthal Michael , Kaiser Matthias
Published: March 2024

Quantencomputing, das klingt für viele noch wie Science-Fiction. Doch die Technologie könnte schon in den kommenden Jahren für Unternehmen interessant werden. Daher ist es Zeit, sich mit ihr vertraut zu machen.
Gastro-Branche legt auch real weiter zu
Authors: Biehl Bernd
Published: March 2024

Die Gastromesse Internorga kann an Vor-Corona-Zeiten anschließen. Mehr als 1000 Aussteller lockten 80000 Besucher an.
Unsicherheit fordert die Logistik
Authors: Bökamp Lena
Published: March 2024

Die Logistikbranche ist an zahlreichen Fronten gefordert und muss sich konjunkturellen und geopolitischen Herausforderungen ebenso stellen wie infrastrukturellen. Zunehmende Unsicherheit herrscht auch hinsichtlich der politischen Rahmenbedingungen. Steigende Effizienz, etwa durch Digitalisierung, kann jedoch für Entlastung sorgen.
Optimierung muss ganzheitlich erfolgen
Authors: Hartwig Andreas
Published: March 2024

Die Digitalisierung sowie ein ganzheitlicher Blick auf Inbound- und Outboundlogistik erlaubt Händlern einen neuen Grad der Logistik-Optimierung. Es geht um höhere Effizienz von einem Ende der Lieferkette zum anderen, also End2End (E2E).
Verkehrswende braucht kluge urbane Logistik
Authors: Seeck Stephan
Published: March 2024

Der Aufbau einer intelligenten urbanen Logistik bleibt eine dringende Aufgabe. Die Anforderungen von Verkehrswende, E-Commerce und Innenstadt-Handel müssen vereint werden.
Die Party des Quick-Commerce ist vorbei
Authors: Manner-Romberg Horst
Published: March 2024

Das Phänomen Quick-Commerce scheint an sein Ende zu kommen. Angesichts des offensichtlichen Mangels an Effizienz und damit Profitabilität sind immer weniger Investoren bereit, Geld mit dieser Form von Lieferservices zu verbrennen.
Dreistern investiert in Solar
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: March 2024

Dreistern setzt auf Convenience-Produkte mit internationaler und deutscher Küche. Im Jubiläumsjahr gibt es zahlreiche Aktionen.
Golßener engagiert sich für Regionalität
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: March 2024

Golßener ist ein Familienunternehmen, das neben klassischen Wurst und Fleischwaren auch vegane und vegetarische Produkte herstellt. Regionalität hat für das Unternehmen Priorität.
Diversität auf der Weide
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: March 2024

Mit dem Abflachen der Inflation steigt wieder der Absatz von Bio-Produkten. Das stimmt die Gläserne Molkerei optimistisch und sie erweitert ihre Produktpalette.
Kultgetränk wie Tag und Nacht
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: March 2024

Wegen Differenzen bei der Preisfindung hatte der Spirituosenhersteller Schilkin die Lieferung der Berliner Luft an einige Handelsunternehmen ausgesetzt. Nun gibt es wieder Gespräche und neue Vereinbarungen.
Möglichkeiten und Grenzen der KI-gestützten Sanierungsplanung
Authors: Wolf Martin
Published: March 2024

Künstliche Intelligenz (KI) unterstützt oder automatisiert bereits die Zustandserfassung von Kanalnetzen. Diese Daten müssen jedoch auch zeit- und praxisnah ausgewertet werden. Eine KI-gestützte Planung macht die flächendeckende Auswertung von Maßnahmen und Kosten möglich.
Analyse und Bewertung von Starkregenrisiken für Wohngebäude
Authors: Golz Sebastian , Klever Jakob , Maerker Katja
Published: March 2024

Seit Beginn der 2000er-Jahre gab es bundesweit über 1,3 Mio. Wohngebäudeschäden infolge von Starkregenereignissen. Das für die Landeshauptstadt Dresden neu entwickelte 3-D-Starkregenportal wird zur Reduzierung bzw. Begrenzung von Starkregenrisiken beitragen.
Stets den Kunden im Fokus
Authors: Neumann Petra
Published: March 2024

Seit mittlerweile sieben Jahrzehnten gehört Endress+Hauser zu den weltweit führenden Anbietern von Prozess- und Labormesstechnik. Was macht das Unternehmen so erfolgreich? Welche Neuerungen werden im IFAT-Jahr angeboten?
Politik entdeckt Humus als Element für Klima- und Umweltschutz neu
Authors: Vetter Bernhard , Pehl Patrick
Published: March 2024

Böden sind die Grundlage aller Interessen, darum müssen sie gepflegt werden. Mit der Humusstrategie hat die Bundesregierung theoretische Grundlagen geschaffen. Humus aufzubauen, ist ein Dekadenprojekt – somit ist der Boden eines Betriebs eine Investition in die Hofnachfolger. In gesundem Boden steckt großes Potenzial für Klimagasbindung.
„Man muss Wasser mehrfach nutzen“
Authors: Schmidt Robin
Published: March 2024

Berlin. Wie ein Wasserkonzept aussehen muss, beschreibt Christian Kunz vom BUND.