bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Linking the Climate and Thermal Phase Curve of 55 Cancri e
Authors: Hammond Mark , T. Pierrehumbert Raymond
Published: November 2017

The thermal phase curve of 55 Cancri e is the first measurement of the temperature distribution of a tidally locked super-Earth, but raises a number of puzzling questions about the planet’s climate. The phase curve has a high amplitude and peak offset, suggesting that it has a significant eastward hot-spot shift as well as a large day–night temperature contrast. We use a general circulation model to model potential climates, and investigate the relation between bulk atmospheric composition and the magnitude of these seemingly contradictory features. We confirm theoretical models of tidally locked circulation are consistent with our numerical model of 55 Cnc e, and rule out certain atmospheric compositions based on their thermodynamic properties. Our best-fitting atmosphere has a significant hot-spot shift and day–night contrast, although these are not as large as the observed phase curve. We discuss possible physical processes that could explain the observations, and show that night-side cloud formation from species such as SiO from a day-side magma ocean could potentially increase the phase curve amplitude and explain the observations. We conclude that the observations could be explained by an optically thick atmosphere with a low mean molecular weight, a surface pressure of several bars, and a strong eastward circulation, with night-side cloud formation a possible explanation for the difference between our model and the observations.
Abundance indices and biological traits of juvenile salmon (Salmo salar) sampled in three rivers on the Atlantic and Channel coasts (France)
Authors: Marchand Frédéric , Beaulaton Laurent , Prévost Etienne , Delanoë Richard , Destouches Jean-Pierre , Gueraud François , Guilloux Yoann , Jeannot Nicolas , Huchet Emmanuel , Lange Frédéric , Rives Jacques , Tremblay Julien , Herrard Nadine , Azam Didier
Published: November 2017

Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar) is an anadromous migratory species adapted to cool temperatures. It is protected by the Bern convention and by the European Habitats Directive. It has been listed as vulnerable by the French IUCN Red List. Salmon decline is the result of combined and cumulated, mainly anthropic, causes: climate change, increasingly high number of impoundments, degradation of water quality and habitat and over-exploitation by fisheries. Monitoring of this species has been carried out on three rivers in France (Southern part of the distribution area) to produce data and knowledge (growth, precocious maturity, survival) for stock management.

For 24 years, a specific and standardised electric fishing protocol has been used to target young-of-the-year (0+ parr) Atlantic salmon. Sampling was restricted to areas with shallow running water that flows over a coarse bottom substrate, i.e. the preferred habitat of young salmon. This monitoring and inventory of growing areas thus allows assessment of juvenile recruitment and provides baseline data required to calculate total allowable catches (TACs).

The dataset currently consists of 47,077 occurrence data points from 105 sites spanning up to 24 years in three different watersheds in France. Beyond our project, this dataset has a clear utility to research since it associates abundance measurements with the measurement of biological traits and the collection of tissue samples. It allows for current and retrospective characterisation of individuals or populations, according to life history traits and genetic features in relation to changes in environmental conditions. The fact that the monitoring takes place in France, the southern part of the distribution area, over 24 years, makes the dataset particularly relevant for climate change studies.
DualTrack Technology Improves Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography Image Quality
Authors: De Vitis Luigi A. , Sacconi Riccardo , Carnevali Adriano , Centoducati Teresa , Cavalleri Michele , Querques Lea , Bandello Francesco , Querques Giuseppe
Published: November 2017

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:

To evaluate the effects of DualTrack Motion Correction Technology on the performance of AngioVue optical coherence tomography angiography (Optovue, Freemont, CA).

PATIENTS AND METHODS:

Fifty subjects underwent two consecutive examinations with AngioVue. The operator inactivated the eye-tracking (ET) technology before the second examination. Two operators measured execution time, excluded low-quality images, and counted the number of motion artifacts per image.

RESULTS:

The mean execution time was lower without ET in all the groups (
P
< .05), regardless of retinal diseases. Percentages of available images and low-quality images were 75.0% and 25.0%, respectively, with ET and 63.0% and 37.0%, respectively, without ET. Mean number of motion artifacts was significantly lower in images obtained using ET compared to images obtained without ET in all the groups (
P
< .0001), regardless of retinal diseases.

CONCLUSION:

Although ET technology increases the mean execution time, the reduction of motion artifacts and the increase of high-quality images may represent a great advantage in clinical practice.

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Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina
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Irvine-Gass Macular Edema Responding to the Combination of Oral Mineralocorticoid-Receptor Antagonist With Dexamethasone Drops
Authors: Matet Alexandre , Daruich Alejandra , Behar-Cohen Francine
Published: November 2017

Long-lasting postoperative macular edema is a therapeutic challenge. The authors report an efficient combination therapy of oral mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (eplerenone [Inspra; Pfizer, New York City, NY] or spironolactone, 25 mg/day to 50 mg/day) and topical dexamethasone (four times/day and progressive dose tapering) in three refractory cases following complex cataract or retinal detachment surgery. In Case 1, central macular thickness (CMT) decreased from 523 μm to 214 μm and visual acuity (VA) improved from 20/200 to 20/50 during a 6-month period. In Cases 2 and 3, CMT improved from 505 μm to 333 μm and from 438 μm to 316 μm during 5- and 3-month periods, respectively; however, VA remained unchanged (20/100 and 20/200) due to photoreceptor damage.

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Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina
. 2017;48:936–942.]
Nonconforming Deep Focal Choroidal Excavation in a Patient With Choroidal Osteoma: A Diagnostic Dilemma
Authors: Chawla Rohan , Azad Shorya Vardhan , Takkar Brijesh , Sharma Anu , Kashyap Bibhuti
Published: November 2017

Evolution of an osteoma may result in neurosensory detachment, deossification, and choroidal neovascularization (CNV). The authors report a rare case of choroidal osteoma with CNV associated with a deep non-conforming focal choroidal excavation.

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Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina
. 2017;48:944–947.]
The Essentiality of Sustainability and Variety for Industry Collaborations with University Partners
Authors: Wu Hong
Published: November 2017

The industrial assigned student projects is a good approach for to many engineering colleges. This approach provides students opportunities to research and learn the real world and business tasks. At Østfold University College of Norway, industry assigned student projects are crediting into the regular study curriculums and contribute greatly to the quality of teaching, appreciated by the students and industrial partners. We look at a statistics overview of the college´s bachelor projects over last 10 years, and examine the percentage and sustainable performance of industry assigned student projects. The analysis shows a trend that a sustainable collaboration with few large size industrial partners rather involved more than one student project over the past few years, while major part of the industrial partners, mainly small companies assigned only 1-2 projects then drop off, simply with a coming and go performance mechanism, not really sustainable. We question the performance sustainability of industrial assigned student projects and necessity of company contributions and engagement for teaching approach.
Examining the Effectiveness of Corporate E-Learning in Global Talent Management
Authors: Wong Amy Ooi , Sixl-Daniell Karin
Published: November 2017

The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of corporate e-learning in the context of talent management on a global scale. It begins with a discussion of the importance of talent management, the challenges in global talent management, and the role of corporate e-learning in global talent management. Data collected via an online survey from 74 students (global leaders from a multinational IT provider with more than 90,000 employees across 50 countries) enrolled in a customized corporate e-learning program is presented and discussed. The findings suggest that corporate e-learning can be used to develop talent attributes and skills such as problem solving, analytical, communication, research, and time management skills. Specifically, analytical, communication, and time management skills are important predictors of overall corporate e-learning experience, while analytical and research skills are important predictors of job performance. As part of global talent management, companies can enroll their A-players, high performers or high potentials into relevant corporate e-learning programs that can be used to effectively address the training challenges of a scattered workforce and improve coordination among internal and outside collaborators and partners in complex business processes and projects. The sample for this study was limited to a multinational IT services provider. Future research should extend the scope of data collection to include talents from a variety of organizations, as well as a variety of geographies and industries to further investigate the generalizability of these findings.
An Overview of Competency Management for Learning and Performance Support: A Canadian Perspective
Authors: Kondratova Irina , Fourier Helene , Molyneaux Heather
Published: November 2017

Despite the turbulent economy, recent expenditures on workplace learning in North America have increased. Technology-based methods including tools that enable social learning are making significant gains and account for 39% of all training hours in 2012. A majority of companies are moving from static classroom training to workplace learning that is more interactive and driven by technology. Companies actively experiment with new methods such as personalized learning, performance support, and gamification to encourage employees’ motivation to learn and promote continuous workplace learning, practice and application. However, the divide between the training and competencies people have and the training and competencies companies need still remains. The National Research Council Canada (NRC)’s Learning and Performance Support Systems (LPSS) program, by implementing adaptive and personalization strategies, develops software components for learning, training, performance support and enterprise workforce optimization. These technologies have the potential to facilitate lifelong learning, reduce learning and training costs, and reduce demands on physical infrastructure. Software components being developed for learning, training and performance support also enable streamlined and rapid skill development, as well as reduce time to competency, support informal, personal and personalized learning, increase learner engagement, address workforce optimization and sustainability, and increase operational performance and productivity. An overview of the LPSS system and capabilities is presented along with the results of our review of the current state of competency management in Canada and some challenges in this area, followed by recommendations for further work on competency functionality in the context of the LPSS program.
Reimagining STEM Education and Training with e-REAL. 3D and Holographic Visualization, Immersive and Interactive Learning for an Effective Flipped Classroom
Authors: Salvetti Fernando , Bertagni Barbara
Published: November 2017

 

While the 19th and the 20th centuries were, in education, mainly about standardization, the 21st century is about visualization, interaction, customization, gamification and flipped teaching. What today we know about learning from cognitive psychology is that people learn by practicing, with feedback to tell them what they're doing right and wrong and how to get better. For STEM education, that means they need to practice thinking like a scientist in the field. So e-REAL is a cornerstone: developed as workplace learning system in a number of fields (from medical simulation to soft skills development within the continuing education), it’s an ideal solution to root a practical – but not simplicistic - approach for STEM education.
Exploring the Future of Development Learning: The Open Learning Campus.
Authors: Jagannathan Sheila
Published: November 2017

The Open Learning Campus is changing the landscape for development learning around the world. By incorporating innovative ways of sharing knowledge across development professionals, partners, and clients, OLC provides learners a real opportunity to seamlessly and efficiently learn and grow, thereby increasing motivation and retention.  This study explores the Open Learning Campus, its knowledge sharing tools and systems, as well as its impact within and outside the World Bank Group.
Assessing the Use of Archaeological Sites as Cultural Tourism Resources
Authors: Huete-Alcocer Nuria , Martínez-Ruiz María Pilar , López-Ruiz Víctor Raúl
Published: November 2017

This chapter offers an in-depth analysis of archaeological sites and the value they represent to the field of cultural tourism. Specifically, this chapter discusses the suitable means of studying and managing archaeological sites, which represent tangible examples of cultural tourism. Managed properly, such sites may attract a larger number of visitors and thereby contribute to the region's socioeconomic development. In order to illustrate this line of research, this analysis will focus on one archaeological site in particular, namely the Archaeological Park of Segóbriga in the province of Cuenca, Spain. More specifically, the chapter reviews survey data collected over several years by related public institutions. The findings lend support to several measures that may improve the management of such sites in the context of cultural tourism. The most important of these is the dissemination and promotion of information about the site through WOM and eWOM.
Accessibility Improvement Interventions at Byzantine Monuments
Authors: Naniopoulos Aristotelis , Tsalis Panagiotis
Published: November 2017

The accessibility of monuments and archaeological sites by disabled persons and persons with restricted mobility in general, constitutes a social, financial and political demand. The project “PROSPELASIS” attempted to counter this problem by focusing on creating a methodology for facing monuments' accessibility and perceptibility problems for people with disabilities and testing its application at Byzantine monuments of Thessaloniki. In six major monuments included in UNESCO's World Heritage List, significant accessibility improvements were realized. Α Wi-Fi information system was installed in all of them via which an audio and visual information system was created with audio information in three languages, description of visual information, text information, information in Greek and International Sign Language. Additionally, in Rotunda and Heptapyrgion monuments three dimensional models were developed. The successful validation of the proposed methodology constitute the results of this project not only pertinent to Thessaloniki or Greece, but worthy of a wider application.
Information Mycological Systems and Traditional Ecological Knowledge
Authors: Thomé-Ortiz Humberto
Published: November 2017

Wild edible fungi are non-timber forest products that have great relevance for forest communities in central Mexico. Texcaltitlán is a rural community known for its traditional ecological knowledge on the use and identification of wild edible mushrooms. The aim of this work is to link Geographic Information Systems and Traditional Ecological Knowledge, in order to generate Mycological Information Systems. This is a qualitative, quantitative and exploratory research, which seeks to determine the usefulness of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to systematize and locate mycological resources for use as a tourist attraction. The results show the existence of a wide variety of edible mushrooms in the region, along with a wide mycological traditional knowledge. Both aspects reflect the existence of unique natural and cultural features that can be the basis to build a unique tourism product in central Mexico. It is concluded that GIS are useful tools to build a multifunctional vision of mushrooms.
Semantic Transformation and Use of Cultural Data
Authors: Gouveia Feliz Ribeiro , Lira Sérgio
Published: November 2017

Cultural content and cultural assets are increasingly seen as invaluable drivers for education, entertainment, tourism, knowledge, and shared memory initiatives. As such, cultural information, as stored in cultural institutions such as museums, archives, and specialized libraries is increasingly demanded by several actors, from public policy, tourism, app developers and software companies, schools and the citizen at large. To satisfy the needs of such a large spectrum of consumers and end users, the information must be format independent, multi-lingual, multi-purpose, and make use of standards, norms and national and international recommendations. In this is paper we describe our past and current efforts to develop cultural information systems that can satisfy those requirements and those of the specialized public, such as scientists and curators. We describe an inventory and content management system and the conceptual and architectural choices that were made to allow its evolution, standards' compliance and multi-purpose use.
A Platform for the Promotion of Energy Efficiency and Monitoring in Hotel Units
Authors: Nogin Sergey , Monteiro Jânio , Melgar Sergio Gómez , Peyroteo José , Mortal António , Santos Carlos Miguel A. , Livramento José , Cardoso Pedro J. S. , Semião Jorge
Published: November 2017

Tourists today are more likely to be concerned with the environment and greener lifestyle choices. In this context, a green flagship of some hotels can be an important selection criteria at the time of selecting one. In the near future, buildings should become nearly zero energy, consuming as low as possible and producing almost all the energy they need, using renewable energy sources. To achieve this goal, hotel buildings need to pass through a transformation process that will make them more efficient. In this process, a decision support platform would be important to help hoteliers monitor their energy consumption, identify which points are consuming more than expected, decide which investments are more cost effective and manage their equipment in an optimum way. This chapter describes the challenges involved in developing such a platform, covering several research and development fields, including Internet of Things networks, ICT, Smart Grids, Renewable Energy, Energy efficiency, as well as algorithms for machine learning and optimization.
The Dark Side of Multi-Platform Advertising in an Emerging Economy Context
Authors: Yeboah-Banin Abena Animwaa , Amoakohene Margaret Ivy
Published: November 2017

Consumers' complex media consumption habits mean that advertising must, of necessity, be multi-platform to boost reach and engagement levels. Several benefits of multi-platform advertising have been highlighted in the literature. However, it is unclear whether there are any inherent challenges. Particularly in developing African economies such as Ghana where firms face resource constraints, advertisers cannot afford to miss the mark with the advertising spend. As such, practitioners must carefully off-set any dangers of multi-platform advertising. Given the subject's absence in the literature, there is little scholarly guideline with which to do this. This chapter contributes insights into the issue by asking the questions: (1) are there negative consequences to multi-platform advertising and (2) how may practitioners counter such? Then, using Ghana as empirical setting and exploratory interviews as primary method, the chapter engages the experiences of advertisers, advertising practitioners and audiences to gain a holistic view of the challenges of multi-platform advertising.
Clients' Perception, Extent of Adoption, and Level of Satisfaction With Multi-Platform Advertising Media Strategies (MuPAMS)
Authors: Otunla Adekunle Olusola , Olatunji Oloruntobiloba T.
Published: November 2017

Nigeria is becoming a global player in the business economy of Africa. Ibadan comes next to Lagos being the commercial hub of Nigeria; with high concentration of advertising and sales promotion and patronages This study investigates clients' perception, adoption and satisfaction with multi-platform advertising media strategies (MuPAMS) among business organisations in Ibadan, South-Western Nigeria. Ex-post facto research design was adopted, data was gathered using Multi-Platform Advertising Media Adoption Questionnaire (MuPAMAQ) (r = 0.86); and analysed descriptively. Findings revealed that majority of business organisations in Ibadan attached high importance to flier (57.7%), television (47.7%) and social media (47.4%). Thus, best promotion platforms were flier (84.6%) and social media (57.4%). Majority (69.3%) indicated very low satisfaction with the advertising agency services of which only 33.3% made quarterly requests per year. Adoption of multiple advertising platforms was recommended among media practitioners in Nigeria, to provide clients with a wide range of options and alternatives.
Mobile Devices and Advertising
Authors: Dias Patricia , Teixeira-Botelho Inês
Published: November 2017

This chapter discusses ways of rethinking and reconfiguring advertising models and tools, in order to explore all the potential of mobile devices. The chapter presents a literature review on perceptions and opportunities related to mobile devices and advertising, focusing themes such as branded content, branded apps, advergames, second screening and m-commerce. It also presents results from an exploratory qualitative study conducted in Portugal on perceptions about mobile devices and advertising, based on 4 focus groups with users of mobile devices aged between 18 and 35 years old. The empirical results show that users have negative perceptions and attitudes towards traditional advertising models, such as banners, pop-ups and pre-videos on YouTube. On the contrary, they use some branded apps and value both engagement and community building and providing useful services and information. Thus, opportunities, possibilities, preferences and dislikes were discussed.
Differences Across Device Usage in Search Engine Advertising
Authors: Schultz Carsten D. , Holsing Christian
Published: November 2017

For advertisers, search engine advertising represents an attractive opportunity to selectively reach the target group at a point in time when the prospects are already thematically involved and activated. One question that subsequently arises is if users use various devices during different phases of the search process and if this behavior affects the search engine advertising outcome measured by corresponding performance indicators. The present chapter addresses this question. Based on a search engine advertising campaign of a German service provider, the authors examine the development of performance indicators across multiple devices. Specifically, we retrace the development across desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. Thus, the chapter provides insights into device usage in search engine advertising. The chapter concludes with overall trends in search engine advertising.
An Examination of the Relationship Between Vision Content and Amount of Innovation in SMEs
Authors: Eryılmaz Mehmet Eymen , Bektaş Olcay
Published: November 2017

In the literature, it is strongly claimed by some studies that the content of a vision statement may be an appropriate mean to reach some desired individual, group and organizational level results. In addition, the idea relating to vitality of various types of innovation for different sorts of organizations has been supported by findings of many empirical studies. However, these studies that focus on the concept organizational innovation are based on large-sized organization to a great extent. Therefore, this study empirically investigates the effects of vision statements' content on the amount of innovation in the context of Turkish “Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs). The findings of study indicated that there aren't statistically significant differences between SMEs with innovation oriented vision statement and other SMEs in terms of amount of product innovation. A possible reason behind this finding may be inadequate vision communication. During the chapter, first, the literatures on organizational innovation, vision statements and SMEs are reviewed briefly. Then, these reviews will be followed by the sections of methodology and the findings. The chapter will be ended with the parts of future directions and conclusions that include the originalities and several limitations of this study.
Public Policy
Authors: Maher Chi
Published: November 2017

This chapter explores the influence of public policy on small third sector social enterprises in four UK regions. The importance and contribution of small social enterprises contribution to the economy is well established. They are regarded as an integral part of the delivery of public services in the UK. Public policy, in turn, shapes the environment in which these organisations are developed. Due to limited research on how public policy are impacting on small regional small social enterprises. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) in the: East Midlands, South East, South Wales and Yorkshire and Humber regions to understand how public policy framework poses challenges and/or support small third sector social enterprises. The research finding contributes to the empirical research investigating the insinuation of these regional variations on their development and survival.
Decision Making in Rural Tourism Management
Authors: Pego Ana , Bernardo Maria do Rosário Matos
Published: November 2017

Decision making is an important role performed by managers. This chapter will analyze the importance of information systems (IS) on the decision-making process at rural organizations in Portugal's Algarve region. Managers' perceptions were analyzed and compared with the decision-making process model proposed in this chapter, which was based on the models of Simon (1977) and Mintzberg, Raisinghani, and Theorêt (1976). This chapter will discuss the capacity of rural tourism organizations to solve problems, as well as review the time needed to solve problems through the use of IS. This chapter will conclude that IS in the organizational decision-making process is positively related to the identification of the decision-making problem and time needed to solve the problems. This investigation will allow other sectors the opportunity to discuss decision process models based on technology, information capability, and organizational competitiveness.
Standardization
Authors: Sambhanthan Arunasalam
Published: November 2017

This chapter looks at standardization practices of large scale software development businesses and its acceptability among software professionals. The article reports the results of a survey conducted among software professionals on standardization practices of their organisations. The results show that majority of the organisations are complying with standardization related guidelines in their businesses. A significant number of employees are unaware about the standardization practices adapted by their organisations. The conclusions remarks that the organisations have to gear up their efforts towards introducing and maintaining global standards in the production and delivery of software products and services to their clients. Significant attention towards training and development related to standardization practices is recommended. Future research is warranted in investigating the effectiveness of existing global standards related to software production and delivery in large scale software development organisations.
Internationalization in Business-to-Business Markets
Authors: Moreira António Carrizo , Freitas da Silva Pedro Miguel
Published: November 2017

The internationalization of firms is a growing important phenomenon in the Economy. Thus, to face the new competitive challenges of globalized markets, industrial small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need to implement new organizational approaches to take on new challenges in international markets. Based on a case study, this chapter reviews the literature on internationalization theories. Drawing on the network-based approach and on the resource-based view of the firm, we examine how collaborative new product development processes played a fundamental role in the internationalization process of a SME using a relationship-based perspective. The featured case concerns to a successful ex-small technical textile firm that leveraged its competitive strategy, climbed up the value chain, and extended its international activities following a technology-based path.
Risk Implications of Heavy Metal Contamination in Agricultural Soil and Crop Productivity
Authors: Archana  , Jaitly Ajai Kumar
Published: November 2017

Heavy metals especially lead, nickel, cadmium, copper, cobalt, chromium and mercury are more toxic and chief contaminants of the environment. Agricultural soils in many parts of the world are slightly to moderately polluted with heavy metals due to increase in geologic and anthropogenic activities (use of phosphate fertilizers, sewage sludge application, dust from smelters, industrial waste). Plants growing on these contaminated soils showed toxicity symptoms that results in reduce growth and activity which declined the productivity and posing threats to agro-ecosystems. They put plants under stress and affect their physiology. In this chapter, we have summarized the effects of heavy metals on plants including both symptoms and productivity.
Four Strategic Postures for Sustainability in the Project-Based Organization
Authors: Silvius Gilbert , Schipper Ron
Published: November 2017

Sustainability is one of the most important challenges of our time. How can we develop prosperity, without compromising the life of future generations? Companies are integrating sustainability in their strategies, processes and actions. In the implementation of strategies, projects play an essential role. Delivering business strategy through projects is even more eminent for project based organizations (PBOs) that execute projects as their core business. This chapter will discuss the question What strategic postures a PBO can take on the consideration of sustainability in its projects, while aligning with both the strategy of the client organization and its own strategy. Based upon an analytical analysis, the authors develop four possible strategic postures on sustainability in the projects of a PBO that provide guidance for the consideration of sustainability in these projects.
Business Continuity and Information Systems
Authors: Turulja L. , Bajgoric N.
Published: November 2017

Considering the expectations of customers on service and information availability 24x7, complete operations suspension in case of adverse events is not an option. Modern businesses have become dependent on their information systems (IS) whose incidents and failures can highly affect business operations. Ensuring continuity in IS is related to the reliable delivery information. In order to lower the negative impact of IS incidents, organizations should get prepared for them. Business continuity management (BCM) is a holistic management approach whose aim is to identify, prevent or mitigate operational risks. BCM consists of business continuity planning (BCP), contingency planning (CP) and disaster recovery planning (DRP). BCP defines the strategies that organizations should implement in order to ensure their survival when a crisis event occurs. The aim of this paper is to identify the relevant elements of continuity in IS.
The Risk Management Profession in Australia
Authors: McMurray Adela J. , Cross Jean , Caponecchia Carlo
Published: November 2017

This study aimed to identify to what extent Australian organizations have any plans to manage business continuity threats, and the nature and content of these plans. Sixty-four respondents who were risk management professionals were surveyed to explore the Business Continuity Practices within their organizations. The ANOVA analysis showed 39 per cent of the organizations had developed an enterprise-wide plan of which just over half stated that the plan was tested. However, 36 per cent of respondents had no plan, an “informal plan,” were developing a plan, or did not know whether they had a plan. Standardized guidelines for a process to manage risks have been developed across many spheres and countries and are brought together in the international risk management standard ISO31000 (ISO, 2009), which presents a process applicable to all organizations and all risks. Human resource practices that promote consistent communication and an organizational culture that allows business continuity plan values, attitudes and beliefs to become embedded and to move across traditional organizational boundaries are therefore important for gaining the cooperation needed to implement plans in an organization's operational areas pertaining to business continuity.
Enterprise Risk Management Software
Authors: Gašpar Dražena , Mabić Mirela
Published: November 2017

This chapter presents research results on user requirements related to enterprise risk management software. The authors developed a questionnaire to investigate the standpoints of risk managers, quality managers, and others in charge of risk management regarding the functionality they expect risk management software to support. In today's globalized and volatile world, the recognition, understanding, and management of risks is critical for an organization's survival. Adequate software support enables organizations to take an innovative, risk-based approach to governance and compliance and to gain a holistic, enterprise-wide view of risk exposure and near-real-time risk management and monitoring. Research results show the main attributes that risk management software should have in order to fulfill user expectations. The chapter also provides some important guidelines and suggestions for risk management software development and improvement.
Low to High Speed Transient Structural and Thermal Temperature Measurement of Oil-Lubricated Multi-Speed Heavy Vehicle Transmission Gearbox System Based on FEA
Authors: Kumar Ashwani
Published: November 2017

The main objective of this chapter is dynamic structural and thermal analysis of multi speed transmission gearbox (medium duty truck) using Finite Element Analysis (FEA). To evaluate the dynamic strength of transmission gearbox assembly transient structural analysis was performed. Dynamic varying loads at different rotational speed were applied to perform the transient analysis. In gear meshing operation at high rotational speed and loading condition, frictional heat is generated inside gearbox assembly. To reduce the effect of frictional heat, gear oil is used. In this research study gear oil SAE 85W140 was used for cooling and performance enhancement. Steady state thermal analysis was performed to evaluate the thermal effect of frictional heat, rotational speed of shafts (pinion, gear) and load with gear oil lubrication. In thermal effect gearbox surface temperature was measured at different points. FEA simulation results have been validated using experimental results available in literature.
Active Vibration Attenuation of Smart Shell Structure Instrumented With Piezoelectric Layers
Authors: Sharma Anshul
Published: November 2017

The active control of vibration of piezoelectric flexible smart structure is an important issue in engineering. Reducing vibration may improve the user's comfort and safety. This chapter presents a fuzzy logic approach for active control of vibration of a smart composite laminated spherical shell. The spherical shell is in the form of a layered composite shell having collocated piezoelectric sensor/actuator pair. The vibratory response of the shell is modeled using finite element method. There are five mechanical degrees of freedom per node and the potential difference across the piezoelectric layer is introduced as an additional electrical degree of freedom on an element level. The mode superposition method has been used to transform the coupled finite element equations of motion in the physical coordinates into a set of reduced uncoupled equations in the modal coordinates. The simulation results illustrate that the superiority of designed nonconventional fuzzy logic controller over conventional controllers.
Advanced Numerical and Experimental Methods Used in Material Science for Evaluating Mechanical and Damping Nature of Composite Materials
Authors: Singh Subhash , Pal Kaushik
Published: November 2017

In this chapter, the authors provide the simultaneous applications of numerical and mathematical methods for engineers. The best way to ignite the fire of curiosity in the student is the validation of their ideas and learning. Specially, the engineering students learn best when they are prompted by problems. This can be achieved through the validation of their analytical results with experimental. Therefore, the scope of the present work is to synchronize of the above-mentioned two domains (numerical, experimental). Furthermore, we have approached numerical methods from an experimental perspective. Mathematical methods are techniques by which mathematical problems are developed so that these can be solved with arithmetic operations. Although, there are many forms of numerical methods, they possess one common characteristic: they invariably call for large numbers of tedious arithmetic calculations. This work intends to relate the theoretical understanding with the real world problems.
FEA-Based Numerical Simulation and Theoretical Modeling for Predicting Thermal Contact Conductance
Authors: Rana Sachin
Published: November 2017

The chapter states the problem of thermal contact conductance between surfaces. Rough surface generation and thermal contact conductance has been simulated using Finite Element Method (FEM) based Ansys. The resulting geometry is meshed by different meshing method to convert the solid model into FEM model. The main aim of meshing is to create fine and coarse mesh at the contact to reduce the computational time. To create a fine mesh at contact free meshing with refinement and mapped mesh has been used. The analysis has been performed on the FEM model with varying loading condition of different surface roughness and different materials to get the real contact area and thus thermal contact conductance. The variation of thermal contact conductance and real contact area with pressure of different surface roughness and with surface roughness of different loading condition of the specimen made of aluminum and mild steel has been plotted and compared.
Design and Thermal Analysis of MgZrO3 Ceramic Coated I.C. Engine Piston Based on Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Authors: Kumar Shailendra
Published: November 2017

Piston is considered to be one of the most important part of internal combustion engine. Piston is used to deliver thrust via connecting rod to the main shaft of the engine. Normally it is made of cast iron which bears high gas pressure and has damping property. The main objective of this chapter is to perform structural and thermal analysis of MgZrO3 top surface ceramic coated piston. Piston made up of gray cast iron coated with ceramic material (MgZrO3) which is bonded by special material (NiCrAl) is designed by machine design approach to determine the dimensions of the piston and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) was performed using ANSYS 17.1. The pressure of the 5 N/mm2 was applied at top land of piston. An equivalent Von misses stress in ceramic coated piston was found less in comparison to uncoated piston. Thermal analysis of both coated and non-coated piston was performed.
Green Supply Chain Management Theory and Practices
Authors: Sezen Bülent , Çankaya Sibel Yildiz
Published: November 2017

Increases in environmental problems require companies to be more aware towards the environment and take precautions regarding the problems. As a result, companies have started to embrace the concept of green supply chain which includes environmental issues rather than the concept of supply chain which is based on profitability. Green supply chain (GSC) has emerged as an important component of the environmental and supply chain strategies. In order to make a supply chain green, it is necessary to consider all activities in the supply chain such as raw material procurement, inbound logistics, transformation, outbound logistics, marketing, after-sales and appropriate product disposal. This paper aims to review different GSCM dimensions in the literature by explaining green supply chain concept and address the activities/practises that can be used to ensure these dimensions are green.
Trust Management Models for Digital Identities
Authors: Pradhan Prasann , Kumar Vikas
Published: November 2017

Trust is an essential requirement to transact in the digital environment. Digital identity proves a user's presence, whereas the trust proves the standing and worthiness. Trust management can establish and verify the trust to give rise to new outcomes for online transactions such as increased perception towards buying and selling the goods and services, increased retention and loyalty, increased reputation and so on. This paper presents the need and significance of trust management in the digital environment, along with the various models and techniques available to manage the trust. A comparative analysis has been presented for the available models. The work has a lot of importance, considering the large scale proliferation of the digital environment as well as the electronic businesses.
Structuring and Managing Supply Network
Authors: Liu Zheng
Published: November 2017

The concept of supply network has extended supply chain across national borders towards globalization. The aim of this chapter is to provide researchers, business practitioners and university students a picture of the architecture of supply networks. By analyzing two main trends of studies in the field of supply network management, components of supply network are classified into structural and infrastructural factors. Also a comparison is made to identify the difference between supply network and traditionally factory-based manufacturing system. Based on the literature review, a conceptual framework is further proposed which describes the supply network from four essential perspectives: Role/function, Relationship/alliance, Configuration/reconfiguration, and Risk and crisis management. After presenting detailed models and decision making areas of each perspective, suggestions are given on some emerging topics.
Business Analytics for Business Analysts in Manufacturing
Authors: Wilder Coleen , Ozgur Ceyhun
Published: November 2017

Many of the skills that define analytics are not new. Nonetheless, it has become a new source of competitive advantage for many corporations. Today's workforce, therefore, must be cognizant of its power and value to effectively perform their jobs. In this chapter, the authors differentiate the role of a business analyst by defining the appropriate skill level and breadth of knowledge required for them to be successful. Business analysts fill the gap between the experts (data scientists) and the day-to-day users. Finally, the section on Manufacturing Analytics provides real-world applications of Analytics for companies in a production setting. The ideas presented herein argue in favor of a dedicated program for business analysts.
E-Business and Analytics Strategy in Franchising
Authors: Chen Ye-Sho , Liu Chuanlan , Zeng Qingfeng , Azevedo Renato F. L.
Published: November 2017

Franchising as a global growth strategy, especially in emerging markets, is gaining its popularity. For example, the U.S. Commercial Service estimated that China, having over 2,600 brands with 200,000 franchised retail stores in over 80 sectors, is now the largest franchise market in the world. The popularity of franchising continues to increase, as we witness an emergence of a new e-business model, Netchising, which is the combination power of the Internet for global demand-and-supply processes and the international franchising arrangement for local responsiveness. The essence of franchising lies in managing the good relationship between the franchisor and the franchisee. In this paper, we showed how e-business and analytics strategy plays an important role in growing and nurturing such a good relationship. Specifically, we discussed: managing the franchisor/franchisee relationship, harnessing the e-business strategy with aligning the e-business strategy with application service providers, an attention-based framework for franchisee training and how big data and business analytics can be used to implement the attention-based framework.
Organizational Intelligence Scale for Business Organizations in Chaotic Situations
Authors: Erçetin Şefika Şule , Potas Nihan , Koç İlker
Published: November 2017

One of the key roles of the present era in the management of an organization is intelligence. This influences the management of employees as well as applicability of human capital within the organization at a particular time. The significance of intelligence to both employees and organizations for the smooth operation of the organization cannot be overemphasized. It not only depicts the theoretical bases of intelligence in organizations but it also outlines the practical reflections at workplace. The purpose of this study is to develop a new scale that can be adopted in the evaluation of organizational intelligence based on management and competence in decision-making within firms in as far as trade, industry, finance and services tailored to transformation of companies operating in the business sector is concerned. Equally, a new methodology for testing the consistency of financial data of the companies in relation to this scale will also be introduced.
Sales and Operations Management in Contemporary Organizations
Authors: Shaikh Salim
Published: November 2017

Based on in-depth dialogue with executives, analyzing technology research reports, and leading supply chain transformation programs, a growing evident trend was noticed that more and more companies are seeking to enhance their Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to higher levels of maturity. The question amongst supply chain executives has metamorphosed from “Why do we need to improve at this time” to “How do we do it?” This chapter attempts to alleviate those concerns by providing a practical and proven approach for change transformation across various levels of S&OP maturity, thereby enabling organizations to become more demand-driven, improve margins, increase market share, and become contemporary – Lean, Agile, and Social Sales and Operations Management (LASSOM).