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Technology Capability Perception & Sustaining Competitive Advantage Challenge for Private Higher Institution: a Review of Literature
Authors: Hussain Suhaidah , Mad Lazim Halim , Azlan Taib Che 
Published: July 2018

Private Institution of Higher Education Institutions (PvIHEs) in Malaysia is facing stiff competition from local and international institutions that offers various programmes. The sustainability of PvIHEs is highly depending on several factors such as programmes offered, teaching and learning facilities, location, conducive environment, teaching staff and etc. The focus of this paper was to review the literature review of sustaining competitive advantage factors for PvIHEs. Furthermore in order to discover the technology capability perception of people on sustaining competitive advantage, an application of Theory of Planned Behaviour is applied. The Theory of Planned Behaviour was used by various researchers in various setting. The literature review of this study discloses the previous scholar on the related areas in sustaining competitive advantage, Theory of Planned Behavior and the perception of technology capability of a private higher education institution.
The Crossing Effect of Dragon Fruit Plant Caltivars [Hylocereus Sp.] on Yield
Authors: Subandi Muhammad , Mustari Eri , Setian Arie 
Published: July 2018

Type of dragon fruit that is cultivated commercially is the red dragon fruit. There is no optimal production, because the flower of plant is incompatible. One way of improving production [fruiting] of dragon fruit is through manual crossing. This research aim was to study the crossing suitabilityof the red dragon fruit on fruiting. The research was conducted in dragon fruit plantation, West Java. Experimental design used was Randomized Block Design with four treatments and six replications. Treatments were: Natural Pollination [control];Crossing in one flower;Crossing between flowers; Crossing between varieties. Dimension of fruit measured were:diameter, length, fresh weight, and sugar content of fruit. Analysis of variance was applied with Duncan test at 5% significance level. Preparation of flower pollination was done by selecting the probable flower to bloom at night to come. The blooming flower can be predicted in the afternoon and the crossing was done at midnight.The result showed that the crossing between varieties was the best [improved fruiting]production. This report was suplemented with literature study on betalain showing that betalain is great beneficial for human health, and may be the next subject to study once the bulk production of fruit is done.
Implication of Industrialised Building System (IBS) : The Case of Trade Contractors in Malaysia
Authors: Theong Maychuan , Abd Rashid Rosli , Chai Changsaar 
Published: July 2018

To further enhance the efficiency, capacity and capability of the Malaysian construction industry, the government has been aggressively championing the use of Industrialised Building System (IBS). However, several studies have pointed out that the trade contractors are very concern with the increasing use of IBS in the country because it will reduce their business opportunities. Therefore, the research is dedicated to address issues faced by the trade contractors with the adoption of IBS. The objectives of this paper are to uncover the impact of IBS to the trade contractors and to suggest solutions to address issues faced by the trade contractors with the implementation of IBS. A fundamental of the methodology is to adopt multiple case studies approach. These projects adopted both conventional and IBS construction method. A number of 8 projects were selected. Interview sessions are conducted with trade and main contractors. Collected data is then modelled by using the combination of fuzzy theory set and simple multi-attribute rating technique. Main contractors’ input on several success factors that lead to the penetration of trade contractors in IBS is evaluated. Some degree of involvement of trade contractors in IBS projects is recommended. It is significant for the trade contractors to obtain skills for IBS approach besides their existing crafts. Furthermore, the trade contractors are suggested to register themselves as IBS components installer as this does not involve high investment capital or they can join the other companies to increase their technical and financial capacity. These findings will inform on numerous policy initiatives to manage the business sustainability of the domestic trade contractors, to improve construction methods, then to modernise and upgrade the construction industry within the country.
Innovative Procurement Adoption for Industrialised Building System (IBS) Projects
Authors: Liyana Binti Tajul Ariffin Hamizah , Yeo Hooi Lynn Brenda , Binti Mohamad Shukery Nurshikin , Binti Abdul Rahiman Nafisah , Hendra Bin Mahmud Syamsul , Binti Mohd Raslim Faraziera 
Published: July 2018

Industrialised Building System [IBS] is a new method that used prefabrication components in building construction as an alternative towards enhancing construction performance. The Construction Industry Development Board [CIDB] embraced the IBS method to enhance productivity and building quality, reduce wastage on site, increase occupational safety and health, and reduce overall cost of construction. Currently, most of the IBS project developments in Malaysia are still adopting traditional procurement system. However, traditional procurement system has been criticised for its fragmented procedure to project delivery in terms of integration and collaboration of the project team. As a result of that problem, a number of issues have recently arisen such as reworks, time delay, rising costs, lack of communication and coordination, and wastages. The purpose of this research is to identify challenges of the current procurement system and to investigate the possibilities of implementing innovative type of procurement method for IBS implementation. A deductive research approach was adopted. Reviewing relevant literature before embarking into any academic research project is one way of exploring a known theory in a holistic manner. It also appears to be one of an essential feature to create a firm foundation for the research. Based on extensive literature reviews; this paper describes what are initiatives that have been taken from developed nations which are known as earlier IBS adopters and through the findings these experiences may shed some light on the type of procurement that have been adopted. This study was conducted among Grade 7 IBS contractors in Malaysia to gain further clarification on the immensity of the issues as well as assessing the research instrument. The findings from this study reveal that financial matters, lack of early involvement, lack of integration and coordination, knowledge and understanding, role and responsibility, risk liability, communication and information, attitude and relationship matters are challenges embedded in the existing procurement approach in adopting IBS. Suggestion on how innovative type of procurement method such as Separation of IBS from Main Contract, Partnering and Integrated Project Delivery [IPD] will be able to minimise the fragmentation gaps will be concluded.
Strength and Interface Adhesion Properties of in-Plane Shear Loaded Thick Adhesive Joint
Authors: Muhamad Azlan Hafizah , Francis Lannie , Ahmad Zakiah 
Published: July 2018

This paper addresses the quality of the interface bonded joints in layers of timber elements. The shear performance was studied to assess the suitability of adhesive to bond timber with different thickness of glueline and timber densities. Since there is absolute test method in establishing the shear strength of the surface bonds between layers timber elements, two test methods were used namely Thick Adherend Shear Test [TAST] and Lap Shear Test. The adhesived used is Sikadur-30 and timber used are Sesendok, Bintangor and Kempas with average densities 400-600kg/m3, 600-800kg/m3 and 800-1000kg/m3 respectively. Obtained results suggest that the interface stress distribution are related to the thicknesses of adhesive and densities of timber.
Effects Rahn, Ijaroh, Customer Satisfaction Through Quality of Service in. PT. Sharia Rural Bank Syarikat Madani
Authors: Wibisono Chablullah , Budi Harto Rahmad 
Published: July 2018

Community desire of a product needs the companion for business credit financing, disposal venture capital partners for micro s and macro businesses and banking sector needs to increase every year, so the role of the strategic investment partner is so decisive. As the products business development, Since 1991 Islamic banking system has served the public with "Syariah" products. To achieve these objectives, the role of the corporate world become extremely important to give influences in society economy, so better services to achieve customer satisfaction in banking area is needed.The data in this research was conducted by spreading some questionnaires and taking the entire sample of 150 respondents of PT. SRB SayrikatMadani, and then the Data were tested by using Path analysis. The test results showed that the variable of Rhan (X1) Customer Satisfaction (Y) through Quality Services (X3) has path coefficient value 0554 t-count = 0223 while t-table 1661 (α = 0.05) and 2367 (α = 0, 01). It showed that the value of t-count <t table, it can be concluded that the path coefficient is not significant. Ijaroh (X2) The customer Satisfaction (Y) through Services Quality (X3) has path coefficient 0.315 t-count = 0.016 while t-table 1661 (α = 0.05) and 2367 (α = 0.01). in this case, t count <t table, it can be concluded that the path coefficient is not significant.
Mediating Role of Open Innovation Between the Relationship of Blue Ocean Strategy and Innovation Performance, a Study of Malaysian Industry
Authors: Shafiq Muhammad , Tasmin Rosmaini , Takala Josu , Imran Qureshi Muhammad , Rashid Mehwish 
Published: July 2018

This paper presents the introduction, literature review and methodology part of a bigger research work. Blue ocean strategy, open innovation strategy and innovation performance are the main constructs of this study. In the start after the introduction of problem of innovation performance and discussion of Malaysian industries specifically, Government linked companies is presented. Then variables of the study are discussed in detail. Then relationship of these variables are discussed, and the mediating variable of innovation strategy is presented. Relationship of these different variables are established from previous literature. In the end, theoretical framework is displayed and hypothesis are created for this study. Methodology and conclusion are also discussed. A self-administered questionnaire for Kim & Mauborgne’s Blue ocean strategy’s five characteristics is developed. While already established questionnaires are used for other two variables of innovation strategy and innovation performance. Results and discussion section presents the reliability, correlation and regression analysis of the pilot study, performed in Malaysian industry. In the end, possible future work of the study is elaborated.
Prevalence Level and Predictors of Face to Face and Cyberbullying in Selected Service Sectors of Pakistan.
Authors: Iftikhar Mehwish , See Beh Loo 
Published: July 2018

There found a scarcity of academic research on understanding of both the traditional and cyberbullying jointly at workplace of organisations. As an emerging field of research area, detailed understanding about the predictors of cyberbullying has yet not been fully established. Drawing on the sample of 285 officials working in 4 service sectors [banking, telecom, hoteling and education] of Pakistan, this research endeavoured to investigate about prevalence rate, extent and frequency of both the traditional and cyberbullying and predictors responsible for causing bullying among workers of service sectors of Pakistan. Using NAQ-21 and NAQ-R on the basis of the layman’s cut-off criteria for measuring bullying and cyberbullying prevalence, results highlighted that 36%, 55%, 50% and 59% of the respondents were categorised as bullied traditionally and 18%, 30%, 27% and 49% were cyberbullied in education, banking, telecom and hoteling service sectors respectively, and this is unfortunately a very high ratio. Overall bullied [traditionally] percentage was 50 and cyberbullied was 31. Smart PLS-SEM based analysis verified that, multiple dimensions of organisational climate were found to be the predictors of workplace bullying, while technology [social networking and ICT’s] is significantly related to the prevalence of cyberbullying at workplace of service sector organisations. This research provides new insights about new type of bullying i-e cyberbullying and its predictors/causes. Prevalence percentages of workplace traditional and cyberbullying have also been determined that shows bullying spread in service sectors at an alarming rate, which needs to be controlled.
Assessing the Effects of Crowding Perception and Gender Among Southeast Asia Pilgrims in Mina, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alsolami B , R. Embi M , A. Majrashi A , S. Karban A 
Published: July 2018

This study gives a better understanding of the effect of crowding on pilgrims at the Hajj. It explores the levels of perceived crowding of Southeastern Asian pilgrims and investigates the effects of gender on their perceived crowding. Questionnaire in both Bahasa Melayu and English languages were administered for data collections from randomly selected pilgrims, (n=128), from the Southeast Asia Hajj group at Mina for three days (10th, 11th and 12th of Dhul-Hijjah). Results revealed that pilgrims witness high levels of crowd perception within their stay at Mina. In addition also, differences between the overall perceived crowding, perceived human crowding and perceived spatial crowding among pilgrims were revealed. Perceived human crowding was found as an indicator to the overall perceived crowding at Mina. Future research could be carried out to assess the effects of other factors such as education and cultural backgrounds and these findings can help authorities in charge of formulating policies manage crowd levels and perception.
NEWS Analysis Towards Youth Financial Competency Management
Authors: Isa Khairunesa , Rahman Ahmad Abd. , Md. Yusoff Rosman , Ani Fauziah , Isa Fadzlunesa 
Published: July 2018

This is a descriptive study of the financial management competency of rural youth. Around 200 youths from areas of Parit Raja, Batu Pahat Johor participated as respondents for this study. Lack of knowledge in managing finances and imbalance in mitigating lifestyles are chief factors which caused youth to be within the highest group declared bancrupt in 2014. 36 items in the survey was ued as intrument for this study which are respondents’ background, spending pattern based on NEWS Analysis, competeny level in financial management and challenges faced in managing finances. Results yielded showed that expenditure pattern for youth in ‘needs’ are significantly higher than those in ‘wants’. Eventhough the ratio is rather small which is 1:30, the level of competency of youth finance is rather high at the value of min 4.04. Nevertheless, the challenges faced by respondents are at an average level (min=3.14). In conclusion, rural youths has high level of literacy. This is due to the exposure obtained when they were young and spending pattern based on NEWS Analysis. Hence, even though youth faced obstacles they are nevertheless aware and know the steps which need to be taken to ensure the stability of their finances.
Kannada morpheme segmentation using machine learning
Authors: Angle Sachi , Ashwath Rao B , N. Muralikrishna S 
Published: July 2018

This paper addresses and targets morpheme segmentation of Kannada words using supervised classification. We have used manually annotated Kannada treebank corpus, which is recently developed by us. Kannada bears resemblance to other Dravidian languages in morphological structure. It is an agglutinative language, hence its words have complex morphological form with each word comprising of a root and an optional set of suffixes. These suffixes carry additional meaning, apart from the root word in a context. This paper discusses the extraction of morphemes of a word by using Support Vector Machines for Classification. Additional features representing the properties of the Kannada words were extracted and the different letters were classified into labels that result in the morphological segmentation of the word. Various methods for evaluation were considered and an accuracy of 85.97% was achieved.
Maximum power point tracking of a solar PV array using single stage three phase inverter
Authors: Jayakumar M , Vanitha V , Jaisuriya V , Karthikeyan M , Daniel George , Vignesh T 
Published: July 2018

Solar power is widely available around the globe but efficient transfer of solar power to the load becomes a challenging task. There are various methods in which the power transfer can be done, the following work proposes a method for efficient tracking of solar power. MPPT [ maximum power point tracking] algorithm applied on three phase voltage source inverter connected to solar PV array with a three phase load. MPPT is applied on inverter rather than conventionally applying MPPT on DC-DC converter. Perturb and Observe method is applied in the MPPT algorithm to find the optimal modulation index for the inverter to transfer maximum power from the panel. Sine pulse width modulation technique is employed for controlling the switching pattern of the inverter. The algorithm is programmed for changing irradiation and temperature condition. The system does not oscillate about the MPP point as the algorithm set the system at MPP and does not vary till a variation in irradiation is sensed. The proposed system can be installed at all places and will reduce the cost, size and losses compared to conventional system.
DeyPoS-homomorphism authenticated tree (HAT) for multi-user locality in cloud storage
Authors: Muthu Selvam M , Mariappan K , V. Sriramakrishnan G , Suseendran G 
Published: July 2018

The technology PoS (Dynamic Proof of storage) is a cryptographic primordial allows a abuser to test the reliability of subcontracted documents and effectively replace documents in the cloud storage system. Despite the fact that investigators have projected several dynamic proofs of storage designs in distinct client settings, hassle in the multi-client settings have now not been examined adequately. In sensible multi-client cloud server storage space wishes a cozy client part cross client system of deduplication, it permits client toward bypass importing manner as well as gain instantly the rights of the files, while different vendors of the same files hold uploaded to the cloud system server. In the direction of familiarity not a bit of prevailing dynamic Proof of Storages can guide this system. This research article we are bring the model of dynamic proof of storage in deduplicatable system and endorse a green creation known as Dedupicatable Dynamic Proof of Storage (DeyPoS), on the way to attain DeyPoS and comfy reduplication concurrently in cross client. Taking into account confront of formation assortment and personal blot creation make use of a new tool called HAT (Homomorphic Authenticated Tree). Also verify precautions of creation and the hypothetical, investigational outcomes shows that the creation is green in use.
An energy minimizing score based optimal data gathering in wireless sensor networks
Authors: Balamurugan P , Shyamala Devi M , Sharmila V 
Published: July 2018

In wireless sensor networks, Sensor nodes are arranged randomly in unkind physical surroundings to collect data and distribute the data to the remote base station. However the sensor nodes have to preserve the power source that has restricted estimation competence. The sensed information is difficult to be transmitted over the sensor network for a long period of time in an energy efficient manner. In this paper, it finds the problem of communication data between sink nodes and remote data sources via intermediate nodes in sensor field. So this paper proposes a score based data gathering algorithm in wireless sensor networks. The high-level contribution of this study is the enhancement of a score- based data gathering algorithm and the impact of energy entity for Wireless Sensor Networks. Then the energy and delay of data gathering are evaluated. Unlike PEGASIS and LEACH, the delay for every process of data gathering is considerably lower when SBDG is employed. The energy consumed per round of data gathering for both SBDG and EE-SBDG is less than half of that incurred with PEGASIS and LEACH. Compared with LEACH and PEGASIS, SBDG and EE-SBDG are fair with node usage because of the scoring system and residual energy respectively. Overall, the Score-based data gathering algorithm provides a significant solution to maximize the network lifetime as well as minimum delay per round of data gathering.
Local energy match based non-sub sampled contourlet Transform for multi modal medical image fusion
Authors: Shyamala Devi M , Balamurugan P 
Published: July 2018

Image processing technology requires moreover the full image or the part of image which is to be processed from the user’s point of view like the radius of object etc. The main purpose of fusion is to diminish dissimilar error between the fused image and the input images. With respect to the medical diagnosis, the edges and outlines of the concerned objects is more important than extra information. So preserving the edge features of the image is worth for investigating the image fusion. The image with higher contrast contains more edge-like features. Here we propose a new medical image fusion scheme namely Local Energy Match NSCT based on discrete contourlet transformation, which is constructive to give the details of curve edges. It is used to progress the edge information of fused image by dropping the distortion. This transformation lead to crumbling of multimodal image addicted to finer and coarser details and finest details will be decayed into unusual resolution in dissimilar orientation. The input multimodal images namely CT and MRI images are first transformed by Non Sub sampled Contourlet Transformation (NSCT) which decomposes the image into low frequency and high frequency elements. In our system, the Low frequency coefficient of the image is fused by image averaging and Gabor filter bank algorithm. The processed High frequency coefficients of the image are fused by image averaging and gradient based fusion algorithm. Then the fused image is obtained by inverse NSCT with local energy match based coefficients. To evaluate the image fusion accuracy, Peak Signal to Noise Ratio (PSNR), Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) and Correlation Coefficient parameters are used in this work .