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Potovalne vrednote generacije Z v industriji luksuznega turizma
Get PDFGeneration Z is becoming more active in today’s time. Its values are important to investigate as they will be the primary target in the market. In this thesis, we aimed to investigate Generation Z\u27s values in the specific sector of luxury tourism and explore how they would engage with it. To begin, we defined traditional luxury, which was based on material goods, and compared it with new luxury, which is centered around experiences. Afterwards, we collected data on Generation Z from scholars and identified what events could have influenced them to develop such unique values that have not been seen before. To support our claims, we conducted a survey in the empirical part of the thesis. An in-depth analysis was done to examine whether these values hold true or should be reconsidered.Generacija Z postaja vedno bolj aktivna v današnjem času. Njene vrednote je pomembno raziskati, saj bo predstavljala glavno ciljno skupino na trgu. V tej nalogi smo želeli raziskati vrednote generacije Z v specifičnem sektorju luksuznega turizma in preučiti, kako bi se vključili v ta sektor. Začeli smo z opredelitvijo starega luksuza, ki je temeljil na materialnih dobrinah, in novega luksuza, ki se osredotoča na doživetja. Nato smo zbrali podatke o generaciji Z iz znanstvenih virov in opredelili dogodke, ki so lahko povzročili, da imajo tako edinstvene vrednote, ki jih doslej še nismo videli. Da bi podprli naše trditve, smo v empiričnem delu naloge izvedli anketo. Narejena je bila poglobljena analiza, da bi raziskali, ali so te vrednote obdržane ali zavrnjene
The use of rating scales for the neurological assessment of patients with ischemic stroke in the prehospital setting
Get PDFUvod: Možganska kap je globalni zdravstveni problem, ki je vodilni vzrok invalidnosti in drugi najpogostejši vzrok smrti po vsem svetu. Zgodnje prepoznavanje simptomov je ključno za zmanjšanje tveganja trajnih poškodb. Uporaba predbolnišničnih presejalnih orodij lahko pomaga pri hitrejši obravnavi in oskrbi. Zgodnja prepoznava in zdravljenje možganske kapi bistveno izboljša izid in rehabilitacijo bolnikov. Pomembna je ozaveščenost javnosti in ustrezna usposobljenost zdravstvenega osebja za prepoznavanje simptomov, kar omogoča hitrejšo oskrbo in zmanjšuje tveganje za trajne posledice.
Metode: Izvedli smo sistematični pregled literature z metodo pregleda, analize in sinteze ter metodo kompilacije. Iskanje je potekalo v različnih podatkovnih bazah. Končni izbor člankov smo ocenili z orodjem Joanna Briggs Institutes.
Rezultati: Skupno smo pridobili 406 zadetkov. Po odstranitvi duplikatov ter pregledu naslovov in povzetkov smo izbrali 12 člankov za končno analizo. Za prikaz poteka pregleda literature smo uporabili PRISMA-diagram. Končni nabor člankov smo razvrstili po hierarhiji dokazov ter jih kritično ocenili.
Razprava in zaključek: Raziskave o prepoznavanju možganske kapi v predbolnišničnem okolju so pokazale kompleksnost tega področja. Za to se uporabljajo različne lestvice, vsaka s svojimi prednostmi in omejitvami. Pomembno je izobraževanje izvajalcev za učinkovito uporabo teh orodij.Introduction: Stroke is a global health problem. It is the most common cause of disability and the second most common cause of death worldwide. Early recognition of symptoms is crucial to reduce the risk of permanent damage. The use of pre-hospital screening tools can contribute to faster assessment and care. Early recognition and treatment of stroke significantly improves patient rehabilitation outcomes. Raising awareness among the public and medical staff to recognize symptoms is important for timely care and reducing the risk of permanent consequences.
Methods: We conducted a systematic literature search using the review, analyze, synthesize, and collate method. The searches were carried out in various databases. The final selection of articles was assessed with the help of the Joana Briggs Institute.
Results: We have received a total of 406 records. After removing duplicates and reviewing the titles and abstracts, we selected 12 articles for final analysis. We used the PRISMA diagram to illustrate the review process. The final set of articles was categorized and critically appraised according to the hierarchy of evidence.
Discussion and conclusion: Research into the recognition of stroke in the prehospital environment has shown how complex this area is. Different scales are used, each with their own advantages and limitations. Training healthcare providers in the effective use of these tools is essential
Green University of Maribor
Get PDFV magistrskem delu smo raziskovali, kako univerze po svetu uvajajo trajnostnostne ukrepe na različnih področjih svojega delovanja (trajnostnostno upravljanje, energetska učinkovitost stavb, odpadki, poraba vode, mobilnost, hrana, študenti in izobraževanje, administracija) in poseben poudarek namenili Univerzi v Mariboru (UM) ter njenim dosedanjim aktivnostim na področju uvajanja trajnostnostnih pristopov. Glavni cilj je bil s pomočjo vprašalnika, prilagojenega po vprašalniku Copernicus Alliance, zajeti stanje trajnostnostnih procesov in zelenega prehoda na članicah UM. V raziskavi smo uporabili kvalitativno metodo ankete (20) in intervjujev (9), da bi pridobili vpogled v sedanje stanje na članicah (17 fakultet, Študenski domovi, Univerzitetna knjižnica Maribor in Rektorat). Ugotovitve kažejo, da so potrebni dodatni ukrepi predvsem za izboljšanje trajnostnostnega upravljanja, boljšo energijsko učinkovitost stavb in trajnostnostno porabo vode. Na področju administracije, ravnanja z odpadnim pohištvom in IT opremo pa se UM približuje najbolj »zelenim«. Na podlagi analize rezultatov spletne ankete članic UM in intervjujev študentov smo predstavili možnosti za nadgradnjo trajnostnostnih praks na UM. Zaključki nakazujejo predvsem potrebo po inovativnih pristopih, sodelovanju celotne skupnosti (študentov in zaposlenih) ter iskanju dodatnih ali optimizacijo že obstoječih finančnih sredstev za realizacijo trajnostnostnih ukrepov, ki zahtevajo finančni vložek.This master\u27s thesis investigates the ways in which universities around the world are implementing sustainability measures in different areas of their operations. These include sustainable management, energy efficiency of buildings, waste, water consumption, mobility, food, students and education, and administration. The focus is on the University of Maribor (UM) and its activities in the field of sustainability implementation so far. The principal objective was to ascertain the status of sustainability processes and the extent of the green transition at the UM member institutions through the administration of a questionnaire adapted from the Copernicus Alliance questionnaire. The study employed a qualitative methodology comprising surveys (20) and interviews (9) to gain insight into the current state of sustainability at the member institutions (17 faculties, student halls of residence, the University Library of Maribor, and the Rector\u27s Office). The findings indicate the necessity for further action, particularly with regard to the enhancement of sustainability management, the improvement of energy efficiency of buildings, and the pursuit of more sustainable water consumption. In the areas of administration, furniture waste management and IT equipment, the UM is approaching the greenest. Based on the analysis of the results of the online survey of UM members and the student interviews, a series of options for upgrading sustainability practices at UM have been presented. The conclusions indicate, in particular, the need for innovative approaches, the involvement of the whole community (students and staff) and the search for additional or optimisation of already existing financial resources for the realisation of sustainability measures that require a financial input
Digital transformation in mid size company
Get PDFMagistrsko delo "Digitalna preobrazba v srednje velikem podjetju" preučuje vpliv digitalne preobrazbe na podjetje, ki se ukvarja s trgovino in večkanalnim poslovanjem s kupci v Srednji in Vzhodni Evropi. Osredotoča se na analizo organiziranosti informacijskega oddelka ter njegove vloge pri doseganju strateških ciljev podjetja skozi digitalno preobrazbo. Naloga izpostavlja vpliv sodobnih sprememb in izzivov na poslovni svet, še posebej po izbruhu pandemije Covid-19. Predstavi prilagoditev poslovne in IT strategije podjetja, vključno z uvedbo hibridnega dela in novih tehnologij. Teoretični del se posveča definiciji digitalne preobrazbe, njenemu pomenu, koristim in ključnim izzivom. Predstavi metodologijo in orodja za oceno stopnje zrelosti digitalne preobrazbe. Empirični del analizira organiziranost informacijskega oddelka, pregleda digitalno strategijo podjetja in implementacijo digitalne preobrazbe. Za oceno napredka se uporabi orodje za merjenje zrelosti. Zaključek ugotavlja napredek podjetja v digitalni preobrazbi, vendar izpostavi nekatere nezadovoljivosti in potrebo po prilagoditvah strategije. Predstavi predloge za izboljšave in kritično oceno uporabljenega orodja. Naloga prispeva k razumevanju vpliva digitalne preobrazbe v srednje velikih podjetjih ter k smernicam za uspešno implementacijo in spremljanje digitalnih strategij v prihodnosti.The master\u27s thesis "Digital Transformation in a Mid sized Company" explores the impact of digital transformation on a company involved in trade and multi-channel customer operations in Central and Eastern Europe. The focus is on analyzing the IT department\u27s organization and its role in achieving the company’s strategic goals through digital transformation. The thesis highlights the significant changes and challenges faced by businesses, particularly following the Covid-19 pandemic. It outlines how the company adapted its business and IT strategy, including the adoption of hybrid work models and new technologies. The theoretical section defines digital transformation, discusses its importance, benefits, and key challenges, and introduces methodologies and tools for assessing digital transformation maturity. The empirical section examines the structure of the IT department, reviews the company\u27s digital strategy, and evaluates the implementation of digital transformation, using a maturity assessment tool to gauge progress. The conclusion acknowledges the company’s advancements in digital transformation but points out areas of dissatisfaction and the need for strategic adjustments. It offers recommendations for improvement and a critical evaluation of the maturity assessment tool. The thesis contributes to the understanding of digital transformation in mid sized companies and provides guidelines for effective implementation and monitoring of digital strategies in the future
Working values of young people
Get PDFV dinamičnem globalnem okolju, kjer digitalizacija in družbeno-ekonomske spremembe temeljito preoblikujejo trg dela, postajajo delovne vrednote mladih ključen dejavnik pri oblikovanju organizacijskih praks. Generacija Z, ki predstavlja novo delovno silo, vstopa na trg dela z vrednotami, ki se pomembno razlikujejo od vrednot prejšnjih generacij. Te spremembe zahtevajo prilagoditve delodajalcev, zlasti v kontekstu upravljanja človeških virov, delovnih pogojev in organizacijske kulture.
Raziskava, ki je bila izvedena v Sloveniji, Združenih državah Amerike in Indiji, je razkrila, da mladi v Sloveniji največjo pozornost namenjajo ekstrinzičnim vrednotam, kot so varnost zaposlitve, ustrezno plačilo in ravnotežje med delom ter prostim časom. Poleg teh vrednot so za mlade ključne tudi priložnosti za osebni in profesionalni razvoj. Socialne vrednote, kot so odnosi na delovnem mestu, ter prestižne vrednote, kot so status in vpliv, so ocenjene kot manj pomembne. Mednarodna primerjava z mladimi iz ZDA in Indije je tako razkrila pomembne kulturne razlikeameriška mladina postavlja v ospredje osebni uspeh in karierni napredek, medtem ko indijska mladina večjo težo pripisuje socialni stabilnosti in varnosti zaposlitve.
Naša diplomska naloga tako analizira, kako se morajo organizacije prilagoditi pričakovanjem Generacije Z, da bi učinkovito privabile in obdržale te mlade talente, saj spremembe v vrednotah zaposlenih narekujejo nujnost preoblikovanja delovnih praks, kar vključuje zagotavljanje večje fleksibilnosti, priložnosti za razvoj in ustreznih delovnih pogojev. Prav tako pa ponuja poglobljen vpogled v trende, ki bodo oblikovali prihodnje delovno okolje, in navaja priporočila za organizacije, ki si želijo ohraniti konkurenčno prednost s pristopom, ki vključuje nove generacije zaposlenih.In a dynamic global environment where digitisation and socio-economic change are fundamentally reshaping the labour market, young people\u27s work values are becoming a key factor in shaping organisational practices. Generation Z, the new workforce, is entering the labour market with values that are significantly different from those of previous generations. These changes require adjustments by employers, particularly in the context of human resource management, working conditions and organisational culture.
Research carried out in Slovenia, the United States and India has revealed that young people in Slovenia place the greatest emphasis on extrinsic values such as job security, adequate pay and work/leisure balance. In addition to these values, opportunities for personal and professional development are also key for young people. Social values, such as workplace relationships, and prestige values, such as status and influence, are seen as less important. An international comparison with young people from the US and India thus revealed important cultural differencesUS youth prioritise personal success and career advancement, while Indian youth place more importance on social stability and job security.
Our thesis therefore analyses how organisations need to adapt to the expectations of Generation Z in order to effectively attract and retain this young talent, as changes in employee values dictate the need to transform working practices, including providing greater flexibility, opportunities for development and appropriate working conditions. It also provides an in-depth insight into the trends that will shape the future workplace and makes recommendations for organisations that want to maintain a competitive edge through an approach that engages new generations of employees
Utilization of transfer learning with recurrent neural networks for grocery price forecasting
Get PDFŽivila so osnovne dobrine z velikim vplivom na gospodarsko in družbeno stabilnost, zato je natančno napovedovanje njihovih cen ključno. Modeli globokega učenja lahko prepoznajo kompleksne vzorce v časovnih vrstah, kot so zgodovinske cene živil. V tej raziskavi smo eksperimentalno primerjali konvencionalni pristop učenja in učenje s prenosom znanja v rekurentnih nevronskih mrežah za napovedovanje cen. Po iskanju optimalnih hiperparametrov smo modele naučili nad podatki, uporabili prenos znanja in ovrednotili oba pristopa. Na podlagi pridobljenih rezultatov smo ugotovili, da učenje s prenosom znanja bistveno pospeši proces učenja, vendar na račun slabše napovedne uspešnosti. Kljub temu pa rezultati magistrskega dela prispevajo k razumevanju, kdaj, zakaj in v kakšnih primerih je uporaba učenja s prenosom znanja smiselna izbira.Food is a fundamental commodity with a significant impact on economic and social stability, making accurate price forecasting essential. Deep learning models can identify complex patterns in time series, such as historical food prices. In this study, we experimentally compared the conventional learning approach with transfer learning in recurrent neural networks for price forecasting. After identifying optimal hyperparameters, we trained the models, applied transfer learning, and evaluated both approaches. Based on the obtained results, we found that transfer learning significantly accelerates the learning process, though at the cost of predictive performance. Nevertheless, the results of this master’s thesis contribute to understanding when, why, and in what scenarios transfer learning is a sensible choice
Uncertainty and the US banking crisis in 2023
Get PDFDiplomsko delo se osredotoča na gospodarsko-politično negotovost in njene posledice za ameriški bančni sistem v letu 2023. Raziskuje, kako so različni dejavniki negotovosti, kot so geopolitične napetosti, pandemija COVID-19 in inflacija, vplivali na stabilnost in odpornost ameriškega bančnega sistema. Delo obravnava različne vire negotovosti, vključno z ekonomskimi, političnimi in zdravstvenimi šoki. S pomočjo metod smo ugotovili, kako so se banke odzvale na povečano negotovost ter kakšne so bile posledice za njihovo poslovanje in stabilnost finančnega sistema. Cilj diplomskega dela je povezanost med negotovostjo in stabilnostjo bančnega sistema.
Teoretični del diplomskega dela obravnava različne vrste negotovosti, njihove vzroke in posledice ter predstavlja ključne indekse za merjenje negotovosti, kot sta indeks gospodarsko-politične negotovosti, indeks volatilnosti in indeks gospodarsko-politične negotovosti, ki temelji na Twitterju. Posebna pozornost je namenjena vsebinski razmejitvi pojmov finančne in bančne krize ter predstavitvi ključnih kazalnikov uspešnosti bančnega poslovanja. Empirični del nato analizira povezavo med negotovostjo in kazalniki bančne uspešnosti, s poudarkom na letu 2023 v ZDA. Cilj empirične analize je preveriti hipotezo, da povečana negotovost negativno vpliva na stabilnost in donosnost bančnega sektorja, ugotoviti, kakšen je vpliv negotovosti na odločanje bank in njihovo poslovanje, ter spoznati ranljivost bančnega sistema na zunanje šoke.
Rezultati raziskave bodo prispevali k boljšemu razumevanju vpliva negotovosti na odločanje in poslovanje bank in ranljivosti bančnega sistema na zunanje pretrese.The thesis focuses on analyzing the impact of uncertainty on the US banking system in 2023. It investigates how various uncertainty factors, such as geopolitical tensions, the COVID-19 pandemic, and inflation, have affected the stability and resilience of the American banking system. The research examines different sources of uncertainty, including economic, political, and health shocks. Using quantitative and qualitative methods, we determined how banks responded to increased uncertainty and the consequences for their operations and financial system stability. The thesis contributes to understanding the relationship between uncertainty and banking system stability.
The theoretical part of the thesis discusses various types of uncertainty, their causes, and consequences, and presents key measures for measuring uncertainty, such as the Economic Policy Uncertainty Index (EPU) and a Twitter-based economic policy uncertainty index. Particular attention is paid to the conceptual distinction between financial and banking crises and the presentation of key performance indicators for the banking business. The empirical part of the thesis then analyzes the relationship between uncertainty and various indicators of banking performance, focusing on the year 2023. The aim of the empirical analysis is to test the hypothesis that increased uncertainty negatively impacts the stability and profitability of the banking sector.
The research results will contribute to a better understanding of the impact of uncertainty on bank decision-making and operations and the vulnerability of the banking system to external shocks
Creating postprocessor in Siemens NX for 3D welding with KUKA robot
Get PDFV magistrskem delu je obravnavan razvoj naprave za nanašanje ognjevzdržnega premaza na peščene kalupe, ki se uporabljajo pri proizvodnji centrifugalno litih valjev. Naprava je zasnovana za izboljšanje kakovosti in zanesljivosti proizvodnje valjev, ki so ključni element pri procesih vročega valjanja. Uporaba avtomatiziranega sistema omogoča večjo natančnost pri nanosu premaza in obenem zmanjša potrebo po ročnem delu, kar prispeva k večji varnosti zaposlenih ter manjši možnosti napak, ki so pogosto posledica človeškega faktorja. Poleg tega naprava bistveno pospeši proizvodni proces, saj premazovanje kalupov izvede hitreje kot pri ročnem načinu dela. Naprava vključuje napredne algoritme, ki zaznavajo položaj kalupa in omogočajo natančno prilagajanje gibanja naprave, da se ta samodejno uskladi s položajem kalupa v delovnem območju. Ti algoritmi prav tako omogočajo prilagoditev postopka premazovanja glede na velikost kalupa, kar zagotavlja zaželjene rezultate ne glede na dimenzije kalupa.The master\u27s thesis presents the development of a device for applying a refractory coating to sand moulds used in the production of centrifugally cast rolls. The device is designed to improve the quality and reliability of roll production, which is a key element in hot rolling processes. The use of an automated system allows for greater precision in coating application while reducing the need for manual labour, contributing to increased employee safety and reducing the likelihood of errors often caused by human factors. Additionally, the device significantly speeds up the production process, as it performs mould coating much faster compared to manual application. The device incorporates advanced algorithms that detect the mould\u27s position and enable precise movement adjustments, allowing the device to automatically align with the mould\u27s location within the working area of the device. These algorithms also allow for the adjustment of the coating process based on the mould\u27s size, ensuring wanted results regardless of the mould\u27s dimensions
History of the Cerknica Primary School from 1873 to 1987
Get PDFZačetki šolanja v Cerknici segajo v začetek 19. stoletja. Šola se je v Cerknici zgradila leta 1827 in se je nenehno širila. Leta 1863 je postala dvorazredna, leta 1878 trirazredna, 1879 pa štirirazredna. Za časa Avstro-Ogrske in stare Jugoslavije je na šoli delovala tudi nižja gimnazija, ki je predstavljala višje razrede. Ta je bila v šolskem letu 1958/59 ukinjena, njeni razredi pa so bili pripojeni osnovni šoli, ki je postala 8-letka. Šola je prešla
čez več obdobij, večjo je bilo obdobje Marije Terezije in Franca Jožefa II. To je bil čas Avstro-Ogrske, kjer je bilo značilno, da je imela cerkev velik vpliv na šolo, učenci so se morali redno udeleževati svetih maš in večkrat obeležiti cerkvene praznike. V tem obdobju se je tudi intenzivno praznovalo rojstne dneve in godove vladarjev ter cesarjev. Vse skupaj se je spremenilo, ko je šola prišla pod jugoslovansko oblast. Pouk in praznovanje praznikov sta se bistveno spremenila, spremenili pa so se tudi metode in načini poučevanja, ki so postali naprednejši. Skozi čas se je šolsko poslopje nenehno nadgrajevalo. Kljub temu se je šola skozi celotno obdobje srečevala s prostorsko stisko in z različnimi nevšečnostmi, 23. novembra 1943 pa je bila celo v celoti požgano. Šolanje se je za kratek čas preselilo v Dolenjo vas, nato pa se je začela obnova požgane šole. V šolskem letu 1962/63 se je začela graditi nova šola v Cerknici, ki je bila zgrajena v obdobju od leta 1963 do leta 1976. Nova šola je omogočila kvalitetnejšo izvedbo pouka, seveda modernejšo obliko pa poznamo še danes.Schooling in Cerknica began in the early 19th century, with a school built in 1827 and expanding steadily. By 1863, it offered two-year programmes, followed by three-year programmes in 1878 and four-year programmes in 1879. Under the Austro-Hungarian Empire and later the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, it also offered a lower grammar school programme, until the programme was absorbed by a new eight-year primary school programme in the school year 1958/59. The school weathered several historical periods, significantly the reign of Maria Theresa and Franz Joseph II. Their Austro-Hungarian Empire was characterised by the Church\u27s influence on schooling. Pupils had to regularly
attend mass and celebrate religious holidays. Birthdays and name-days of rulers and monarchs were intensely celebrated. Everything changed under the Yugoslav authority. The lessons and holiday celebrations changed considerably, as did the teaching, which became more progressive. The school building saw constant enhancements, yet faced spatial constraints and numerous inconveniences, and completely burnt down on 23 November 1943. The schooling temporarily moved to Dolenja vas. The reconstruction of the Cerknica school lasted from 1963 to 1976. The new building enabled enhanced lesson delivery and formed the essence of the school we know today, albeit with modern additions
Using optimization algorithms for automatic tuning of PID parameters in PLC
Get PDFV magistrskem delu je opisanih nekaj optimizacijskih algoritmov, namenjenih iskanju optimalnih PID-parametrov glede na zahteve odprtozančnega odziva sistema 2. reda. Podrobneje je opisan optimizacijski algoritem diferencialne evolucije, ki je bil s pomočjo orodij Matlab preveden v obliko, primerno za izvedbo v PLK (SCL-funkcija). Zaradi matematične omejenosti je bilo treba v TIA-portalu ustvariti več lastnih funkcijskih blokov in funkcij, kot na primer generator naključnih števil, meritve stopničnega odziva itd. Delovanje funkcijskega bloka diferencialne evolucije smo testirali najprej v simulatorju, nato še na realnem procesu regulacije pretoka zraka.In the master thesis, some optimisation algorithms are described to find the optimal PID parameters according to the requirements of the open-loop response of a second order system. The optimisation algorithm of differential evolution is described in detail and translated into a form suitable for implementation in PLK (SCL function) using Matlab tools. Due to mathematical limitations, it was necessary to create several custom function blocks and functions in the TIA portal, such as random number generator, step response measurements, etc. The performance of the differential evolution function block was tested first in a simulator and then on a real air flow control process