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SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERIZATION OF EMPLOYMENT IN THE PAPAYA PRODUCTION CHAIN IN ESPÍRITO SANTO
Get PDFPurpose: This study evaluated employment in the papaya production chain in Espírito Santo, Brazil.
Framework: The methodological approach to production chains serves as an analytical tool for carrying out diagnoses and strategic simulations of a product in focus.
Design/Methodology/Approach: In preparing this study, quantitative research techniques and procedures and qualitative research were adopted based on the methodological approach of production chains, also called: agro-industrial complexes, agri-food system, agribusiness, sectoral innovation systems.
Findings: In rural papaya producing farms, the average was 10.9 jobs. The general average number of jobs per papaya company was 68.1 and, particularly, in the packing house, the average was 154.8 jobs. The papaya production chain had a much higher number of jobs when compared to other fruit farm production chains in Espírito Santo. It is also noteworthy that the predominant type of employment relationship is formal and permanent.
Research, Practical & Social Implication: The State of Espírito Santo is the largest Brazilian papaya producer and exporter. With technological innovation, it guarantees crop quality and productivity, making it possible to serve the most demanding international markets. This chain is an important source of employment and income for the State.
Originality/Value: The study included field research with 93 producers and 14 companies that are part of the papaya production chain in Espírito Santo. Official data on the historical evolution of formal jobs in the chain are also presented, highlighting the socioeconomic importance of the sector.Propuesta: Este estudio evaluó el empleo en la cadena productiva de papaya en Espírito Santo.
Estructura Teórica: Se utilizó el enfoque de cadena productiva, el cual sirve como herramienta analítica para la realización de diagnósticos y simulaciones estratégicas de un producto en foco.
Proyecto/Metodología/Enfoque: En la elaboración de este estudio se adoptaron técnicas y procedimientos de investigación cuantitativos y cualitativos basados en el enfoque metodológico de cadenas productivas, también conocidos como: complejos agroindustriales, sistema agroalimentario, agronegocios, agronegocios, sistemas de innovación sectoriales. .
Conclusiones: En las propiedades rurales productoras de papaya, el promedio fue de 10,9 empleos. El promedio general de empleos por empresa que trabaja con papaya fue de 68,1 y, particularmente, en las empacadoras el promedio fue de 154,8 empleos. La cadena productiva de papaya tuvo un número mucho mayor de empleos en comparación con otras cadenas productivas de frutas en Espírito Santo. También cabe destacar que el tipo de relación laboral predominante es la formal y permanente.
Implicaciones sociales, prácticas y de investigación: El Estado de Espírito Santo es el mayor productor y exportador brasileño de papaya. Con innovación tecnológica ha garantizado la calidad y productividad de los cultivos, permitiendo atender los mercados internacionales más exigentes. Esta cadena constituye una importante fuente de empleo e ingresos para el Estado.
Originalidad/Valor: El estudio incluyó una investigación de campo con 93 productores y 14 empresas que forman parte de la cadena productiva de papaya en Espírito Santo.Proposta: Este estudo avaliou o emprego na cadeia produtiva do mamão no Espírito Santo.
Estrutura Teórica: Foi utilizada a abordagem das cadeias produtivas, a qual presta-se como instrumento analítico para a realização de diagnósticos e simulações estratégicas de um produto em foco.
Projeto/Metodologia/Abordagem: Na elaboração deste estudo, foram adotadas técnicas e procedimentos de pesquisa quantitativa e qualitativa com base na abordagem metodológica de cadeias produtivas, também denominados: complexos agroindustriais, sistema agroalimentar, agronegócios, agribusiness, sistemas setoriais de inovação.
Conclusões: Nas propriedades rurais produtoras de mamão a média foi de 10,9 empregos. A média geral de empregos por empresa que trabalham com mamão foi de 68,1 e, particularmente, nas packing house a média foi de 154,8 empregos. A cadeia produtiva do mamão apresentou um número muito superior de empregos quando comparado às demais cadeias produtivas da fruticultura capixaba. Destaca-se ainda que o tipo de vínculo de emprego predominante é o formal e permanente.
Implicações Sociais, Práticas e de Pesquisa: O Estado do Espírito Santo é o maior produtor e exportador brasileiro de mamão. Com inovação tecnológica, vem garantindo a qualidade e a produtividade das lavouras, possibilitando atender os mercados internacionais mais exigentes. Esta cadeia constitui-se em uma importante fonte de emprego e renda para o Estado.
Originalidade/Valor: O estudo contemplou uma pesquisa de campo com 93 produtores e 14 empresas que fazem parte da cadeia produtiva do mamão no Espírito Santo
REGULATION AS PANACEA FOR MICROFINANCE FAILURE IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: A CRITICAL REVIEW
Get PDFObjective: The objective of this paper was to examine Regulations as a panacea to microfinance failure in Northern Nigeria.
Design/Methodology/Approach: This study critically examined 14 peer-reviewed empirical papers on a range of topics related to the failure of microfinance. The evidence obtained from this review and the authors’ deep understanding of the microfinance institutions’ failure causes formed the development of a practical implementation blueprint for achieving effective management of the microfinance finance institutions in Northern Nigeria.
Findings: The lack of effective regulations that reflect the specificities of Microfinance Institutions has affected their successful management.
Practical Implications: The regulation blueprint gives an idea of how the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in conjunction with the Nigeria Deposit and Insurance Cooperation (NDIC) and the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) can minimize the failure of our microfinance institutions in Northern Nigeria and Nigeria at large.
Originality/Value: As a critical review, this study adds to the existing body of research by emphasizing the importance of microfinance sustainability to financial inclusion and poverty alleviation, through a review of works of diverse authors from different jurisdictions
INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT FOR ENTERPRISES DEVELOPMENT IN EMERGING MARKETS- EVIDENCE FROM BANK OF INDUSTRY LAGOS NIGERIA
Get PDFObjectives: The enormous impact of the micro small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) sector in emerging economies is invaluable vis-à-vis competitiveness of national economies, productivity, growth, employment prospects, poverty reduction and sustainable livelihood has long been recognised widely. This paper critically examines the Bank of Industries (BOI) initiatives to facilitate the development of entrepreneurial activities within the MSMEs sector in Nigeria. The study selected 128 agribusiness entrepreneurs within Lagos metropolis using structured questionnaires and interview schedules for BOI officials.
Methodology: The paper espouses mixed methodology incorporating qualitative and quantitative approaches relying on primary and secondary data with empirical evidence presented and analysed using SPSS.
Findings: The core motives of this paper are to appraise extensively the disbursement of MSMEs intervention funds to entrepreneurs, the BOI supportive mechanism to extensively support MSMEs sector and to ascertain the effectiveness of BOI monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems on programs if any.
Results and Discussions: The study revealed the constraints impeding the BOI capacity to overhaul the MSMEs sector vis-à-vis internal and environmental influences. Likewise, the institution initiatives to support the MSMEs sector embraces capacity building and capital available for entrepreneurs to harness the bank’s programs characterised by numerous factors revealed within the study. The paper uncovered the BOI meaningful role which includes business linkages, jobs opportunities and poverty alleviation with significant impact to stimulate economic development and recommended that the BOI should circumvent political interference and partisan politics, incorporate result-based monitoring and evaluation systems for the institution programmes, publicity and awareness of the BOI programmes and initiatives, the removal of stringent loan conditions to enable fund accessible to entrepreneurs.
Conclusion: If the findings from the study are well harnessed, the recommendations will reposition BOI policies and programs for effectiveness and vastly boost the entire MSMEs sector and the nation’s economy at large
AN EMPIRICAL STUDY AND STATE OF PLAY OF THE LINK BETWEEN M&A OPERATIONS AND PERFORMANCE OF COMPANIES
Get PDFObjective: The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of external growth on firm's performance, with the aim of verify the changes that performance may have before and after M&A operation.
Theoretical Framework: In this topic, the main concepts and theories that underpin the research are presented. Efficiency theory, Value theory stand out among theories that better justify reasons why shareholders choose to deal with M&A, and thus provid a solid basis for understanding the context of the investigation.
Method: The methodology adopted for this research comprises regression analysis of Return of assets of selected firms. Data collection was carried out through CapitalIQ5 platform based in firms that belong to MENA region and carried out M&A operations between 01/01/2022 and 31/12/2022
Results and Discussion: The results obtained revealed the global evolutions of effect on the short term of the M&A operations on the companies’ performance, represented by the RoE, is globally negative by the linear hypothesis considered. In the discussion section, these results are in lign with general expectations of the operations that are basically long term.
Research Implications: The practical and theoretical implications of this research proove the negative short term impact of the M&A operations on financial performance of firms which allowed us to judge that a study spread over time will lead us to more meaningful conclusions.
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by trying to study the impact of M&A opperations on financial perfomance in theoretical and empircal ways. The relevance and value of this research are evidenced by using regressions and t test statistics in order to deduct the impact of M&A operations
MÉTODO DE AVALIAÇÃO DA PERCEPÇÃO AMBIENTAL EM UMA SITUAÇÃO DE EMERGÊNCIA COM AUXÍLIO DA REALIDADE VIRTUAL E DE BIOFEEDBACK
Get PDFObjetivo: Construir um método para avaliar a percepção ambiental individual em uma situação de emergência, priorizando a percepção arquitetônica e, com isso, avaliar sua contribuição no processo de orientação.
Referencial Teórico: Foi realizada uma revisão da literatura sobre os seguintes temas: comportamento humano, simulação computacional, Realidade Virtual (VR) e biofeedback.
Método: Criou-se um ambiente virtual com oito pontos de decisão, cada um explorando diferentes atributos arquitetônicos. Para mensurar o nível de estresse, utilizou-se um equipamento de biofeedback para captar a variação da frequência cardíaca (VFC). Para a coleta de dados, aplicou-se uma entrevista semiestruturada, a fim de determinar o nível de consciência (NC) e a visualização dos atributos arquitetônicos (VAA).
Resultados e Discussão: O método mostrou-se eficiente, pois foi possível determinar se os participantes estavam transmitindo uma percepção real. Independentemente do estado de coerência cardíaca, o Nível de Consciência (NC) e a Visualização dos Atributos Arquitetônicos (VAA) apresentaram pontos percentuais próximos. Isso demonstra que a falta de coerência cardíaca impactou na visualização dos atributos arquitetônicos e, consequentemente, no nível de consciência.
Implicações da Pesquisa: O estudo tem relevância no campo da evacuação emergencial e nas simulações computacionais. O método foi aplicado em uma instituição de ensino, e suas implicações são significativas, mas deve ser ampliado para outros setores e públicos.
Originalidade/Valor: Este estudo contribui para a literatura por envolver a criação de um ambiente virtual diferenciado, que apresenta sempre a mesma tomada de decisão, independentemente das decisões anteriores. A relevância do estudo reside na influência da percepção arquitetônica em situações de emergência
ADAPTABILITY SKILL AND ITS ROLE IN THE SUCCESSFUL IMPLEMENTATION OF SAP SYSTEM IN ALGERIAN HYDROCARBONS SECTOR: CASE STUDY IN THE SKIKDA HYDROCARBONS SECTOR
Get PDFPurpose: This study evaluates the prevalence of adaptability skills among personnel at Skikda hydrocarbons institutions and investigates the strategies employed to cultivate these skills. The aim is to understand their significance in the effective implementation of the SAP system within the organization.
Methodology: The research utilized a descriptive analytical approach, involving the dissemination of questionnaires to employees within the Skikda hydrocarbons sector. A total of 61 out of 70 distributed forms were retrieved and subsequently analyzed using the SPSS software.
Results: Analysis revealed that the respondents exhibit adaptability skills, characterized by the acquisition of related personal traits. Additionally, it was noted that management is actively involved in enhancing these skills among the workforce.
Practical Implications: Based on the findings, the study recommends that management should consistently apply change management strategies and foster innovation by empowering employees with a stake in decision-making processes. Such measures are anticipated to significantly enhance the prospects for a successful SAP system implementation..
Originality/Value: This research contributes to the understanding of adaptability skills in the hydrocarbons sector and highlights the critical role these skills play in the successful deployment of complex information systems like SAP. It underscores the necessity of strategic employee involvement and proactive skill enhancement in organizational change processes
THE ROLE OF THE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS INCUBATORS IN ACCOMPANYING AND SUPPORTING THE INNOVATIVE PROJECTS IN THE LIGHT OF DECREE 1275 – A PILOT STUDY FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF GHARDAIA UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Get PDFObjective: This study aims at showing the role of the university business incubators in accompanying and supporting the innovative projects from the perspective of the students enrolled in the startups projects at the faculties of the University of Ghardaia in 2022-2023 in the light of the ministerial decree 1275.
Theoretical Framework: decree 1275 aims at motivating and accompanying the university students in establishing startups to increase the job opportunities and strengthen the local economy, as the youths shall learn planning for the professional and entrepreneurial futures instead of targeting governmental jobs.
Method: In this regard, we used an electronic questionnaire for data collection from a sample of 60 male and female students who had been chosen on purpose. In addition, we used the analytical descriptive method because it is the most suitable for the study.
Results and Discussion: Our findings show that the university business incubators have an important role in supporting and accompanying the innovative projects, and in the creative thinking and providing solutions. Besides, they can support the innovative projects in the light of the ministerial decree 1275.
Research Implications: The study recommends fostering the awareness about the role and advantages of the business incubators, and providing the financial support to the innovative students. Besides, it is necessary to provide the technical and counselling support from the industry and business experts..
Originality/Value: The significance and worth of this research are demonstrated by increasing awareness and focusing on the additional benefits that university business incubators may offer to beginning companies, as well as to the whole national economy
THE EFFECTS ON U.S. IMPORTATION: RISE OF CRYPTOCURRENCY AND TRADITIONAL CURRENCIES
Get PDFObjective: This paper aims to investigate both short and long run interactions between the U.S. Imports, Bitcoin, Gold, and U.S. Dollar by applying monthly data from January of 2011 to December of 2023.
Theoretical Framework: The United States has been experiencing trade deficit for the past several years. Hence, prices of cryptocurrency and traditional currencies are also increasing that may serve a connection with the increasing trade deficit.
Method: This study utilized Unit Root, Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL), and Granger Causality to examine the relationship between all the variables.
Results and Discussion: The results of this study revealed that the U.S. Dollar has a positive relationship with the increasing U.S. Imports in the short run while the rest of the variables are insignificant. Notably, Bitcoin revealed a positive significant relationship with U.S. Imports in the long run while the rest of the variables remained insignificant.
Research Implications: This study has implied that the rise cryptocurrency mainly Bitcoin and traditional currencies specifically the U.S. Dollar and Gold has an implication with the current trade deficit being faced in the United States.
Originality/Value: This study unraveled the implications of cryptocurrency and traditional currencies to a macroeconomic variable, specifically imports. Furthermore, this study wishes to contribute within the field of cryptocurrency as it can change the system of financial technology and its relationship with traditional currencies implying a greater impact for the global economy, as it is showing great potential for the future of finance with its global adoption
THE FACTORS INFLUENCING BUSINESS SUSTAINABILITY OF FOOD TRUCK ENTREPRENEURS: A CASE OF NELSON MANDELA BAY, SOUTH AFRICA
Get PDFPurpose: Within the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality in South Africa, no record of factors that inhibit the successful pursuit of the food truck business exists. This study closes this gap, as its chief goal was to ascertain the factors influencing the sustainability of food truck entrepreneurs in Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB).
Theoretical Framework: The study used a conceptual framework developed from previous studies on factors that affect food truck entrepreneurs and business sustainability.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Data for the study was collected through semi-structured interviews with seven food truck entrepreneurs from NMB. The data was analysed using thematic analysis.
Findings: Reviewing the factors that have been highlighted in this study, it is evident that several factors are most important for a food truck business to remain sustainable and profitable. It was established that both internal and external factors play an important role in the success of a food truck business. A framework that highlights the factors influencing a food truck business in NMB has been created for ease of use by entrepreneurs in the food truck industry.
Research, Practical & Social Implications: Prospective and current practitioners in the field can predict the long-term success of their endeavours by understanding the factors. The framework can also be used by metro officials and local governments to determine where support might be needed to promote and support entrepreneurs in their business ventures by reviewing policies and regulations.
Originality/Value: Improved regulations could help food truck owners grow their businesses, employ more people, and upskill others
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR TEACHING SITUATED ENTREPRENEURSHIP: A CASE STUDY IN A HIGHER EDUCATION
Get PDFPurpose: To present, through a case study, two technological tools for the playful-business teaching of entrepreneurship, one called the digital channel "cvivo.digital," and another of a curricular type called "Didactic Contents for Entrepreneurship."
Theoretical Framework: The Communication Revolution poses a challenge to one of the oldest and most persistent problems in the world, and technological tools represent determining factors in entrepreneurship processes (González et al., 2020).
Design/Methodology/Approach: As a methodological strategy, the phases of conceiving, designing, implementing, and operating (CDIO) were implemented. Although originally a teaching strategy in engineering, it is also applicable to research processes in other fields of knowledge. The stated stages were accompanied by documentary reviews, exercises of participant observation, and pilot testing, leading to the materialization of the technological tools.
Findings: The results highlighted the joint management and circulation of knowledge (students-teachers), functionality, usability, and portability of technological tools according to the real context of students and the current and growing challenges of entrepreneurship in Colombia.
Research, Practical & Social Implications: The article shows a path to promote and strengthen entrepreneurship in higher education by offering the pillars that can contribute to this important task for society.
Originality/Value: The results reflect an innovative way of addressing formative needs and promoting innovation, inviting reflection and experimentation with these forms of university work in various contexts