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Digital Governance Model for Peruvian University Academic Management
Full text linkThe objective was establishing a digital governance model to improve academic management at the Universidad Nacional de San Martín, Tarapoto, 2024. The study was applied with a quantitative approach, non-experimental design, and cross-sectional. The population included 537 teachers, from which a sample of 97 was selected through non-probabilistic sampling. The results showed that digital governance significantly improved academic management, especially in interoperability and data governance dimensions. However, critical areas such as digital security and digital services were identified. The validated proposal included strategies focused on digital technologies, digital identity, and interoperability to optimize academic and administrative processes. It was concluded that the digital governance model improved academic management according to the opinion of the validating experts, replicable in other higher education institutions, facilitating compliance with educational quality standards, and digital inclusion in higher education
SMEs Longevity: The Wax of Learning Orientation
Full text linkLongevity is the soul of businesses. Nevertheless, failure/closed-shop rates for Nigerian SMEs are 80% within the first five years of inception. Moreover, can learning orientation and its proxies (intra-organizational knowledge sharing, open-mindedness, goal-oriented learning) serve to wax and revamp the narrative on SME longevity? The paper implemented a cross-sectional survey research design to obtain empirical data from 471 owners/managers of SMEs in South-West Nigeria through a structured questionnaire. The simple random sampling technique was used, while the reliability and validity tests were determined based on the pilot study results. The partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) analysis findings revealed that learning orientation had a negative and insignificant effect on SMEs longevity in South-West, Nigeria [(Adj R2= 0.038; F2 = 0.005; SRMR = 0.430, NFI = 0.445, p < 0.05)]. Besides, the effect size of the proxies was small (2.5%, 0.7%, and 0.5% respectively) but statistically significant on SMEs longevity. Therefore, SME managers/owners should reassess their approach to learning orientation components to enhance intra-organizational knowledge sharing, promote a more open-minded culture, and emphasize goal-oriented learning to revamp SME longevity in the short and long run
A Comparative Study of The Northern and Southern Styles of Zhuang Opera in the Guangxi Zhuang Aotonomous Region, China
Full text linkZhuang Opera is deeply rooted in the traditions, beliefs, and lifestyles of the Zhuang people, yet it faces numerous challenges in the context of globalization and modernization. In 2006, Zhuang Opera was recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage of China, offering an opportunity for its preservation. However, it continues to struggle with issues such as talent shortages, regional fragmentation, and the erosion of traditional practices. This study compares the two primary regional styles of Zhuang Opera—Northern and Southern—analyzing differences in dialects, musical styles, vocal techniques, instrumentation, and performance practices. Through fieldwork, interviews with practitioners, and detailed comparative musical analysis, the study reveals how these stylistic variations reflect the cultural values of the Northern and Southern traditions of Zhuang Opera. It also provides guidelines for the future development of Zhuang Opera, aiming to contribute to its preservation and revitalization while ensuring its continued significance in the cultural life of the Zhuang people
Assessment on the Economic Value of Ecosystem Services in Marine Protected Area: Focusing on Yilan Region in Taiwan
Full text linkCoastal and marine ecosystems deliver critical ecological and economic benefits. This study evaluates ecosystem services from Toucheng and Suao fishery resource conservation zones (FRCZs) within a Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Taiwan's Yilan region, using the contingent valuation method (CVM). Public willingness to pay (WTP) for conservation is influenced by factors such as age (AGE), income (INC), environmental organization participation (EPO), perceived conservation importance (IMP), and number of children (CHI), reflecting sustainability awareness. The estimated total economic value (TEV) of ecosystem services is NT6.51 million) annually within the MPA, and NT44.98 million) across the Yilan region. We further calculate the economic value (EV) for different ecosystem services (provisioning, regulating, supporting and cultural) based on respondents' WTP. The results show provisioning services have the highest EV (26.90%) with NT841.73. Regulating services are valued at NT748.94 (22.61%). These findings inform strategies for optimizing ecosystem service management in the region. Policymakers may prioritize high-value services, such as provisioning (e.g., sustainable harvesting) and supporting functions (e.g., habitat conservation), in line with public preferences. Concurrently, efforts should address lower-valued services, including regulating and cultural functions, through awareness initiatives or balanced investment across different service types
Consumer Perceptions of Stablecoins in Nigeria: What Drives Adoption, What Inhibits it?
Full text linkStablecoin use in emerging economies remains uneven, underscoring the importance of understanding the perceptions that shape adoption. This study explored how stability, security, usefulness, regulatory protection, and social acceptability influence stablecoin adoption in Nigeria. Guided by the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Perceived Risk Theory (PRT), data from 403 users were analysed using structural equation modelling. Findings indicate that stability, security, usefulness, and regulation significantly influence adoption, while social acceptability plays a modest role. Together, these factors explained a large share of adoption behaviour. The study contributes to existing models by combining TAM’s focus on usefulness with PRT’s risk-reduction perspective, providing a more comprehensive view of adoption decisions. Practical lessons point to the importance of clearer regulation, stronger security, and utility-focused innovations. Although limited by its cross-sectional design and reliance on self-reports, the study opens the door for future cross-country and longitudinal research
What Makes a Striker Valuable? Strategic, Athletic, and Commercial Determinants in Modern Football
Full text linkThe financial valuation of professional football players is a critical component of the strategic and financial management of sports clubs. This paper focuses on strikers and attempts to provide a thorough review of the international literature on the factors affecting their transfer value. Strikers play a key role in achieving victory through their contribution to scoring, which makes their accurate valuation crucial. The study identifies and categorizes the factors of valuation into competitive, individual, and professional/commercial. Furthermore, it highlights the multi-factorial nature of value, as well as the dynamic influence of non-race factors such as popularity, commercial appeal, and social media presence. The finding that competitive performance, with an emphasis on goals, is the most important factor is supported by most research. However, there is an emerging shift towards more holistic models of valuation, where psychological, tactical, and extra-territorial dimensions are considered, demonstrating the need for multi-level approaches in modern football management
Assessing the Economic Growth Impact of Digital Innovation and Skill Acquisition: A Quantitative Analysis of the Nigeria Immigration Service
Full text linkAs e-governance becomes more imperative, governmental institutions in developing countries have come under increasing pressure to apply digital technologies to facilitate governmental services. One such organisation is the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), mandated to grow the country’s economy through trade facilitation and accurate collection of data on imports and exports for economic analysis and strategic planning. Consequently, we examined the role of digitalisation of the NIS in the growth of Nigeria’s economy and, whether digital skill acquisition by NIS staff plays a part in that process. The study was based on a cross-sectional survey of 375 immigration staff across the six geopolitical regions of Nigeria. Aided by Covariance-Based Structural Equation Modelling (CB-SEM) of data via AMOS, we found that digitalisation of the NIS directly supports economic growth (operationalised as trade and investment facilitation). Digitalisation of the NIS also leads to more training and skill-acquisition for staff. In turn, this increase in skills makes a stronger impact on trade and investment facilitation (i.e. economic growth). What the data trends suggest is that staff skill acquisition helped explain how and why digital tools lead to economic growth. The study implies that digitalisation isn’t enough. To make impactful contributions to the economic, Nigerian institutions also needs to invest in her people, supporting them with the right skills to use these innovative tools effectively. This study highlights the importance of combining technology with human development to make public services convenient and smarter and, the economy, even stronger
The Influence of Digital Marketing on Sustainability-Oriented Supply Chain Innovation and Workforce-Driven Performance: Evidence from Saudi Arabia
Full text linkThis study investigates the strategic role of digital marketing in fostering sustainable supply chain innovation and improving market performance within the context of Saudi Arabia. Drawing on the Resource-Based View and dynamic capabilities theory, the research conceptualizes digital marketing not solely as a communication mechanism but as a strategic organizational resource capable of reshaping sustainability practices and strengthening competitive advantage. Beyond technological efficiency, sustainability has become a core objective of smart supply chain transformation. Achieving sustainable performance increasingly depends on digitally augmented workforce capabilities that enable managers and employees to make informed, responsible, and proactive decisions across supply chain operations. Using survey data collected from 100 respondents and analyzed through Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling, the findings reveal that digital marketing has a positive and significant impact on both sustainable supply chain innovation and market performance. Specifically, digital marketing acts as a catalyst for sustainability-oriented innovation across supply chains while simultaneously contributing to enhanced performance outcomes, including higher sales, greater market share, and successful entry into new markets. These results highlight the dual contribution of digital marketing: aligning firms with environmental and social priorities while supporting superior competitive positioning. The study underscores the importance for managers to view digital marketing as a critical enabler of sustainable competitiveness. It also encourages future research to examine potential boundary conditions, including industry characteristics and levels of technological maturity
The Future of 5G and Digital Experience: Enhancing Customer Engagement and Retention in UAE Telecom
Full text linkThe deployment of 5G technology is revolutionizing customer engagement in the telecom industry, offering faster connectivity, ultra-low latency, and seamless digital experiences. This study explores the impact of 5G-driven digital transformation on customer retention in the UAE telecom sector by examining how advanced technologies—such as AI-powered chatbots, real-time analytics, immersive AR/VR experiences, and IoT integration—enhance user engagement and satisfaction. Employing a qualitative research approach, this study conducts in-depth interviews with 15 industry experts, including telecom executives, digital transformation specialists, and customer experience strategists. Thematic analysis is applied to extract key insights on the benefits, challenges, and future potential of 5G in fostering customer loyalty. Findings reveal that while 5G enables hyper-personalization, seamless omnichannel experiences, and improved customer support mechanisms, telecom providers face significant challenges, including high infrastructure costs, data privacy concerns, and regulatory compliance. The study contributes to existing research by providing a strategic framework for telecom operators to leverage 5G in customer retention initiatives. Additionally, it offers practical implications for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and digital marketers in optimizing 5G-driven customer engagement models. By bridging the gap between technological advancements and customer loyalty strategies, this research presents actionable recommendations for sustainable growth in the UAE telecom industry
Enhancing Patient Management Effectiveness: The Roles of Transformational Leadership, Safety Culture, Employee Satisfaction, and Service Digitalization in the Digital Healthcare Era
Full text linkThe effectiveness of patient management in hospitals is influenced by transformational leadership, patient safety culture, and employee satisfaction. In the digital era, technology plays a crucial role in improving managerial efficiency. This study examines the relationship between these factors and patient management effectiveness, with service digitalization as a moderating variable. This study aims to analyze the influence of transformational leadership, patient safety culture, and employee satisfaction on patient management effectiveness while exploring the role of service digitalization as a moderator. An explanatory approach with a quantitative research design was used. Data were collected through a Likert-scale questionnaire from 207 employees of Dian Husada Hospital Mojokerto and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings show that employee satisfaction positively affects patient management effectiveness, while patient safety culture has a negative influence. Transformational leadership positively impacts employee satisfaction but does not directly affect patient management effectiveness. Meanwhile, service digitalization does not show a significant moderating effect. These results suggest that hospitals should focus on improving employee satisfaction and managing safety culture effectively. Strengthening transformational leadership is essential to creating a supportive work environment, while optimizing service digitalization can enhance employee performance. This study fills a gap in the literature on factors influencing patient management effectiveness and the role of digitalization in hospital settings. However, its cross-sectional design and limited hospital sample restrict generalizability. Future studies should use longitudinal approaches with broader samples for better external validity