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Economic evolution of Durres University: A historical perspective from 1803 to 2030
Get PDFThe purpose of this study was to examine the history of the development of Alexander Moisiu University of Durres to form recommendations for its future development. It also remained important to form advices in the context of the future development of universities to ensure the improvement of the entire field of education. The main methods that were used in the framework of the study were analysis, forecasting, and comparison. The paper considered the features of the development of the city of Durres, its role for the country, and the main areas of activity. Subsequently, the history of the main local Alexander Moisiu University, which was founded in 2006, was evaluated. It was concluded that, despite significant successes, there are still difficulties and problems in its development. In this regard, actions were proposed (from the standpoint of the university’s management staff) to improve the quality of the university’s development in the future. Special attention was paid to components of innovation, digitalisation, and sustainable development. The conclusions showed that close cooperation between the municipality and the university will lead to mutually beneficial consequences, which is why representatives of both sides should be interested in this. The conclusions generated within the framework of the study can be used both to develop the future strategy of Alexander Moisiu University and to form a state strategy in the field of education in genera
Effectiveness of hybrid workplace and its sustainable impact of determinants of organizational commitment among it companies
Get PDFOrganizational structures have shifted, and new methods of operation have been brought to light, by the recent health crisis. Although many businesses have already started working remotely again, things will not be going back to how they were before the crisis. This is even though remote work seemed to be a vital tool for reducing contamination risks in the workplace. Hybrid work structures, where employees work remotely and in person, will become increasingly common across various IT sectors. Hence, the present study examine the effectiveness of the Hybrid workplace on the organizational commitment in the selected IT companies. The methodology applied here is a stratified sampling method for collecting data from employees working in IT companies around 210 employees participated in the survey. Two factors have been observed for the study one is the effectiveness of the hybrid workplace and the second one is determinants of organizational commitment. The SEM model has been applied to examine the significant impact of is effectiveness of the hybrid workplace on determinants of organizational commitment. Results show there is a significant impact of the effectiveness of the hybrid workplace on determinants of organizational commitment. Thus, it is suggested that for better organizational commitment among employees of IT companies, organizations should develop and propagate a hybrid working mode
Customer satisfaction in retail services: a study with reference to Kottayam district in Kerala
Get PDFPurpose: the main aim of this research paper is to ascertain the factors influencing the service quality of retail services in the study area and to identify the strategies of retail services leading to customer satisfaction of retail services as well as to measure the influence of demographic variables on the level of satisfaction of retail services.
Method: the comprehensive framework for ascertaining customer satisfaction on service quality of retail services was subsequently accompanied by the collection of data through a structured questionnaire. The researcher used convenience sampling method and collected 384 responses and used confirmatory factor analysis, linear multiple regression analysis, structural equation model and one way analysis of variance.
Findings: it is found that the customer satisfaction of retail services and their quality can be judged by the retail stores location and the relationship maintained by the employees. The customers expect the staff in the retail services have good knowledge about the products and to have empathy in dealing with their customers. The ambience of retail services outlets and their layout are the predominant factors offer best satisfaction to the customers.
Practical Implications: the present research is focusing on the unaddressed issues to determine the factors of retail services empirically namely, the strategies of retailer services having their limitations of measurement and how can they be measured, the role of service quality on offering customer satisfaction through the retailer’s services and the demographic variables deciding the level of satisfaction of customers on retail services.
Originality/Value: the quality of retail service comprises a healthy interaction between service seekers and service providers. The retailers strategies are to be designed in such a way the performance exceeds the expectations of customers and make them as the customers with high satisfaction and delighted and need to ascertain the factors responsible for customer satisfaction in retail services in retail sector, which is not much done by past researcher
Exploring the influence of sensory brand recognition on brand loyalty within the quick service restaurant industry: an analysis of branded food retailers in Kerala
Get PDFIn today\u27s competitive business landscape, organized retail establishments are facing formidable challenges from online counterparts, while fast-food retailers are also facing the pressure. The rise in popularity of online food delivery apps has compelled organized restaurant businesses to swiftly adapt and innovate to thrive in this new business environment. When customers order food through online, the differentiating factor primarily is the taste of the food. However, when customers physically visit a restaurant, their experience is influenced by four additional sensory elements present in the retail outlet: sight, smell, sound, and touch. These sensory elements are intentionally employed by companies to position and distinguish their brand from competitors. This study intends to investigate how these sensory components affect consumers\u27 perceptions of quality, which in turn affect purchase intentions. The study focuses on a selection of internationally recognized retail food outlets, with a significant presence across the globe, that have established locations in three major cities in Kerala: Kochi, Trivandrum, and Kozhikod
An Empirical analysis of the effect of user behavior based on marketing sustainable fashion
Get PDFUser behavior has had a significant impact on the fashion sector\u27s marketing strategy. Environmental knowledge, market attitude, social conditioning, and value perception worth all had a favorable influence on the buying, but market attitude had the significant impacts. This study used a decision-making model that encompassed cognition, emotive, and behavior intentions to examine customer behavior of product consumer engagement. On the questionnaires, the demographic and hypothesis measurement items were separated. Only 370 of the 500 persons who applied have any previous experience shopping in the fashion industry. The major factors used to measure hypotheses are Promotional Strategy, Customer Satisfaction, Relationship Satisfaction, Purchase Intent, Loyalty Intention, and Participation Intention. All elements were evaluated using a 5-point Likert scale to measure from 1 – 5. This study also suggests that in order to achieve marketing goals and achieve long-term effectiveness for businesses, marketing content should be followed by Marketing Activity (MA) and Customer Experience (CE
ANOVA statistical analysis for determining the optimum contain of waste powders in concrete
Get PDFReusing and recycling waste are efficient ways to reduce waste production while dealing with associated environmental issues. The applications still have a lot of opportunity for improvement, though. This academic article discusses recycled glass and eggshell waste used in construction. The impact of these wastes on specific mechanical characteristics was examined. These wastes have been used as powder and partially substituted for cement in concrete. From the results, it was found that utilizing 10 % glass powder (G) with 5 % eggshell powder (E) gave the highest compressive strength by about 16,37 %, 9,63 %, and 10,85 % at 7, 28, and 56 days, respectively compared to the control specimen. For the same mix, UPV increased by about 14,28 %, 6,66 %, and 6,8 % at 7, 28, and 56 days, respectively compared to the control specimens. The mix contains 10 % G with 15 % E powders impacted negatively on properties of concrete. The tensile strengths increased similarly to the compressive strengths, as they increased at 5 % E and began to gradually decrease when the compensation ratio was increased. Utilizing G and E wastes in concrete has been evaluated using an ANOVA statistical study. Analysis reveals that these wastes had a substantial impact on the strength and other variations of concrete properties, and the optimal E to be used with 10 % G is 5
Effect of Concrete Slab on Built-up Double Web Castellated Steel Beam under Combined Flexural and Torsion Load
Get PDFThe research examines the behavior and reactions of six double-web steel sections of non-composite and composite-reinforced concrete deck slabs and castellated steel beams. The composite beams with concrete slabs and non-composite steel beams with different levels of castellation were isolated from the specimens at 0 %, 25 %, and 50 %. The ultimate strength, load at cracking, failure mechanism, load/deflection relationship at midspan, stiffness, and ductility were evaluated. The concrete slab increased the ultimate load by 61,1 %, 63,3 %, and 55,5 % for castellation ratios of 0 %, 25 %, and 50 %, respectively. The non-composite and composite castellated beams\u27 shear strength decreased as the expansion ratio increased. The angle twist of non-composite samples was greater than that of composite samples due to their greater ductility and lower stiffness. The concrete slab also restricted the samples and reduced their rotatio
Use of the Zebrafish Model as a tool to evaluate the anti- inflammatory and antioxidant activity of molecules. Literature Review
Get PDFIntroduction: the evaluation of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in biological models is crucial for advancing pharmacological research. The zebrafish model (Danio rerio) is increasingly used due to its genetic similarity to humans and its translational relevance in drug discovery. This work synthesizes the existing literature on the use of zebrafish as a model for testing the efficacy of various substances with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Methods: a comprehensive literature review was conducted using the Web of Science database. Search terms included "zebra fish," "antioxidant," "anti-inflammatory," "model," and "Danio rerio." Out of fifty articles initially reviewed, thirty-three met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed further. These articles were categorized based on the source of the substances tested, including plant extracts, compounds extracted from plants, chemical compounds, and other sources.
Results: the reviewed studies utilized a variety of methods to assess the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in zebrafish, including observational assays and molecular techniques. The substances tested were derived mainly from plant extracts and chemical compounds. The analysis highlights significant variability in methodology and outcomes, reflecting both the versatility and the challenges of using zebrafish in this type of research.
Conclusions: the zebrafish model is a valuable tool for studying antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, offering several advantages including genetic tractability, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to observe phenotypic changes in vivo. However, standardization of methodologies and a deeper understanding of the model’s limitations are essential for maximizing its utility in biomedical research. This review provides a foundation for future studies aiming to optimize zebrafish use in evaluating therapeutic agents
The Business Paradox: Exploring the interaction between the Business Clock and the Sustainable Development Goals through an ethical, sustainable and well-being prism
Get PDFThis research focuses on the need for companies to improve in various areas of performance and achieve positive outcomes. Twelve key variables were identified, including ethics, global leadership, teamwork, effective communication, education/training, technology, sustainability, negotiation, financial management, productivity, decision-making, and corporate happiness, which are essential for the balanced growth of any organization. These variables represent the twelve hours of the corporate clock and, when properly managed, balancing the tangible and intangible aspects, they lead to long-term prosperous results. Additionally, connections were analyzed and established between these variables, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and Mercader\u27s Ethical Values Taxonomy. Questionnaires were administered to graduate professionals, using a Likert scale, to assess the need for these variables in companies. A total of 4,207 responses were obtained, which were analyzed along with the participants\u27 gender. The results provide an understanding of the priorities, realities, and relevance of the studied business variables. This research is novel, as it has not been previously conducted in its entirety or reflected upon the empirical data obtained. Despite their apparent simplicity, these data represent the realities and effects within the organizational and business environment. Therefore, this study is highly relevant for entrepreneurs, professionals, traders, entrepreneurs, educators, and others, as it enables self-analysis, the application of new experiences, and the attainment of benefit
Trends and risk factors in musculoskeletal disorders among stomatologists
Get PDFIntroduction: stomatologists face musculoskeletal disorders due to inadequate postures and unfavorable ergonomic conditions at work, with an increase in risk with work experience, underscoring the importance of prevention. Methods: a cross-sectional observational study was conducted on musculoskeletal disorders in stomatologists in Guanabacoa, Havana, with 48 participants. Data were collected by means of surveys and postural observations, respecting ethical principles and obtaining informed consent. Results and discussion: this study shows that stomatologists between 35 and 44 years old are the most affected by musculoskeletal disorders, with the majority having between 11 and 20 years of work experience. Women present more disorders than men, although there is no statistical association between gender and disorders. It is highlighted that inadequate postures during work, especially in the cervical area and shoulders, may contribute to these problems. In addition, technical problems in dental units may also play a role. It is essential to consider working postures and ergonomic conditions to prevent these disorders. Conclusion: a high frequency of risk factors was observed, being for the female sex and the EGI specialty the most common. A preference was found for seated work and the use of inadequate postures, which resulted in a greater number of affections in the cervical region and shoulders. In addition, a close relationship was established between inadequate postures and non-ergonomic dental units with the occurrence of musculoskeletal disorder