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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
Airport Infrastructure Development: A Comprehensive Impact Review
Get PDFPurpose: Airports play a vital role in global transportation networks, facilitating the movement of people, goods, and services, while also serving as catalysts for economic growth; however, it also has an environmental and social impact that needs to be analyzed. This literature review aims to address knowledge gaps concerning the influence of airport infrastructure on economic, socio-economic, environmental, and sustainability factors.
Theoretical Framework: Adopts a multidisciplinary approach, blending economic, environmental, and societal theories of impact.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The SPAR-4-SLR protocol was utilized, analyzing a comprehensive set of 32 scientific papers categorized within the previously mentioned areas.
Findings: Several areas were identified that require further investigation, including strategies to mitigate the environmental impact of airports, assessment of socio-economic implications on local communities, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of airport operations.
Originality/Value: Going beyond the conventional focus, the study provides original insights that extend the understanding of direct economic benefits, environmental consequences, and societal impacts. By synthesizing diverse perspectives, this research contributes significantly to the discourse on airport development, making it an invaluable resource for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers
A Multi-Objective de Novo Programming Models: a Review
Get PDFPurpose: In this article, the published articles of this type of programming (DNP) were reviewed and classified according to the conditions of its use into two types: 1) De Novo programming under certainty, 2) De Novo programming under uncertainty, and the second type has been classified into four types: 1) Interval de novo programming, 2) Fuzzy de novo programming, 3) Type-II Fuzzy de novo programming, 4) Stochastic de novo programming, in addition to that, the articles were classified according to the author’s, years of publication, type of (DNP) model, solution approach, validation and field of application.
Theoretical Framework: Most of the methods used in operations research focus on maximizing or optimizing existing available systems, but there are other suggested methods and methodologies that have been applied to design new systems such as De Novo programming, so there is a difference between improving an available system and designing an improved system.
Design/Methodology/Approach: We analyzed the De novo programming from 2017 to 2023. We identified when, who, where and what was published on the subject.
Findings: The results of this study resulted in a number of conclusions, including: that all the proposed models in the improvement of the De Novo programming model seek to design an optimum system by removing trade-offs between goals and redesigning the model. Through the articles reviewed and especially the uncertainty in the model, the researchers used fuzzy programming the most in addressing the uncertainty of FDNP: reaching 31%, either SDNP: 5%, FIDNP: 3% and IDNP: 3%.
Research, Practical & Social Implications: We suggest a future research agenda and highlight to the methods that used to solve DNP under certainty and uncertainty.
Originality/Value: The results indicate that the number of publications is growing, and the application of de Novo programming in the fields of (agriculture, industry and irrigation) more than the rest of the fields
The Influence of Knowledge Sharing, Transformational Leadership on Organizational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB) and Job Satisfaction in the Msmes Sector in Minahasa
Get PDFPurpose: The purpose of this research is to analyze the relationship between transformational leadership on organizational citizenship behavior (OCB), transformational leadership on job satisfaction, job satisfaction on OCB, knowledge sharing on OCB, knowledge sharing on job satisfaction.
Theoretical Framework: Several research studies have explored the correlation between job satisfaction and knowledge sharing within the tourism industry, hese findings indicate that the sharing of knowledge can have a beneficial effect on job satisfaction within the MSMEs Sector.
Design/Methodology/Approach: This research method is quantitative through surveys, data obtained by distributing online questionnaires via social media to respondents. The respondents of this study were 378 MSMEs Sector in Minahasa who were determined by simple random sampling.
Findings: Employee trust in superiors has been proven to mediate the relationship between transformational leadership style and OCB, so management or the authorities are advised to be more selective in giving promotions to get officials who have competencies that are in accordance with their positions, have high integrity and have concern for their subordinates. In addition, officials or leaders whose competence is still lacking need to be improved through training. Job satisfaction has been proven to mediate the relationship between transformational leadership style and OCB, so that leaders or management is advised to pay more attention to aspects of job satisfaction, both intrinsic and extrinsic job satisfaction of employees.
Research, Practical & Social Implications: We suggest a future research agenda and highlight the contribution it makes to job satisfaction.
Originality/Value: The results indicate to deepen the study on OCB, it is also recommended for further research to examine each dimension of OCB.Objetivo: O objetivo desta pesquisa é analisar a relação entre liderança transformacional no comportamento de cidadania organizacional (OCB), liderança transformacional na satisfação no trabalho, satisfação no trabalho no OCB compartilhamento de conhecimento no OCB, compartilhamento de conhecimento na satisfação no trabalho
Referencial teórico: Vários estudos de investigação exploraram a correlação entre a satisfação no trabalho e a partilha de conhecimento na indústria do turismo. Estas conclusões indicam que a partilha de conhecimentos pode ter um efeito benéfico na satisfação profissional no setor das MPME
Desenho/metodologia/abordagem: Este método de pesquisa é quantitativo por meio de pesquisas, dados obtidos por meio da distribuição de questionários online nas redes sociais aos entrevistados. Os entrevistados deste estudo foram 378 setores de MPMEs em Minahasa, que foram determinados por amostragem aleatória simples.
Resultados: Foi comprovado que a confiança dos funcionários nos superiores medeia a relação entre o estilo de liderança transformacional e o OCB, portanto, a administração ou as autoridades são aconselhadas a serem mais seletivas na concessão de promoções para obter funcionários que tenham competências que estejam de acordo com suas posições, tenham alta integridade e se preocupam com seus subordinados. Além disso, os funcionários ou líderes cujas competências ainda são insuficientes precisam de ser melhorados através de formação. Foi comprovado que a satisfação no trabalho medeia a relação entre o estilo de liderança transformacional e o OCB, de modo que os líderes ou a gestão são aconselhados a prestar mais atenção aos aspectos da satisfação no trabalho, tanto a satisfação intrínseca como extrínseca dos funcionários.
Pesquisa, implicações práticas e sociais: Sugerimos uma agenda de investigação futura e destacamos o contributo que esta dá para a satisfação no trabalho.
Originalidade/valor: Os resultados indicam que para aprofundar o estudo sobre OCB, recomenda-se também que novas pesquisas examinem cada dimensão do OCB.
Palavras-chave: Compartilhamento de Conhecimento, Liderança Transformacional, Comportamento de Cidadania Organizacional (OCB) e Satisfação no Trabalh
BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF VENTURE TEAMS OF TECHNOLOGY-BASED FIRMS
Get PDFPurpose: Due to its growing impact on the economic development of countries, research on venture teams in new technology-based firms - TBFs has been increasing in recent years, seeking to identify the success and failure factors of this type of firms, given their high mortality rates. This paper ana-lyzes the changes that have occurred in the intellectual structure of this discipline.
Methodology: The bibliometric method was used to analyze the theme of venture teams in the new TBFs. The information collected was extracted from the main collection of the Web of Science (WoS) and SCOPUS databases from 1987 to 2020. The Nvivo and VOSviewer softwares are used to perform the initial analyzesas well as the analysis of citations, co-citations, co-authorship, etc.
Findings and Conclusion: The advances associated with the main authors, sources and countries, the general citation structure and the development of this field are presented. The results show a growing publication trend as of 2009, seeing a higher production of articles between 2014 and 2019. USA is the most influential country, followed by China and Italy. The"Research Policy" and " Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal"are the most influential sources.
Originality/Value: The main contribution of this work is to show the evolution of this theme, so that researchers can use it in the future in their theoretical and research frameworks
INVESTIGATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF EMPLOYEES' PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL SYSTEM: KUWAIT CASE STUDY
Get PDFPurpose: Performance appraisal systems have become a crucial tool for organizations in evaluating and maximizing the effectiveness of their employees. It is the main goal of this study to find out how well the employees' performance appraisal system for employees works in Kuwait, paying special attention to how employees and managers feel about it in both private and public sectors.
Theoretical Framework: Performance appraisal systems play a critical role in enhancing organizational performance, employee development, and overall job satisfaction. However, the effectiveness of such systems can vary based on organizational cultures, contextual factors, and the alignment of appraisal practices with local norms. A literature review was a vital step, it established a foundation for this study and guides its design, implementation, and interpretation.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to gather insights from a diverse sample of employees and managers across various institutions in Kuwait in both of its sectors. The research design allows for the collection of both quantitative data, offering statistical trends and patterns, and qualitative data, providing nuanced perspectives and in-depth understanding.
Findings: Findings reveals a moderate level of agreement, satisfaction, or endorsement of the performance appraisal system in their organizations. Results also demonstrate significant differences between respondents from government and private sectors, in favor of private.
Originality/Value: This research also shed lights on the strengths and areas requiring improvement in such systems which is valuable insights for organizations looking to improve their performance management processes, leading to improved employee performance, engagement, and decision-making
TIJOLOS DE SOLO-CIMENTO COM PERLITA COMO MCS E CINZA DE ALGAROBA E CA-JUEIRO COMO FÍLLER
Get PDFObjective: The objective of this study is to investigate the technical feasibility of soil-cement bricks without structural function made with expanded perlite as a supplementary cementitious material and mesquite and cashew ash as a partial replacement for soil.
Theoretical Framework: The research was based on technical regulations regarding the characteristics that the materials used in soil-cement bricks must present.
Method: For the development of this research, an experimental plan was drawn up, which comprised the steps: acquisition of conventional and alternative materials used in the manufacture of soil-cement bricks; chemical-mineralogical characterization of expanded perlite (PE) and mesquite and cashew ash (CAC); definition of what use would be given to PE and CAC in the soil-cement mixture; definition of traces and molding of test specimens; determination of the simple compressive strength and water absorption of the proposed soil-cement bricks.
Results and Discussion: The results obtained revealed that the proposed soil-cement bricks without structural function presented adequate technical performance and “environmental footprint”.
Research Implications: The implications of this research contribute to the popularization of the sustainable development objectives established by the United Nations, mainly in promoting sustainable consumption and production in the construction sector.
Originality/Value: Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by proposing the concomitant use of mineral addition and solid waste in the manufacture of soil-cement bricks. The relevance and value of this research are evidenced by its originality in proposing the simultaneous use of materials with different characteristics and with different functions in the soil-cement mixture, not yet proposed in the literature.Objetivo: El objetivo de este estudio es investigar la viabilidad técnica de ladrillos de suelo-cemento sin función estructural elaborados con perlita expandida como material cementante suplementario y cenizas de mezquite y anacardo como reemplazo parcial del suelo.
Marco Teórico: La investigación se basó en normativas técnicas respecto a las características que deben presentar los materiales utilizados en los ladrillos de suelo-cemento.
Método: Para el desarrollo de esta investigación se elaboró la planificación experimental, la cual comprendió los pasos: adquisición de materiales convencionales y alternativos utilizados en la fabricación de ladrillos de suelo-cemento; caracterización químico-mineralógica de perlita expandida (PE) y ceniza de mezquite y anacardo (CAC); definición de qué uso se le daría al PE y CAC en la mezcla suelo-cemento; definición de trazas y moldeado de probetas; Determinación de la resistencia a la compresión simple y la absorción de agua de los ladrillos de suelo-cemento propuestos.
Resultados y Discusión: Los resultados obtenidos revelaron que los ladrillos de suelo-cemento propuestos sin función estructural presentaron un desempeño técnico y “huella ambiental” adecuados.
Implicaciones de la investigación: Las implicaciones de esta investigación contribuyen a la popularización de los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible establecidos por las Naciones Unidas, principalmente en la promoción del consumo y la producción sostenible en el sector de la construcción.
Originalidad/Valor: Este estudio contribuye a la literatura al proponer el uso concomitante de adición de minerales y residuos sólidos en la fabricación de ladrillos de suelo-cemento. La relevancia y valor de esta investigación se evidencian en su originalidad al proponer el uso simultáneo de materiales con diferentes características y con diferentes funciones en la mezcla suelo-cemento, aún no propuestos en la literatura.
Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo é investigar a viabilidade técnica de tijolos de solo-cimento sem função estrutural confeccionados com perlita expandida como material cimentício suplementar e cinza de algaroba e cajueiro em substituição parcial ao solo.
Referencial Teórico: A pesquisa fundamentou-se nas normativas técnicas quanto as características que os materiais utilizados em tijolos de solo-cimento devem apresentar.
Método: Para o desenvolvimento desta pesquisa, traçou-se o planejamento experimental, que compreendeu as etapas: aquisição dos materiais convencionais e alternativos utilizados na confecção dos tijolos de solo-cimento; caracterização química-mineralógica da perlita expandida (PE) e cinza de algaroba e cajueiro (CAC); definição de qual uso seria dado a PE e CAC na mistura de solo-cimento; definição dos traços e moldagem dos corpos de prova; determinação da resistência à compressão simples e absorção de água dos tijolos de solo-cimento propostos.
Resultados e Discussão: Os resultados obtidos revelaram que os tijolos de solo-cimento sem função estrutural propostos apresentaram desempenho técnico e “pegada ambiental” adequados.
Implicações da Pesquisa: As implicações desta pesquisa contribuem para a popularização dos objetivos do desenvolvimento sustentável estabelecidos pela Organização das Nações Unidas, principalmente, em promover o consumo e produção sustentável no setor da construção civil.
Originalidade/Valor: Este estudo contribui para a literatura ao propor o uso concomitante de adição mineral e resíduo sólido na confecção de tijolos solo-cimento. A relevância e o valor desta pesquisa são evidenciados por sua originalidade em propor o uso simultâneo de materiais de características diferentes e com funções distintas na mistura solo-cimento, ainda não proposto na literatura
WHAT MAKES A SUCCESSFUL UNICORN STARTUP FOUNDER? EXPLORING FOUNDERS’ BACKGROUNDS
Get PDFPurpose: The rapid growth of unicorn startups — privately held startup companies valued at over $1 billion — has inspired researchers and investors to better understand the key factors behind their success. While product-market fit, timing, and business models are frequently studied, this paper dive deeper into the backgrounds of the founders themselves. By analyzing various educational, and professional attributes of unicorn startup founders, we seek to uncover common patterns and insights that might hint at the success criteria of unicorn creation.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Our study adopted an exploratory approach utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methods to discover the nuances of unicorn startup founders' backgrounds. Using a dataset of 3925 founders, we identified patterns in unicorn creation. In addition, qualitative insights were garnered through a review of existing literature. This approach provided a comprehensive view bridging the data with theoretical review.
Findings: A significant proportion of unicorn startup founders 1163 of the 3925 examined, had prior entrepreneurial engagements, which underlines the value of experience in high-impact ventures. A pronounced gender imbalance was observed, with a whopping 93% of founders being male, spotlighting potential systemic and cultural barriers in the entrepreneurial field. Fields such as International Relations, Public Administration, and STEM disciplines like Bioengineering and Medical Informatics were represented among the unicorn producing majors. These findings suggest a cross-disciplinary effect resulting in unicorn creation.
Originality: Instead of just focusing on one part of founders’ background, this study combines their education and experiences to give a full picture. This approach makes it unique and adds a new perspective to what we know about successful startups. This new angle can prompt more research and give us a deeper understanding of how unicorn startups come to be
ANALYSING THE ROLE OF POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL IN PROMOTING EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING IN HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS: INSIGHTS FROM PUBLIC HOSPITALS IN ALGERIA
Get PDFPurpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of positive psychological capital on enhancing employee well-being within healthcare organizations, with a focus on public hospitals in Algeria. The aim is to gain insights from administrators working in these institutions to understand how positive psychological capital influences employee well-being.
Theoretical Reference: The study is grounded in the theory of positive psychology, specifically focusing on the concept of psychological capital. It seeks to understand how positive psychological resources such as optimism, resilience, hope, and self-efficacy contribute to the well-being of employees in healthcare settings.
Methodology: The methodology employed involves surveying 97 administrators from public hospitals in Algeria. An electronic questionnaire was distributed to gather data, and analysis was conducted using SmartPLS4 software, which utilizes the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) method. This approach allows for examining the relationships between variables, particularly the influence of positive psychological capital on employee well-being.
Findings: The findings indicate a significant role of positive psychological capital in promoting employee well-being within healthcare organizations. The study reveals that enhancements in positive psychological capital correlate with increased levels of psychological, social, and physical well-being among employees. These results underscore the importance of fostering positive psychological resources in healthcare work environments to support the well-being and performance of staff members.
Implications for Theory and Practice: The study contributes to theoretical understanding by emphasizing the importance of positive psychological capital in healthcare settings. It suggests that interventions aimed at enhancing positive psychological resources can lead to improvements in employee well-being and overall organizational performance. Practically, the findings suggest that healthcare organizations in Algeria should prioritize strategies that cultivate positive psychological capital among employees to foster a supportive and thriving work environment.
Originality: This research offers original insights into the relationship between positive psychological capital and employee well-being in the context of healthcare organizations in Algeria. By focusing on public hospitals and involving administrators in the study, it provides unique perspectives that contribute to the existing literature on positive psychology and organizational well-being. The study's findings fill a gap in understanding the role of positive psychological resources in promoting employee well-being within healthcare settings, particularly in the Algerian context
CHALLENGES, BARRIERS, AND SOLUTIONS IN PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS (PPP): A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
Get PDFObjective: This study aims to systematically analyze and categorize the challenges, barriers, and solutions associated with Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) through a review of recent literature, providing actionable recommendations to improve PPP implementation and outcomes.
Theoretical Framework: In this topic, the main concepts and theories that underpin the research are presented. Institutional Theory, Governance Frameworks, Risk Management Theories, and Collaborative Governance, stand out, providing a solid basis for understanding the context of the investigation.
Method: The exploration of PPP challenges and barriers are conducted by analyzing recently published research on PPP through a systematic literature review. This to establish an understanding of challenges and barriers to suggest specific intervention effort and most ideal solution a to ease PPP issues.
Results and Discussion: The article analyzes 25 selected articles to develop specific categories by grouping together various challenges, barriers and solutions that can be deduced from the selected literatures discussing PPP implementation process to provide comprehensive view for both practical use and theoretical understanding.
Research Implications: The practical and theoretical implications of this research are discussed, providing theoretical understanding and practical application of PPPs These implications could encompass a robust framework that can be utilized across various sectors and countries.
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by providing a comprehensive synthesis of the challenges, barriers, and solutions associated with Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). The relevance and value of this research are evidenced by its systematic categorization and analysis of these issues, which offers a structured approach to understanding the complexities of PPPs. By integrating diverse perspectives from multiple countries and sectors, this study advances the discourse on PPPs and enhances the generalizability of the findings