Organizational Characteristics Research Articles

Exploring the microfoundations of hybridity: A judgment-based approach

We explore the concept of organizational hybridity from the perspective of the Judgment-Based Approach to entrepreneurship (JBA). The JBA provides much-needed microfoundations for hybridity in the form of a more nuanced, action-based view of the market mechanism in shaping enterprises. Rather than a problem of conflicting logics at the organizational level, hybridity is redefined as entrepreneurial judgment at the individual level about combinations of monetary and psychic profit. Viewed this way, hybridity is a universal characteristic of real-world enterprises rather than a defining feature of a specific subset of them. This approach thus ultimately reshapes our understanding of hybridity and suggests an alternative view that is less conflictual and insular, and more conciliatory and integrated. It also sheds light on various problems facing such enterprises, including strategy formation, practical wisdom, normative pressures, mission drift, entrepreneurial groups, and public policy. Executive summaryHybrid enterprises are said to combine different logics or orientations within an organization. These logics are typically described as either economic or social, and are usually conceived as existing in inherent tension with each other; hence, hybrid enterprises are neither conventional monetary profit-seeking businesses nor purely social or charitable organizations, but some awkward, possibly paradoxical combination of both. The best-known and most frequently studied types of hybrids are social enterprises, which straddle the line between monetary profit-seeking and the pursuit of broader social goals or social value.The literature on hybrids is growing rapidly, but to date there has been little agreement over its fundamental concepts and frameworks, and key questions remain about the origins, meaning, and development of hybrids. There is particular debate about whether the different “logics” of hybrids are necessarily in tension or conflict, or whether they exist harmoniously, as complements. Are hybrids just another form of profit-seeking market organization? As organizations, are they puzzles to solve, or perhaps paradoxes to confront? Answering these questions is crucial for understanding of what hybrids are, how they work, and what their broader implications are for economy and society.We address to these debates by developing a new conceptual basis for studying hybrid enterprises. We argue that current controversies are usually the result of studying hybridity only at the organizational level. In response, we explore the microfoundations of hybridity, showing that what is called hybrid organizing simply reflects entrepreneurs' choices about how to pursue monetary profits and psychic profits. Drawing on the Judgment-Based Approach to entrepreneurship (JBA), we show how entrepreneurial decision-making constantly negotiates the boundaries of monetary calculation and profit-seeking and alternative, non-monetary goals such as providing social benefits. Understanding the interplay between the monetary and psychic profit leads to a more realistic and nuanced account of the causal foundations of hybridity, while also dispelling some confusions that have arisen in the literature. Ultimately, what is called hybridity at the organizational level is simply the result of entrepreneurial action at the individual level about combinations of profit.This approach leads to several notable results. First, it emphasizes that all enterprises are to some extent social and contain elements of what is called hybridity. Second, as a result, microfoundations challenge the importance of hybridity as such as a key construct. What is called hybridity is not a defining characteristic of certain organizations, but exists in all enterprises, and is a persistent aspect of entrepreneurial decisions regarding how to organize and restructure firms. Third, a micro-level approach dissolves the perceived tension between different logics in the enterprise, promoting a view that is less conflictual and insular, and more conciliatory and integrated. Fourth, microfoundations can help connect meso- and macro- level research as a way of encouraging a more comprehensive research program that includes all sizes and shapes of enterprise. Fifth, they also shed light on various problems facing enterprises of all types, including strategy formation, practical wisdom, normative pressures, mission drift, entrepreneurial groups, and public policy.

Organizational demography and gender authority gaps in Dutch workplaces

Social stratification research increasingly draws attention to the role of workplaces for the (re)production of categorical inequalities. This article studies the relationship between differences between men’s and women’s chances of having a position of workplace authority – the gender authority gap – and the demographic characteristics of the organization they work in. Using unique linked employer-employee data representative of large workplaces in the Netherlands and individuals working in these organizations, I document larger gender authority gaps in organizations with larger shares of men and organizations where men have higher status than women in terms of other categorical distinctions, for example where their percentage of non-migrants is higher relative to women’s. Crucially, these findings are net of women’s and men’s individual status characteristics and human capital and related organizational characteristics. This article contributes to the literature on the gender authority gap by showing that women may be unable to reach desired jobs partially because of working in an organization with a particular demographic composition or intersection of status distinctions even when they have the qualifications to do so. In addition, the study contributes to the emerging relational inequalities literature that has thus far focused on earnings inequality by showing that predictions from this literature are consistent with the unequal distribution of desirable jobs.

Mediation of professional commitment in the relationship between organizational culture and quality of care among community health centres: A multilevel study in China

ABSTRACT Organizational culture is increasingly recognized as crucial to improving the quality of care. However, there is limited evidence in primary care, especially the underlying mechanism between organizational culture and care quality. This study aims to investigate the relationship of organizational culture with quality of care and the mediated effect of professional commitment. We conducted a cross-sectional survey of 224 primary care physicians (PCPs) from 38 community health centres (CHCs) in four large cities in China. The director of CHC completed the organization survey including organizational culture and other organizational characteristics. PCPs completed a PCP survey, including information such as personal characteristics, professional commitment and self-reported quality of care. The data was analysed using a multilevel mediation testing method based on a hierarchical linear model. Over half of the CHCs have group culture as their dominant culture. CHCs with higher scores on developmental culture are more likely to perform better in care quality, while CHCs with higher scores on hierarchical culture are less likely to perform well in care quality, with professional commitment playing a partially mediated role. Building a developmental culture and enhancing professional commitment should be considered as modifiable strategies to improve PCPs’ quality of care.

PERAN MANAJER DALAM IMPLEMENTASI FUNGSI MANAJEMEN DI UNIT REKAM MEDIS DAN INFORMASI KESEHATAN RSU PKU MUHAMMADIYAH PRAMBANAN

Management functions consisting of planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising that runs properly and correctly is one characteristic of a well-functioning organization. Hospitals are healthcare institutions that provide medical services and support services to patients. Good support services in the Medical Records and Health Information (MRHI) unit at the hospital require good management to manage the unit. The MRHI unit has the responsibility of creating and maintaining patient medical records. The purpose of this study is to determine the role of the head of the medical support sub-sector as a manager in implementing the management functions of the MRHI unit at PKU Muhammadiyah Prambanan Hospital. This research is a qualitative study with a descriptive method. The results show that the manager's role is quite good in implementing management functions. This is evidenced by the well-organized planning process by the head of the medical support sub-sector so that activities can run continuously. In terms of organization, it is still quite minimalistic but already structured because the hospital has only been established for 2 years and patient visits are still not too many. In the implementation function, the manager is able to provide good guidance to the staff, although at this stage, the staff has not fully performed their duties according to procedures. The supervision function runs very well, indicated by the service provided being directed, orderly, and in accordance with established rules. The implementation of management functions can be maintained by improving the management functions that are not yet optimal.

The future in the structure of the subjective image of a student professional life

Introduction. Modern concepts of education are based on the principles of anticipation, determination of the present by the future (advanced education, Life Long Learning). The same pattern applies to the personality of both the subject of life in general and professional life in particular. Aim. Based on the theoretical and methodological analysis, identification and empirical research of the psychological characteristics of the future, the present research aims to consider the future as a personal construct in the structure of the subjective image of professional life. Methodology and research methods. The key methodological approaches are the subjective approach and the theoretical and methodological foundations for using the synergetic approach to study the psyche, mental phenomena and processes. The study employs survey methods; the methods of mathematical and statistical data processing: comparative analysis and factor analysis were carried out using the IBM SPSS Statistics v.20 program. Results. Based on theoretical ideas about time modes, time perspective, psychological characteristics of organisation and perception of time, as well as the results of an analysis of the works of foreign and Russian authors, a structural-functional model of the subjective image of professional life is proposed, including four blocks: a block of retrospection, a block of regulation of actual activity, a prognostic block, and a transspective block. Scientific novelty. The use of a subjective and synergetic approach to modelling the image of the professional future is justified. A structural-functional model of the image of the professional future is proposed, including invariants that represent a formal and meaningful representation of the temporal modes of the past, present and future and a mechanism for comparing the current state with the desired (“needed future”). Practical significance. The presented structural-functional model of the subjective image of professional life can serve as the basis for the development of a subject-oriented approach to professional guidance and support of professional development at the stage of choosing a profession and professional training with practical means of constructing a professional future.

THE ROLE OF THE CLERGY IN THE EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES OF THE VOLYN REGION (THE 2ND HALF OF THE 19TH – EARLY 20TH CENTURY)

The scientific study analyzes the spiritual, educational, social and public activities of the leading figures of the Orthodox brotherhoods of Volyn in the second half of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The organizational characteristics of the implementation of spiritual, educational and social activities of representatives of Orthodox brotherhoods in the study period are analyzed. The author characterizes the leading types of spiritual, educational, social and public activities of leading figures (representatives of the clergy) of Orthodox brotherhoods in Volyn in the second half of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries: organizational, professional and pedagogical, spiritual and educational, trustee, charitable, patronage publishing and research. The main forms (public readings, talks, individual assistance to schoolchildren and their families, book publishing, charity events, mass events) and methods (organization of educational, spiritual, social, public, charitable, patronage activities, stimulation, formation of experience) of spiritual, educational and social activities of representatives of Orthodox brotherhoods of Volyn in the studied period are identified.The spiritual revival of the state, which began in the early 1990s, is taking place on a difficult social background, which is manifested in the crisis of morality that permeates all spheres of our life. Therefore, at the present stage of development of education and science, given the urgent needs of humanizing Ukrainian society, it is necessary to return to the revival of Christian moral values.Religion, being an organic component of the spiritual life of society, has played an important role in the process of Ukrainian state and cultural construction, and has helped Ukrainians preserve their national identity for many centuries. The spiritual, educational, social and public activities of the clergy and representatives of the Orthodox community to promote education, culture and spirituality based on local traditions helped preserve the national identity of the people.The spiritual, educational, social and public activities of Orthodox brotherhoods, strengthened by the growth of spiritual and secular educational institutions and charitable institutions, acquired both religious status and social and public significance. Through the content of education in the studied period, the multiculturalism inherited by the Volyn region, the polyphony of educational imperatives, and the integration of national, general educational, moral and spiritual indicators were realized.

Implementation evaluation of cocoa hand pollination program in Ghana

The study examines the Cocoa Hand Pollination Program (CHPP) and its potential to revolutionize cocoa farming in Ghana's cocoa industry. The study employed an exploratory research design, collecting primary data through structured questionnaires from 367 cocoa farmers, 159 pollinators, and 30 extension staff. Data were analyzed descriptively. The study revealed that cocoa farmers have a relatively low level of knowledge about CHPP's objectives but perceive these goals as highly important. Farmers have successfully increased cocoa yield per hectare but face challenges in boosting overall cocoa production. Farmers exhibit a good understanding of CHPP activities and consider them crucial for program success. Pollinators have successfully enhanced natural pollination but are less positive about their contributions to socioeconomic livelihood improvement and entrepreneurship skills. Extension staff perceive the program as successful in helping farmers increase yield per hectare. However, the goals of integrating hand pollination into routine GAP activities have faced challenges. The efforts and goals of CHPP are generally valued by extension administrators who are committed to the program. Organizational and community characteristics generally favoured the program, but there were inconsistencies in the timely delivery of essential tools. This study offers valuable insights into the program's challenges and opportunities, providing essential information for policymakers and researchers working to improve cocoa production, uplift farmer livelihoods, and address similar agricultural contexts. Addressing challenges, enhancing knowledge sharing, and optimizing program elements can ensure cocoa farming's long-term sustainability and success, benefiting local farmers and the cocoa industry as a whole

“Seeing Eye to Eye” About Our Relationship Is Good for Us and Everyone Else: An Examination of LMX Agreement and Views of Fair Treatment

Research across a wide array of fields has established the organizational importance of fair treatment and why it should be a primary consideration of supervisors. As such, scholars have begun to unpack characteristics of organizations, supervisors, and employees that may promote fair treatment. Although this literature has been informative and is growing, we know little about how the dyadic interplay between leaders and followers—and, in particular, how both parties’ perceptions of that joint interplay—may facilitate or hinder views of fairness. The lack of clarity on this phenomenon is particularly problematic when one considers that there are several features of dyadic relationships within work units that—by their nature—work against the facilitation of fair treatment (e.g., supervisors inevitably provide some employees more/less information, support, and attention than others because they cannot establish high-quality exchange relationships with every employee). Drawing from common threads found in theories of fairness and role theory surrounding expectation alignment, we posit that the key to facilitating views of fair treatment at any level of relationship quality is for supervisors and employees to “see eye to eye” on LMX quality-LMX agreement. We further theorize that each party’s views of fair treatment flowing from LMX agreement (within the dyad) will ultimately result in leaders being more efficacious about their fairness-related abilities and employees performing at higher levels (beyond the dyad). Results of three field studies (and two supplemental preregistered experiments) largely support our theorizing and further show that fair treatment can result in a self-reinforcing positive fairness-efficacy spiral for supervisors. Funding: This research was partially funded by the University of Georgia's Institute for Leadership Advancement Research Scholar Award. Supplemental Material: The online appendix is available at https://doi.org/10.1287/orsc.2021.15475 .

Організаційно-економічний механізм функціонування компетентної організації

In the article, methodological aspects of forming the organizational and economic mechanism for the functioning of a competent organization are examined. The concepts of «organizational and economic mechanism», «competent organization» and «organizational and economic mechanism for the functioning of a competent organization» are defined. An author’s definition of a competent organization is proposed as an organization that possesses the necessary knowledge, skills, and resources to achieve its goals, effectively utilizes its assets to create value for stakeholders (customers, employees, shareholders, society) through the implementation of innovations, while maintaining its competitive positions under the influence of external and internal environmental factors. The main characteristics of a competent organization are highlighted (presence of a clear strategy, strong leadership, effective processes, competent employees, high level of organizational culture, result orientation). A conceptual scheme of the organizational and economic mechanism for the functioning of a competent organization is proposed, which includes the following elements: object, subject, goal, tasks, principles (general management principles, general principles of organization functioning, specific principles of competent organization functioning), support subsystems, functions, means of management influence (approaches, methods, levers, tools), three basic components (organizational, economic, competency-based). Specific principles of the functioning of a competent organization are defined. The essence and features of the competency-based approach in organizational management are considered. The competency-based approach is an effective tool for improving organizational management efficiency and developing its personnel, ensuring quick adaptation to changes in the external and internal environment. Digital management tools are systematized, the use of which will allow the organization to improve operational efficiency, adapt more quickly to the impact of external and internal factors, and ensure market competence. Keywords: competent organization, competence, organization development, organization management, organizational and economic mechanism, functioning of a competent organization, management principles, competency-based approach, digital tools.

Implementation of Food is Medicine Programs in Healthcare Settings: A Narrative Review.

Food is Medicine (FIM) programs to improve the accessibility of fruits and vegetables (FVs) or other healthy foods among patients with low income and diet-related chronic diseases are promising to improve food and nutrition security in the United States (US). However, FIM programs are relatively new and implementation guidance for healthcare settings using an implementation science lens is lacking. We used a narrative review to describe the evidence base on barriers and facilitators to FIM program integration in US healthcare settings following the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, and Sustainment (EPIS) Framework. Evidence surrounding the EPIS Inner Context was a focus, including constructs Leadership, Organizational Characteristics, Quality and Fidelity Monitoring and Support, Organizational Staffing Processes, and Individual Characteristics. Peer-reviewed and grey literature about barriers and facilitators to FIM programs were of interest, defined as programs that screen and refer eligible patients with diet-related chronic disease experiencing food insecurity to healthy, unprepared foods. Thirty-one sources were included in the narrative review, including 22 peer-reviewed articles, four reports, four toolkits, and one thesis. Twenty-eight sources (90%) described EPIS Inner Context facilitators and 26 sources (84%) described FIM program barriers. The most common barriers and facilitators to FIM programs were regarding Quality and Fidelity Monitoring and Support (e.g., use of electronic medical records for tracking and evaluation, strategies to support implementation) and Organizational Staffing Processes (e.g., clear delineation of staff roles and capacity); although, barriers and facilitators to FIM programs were identified among all EPIS Inner Context constructs. We synthesized barriers and facilitators to create an EPIS-informed implementation checklist for healthcare settings for use among healthcare organizations/providers, partner organizations, and technical assistance personnel. We discuss future directions to align FIM efforts with implementation science terminology and theories, models, and frameworks to improve the implementation evidence base and support FIM researchers and practitioners.

The theory of high hazard (HHT) based on grounded theory method and theories integration

PurposeOrganizations working in high-hazard environments contribute significantly to modern society and the economy, not only for the valuable resources they hold but also for the indispensable products and services they provide, such as power generation, transportation and defense weapons. Therefore, the main purpose of this study is to develop a framework that outlines future research on systems safety and provides a better understanding of how organizations can effectively manage hazard events.Design/methodology/approachIn this research, we developed the high hazard theory (HHT) and a theoretical framework based on the grounded theory method (GTM) and the integration of three established theoretical perspectives: normal accident theory (NAT), high reliability theory (HRT) and resilience engineering (RE) theory.FindingsWe focused on the temporal aspect of accidents to create a timeline showing the progression of hazard events and the factors contributing to safety and hazards in organizations. Given the limitations of the previous theories in providing a coherent explanation of hazard event escalation in high-hazard organizations (HHOs), we argue that the highlighted theories can be more complementary than contradictory regarding their standpoints on disasters and accident prevention.Practical implicationsA proper appreciation of the hazard nature of organizations can help reduce their susceptibility to failure, prevent outages and breakdowns of systems, identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance performance.Originality/valueBy developing HHT, we contribute to systems safety research by developing a new, refined theory and enrich the theoretical debate. We also expand the understanding of scholars and practitioners about the characteristics of organizations working in high-hazard environments.

Organization Studies and the Legal Person

Abstract The social construction of legal persons developed in the Western world about one thousand years ago has historically influenced the construction of organizations, including monasteries, guilds, cities, universities, states, associations, and businesses. Yet the notion of legal person was not present in influential, early definitions of organizations; rather organizations were understood as systems of interacting physical persons. This understanding is problematic in several respects, whereas the notion of legal person helps to explain many fundamental characteristics of organizations. Furthermore, a definition of organizations inspired by the notion of legal person makes it easier to distinguish clearly among the three phenomena that constitute the main objects of organization studies: organizations, organizing, and the organized. A clearer distinction among three concepts has the potential to revive old questions and generate new questions for organizational research.

Exploring the disruptions of the neurophysiological organization in Alzheimer’s disease: An integrative approach

Background and Objective:Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurological disorder that impairs brain functions associated with cognition, memory, and behavior. Noninvasive neurophysiological techniques like magnetoencephalography (MEG) and electroencephalography (EEG) have shown promise in reflecting brain changes related to AD. These techniques are usually assessed at two levels: local activation (spectral, nonlinear, and dynamic properties) and global synchronization (functional connectivity, frequency-dependent network, and multiplex network organization characteristics). Nonetheless, the understanding of the organization formed by the existing relationships between these levels, henceforth named neurophysiological organization, remains unexplored. This work aims to assess the alterations AD causes in the resting-state neurophysiological organization. Methods:To that end, three datasets from healthy controls (HC) and patients with dementia due to AD were considered: MEG database (55 HC and 87 patients with AD), EEG1 database (51 HC and 100 patients with AD), and EEG2 database (45 HC and 82 patients with AD). To explore the alterations induced by AD in the relationships between several features extracted from M/EEG data, association networks (ANs) were computed. ANs are graphs, useful to quantify and visualize the intricate relationships between multiple features. Results:Our results suggested a disruption in the neurophysiological organization of patients with AD, exhibiting a greater inclination towards the local activation level; and a significant decrease in the complexity and diversity of the ANs (p-value ¡ 0.05, Mann–Whitney U-test, Bonferroni correction). This effect might be due to a shift of the neurophysiological organization towards more regular configurations, which may increase its vulnerability. Moreover, our findings support the crucial role played by the local activation level in maintaining the stability of the neurophysiological organization. Classification performance exhibited accuracy values of 83.91%, 73.68%, and 72.65% for MEG, EEG1, and EEG2 databases, respectively. Conclusion:This study introduces a novel, valuable methodology able to integrate parameters characterize different properties of the brain activity and to explore the intricate organization of the neurophysiological organization at different levels. It was noted that AD increases susceptibility to changes in functional neural organization, suggesting a greater ease in the development of severe impairments. Therefore, ANs could facilitate a deeper comprehension of the complex interactions in brain function from a global standpoint.

A new model for evaluating the impact of organizational culture variables on the success of knowledge management in organizations using the TOPSIS multi-criteria algorithm: Case study

In today's times, knowledge management has emerged as a critical pursuit for organizations in preserving and enhancing their intellectual assets. Organizational culture stands out as a key determinant of success in this regard, underlining the need for organizations to enhance their knowledge management methods amidst rapid and unpredictable changes. This paper evaluates how various aspects of organizational culture such as Job dissatisfaction, Emphasis on rewards, lack of infrastructure, Performance Orientation, Inadequate technology, Support Defend, Silo mentality in knowledge, Innovation, and Stability affect organizational knowledge management success. The urgency of this research is underscored by the critical need for organizations to enhance their knowledge management strategies amidst rapid and unpredictable changes. What distinguishes this research is its innovative model, offering a quantitative and systematic approach to assessing the impact of organizational culture on knowledge management success through the TOPSIS to measure knowledge management success in ten government organizations in East Azerbaijan province, Iran, each with one hundred employees. In this study, questionnaires based on organizational culture characteristics were given to employees to collect quantitative data and also to assess the level of knowledge management, data were analyzed using the TOPSIS algorithm. The results of the study showed that Organization 3, where at least 50% of the employees responded positively to indicators related to the emphasis on rewards and performance orientation, had the highest level of success in knowledge management compared to other organizations.

Disruption Through Bricolage: Assessing the Efficacy of Social Entrepreneurs in the Supplemental Education Market

ABSTRACT This paper sheds light on the assessment of publicly funded privately managed supplemental education programs for pupils from migrant and low-income households. The paper positions the case study as a form of social enterprise characterized by bricolage. Drawing from existing literature on afterschool program assessment and entrepreneurship studies, the researchers identify the organizational characteristics and entrepreneurial logics that contribute to the program quality and efficacy. A mixed methods approach is adopted. The paper argues that bricoleurs disrupt the supplemental education market by creatively repurposing existing resources to develop an innovative form of homework support that is tailored to the needs of an underserved community.

The Impact of Assisted Living Organizational Structure and Process Characteristics on Staff Absence During COVID-19

ABSTRACT Quality of care in assisted living communities (ALCs) is important to consumers. The coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and associated emergency policies have posed major challenges on staff recruitment and retention. This study aimed to examine the relationship between organizational characteristics of ALCs in Florida and challenges with staff absence during COVID-19 (N = 129 ALCs). Results indicated that structures (provision of memory care services), processes of care (challenges hiring new staff, staff sent home to comply with precautions, and staff anxiety), and local COVID-19 positivity rate were significantly associated with staff absence due to fear of infection, sickness, or family responsibilities. ALC providers and state regulatory agencies should develop policies and procedures that take these issues into consideration to prepare for future emergencies and disasters. Infection control policies should reflect whether an ALC provides memory care services and inform ways to overcome potential challenges with protocols. Efforts to reduce staff anxiety and disaster-related concerns should also be considered to ensure quality of care during emergencies.

Trends and determinants of clinical staff retention in the English NHS: a double retrospective cohort study

ObjectivesTo investigate how demographic, contractual and organisational factors are related to the retention of hospital workers in the English NHS. The study will specifically examine the trends in age-retention profiles.DesignA...

Slovenian Higher Education in a Post-Pandemic World: Trends and Transformations

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of work and daily life, with higher education being greatly affected, especially in remote teaching, work, and digital collaboration. Most of these changes are retained in the post-COVID-19 era, e.g., remote work has enabled greater access to educational opportunities and contributed to a more inclusive and diverse workforce. To investigate to what extent these changes impact higher education in the post-pandemic era, we have conducted qualitative research on a sample of 12 professors from Slovenia working in higher education, selected based on their extensive research, professional experience, and significant contributions to the field. The Delphi method was used for this study since its iterative process refines ideas in each round based on feedback from the previous one. Participants were given a five-day window to express their views and share their expertise. The responses to the open-ended questions were examined using qualitative content analysis. Research indicates that pedagogical and organisational characteristics such as the ability to adapt to changes, the capacity for resilience, and the willingness to embrace digital transformation are crucial for preserving long-term changes induced by pandemics.

Research and Design of an Automated Security Event Analysis and Handling Framework Based on Threat Intelligence

In order to deeply explore and utilize the value of threat intelligence, strengthen research on attack organizations, and grasp the correlation between attack organizations, the author proposes the research and design of an automated security event analysis and handling framework based on threat intelligence. The author extracts the behavioral characteristics of the attack organization based on known APT attacks, and uses the machine learning framework Light GBM to establish a multi classification model to complete the analysis of unknown APT attack organizations. Through the study of multi-dimensional analysis of multi-source threat intelligence, attack organization correlation and judgment, an attack organization correlation and judgment system has been designed and implemented. The system includes six modules: threat intelligence collection module, threat intelligence multi-dimensional analysis module, attack organization fingerprint library module, attack organization correlation module, attack organization analysis module, and user module, providing attack organization correlation and judgment services for network security. The test results show that the intelligence reading and search query function can achieve the reading of various information of attack organizations, and achieve visual display of threat intelligence. The intelligence management function can achieve operations such as adding, deleting, and updating intelligence. The user management function of the system can achieve the management of administrator users and ordinary users. After testing, all functions of the system have been implemented and meet expectations.

The role of champions in the implementation of technology in healthcare services: a systematic mixed studies review

BackgroundChampions play a critical role in implementing technology within healthcare services. While prior studies have explored the presence and characteristics of champions, this review delves into the experiences of healthcare personnel holding champion roles, as well as the experiences of healthcare personnel interacting with them. By synthesizing existing knowledge, this review aims to inform decisions regarding the inclusion of champions as a strategy in technology implementation and guide healthcare personnel in these roles.MethodsA systematic mixed studies review, covering qualitative, quantitative, or mixed designs, was conducted from September 2022 to March 2023. The search spanned Medline, Embase, CINAHL, and Scopus, focusing on studies published from 2012 onwards. The review centered on health personnel serving as champions in technology implementation within healthcare services. Quality assessments utilized the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT).ResultsFrom 1629 screened studies, 23 were included. The champion role was often examined within the broader context of technology implementation. Limited studies explicitly explored experiences related to the champion role from both champions’ and health personnel’s perspectives. Champions emerged as promoters of technology, supporting its adoption. Success factors included anchoring and selection processes, champions’ expertise, and effective role performance.DiscussionThe specific tasks and responsibilities assigned to champions differed across reviewed studies, highlighting that the role of champion is a broad one, dependent on the technology being implemented and the site implementing it. Findings indicated a correlation between champion experiences and organizational characteristics. The role’s firm anchoring within the organization is crucial. Limited evidence suggests that volunteering, hiring newly graduated health personnel, and having multiple champions can facilitate technology implementation. Existing studies predominantly focused on client health records and hospitals, emphasizing the need for broader research across healthcare services.ConclusionsWith a clear mandate, dedicated time, and proper training, health personnel in champion roles can significantly contribute professional, technological, and personal competencies to facilitate technology adoption within healthcare services. The review finds that the concept of champions is a broad one and finds varied definitions of the champion role concept. This underscores the importance of describing organizational characteristics, and highlights areas for future research to enhance technology implementation strategies in different healthcare settings with support of a champion.