Convenient Location Research Articles

INTERIOR DESIGN IN A PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

The purpose of the article is to investigate the specifics of the influence of interior design on the personality of a preschool child. Preschool is a unique place where children spend most of their time. This is where training and recreation, development and personality formation take place. Children spend a significant amount of time in daycare, and the environment they are in can have a significant impact on their physical and intellectual development. A well-designed kindergarten can create a welcoming and nurturing atmosphere that can encourage learning, exploration and development.That's why it's important to create a cozy, comfortable, and most importantly, safe place. One of the main challenges is to highlight a safe and attractive interior that will not harm the personality of the preschool age and the environment. It was found that when creating the interiors of a preschool educational institution, a kindergarten, it is necessary to use exclusively high-quality and ecological materials for the child's environment to prevent various types of diseases, allergies, and for a comfortable and pleasant stay in this institution. Interior design in kindergartens is a very important component for ensuring the healthy and happy development of children. Parents look at many factors when choosing a daycare center, including safety, comfort, curriculum, and convenient location. And interior design also plays an important role in creating a favorable environment for a child's development. the interior design of preschool educational institutions plays an important role in creating a safe, functional, aesthetic and comfortable environment for children. By considering factors such as lighting, color, furniture and layout, preschools can create a positive, engaging and supportive space for young children to learn and grow, which can have a significant impact on a child's development and well-being.

World financial centers: features of functioning

The article is devoted to the study of the essence, types, and stages of development of world financial centers. The work states that the globalization of the financial sphere, which is expressed in the growth of the transfer of assets, internationalization of systems, liberalization and convergence of markets, leads to the formation of a single world financial market, where international financial centers play a key role. Since the end of the 20th century, world financial centers have become an integral part of the global financial market, where surplus capital from countries where its over-accumulation led to a decrease in profits was exported. World financial centers are not just a cluster of financial institutions, but also a dynamic system where all participants constantly and actively interact with each other. The work analyzed the approaches of scientists to the definition of the concept of «world financial center» and summarized these approaches into one definition. The world financial center is where financial institutions are concentrated, contributing to the attraction and redistribution of financial resources. It was revealed that in order to form a world banking center, a country must have a stable currency and economic situation, a developed credit system, well-organized stock exchange activity, moderate taxation, a convenient geographical location, relative stability of the political regime, the presence of standardization and a high degree of information technology without paper transactions. Three key areas that determine the success of global financial centers in competition are singled out: image and communication capabilities, a wide range of financial services and professionalism. Three stages of the development of global financial centers are distinguished – the development of the local market, the transformation of the local market into a regional financial center and the formation of an international financial center. The five largest world financial centers are characterized and their features are highlighted. The methodological basis of the research is general scientific methods of scientific knowledge: analysis and synthesis, generalization, and comparison. The informational basis of the article is the publications of domestic and foreign economists.

The Effects of Financial Literacy Programs on Retirement Planning and Preparedness among Middle-Aged Adults in Oyo State

This research study investigates the effects of financial literacy programs on retirement planning and preparedness among middle-aged adults in Oyo State. The study aims to determine the relationship between financial literacy and retirement planning and preparation among middle-aged adult teachers in Oyo State secondary schools, with a specific focus on male and female teachers. A descriptive survey research design is employed to observe and describe the behavior of the population without manipulation. The study sample consists of 1,125 public secondary school teachers, including 417 males and 708 females, selected through a multi-stage sampling approach. Data collection is done using a self-designed research instrument called the Financial Literacy and Retirement Planning Behavior (FLRPB) Scale. The FLRPB Scale demonstrates high internal consistency reliability with a Cronbach Alpha coefficient of 0.89. simple percentage for research questions, linear regression and univariate regression respectively use to test hypotheses one and two. The Oyo State study indicates a positive impact of financial literacy programs on middle-aged adults’ retirement planning, with 75% reporting increased knowledge and understanding and 60% enhanced confidence. Factors influencing participation include convenient schedules, relevant topics, accessible locations, and program effectiveness (65% agreement). Hypothesis testing confirms a significant association between financial literacy participation and retirement planning, explaining 66.1% of the variance. The study also highlights a moderating effect, suggesting that financial literacy participation influences the impact of gender on retirement planning. The adjusted R-squared value of 18.4% underscores the combined effects of gender and financial literacy, emphasizing the impactful role of financial literacy in shaping retirement readiness among middle-aged adults in Oyo State. It was concluded that The findings stress the importance of tailored financial education initiatives for empowering middle-aged adults and highlight the need for gender-specific considerations in program design for enhanced inclusivity and effectiveness. The research outcomes will have implications for policymakers, educators, and financial institutions in designing effective financial literacy programs tailored to the needs of middle-aged adults. The research also establishes a foundation for future studies in this field and underscores the significance of financial education in promoting financial well-being during the middle-aged adult stage of life.

MULTI-CRITERIA MODEL TO ASSESS THE POTENTIALS OF CAT BA NATIONAL PARK TO DEVELOP TOURISM TIED TO CONSERVATION

For a sustainable tourist destination, a multi-criteria assessment is essential. The assessment results are the basis for managers to make optimal development decisions for the destination. In particular, for the nature-based tourist sites (protected areas, national parks), the assessment of tourism potentials will establish the basis for protecting, monitoring ecosystems, and managing the tourism sustainable development calendar. The Multi-Criteria Method and additional methods were applied to assess tourism potentials as well as to propose conservation measures for Cat Ba National Park in Vietnam. Through the assessment of six criteria (location/accessibility, attractiveness, tourist capacity, environmental sustainability, travel duration, and tourism infrastructure/tourism technology), the results indicate that Cat Ba National Park (Vietnam) is an attractive tourist destination with a good tourist capacity, a convenient location for tourists to move, and a long tourism time of the year. However, Cat Ba National Park is a place where environmental sustainability is still limited; its exploitation needs to be considered along with its conservation, degradation prevention, and ecosystem monitoring.

PREFERENCES FOR BICYCLING AND CONNECTING TO BUS RAPID TRANSIT IN YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA

The problem of limited interest in public transportation due to the restricted coverage of bus rapid transit (BRT) services can be addressed by enhancing door-to-door options. Providing feeder services to assist users in their journeys from start to finish is crucial to achieving this. One suggested feeder option is bicycles because they are faster than walking and eco-friendly. However, in Yogyakarta, there is currently no integration of bike lanes with BRT lanes, making it difficult to promote multimodal transportation. In addition to planning routes, it is important to consider the characteristics of BRT users when implementing multimodal transportation. This helps determine the BRT user category, enabling customized and prioritized service delivery. This study explores the factors that encourage users to use bicycles as feeders and offers insights into users’ preferences for cycling facilities. Data were collected through a questionnaire distributed to 200 BRT users selected randomly over 30 days. Based on the model tested using multiple regression analysis, the most popular and confident travel destination for BRT users is their workplace. Moreover, BRT users prefer bicycle lanes that are separate and distinct from other vehicle lanes and convenient bicycle parking locations near bus stops. This research provides valuable recommendations for all stakeholders, particularly the government, to enhance and sustainably improve public transportation services.

University Election Analysis Logistic Regression Approach with Dummy and Ordinal Variables

Education has a very important role to advance the development of a country. One of them is the university. Thus, if you continue your studies at university, it is hoped that you will have the knowledge and skills in accordance with the study program you are taking, which will later become the basic capital to be more competent in the world of work. Logistic regression is a statistical method that can be used to determine the factors that influence the choice of university for class XII Phase F students. The dependent variable consists of two categories. This research aims to determine the factors that influence the choice of university for class XII Phase F students. This type of research is applied research and uses primary data obtained from filling out questionnaires. This research was carried out at SMAN 3 Padang. The population in this study were all students in class XII Phase F at SMA Negeri 3 Padang with a sample of 78 students obtained using the Purposive Sampling method. The results of the research show that the factors that influence the choice of university for class XII Phase F students at SMA Negeri 3 Padang are father's work based on educated and trained labor, father's work based on educated labor, father's work based on trained labor, father's work based on uneducated and unskilled labor, convenient university location, easy access to transportation, rent, food and daily living costs -affordable days according to budget, and information from social media and websites.

A user-friendly electric vehicle reallocation solution for uniformly utilized charging stations

Electric vehicle (EV) users often struggle to identify charging stations (EVCSs) that are both available at the time of interest and placed in convenient locations. At the same time, EVCSs in nearby locations may systematically be underutilized. This variance in the utilization of the EVCSs can have negative implications, both for the EV users (e.g. higher anxiety, waiting time, and discomfort) and the owners/operators of the EVCSs (e.g. lower income and longer payback period of investment). The present work aims to mitigate said implications by introducing a solution that efficiently allocates EV users to stations based on their expected utilization and their proximity to the charging locations of preference. To do so, a forecasting model is first used to predict the arrivals at the EVCSs. Then, the utilization rates of the EVCSs are computed and a heuristic algorithm is employed to dynamically reallocate the EV users from overutilized stations to nearby, underutilized stations. The proposed approach, which has been implemented in a web-based application, is evaluated through simulation experiments and compared with the traditional “first-come, first-served” approach. The results demonstrate that implementing the suggested method can lead to more evenly distributed utilization rates, resulting in an approximate 6% improvement. This improvement is achieved with minimal negative impact on the convenience of EV users, with a maximum increase of 214 m in walking distance. Therefore, this approach offers a practical solution to the problem under investigation

Power on the Go: A Solution to Address Electric Vehicle Charging Challenges

In this article, we propose a novel solution to address the current challenges related to charging an Electric Vehicle (EV). The Power on the Go: Single-drop and Double-drop problems allow an EV to be charged at a convenient location, where a service vehicle (drone), which is launched from a nearby charging station, can bring a compatible power bank at the request of the driver through an app. The objective is to reduce the cumulative wait time between service requests and the start of charging. We present mathematical formulations and two order-first split-second-based heuristic approaches for both problems. While the mathematical formulations can generate optimal solutions for small instances in a reasonable amount of time, the heuristics are fast and perform very well, with gaps < 5% for up to 20 node instances. Moreover, the formulations highlight the mean savings in wait time (29.37%) when the power bank can charge two EVs consecutively before a replacement is needed. The implications of the proposed model can be extensive, as we seek to overcome the availability and technological challenges of EV charging while advocating its adoption.

Enhancing Customer Loyalty in the Cosmetic Industry: The Role of Store Location and Service Quality

In the midst of intense competition in the cosmetics industry, customer loyalty is an important key in maintaining the sustainability and existence of a company. This study aims to analyze the influence of store location and service quality on customer loyalty with customer satisfaction as a mediation variable. The investigation aims to understand the relationship between variables, the nature of mediation, and become a cornerstone in formulating practical implications for the cosmetic retail industry. The population in this study is all customers of the cosmetic industry in Badung Regency. The study obtained 150 valid samples. The data collection method is a survey method using questionnaires which was carried out offline and online through a link. The analysis technique used is an inferential analysis technique with Partial Least Square (PLS) to analyze relationships among latent constructs by modeling both the measurement and structural components of a theoretical model. The results showed that there is a significant relationship between store location and service quality to customer loyalty both directly and indirectly through customer satisfaction and this is a partial mediation, suggesting that there are other factors not included in the research model that could explain the relationship between store location and loyalty, as well as service quality and loyalty. The suggestion proposed to increase customer loyalty in cosmetic retail is to pay attention to the availability of parking lots, location convenience, and ease of accessing store locations. In addition, the quality of service can be improved through supporting facilities and infrastructure, the ability of marketers to welcome customers and provide a good value and experience to customers that can be done through trained employees.

A PILOT FEASIBILITY STUDY INVESTIGATING BALANCE DELIVERY TO OLDER ADULTS WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS IN REHAB SETTINGS

Abstract Little is known about the integration of balance exercise delivery into physical rehabilitation settings for older individuals with chronic conditions and fall risk. We assessed the feasibility, acceptability and limited efficacy of delivering evidence-based balance exercises to older adults with fall risk enrolled in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) for peripheral artery and/or cardiovascular disease through an explanatory sequential mixed methods pilot study. Phase one included a two-arm randomized trial comparing feasibility, acceptability and functional balance among 10 participants receiving an 8-week balance program delivered adjacent to CR and 10 participants receiving CR only. Phase two included semi-structured interviews to elicit perceived barriers/facilitators of program receipt. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics to summarize feasibility and acceptability indicators and one-way ANCOVA to test balance effects (Short Physical Performance Battery [SPPB], Mini-BESTest). Qualitative data was analyzed through content analysis. Participants had a mean age of 72.3 (7.3). On average, treatment group participants attended 7.2 (1.8) out of 8 meetings and self-reported completion of 4.5 (1.8) exercise sessions/week. Adjusting for baseline values, the treatment group exhibited greater changes in the SPPB than the usual care group after 8 weeks (10.71±0.36 vs. 9.59±0.36; adjusted difference=1.13 [95% CI, 0.3,2.2]; p=0.045). Mini-BESTest scores were not significantly different (p=0.061). Participants expressed satisfaction with program duration and frequency, quality of instructional materials, challenge level, ease of home exercise completion, convenient delivery location, and improved balance self-awareness/skills. These findings could inform the design of future efficacy trials investigating balance integration within CR settings to improve reach of fall prevention efforts.

Streamlined Yearbook Automation System

The primary function of online company year book development is to ensure the correct upkeep of personnel records. The ability to articulate one's thoughts and feelings is a great benefit of this medium. Staff members can access all company-related information, including Staff Details and corporate function details, in one convenient location. Both during and after their time as students, administrators keep meticulous records. Access to employee and company details can only be granted by the administrator. After that, students need to get into the development of the Year Book. The website allows for the reduction of manual processes, errors, and time consumption. That's right; computer technology is pervasive across all industries. That is why the invention of computers was crucial in making previously insurmountable jobs much easier. This Online Year Book Development project is designed to keep track of workers' work records and achievements for a specific academic time. This is where the new user has to fill out their details. Once they log in, users will be able to view the company's profile, staff data, and a gallery of the company's work.

Supporting method of compact city planning in local metropolitan areas across prefectural borders

AbstractThis study examines and visualizes a future urban structure of local metropolitan areas that extend over prefectural borders as in the case of Sinjiko‐nakaumi metropolitan areas located across Tottori prefecture and Shimane prefecture. First, we constructed an expert system based on prefectural and city administrative plans in the metropolitan urban area, showing a compact city model (Scenario 1). Second, we developed a compact city model to reflect potential development、 taking into account agricultural land conversions (Scenario 2). By comparing the results of these scenarios, we found that it is possible to visualize an intensive urban structure that takes into account the possibility of urban sprawl given that the conversion of agricultural land in suburban areas is only allowed at a certain level of development. Additionally, we identified inadequacies in existing compact‐city construction plans. To plan an effective urban structure for metropolitan areas situated on prefectural borders, it is important to emphasize the necessity of collaboration between municipalities in developing master plans for urban planning in areas located at or near borders. It is also necessary to review and redesign municipal master plans to ensure mutually convenient locations for facilities near borders and to regulate development in suburban areas.

Disaster Tourism Destinations: Exploring the Motivations and Intentions of Tourist Visits

Lava Tour is a visitor tour with a trip to a location related to the volcanic eruption in Sleman Yogyakarta. The aim of this research is to identify the phenomenon of disaster tourism on the Mount Merapi Lava Tour in Yogyakarta. This research collected data from 127 tourists on the Merapi Lava Tour. To determine the relationship between push motivation variables (emotional fulfillment, tourism information, and search for truth) and pull motivation variables (historical heritage, convenient location, and knowledge of tourist attractions) on satisfaction variables and intention to revisit variables, PLS-SEM was used. According to research findings, the positive relationship between satisfaction and intention to return has a dominant influence, based on the coefficient value of each predictor. This suggests that the main motivations for returning are emotional fulfillment, truth seeking, a comfortable atmosphere, and knowledge of tourist attractions, all of which make visitors feel satisfied.

Parenting Practices and Parenting Program Preferences of Chinese Immigrant Parents in New Zealand

Participation in evidence-based parenting programs benefits parents and children, but these programs have limited reach. This study utilized a mixed-method design to investigate the parenting concerns and parenting program needs of Chinese immigrant parents in New Zealand. Parents (n = 159) were surveyed about their perceived levels of child adjustment problems, parenting confidence, and parenting risk and protective factors. Parents’ knowledge and experience with parenting programs, and their program preferences were also examined. Eight Chinese parenting practitioners were interviewed about parenting challenges, parental concerns, and barriers to program participation of Chinese immigrant parents. Survey results showed that parents who gave their child higher ratings on behavior problems reported less parental self-efficacy, and more parental adjustment, family relationship, teamwork, and parenting difficulties. Parents’ knowledge and experience of available parenting programs was low. Barriers to program participation included time constraints, lack of program awareness, cultural and language barriers, and no childcare provision. Parents indicated a preference for a range of delivery options including group-based, seminar, and individually tailored programs. Program features most likely to influence attendance were content that addresses personally relevant issues and children’s self-development (such as coping with failure, managing negative emotions, and increasing confidence), and convenient location of program. Practitioners indicated that managing difficult child behavior and maintaining positive parent-child relationships were key parenting challenges. These concerns were linked to cultural expectations about child obedience, academic performance, and parent/grandparent relationships. Findings highlight program preferences that could be offered to meet Chinese immigrant parenting support needs and increase program participation.

Addressing disparities in Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) access: implementing a community-centered mobile PrEP program in South Florida

BackgroundPre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention is highly effective, but disparities in PrEP access remain considerable, particularly among Black and Latino men who have sex with men (MSM). To address this, the University of Miami Mobile PrEP Program was created, offering mobile HIV prevention/PrEP services in areas throughout South Florida where HIV incidence is high and PrEP access is geographically limited. Using a community-centered participatory approach, the program strategized and executed expansion into the Liberty City neighborhood of Miami. This study qualitatively assessed factors affecting Mobile PrEP implementation as perceived by community stakeholders, clients, and program staff.MethodsForty-one in-depth interviews were conducted with 21 Mobile PrEP clients, 10 key informants from local health organizations, and 10 program staff. Interview questions queried perceived organizational and positional barriers and facilitators to mobile clinic implementation. Service satisfaction, setting preferences, social factors, and likelihood of recommending Mobile PrEP were also assessed. A thematic content analysis was performed using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) taxonomy as the guiding constructs for the analysis.ResultsParticipant statements indicated that providing no-cost services, convenient location, program-covered rideshares, individualized patient navigation, and a community-centric approach to patient care, which included staff members with shared lived experiences to increase positive interactions and renewed trust among poorly served communities, were facilitators of PrEP access and intervention uptake. The importance of program familiarization with the community before implementation, particularly for Black and African American communities, who may experience unique barriers to accessing sexual healthcare was strongly emphasized by participants.ConclusionsThe Mobile PrEP intervention was found to be an acceptable and accessible mode of HIV/STI preventive care. The importance of pre-implementation community engagement and preparation is emphasized. Future research is needed to refine understanding of the intervention’s components and evaluate implementation determinants in other highly impacted neighborhoods.

Analysis of Walmart's Marketing Strategy Based on STP Theory

Walmart is a retail industry leader, and its growth and success have given the company a measure of reference significance. Analyzing the retail industry's current market condition, resolving the challenge, and providing strategic reference for other businesses may all be accomplished by studying Walmart's approach to marketing. This study examines the following aspects of Walmart's marketing strategy through literature review and analysis method: market segmentation, market target, and market positioning, with an eye on the theory underlying each of them. The research concluded that Walmart used population, geography, and the purchasing power of different consumer groups to divide the market into distinct segments, and that the company used both a generic marketing strategy and a more targeted marketing strategy to meet customer demand for its low prices and convenient locations. Walmart has made tactical tweaks to the aforementioned marketing methods to account for the ever-shifting nature of the market. In order to pursue the sustainable development of businesses, the paper adopts a more complex and humanized segmentation principle, modifies the market target strategy and market positioning, and upgrades the positioning to energy conservation and environmental protection.

Hành trình chuyển đổi số tại Học viện Ngân hàng: Thực trạng và giải pháp

After 62 years of formation and development, the Banking Academy of Vietnam (BAV) is facing new challenges in terms of development orientation in the context of a rapidly changing digital economy and digital society. The strengths of BAV in the past have been promoted and brought BAV’s position today as a convenient location in the center of Hanoi, a school affiliated with the banking industry, with a long history of training and a team of committed and enthusiastic lecturers. However, in the new context of the digital age, many advantages may have reached their limit and besides, many factors have revealed weaknesses that need to be overcome, leaving little room for development. BAV’s campus is always overloaded, library space is becoming more and more cramped, the management of lecture halls and facilities is becoming increasingly inadequate, the need for learner experience is increasing, especially for digital services, etc. Digital transformation (DT) is considered the key to help BAV overcome the above weaknesses, helping to increase effectiveness and efficiency in management and administration activities and improve competitiveness in the context of integration. This study was conducted with the goal of determining the current status and solutions to effectively implement DT activities at BAV in the period 2022-2025, vision 2030

The influence of marketing mix on purchase decisions

This study investigates the impact of the marketing mix—product, price, place, and promotion—on purchasing decisions at Warung Ketan Susu Tasikmalaya. Using a quantitative approach, data from 100 consumers were analyzed through multiple linear regression. Results show that product quality positively influences purchases, while higher prices deter them. Location convenience and effective promotions also play significant roles. These findings offer actionable insights for enhancing business strategies and driving sales in competitive markets.

The impact of having a free community eye clinic located inside a homeless shelter: a retrospective analysis of patient demographics

Worsening vision is a life-altering process that affects individuals in many aspects of daily life. While worsening vision can be caused by normal physiological processes that occur with age, there can be underlying systemic or ocular diseases that may be the root cause. Routine eye exams can screen for disease as well determine the degree of vision correction required to attain acceptable vision. Access to an eye exam ordinarily requires vision insurance and one must consider the added expense of glasses if they are recommended. While this can be a life-improving visit for many, there are several socioeconomic barriers that discourage homeless and low-income individuals from being able to access this service. The lack of resources to access regular eye exams and the resulting inadequate eye care may lead to underdiagnosis of serious ocular pathology. The Kansas City Free Eye Clinic is located inside a homeless shelter and, therefore, provides a convenient location for homeless and low-income individuals to receive comprehensive eye exams as well as prescription glasses at no cost. In this paper, we discuss the unique setup and demographics of this student-run eye clinic and the ways in which it has served the Kansas City population and how its integration into a homeless shelter could serve as a role model for free community eye clinics.

An inverse methodology to estimate the thermal properties and heat generation of a Li-ion battery

Accurate estimation of temperature-dependent orthotropic thermal properties and volumetric heat generation of a Li-ion battery is crucial for thermal modeling, thermal safety, and the design of thermal management systems for electric vehicles. Though various studies are available on estimating thermophysical properties and heat generation, simple and easily applicable methods are rare. Moreover, these studies failed to report temperature sensitivity and standard deviation of the estimates. In this study, the temperature-dependent orthotropic thermal conductivities (kr,kθ,kz), specific heat (cp), and volumetric heat generation (qv) of Panasonic NCR18650BD cylindrical battery are estimated using an inverse approach (Metropolis Hastings-Markov Chain Monte Carlo algorithm based Bayesian method) with the help of experimentally obtained surface temperatures measured at convenient locations on the battery. From the estimation, the average values of kr,kθ,kz and cv are observed to be 3.18 ± 0.19, 20.34 ± 1.26, 19.89 ± 1.29 (W/mK), and 3180 ± 202 (J/kgK), respectively. The average heat generation rates from the same battery obtained using the same methodology are 0.1 ± 0.005, 0.34 ± 0.012, and 1.51 ± 0.026 W for 0.5, 1, and 2C discharge rates, respectively. The estimated thermophysical properties and heat generation rates are in good agreement with the results obtained from both in-house experiments and literature. In addition to the estimation of thermophysical properties and heat generation, the proposed methodology opens vistas to predict the strength and location of hotspots in the battery domain, which helps in designing appropriate and effective thermal management systems for battery packs.