Dimensions Of Decision Research Articles

ANALYSIS OF FEMALE PORTRAITS FROM DIFFERENT PAINTING STYLES BY PABLO PICASSO IN LIGHT OF COGNITIVE THEORY OF AESTHETIC DECISION-MAKING

The issue of this study was to examine whether aesthetic evaluations of female portraits from various painting periods in Pablo Picasso's oeuvre differ in terms of dimensions: harmony (H), ornamentation (R), and distance (D). Additionally, this study investigates the trends of aesthetic evaluations over time and whether they correspond to the assumptions of the cognitive theory of aesthetic decision-making. The study involved 55 emerging adults (M = 23.9, SD = 2.46). The stimulus material consisted of 16 female portraits belonging to Picasso's blue period, rose period, analytic cubism, and synthetic cubism. We used scales to measure H, R and D dimensions of aesthetic decision-making (Pejić 2006, 2007; Pejić & Milićević 2007). One-way ANOVA results indicated statistically significant differences in the expression of H dimension (F (3,876) = 79.28, p = .000, ŋ2 = .230), R dimension (F (3,876) = 22.49, p = .000, ŋ2 = .079), and D dimension (F (3,876) = 6.38, p = .000, ŋ2 = .026) depending on Picasso's artistic period. Likewise, trends in aesthetic evaluations of female portraits from different periods of Picasso's oeuvre over time were examined. The results showed a statistically significant trend that resembled the trend expected, depending on the aesthetic dimension in question.Keywords: H dimension, R dimension, D dimension, female portraits, Pablo Picasso

Lived experiences of persons on tuberculosis treatment in Nairobi County, Kenya: a mixed methods study

BackgroundTuberculosis program effectiveness is majorly measured by disease severity and treatment response without integrating patient perspectives. Yet, it’s a critical dimension in clinical decision-making that enhances health worker-patient interactions and increases individuals’ sustained engagement with treatment, thereby benefiting the people affected and the wider public by mitigating the infection risk. This study assessed the lived experiences of persons affected by tuberculosis who were on treatment in Nairobi County, Kenya.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted in May 2023 among 392 persons with drug-susceptible pulmonary tuberculosis in five facilities in Nairobi County. Participants were selected through simple random sampling and interviewed by semi-structured questionnaires and focused group discussions. Data on prevention and control strategies, facility preference, medication burden, interaction with healthcare workers, and the socio-economic effects of the disease were collected. Quantitative data was analyzed descriptively using frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations while qualitative data was transcribed, coded, and thematically analyzed.ResultsThe sample consisted of 245 males and 147 females aged between 3 and 74 years. Despite the high rating of their interactions with the healthcare workers, the findings show insufficient knowledge of the prevention and control strategies of TB. Additionally, food insecurity resulting from an inability to afford recommended meals, medication burden such as high pill burden especially where there are coexisting medical conditions, undesirable taste and size of the TB tablets, adverse drug events, economic burden due to loss of income, and stigma from the family and community were reported to affect treatment outcomes.ConclusionTreatment outcomes are influenced by multi-level factors such as low knowledge of TB prevention and control strategies, stigma, food insecurity, medication burdens like pill number, size, taste, and adverse drug reactions, facility preference, and economic hardships including loss of income. Understanding the individual needs of persons with TB will help develop interventions that are specific to them for better treatment outcomes.

Prenatal multidisciplinary counseling for fetal congenital anomalies: A narrative review.

Prenatal multidisciplinary counseling for fetuses with congenital anomalies involves a collaborative approach, integrating expertise from various medical fields. This comprehensive strategy aims to provide expectant parents with accurate information about the diagnosis, potential outcomes, and available interventions. Genetic counselors, obstetricians, neonatologists, and other specialists work together to address medical, psychological, and ethical aspects. The prenatal multidisciplinary counseling approach emphasizes open communication, fostering a supportive environment for the couple to express their concerns and ask questions. In the case of prenatally detected fetal congenital anomalies, several different scenarios can be delineated: (1) detection of surgically correctable congenital anomalies, (2) identification of genetic disease or fetal anomalies likely to result in disabilities, (3) discovery of severe and lethal congenital anomalies, and (4) encountering fetal anomalies that are not well-defined, leading to an unclear scenario. The process of counseling includes discussing the possibility of pregnancy termination, treatment options, potential challenges, and emotional support, enabling expectant parents to make informed decisions aligned with their values and preferences. Additionally, the counseling process extends beyond the initial diagnosis, providing ongoing support as the pregnancy progresses and helping families to prepare for the difficulties they may face after the birth of the child with congenital anomalies. This collaborative effort not only focuses on the medical aspects but also considers the emotional and ethical dimensions of decision-making. The multidisciplinary approach enhances the quality of care and empower parents, facilitating a more informed and compassionate journey throughout the prenatal period.

Identity in Court Decision-Making

We explore the role of identity along multiple dimensions in high-stakes decision-making. Our data contain information about demographic and socioeconomic indicators for defendants and randomly assigned jurors in a Swedish court. Our results show that defendants are 4 to 6 percent less likely to get a prison sentence if judged by one more juror belonging to the same identity-forming group. Moreover, they are given 10 percent shorter prison sentences. Socioeconomic background and demographic attributes are equally important for identity effects, and these effects stem from trials of longer duration and where the defendant is present in the courtroom. (JEL D91, J15, J16, K42, Z13)

دراسة العلاقة بين ثقافة المخاطر واتخاذ القرار في القطاع الشبه حكومي في المملكة العربية السعودية بالتطبيق على الهيئة العامة للأوقاف

The study aimed to identify the relationship between risk culture with its dimensions (implementation of risk management policies and procedures, level of risk awareness) and decision-making with its dimensions (quality of decisions made, support of top management) by applying it to the General Authority for Awqaf as a semi-government sector. The study also sought to assess the level of employees’ awareness in the Authority of the importance of risk management through examining the study dimensions and the relationship between the two variables (risk culture and decision-making). This research followed the descriptive-analytical approach and utilized a questionnaire as a tool for collecting primary data. The study population consisted of employees at the General Authority for Awqaf, totaling 500 participants. A random sample of 217 individuals was studied, and the data analyzed using SPSS and Excel software, employing various statistical methods to test the research hypotheses. The main findings of the research included the following: In the risk culture dimension, the application of risk management policies and procedures received an overall mean of 4.0285 and a standard deviation of 0.0984, while the level of risk awareness dimension received an overall mean of 4.1522 and a standard deviation of 0.1308. In the decision-making dimension, the quality of decisions made received an overall mean of 4.0285 and a standard deviation of 0.0984, while the support of top management dimension received an overall mean of 4.0199 and a standard deviation of 0.92582. The study also found a statistically significant positive relationship between risk culture and decision-making across their respective dimensions. Among the key recommendations of the study were providing the necessary support for risk management from top management to facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within the organization, ensuring commitment across all management levels, developing a comprehensive strategy to support risk culture within management strategies, as this approach will help unify the vision and enhance integration among departments, thus achieving organizational goals more effectively, and encouraging the utilization of risks as growth opportunities, which would enhance institutional performance.

The what, the when and the how: A qualitative study of allied health decision-maker perspectives on factors influencing the development and implementation of advanced and extended scopes of practice in Australia.

Health workforce supply is critical to ensuring the delivery of essential healthcare and may be enhanced via mechanisms which alter the scopes of practice of health professions. The aim of this paper is to study the collective perspectives of allied health decision-makers on factors which influence their development and implementation of advanced and extended scope of practice initiatives, and how they contribute to scope of practice change. The reasoning for the selection of each factor will also be examined. A grounded-theory, qualitative study of the experiences of allied health directors and senior managers across two Australian State/Territory jurisdictions. Twenty allied health decision-makers participated in the study. Data coding of interview transcripts identified 14 factors specific to scope of practice change, spanning rational (n=8) and non-rational (n=6) decision-making approaches. Leadership, Governance, Needs of organisational leaders, Resourcing, Knowledge, skills & experience - clinical, Supporting resources, Knowledge & skills - change and Sustainability were identified as being rational and enabling in and of themselves, with Leadership seen as being most influential. Comparatively, the non-rational factors of Socio-economic & political environment, Perceived patient need, Organisational environment, Change culture & appetite, Perceived professional territorialism and Actual professional territorialism were more varied, and primarily influenced the timing/catalyst and application of decision-making. The complex interplay between these factors was conceptually represented as a decision-making construct. Allied health decision-makers hold a complex, systems-level understanding of scope of practice change. Whilst rational decision criteria were predominant and seen to enable scope change, non-rational influences reflected greater variation in decision timing/catalyst and application, thus emphasising the human dimensions of decision-making. Further research is required to better understand how decision-makers integrate and weight these decision-making factors to determine their relative importance and to inform the development of structured decision tools.

Applying Fuzzy Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory and Analytic Network Process Approaches to Explore Green Production in the Semiconductor Industry

As environmental awareness grows, society emphasizes green business. Thus, semiconductor companies encompass energy-saving processes and innovative product development. This study employs the fuzzy decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (DEMATEL) analysis method to assess the impact of four key dimensions, externalities, market orientation, green technology, and corporate social responsibility, on semiconductor companies’ green production decisions. This study uses the DEMATEL-based analytic network process (DANP) approach to rank the criteria order in green production decision-making. The results from the DEMATEL causality diagram highlight externalities as the most critical dimension influencing other dimensions of green production decisions. This study suggests that regulatory pollution punishment and subsidies emerge as the primary drivers for green production decisions. Companies adopt environmentally friendly production practices to prevent regulatory pollution penalties or reduce carbon trading costs. Additionally, the DANP results reveal that corporate image criteria in the corporate social responsibility dimension hold the utmost priority in semiconductor firms’ green production decision-making. This implies that considerations for improving a company’s image should take precedence as semiconductor companies seek shareholder support and governmental subsidies to ensure sustainable operations. Externalities arise as the secondary priority dimension in green production decision-making, aligning with the impact of externalities identified in DEMATEL findings.

Artificial Intelligence as a Factor in State and Society Transformation: Finding Balance between Administrative Efficiency and Human-Centricity

The article presents a socio-philosophical analysis of artificial intelligence (AI) integration into public administration systems. The research focuses on identifying an optimal balance between enhancing administrative efficiency and preserving humanistic values. The author examines diverse perspectives on AI’s role in contemporary society, ranging from techno-optimistic concepts that view AI as a tool for qualitative improvement of human life, to critical theories warning of dehumanization risks and increased social control. The paper conducts a comparative analysis of national AI development strategies among leading global powers, identifying their common features and significant differences shaped by cultural, political, and economic factors. Potential risks and threats associated with the implementation of AI systems in public administration are explored, including issues of personal data protection, information security, and the ethical dimensions of algorithmic decision-making. The concept of a human-centered approach to AI is examined as a potential guiding principle for the development and deployment of these technologies. Various levels of control over AI systems are characterized, encompassing legal regulation, professional and public evaluation. Particular attention is given to the prospects of artificial general intelligence (AGI) development and its potential impact on the transformation of state institutions and social relations. The study argues that AGI architecture, enabling genuine system agency, must incorporate a level responsible for actualization functions (strategic goal-setting, ethics, knowledge, and self-identification). Special emphasis is placed on the system’s awareness of its finite existence as a necessary condition for developing meaningful operational strategies and ethical principles. The article concludes that as AI technologies advance, the importance of ethical norms, value systems, and responsibility principles increases since these core societal factors cannot be fully replaced even by the most sophisticated regulation. The author highlights the growing significance of mutual trust between state and society in an environment where AI systems provide unprecedented opportunities for social control.

Modelling Technical Capacity of Industrial Machines Suppliers’ Selection Post Engineering and Economic Considerations

After considering engineering, economics, and supply due-date strategic decisions as the death knell for the selection of industrial machinery suppliers, the technical capability of the suppliers is one of the strategic decisions for consideration. To achieve this, necessary attributes of this strategic decision were identified in this study. These attributes include the quality of mechanics used, quality of staff used, level of research work done, level of quality control, and quality of companies patronizing the vendor. They were modelled and integrated (logic) for decision-making and then evaluated using a case study of procuring a Cocoa Liquor Press for extracting butter from the cocoa liquor using three vendors V1, V2, and V3 that passed the three strategic decision death knells. The overall performance indices of all three vendors as per their strength on the considered strategic decision (technical quality of the supplier) are 1.71, 1.66, and 1.63 which are 43.2%, 33.25%, and 32.6% respectively by percentage. While their weaknesses are 3.28, 3.34, and 3.37 which are 65.6%, 66.8%, and 67.2%. Vendor one (V1) having a performance index of 1.71 strength and 3.28 weakness (43.2% strength and 65.8% weakness) post engineering and economic consideration death-knell was found to be best suitable and was selected.

Exploring the preferences of traditional versus Western medicine in the Spiti Valley region of India: A qualitative approach

BackgroundTraditional healing practices are prevalent in rural and mountainous areas of India where Western medicine is not accessible. WHO guidelines recommend integration of traditional and Western medicine to meet rural primary care needs. We explored three dimensions of rural patients' decision-making and satisfaction with their medical care: pregnancy-related concerns, pediatric care for children under five, and acute injuries. MethodsWe conducted a qualitative study using a phenomenological approach in India's Spiti Valley between August and October 2023. Sixteen individuals, age 18 years and older, participated in one-on-one interviews. The interviews were transcribed from Hindi into English, reviewed for accuracy by a native speaker, and imported into Dedoose software. Data were analyzed using inductive coding. FindingsMultiparous women aged 35–44 were concerned about pregnancy complications, leading them to choose Western medicine despite access and cost barriers. Pediatric illness requiring urgent care at night was a concern for women with children under five. Those in the injuries group reported having to travel for care beyond basic first aid. Overall, concerns were about limited access to some services locally, as well as costs of travel, medical procedures, and medications when services were obtained beyond the local area. InterpretationAll participants considered their traditional healer their first point of contact for medical care. A number of Western medical services were not available locally. These findings suggest a need to strengthen access to and integration of Western and traditional medical care in rural settings in India.

Impact of Implementing TQA Principles on Organizational Development: A Field Study in Private Universities in Amanat Al Asema (Sana’a)

This study aimed to identify the impact of implementing TQA principles on organizational development in private universities in Amanat Al Asema, Sana’a. To achieve this, the study adopted the descriptive analytical method, and its population consisted of leadership positions in (9) universities who were (427) leaders, (210) of which were selected using the stratified proportional random method. The SPSS was used for processing and analyzing the data. The study results revealed a positive impact of TQA principles on organizational development, with a difference in such an impact due to different dimensions. The dimension of fact-based decision-making showed more impact on the organizational development, whereas the dimension of focusing on the learning and teaching process had less impact. The principles of TQA (support and commitment of the higher management to applying principles of TQA; focus on the customer; prevention of errors before occurrence) did not show any impact on the organizational development in the universities under study. The study recommends strengthening the practice of TQA principles due to their positive impact on organizational development, paying more attention to developing the learning and teaching process, and improving the level of organizational development in the universities.

Clinical decisions for appropriate management of patients with atrial fibrillation.

The management of patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) requires intricate clinical decision-making to optimize outcomes. In everyday clinical practice, physicians undergo difficult choices to better manage patients with AF. They need to balance thromboembolic and bleeding risk to focus on patients' symptoms and to manage a variety of multiple comorbidities. In this review, we aimed to explore the multifaceted dimensions of clinical decision-making in AF patients, encompassing the definition and diagnosis of clinical AF, stroke risk stratification, oral anticoagulant therapy selection, consideration of bleeding risk, and the ongoing debate between rhythm and rate control strategies. We will also focus on possible grey zones for the management of AF patients. In navigating this intricate landscape, clinicians must reconcile the dynamic interplay of patient-specific factors, evolving guidelines, and emerging therapies. The review underscores the need for personalized, evidence-based clinical decision-making to tailor interventions for optimal outcomes according to specific AF patient profiles.

Nuclear weapons and interstate conflict behavior: The moderating influence of civil–military relations

Do nuclear weapons deter aggression or make states more likely to engage in conflict? I argue that we can explain whether and when nuclear capabilities increase state belligerence by examining the role of domestic institutions that shape state security policy. This study provides evidence that nuclear weapons have an emboldening effect on conflict initiation by elevating state capacity but that whether this emboldening translates into higher levels of belligerence depends on the extent to which civilians (relative to the military) control the state, an important dimension of state decision-making. Results provide suggestive evidence in support of my argument. I illustrate this mechanism using the case of Pakistan (1972–2010).

Content Dimensions in Academic Decision-Making: Exploring Threats and Opportunities among Oxford College Undergraduates

This study explores the critical role of information in shaping decision-making processes within the academic sphere, with a specific emphasis on the content dimensions of information. It endeavors to comprehensively examine the threats and opportunities inherent in the content dimensions of information and their impact on academic decision-making. This research adopted a random sampling approach, resulting in the inclusion of two hundred and twenty participants drawn from the student cohorts enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) programmes at the esteemed Oxford College of Engineering and Management. Data collection was executed through meticulously designed questionnaires, and the subsequent analysis of the acquired data was conducted using descriptive statistical tools. The findings of this research reveal a substantial prevalence of office automation systems and Management Information Systems (MIS) in the resource of tools employed by students during their academic decision-making processes. Furthermore, this research investigation has unearthed noteworthy gender-based distinctions within the content dimensions, elucidating variations in the perceived accuracy and relevance of information among the study’s respondents. Additionally, this research has scrutinized the diverse perspectives surrounding improved learning outcomes and enhanced understanding, specifically concerning opportunities associated with the content dimensions of information. The collective results of this study underscore a consensus among the student body at Oxford College of Engineering and Management. A significant majority of respondents have expressed agreement, and in many cases, strong agreement, regarding the paramount importance of both threats and opportunities inherent in the content dimensions of information within the context of academic decision-making processes. These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the intricate dynamics at play in the academic realm, shedding light on the multifaceted nature of information’s influence on decision-making processes in this specific educational context.

How do we Sign a Contract if Everything is Predetermined: Does Compatibilism Help Preserve Agency?

In recent years, neurophysiological research has pushed the concept of free will towards a reductionist interpretation, largely avoiding the concept of a freely willing agent. This paper explores the ongoing debate surrounding free will, highlighting the contrasting perspectives of determinism, indeterminism (libertarianism), and compatibilism. It questions how individuals, particularly those adhering to deterministic viewpoints, can ethically navigate a world defined by causal relationships. The paper argues that reductionist approaches struggle to account for ethical responsibility and the human experience of making choices. While compatibilism offers a middle ground, asserting that actions in line with one's desires are free and thus ethically accountable, this stance is scrutinized for its potential limitations in answering questions about personal responsibility. Specifically, it is argued that compatibilism may not be the ideal framework for a neurophysiologist confronted with ethical dilemmas, thus leaving room for the re-examination of indeterminism. Through this discussion, the paper aims to contribute to a nuanced understanding of free will that incorporates both the scientific and philosophical dimensions of human decision-making.

RETIREMENT READINESS: UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE AMONG GOVERNMENT WORKERS IN AHMEDABAD

The purpose of this research project is to better understand the complex relationships that exist between retirement readiness and financial literacy in the particular setting of Ahmedabad government employees. The study has two main goals: first, it will determine how much financial literacy and awareness government workers currently possess; second, it will investigate any possible relationships between their demographic characteristics and attitudes about retirement planning. To ensure a diverse representation of this workforce, the study technique incorporates in-depth interviews with a sample size of 100 government employees in Ahmedabad that was carefully chosen. Throughout the study, emphasis is placed on the need of retirement preparation. Not only is retirement planning seen as a personal financial tactic, but it's also seen as a vital pillar that supports both individual well-being and greater society stability. Given the significant contribution that government workers make to society's ability to function, this recognition is especially important. The study highlights the crucial role that a strong grasp of financial concepts plays in guaranteeing a smooth and happy post-career life as these people go from active duty to retirement. It also clarifies the ways in which prudent retirement planning can reduce monetary uncertainty and enhance retirees' overall economic resilience. The study aims to inform legislation, educational activities, and personal financial goals, all of which are in line with a wider societal perspective. The research intends to provide insights into the qualitative dimensions of financial decision-making among government employees in Ahmedabad by exploring the complexities of financial knowledge and retirement planning. These insights would go beyond statistical correlations.

Telemedicine decision-making in primary care during the COVID-19 pandemic: Balancing patient agency and provider expertise

ObjectivesThe COVID-19 pandemic precipitated the expansion of telemedicine use worldwide, introducing a new dimension of healthcare decision-making – choosing a visit format – not previously experienced by most patients or providers. To date, the pandemic's impact on decisions about using telemedicine versus in-person visits in primary care has not been fully explored. The purpose of this study was to examine patient and provider accounts of decision-making about the choice between telemedicine and in-person care during the COVID-19 pandemic. MethodsPrimary care providers and patients were recruited from four healthcare systems across three states in the United States. Participants completed semi-structured interviews about their experiences using telemedicine for primary care during the pandemic. Data pertaining to decision-making about telemedicine were examined as a secondary analysis using interpretive description. ResultsTwenty-one providers and 65 patients completed interviews. Patients’ ability to choose their own visit format influenced their level of satisfaction with telemedicine care, while providers expressed concern about leaving visit format entirely up to their patients. Patients and providers generally agreed that telemedicine was well-suited for routine follow-ups, reviewing results, and medication management. However, in cases of urgent health problems, patients and providers differed in their criteria for determining what visit format is most appropriate but agreed that telemedicine could be a useful tool for “quick fixes” and for fast and effective triage. ConclusionsPrimary care patients and providers emphasized the importance of agency during care delivery and shared opportunities for effective triage via telemedicine. Further research should focus on developing tools to support shared healthcare decisions regarding telemedicine use under changing healthcare conditions, particularly for urgent health questions. Public Interest SummaryThe COVID-19 pandemic has increased telemedicine use around the world. This study looked at patient and provider decisions about using telemedicine versus in-person care during the pandemic. We asked 21 primary care providers and 65 patients from four healthcare systems across three U.S. states about their experiences using telemedicine during the pandemic. Patients were more satisfied if they were able to choose whether to have an in-person or video visit, while providers worried that allowing patients to choose the visit format could get in the way of care when patients need physical exams or laboratory testing. Patients and providers gave different reasons for choosing a visit format, but both agreed that telemedicine was useful for “quick fixes” and making decisions together in emergencies. Healthcare systems should create tools to help patients and providers decide when to use telemedicine, especially when managing urgent health issues.

Women's status, empowerment, and utilization of skilled delivery services in Papua New Guinea: an empirical analysis based on structural equation modeling.

Skilled birth attendants (SBA) facilitate identifying and overcoming labor problems and saving lives. With one of the highest maternal death rates in the Asia-Pacific area, SBA utilization during childbirth among Papua New Guinea (PNG) women remains low. Women's status and empowerment are important factors in maternal and child health services and critical to maternal and child health development. This study is intended to apply structural equation modeling based on data from the Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) to evaluate the causal relationship between women's status, empowerment, and SBA utilization in PNG and the mechanisms of their influence. This study employed data from the 2016-2018 Papua New Guinea Demographic Health Survey (PNG DHS), which recruited 18,175 women aged 15-49 years. A multi-stage sample and a structured questionnaire were used to collect information on maternal health, women's empowerment, and related topics. STATA 17.0 was used to describe the data, while MPLUS 8.2 was employed for structural equation modeling and pathway analysis. The two empowerment dimensions of household decision-making (standardized path coefficient, β = 0.049, p < 0.05) and access to health services (β = 0.069, p < 0.01) were positively associated with SBA utilization, while the association between attitudes toward partner violence and SBA utilization was not statistically significant. In addition, mediation analysis revealed that education indirectly influenced SBA utilization through access to health services (β = 0.011, 95% CI: 0.002, 0.022). The findings confirmed the direct and indirect effects of women's status and empowerment on SBA utilization in PNG. Therefore, a call for further evidence-based interventions in PNG and possibly Pacific Small Island Developing States (PSIDS) is needed to improve women's educational attainment, household decision-making, and access to health services to enhance maternal and newborn health and well-being.

EX-POST ANALYSIS AS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE LEGISLATIVE DECISION-MAKING PROCESS

The paper presents the theoretical arguments and practical benefits of developing a system of ex-post evaluation of regulatory impact by studying the actual effects of the decisions of legislative decision-making bodies. The individual issues under consideration involve: the analysis of general assumptions of the decision-making approach in legal studies and its application to the problems of a law-making policy; presentation of the stages of the legislative decision-making process, with a particular emphasis placed on the effects of such decisions; and discussion of the conditions of a contemporary law-making policy, from both the theoretical and practical points of view, based on a distinction of several dimensions of legislative decision-making (instrumental, axiological, power game, social conflict, discursive, social normative system, economic, and temporal). For each dimension, ex-post evaluation criteria are proposed.

Investigating the influence of omnichannel retailing on consumer decision making in the Jordanian market

The present research investigates the use of omnichannel retailing and its influence on the Jordanian market, focusing on four important dimensions: integration, fulfilment, usability, and seamlessness. This study attempts to answer how strategies of omnichannel affect purchase-decisions and satisfaction of customers among students at private universities in Jordan as expectations for integrated purchase experiences that combine physical and digital channels continue to rise. Using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM), this study empirically examines the relationships between various dimensions of omnichannel retailing and consumer decision-making. The findings reveal that strong integration across sales channels, fast delivery options, simple interfaces, and seamless transitions significantly enhance consumer decision-making. This underscores the importance of robust infrastructure facilities, dependable information availability options, flexible fulfillment methods, user-friendly interface designs as well as a smooth customer support system which all together make for a great shopping experience. Thus, local retailers are given clear recommendations to invest in current systems by diversifying their delivery alternatives, improving mobile platforms, and using data analytics to match marketing efforts. The main focus of this paper is effective merchandising practices that can help retailers connect with consumers effectively during changing market situations. Moreover, there are several lessons from this research for businesses operating under stiff competition but with the increasing needs of modern-day consumers.