Management Ideas Research Articles

Gut Bacteria Promote Phosphine Susceptibility of Tribolium castaneum by Aggravating Oxidative Stress and Fitness Costs.

Knowledge about resistance mechanisms can provide ideas for pesticide resistance management. Although several studies have unveiled the positive or negative impacts of gut microbes on host pesticide resistance, minimal research is available regarding the association between gut microbes and host phosphine resistance. To explore the influence of gut bacteria on host phosphine susceptibility and its molecular basis, mortality, fitness, redox responses, and immune responses of adult Tribolium castaneum were determined when it was challenged by phosphine exposure and/or gut bacteria inoculation. Five cultivable gut bacteria were excised from a population of phosphine-resistant T. castaneum. Among them, only Enterococcus sp. inoculation significantly promoted host susceptibility to phosphine, while inoculation of any other gut bacteria had no significant effect on host phosphine susceptibility. Furthermore, when T. castaneum was exposed to phosphine, Enterococcus sp. inoculation decreased the female fecundity, promoted host oxidative stress, and suppressed the expression and activity of host superoxide dismutase, catalase, and peroxidase. In the absence of phosphine, Enterococcus sp. inoculation also elicited overactive immune responses in T. castaneum, including the immune deficiency and Toll signaling pathways and the dual oxidase-reactive oxygen species system. These results indicate that Enterococcus sp. likely promotes host phosphine susceptibility by aggravating oxidative stress and fitness costs.

Co-inoculation of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria and phosphate accumulating bacteria in phosphorus-enriched composting regulates phosphorus transformation by facilitating polyphosphate formation

This study aimed to explore the impact of co-inoculating phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) and phosphate accumulating bacteria (PAB) on phosphorus forms transformation, microbial biomass phosphorus (MBP) and polyphosphate (Poly-P) accumulation, bacterial community composition in composting, using high throughput sequencing, PICRUSt 2, network analysis, structural equation model (SEM) and random forest (RF) analysis. The results demonstrated PSB-PAB co-inoculation (T1) reduced Olsen-P content (1.4 g) but had higher levels of MBP (74.2 mg/kg) and Poly-P (419 A.U.) compared to PSB-only (T0). The mantel test revealed a significantly positive correlation between bacterial diversity and both bioavailable P and MBP. Halocella was identified as a key genus related to Poly-P synthesis by network analysis. SEM and RF analysis showed that pH and bacterial community had the most influence on Poly-P synthesis, and PICRUSt 2 analysis revealed inoculation of PAB increased ppk gene abundance in T1. Thus, PSB-PAB co-inoculation provides a new idea for phosphorus management.

Differences in Cadmium Uptake and Accumulation in Seedlings of Wheat Varieties with Low- and High-Grain Cadmium Accumulation under Different Drought Stresses.

Cadmium (Cd) and drought, as abiotic stresses, have long been significant challenges for crop growth and agricultural production. However, there have been relatively few studies conducted on the effects of drought stress on Cd uptake, especially regarding the differences in Cd uptake characterization in varieties with varying Cd accumulation under different drought stress. To investigate the effects of drought conditions on Cd uptake by wheat in different genotypes under specific background levels of Cd pollution, we validated the differences in root absorption characteristics of low- (YM) and high-grain Cd accumulating wheat genotypes (XM) using non-invasive micro-test technology, and we conducted a hydroponic experiment on the Cd addition and different drought levels in a climate-controlled chamber. The biomass, root morphology, Cd uptake, and accumulation were determined under Cd (100 µmol L-1) and different drought levels of 0% (0 MPa), 5% (-0.100 Mpa), 10% (-0.200 Mpa), and 15% (-0.388 Mpa) simulated by polyethylene glycol (PEG-6000). We found that the simultaneous exposure to Cd and drought had a suppressive effect on the total root lengths, root surface areas, and root volumes of XM and YM, albeit with distinct patterns of variation. As the concentration of PEG-6000 increased, the Cd concentrations and the amount of Cd accumulated in the roots and shoots of XM and YM decreased. Specifically, the Cd concentration in the roots exhibited a reduction ranging from 12.51% to 66.90%, while the Cd concentration in the shoots experienced an even greater decrease of 50.46% to 80.57%. The PEG-6000 concentration was significantly negatively correlated (p < 0.001) with Cd concentration of roots and shoots and Cd accumulation in roots, shoots, and the whole plants and significantly negatively correlated (p < 0.05) with the total length, surface area, and volume of roots. This study confirms that drought stress (5% PEG-6000) can decrease the uptake and accumulation of Cd in wheat seedlings without significant inhibition of biomass, and the change of root morphology (root length) and the decrease of Cd concentration in roots may be the main direct pathways for achieving these effects under drought stress. This research provides a new perspective and idea for water management in Cd-contaminated farmland.

Strategic Trends in Management by Competencies: A Bibliometric Review

Purpose: The objective of this study was to present a current and exhaustive analysis of the contributions and studies carried out by experts regarding strategic management by competencies as a result of a bibliometric review.&#x0D; &#x0D; Theoretical framework: Recent literature, in the last decade, has reported the increase of the need for companies to obtain a sustainable competitive advantage. So, this study about trends in management by competencies becomes essential to review all these works.&#x0D; &#x0D; Design/Methodology/Approach: The bibliometric study was conducted using the SCOPUS database, examining 624 publications from 1966 to 2023. The main findings of this review show that only in the 21st century did the idea of people management by competencies models stand out in the scientific and business scenario.&#x0D; &#x0D; Findings: The evidence shows that the concept of "management," present in 75% of the clusters found (high occurrence), strongly correlates with the theme of the people management model by competencies. The symbiosis between them can become one of the most important strengths (competitive differential) in a significantly changing business scenario.&#x0D; &#x0D; Research, Practical &amp; Social implications: We suggest a future research agenda and highlight the contributions made to other leaders and human resource managers.&#x0D; &#x0D; Originality/Value: The bibliometric analysis allows us to identify that research has been carried out that contributed with elements to the models of competencies and their advances, in order to understand the model of competency management as an integrated and strategic system of evaluation and improvement of the organizations and/or people that compose it.

Manajemen Program BPI (Bina Pribadi Islam) dalam Membentuk Akhlak Peserta Didik di SMP IT Al-Hijrah

This research was motivated by the researcher's interest in the Islamic Personal Development program at SMP IT Al-Hijrah which in fact is the flagship program of the JSIT curriculum (Integrated Islamic School Network) which is able to shape students' Islamic personalities. The purpose of this study is to identify the management of the Islamic Personal Development program in shaping the morals of students in SMP IT Al-Hijrah starting from the planning, organizing, implementing and supervision stages. The method used in this study is qualitative with a phenomenological approach with data collection techniques, namely observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study are (1) BPI program planning in shaping the morals of students at SMP IT Al-Hijrah including setting goals, forming organizational structures and tasks, schedules, materials as well as grouping students and assessments. (2) The organization of the BPI program is carried out by forming an organizational structure along with its role. (3) The implementation of the BPI (Bina Pribadi Islam) Program in shaping the morals of students at SMP IT Al-Hijrah is carried out in groups in accordance with BPI rules every Monday from 07.00-10.00 WIB. (4) Supervision of the BPI (Bina Pribadi Islam) program in shaping the morals of students at SMP IT Al-Hijrah is carried out by monitoring, reporting, follow-up, assessment and evaluation. Based on the findings of the research above, the Management of the Islamic Personal Development Program in shaping the morals of students at Al-Hijrah IT Junior High School is that it has succeeded in shaping the morals of students but has not been maximized. Factors that influence the inadequacy of this program are Human Resources or BPI (Bina Pribadi Islam) Coaches that do not yet fully exist, lack of parental control at home, lack of innovation or new ideas in BPI management.

Covalently modified graphene and 3D thermally conductive network for PEEK composites with electromagnetic shielding performance

Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) has inferior interfacial compatibility due to its rigid structure. Hence, achieving the desired thermal conductivity (TC) of PEEK composites is challenging. Covalently bonded amino-graphene (NH2-GnPs) and polybenzoxazine (PBZ) can reduce interfacial thermal resistance (ITR). Hybrid NH2-GnPs and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) were applied synergistically to refine the TC pathways. Additionally, the 3D thermally conductive network was constructed from electrospun NH2-GnPs&MWCNTs/ketimine-biphenyl polyetheretherketone (PEBEKt) and freeze-dried MWCNTs/[email protected] composites arranged in a sandwich structure. The oriented fillers could improve the heat diffusion network by increasing heat flow conveyance. The optimal in-plane and through-plane TC values were 21.0 and 6.9 Wm−1K−1, respectively, 90 and 29 times those of pure PEEK. The composites also exhibited excellent electromagnetic shielding (80.4 dB, 21.1%), thermal stability, and thermal management capabilities. Consequently, the 3D thermally conductive composites can provide a viable idea for thermal management and electromagnetic shielding materials.

WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THE EXPERIENCE FOR VALUE? – EXPERIENCE CO-CREATION AS ITS DETERMINANT

At the end of the 20th century, the idea of experience management became inextricably associated with value as a core element of marketing. Moreover, the activity of a few evolved into the collaboration of many. Since value is co-constructed by different actors, one cannot neglect their subjective experiences. Therefore, this article aims to show the importance of the co-creation of experiences in the context of value, while providing insight into experiential marketing, focusing on its connection with value. The paper is organized as follows: first, it presents a brief explanation of the concepts of experience as such and value co-creation; this is followed by a brief historical outline of the evolution of the service into the experience. Then, it lists six arguments for experiential marketing as a determinant of value, selected based on a literature review and examined for their significance. Finally, it presents some important implications for management.

Natural Nitrogen-Bearing and Phosphorus-Bearing Nanoparticles in Surface Sediments of the Pearl River Estuary, China: Implications for Nitrogen and Phosphorus Cycling in Estuarine and Coastal Ecosystems

Eutrophication creates multiple environmental problems, threatening the ecological security and sustainability of estuarine and coastal ecosystems worldwide. Key nutrients of concern are nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P), which are the main controls in eutrophication. Considering that sediments are inseparable sinks of N and P, concern has grown regarding the forms in which N and P occur in the surface sediments of estuaries and coastal areas. Nonetheless, studies on the natural N-bearing or P-bearing nanoparticles in estuarine and coastal sediments have rarely been reported. Herein, the surface sediments (0–5 cm) of the Pearl River Estuary in China were collected and subjected to analysis. Using high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HR-TEM) analysis, numerous natural N-bearing and P-bearing nanoparticles were observed. The results revealed that there are some differences in the occurrence forms of N and P in nanoparticles, suggesting that N and P could be adsorbed by nanoparticles of minerals such as hematite, goethite, muscovite, anorthite and quartz in estuarine and coastal environments, and further form N-bearing and P-bearing nanoparticles. These nanoparticles contained small amounts of N (1.52–3.73 wt%) and P (0.22–1.12 wt%), and were mainly single crystal or polycrystalline in form, with sizes ranging from 10 nm × 50 nm to 250 nm × 400 nm. In addition, P was shown to exist in the form of Ca and Fe phosphate nanoparticles in the estuarine sediments. The Ca and Fe phosphate nanoparticles had higher phosphorus content (5.02–9.97 wt%), mainly amorphous, with sizes ranging from 50 nm × 120 nm to 250 nm × 400 nm. Moreover, N-bearing and P-bearing nanoparticles could influence the migration, precipitation and release processes of N and P, and play a certain role in the N-cycling and P-cycling of estuarine and coastal ecosystems. Furthermore, we explored the role of N-bearing and P-bearing nanoparticles in the N-cycling and P-cycling in estuarine and coastal ecosystems. Thus, this study could provide new ideas for water environment management and other related research fields.

Aligning Total Quality Management, Continuous Improvement for Process Performance: An Empirical Review

Purpose: The fundamental goal of this research is to develop a conceptual framework for performance, continuous process improvement, and total quality management.&#x0D; Design/Methodology/Approach: Exploring the literature on total quality management and other variables in connection to various relationships has been the subject of recent investigations.&#x0D; Findings: This paper provides an introduction of total quality management, explains how it transforms into a sophisticated strategy employed in modern businesses, and discusses the literature-based research that has been done in this field. This study suggests that total quality management, a concept popularized by Deming, be investigated in a range of industries in order to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and increase productivity.&#x0D; Research Restrictions/Implications: This study is an integrative evaluation of the prior research on the idea of overall quality management and its connection. Future researchers are urged to make use of descriptive survey and empirical technique to generalize its findings.&#x0D; Originality/Value: To reflect comprehensive quality management, continuous improvement, and process performance, this study created a conceptual framework and model. The author created a summary table to display earlier research on the subject, including authors, topics, countries, methodologies, and findings. In light of the aforementioned, the researcher filled a knowledge gap. &#x0D;

Human-centred Management Ideas in the Management of Business Enterprises in the New Era

People-oriented management thought is the product of the new period of business enterprise management, business enterprise management adhere to the people-oriented management thought, we must adhere to the people-oriented, emphasizing the subjective initiative of enterprise members. In the industrial and commercial enterprises, the initiative, enthusiasm, and creativity of the staff to play how, will directly affect the enterprise's innovation ability, competitiveness and economic efficiency. This paper mainly focuses on the problems of people-oriented management in the management of industrial and commercial enterprises at present, and puts forward corresponding countermeasures, in order to play a certain role in helping enterprise management.

Legal Execution of Curriculum in Primary Schools: School Management Teams’ Perspectives

In terms of curriculum management in primary schools, the study's main goal was to examine the roles and experiences of school management teams (SMTs). Therefore, it was intended to look at the functions of SMTs as instructional leaders. A qualitative research strategy was adopted, and data were gathered through non-participant observation, individual interviews, focus groups, and document analysis. The participants' meanings of their lived experiences were described using the interpretivist paradigm. The management of curriculum implementation was viewed through the lenses of instructional leadership and traditional management ideas. SMTs, or participants with plenty of information, were chosen through purposeful sampling. It was discovered that the SMTs must apply both management and leadership constructs to manage the execution of the program effectively. Ineffective management and leadership prevent effective teaching from taking hold in classrooms. For schools to be effective, leadership and management must be of a high calibre. Additionally, it was discovered that while SMTs were able to recognize their tasks, some of them lacked expertise in managing the execution of curricula. Only primary schools were examined, and the study mostly relied on the opinions of the SMTs, which include the principle, deputy principal, departmental heads, subject heads, and senior teachers.

Pain catastrophising in Chinese patients with breast cancer during postoperative chemotherapy: a qualitative study

ObjectiveTo investigate the pain catastrophising in patients with breast cancer during postoperative chemotherapy.MethodsObjective sampling method was used to select patients with breast cancer who underwent breast surgery and received chemotherapy...

In the beginning: the light, scientific management and Quaker Philadelphia

PurposeThis paper aims to offer a new history of management by tracing a religious dimension of scientific management. The thesis is that the good was foundational for bringing scientific management to success in Taylor’s native Quaker Philadelphia in the 1880s. The paper’s main contribution is to contrast the philosophical origins of Taylor’s ideas in scientific management to his native Quaker roots, and how Taylor, over time, into the 1910s, wrestled with this issue.Design/methodology/approachThe paper is situated in historical interpretivism and subjectivism, leaning on contextual and narrative research on religious morality.FindingsQuaker morality prevented managerial opportunism at Taylor’s Midvale Steel in the 1880s. Conversely, by the 1900s and 1910s, interest conflicts between workers and managers escalated when scientific management moved out of its traditional cultural contexts of Quaker Philadelphia and spread across the USA. The historical implication is, already for Taylor’s time, that scientific management never was the “one-best way” of management.Research limitations/implicationsFuture research needs to deepen and broaden research on scientific management when tracing the significance of religion and culture in management thought.Practical implicationsThe paper has implications for modern studies of business morality by uncovering the practical relevance of religious business ethics at the outset of management studies.Social implicationsThe historic emergence of scientific management points to a theory of institutional evolution and economic growth, when religiously grounded governance of the firm deinstitutionalized, and institutional economic governance, with different but superior economic advantages, progressed by the 1900s.Originality/valueThe paper suggests an alternative version of the intellectual heritage of management studies by tracing the legacy of Taylor’s Quakerism and how religious and cultural ideas contributed to the formation of science in management.

Strategic Trends in Management by Competencies: A Bibliometric Review

Purpose: The objective of this study was to present a current and exhaustive analysis of the contributions and studies carried out by experts regarding strategic management by competencies as a result of a bibliometric review. Theoretical framework: Recent literature, in the last decade, has reported the increase of the need for companies to obtain a sustainable competitive advantage. So, this study about trends in management by competencies becomes essential to review all these works. Design/Methodology/Approach: The bibliometric study was conducted using the SCOPUS database, examining 624 publications from 1966 to 2023. The main findings of this review show that only in the 21st century did the idea of people management by competencies models stand out in the scientific and business scenario. Findings: The evidence shows that the concept of "management," present in 75% of the clusters found (high occurrence), strongly correlates with the theme of the people management model by competencies. The symbiosis between them can become one of the most important strengths (competitive differential) in a significantly changing business scenario. Research, Practical &amp; Social implications: We suggest a future research agenda and highlight the contributions made to other leaders and human resource managers. Originality/Value: The bibliometric analysis allows us to identify that research has been carried out that contributed with elements to the models of competencies and their advances, in order to understand the model of competency management as an integrated and strategic system of evaluation and improvement of the organizations and/or people that compose it.

Analysis of the Problems and Countermeasures of Innovation Management of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in China

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can promote the development of the national economy and society. In the market, small and medium-sized enterprises can provide jobs, promote technological development and accelerate economic growth. With the development of big data and management information systems, small and medium-sized enterprises are facing severe tests. Innovation management is an implementable way to meet this test. Innovation management is an all-round innovation from the main technology, system and management idea of an enterprise. It not only integrates the external resources of the enterprise but also improves the vitality of the enterprise itself and the ability to deal with risks. Therefore, this paper analyzes the problems and countermeasures of innovation management in SMEs in China. By using the method of a literature review, this paper expounds the requirements, current situation, and solutions of the innovative management of Chinese small and medium-sized enterprises and finally draws the conclusion that SMEs should innovate organization and ideas, widen financing channels, and enhance the ability of independent innovation.

How to Shape the Market Resilience of Real Estate under the Public CrisisTake Zhuhai's Real Estate Adjustment to Covid-19 as an Example

In 2019, COVID-19 broke out in China and gradually formed a huge epidemic worldwide. It still has a great influence and has affected all aspects of people's lives. This study mainly researched how the market resilience of real estate was shaped under the public crisis. Taking Zhuhai real estate adjustment in the epidemic as an example, this research preparing to find the development ideas of the real estate industry under the normal management of covid-19. This research is mainly based on the commissioning of the real estate market in Zhuhai, analyzes the real estate cases in Zhuhai and further analyzes the deficiencies in the real estate policy in Zhuhai from different directions, and finally gives suggestions for the resilience of the real estate market. Analyze the public management ideas of the Zhuhai case, discuss how the local government can scientifically and effectively guide enterprises to implement policies, give recommendations for the future real estate market, and enhance the resilience of the real estate market while safeguarding its balanced development in the post-epidemic era.

Proposed model and strategy for Indonesian higher education facing technological disruption and Industrial Revolution 4.0 using Newton's Laws analogy

All economic sectors in the world cannot be separated from the challenges of facing an era of technological disruption and the Industrial Revolution 4.0 (TD4IR). As centers of higher education, campuses also cannot escape from this difficult situation. Many studies have discussed the impact of TD4IR on higher education, unfortunately, without a detailed strategy for dealing with it. The global issues were analyzed using a physical approach, such as Newton's laws. Our study's purpose is to evaluate a strategic principle that Indonesian colleges can use to prepare for TD4IR. We applied Newton's analogy system to strategic management, then modeled with the derivation of the formula, followed by modeling with the simulation, to determine the changes that higher education would need to make in response to Industrial Revolution 4.0. Acceleration and deceleration scenarios are implemented with a square or cube increase or reduction. From the modeling, the parameters of Newton's laws, such as mass, friction (barriers to change), force (internal assets as a driving force), etc., must be properly matched to the idea of strategic management of higher education to give a clear picture of the problems. From the simulation, higher education needs to know the minimum value of its organizational system so it can figure out what needs to be done right away. The organization doesn't suddenly slow down or stop; higher education needs to speed up as much as possible.

Zero-Carbon and Carbon-Neutral Fuels: A Review of Combustion Products and Cytotoxicity

The use of zero-carbon and carbon-neutral fuels reduces emissions of conventional pollutants, but their emissions can be toxic and have various adverse effects on human health. This article reviews the possible combustion products of zero-carbon and carbon-neutral fuels, as well as their cytotoxic effects and potential health risks. At the same time, the review outlines biological models and toxicity detection methods commonly used in pollutant toxicity studies. Metals, nitrogen oxides (NOX), and ammonia (NH3) emitted from the combustion of metal fuels, hydrogen fuels, and ammonia fuels in zero-carbon fuels are harmful to human health. Exhaust emissions from carbon-neutral fuels, particularly biodiesel, and their blends with gasoline/diesel are cytotoxic, leading to severe cellular damage, such as oxidative damage, inflammatory responses, DNA damage, cell death, or apoptosis. Moreover, the normal function of the human body’s respiratory, cardiovascular, immune, digestive, urinary, and nervous systems may also be impacted by these fuel emissions according to cytotoxic research. Cytotoxicity of fuel combustion products is usually related to the fuel type, time, dose, and cell line used in the experiment. This review provides some ideas for the exhaust emission management of zero-carbon and carbon-neutral fuels and human health assessment. It also presents a theoretical and experimental basis for further research, including in vivo experiments.

Block Chain and Machine Learning Models to Evaluate Faults in the Smart Manufacturing System

Smart Manufacturing Systems (SMS) have revolutionized industrial processes by incorporating automation, data analytics, and real-time monitoring to improve efficiency and quality. However, ensuring the reliability and fault tolerance of SMS remains a challenge. This paper proposes an innovative approach that combines Blockchain technology with Machine Learning (ML) models to evaluate faults in SMS. By leveraging the immutability and transparency of the blockchain and the predictive capabilities of ML, this approach enhances fault detection, facilitates traceability, and ultimately contributes to the resilience of smart manufacturing. The industrial sector's increase in data creation has made monitoring systems a crucial idea for management and decision-making. The Internet of Things (IoT), which is sensor-based and one of the most advanced and potent technologies today, can process appropriate ways to monitor the manufacturing process. The research's suggested method combines IoT, machine learning (ML), and monitoring of the industrial system. Temperature, humidity, gyroscope, and accelerometer IoT sensors are used to gather environmental data. Sensor data is produced in unstructured, enormous, and real-time data forms. Many big data approaches are used to process the data further. This system's hybrid prediction model employs the Random Forest classification approach to weed out outliers in the sensor data and aid in defect identification throughout the production process. The suggested approach was examined for South Korean vehicle production. This system uses a strategy to protect and strengthen data trust in order to prevent genuine data changes with fictitious data and system interactions. The efficacy of the suggested methodology in comparison to other methods is provided in the results section. Furthermore, compared to other inputs, the hybrid prediction model offers a respectable fault prediction. The suggested technique is anticipated to improve decision-making and decrease errors during the production process.

Research on the Reform and Innovation of College Education Management Mode under the "Internet+" Environment

With the rapid development of globalization and information technology, the "Internet+" has become an important force to promote educational innovation and reform. The management mode of higher education has also faced unprecedented challenges and opportunities. The traditional educational management concepts and methods face many difficulties, and the existence of these problems seriously restricts the improvement of educational quality and the comprehensive development of student abilities. In view of this situation, this paper deeply analyzes the problems and reasons of university education management mode under the background of "Internet+", and puts forward corresponding reform countermeasures, such as updating the traditional ideas of education management, encouraging openness and innovation. Building a new model of educational management that keeps pace with the times, including utilizing internet technology to optimize the allocation of educational resources and teaching processes. Improving the professional level of managers to meet the needs of education management in the new era, etc., it aims to provide innovative ideas for higher education management and help the sustainable development of the education industry.