Information Management Competencies Research Articles

Digital transformation maturity assessment framework for large infrastructure asset owners

This research project developed a framework for assessing digital transformation (DT) maturity in large government-owned corporations (GOCs), focusing on integrating building information modelling (BIM), digital engineering (DE) practices, value of information, data integration aspects, and critical information management competencies, relating to asset management, asset delivery, and asset performance. Recognising DT’s strategic importance in asset lifecycle management, researchers created a practical DT maturity assessment tool applied to an Australian GOC. The framework and Excel assessment tool outline DT maturity across seven categories and 56 indicators, using the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) to rank indicators based on expert input. The tool enables straightforward data input and DT maturity evaluation, helping organisations understand their current DT status and set improvement targets. Workshops with DT professionals validated the tool’s effectiveness through a case study, offering insights into DT maturity levels and a roadmap for technological integration and data-driven decision-making. The research highlights DT’s role in enhancing efficiency, innovation, and safety, emphasising the need for strategic alignment with organisational objectives.

Information competence as a key factor in continuous education of a leader

Modern challenges require a dynamic transformation of the education management system. The purpose of the article is to describe the main approaches in the analysis of information and management competence of the heads of structural divisions of a modern university. The methodological basis of the study is the results-oriented management methodology, a process-oriented approach, a systematic approach in management, as well as the provisions of synergetic, acmeological, moderative and level approaches. The article discusses the features of the theoretical aspects of the study of information management competence of managers, general criteria and factors for the development of information management competence. The result of the study is a theoretical substantiation and comparative analysis of the concepts of information and management competence of the heads of structural divisions of the university. The scientific novelty lies in the fact that the material of the article contributes to the development of management theory, educational management, the system of professional development for heads of structural divisions of universities. 43 heads of structural subdivisions of the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University took part in the pilot study. The practical significance of the article is related to the possibility of using the collected data in improving the training of a new generation of higher education leaders with a high level of professionalism, competence, information and management culture. Keywords: information culture, information worldview, information competence, information literacy, information and management competence of the head of the structural unit of the university, manager of the educational institution.

Competence and Perceived Benefits in Project-Based Learning for Postgraduate Students in History Education

The paradigm developed at the State University of Jakarta (UNJ) in recent years has focused on competence to achieve workability. This paradigm shift requires a more flexible and active teaching-learning context. This paper presents empirical research into the application of a case-based project-based learning model (Case-Project Based Learning, CPjBL) in the learning of Evaluation, Process, and Learning Outcomes courses at the History Education Postgraduate Program of UNJ. Considering the important role of motivation and performance, we pursue three main goals. First, this study aims to analyze students' perceptions of the effectiveness of the CPjBL learning model to improve key competencies for employability. Second, we explored whether the perceived benefits of these competencies changed after the PBL trial. Finally, we aim to explore students' opinions about the usefulness, advantages, and disadvantages of this model. Our findings support the perceived effectiveness of PBL for improving teamwork, communication, creativity, organization, and information management competencies.

Kompetensi pustakawan di perpustakaan adrasah aliyah dan tsanawiyah negeri se-kota Banjarmasin Kalimantan Selatan

Introduction. This study aims to determine how far the competence of school/madrasah librarians in the city of Banjarmasin.Data Collection Methods. This type of qualitative research uses a qualitative approach. The research subjects were school librarians in the city of Banjarmasin (MAN 2 Model, MTsN Pemurus Dalam, MTsN 1 Pekauman, MTsN 3 Mulawarman and MAN 3 Mulawarman). The object of research is the competence of school librarians. Data collection techniques using the method of observation, interviews and documentation.Data Analysis. Data analysis techniques using data reduction, data presentation, triangulation, drawing conclusions.Results and Discussion. Thoose are: 1) the managerial competence of librarians still focuses on administrative evaluation, 2) the information management competence of librarians has not been fully able to meet the expectations of information management competence, 3) the educational competence must improve competence literacy, 4) the personality competence has not have professional awareness, 5) the social competence of librarians is still not paying attention to the development of personal character in the pattern of relationships with users, 6) the competence of professional development of librarians has not been able to describe adequate competencies, especially in the form of scientific works or scientific publications.Conclusion. Thoose are 3 main factors that can improve the competence of librarians, namely individual factors, school factors and the desire to attend education and seminars.

Ammattikorkeakouluopettajien monialainen sosiaali- ja terveydenhuollon tiedonhallinnan osaaminen

Nopea yhteiskunnan digitaalinen muutos (Digital Transformation, DT) on vaikuttanut viimeisten viiden vuoden aikana vahvasti sosiaali- ja terveydenhuollon palvelukehitykseen. Digitalisaatio on synnyttänyt paradigman muutoksen, mihin koulutuksen on pitänyt vahvasti reagoida vastatakseen vaadittaviin työelämän osaamistarpeisiin. Ammattikorkeakoulusta valmistuvalle ammattilaiselle on koulutuksessa taattava riittävät valmiudet toimia työelämässä ja selviytyä muutoksesta. Edellytyksenä on, että sosiaali- ja terveysalan, liiketalouden, palvelumuotoilualan ja IT-alan opettajat hallitsevat digitalisaation kehityksen.
 Tutkimuksen tarkoituksena oli arvioida ammattikorkeakouluopettajien sosiaali- ja terveydenhuollon digitaalisessa toimintaympäristössä tarvittavaa tiedonhallinnan osaamista. Tutkimus on osa SotePeda 24/7 -hanketta. Hankkeessa mukana oleville Suomen ammattikorkeakouluille (22) lähetettiin huhti-toukokuussa 2019 kyselylomake, joka pohjautui kansalliseen ja kansainväliseen näyttöön perustuvaan tietoon. Lomakkeessa oli 12 osaamisaluetta sisältöineen. Vastauksia saatiin kolmen muistutuksen jälkeen 172.
 Aineisto analysoitiin faktorianalyysillä hyödyntäen maximum likelihood menetelmää, ja tuloksena saatiin 18 faktoria. Suurimman latauksen saanut faktori nimettiin tiedonhallinnan ja digitaalisuuden osaamisen faktoriksi. Tässä artikkelissa tarkastellaan kyselyssä tälle faktorille latautuneita tiedonhallinnan muuttujia.
 Korrespondenssianalyysit ja tarkentavat erotteluanalyysit osoittivat osaamisen eroavan eri koulutusaloilla. Sosiaalialalla tiedonhallinnan osaamisessa oli koulutusaloista isommat erot kuin terveysalan opettajilla, joiden osaaminen oli tasaisemmin hyvää ja erittäin hyvää. Sosiaali- ja terveydenhuollon tiedonhallinnan osaamisessa oli muilla tutkimukseen osallistuvilla aloilla isoja eroja oman koulutusalan sisällä.

A principal component analysis of supply chain management skills for the Nigerian construction industry

Supply chain management (SCM) has been posited as a remedy to address the challenges and reduce fragmentation in the construction supply chain. But the success of its adoption in the construction industry (CI) is influenced by the availability of professionals with the required SCM skills. This study examined SCM skills with a view to identify the existence of any relationship and complex structure among them using a data reduction technique. A well-structured questionnaire was administered to 215 construction professionals and a relatively high response rate of 82% was attained. A principal component analysis of the data was carried out, and this reduced the identified 24 SCM skill variables to four skill areas namely; information and human resource management competencies; leadership and negotiation competencies; process management competencies, and political sensitivity and salesmanship competencies. These forms the basis for effective SCM training in the context of the Nigerian CI. The study recommended that professionals and students in the CI should undergo trainings in these areas and educators should update their curriculum to be in track with current and emerging practices of SCM. Further studies can replicate this research in other developing countries to affirm or disprove the study results.

Faculty and Student Perceptions of the Importance of Management Skills in the Hospitality Industry

Aim/Purpose: The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of faculty and student perceptions of the importance of resource, interpersonal, information, systems, and technology management competencies in the hospitality industry Background: The increasing complexity and technological dependency of the diverse hospitality and tourism sector raises the skill requirements needed, and expected, of new hires making education and competency development a strategic priority. Identifying the skills needed for hospitality graduates to succeed in a sector that is continuously being impacted by digitalization and globalization must be a continual process predicated on the desire to meet ever-changing industry needs. This study seeks to update and further explore an investigation started a decade ago that examined the skills and competencies valued by hiring managers in the hospitality industry. Methodology: The Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS), comprised of representatives from business, labor, education, and government, developed the framework, of workplace competencies and foundation skills used in this study. This research used a survey methodology for data collection and descriptive and inferential statistical methods during the analyses. The data for this study were collected from faculty, staff, hospitality industry stakeholders, and students of a Department of Hospitality & Tourism Management located at a small eastern Historically Black University (HBU). An electronic survey was sent to169 respondents and a total of 100 completed surveys were received for an overall return rate of 59%. Contribution: This study provides research on a population (first-generation minority college students) that is expanding in numbers in higher education and that the literature, reports as being under-prepared for academic success. This paper is timely and relevant and can be used to inform hospitality educators so that they can best meet the needs of their students and the companies looking to hire skilled graduates. Findings: The findings of this study indicate there is inconsistent agreement among academicians and students regarding the importance of SCANS-specific competencies in hospitality graduates. At the same time, there is no argument that industry skills will be critical in the future of hospitality graduates. Overwhelmingly, participating students and faculty found all of the SCANS competencies important with the highest ranked competencies being interpersonal skills, which, given the importance of teamwork, customer service skills, leadership, and working with cultural diversity in the hospitality industry, was expected. Additionally, participating students indicated their strong agreement that internships are effective at building professional skills. Finally, the hospitality students included in this study who were enrolled in a skill-based curriculum were confident that their program is preparing them with the necessary skills and competencies that they will need for their future careers. Recommendations for Practitioners: Higher education hospitality programs should be exploring the skills valued by industry, teaching faculty, and the students to see if they are being satisfied. Recommendation for Researchers: This research should be expanded to additional institutions across the United States as well as abroad. This particular research protocol is easily replicated and can be duplicated at both minority and majority serving institutions enabling greater comparisons across groups. Impact on Society: Several reports identify gaps in the 21st century skills required for the workplace and the effectiveness of higher education in preparing graduates for the workforce. This study helps to propel this discussion forward with relevant findings and a research methodology that is easily replicable. Future Research: A follow-up study of employers is currently being conducted.

Factors Associated With Canadian Nurses' Informatics Competency.

As digital innovations continue to transform health systems in Canada, it is important to examine registered nurses' preparedness in informatics, and factors associated with informatics competency. An exploratory, descriptive, cross-sectional survey was used to determine self-perceived informatics competencies, and factors associated with competency, among practicing nurses in Alberta. Results from 2844 completed surveys showed that nurses' self-perceived informatics competency was slightly above the mark of competent. Perceptions of competency were highest on foundational computer literacy skills and lowest on information and knowledge management competencies. However, overall informatics competency mean scores varied significantly in relation to age, educational qualification, years of experience, and work setting. The quality of informatics training and support offered by employers contributed the most to variance in mean scores of total and subdomains of informatics competency. Other factors, such as age, educational qualification, work setting, previous informatics education, access to the Internet, use of health technology, access to supporting resources, informatics training, an informatics role, and continuing education in informatics, also contributed to mean scores variance in differing degrees. Findings from this study provide a basis for actionable policies to address informatics educational needs and support requirements among nurses practicing now and in the future.

Intellectual capital performance of regional development banks in Indonesia

Studies related to intellectual capital, particularly in banking sector, are basically focused on the relationship between intellectual capital performance and bank performance. In con¬trast to previous studies, this study analyzes the intellectual capital performance of regional development banks throughout Indonesia to develop performance through management of efficiency and productivity. The population and sample in this study consist of 26 regional development banks in Indonesia for the period 2007–2013. The management of efficiency is measured using the ratio of operating expense to operating income (BOPO), while the management of labor productivity is measured using the ratio of labor expenses to total operating expense and income level. At the theoretical level, this study is expected to fill the gap for the assessment of intellectual capital performance of banking institutions with unique characteristics such as regional development banks. To analyze intellectual capital performance, VAICTM method developed by Pulic (1998, 2000, 2004, 2008) is applied. The findings show that the intellectual capital performance of regional development banks is in the category of common performers. Finally, regional development banks need to focus on the importance of strengthening intangible resources directly affecting banking management in terms of strengthening information technology, positioning, and management competence, as well as organizational culture and working climate.

Development of the Canadian Nurse Informatics Competency Assessment Scale and Evaluation of Alberta's Registered Nurses' Self-perceived Informatics Competencies.

In today's digitally enabled healthcare environment, it is vitally important to assess Canadian nurses' competency in informatics. The researchers developed the Canadian Nurse Informatics Competency Assessment Scale, a 21-item comprehensive measure based on entry-to-practice informatics competencies for registered nurses, to facilitate assessment of informatics competencies and consequent, planning of formal and continuing education in informatics. The Canadian Nurse Informatics Competency Assessment Scale was used in a cross-sectional survey to determine self-perceived informatics competencies for Alberta's practicing nurses. Results from 2844 completed surveys showed that these nurses perceived their overall informatics competency as slightly above the mark of competent. Perceptions of competency were highest on foundational information and communication technology skills, slightly lower on competencies related to professional regulatory accountability and the use of information and communication technologies in the delivery of patient care, and lowest on information and knowledge management competencies. This study shed some light on priority areas for informatics education among practicing nurses in Alberta. Implications for nursing practice and research are discussed.

Aplicabilidade da Competência em Informação e da Organização do Conhecimento no processo de Gestão da Informação

No atual contexto de produção e acesso da informação, as organizações precisam saber tratar as informações obtidas, seja por meio digital ou analógico. A fim de tratar as informações, existe um processo conhecido como gestão da informação, responsável pela coleta, processamento, armazenagem e disseminação. Defende-se que as etapas desta gestão podem ser norteadas pela competência em informação e pela organização do conhecimento. Portanto apresentam-se os seguintes questionamentos: qual a importância da competência em informação e da organização do conhecimento na gestão da informação? Como as técnicas de organização do conhecimento e a competência em informação contribuem para gestão da informação? O objetivo é refletir sobre a importância da competência em informação e da gestão do conhecimento para o desenvolvimento da gestão da informação inteligente, que atenda as necessidades das organizações contemporâneas. Esse trabalho se justifica por inter-relacionar os temas organização do conhecimento, gestão da informação e competência em informação e sua contribuição para as organizações, caracterizando-se como tema interdisciplinar. As discussões apresentam a inter-relação entre organização do conhecimento, competência em informação e organização do conhecimento a fim de melhorar os processos organizacionais. Como considerações finais defende-se que os três temas propostos contribuem com a aplicação e melhoria da gestão da informação a fim de que os indivíduos construam conhecimento.Palavras-chave: Gestão da informação. Competência em informação. gestão do conhecimento. organização e representação do conhecimento.Link: https://periodicos.sbu.unicamp.br/ojs/index.php/rdbci/article/view/8649647

Nurses' Level of Computer Literacy and Responses Regarding the Electronic Health Record System in the United Arab Emirates

This study aimed to examine the perceived level of computer literacy, and the attitudes and behavioural responses of nurses to the introduction of the electronic health record (EHR) system in a selected hospital in the United Arab Emirates. The drive towards adopting a paperless EHR system by healthcare organisations around the world, demands an adjusted approach toward nursing practices and education. Quantitative data were collected from a convenient sample of 93 nurses in one hospital in the United Arab Emirates. The data were analysed using descriptive and chi-square Fisher’s exact tests. A two-tailed p-value of less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. A total of 93 nurses participated in the study. Of these, 38 per cent of the participants regarded themselves as proficient in the use of software applications. However, 76 per cent of the participants indicated that they seldom used the reference tools, while 79 per cent of the participants regarded the EHR system as too complex. The chi-square and Fisher's tests indicated a statistically significant dependency between computer literacy, behaviour and attitude. The EHR is a sophisticated and complex product that requires specific information management competencies, adequate preparation or training and appropriate attitudes. The adoption of the EHR can help nurses to accomplish their daily care tasks more efficiently and effectively, provided its functionalities are fully utilised. There is a need to understand the interface between nursing practice and technology. Implementation of the system will only be successful if nurses’ concerns, skills and attitudes receive the necessary attention during all stages of the project.

Aplicabilidade da Competência em Informação e da Organização do Conhecimento no processo de Gestão da Informação

No atual contexto de produção e acesso da informação, as organizações precisam saber tratar as informações obtidas, seja por meio digital ou analógico. A fim de tratar as informações, existe um processo conhecido como gestão da informação, responsável pela coleta, processamento, armazenagem e disseminação. Defende-se que as etapas desta gestão podem ser norteadas pela competência em informação e pela organização do conhecimento. Portanto apresentam-se os seguintes questionamentos: qual a importância da competência em informação e da organização do conhecimento na gestão da informação? Como as técnicas de organização do conhecimento e a competência em informação contribuem para gestão da informação? O objetivo é refletir sobre a importância da competência em informação e da gestão do conhecimento para o desenvolvimento da gestão da informação inteligente, que atenda as necessidades das organizações contemporâneas. Esse trabalho se justifica por inter-relacionar os temas organização do conhecimento, gestão da informação e competência em informação e sua contribuição para as organizações, caracterizando-se como tema interdisciplinar. As discussões apresentam a inter-relação entre organização do conhecimento, competência em informação e organização do conhecimento a fim de melhorar os processos organizacionais. Como considerações finais defende-se que os três temas propostos contribuem com a aplicação e melhoria da gestão da informação a fim de que os indivíduos construam conhecimento.

STRATEGI PUSTAKAWAN DALAM MENYUKSESKAN AKREDITASI PERPUSTAKAAN SEKOLAH (STUDI KASUS PERPUSTAKAAN SD MUHAMMADIYAH SAPEN SDIT LUKMAN AL-HAKIM YOGYAKARTA)

This study will describe: the role of librarians in the successful accreditation of the school library. The approach qualitative research conducted with the type of case studies and research subjects SD Muhammadiyah Sapen and SDIT Lukman Al-Hakim. Informants involved is the librarian at the sites.The results of this study indicate that the library accreditation results are influenced by librarians competency managerial competencies; Information management competence, educational competence, personal competence; social competence, and competence of professional development.

Information management competencies for practicing nurses and new graduates

Nursing informatics skills are required at all levels of nursing practice. Of those basic skills, management of information through the electronic health record (EHR) is paramount. Previous research has explored computer literacy of nurses but has not investigated the competencies that relate specifically to information management. The purpose of this research study was to gather practicing nurses’ views of current information management competencies published by the Technology Informatics Guiding Education Reform (TIGER) initiative, as they pertain to new graduates. A convenience sample of members from the InspireNet online user group was surveyed. The results suggest that overall, nurses tend to agree with the information management competencies; however, informatics education is most needed for those who have been practicing nursing for longer, rather than for novice nurses.

Informatics Competencies in Nursing Management.

This study aimed to identify in scientific literature the informatics competencies required from the nurses to make decision in management process. Through a scoping review, literature databases were searched to find articles published in Portuguese, English, or Spanish, until July 2013. 188 articles were found, and seven were included in this study, published between 1994 and 2011. The studies were written in English (5; 71%), in USA (5; 71%), using experience reports or literature review designs (5; 71%). The informatics competences were categorized according the Technology Informatics Guiding Education Reform (TIGER). The findings highlight gaps in informatics competence to make decisions in the management process--essentially in information management competence.

Exploring the links between information capability and the EFQM business excellence model: the case of Basque Country Quality award winners

In today's turbulent global environment, using and efficiently managing information is a critical success factor that enables organisations to improve their results. Information capability is a source of competitive advantage and helps companies to achieve higher levels of efficiency. Total quality management (TQM) models are designed to guide organisations in their journey towards business excellence, and they help to identify the role and importance of information as a capability. The aim of this study is to find whether companies with TQM models actually use and manage information efficiently so that they have information capability. In order to achieve this goal, after defining the components of information capability, we reviewed the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) criteria described in the reports of Basque Country Quality award winners to find evidence of these components. In addition, interviews with members of those companies were conducted in order to get additional insights into the findings. This paper presents evidence from organisations at the forefront of TQM practice, showing that many information capability practices are covered in the EFQM model. We found evidence of many information practices, and we saw from the information collected that the most highly developed competence in these companies is the Information Management Competence, while practices related to the information technology Competence and the Information Behaviours and Values Competence are not as evident. Nevertheless, this study is a first approach and is limited by the information shown in the self-assessment reports.

¿Cómo manejan información los estudiantes de educación superior? El caso de la Universidad de La Sabana, Colombia

This study identified the Information Management Competencies (CMI) of university students to enhance those skills in training programs. As a theoretical reference we took the standard proposed by the Association of College and Research Libraries. For data collection we used a questionnaire consisting of three parts. The first part is related to the perception of the students about their CMI, the second part has an exercise that requires to put into practice those skills and its result is a text production, and the third part is the reflection of the students on its performance in the exercise. The texts produced were part of the research data. In addition, semi-structured interviews were done to deepen in the process of information handling. Findings shows that participants have a low CMI level, so some guidelines to strengthen the promotion of that competency are provided and can be considered in other contexts.

Information technology, operational, and management competencies for supply chain agility: Findings from case studies

Given the growing emphasis on the need for supply chain agility to sustain competitive advantage, this study explores the impact of the relationship between supply chain competence and supply chain agility on firm performance. Although the influence of supply chain agility on firm performance has been acknowledged, this study further articulates the relationship from the perspective of inter-organizational collaboration. We develop a conceptual model based on the resource-based view and employ a multi-case study method in this exploratory research. Our findings highlight the importance of distinguishing the difference between supply chain agility and supply chain competence and their impact on firm performance. This study contributes to the growing body of conceptual and empirical literature on supply chain agility and adds to the understanding of the complexity of supply chain competence.

EXISTEM COMPETÊNCIAS A SEREM PRIORIZADAS NO DESENVOLVIMENTO DO CONTADOR? UM ESTUDO SOBRE OS CONTADORES BRASILEIROS

This study sought to determine the need for priority of competencies in preparation of accountants as well as variations between men and women. This question is motivated by Hardern (1995), Morgan (1997), Moramed and Lashine (2003) and IFAC (2003) with a theoretical foundation of competencies related to McClelland (1973, 1998) and Boyatzis (1982). Professional references are Hardern (1995), AICPA (1999) and IFAC (2003). It was based on 18 competencies that were collected from 24 articles for questions submitted to 159 accountants and the data collection instrument showed a 0.8774 Cronbach alpha. Replies were submitted to the Kruskal-Wallis test which showed a significance level of <0.05 for the communication, information management and strategic vision competencies tested revealing no need for priority. Data was