Intangible Benefits Research Articles

Developing Methods for Assessing the Impact of Digital Innovations on the Economic Efficiency of Enterprises: Methodology for Measuring ROI of Digital Projects

This study aims to develop methodologies for assessing the return on investment (ROI) of digital projects, crucial for understanding the economic impact of digital innovations on enterprises. Traditional ROI metrics often fail to capture the comprehensive value generated by digital projects. The proposed integrative framework employs advanced analytical methods, including cost-benefit analysis, real options analysis, and predictive analytics, to evaluate both tangible and intangible benefits. It incorporates dynamic risk management and scenario planning to address uncertainties and future challenges. Continuous feedback and iterative improvements ensure the framework's accuracy and relevance, enabling enterprises to optimize economic efficiency and strategic decision-making. This holistic approach offers an understanding of the multifaceted value of digital innovations.

Economic Assessment of Hydrologic Ecosystem Services in Morocco’s Protected Areas: A Case Study of Ifrane National Park

This study delves into the complex interplay between land use dynamics, hydrological services, and intangible benefits within the context of Ifrane National Park (INP) in Morocco. Due to its extensive mountain forests and numerous wetlands, INP is a crucial contributor to the nation’s water supply and a vital source of hydrological ecosystem services (HES). However, climate change and evolving land use patterns have led to diminishing water resources and the desiccation of certain wetlands. This research used the Integrated Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Tradeoffs software (InVEST 3.10.2) for HES quantification and environmental economics approach for monetization to comprehend how HES values respond to challenges posed by urbanization, intensive agriculture, and other land use alterations. This work underscores INP’s role as a significant “water tower”, emphasizing the evolution of its services amidst challenges. Our findings reveal an annual decrease in HES economic value by USD 4000. This economic assessment serves as a compelling tool to enlighten decision-makers and park users about the imperative need to preserve natural ecosystems and use water resources judiciously. It advocates for investments in conservation and restoration within protected areas to sustain these vital services.

Striking the balance: Fiqh Bi’ah and Productive Waqf Forests (PWFs) for sustainable forest management in Indonesia

Purpose This study aims to address the challenge of balancing economic development with environmental protection in the context of productive waqf forests (PWFs). The inherent tension between forest productivity and protection necessitates a model that ensures sustainable utilization. This research proposes a novel framework by integrating fiqh bi'ah (Islamic environmental jurisprudence) with a model for PWFs development. Design/methodology/approach Using a qualitative approach, the analytical network process (ANP) analyzes data gathered through a literature review of Islamic environmental jurisprudence (fiqh bi'ah) on environment and waqf, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with academics, practitioners and regulators in fiqh bi'ah and waqf forest management. Findings Three potential PWFs development models emerge from the fiqh bi'ah literature; Harim (maintaining the natural forest state for intangible benefits like oxygen and biodiversity), Hima (sustainable utilization of forest products while preserving ecological components) and Ihya’ al-mawat (developing unproductive land into a future forest). The ANP analysis reveals that Hima is the most preferred model by all stakeholders, followed by Ihya’ al-mawat. The Harim model received lower preference due to limited economic potential. Additionally, experts suggest tourism-based forest management as the most suitable approach for all three PWFs models. Originality/value This study offers a novel PWFs development model grounded in fiqh bi'ah principles. By using ANP to integrate diverse stakeholder perspectives, the research provides valuable insights for sustainable and ethical management of PWFs resources, contributing to the literature on Islamic finance and business models.

Accelerating access: The power of gold carding in reducing treatment delays.

114 Background: Delays in time to treatment initiation (TTI) for cancer patients have been shown to impact survival/mortality/outcomes, and cause patient distress. The process of obtaining prior authorizations (PA) often leads to significant treatment delays, affecting patient outcomes and posing administrative challenges for healthcare providers. PAs have become a ubiquitous part of modern healthcare, aimed at ensuring appropriate utilization of medical treatments and reducing costs. In recent years, the concept of gold carding (GC), a practice where payers waive PA on services and prescription drugs ordered by providers with a proven track record of PA approvals based on guideline concordance or pathway adherence, has gained attention as a potential solution to provide administrative relief to all stakeholders affected by the PA process. This abstract seeks to explore the impact of GC on TTI for a large multi-site community-based oncology practice in The US Oncology Network having a GC contract with a regional payer. Methods: Using administrative claims data from 2021 to 2023, we derived a population of cancer patients who initiated chemotherapy as their first treatment, calculated the TTI (time from the date of first consultation to the date of treatment initiation), and compared TTI between GC and non-GC patients. Results: The average TTI for 4,836 patients that met the inclusion criteria was 26.3 days. Patients initiating therapy under a GC eligible payer coverage started therapy 4.5 days earlier (22.13 days vs 26.68 days, p<0.00001, Kruskal–Wallis test). 80% of GC eligible patients started their treatment within 30 days of their initial consultation. Conclusions: The findings indicate that gold carding has the potential to expedite the time to treatment initiation for cancer patients. Further research is needed to quantify the cost savings, patient and provider satisfaction, and other intangible benefits from GC. Gold carding offers a viable approach to balance guideline concordant care with lowering administrative burden. We enthusiastically support legislative reforms that encourage gold carding and selectively implement prior authorization requirements based on stratification of health care providers’ performance and adherence to evidence-based medicine. Patient Count Average TTI (days) GC 401 22.13 Commercial 217 21.13 Managed Medicare 184 23.32 Non-GC 4435 26.68 Commercial 1610 25.41 Managed Medicare 1405 27.37 Medicare 959 26.48 Managed Medicaid 254 29.06 Medicaid 112 29.54 All Other 95 30.15

Институциональный подход к определению структуры национального богатства

In economic theory, there are various approaches to determining the structure of a country’s national wealth, many of which are based solely on quantitative indicators. At the same time, traditional economic models do not take into account new factors in the development of national wealth, such as environmental services and digital assets. It seems that despite methodological limitations, the structure of national wealth should include the value of intangible assets, such as intellectual property, human and social capital. Due to the need to take into account multiple aspects and intangible benefits when forming the structure of a country’s national wealth, the authors proposed an institutional approach to determining the structure of national wealth, which is based on an assessment of the institutions and institutional environment that form the self-sufficiency of the national economy. The article discusses the main problems of modern society, which require investment in their elimination and, as a result of a decrease in the share of the country’s national wealth, the problem of measuring the country’s national wealth, due to the undeveloped methods for measuring modern conditions, which are mostly associated with the digitalization of economic, social and political processes, the structure of the country’s national wealth in the digital economy is proposed, an institutional approach to determining the structure of national wealth, based on the principle of self-sufficiency of the country’s economy, is proposed and justified.

The Effects of the Expansion of Dental Care Coverage for the Elderly.

Expanding dental care coverage for the elderly is globally recommended but not widely implemented due to its high costs and intangible benefits. This study examined the impact of such an expansion in Korea using the imputation-based method proposed by Borusyak et al. We analyzed data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2007-2019) on dental service utilization and chewing ability among older adults. The policy resulted in a 13.5% increase in partial denture use and a 60.5% increase in dental implants among those aged 65 and above. These changes corresponded with reductions in severe chewing difficulty by 23.3% and 13.0%, respectively. No significant changes were observed in full denture use. The price elasticity of demand for partial dentures and dental implants was estimated to be -0.19 and -0.86, respectively. These findings underscore the critical role of affordability in enhancing the utilization of dental implants among the elderly and highlight the importance of appropriately expanding dental insurance coverage to improve oral health outcomes in this population.

WP6.4 - General Surgery Bootcamp: Improving Induction for Higher General Surgery Training

Abstract Aim To create an introductory course or “bootcamp” to assist new ST3s transition from working at core trainee to General Surgical Registrar level. Method Using previous expertise of “bootcamps” delivered in the region in similar specialities, a 3-day programme was designed to offer training in areas aligned to the curriculum and considered useful to newly starting higher surgical trainees. The course involved a mix of simulation-based workshops, lectures and skill-based labs. The programme was delivered by a senior faculty directing activity with support from industry partners and medical education/simulation expertise. A range of skills were targeted using animal, virtual and augmented reality models, low and high-fidelity simulation, and non-operative technical skills (NOTSS) in simulated ward and theatre environments. Results 26 trainees (23 new General Surgery ST3s, 3 returning to training) completed the bootcamp. Feedback questionnaires using a likert scale demonstrated clear improvements in trainees’ own skill perception in endoscopy, laparoscopy, open surgery and NOTSS. 100% of responding trainees’ were confident or strongly confident post course, compared to 69% before. We also showed an increase in confidence in laparoscopic suturing (77%), duodenal ulcer repair (69%) and operating in a stressful environment. Conclusions A transitional “bootcamp” can provide both tangible and intangible benefits. This project showed clear improvement in trainee confidence both in key practical and non-practical skills such as communication. It also enabled registrars to familiarise themselves with new colleagues, facilitating an early welcome from the region and embedded support network.

The role of data science in transforming business operations: Case studies from enterprises

Data science has emerged as a pivotal force in transforming business operations across various industries, driving innovation, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. This review paper explores the multifaceted role of data science in business, examining key concepts, historical integration, and strategic advantages. It discusses the application of data science in diverse business domains, highlighting techniques such as predictive analytics, sentiment analysis, and optimization that have revolutionized marketing, supply chain management, finance, and customer service. The paper further analyzes data science's tangible and intangible benefits, including cost reduction, improved customer experience, and enhanced productivity, which collectively contribute to a competitive edge in the market. The paper reflects on emerging trends like artificial intelligence, machine learning, ethical data practices, and the integration of blockchain and IoT, which are set to shape the future of data-driven business operations. It offers recommendations for businesses to prepare for this evolving landscape, emphasizing the importance of a data-centric culture, robust infrastructure, and collaboration. The paper concludes by underscoring the critical role of data science in fostering sustained business success in an increasingly data-driven world. Keywords: Data Science, Business Transformation, Predictive Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Decision-Making.

Examining the Effects of Food Consumption Value and Food Image on Tourists’ Intention to Purchase Guilin Rice Noodles

ABSTRACT Gastronomy serves a crucial function in the tourism sector, with distinctive local cuisines greatly enriching the experiences of travelers. This research examines Guilin rice noodles, recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage of China, to investigate the interplay between tourists’ perceived consumption values, culinary image, and purchase intentions. Employing structural equation modeling, the study correlates tangible factors such as quality and price with intangible elements like health benefits, in relation to tourists’ cognitive and emotional responses. Data collected from tourists with direct experience indicate that both tangible and intangible perceived values have a significant influence on the food’s image and the intention to purchase. The results of this study expand upon consumer value theory within the context of tourism, illustrating how evaluations of both tangible and intangible attributes affect decision-making processes. The research advocates for a marketing strategy that emphasizes quality, pricing, health benefits, and novelty, thereby fostering customer satisfaction and loyalty. Furthermore, it highlights the significance of a robust emotional and sensory appeal in strategic marketing efforts, thereby contributing to the body of literature on culinary tourism and consumer behavior.

Corporate social initiatives and wealth creation for firms-an empirical examination

Purpose This study aims to examine whether social initiatives adopted by firms lead to improved financial performance. The authors analyse the impact of different elements of social initiatives on wealth creation for firms in terms of operating and market performance. Design/methodology/approach The study is based on the social initiative scores of over 4,500 firms collected from Thomson Reuters' ESG database. The study uses two-stage least squares (2SLS) to analyse the relationship between social initiatives and firm performance. Findings Profitable, mature, capital intensive and firms with high sales growth rate tend to invest more in social initiatives. Firms with high agency costs invest in social initiatives for workforce efficiency, maintaining human rights and product responsibility. The study documents evidence that social investments are value creating mechanism for firms which leads to improved financial performance in terms of operating and stock market performance. Firms with high dividend intensity invest in social initiatives for workforce welfare and human rights initiatives. Investment in employee well-being and community initiatives results in intangible benefits such as improved stock market valuation. Practical implications The research model has not considered the impact of intervening variables to understand the relationship between corporate social performance and corporate financial performance. Social implications Firms ought to recognize that social investment is beneficial in terms of value creation of firms as stock market perceive such investments favourably. Firms must focus more on community development initiatives and workforce initiatives for the value creation of firms compared to investments directed towards human rights initiatives and product responsibility initiatives. Originality/value This study focusses exclusively on the social dimension of the CSR activities. The authors examine the impact of social welfare scores on firm performance by analysing the valuation effects on scores representing workforce, human rights, community and product responsibility. Moreover, the paper also examines the impact of a new dimension of product responsibility on firm performance. They also focus on both aspects of financial performance in terms of operating performance (proxied by ROE) and the joint impact of both operating and market performance (proxied by Tobin’s Q). This paper contributes to the research on the linkage of social performance to financial performance by observing that firms with high agency cost characteristics tend to invest in social initiatives for work force efficiency, maintaining human rights and product responsibility.

Continual Improvement (CI) Lean Culture Continuous Quality and Cost Saving in Malaysia Manufacturing & Engineering (M&E) Companies

Lean sustainability is often perceived to only be possible to be maintained via small group application of lean culture that carry out improvement activities. The purpose of this case study is thus to examine the success factors of inculcating lean culture framework by lean practitioners in Malaysian Manufacturing and Engineering (ME) companies that faced inconsistencies in implementing and sustaining lean. The impact of lean culture framework practiced by Small Group Improvement Activities (SGIA) was analysed via productivity improvement methodologies comprises of semi-structured interviews and analysis of 633 Small Group Improvement Activities (SGIA) project reports in establishing a final lean culture framework that can contribute to the longevity of a lean company. The improved lean culture framework that had been extended to other strategic business units (SBU) in ME companies are found to be the positive factor contributing to the sustainability of lean culture and achieving tangible and intangible benefits via small group improvement activities, enhancement standard which include companies’ policy, as well as providing a guideline in problem solving methodology. The findings revealed that enhancement of inculcating lean framework is crucially in need especially in expanding the initiatives across ME companies via a systematic and standardised problem-solving methodology. This study intends to aid organisations, practitioners, academicians, and respective industries in benchmarking the best practises and at the same time further reduce the gap and continually improve the lean culture framework in other compass industries.

Intangible benefits as objects of civil law protection

Relevance. The article analyzes legislative provisions and views of Russian scientists on the issues of protection of intangible benefits, definition of their signs, classification criteria, strengthening of protection, establishment of correlation between intangible benefits and personal non-property rights. The peculiarities of protection of intangible benefits in those areas in which such protection is most in demand at present, including the protection of honor, dignity and business reputation of citizens, their images, consumer rights, compensation for moral harm associated with encroachments on life and health, and in other cases are considered.The conclusions are made about the need for further development of the system of civil legal protection of intangible benefits, which is currently in the stage of formation, based on the generalization and systematization of existing approaches, as well as the development of the definition of the concept of intangible benefits, their scientifically justified classification, division by types, including taking into account the features of their protection.The purpose of the study is to develop theoretical provisions aimed at improving the civil legal protection of intangible benefits.Objectives: to analyze the peculiarities of legal relations arising in connection with violations of intangible benefits and encroachments on such intangible benefits; to identify problems arising in the protection of intangible benefits by civil law means; to propose solutions that ensure the elimination of gaps and contradictions in the legislation related to the protection of intangible benefits.Methodology. In the research we used general scientific methods, including dialectical-materialistic method, methods of analysis and synthesis, etc., as well as systematic and formal-legal methods.The results of the research have a theoretical and applied nature and are aimed at improving the legal regulation of relations related to the protection of intangible benefits.Conclusions. For further development of the legislation and judicial practice it is required to develop a scientifically grounded classification of intangible benefits, based on the identification of their signs and features, as well as to determine the features of protection methods applicable to encroachments on intangible benefits, which will allow to extend such protection to all cases of violations and encroachments on intangible benefits.

Civil protection of a citizen's privacy after his death

Relevance. The article considers the peculiarities of civil protection of a person's private life after his death by other persons in accordance with Art. 152.2 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation. The positions of legal scholars regarding the ambiguous phenomenon of «experience of law» with the inalienability of intangible benefits, when information about the private life of a deceased citizen is subject to posthumous protection, are analyzed. The established judicial practice was studied to resolve such claims for civil law remedies for the right to privacy of a deceased person, decisions of the Constitutional Court and clarifications of the Supreme Courts of the Russian Federation on issues related to the protection of the personal non-property law in question in civil proceedings.The purpose of the study is to supplement theoretical provisions deepening the civil law theory of posthumous protection of privacy, and to develop proposals to eliminate existing gaps in civil ¬ legal regulation in this area.Objectives: to analyze court decisions on claims for posthumous protection of private life, decisions of the Constitutional Court and decisions of the Supreme Courts of the Russian Federation, to identify shortcomings in the wording of Art. 152.2 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation, as well as to update, taking into account scientific discussions, proposals regarding the sale of intangible benefits after death.Methodology. To achieve a theoretical and practical result, the author used scientific (analysis, synthesis, induction and deduction) and private scientific methods (formal-legal, system-analytical and formal-logical, method of analysis and generalization of judicial practice).The results of the study are determined by its theoretical and applied nature and contain the author's vision of improving the norms of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation in terms of posthumous protection of the right to privacy (changing the list of persons entitled to protect the interests of the deceased, legalizing the concept of «good memory of a deceased citizen»).Conclusion. Posthumous protection of privacy is delegated by the state to close relatives of the deceased person by virtue of public and personal interest. In connection with death, the legal personality of a person ceases, and those who protect the privacy of the deceased become the subjects of legal relations.

Civil liability of a medical organization for personal data leakage

Relevance. When considering claims for leakage of information constituting the patient's personal data and his medical confidentiality, the courts give a different assessment of the grounds for civil liability of medical organizations. The article reveals the established approaches to assessing the guilt of a medical organization that violated the confidentiality of personal information of citizens who applied for medical help.The purpose of the study is to supplement theoretical provisions aimed at deepening scientific knowledge about the civil liability of medical organizations for the unlawful dissemination and (or) use of patient's personal data, including information related to medical confidentiality; development of proposals to eliminate the imbalance of the patient's personal data confidentiality regime and his right to legal assistance.Objectives: analyze civil legislation, legislation on personal data, the positions of the Constitutional and Supreme Courts of the Russian Federation regarding the protection of patient personal data, decisions of courts of general jurisdiction on claims of liability of medical organizations for unlawful actions with personal data that resulted in the leakage of personal information about patients; to study and update the proposals available in theory aimed at uniform law enforcement in cases of this category.Methodology. The study was carried out through methods of induction and deduction, analysis and synthesis, formal-legal, system-analytical and formal-logical methods, as well as a method for generalizing judicial practice. The results are reflected in the formulated proposals aimed at improving the judicial protection of personal data of patients of medical organizations, and the uniformity of judicial practice in terms of the responsibility of medical organizations in cases of this category.Conclusion. In cases of responsibility of medical organizations for the leakage of personal data of patients, uniform law enforcement did not work out. The right of a lawyer to access the personal data of persons who received medical assistance did not receive an unambiguous assessment by judicial practice. To eliminate the existing gaps in the protection of the intangible benefits of the patient under consideration, the need to exclude their personal data from the confidentiality regime for the administration of justice and in the provision of qualified legal assistance under the contract is argued.

Protection of personal data of Internet user after death

Relevance. The article examines the problems associated with the protection of personal data of deceased citizens, including those posted on social media accounts, on other online-platforms, analyzes the «right to be forgotten» in relation to personal information about a person after his death.The purpose of the study is to supplement scientific provisions aimed at deepening the theory of law on the posthumous protection of personal data of a person, including his digital assets, on the removal of irrelevant and inaccurate information in succession; in developing proposals to address gaps in civil regulation of digital inheritance and «digital death».Objectives: to determine legal means of protecting personal data of a person and other personal information posted on the global network after his death; identify shortcomings of the current legislation; update, taking into account the scientific discussions of legal scholars, proposals for improving the protection of intangible benefits of this category of citizens.Methodology. To achieve a theoretical and practical result, the study was carried out with the involvement of the of schenoscientific and private scientific methods - dialectical, induction and deduction, analysis and synthesis, statistical, analysis of judicial practice, formal-legal, system-analytical and formal-logical methods.The results of the study are of a theoretical-applied and legislative nature. They include proposals to resolve problems related to the protection of personal data of deceased citizens, the heritability of their virtual assets, including social media accounts. To overcome gaps in civil law, legalization of some concepts (digital inheritance, digital assets, “digital death”) is required, recognition in certain cases of a digital asset as a virtual property by the hereditary mass, the introduction of a probate order, the appointment of a digital keeper, etc.Conclusion. Taking into account foreign experience, Russian legislation on the protection of personal data, personal information and digital assets of a person after his death is characterized by legal unresolved and uncertainty, which must be eliminated through the modernization of the norms of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation, regulatory laws and user agreements.

A multi-centric, single-blinded, randomized, parallel-group study to evaluate the effectiveness of nasoalveolar moulding treatment in non-syndromic patients with complete unilateral cleft lip, alveolus and palate (NAMUC study): a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundCleft lip and palate (CLP) are among the most common congenital anomaly that affects up to 33,000 newborns in India every year. Nasoalveolar moulding (NAM) is a non-surgical treatment performed between 0 and 6 months of age to reduce the cleft and improve nasal aesthetics prior to lip surgery. The NAM treatment has been a controversial treatment option with 51% of the cleft teams in Europe, 37% of teams in the USA and 25 of cleft teams in India adopting this methodology. This treatment adds to the already existing high burden of care for these patients. Furthermore, the supporting evidence for this technique is limited with no high-quality long-term clinical trials available on the effectiveness of this treatment.MethodThe NAMUC study is an investigator-initiated, multi-centre, single-blinded randomized controlled trial with a parallel group design. The study will compare the effectiveness of NAM treatment provided prior to lip surgery against the no-treatment control group in 274 patients with non-syndromic unilateral complete cleft lip and palate. The primary endpoint of the trial is the nasolabial aesthetics measured using the Asher McDade index at 5 years of age. The secondary outcomes include dentofacial development, speech, hearing, cost-effectiveness, quality of life, patient perception, feeding and intangible benefits. Randomization will be carried out via central online system and stratified based on cleft width, birth weight and clinical trial site.DiscussionWe expect the results from this study on the effectiveness of treatment with NAM appliance in the long term along with the cost-effectiveness evaluation can eliminate the dilemma and differences in clinical care across the globe.Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov CTRI/2022/11/047426 (Clinical Trials Registry India). Registered on 18 November 2022. The first patient was recruited on 11 December 2022. CTR India does not pick up on Google search with just the trial number. The following steps have to be carried out to pick up.How to search: (https://ctri.nic.in/Clinicaltrials/advsearch.php—use the search boxes by entering the following details: Interventional trial > November 2022 > NAMUC).

IoT Enabled Condition Monitoring Under Predictive Maintenance Framework of Mines and Steel Plant

This case is about a century-old integrated steel plant combined with mines, having more than 0.42 million capitalintensive assets, ages ranging from 0 to 100 years and spreads across 700+ hectares as shown in Figure 1. Assets having varied levels of automation maturity with different maintenance methodologies. It’s about shifting the whole maintenance paradigm from Time-based & Condition-based to Predictive. Through digital initiatives & optimum maintenance cost, we are trying to develop a Maintenance Transformation Roadmap (MTR) to ensure maximum machine availability/ reliability. For this paradigm shift from conventional to predictive maintenance, critical assets were identified through a systematic approach. Under this MTR Journey, to bridge the sensor gap, SMART Sensor (3 axis vibration & Temperature) was identified as the appropriate solution. Customizable In-house SMART Sensor applicable in Mining & Steel industry application and low-cost solution helped in cross locational horizontal. Presently early warning alerts saved 1000+ potential breakdowns on 1200nos critical assets. The Predictive Maintenance Framework has both tangible and intangible benefits. While safety is the most important intangible benefit of this technology, tangible benefits include approved savings of $20 Million. Further, we expect to save $12.5 Million by deploying our Sensor and $35 Million via prevention of breakdowns

Four-year longitudinal culinary and lifestyle medicine track for undergraduate medical students: development and implementation

ABSTRACT The importance of culinary and lifestyle medicine education to combat the growing burden of chronic disease is gaining recognition in the United States. However, few medical schools offer in-depth training with a 4-year longitudinal track. The Culinary and Lifestyle Medicine Track (CLMT) is a 4-year curriculum thread created at West Virginia University School of Medicine to address the need for comprehensive culinary and lifestyle medicine education. CLMT teaches concepts of healthy nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and restorative sleep. CLMT students complete approximately 300 h of in-person and virtual culinary and lifestyle medicine education, including hands-on teaching kitchens, distributed over the preclinical and clinical years. Students are selected into the track prior to matriculation after an application and interview process. The students have exceeded expectations for scholarly and community activity. Track graduates have entered into primary care as well as specialty and surgical residencies, demonstrating that lifestyle education plays a role for students interested in a wide range of careers. Exit survey responses from learners reflected tangible and intangible benefits of participation and offered constructive feedback for improvement. Presented here are the components of the curricular design, implementation, and initial outcomes.

Компенсация морального вреда по трудовым спорам в Беларуси и России

The article provides a comparative analysis of current issues of compensation for moral damage in labor disputes in the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus. The authors explore the concept of moral damage, the legal terminology used in legislation, and identify discrepancies and gaps in the legal regulation of relations for the protection of intangible benefits in labor relations. Based on comparative legal analysis, proposals are made to harmonize the norms of labor law in the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus on compensation for moral damage when considering labor disputes.

ROI Analysis of RFID-Based Intelligent Inventory Management Systems

This paper investigates the return on investment (ROI) of RFID-based intelligent inventory management systems. RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology has revolutionized inventory management by providing real-time visibility, improved accuracy, and enhanced operational efficiency. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, integrating both qualitative insights from industry experts and quantitative data from surveys and existing literature. Initial setup costs, ongoing maintenance expenses, and tangible and intangible benefits are thoroughly analyzed. The findings reveal that while the initial investment in RFID technology can be substantial, the benefits in terms of reduced labor costs, minimized inventory shrinkage, and improved inventory accuracy significantly outweigh the costs. ROI calculations, including payback period and net present value (NPV), demonstrate the economic viability of RFID systems. Comparative analysis shows that RFID systems outperform traditional inventory management systems, especially in sectors such as retail and healthcare. This paper provides a comprehensive framework for evaluating the ROI of RFID technology and offers practical recommendations for businesses considering its adoption.