Management Paradigm Research Articles

Architecting an enterprise financial management model: leveraging multi-head attention mechanism-transformer for user information transformation

Financial management assumes a pivotal role as a fundamental information system contributing to enterprise development. Nonetheless, prevalent methodologies frequently encounter challenges in proficiently overseeing diverse information streams inherent to financial management. This study introduces an innovative paradigm for enterprise financial management centered on the transformation of user information signals. In its initial phases, the methodology augments the Transformer network and self-attention mechanism to extract features pertaining to both users and financial data, fostering a more cohesive integration of financial and user information. Subsequently, a reinforcement learning-based alignment method is implemented to reconcile disparities between financial and user information, thereby enhancing semantic alignment. Ultimately, a signal conversion technique employing generative adversarial networks is deployed to harness user information, elevating financial management efficacy and, consequently, optimizing overall financial operations. The empirical validation of this approach, achieving an impressive mAP score of 81.9%, not only outperforms existing methodologies but also underscores the tangible impact and enhanced execution prowess that this paradigm brings to financial management systems. As such, this work not only contributes to the state of the art but also holds promise for revolutionizing the landscape of enterprise financial management.

THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ON EMPLOYEE ATTENDANCE MANAGEMENT IN UNIVERSITY

This research aims to comprehend how technological changes and the role of transformational leadership affect employee discipline and operational efficiency in the context of university. The research methodology employs a qualitative approach with a focus on field research and case studies in several units within universities. Data were collected through direct observations and interviews with professors, administrative staff, and other employees involved in digital transformation. The findings indicate that the implementation of GPS-based digital solutions significantly impacts employee attendance management, enhances operational efficiency, and raises ethical challenges related to privacy. Transformational leadership proves to be a key factor in creating an environment that supports discipline and innovation. The conclusions drawn from this study provide a holistic overview of how digital transformation and transformational leadership can synergistically shape a new paradigm in employee attendance management in higher education.

Range-wide contrast in management outcomes for transboundary Northeast Pacific sablefish

Sablefish ( Anoplopoma fimbria) of the Northeast Pacific support a highly mobile, valuable fishery resource currently managed as three separate populations. Recent work has shown sablefish to be genetically mixed; have high movement rates; and have synchronous biomass trends, including recent declines. A management strategy evaluation was developed with stakeholders and scientists from three regions to investigate whether spatially structured management paradigms might result in better conservation and economic outcomes. The management strategy evaluation includes a transboundary operating model to represent spatial population dynamics including movement and a delay–difference estimation method with varying spatial complexities and potential stratifications, and harvest control rules. Mismatches in the spatial scale of management and the underlying biological units pose a crucial risk of localized depletion in the southern U.S. West Coast. This study presents one of the first transboundary, spatially-explicit management strategy evaluations conditioned to actual data. These results underscore the importance of spatial management strategy evaluation tools and implications when regional management is conducted in isolation. Future work should incorporate additional spatial hypotheses and investigate the drivers of recruitment patterns range-wide.

Mechanically Robust Hemostatic Hydrogel Membranes with Programmable Strain-Adaptive Microdomain Entanglement for Wound Treatment in Dynamic Tissues.

Supramolecular hydrogels emerge as a promising paradigm for sutureless wound management. However, their translation is still challenged by the insufficient mechanical robustness in the context of complex wounds in dynamic tissues. Herein, we report a tissue-adhesive supramolecular hydrogel membrane based on biocompatible precursors for dressing wounds in highly dynamic tissues, featuring robust mechanical resilience through programmable strain-adaptive entanglement among microdomains. Specifically, the hydrogels are synthesized by incorporating a long-chain polyurethane segment into a Schiff base-ligated short-chain oxidized cellulose/quaternized chitosan network via acylhydrazone bonding, which readily establishes interpenetrating entangled microdomains in dynamic cross-linked hydrogel matrices to enhance their tear and fatigue resistance against extreme mechanical stresses. After being placed onto dynamic tissues, the hydrogel dressing could efficiently absorb blood to achieve rapid hemostasis. Moreover, metal ions released from ruptured erythrocytes could be scavenged by the Schiff base linkers to form additional ionic bonds, which would trigger the cross-linking of the short-chain components and establish abundant crystalline microdomains, eventually leading to the in situ stiffening of the hydrogels to endure heavy mechanical loads. Benefiting from its hemostatic capacity and strain adaptable mechanical performance, this hydrogel wound dressing shows promise for the clinical management of various traumatic wounds.

Strategi Digital Fundraising dalam Peningkatan Zakat, Infaq, dan Shadaqah di Lazismu Jombang

The paradigm and environment of zakat management changed after the pandemic. This condition encourages zakat management organizations in Indonesia to do new and innovative things in zakat management, including the process of collecting, distributing, and utilizing zakat, as well as management structures. Conventional zakat collection methods will be replaced by digital methods that are easier, faster, and more transparent. More and more people in Indonesia are using the internet, making online donations easier nowadays. This research will provide scientific contributions as well as practical practices in the management of zakat donations. to find out the digital fundraising methods that Muhammadiyah Jombang has used to support zakat fundraising and to develop successful digital fundraising strategies. This study is qualitative research with a descriptive approach. In other words, the purpose of this study is to explain the method used by LazisMu Jombang to collect zakat funds from muzakis using a digital fundraising approach. The result is that the fundraising strategy used in raising zakat, infak, and shadaqah funds by LazisMu Jombang uses organic methods, namely Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Organic social media, Email office, WhatApp broadcast massage.

Reconstructive Paradigms: Unraveling the Interplay between Plastic Surgery and Rehabilitation in the Aftermath of Severe Burn Injuries

The contemporary landscape of burn care and rehabilitation stands at the nexus of medical innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. This article delves into the tangled web of implications arising from the integration of plastic surgery within the rehabilitative continuum for victims of extensive burn injuries. Through a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge surgical techniques, patient outcomes, and the symbiotic relationship between plastic surgery and rehabilitation, this discourse aims to illuminate the transformative potential of reconstructive interventions. By elucidating the dynamic interplay between surgical innovation and rehabilitative strategies, our investigation seeks to contribute to the evolving paradigm in the holistic management of victims enduring the aftermath of severe burns.

The Regulation Role of the Gut-Islets Axis in Diabetes.

The gut-islets axis is an important endocrine signaling axis that regulates the function of islets by modulating the gut micro-environment and its endocrine metabolism. The discovery of intestinal hormones, such as GLP-1 and GIP, has established a preliminary link between the gut and the islet, paving the way for the development of GLP-1 receptor agonists based on the regulation theory of the gut-islets axis for diabetes treatment. This discovery has created a new paradigm for diabetes management and rapidly made the regulation theory of the gut-islets axis a focal point of research attention. Recent years, with in-depth study on gut microbiota and the discovery of intestinal-derived extracellular vesicles, the concept of gut endocrine and the regulation theory of the gut-islets axis have been further expanded and updated, offering tremendous research opportunities. The gut-islets axis refers to the complex interplay between the gut and the islet, which plays a crucial role in regulating glucose homeostasis and maintaining metabolic health. The axis involves various components, including gut microbiota, intestinal hormones, amino acids and ACE2, which contribute to the communication and coordination between the gut and the islet.

Emerging Paradigms in Sustainable Supply Chain Management: A Comparative Study of Pre– and Post–COVID-19 Research Trends

The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in an unprecedented global crisis, profoundly affecting industries and managerial sectors worldwide, including supply chain management (SCM). This study explores the impact of the pandemic on research trends in sustainable supply chain management (SSCM), which has gained significant attention in recent years due to its promising advantages and environmental imperatives. By comparing pre- and post-pandemic periods, we investigate the paradigm shift in SSCM issues caused by COVID-19. To conduct our analysis, we utilised data from the Scopus database, focusing on published research spanning the past decade (2010–2021). Through trend estimations, we identified the key areas that experienced shifts in research focus, shedding light on the evolving landscape of SSCM in the COVID-19 environment. This study contributes to the literature by providing valuable insights into how the pandemic has influenced research directions within the domain of sustainable supply chains. Scholars and practitioners can use these findings to assess the most explored and overlooked areas in SSCM during the COVID-19 era. Ultimately, our research aims to guide future investigations and inform strategies for resilient and environmentally conscious supply chain practices in the post-pandemic world.

Consensus guidelines for the management of brain stem and diffuse midline glioma for low- and middle-income countries.

The understanding of brainstem gliomas and diffuse midline gliomas has significantly increased in the last decade. However, the management paradigm remains a dilemma. The critical location is the foremost factor dictating the outcome. Recent advancements in the field of neuro-oncology are pushing the boundaries of optimal care in the developed world nevertheless, the strategies in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) need to be tailored according to the resources to improve outcome. The objective of these guidelines is to provide an algorithm-based management plan to cater challenges for healthcare providers in LMICs.

Hidradenitis suppurativa: a new, principle-centered paradigm for managing a dynamic disease.

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, debilitating skin condition that disproportionately affects socioeconomically underserved patients. Currently, treatment outcomes for patients with HS remain poor, largely because of a deficiency in current guidelines on exactly how and when to employ the myriad treatment tools, resulting in heterogeneous care models and confusion. Aggressive medical therapy is often started too late, pursued for too long whilst delaying procedural intervention, or skipped over altogether for procedures. Here, we propose a new, principle-centered management paradigm for HS that emphasizes the need for prompt intervention to minimize suffering and an understanding of how sinus tract development dictates the timing of medical and procedural interventions.

Mobility Management Paradigm Shift: From Reactive to Proactive Handover Using AI/ML

Mobility Management Paradigm Shift: From Reactive to Proactive Handover Using AI/ML

Emotional intelligence in today's management paradigm

Emotional intelligence in today's management paradigm

PROPER DISCRETION OF FRONT-LINE IMPLEMENTERS OF APPOINTMENT OF STATE TREASURY OFFICIALS (CASE STUDY ON A WORK UNIT WITHIN THE CIAMIS REGENCY MINISTRY OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS OFFICE)

Purpose: This article aims to explain the new paradigm of state financial management starting with the issuance of Law Number 17 of 2003 concerning State Finance, Law Number 1 of 2004 concerning State Treasury, and Law Number 15 of 2004 concerning Examination of State Financial Management and Responsibility. Methods: The approach used in this study is a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis methods. The research design is descriptive, namely finding facts and interpretations by accurately describing the nature of several phenomena related to the implementation of policies on the appointment of state treasury officials to the Work Unit within the Ministry of Religion of Ciamis Regency. Result and Conclusion: The right policy from the frontline implementer means the right policy from the policy implementer itself, where discretion itself can be interpreted as decisions and / or actions determined and / or carried out by government officials to overcome concrete problems faced in the administration of government in terms of laws and regulations that provide choices, not regulate, incomplete or unclear, and/or the existence of government stagnation. Teachers are personnel involved in activities that result in budget expenditures, but it would be better if financial managers are competent and independent people. Consideration of the choice of employees in the work environment other than having to appoint teachers as treasurers, actually must be found a way out, for example by providing human resources who are experts in finance.

REIMAGINING HUMAN RESOURCE: REDEFINE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR THE FUTURE

Digital transformation is changing the way organizations interact with customers, run operations, and recruit and manage human resources. As a result, conventional paradigms in human resource management must be re-examined to remain in line with the needs of this digital era which encourages HR to move from an administrative role towards providing added value through in-depth data analysis. This research aims to reimagine human resource management (HR) practices in facing future challenges. The research method used is a descriptive method from a mix method perspective. Stakeholders or leaders in the Company who show agreement on several components that require a re-description of HR, this is based on conditions that have occurred in the past 5 years which are supported by several conditions that have occurred and demands for technological change and the Company's achievements. The findings of this research rearticulating HR practices for the future is an important step for organizations that want to remain relevant and competitive. The adoption of a new paradigm in human resource management is a reflection of the organization's commitment to adaptability, innovation and sustainability in the face of inevitable changes in the world of work.

Engineered Bio-Based Hydrogels for Cancer Immunotherapy.

Immunotherapy represents a revolutionary paradigm in cancer management, showcasing its potential to impede tumor metastasis and recurrence. Nonetheless, challenges including limited therapeutic efficacy and severe immune-related side effects are frequently encountered, especially in solid tumors. Hydrogels, a class of versatile materials featuring well-hydrated structures widely used in biomedicine, offer a promising platform for encapsulating and releasing small molecule drugs, biomacromolecules, and cells in a controlled manner. Immunomodulatory hydrogels present a unique capability for augmenting immune activation and mitigating systemic toxicity through encapsulation of multiple components and localized administration. Notably, hydrogels based on biopolymers have gained significant interest owing to their biocompatibility, environmental friendliness, and ease of production. This review delves into the recent advances in bio-based hydrogels in cancer immunotherapy and synergistic combinatorial approaches, highlighting their diverse applications. It is anticipated that this review will guide the rational design of hydrogels in the field of cancer immunotherapy, fostering clinical translation and ultimately benefiting patients.

Current Management and Treatment Paradigms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease following Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Obesity is associated with serious comorbidities and economic implications. Bariatric surgery, most commonly Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, are effective options for weight loss and the improvement of obesity-related comorbidities. With the growing obesity epidemic, there has been a concomitant rise in bariatric surgeries, particularly in sleeve gastrectomy, which has been the most widely performed bariatric surgery since 2013. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is highly prevalent in obese individuals, can significantly impact quality of life and may lead to serious complications. Obesity and GERD both improve with weight loss. However, as the incidence of sleeve gastrectomy rises, recent data have revealed a risk of exacerbation of pre-existing GERD or the development of de novo GERD following sleeve gastrectomy. We performed a detailed review of GERD post-sleeve gastrectomy, including its overall incidence, pathophysiology and current treatment paradigms.

Circular economy and energy

The circular economy is the opposite of the concept guided by the principle of "take, produce, spend and throw away". The circular economy model implies a change in the paradigm of resource management in an efficient and smart way. Such a concept is based on eco-innovations, eco-design, advanced technologies, energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources. The production method used in the linear economy is unsustainable and creates large amounts of waste, the disposal of which is based on the mistaken belief that resources are inexhaustible, as well as that the space for waste disposal is unlimited. It is a new economic model that ensures the sustainable management of resources, the extension of the life of products with the aim of reducing waste, and the increased use of renewable energy sources. In contrast to the linear economy, this is a business concept in which resource and energy flows are maintained in a closed-loop model, where products are tried to circulate as long as possible in a circular cycle. The emphasis is on the production and design of products that can be easily disassembled into parts, do not contain hazardous substances, and will have a long life and be easily repaired.

Gender mainstreaming in the Japan Self‐Defense Forces

AbstractThe issue of “gender integration” within the military organization has long been a major research topic in military sociology. In the last two decades, however, specific topics such as “gender mainstreaming,” “diversity management,” and “diversity and inclusion” have pervaded sociological studies on military organizations. In this article, I examine the current state of gender integration in the Japan Self‐Defense Forces (JSDF), focusing on efforts to promote gender mainstreaming. In particular, following the National Action Plan to implement the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 was formulated in 2015, the Ministry of Defense issued the JSDF Female Personnel Empowerment Initiative in 2017, in which previous challenges for career development of female SDF personnel were to be removed by making virtually all job categories available for women including combat pilot, missile boat crew, and tank driver. While the number and ratio of female personnel have increased and their prospects of career development have substantially improved in the last few years, work–life conflict and sexual/power harassment remain to be challenging issues for the retention of female personnel. Due to the deep‐rooted male‐dominant organizational culture of the military organization, further organizational challenges remain for JSDF to shift its overarching human resource management paradigm from “Diversity 1.0” to “Diversity 2.0,” with the strong commitment of top leaders to innovate organizational culture.

Design Processes: From the Historical Perspective to the Application in Startups Companies

This article addresses innovation, entrepreneurship and design management, aiming to investigate how it could contribute to the maintenance of the innovative character of startup companies. A brief survey was made on the importance of design in organizations. The timeline with the main developments from the 1950s to the present day, revealed that design has been strengthened as an entrepreneurial and strategic character. Subsequently, the Brazilian startup scenario was structured, analyzing the context in which they are inserted, as well as their management paradigms, which culminated in the search for information about design management and its role for the innovation of organizations. As a result, the theoretical studies allowed the elaboration of a model with five processes: Design for innovation strategies; Design for idea generation; Design for concept creation; Project to represent the company; and Design as an integrator.

New advances in the treatment and diagnosis of hypertension in primary care: a literature review

Background: Despite the availability of safe and effective antihypertensive drugs, hypertension continues to be a major risk factor for cardiovascular death and morbidity worldwide. This review explores the contemporary landscape of advances in hypertension (HTN) diagnosis and treatment, examining the discordant diagnostic thresholds proposed by American and European guidelines. Methods: An integrative approach was employed, analyzing pertinent literature from sources such as ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, and PubMed. Inclusion criteria encompassed studies on new advances in HTN diagnosis and treatment in primary care, published in English within the last five years (2018-2023). Results: Diagnostic innovations focus on the preference for automated sphygmomanometers and technological advancements, enhancing precision and reliability. Treatment advancements span neurovascular dimensions, including neuromodulation, and innovations in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, showcasing promising drugs like finerenone and esaxerenone. Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors demonstrate efficacy beyond antidiabetic effects. The complexities of renal denervation and its challenges are scrutinized, emphasizing the need for further research. Clinical decision-making underscores risk stratification, lifestyle modifications, and the emerging use of single-pill combinations and individualized treatment plans. Conclusion: The review highlights the multidimensional approach required for optimal HTN management in primary care, encompassing diagnostic innovations, treatment advancements, and individualized strategies. Ongoing research is pivotal for refining diagnostic and therapeutic paradigms in hypertension management.