Experience In Management Research Articles

Evaluating the Role of AI in Grants Management: Integration and Adoption of Technology and Innovation

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into grant management has the potential to revolutionize how organizations handle the application process, budgeting, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. This qualitative study explores the experiences of grant managers, financial officers, and other stakeholders in adopting AI tools. Through interviews and thematic analysis, this research identifies the benefits, challenges, and implications of AI in the grant management process. The findings suggest that while AI can enhance efficiency and decision-making, successful integration requires careful planning, training, and change management.

Smart Park: Innovating the Future of Vehicle Parking

Effective parking solutions become increasingly important as urban areas increase because of wasted space, time-consuming searches, and traffic congestion. By utilizing cutting edge technologies to improve parking management and user experience, the Smart Vehicle Parking System (SVPS) tackles these issues. To deliver dynamic solutions, SVPS combines sophisticated algorithms, sensor networks, and real-time data. Parking space sensors track occupancy and transmit data to a central system, where machine learning maximizes space distribution and directs vehicles to open spaces. This smart parking system is software and hardware based. Different algorithms are used to find vacant slots using machine learning and deep learning. IR sensors, RFID, Servomotors and ESP 32 microcontrollers and Internet of things are useful to find vacant slots in real time signal processing. In traditional method it is difficult to search free space, and this method is time consuming, Smart parking system overcome this problem with new technology and improve parking management system. The SVPS not only improves urban mobility but also contributes to reducing vehicle emissions and enhanced overall efficiency. Keywords— smart parking, integration, secure payment,advanced technologies, convenient.

Market Entry Opportunities for a Music Artist

A music artist whose goal is to succeed in the music market needs to understand what the opportunities are. The music market is developed and full of a wide range of music artists that meet the expectations of different consumers. Every year, new music artists enter the music market, looking for opportunities to expand the recognition of their name as a brand and of their work. The aim of this paper is to find out what are the market entry opportunities for a music artist by analysing information and scientific sources and interviewing experienced music managers.

Patient Experiences of Long-term Pain and Pain Management Following Pelvic Exenteration for Locally Recurrent Rectal Cancer: A Qualitative Study.

Although pain may persist for patients who undergo pelvic exenteration for treatment of locally recurrent rectal cancer, studies exploring patient experience of postoperative pain and its management remains limited. This study aimed to explore patient experiences of postoperative chronic pain and management following pelvic exenteration. Qualitative cohort study of patients who have undergone pelvic exenteration for locally recurrent rectal cancer. The study was conducted through one-on-one semi-structured telephone interviews. Seventeen patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer who underwent pelvic exenteration between January 2018 and December 2020 were included. Semi-structured interviews explored participants' experiences of pain including its impact on life and management strategies at six and twelve months following exenteration. Interview transcripts were analyzed by two researchers using inductive thematic analysis. Participant experiences of pain following exenteration are reflected by three themes identified: 1) adapting to long-term consequences of pelvic exenteration including pain, 2) reluctance to take pain medications, 3) engaging multidisciplinary care team is essential to post-pelvic exenteration chronic pain management. Several participants reported ongoing intermittent pain following surgery that significantly affected various aspects of their lives. This prompted participants to adapt their lifestyle and explore alternative pain relief methods as some were hesitant to rely on analgesics. The small sample size from a single center whereby all patients underwent curative pelvic exenteration for lower recurrent rectal cancer with none undergoing the procedure for palliation limits the generalizability of the results of this study. While chronic pain following pelvic exenteration for locally recurrent rectal cancer interferes with patient's postoperative quality of life, analgesia use was influenced by pain habituation and fear of dependence on pain medications. Our findings emphasize the further need to investigate a multidisciplinary approach, including non-pharmacological methods, for optimization of pain outcomes following pelvic exenteration. See Video Abstract.

Older workers and extended working life - Managers' experiences and age management.

In 2020 the Swedish Government started a gradual raising of the retirement age, but employers have been silent on the issue. Little is known about whether and how they reflect on what it will mean for their organization, or whether they already have, or are going to, make arrangements in order to facilitate and motivate older workers to stay longer. The aim of this study was to explore and describe managers' experiences of older workers and age management in connection with the increase of the retirement age in Sweden. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews with fourteen managers from a broad set of organizations in the public and private sectors, and from the Middle and East of Sweden. The transcribed material was analysed in line with qualitative content analysis. The analysis ended up in seven main categories with associated sub-categories: Older Workers, Retirement Ages, Transition Initiatives, Competence Transfer, Competence Development, Increased Retirement Ages, Knowledge Gaps. Our findings reveal that there is an ambivalence in addressing the issue of age among the interviewed managers, what we have interpreted and labelled as "silent age discrimination", and it was shown that they do not have elaborated strategies for age management.

Employer representatives' experiences of supporting employees with cognitive impairments in a digital work environment.

Digital work poses cognitive demands on all employees, but the impact is greater for employees with cognitive impairments. Digitalization also has significant implications for employer representatives as they are responsible for the work environment. However, knowledge is scarce concerning employer representatives' perspectives on identifying needs and support for employees with cognitive impairments working in a digital work environment. To describe employer representatives' experiences of work environment management with focus on employees with cognitive impairments working in a digital environment. Focus group methodology was used. Six employer representatives with work environment responsibilities participated. One overall theme "Mastering the interconnected processes in a transformative digital work environment" as well as three themes "Facilitating good digital work conditions", "Identifying needs and difficulties in work tasks among employees' with cognitive impairments" and "Pursuing knowledge and collaborations to support employees with cognitive impairments" with subthemes were identified. The themes describe employer representatives' challenges and efforts to identify fluctuating needs in employees with cognitive impairments and, also, to organize and reduce cognitive demands in the work environment to support them. Managing the challenges of an evolving digital work environment and matching individual work ability of employees with cognitive impairments in relation to cognitive demands is an ongoing process. The participants valued cooperation with employees with cognitive impairments but lacked support from expertise. The need to develop and implement a functioning support system for vocational rehabilitation to ensure a sustainable work in digital work environments is indicated.

The experience of weight gain during and after breast cancer treatment: a qualitative study.

After breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, the majority of women will gain weight. The aim of this study was to describe the experiences of weight management among Australian women with breast cancer. This is a secondary analysis of data from a qualitative study evaluating the feasibility of novel interventions for weight management after breast cancer. Participants were recruited via email invitation from a breast cancer consumer organization and breast cancer centre in Australia. Eligible participants had received treatment for breast cancer, and were fluent in English. Discussions were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim and analysed using thematic analysis with the constant comparison method. Thirty-seven women provided data in five focus groups and one semi-structured interview. Four themes were identified: Timing, milestones and turning points; Making sense of the journey; Factors leading to weight gain; and Information and health professional support. Varying trajectories of weight gain were described, the most common being gradual or fluctuating weight gain. Weight gain was attributed to a number of related factors including becoming postmenopausal, and the impact of treatment effects. Achieving a sense of autonomy and agency assisted with weight management. An overall lack of information and support relating to weight management was highlighted. There is a need for a coordinated and systematic approach to weight management after breast cancer. Further research on the role of supportive care and systems-level support is warranted to mitigate the significant public health burden of excess weight after breast cancer treatment.

Academic Management and Teaching Effectiveness in Chinese Universities

This research utilized descriptive methodologies, integrating both quantitative and qualitative investigative approaches. In the qualitative analysis phase, the researcher plans to conduct in-depth interviews with the participants, aiming to obtain their intuitive perceptions and personal experiences of instructional management and teaching effectiveness. In this study, 2000 faculty members from three different universities were selected and 323 samples were calculated by Raosoft and 325 questionnaires were finalized to be distributed based on the professor s revised approval in order to explore the important relationship between instructional management and teaching effectiveness.

Knowledge and Perceptions about Diagnosis, Clinical Management, and Prevention of Dengue Fever among Physicians during the 2023 Outbreak: A Cross-Sectional Study in Peru.

The objective of this study was to evaluate the knowledge level and perception of dengue fever management among Peruvian physicians and to determine the factors associated with higher knowledge. We conducted an analytical cross-sectional study based on an online survey. To evaluate the factors associated with a high level of knowledge (≥70% of correct answers), we used crude (cPR) and adjusted (aPR) prevalence ratios by the Poisson regression model. Of 359 respondents (median age: 33 years; male: 56.5%), 78.8% achieved a high level of knowledge. Multivariable analysis showed an independent association with having read the Peruvian clinical practice guidelines for dengue management (aPR: 1.29; 95% CI: 1.12-1.49), having experience in treating patients (aPR: 1.32; 95% CI: 1.03-1.68), and having treated cases frequently (aPR: 1.22; 95% CI: 1.02-1.46). Residing in the eastern macroregion (aPR: 0.83; 95% CI: 0.71-0.97) was associated with a low level of knowledge. In conclusion, Peruvian physicians had a high level of knowledge about dengue fever. This was associated with having clinical experience in dengue management. However, given the low level of knowledge in the eastern macroregion, educational campaigns are necessary in this area.

Necessary reforms in the Greek academic system

Motivated by our EU funded ERA chair projects, that require proposing reforms to yield the Greek academic system more competitive with a particular emphasis on fostering brain gain and preventing brain drain, we propose policy changes on a wide range of topics, based on our joint academic management experience inside and outside of Greece in conjunction with our diverse backgrounds in the humanities, computer science, and the life sciences. The proposed reforms can contribute to increase the competitiveness of Greece in research and development (R & D). We classify proposals by their associated costs and include a plethora of zero cost proposals that do have the potential to increase efficiency and net research time as well as to improve current working conditions in Greek academia. However, to yield Greece more competitive at the international level, reverse brain drain, and foster brain gain, substantial investments and increases of R&D expenditure are required which depend on political willingness and require a long term strategic development plan for Greece beyond being a tourist destination in the European periphery.

ANCIENT GREEK EXPERIENCE OF POLITICAL AND LEGAL REGULATION OF OIKONOMIA AS A BALANCE OF INDIVIDUAL AND GENERAL

The paper examines the political and legal means and ethical principles of harmonizing the interests of the individual and the general in the economic activity of ancient Greek society in the 8th–4th centuries BC. Explore the reform of the economic sphere, reveal the meaning of oikonomia, its structural components in the imagination and state legal practice of the ancient Greeks, highlight the shortcomings of legal regulation in matters of capital accumulation to level out the contradictions of the individual and the general. The ancient Greeks were aware of the antagonism between the individual and the general, understood the dynamic essence of their relationship and formed ethical and legal means of harmonizing the manifested contradiction. As a result of the pan-Athenian agreement, polic was determined as the dominant sphere, where oikonomia acted as a separate subject of citizen activity and consisted of three meanings: a) archaic form of blood-family economic activity, closed in itself, despotic in its essence and therefore destructive for the general; b) a household that naturally provides everything necessary for a patriarchal family and provides the opportunity for its owner to become a “master of industrial relations management.” Individual management experience ensures freedom for each citizen and can promote the interests of the general; c) chremastics is an element of оікіа. This type of activity, under the influence of egocentrism and an anti-human position, naturally threatens the common because it destroys the solidarity and democratic foundations of the policy. Therefore, certain types of chremastics (usury) were prohibited, and the type of activity itself was placed under ethical and legal control – in the form of voluntary charity. This policy was not effective and the way of managing authority was replaced by the state-legal way of managing domestic policy. Since the formation of the professional state apparatus and the formation of the Athenian Empire, oikonomia and chremastics have been transformed from a multiple phenomenon of the internal life of policy into a political lever of the external activities of the state. Athens was transformed into a large archaic оікіа – the majority of citizens and the state itself were enriched unlimitedly. Chremastics have become the dominant activity and value of the public sphere in Athens. This became one of the levers of a new imbalance of individual and general interests, the decline of ancient Greek civilization.

Research on the Development Dilemma and Path of the Commercial Operation Mode of High-Level Sports Events in China under the Background of New Quality Productivity

This paper deeply discusses the development dilemma and the potential breakthrough path encountered by the commercial operation mode of high-level sports events in China under the background of the emerging concept of new quality productivity. Through detailed analysis of the core essence of new productivity and its diversified application in the sports industry, such as information technology in live broadcast and data analysis, biotechnology in the scientific application of athletes training and recovery, and new material technology in sports equipment innovation, this paper comprehensively examines the present situation of high level sports commercial operation in China. On this basis, the paper further analyzes the current challenges in policy environment, management experience, product development and profit distribution, and at the same time also reveals the new opportunities brought by new quality productivity for the commercialization of sports events. Finally, in view of the above difficulties, this paper puts forward a series of forward-looking and operable optimization paths, aiming to promote the commercial operation mode of high-level sports events in China to a more mature and efficient direction.

Managerial insight on triple bottom line reporting – an analysis of the Indian banking sector

Purpose Reporting on triple bottom line (TBL) practices has emerged as an essential aspect in banking sector due to evolving social and environmental concerns. Engaging in social and environmental activities is a strategic means to uphold dynamic alliances with stakeholders and eventually attain sustainable development. Furthermore, perception towards social and environmental practices is strategic to satisfy stakeholders’ interests. This paper aims to examine managers’ perception about reporting on social-environmental performance and its impact on financial performance (FP) in Indian banking sector. Research further assesses moderating effect of gender and experience in influencing the relationship between the constructs and also determines importance and performance of the constructs. Design/methodology/approach A well-structured questionnaire was distributed to 400 bank managers across India’s public, private, regional-rural, foreign and cooperative banks. The collected data were analysed through Smart PLS structural equation modelling. The moderating effect of demographics of bank managers in influencing the relationship was assessed using PLS-multi-group analysis (MGA). Besides, importance performance map analysis (IPMA) was used to understand the importance and performance of the constructs. Findings Findings indicate that bank managers believe that social and environmental activities strengthen relations between banks and stakeholders, resulting in better FP, thereby endorsing the stakeholder theory. Results of MGA suggest that gender and experience of bank managers are not effectual moderators in determining relationship between the constructs. Using IPMA, findings advocate that managers perceive environmental performance as a relatively high performance and a more important construct in influencing FP than social performance. Social implications Research would pave the way for banks to effectively communicate their commitment to sustainable development goals, engage stakeholders and demonstrate their commitment to creating positive social and environmental impacts. Furthermore, managerial perceptions can have a marked effect on customers’ understanding of social and environmental practices. This may influence customer satisfaction, conviction, commitment and constancy. Besides, a better understanding of the performance on social and environmental aspects over and above the FP of banks would facilitate the investors to make more informed and effectual decisions. Originality/value Considering the paucity of studies on the managerial perception of social and environmental activities and determining how the perception affects financial success, this study makes significant contribution to the literature. It would facilitate banks to design appropriate strategies and legislations to incorporate reporting on TBL practices for improved performance analysis. This would eventually ensure profitability along with sustainability in the Indian banking sector.

Contributing to health visiting research: Participating in the ADBB study

Health visitors play an important role in contributing to the national strategic plan for nursing research. While the need for health visitors to lead research may be more widely recognised, creating an enabling environment for research to take place and supporting health visitors to participate in research is less often reported. This article shares the experiences of health visitors and managers from the Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust who participated in the Alarm Distress Baby Scale study carried out by the Institute of Health Visiting in partnership with the University of Oxford, contributing to the evidence base in this area.

Post-Cataract Surgery Fungal Endophthalmitis: 6-Year Experience in Management and Outcomes at a Tertiary Eye Care Center.

This study aimed to describe the functional and anatomical outcomes of post-cataract surgery fungal endophthalmitis at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH). A retrospective analysis of clinical data from a single institution was performed. This study included 29 patients with post-cataract surgery endophthalmitis with suspected or confirmed fungal etiology who presented between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2022. We evaluated demographics, clinical features, microbiological assessments, and treatment strategies. The effects of various treatments on outcomes were analyzed. The need for additional treatment and functional and anatomical outcomes was also investigated. The mean time from surgery to the onset of ocular symptoms was 52.1 (SD ± 59.9; range, 3-210) days, and the mean time from surgery to the first visit to KKESH was 81.4 (SD ± 103.5; range, 2-510) days. Low culture positivity was noted in four samples, with two revealing Aspergillus sp. and two revealing Cladosporium sp. Of the 29 patients, 6 underwent pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) and received intravitreal antimicrobial/antibiotic injections. Two of the six patients also underwent simultaneous intraocular lens removal. The average number of additional treatments, regardless of visual acuity, was lower in the PPV group than in the conservative group (0.5 [SD ± 1.1; range, 0-3] and 1.48 [SD ± 1.47; range, 0-6], respectively). In the PPV group, 50% (n=3) of the eyes achieved functional success and 83.3% (n=5) of the eyes achieved anatomical success. In contrast, in the conservative group, 43.5% (n=10) of the eyes achieved functional success and 69.6% (n=16) of the eyes achieved anatomical success. For post-cataract surgery fungal endophthalmitis, a high index of suspicion and prompt PPV with empirical administration of intravitreal antifungal agents are required to achieve a favorable prognosis.

P194 Renal cell carcinoma with tumor thrombus extension above the diaphragm: A singlecenter experience in surgical management

P194 Renal cell carcinoma with tumor thrombus extension above the diaphragm: A singlecenter experience in surgical management

Patient Experience of Pain Management Following Cardiac Surgery: A Mixed Methods Study

PurposeRecovery following cardiac surgery via sternotomy involves weaning from invasive mechanical ventilation, maintaining hemodynamic stability, and preventing complications. In the early postoperative period, a key priority is adequate pain control to allow patients to actively participate in exercise. The purpose of this study was to (i) describe analgesic prescribing and administration practices following cardiac surgery via sternotomy and (ii) explore patients’ pain experience and how this impacted participation in early postoperative care. MethodsThis research project was a pilot descriptive exploratory study using multiple methods and conducted within a single site. A medical record chart audit was performed to obtain details of prescribed and administered multimodal analgesics and pain intensity scores over the first 3 days following surgery. Semi-structured interviews and responses to validated questionnaires were obtained from 20 postoperative patients on days 3-4 following cardiac surgery to determine pain experience and the impact of pain on participation in recovery. ResultsPatients had a varied experience of pain intensity during their recovery. A total of 19 patients (95%) received 100% of their fixed daily dose of analgesics, but only 22% of available as needed opioids were administered on day 1 and only 12% were administered on day 2. Many patients experienced higher levels of pain at both rest and movement in the 24 hours prior to interview than were recorded in their medical records. ConclusionsPatients can experience significant pain following major cardiac surgery, and this pain can hinder their ability to participate in important activities, such as deep breathing and coughing and mobilizing, that are central to their recovery. Gaps in the management of breakthrough pain in the early postoperative period were identified. To promote optimal recovery following cardiac surgery, nurses need to assess pain at both rest and movement and administer effective doses of as needed analgesia to manage the occurrence of breakthrough pain. Additionally, patients need to be more informed to understand the link between well controlled pain and their ability to participate in their recovery. Clinical ImplicationsTo promote optimal recovery following cardiac surgery, nurses need to assess pain at both rest and movement and administer effective doses of as needed analgesia to manage the occurrence of breakthrough pain. Additionally, patients need to be more informed to understand the link between well controlled pain and their ability to participate in their recovery.

Examining Gendered Experiences in Sport Management: An Introduction

Examining Gendered Experiences in Sport Management: An Introduction

School Experiences in the Disease Management of Children With Celiac Disease: A Qualitative Study.

This study was conducted to examine in depth the disease management experiences of school-age children with celiac disease and the effects of family, friends, and teachers on disease management at school. The study employed a qualitative research method using the phenomenology design. Face-to-face, semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted with children (n = 14) with celiac disease. The transcripts were analysed using a phenomenological approach and an inductive process. Three main themes were identified: Individual, Institutional, and Environmental. It was observed that children adapted better to the celiac diet as they got older, but they had difficulty adjusting to the diet in the school environment. In addition, it was found that school-age children had challenges in diagnosing the disease and finding products suitable for the diet in a rural city with limited facilities. It was determined that the approaches of peers and teachers throughout the child's school life affected the disease management levels of children. The study reveals the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural difficulties that children face while adapting to celiac disease and diet, especially in the school environment. The results emphasize that school-age children with celiac disease should not be ignored and that the school nurse plays an essential role in this process.

Ecological study to estimate the prevalence of patients with acid sphingomyelinase deficiency in Spain. PREVASMD Study

Background and objectivePrevalence studies of acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (ASMD) are scarce and different in Spain. The objective of the present study was to determine the estimated prevalence of patients diagnosed with ASMD (types A/B and B) in Spain. Material and methodsPREVASMD was a descriptive, multicenter, and ecological study involving 21 physicians from different specialties (mainly Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Hematology), of different autonomous communities, with experience in ASMD management. ResultsBetween March and April 2022, specialists were attending a total of 34 patients with ASMD diagnosis, 10 pediatric patients under 18 years of age (29.4%) and 24 adult patients (70.6%). The estimated prevalence of patients (pediatric and adult) diagnosed with ASMD was 0.7 per 1,000,000 inhabitants (95% confidence interval, 95% CI: 0.5-1.0), 1.2 per 1,000,000 (95% CI: 0.6-2.3) in the pediatric population and 0.6 per 1,000,000 inhabitants (95% CI: 0.4-0.9) in the adult population. The most frequent symptoms that led to suspicion of ASMD were: splenomegaly (reported by 100.0% of specialists), hepatomegaly (66.7%), interstitial lung disease (57.1%), and thrombocytopenia (57.1%). According to the specialists, laboratory and routine tests, and assistance in Primary Care were the most relevant healthcare resources in the management of ASMD. ConclusionsThis first study carried out in Spain shows an estimated prevalence of patients of 0.7 per 1,000,000 inhabitants: 1.2 per 1,000,000 inhabitants in the pediatric population and 0.6 per 1,000,000 inhabitants in the adult population.