Operations Office Research Articles

Data Measures Selection and Factor Profiling: An illustration of Data-Mining Screens

Context The selection of the data-measurement metric should be the initial decision in the current field of Data Analytics [DA]. We discussed with DA-students and -colleagues re: vetting of the Nature of the Data to be used in decision-making. Uniformly, they indicated that rarely are vetting-screening-tests used for the accrued-data to determine if the Nature of the Data is in sync with the expected veracity of the DA-inferential results. This reticence seems to create inferential-issues that may well compromise the acuity and relevance of the inferential-output of DAs. To address these inferential-issues, we have selected a typical DA-screening problématique. First, we will vet the Nature of the Data and then address the problématique. Additionally, we will assume that the problématique requires the cooperative tri-interaction of: The Chief Operating Officer, The Financial Analysis Group & The Data Analytics Group. To illustrate these interactions, we suggest that Data Analytics Group is configured as “Internal Consultants” thus avoiding outsourcing elections. In this proposed Data Analytics Group-context, the Data Analytics Group elects to use a Factor Model [FM] as the Screening platform to “deconstruct” the Pearson Product Moment association profiles for the Data-Panels pursuant to addressing the problématique. Features: We will detail: (i) A Data-Panel Screening protocol, (ii) A Factor pedagogic illustration, (iii) The Carvalho-script re: electing the Geometric-data-context, and (iv) The demonstration of these cooperative tri-cooperative interactions using the Microsoft™, Inc. [MSFT] Data-Panel. The overall goal is to offer illustrations, the intention of which, is to assist the pedagogical needs for instructors, and to populate the panoply for researchers and practitioners with effective and efficient inferential tools. Results We found that the Geometric-context was likely for our sample of market-traded organizations. Thus, we used the ln-transformation for the Panel of Data for our sampled firms. Additionally, we used a Factor Model as the screening tool for addressing the selected the problématique. The Data Analytics Group was cast as an “InSource” as this seems to be current institutional configuration adopted by many MNCs.

Ransys Partners Ltd: digitalizing supply chain

Learning outcomes The case depicts an opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students to be exposed to the basic digitization of supply chain management, technology adoption, change management and cost-benefit analysis concepts. The study aims to encourage them to use the data given in the case and exhibits to compare and contrast physical and digital supply chains (SC); design the digitized version of the traditional SC; examine the nitty-gritty of technology adoption in the SC context; develop the change management plans for the successful adoption and implementation of SC digitization; design the risk register and Explore the business process management; and conduct the return on investment analysis. Case overview/synopsis Amber Yen, Chief Operating Officer Apparel Sourcing at Ransys Partners Ltd (RSL), was presented with the task of reducing physical sample production cost and time without impeding order pipeline. RSL was experiencing significant capacity constrain during the COVID-19 crisis, failing to deliver physical samples to international brands. To win large export orders, RSL had to adopt a new innovative way to reduce the sample approval process while meeting customer requirements. Ms Yen wanted to convert the entire sample approval process into a digital mode. She was facing multiple challenges related to the design, implementation and adoption of the digital sample approval process to coordinate the entire SC. She had limited time and was grappling with other impending constraints such as increasing cost, intense competition, demanding customers, shortage of labor due to COVID-19, reducing the bottom line. It was her time to test the idiom “necessity is the mother of innovation”. Complexity academic level The target audience for this case is management or business school students. This case can be used to teach digitization of SC, operations management, organization behavior, digitization of enterprises, IT for business, new service development, supplier management technology adoption, and change management in management or business schools. Supplementary material Teaching notes are available for educators only. Subject code CSS 9: Operations and Logistics.

The police’s intelligence-led crisis management: Crossing knowledge boundaries of operational and intelligence practices during acute crises

Major, acute crises call for efficient crisis management. This study examines how understandings of police operational and intelligence officers affect collaboration and information sharing during acute crises. The paper shows the crisis management structure impedes collaboration in developing a collective understanding. Knowledge gaps led to difficulty in sharing information and intelligence, and, in decision-making meetings, in trusting the intelligence analysis. The study provides insight into social prerequisites necessary for managers’ collaborative work to be coherent and meaningful. The discussion concentrates on bridging the gap between operational and intelligence practices by reducing the existing knowledge boundaries.

Wide Awake Trigger Finger Releases Performed in the United States: Trends in Volume, Operative Setting, and Reimbursement.

Trigger finger release (TFR) has traditionally been performed in outpatient operating rooms. More recently, TFR may be performed in the office setting to achieve greater efficiency and cost savings. The 2010-2020 Q2 PearlDiver M91Ortho data set was analyzed for cases of TFR. Exclusion criteria were age less than 18 years, <30 days of postoperative records, concomitant hand surgery, monitored anesthesia use, and inpatient surgery. Age, sex, and Elixhauser comorbidity index were recorded. Operating room and office procedures were matched 4:1 based on patient characteristics. Total and physician reimbursement for the day of surgery, as well as 30-day narcotics prescriptions, emergency department (ED) visits, and surgical site infections (SSI) were determined. Before matching, TFRs were found to be increasingly performed in the office (from 7.9% in 2010 to 14.6% in 2020). Matched cohorts consisted of 63,951 operating room and 15,992 office procedures. Office procedures had lower mean total reimbursements ($435 vs $752, P < 0.001), slightly lower mean physician reimbursements ($420 vs $460, P < 0.001), and lower rates of narcotic prescriptions (30.5% vs 50.5%, P < 0.001) and 30-day ED visits (2.2% vs 2.9%, P < 0.05). There was no difference in 30-day SSI (0.5% vs 0.6%, P = 0.374). In-office TFR is becoming increasingly prevalent. After matching, in-office TFRs were associated with lesser costs to the system, lower narcotic prescriptions, and fewer postoperative ED visits, without increased SSI. Although it is important to perform procedures in the best location for the patient, physician, and system, the current study supports the increased value offered by in-office TFR.

Зарплатные ведомости как источник для реконструкции судовых биографий на примере Сарапульской эксплуатационной конторы 1954–1962 годов

Introduction. Payrolls are one of the valuable historical sources, which, unfortunately, has limited access due to the law on the protection of personal data. Since they are the most popular source for confirming the length of service and income of citizens, often the funds of organizations can consist of only one payroll. In this regard, the development of processing procedures to identify the implicit information contained in them is relevant. Methods and materials. The work is devoted to a methodical generalization of the authors’ experience in working with payrolls for the period 1954–1962 of the Udmurt administration of small rivers for the reconstruction of the biographies of the ships available there. Analysis and results. The greatest efficiency was demonstrated by the joint analysis of payrolls with orders for personnel. At the first stage, it is advisable to present the payroll data in tabular form. After that, the table is decomposed and a search is made for possible duplicates and combinations of ships. As a result of the work, it is shown that payrolls are a valuable source, not only as a basis for subsequent statistical processing but also as a narrative source of information. On the example of payrolls at the Sarapul operational office in 1954–1962, the operational information of the fleet available there was reconstructed. It is concluded that they are a more timely and objective source than, for example, statistical reports; therefore, in cases of disagreement, preference should be given to payroll statements. Author’s contribution. N.W. Mitiukov made an analytical summary of the submitted documents. N.V. Toshchevikova carried out an archival search, selection of documents, and editing of the manuscript.

The Role of Landside and Terminal Operational Airport Officers in Supervising Facilities and Infrastructure at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport Denpasar Bali

Availability of existing and adequate facilities is a benchmark and a requirement for every airport service provider and its manager to be able to meet the needs of prospective passengers using airport services. Several fields participate in managing, maintaining, supervising the flow of passengers and goods as well as controlling terminal and landside operations, namely the AOLT (Airport Operational Landside and Terminal) unit which plays an important role in supervising and supporting the existing facilities and infrastructure at the airport so that it runs according to provisions of PM 178 of 2015 concerning "Airport Service User Service Standards". Therefore the purpose of this study is to determine the roles and constraints of AOLT (Airport Operational Landside and Terminal) officers in supervising facilities and infrastructure at I Gusti Ngurah Rai airport, Denpasar, Bali. This study uses qualitative methods, techniques in data collection through the results of observation, interviews and documentation as well as in analyzing data using data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. This research was conducted at the AOLT (Airport Operational Landside and Terminal) unit at I Gusti Ngurah Rai airport, Denpasar, Bali. The results obtained from this study indicate that the role of AOLT (Airport Operations Landside and Terminal) officers in supervising facilities and infrastructure at I Gusti Ngurah Rai airport Denpasar Bali is quite good and according to what is contained in the Company's Skep and those contained in PM 178 Year 2015 concerning service standards for airport service users and standard operating procedures (SOP). However, there are still obstacles experienced by officers such as a lack of personnel or human resources (HR) and inadequate facilities.

Аналіз показників фізичного розвитку офіцерів оперативного рівня різних вікових груп

Knowledge about the age dynamics of physical development indicators of operational level officers has significant importance in the context of scientific research and practical activities of military personnel. The aim is to determine the age dynamics of physical development indicators among operational level officers in the first and second periods of mature age. Material and methods. We used anthropometric research methods, including measuring body length, body weight, and girth sizes of different body parts. Also, we used bioelectrical impedance analysis to determine body composition, including fat amount, muscle mass, water content, and other parameters. In addition, we measured skin-fat folds to assess the distribution of fat tissue in different parts of the body. Using the obtained results, we performed mathematical analysis, such as descriptive statistics and significance criteria. Parametric criteria were used to compare indicators of physical development between age groups of officers, too. Research results. We found out that the age indicator between the studied groups had a statistically significant difference (p &lt;0.05). However, we found the absence of statistically significant differences (p &gt;0.05) in anthropometric characteristics, such as body length, body weight, body mass index, total fat content and its distribution in individual parts of the body, total water content, muscle weight and bone mass between the officer groups. But also, we found that the content of visceral fat in officers of the second period of adulthood was statistically significantly higher (p &lt;0.05), which indicates the presence of age-related changes in the distribution of visceral fat in the body. Comparison of the average group results of five skin-fat folds in the studied groups of officers did not reveal statistically significant differences (p &gt;0.05). These results indicate that the distribution of fat mass in officers of the operational level of the first and second periods of adulthood may be similar and the age factor does not significantly affect this aspect of anthropometry. We established the absence of a statistically significant (p &gt;0.05) difference in girth measurements of various body parts (neck, shoulder, wrist, chest, waist, pelvis, hip) between operational level officers of both age groups. This means that the indicators of physical development of operational-level servicemen remain stable during the first and second periods of adulthood. Conclusion. The obtained results of the study indicate the absence of a statistically significant (p &gt;0.05) difference between the vast majority of the studied indicators. Also, that the physical development of operational level officers of both age groups remains stable, except for certain aspects such as visceral fat content.

The Relationship of The Implementation of Warta DNAS O/153 with The Performance of Operations Officers

The Babaranjang train accident at Penanggiran Station due to the negligence of operating officers playing cellphones caused the Operations Directors of PT.KAI will issue a ban on using cell phones during working hours to operating officers in Warta Dinas O/153. In the implementation of the O/153 official bulletin at Madiun Station, there are several problems, namely (1) limited coordination between the train travel control officer and the track inspector when there is a disturbance on the road because the walkie-talkie cannot reach, (2) the phenomenon of operational staff who is trying to break things, and (3) there are symptoms of stress, anxiety, or anxiety due to someone being away from a mobile phone, namely nomophobia (No Mobile Phone). Therefore, the author wants to examine the relationship between implementing official bulletins O/153 and the performance of operations officers at Madiun Station. Methods of data collection using questionnaires and data analysis using Spearman rank correlation. The research results obtained a correlation coefficient value of 0.432 and a significance value (2-tailed) of 0.024, less than 0.05. This means there is a relationship between the implementation of news service O/153 and the performance of operations officers at Madiun Station, with a moderately strong relationship and a positive direction.

A Linear Programming Method Based Optimal Power Flow Problem for Iraqi Extra High Voltage Grid (EHV)

The objective of an Optimal Power Flow (OPF) algorithm is to find steady state operation point which minimizes generation cost, loss etc. while maintaining an acceptable system performance in terms of limits on generators real and reactive powers, line flow limits etc. The OPF solution includes an objective function. A common objective function concerns the active power generation cost. A Linear programming method is proposed to solve the OPF problem. The Linear Programming (LP) approach transforms the nonlinear optimization problem into an iterative algorithm that in each iteration solves a linear optimization problem resulting from linearization both the objective function and constrains. A computer program, written in MATLAB environment, is developed to represent the proposed method. The adopted program is applied for the first time on Iraqi 24 bus Extra High Voltage (EHV) network (400 kV). The required are data taken from the operation and control office, which belongs to the ministry of electricity.

On the Concept and Basic Elements of Operational and Search Characteristics of Motor Vehicle Thefts Committed Within Organized Groups

The practical significance of the elements that make up the operational-investigative characteristics, as significant information for the disclosure and investigation of crimes, is extremely high, since without their knowledge and consideration it is impossible to solve crimes successfully. In connection with the intensive development in recent years of the doctrine of the operational-search characteristics of the crime, its role and place in the method of disclosure, the question of the place of circumstances that must be taken into account when disclosing certain types of crimes is particularly acute to this day. The presence of an operational-investigative characteristic as a set of the most significant facts and patterns of committing a crime is a necessary condition for the algorithmization of the actions of practical workers of operational units. Generalization and systematization of the most significant facts regarding crimes of this category will contribute to the improvement of law enforcement activities of operational officers. In this connection, the study of the operational-search characteristics of crimes is of practical and theoretical significance. This article discusses the points of view of scientists on the definition of the operational-search characteristics of crimes. In addition, the importance of theoretical knowledge of the essence of the operational-investigative characteristics and the relationship of its main elements, which serves to solve the problems of the operational units of the internal affairs bodies in solving crimes, is highlighted. The main elements of the operational-search characteristics of the vehicles’ thefts that caused damage on an especially large scale, committed by organized groups, are singled out. An assessment is made of the practical application of the awareness of law enforcement officers of the elements of the operational-search characteristics of the type of crimes under consideration. In addition, the article highlights and discusses the most priority elements and information about the crime.

ANALISIS PERAN UNIT OPERASIONAL PERUM AIRN NAVIGATION DALAM PELAYANAN LALU LINTAS UDARA UNTUK KESELAMATAN PENERBANGAN DI BANDAR UDARA ADI SOEMARMO SOLO

In order to create aviation work safety, the role of competent human resources is needed. Airnav Operations is one of the aviation security and safety personnel who is required to have a license who is given duties and responsibilities in aviation safety. The increase in the number of airlines today has led to the opening of routes or flight routes to various regions and abroad. So that a good air traffic service is needed to create security and safety for aviation transportation. Aviation air traffic services aim to expedite and maintain the flow of air traffic, preventing accidents on flights.&#x0D; This research is a qualitative type research. By conducting observations, interviews, and documentation with Airnav officers at the Solo branch of the Airnav Public Housing Office. This study aims to determine the role of Airnav officers and the obstacles they face in carrying out their duties. It is hoped that all officers will carry out their duties according to the SOP. Based on the results of the research, it shows that the role of Airnav operational officers is in accordance with the applicable SOPs, but there are still obstacles to be faced.

Strong surface winds in Storm Eunice. Part 1: storm overview and indications of sting jet activity from observations and model data

Strong surface winds in Storm <i>Eunice</i>. Part 1: storm overview and indications of sting jet activity from observations and model data

Implementasi Kebijakan Pelayanan 24/7 dalam Meningkatkan Pelayanan Pengguna Jasa pada Kantor Pengawasan dan Pelayanan Bea dan Cukai Tipe Madya Pabean Belawan

The issuance of Minister of Finance Decree Number 504/PMK.04/2009 on 24-Hour Customs Service and 7-Day Customs Office at Certain Ports accommodates customs services to facilitate importers or exporters in submitting customs documents in order to obtain service certainty so that imported or exported goods can be served. However, some obstacles related to 24/7 services were found which may cause user satisfaction to be less than optimal. This study aims to determine the implementation of the 24/7 Service Policy and the factors affecting its implementation at the Belawan Customs and Excise Supervision and Service Office in North Sumatra. The method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection conducted through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis techniques used are data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Based on the results of the study, it is known that the implementation of the 24/7 Service Policy in improving user services at the Belawan Customs and Excise Supervision and Service Office, North Sumatra, still needs improvement due to communication, resources, and bureaucratic structure that have not been running well, influenced by factors such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), widespread fragmentation, limited socialization, and officer competence. Meanwhile, the implementation is supported by disposition influenced by factors such as facilities, authority, and performance contracts.

Leveraging on intra- and inter-organizational collaboration in Industry 4.0 adoption for knowledge creation and innovation

PurposeThis paper aims to investigate the impact of Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies on knowledge creation for innovation purposes by assessing the relationships among the variety of I4.0 technologies adopted (breadth I4.0), the penetration of these technologies within the firm’s value chain activities (depth I4.0) and the mediating role of both internal (inter-functional (IF)) and external [with knowledge-intensive business services (KIBS)] collaborations in this process.Design/methodology/approachThe study employed a quantitative research design. By administering a survey to entrepreneurs, chief operation officers or managers in charge of the operational and technological processes of Italian manufacturing firms, the authors collected 137 useful questionnaires. To test this study's theoretical framework and hypotheses, the authors ran regression and mediation analyses.FindingsFirst, the results highlight the positive link between breadth I4.0 and depth I4.0. Moreover, the results show the key role played by increased collaboration among the firm’s business functions and by relationships with KIBS in creating knowledge to innovate processes and products when I4.0 technologies are adopted.Research limitations/implicationsThe variety of I4.0 technologies adopted enables a firm to use such technologies in various value chain activities. However, the penetration of I4.0 into the firm’s value chain activities (depth I4.0) does not per se directly imply the production of new knowledge, for which a firm needs internal collaboration among different business functions, in particular with the production area, or collaboration with external partners that favor I4.0 implementation, such as KIBS.Practical implicationsTo achieve innovation goals by creating new knowledge, especially in the manufacturing industries, firms should encourage internal and external collaboration when I4.0 technologies are adopted. Moreover, policy makers should not only consider fiscal incentives for the adoption of such technologies, but also encourage the building of networks between adopting firms and external actors.Originality/valueThe study is one of the first attempt that provides empirical evidence of how I4.0 enables the creation of knowledge to innovate processes and products, highlighting the relevance of collaboration both within the company and with external partners.

The limits of ‘professionalisation from above’: On the ‘re-professionalisation’ of street-level policing in England

The occupation of policing is in crisis. Criticism of police failings has created intense pressure for the traditional ‘occupational closure’ model of policing as a craft to be replaced by new ‘professional’ models associated with ‘evidence-based policing’, harm reduction, risk management and vulnerability. Various change initiatives have amounted to the ‘re-professionalisation’ of policing, whereby previous models of police professionalism based on craft, discretion and judgement have been abandoned and replaced by new protocols, guidelines and enhanced external scrutiny. This article explores how these changes are interpreted by operational police officers, using qualitative interviews and ethnographic fieldwork to explore officers’ application and understanding of the new requirements. Whereas some literature argues that ‘police culture’ remains largely unchanged, our data illustrate how officers’ daily routines are in a state of enforced flux. While there was some limited support for the rationale for change, officers were highly critical of the practical implementation of policing vulnerability, were sceptical of the new doctrine of ‘professionalism’, and resentful of new managerial controls and priorities. This does not amount to the stubborn persistence of a ‘reform-proof’ police culture. Rather, officers described substantial change to the everyday culture and practice of policing, in ways they regard as confused, self-defeating and unworkable. We argue that professionalisation imposed ‘from above’ via dogmatic managerial logic can have detrimental implications for occupations and the public they serve.

Interview: Steve MacBeth, MSC, MSM, CD, Chief Operating Officer, Team Rubicon Canada

Simon Wells interviewed Steve MacBeth on December 7th, 2022. Here is the transcript of their discussion.

Through the Eye of a Needle [From the Editor’s Desk

On 31 December 2022, Steve Welby resigned from his position as executive director and chief operating officer (COO) of IEEE. Welby came to IEEE in January 2018, after serving for one term in the Obama administration as U.S. assistant secretary of defense for research and engineering. When he arrived at IEEE headquarters, Welby signed on for a five-year term. When he left at the end of last year, Welby announced that he wanted to spend more time with his family while exploring career options. Steve didn’t spend much time exploring. After coming home to his family who never left the Washington DC area, he returned to government service. His LinkedIn profile shows in February of this year serves in a new position as Deputy Director, National Security, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Serving as IEEE Division II director and as a member of the IEEE Board of Directors from 2018 to 2020, I had an opportunity to directly engage with Steve during the four-day Board Series meetings held four times per year. I had a front row seat observing Steve. I believe Welby was a transformational leader for IEEE and a consummate professional. “Through the eye of a needle” is, of course, a metaphor for navigating through a very narrow opening. I learned this to be one of Steve’s special skills.

British Ornithologists Union: Janet Kear Union Medal

British Ornithologists Union: Janet Kear Union Medal

Психологические особенности профессиональной востребованности и мотивации сотрудников полиции

&lt;p style="text-align: justify;"&gt;The article considers the peculiarities of professional demand and motivational profile of the personality of employees of operational subdivisions and patrol-guard service of the police. The sample is represented by 89 employees of internal affairs bodies in age from 29 to 36 years, with the service experience of 2-3 years. Purpose of the study: to determine the influence of the specifics of service activity, motivation and social characteristics on the experience of professional demand for police officers. Methods: anonymous questionnaire of assessment of socio-psychological factors; methodology &amp;ldquo;Professional demand for personality&amp;rdquo; (E.V. Kharitonova, B.A. Yasko); questionnaire &amp;ldquo;Motivational profile&amp;rdquo; (S. Ritchie, P. Martin). As a result of the study it was found that the specifics of service activities of police officers and their motivation have a significant impact on the overall level of professional demand for personality and its individual components, as well as on the socio-psychological adaptation, &amp;ldquo;turnover&amp;rdquo; and psychological health of specialists. Operational unit officers differ from patrol officers (p &amp;le; 0,05) with a more harmonious profile of the professional demand for personality.&lt;/p&gt;

The Role of Apron Movement Control in Aircraft Parking Arrangements at El Tari Kupang Airport Parking Stand

Apron Movement Control (AMC) is a work unit that has the task and function of regulating and supervising order, safety, smoothness, and allocating parking stands or placing aircraft parking in the apron area. This study aims to find out how the role of AMC officers in arranging aircraft parking at the parking stand and find out what obstacles AMC officers face in arranging aircraft parking at the parking stand at El Tari Kupang Airport. This type of research is qualitative research. To obtain the results of this study using primary data sources and secondary data. Primary data are obtained directly by researchers through interviews, conservation. While secondary data is data obtained indirectly through documentation or activity report documents. After obtaining the necessary data, researchers will process the data into a discussion and make a conclusion and suggestion.Based on the results of research obtained by researchers that in flight operational activities AMC officers have a very important role in arranging aircraft parking at the parking stand because the security, smoothness and safety of aircraft in the apron area are the responsibility of AMC officers. To carry out duties and responsibilities in arranging aircraft parking at the parking stand, AMC officers must carry out in accordance with the applicable Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) in order to avoid the occurrence of something undesirable. And at Kupang El Tari Airport, there were obstacles experienced by AMC officers in carrying out their duties. So it needs to be considered so as not to interfere with flight operational activities, especially in arranging aircraft parking at the parking stand.