Organizational Activities Research Articles

Dilemmas of U.S. Decarbonization

This article investigates controversial relations between energy security and energy transition from fossil fuels to renewables that are observed in petroleum producing countries, since energy transition jeopardizes the long-term future of the oil and gas sector because it entails a gradual reduction in hydrocarbon production. This problem represents a serious challenge for all petroleum-producing countries, but this challenge is particularly serious in the United States, which recovered its former status of energy superpower due to the shale revolution. Simultaneously, it intends to become a global leader of energy transition under the presidency of Joe Biden. In general, the policy of oil companies’ decarbonization is influenced by a number of factors: government climate policy, activities of international organizations, attitudes of financial institutions, shareholders, investors, NGOs and consumers. While European oil companies feel quite a stable and consistent pressure from all these factors that force them to pursue a fairly radical decarbonization policy, the situation in the US is not that straightforward. On the one hand, government climate policy has recently sharply fluctuated, from Barak Obama to Donald Trump to Joe Biden, sending controversial messages to oil corporations. While currently decarbonization policy is a priority of Joe Biden’s administration, if Donald Trump wins the 2024 elections, the future of energy transition in the US might be challenged because he has always strongly focused on strengthening US energy security. On the other hand, the leading US oil companies through their lobbying efforts exert a significant influence on the government climate policy, seeking to ensure a long-term future of hydrocarbons and trying to find a balance between energy security and energy transition that would benefit them. They realize that it would be feasible for them to become leaders of the energy transition by adapting it to their strategic needs.

Analysis of the impact of human resources employees’ perceptions on the process of digital transformation

PurposeEmployees’ perceptions of digital transformation (DT) affect digital technology adoption and utilization. These attitudes, such as digital preparation or acceptance of digitization, are linked to personal and organisational resources. The goal is to assess employees’ impressions of (1) DT in general and (2) the organization’s DT efforts, focusing on how these efforts affect their field of activity and (3) their DT expectations.Design/methodology/approachUsing the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use Technology (UTAUT), a model was built and examined from three perspectives: demographic characteristics, employee views of DT and organisational activities in DT. We used semi-structured interviews with ten international HR employees to validate the model.FindingsBecause the IT company we studied has several digital technologies, global HR departments, and varied organisational contexts, we started with “purposive sampling”. The principal findings offer the model an extensive understanding of how demographic characteristics, employees’ views of digital transformation (DT), and organisational DT activities affect digital technology uptake and use expectations.Originality/valueThis research may help companies plan for HR department digital technology installation and use. The approach can enable further research on digital technology uptake in businesses and practical ways to meet employee expectations.

PARTICIPATION OF SENIORS IN CULTURE IN VIEW OF EMPIRICAL RESEARCH

The article presents the results of research on seniors' participation in culture, which are part of cross-sectional research on the style and quality of life of people aged 60+, conducted in 2024. The article discusses the results regarding individual participation in culture and participation in organized cultural activities at the local level. It discusses the level of activity of seniors, institutional and non-institutional actors organizing the cultural life of seniors, the roles played by older people in cultural events and their expectations.

Pemilihan Wisudawan Terbaik Menggunakan Sistem Pendukung Keputusan dengan Metode Profile Matching

The selection of the best graduate is an important process in the graduation ceremony to recognize students who have demonstrated outstanding academic and non-academic achievements during their studies. However, this process often faces challenges, particularly regarding the subjectivity and complexity of assessment. Therefore, a Decision Support System (DSS) is needed to assist in determining the best graduate objectively and transparently. The criteria used include academic achievements (GPA), involvement in organizational activities, non-academic achievements, attendance, and social contributions. Each criterion is weighted according to its level of importance. With the implementation of this DSS, it is hoped that the selection of the best graduate can be conducted more effectively, efficiently, and fairly. Testing results show that this system can provide accurate results that meet stakeholder expectations.

Barriers and facilitators for the use of telehealth by healthcare providers in India-A systematic review.

It is widely assumed that telehealth tools like mHealth (mobile health), telemedicine, and tele-education can supplement the efficiency of Healthcare Providers (HCPs). We conducted a systematic review of evidence on the barriers and facilitators associated with the use of telehealth by HCPs in India. A systematic literature search following a pre-registered protocol (https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/KQ3U9 [PROTOCOL DOI]) was conducted on PubMed. The search strategy, inclusion, and exclusion criteria were based on the World Health Organization's action framework on Human Resources for Health (HRH) and Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in India with a specific focus on telehealth tools. Eligible articles published in English from 1st January 2001 to 17th February 2022 were included. One hundred and six studies were included in the review. Of these, 53 studies (50%) involved mHealth interventions, 25 (23.6%) involved telemedicine interventions whereas the remaining 28 (26.4%) involved the use of tele-education interventions by HCPs in India. In each category, most of the studies followed a quantitative study design and were mostly published in the last 5 years. The study sites were more commonly present in states in south India. The facilitators and barriers related to each type of intervention were analyzed under the following sub-headings- 1) Human resource related, 2) Application related 3) Technical, and 4) Others. The interventions were most commonly used for improving the management of mental health, non-communicable diseases, and maternal and child health. The use of telehealth has not been uniformly studied in India. The facilitators and barriers to telehealth use need to be kept in mind while designing the intervention. Future studies should focus on looking at region-specific, intervention-specific, and health cadre-specific barriers and facilitators for the use of telehealth.

The influence and configuration effect of content characteristics on customer input in the context of short video platforms

PurposeThis study focuses on the influence of content characteristics on customer input on short video platforms (CISVP) and the mediating role of groundedness, fun and customer inspiration as well as the asymmetric relationships among these variables.Design/methodology/approachThis study used structural equation modeling (SEM) to test the research model. Then, fuzzy set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) was conducted to test the asymmetric relationships.FindingsSEM shows that content originality and relevance have a direct positive effect on CISVP. Groundedness and customer inspiration partially mediate the relationship between content relevance and CISVP, and customer inspiration also partially mediate the relationship between content originality and CISVP. However, the mediating effect of fun is not significant. FsQCA reveals three configurations for high levels of CISVP. Some fsQCA results align with the SEM results but also offer additional interesting findings.Originality/valueThis study makes an important contribution to the literature on interactive marketing, short video marketing and content marketing. It also contributes to the theory of groundedness, customer inspiration and fun. Furthermore, this study has implications for individual influencers, organizational actors and platforms to encourage more CISVP.

The Impact of Pressure on Risk Evaluation in Decision-Making: A Case Study of Three Major Accidents

Decision-making is critical in organizational and managerial activities, and stress is an important factor influencing decision-making. This study examines how stress affects risk assessment and decision-making by analyzing three major accident cases (the Fukuchiyama Line derailment, the NASA Challenger STS-51L accident, and Boeing 737 Max 8 design problems). In the Fukuchiyama Line accident, the driver ignored the risk of speeding the train for fear of company penalties. In the Challenger accident, NASA ignored the risk of a leaking O-ring due to political, media, and internal cultural pressures. In the Boeing 737 Max 8 accident, Boeing ignored potential risks in the design of the MCAS system and a single sensor in an effort to catch up with competitor Airbus. This study points out that pressure can lead decision makers to ignore risks with disastrous consequences and suggests that the quality of decision making can be improved by information gathering, seeking expert advice and taking known issues seriously.

Cadets’ Self-Government as a Factor of Future Officers’ Organizational Culture Formation

The article deals with substantiation of the role of cadets’ self-government in the formation of future officers’ organizational culture at a higher military educational institution. The organizational culture is defined as a complex of norms, values, and beliefs and consider it to be an important component of the officers’ professional culture and, at the same time, a factor of the future officers’ personal development during their professional training and independent professional activity as well. The main characteristics of the future officers’ organizational culture, three components in the structure of future officers’ organizational culture (culture of self-organization, culture of subordinate personnel organization, culture of interpersonal interaction organization) have been defined. Based on the identified components in the structure of future officers’ organizational culture, we have identified the criteria for its formation (cognitive, activity, personal), which are specified in a set of relevant indicators. The pedagogical conditions of future officers’ organizational culture formation with the use of cadets’ self-government in higher military educational institutions have been determined: ensuring the gradual involving of cadets in different forms of extra-our educational activities; involving cadets in organizational activities in the framework of the program "Young Leader School", which provides the formation of professionally oriented personal background in the organizational culture formation. The study concluded that organizational culture is an essential component of the professionalism of a future officer, which largely determined the success of the professional tasks implementation; cadets’ self-government has a significant potential in the context of forming the organizational culture of future officers, and its capabilities should be actively used to form the organizational culture of cadets.

Основные направления совершенствования диабетологической помощи в условиях поликлиники (по результатам социологического исследования).

A sociological assessment of satisfaction with outpatient care for patients with diabetes mellitus in the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania was carried out. The results of the study make it possible to identify the main problems faced by patients at the primary health care level and identify possible ways to level them. The purpose of the study: to assess the satisfaction of patients with diabetes mellitus with the quality of medical care provided in outpatient settings. Materials and methods. The questionnaires of 450 patients with diabetes mellitus, urban (66%) and rural (34%) residents were analyzed. Of these, 45% are men and 55% are women aged 39–59 years (39.0%), 60–79 years (36.0%), over 80 years (6.0%). The questionnaire included 12 questions on various aspects of the clinic’s activities. Data processing and analysis were performed using the IBM SPSS Statistics 27.0.1 software and analytical complex. Results. A study of the satisfaction of patients with diabetes mellitus with outpatient medical care has revealed a number of organizational and medical problems. The regularity of visits to the endocrinologist by patients is one of their main conditions for the effectiveness of therapeutic and preventive measures and dispensary supervision. A fairly high percentage (72%) visit the clinic from 2 to 5 times a year. It is alarming that 28% of patients visit an endocrinologist only once a year, which is a sign of low adherence to treatment on the part of patients. Rural residents visit an endocrinologist less often than urban residents. Young people are more often dissatisfied with the time that the doctor spends at the reception and more often face rude treatment from the medical staff. The comorbidity of diabetes mellitus requires the provision of high-quality medical care in accordance with the expectations of patients, which is provided with logistical equipment and staffing Conclusion. The results obtained are an indicator of the quality of medical care and indicate the presence of problem areas in the activities of medical organizations providing outpatient care to patients with diabetes mellitus. Special attention should be paid to the organization of dispensary follow-up in order to reduce the risks of developing complications of the disease. It is necessary to increase the availability of primary health care by making appropriate management decisions at the level of regional health authorities.

Особенности организации оказания медицинской помощи в частных медицинских организациях дерматологического профиля.

The population’s need for dermatological care requires the creation of a new level of organization of medical care based on medical information systems capable of improving the activities of private medical organizations and improving the quality of services provided in the dermatological profile. Purpose of the study is to reveal the features and directions of the formation of high–quality dermatological care in private medical organizations. Materials and methods. In the process of achieving this goal, statistical data, legislation, and the medical information system were studied. Methods of observation, generalization, comparison, grouping, and data analysis were used. Subject. An algorithm for organizing dermatological medical care, focused on improving quality through the introduction of a narrowly specialized medical information system. Results. The basic algorithms for the implementation of a medical information system for a private clinic of a dermatological profile based on the construction of a scheme of medical and social characteristics of dermatological diseases and focused on nosological forms of the most common etiologies are proposed. A distinctive feature of the organization of the provision of medical services by private dermatological clinics is the quality, which allows not only to provide a highly effective service to the population, but also to gain a competitive advantage in the market. In the process of development and implementation, the basic principles of an information system focused on achieving the set goals were determined. The version of the medical information system implemented in practice, based on the research materials, made it possible to integrate. Conclusion. The specific features of the implementation of a narrowly specialized medical information system in private medical organizations are determined. Directions of improvement have been formed within the framework of the state implementation of a common electronic database of patients through EGISZ.

Simulated microgravity environment inhibits matrix mineralization during the osteoblast to osteocyte differentiation

This study investigates the effects of microgravity on the differentiation and mineralization of IDG-SW3 osteocyte-like cells to understand the response of bone cells to microgravity and develop strategies to mitigate bone loss in astronauts. IDG-SW3 cells were cultured in collagen-coated dishes and subjected to a 3D clinostat to simulate microgravity 14 days after initiating differentiation. The static group remained under normal gravity. Cells were analyzed on days 14, 18, 22, and 26. Alizarin red staining demonstrated a substantial and time-dependent increase in mineralization in the static group, whereas the microgravity group exhibited little detectable mineralization throughout the experimental period. Quantitative RT-PCR revealed significant upregulation of Rankl, Alpl, Dmp1, and Fgf23 and downregulation of Sost and Phex in the microgravity group. RNA sequencing on day 26 showed distinct gene expression profiles between conditions. Heatmaps highlighted upregulated genes (Ptgs2, Alpl, Comp, Atf4, Lox) and downregulated genes (Rspo2, Ank, Ptn, Mmp13, Aspn, Spp1) under microgravity. Gene ontology (GO) enrichment analysis indicated that upregulated genes were associated with cytoskeletal organization and receptor activities, while downregulated genes were linked to extracellular matrix components and immune response. These findings provide insights into the molecular mechanisms of bone loss in space and emphasize the importance of gravity in bone remodeling. Future studies should validate these genes' functions in osteocyte biology under microgravity.

How breakthrough innovations develop in an organization with logic multiplicity: A multiple case study of a healthcare organization in China

Despite recognizing the strategic importance of breakthrough innovations (BIs) and changing organizational landscapes toward multifaceted values, the question of how BIs emerge and develop in organizations that exhibit multifaceted value logics remains largely unanswered. To address this gap, we investigate the underlying rationale (i.e. logic interplay) of the organizational mechanisms that contribute to the emergence and development of BI practices under logic multiplicity from the perspective of institutional logic. By conducting in-depth case studies of three breakthrough innovation projects in the context of a prominent Chinese healthcare organization that is characterized by the presence of multiple logics, we identify a process model for BI development under logic multiplicity. The model contains three sequential mechanisms associated with logic interplay—logic-bridging, logic-harmonizing, and logic-tilting—that subsequently contribute to specific BI practices across different stages of the BI development process. Our process model illustrates how organizations with multiple logics facilitate the evolution of BIs, emphasizes the interplay and coevolution of diverse logics and highlights the agency of organizational actors in this context.

How the establishment of community organizations can help improve newly resettled residential sites: A case study from the post-tsunami disaster in Japan

Establishing community organizations at newly resettled residential sites after a disaster is crucial because the management of the living environment and social communication are highly dependent on it, and are linked to social capital. However, depending on how people decide and choose to live, newly resettled residential sites influence the establishment of community organizations, namely, residents’ associations (RAs), in Japan. This study aims to understand these processes, including the successes and difficulties people have experienced before and after settling in their new homes. Interview surveys were conducted with residents and local government officials in charge of residential planning, community establishment, and the support division. Additionally, questionnaire surveys were conducted at three study sites. Consequently, some newly resettled sites were able to have a discussion when selecting the potential resettled sites; most people were essentially from the same original sites, were neighbors, and lived in the same temporary houses where they had already built up bonding social capital. These people established a core group and were able to coordinate with locally elected prefectural or city council members to reach out to city planners to participate in several decision-making processes for the newly resettled sites and houses, which link social capital. However, in some communities, people were gathered from different areas for many reasons, such as losing lottery selections at other sites, preferably selecting a location far away from the seashore, preferring to live with pets, and disadvantaged people who were not able to respond in a timely manner to lottery selection. In these areas, people had more difficulties establishing a new community organization because they had difficulty establishing bonds. Moreover, since this group of people is not able to participate in the decision-making stage of newly resettled sites, selection, and building-type planning, they are simply accepted as planned, which means that they lack both bonding and linking social capital. Each new settlement has different houses and residents, making it unique. Encouraging and recognizing community organization activities and the core group built up in the community must be involved from the very early stages of settlement planning. Both bonding and linking social capital are necessary for a smooth settlement plan. Since establishing RAs can help improve their living environment and plays an important role, consideration needs to be given when a new resettlement site is planned, involving a core group that knows each other to smooth the process.

The Impact of Stakeholder Communication and Coordination on Project Outcome

Stakeholder communication and coordination are crucial for project success. Effective communication keeps stakeholders informed about project progress, promoting openness and trust. Coordination allocates tasks and resources, preventing misunderstandings and enhancing decision- making. Poor engagement can lead to misunderstandings, rework, and missed deadlines. The impact of communication on project quality, highlighting that it goes beyond time, money, and quality standards, requiring stakeholder satisfaction. Effective stakeholder communication significantly influences project success in complex construction projects, reducing failure rates due to inadequate communication. Stakeholder conflicts in construction often arise from conflicting interests, leading to reworks, disputes, and cost overruns. Effective involvement of stakeholders during pre-construction stages is crucial, as demonstrated in Malaysia and New Zealand case studies. the importance of clear project scope and effective internal communication in enhancing project success, cost, and schedule performance among stakeholders. A survey of Turkish overseas stakeholders revealed that communication barriers negatively impact stakeholder management (SMP), while communication behaviours and strategies positively correlate with SMP. Effective communication is crucial for successful international project management. The construction failure factors (CFFs) and stakeholder coordination performance in high-rise building projects are linked, with consultants' lack of capability, overlapping construction sequences, and contractors' lack of experience being the most significant CFFs. Stakeholder involvement is crucial for infrastructure project success. Interviews with professionals reveal organizational characteristics, activities, and success factors. A framework model identifies three management levels and project success degrees. Effective communication and stakeholder coordination are crucial for successful construction projects, ensuring efficiency, clarity, and teamwork across all stages, reducing misunderstandings and promoting trust. Key Words: stakeholder, communication, project, time, qualitative.

An Empirical Study of Key Strategy Factors of Diversity and Inclusion and its Impact on Employees performance in ITES Sector

In this research study the researcher indentify the factors of key strategies of diversity and inclusion at the workplace which significantly enhance the organizational activities such as Leadership Commitment, Training and Education, Inclusive, Policies, Flexible Work Arrangements, Regular Feedback, Diverse Recruitment, Employee Resource Group, Accountability and Measurement. The researcher used the 400 data sample based on the structured questionnaire from the various ITES sectors at different level of employees. This research study is designed with the help of primary and secondary data which are collected through the different research articles and structured questionnaires. For data analysis and interpretation researcher used the SPSS software and Chi-square hypothesis testing tool to test the hypothesis at 0.05 significant levels. The statistical analysis shows that Strongly Disagree 3.8% ,Disagree 11.3% , Neutral 8.8%, Agree 33.0%, Strongly Agree 41.5% are supported to the key strategies for diversity and inclusion at the workplace which significantly enhance the organizational activities. The probability of statistics P-Value is 0.000 which is less than 0.05 significant levels, so the null hypothesis is rejected and result is significant. At this level the researcher concluded that attributes of key strategies for diversity and inclusion at the workplace which significantly enhance the organizational activities.

The role of organizational ambidexterity and frugal innovation in enhancing circular supply chains: The effect of artificial intelligence capabilities

Integrating circular economy practices into supply chains is hailed as an effective pathway towards addressing pollution and resource depletion. However, implementing circular supply chains (CSCs) requires major shifts in current organizations' systems, processes, and competencies. Therefore, the successful implementation of CSCs depends largely on organizations' innovative and adaptive activities and capabilities; however, the role of such in the implementation of CSCs has largely been overlooked in the extant literature. To address this, this study investigates the impact of organizational ambidexterity activities (exploration and exploitation) on frugal innovation and, in turn, on the CSC. The study further examines the moderating role of artificial intelligence capabilities regarding the impact of frugal innovation on CSCs. We carried out a structured survey of textile manufacturing firms operating in Jordan, from which we gained 210 responses. The responses were analyzed using the SmartPLS software suite to assess the veracity of the measurement and test the hypothesized relationships. The analysis demonstrated that organizational ambidexterity activities (i.e., exploration and exploitation) positively influence frugal innovation. Additionally, the analysis uncovered that frugal innovation exerts a positive impact on the CSC, which is further enhanced when firm develop artificial intelligence capabilities. This provides valuable insights into the theoretical discourse and managerial practice on innovation and supply chain management.

Lithuania’s Liberation Movement in the West in the Seventh Decade of the 20th Century: A New Generation Came Forth

The article reviews the political activities of the main Lithuanian liberation organisations in the West in the 1960s – the Lithuanian American Council, the Supreme Committee for the Liberation of Lithuania, the Committee for a Free Lithuania, and the Lithuanian World Community. During this period, relations between the West and the East softened and the status quo seemed to be settling in Eastern Europe. However, the Lithuanian diaspora, the free Lithuanian people, continued to strengthen the movement for the liberation of Lithuania by uniting the political forces of all the Baltic diaspora through concrete actions.

Evolution of commitment theory: global approaches

Commitment is a fundamental aspect of interpersonal relationships that is actively studied across various fields of psychology. This article explores the origins of the phenomenon of commitment within different scientific psychological paradigms, specifically: general psychology, organizational psychology, and economic psychology. Through a theoretical analysis of relevant literature, we compare how these disciplines conceptualize the phenomenon of commitment. In the general psychological perspective, the subjects and objects of study are individuals or groups, with commitment manifesting as either unilateral or reciprocal. In contrast, organizational and economic psychology focus primarily on individuals or groups as subjects, while the objects include economic organizations, their divisions, trademarks, goods, services, consumer habits, and ideas. Commitment plays a crucial role in stabilizing interpersonal relationships, enabling individuals to be predictable for one another and fulfill their responsibilities even when faced with better alternatives or challenging circumstances. In organizational psychology, commitment contributes to employees' positive attitudes toward their employers (organization), reduces staff turnover, and can enhance the efficiency of an organization's economic activities. While the classical concept of commitment is rarely employed in economic psychology and behavioral economics, the term is often applied to brands, companies, products, and services. This interpretation is viewed as a critical factor in establishing long-term, mutually beneficial relationships between economic entities. The article underscores the significance of examining commitment from various psychological perspectives to develop effective strategies for managing interpersonal relationships. Additionally, it considers avenues for future research, including the exploration of cross-cultural differences in commitment formation mechanisms, the stages and characteristics of developing a sense of commitment throughout a person’s ontological development, as well as the relationships, similarities, and differences in the commitment and loyalty of customers across various organizations in their consumer behavior

From an Ideal Village to a Cultural Landscape: Rediscovering People’s Commune Heritage

As an important ideal social practice in world history, the people’s commune system and its organized architectural activities took the first step in promoting rural modernization in modern China and had a significant impact on the built environment of urban and rural areas. This study aims to discuss how to view the legacy of rural people’s communes in service of contemporary society. Taking the Weixing Commune, which was the earliest established commune in China in 1958, as an example, through a comparative study of relevant planning and construction archives and the literature, combined with onsite investigations and through the perspective of the cultural landscape, this study delves into the history of local rural construction and sorts out the types, specific compositions, and value elements of the commune’s remains from four dimensions: environment, industry, architecture, and memory. The heritage of the people’s commune is unique. It was a comprehensive transformation of land to farmland, water conservancy, and other natural environmental patterns carried out by residents and related professionals to realize the ideal life of socialism and ultimately resulted in the shaping of a unique type of cultural landscape, presenting the coexistence of political landscapes that hold ideals and vernacular landscapes that carry life.

Manajemen Pondok Pesantren dalam Meningkatkan Kompetensi Santri di Madrasah Bertaraf Internasional Amanatul Ummah Pacet Mojokerto

The results of the research show that 1) Islamic boarding school management planning in improving the competency of students, namely starting from the planning, implementation and management evaluation stages which started from the beginning of the year activities to the end of year activities, namely teacher work meeting activities which included all the elements in MBI Amanatul The ummah of functionary teachers, security guards, sweepers and so on are involved. 2) Implementation of Islamic Boarding Schools in improving the competency of santri, there are daily programs, various extracurricular and organizational activities are handled seriously so that many santri graduates become leaders at universities (such as the President of BEM, head of UKM) and there are reminders of the 7 keys to success that are always upheld. 3) Obstacles and solutions in improving the competency of students, namely the presence of teachers and asatidz, not all of whom live in Islamic boarding schools or in the surrounding area. The solution provided by the institution is the existence of adequate transportation facilities to pick up and pick up teachers and their Asatidz.