Adoption Of Practices Research Articles

Challenges in Teledermoscopy Diagnostic Outcome Studies: Scoping Review of Heterogeneous Study Characteristics.

Teledermoscopy has demonstrated benefits such as decreased costs and enhanced access to dermatology care for skin cancer detection. However, the heterogeneity among teledermoscopy studies hinders the systematic reviews' synopsis of diagnostic outcomes, impeding trust and adoption in general practice and limiting overall health care benefits. This study aims to improve understanding and standardization of teledermoscopy diagnostic studies, by identifying and categorizing study characteristics contributing to heterogeneity. Subsequently, the variability and consistency of these characteristics were assessed. A review of systematic reviews regarding the diagnostic outcomes of teledermoscopy was performed to discern reported study characteristics contributing to heterogeneity. These characteristics were thematically grouped into 3 domains (population, index test, and reference standard), forming a data extraction framework. A scoping review on teledermoscopy diagnostic outcomes studies was performed, guided by the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) checklist. Data pertaining to study characteristics from included studies were extracted and analyzed through descriptive content analysis. Systematic reviews' reference lists validated the scoping review query. The literature search yielded 4 systematic reviews, revealing 15 heterogeneous studies across the population, index test, and reference standard domains. The scoping review identified 49 studies, with 27 overlapping with the systematic reviews. Population characteristics varied, with one-third (16/49, 33%) of studies reporting fewer than 100 samples; most studies (41/49, 84%) reported on the type of lesion, and most (20/49, 41%) teledermoscopy consultations took place in secondary care. One-fifth (11/49, 22%) did not describe inclusion or exclusion criteria, or the criteria varied highly. Index test characteristics showed differences in clinical expertise, profession, and training in dermatoscopic photography, and 59% (29/49) did not report on 1 or more index test characteristics. Image quality and clinical information reporting likewise varied. Reference standard characteristics involved teledermatologists' assessment, but 16 studies did not report teledermatologists' experience levels. Most studies (26/49, 53%) used histopathology as a gold standard. The heterogeneity in the population, index tests, and reference standard domains across teledermoscopy diagnostic outcome studies underscores the need for standardized reporting. This hinders the synopsis of teledermoscopy diagnostic outcomes in systematic reviews and limits the integration of research results into practice. Adopting a (tailored) STARD (Standards for Reporting Diagnostic Accuracy Studies) checklist for teledermoscopy diagnostic outcome studies is recommended to enhance the consistency and comparability of outcomes. We suggest performing a Delphi study to gather consensus on the tailored STARD guideline.

Geographical and organised proximities influencing circular economy practices: the closer partners, the better?

ABSTRACT Research argues that the proximity between firms represents an important determinant of their adoption of circular economy practices. However, several shortcomings remain: (1) extant studies do not explicitly examine the role of proximity between firms, but rather study the importance of inter-organisational cooperation; (2) some exclusively investigate geographical proximity, but focus on specific context through case studies, leading to a lack of generalisable and robust evidence; and (3) the role of organised proximity remains largely unexplored. In this paper, we address those issues by relying on data from an original survey of 1000 firms in the chemistry sector in France.

Data analytics-driven innovation: UTAUT model perspectives for advancing healthcare social work

In today’s dynamic and increasingly complex healthcare landscape, leveraging data analytics in decision-making processes has become indispensable for fostering innovation and enabling more effective, data-driven approaches to healthcare delivery. This study explores the factors influencing the adoption of data analytics techniques in healthcare social work practice. It is guided by the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model and is aligned with key principles of open innovation dynamics. The analysis, conducted through binary logistic regression, revealed that facilitating conditions, effort expectancy, and self-efficacy are the most influential predictors of healthcare social workers’ intention to adopt data analytics. This underscores the critical role of organizational support, perceived ease of use, and individual confidence in fostering the adoption of innovative data-driven practices within healthcare social work. The results also indicate that social influence has a limited impact on shaping adoption decisions. The study’s findings have significant practical implications for healthcare decision-makers, social workers, and other stakeholders aiming to advance service delivery and improve patient outcomes through innovative data-driven solutions.

External Factors Influencing the Implementation of Policy, System, and Environmental Change Strategies Within Cooperative Extension.

Introduction. Multilevel approaches are important to promote the adoption of healthier practices at the individual and community levels. Cooperative Extension pairs policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change approaches with direct education programs focused on individual and community health. This study sought to understand Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Extension agents' perceptions of PSE change supports, benefits for their communities, and resources and partnerships important for implementation. Method. The Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research was used to develop a survey to assess outer setting domains related to PSE work. In addition to close-ended questions, the survey included several open-ended, qualitative questions exploring the benefits, resources, and relationships required to implement PSE changes. The surveys were collected online from FCS agents in two states. Descriptive statistics were calculated, open responses were coded, and key themes were established. Results. FCS agents (n=116) indicated high levels of agreement about having necessary support from state-level specialists (71%) and the overall Extension organization (64%). The largest gaps in support were reported as grant or external funding sources, time, and county programming funds. Half of the sample agreed that PSE training was adequate, but only 38.5% reported previously participating in PSE-specific training. Open-ended question responses revealed diverse relationships and numerous benefits of PSE work, including more sustainable health behavior changes and greater local Extension visibility. Discussion. Our findings corroborate previous work and identify potential gaps that future interventions can address to better support Extension and public health professionals when implementing PSE work at the community level.

Constraints Faced by the Farmers in Utilizing Raitha Samparka Kendras (RSKs): An Extension Services

A survey of 210 farmers in Haveri district, Karnataka, was undertaken to investigate the constraints they encountered in utilizing the extension services provided by the Department of Agriculture during 2018-19. The constraints encountered by farmers were categorized into five major categories. The study revealed that, in terms of information services, over two-thirds (71.90%) of the farmers reported a lack of available extension workers in their offices and irregular visits to villages and fields. This indicates a significant gap in the availability and accessibility of information resources for farmers. Majority of the farmers (73.33%) reported that time constraints prevented them from participating in extension activities offered by RSKs, followed by more than half (58.57%) of the respondents who expressed that the location of extension activities was inconvenient. Regarding input services availed by farmers 70.00 per cent of farmers expressed non availability of required inputs (variety, chemical). Additionally, over three-quarters of farmers expressed dissatisfaction with the distance between their villages and Rural Service Centers (RSKs), making it difficult to access diagnostic services and technical support. Regarding developmental activities, a significant number of farmers, 77.14 per cent, reported delays in the construction of Krishi-Honda (agricultural machinery). Additionally, over two-thirds of farmers expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of access to drip and sprinkler irrigation sets for all categories of farmers. These constraints hinder the adoption of modern agricultural practices and limit the potential for increased productivity and income.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Consumer Behavior: Trends Towards Conscious Consumption

Objectives: This study aims to investigate how ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) contributes to consumer behavior so that they have conscious consumption trends and how ESG can define patters of consumer behavior and trend positively in the behavior relationship of consumption. Theoretical Framework: Contributes to the mapping of the evolution, quantity and journals that published the list of search strings from 2014 to 2024. Method: This qualitative study is a Systematic Literature Review that used Parsifal® Software for the process of choosing and refining articles, which resulted in 81 articles as a final sample. The databases consulted were Web of Science and Scopus accessed on March 5, 2024. “ESG and Sustainable”, “ESG and consumer behavior” and “ESG and conscious consumption” were used as search strings. Results and Discussion: Positive relationships are evident between ESG and consumer behavior for conscious consumption trends, when choosing products and/or services. The implementation of ESG in the company's business can improve the relationship with consumers of its product or service and lead to robust, conscious and lasting behavior. Research Implications: Contributes to the benefits, pillars and how to adopt conscious consumption, in addition to highlighting the relationships between ESG and conscious consumption and the influence of these factors to define consumer behavior patterns. Originality/Value: This study stands out for analyzing the relationship between the adoption of ESG standards and practices and verifying the trend towards conscious consumption arising from the adoption of ESG practices.

ASSESSING FOOD SAFETY AWARENESS AND PRACTICES AMONG STREET FOOD VENDORS IN KATSINA STATE, NORTH WESTERN NIGERIA

Food safety is a critical global issue, with contaminated food posing serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations such as children under five, the elderly, and the sick. This study examined food safety practices among street food vendors in major towns of Katsina State. Using structured questionnaires and a multi-stage sampling technique, data were collected from a total of 316 street food vendors to assess vendors' awareness and adoption of food safety measures. Descriptive statistics and traffic light model were used to analyse the data. While vendors demonstrated high awareness of basic hygiene practices like washing utensils and avoiding work when ill, the adoption of other crucial practices, such as using hand gloves and maintaining clean selling locations, was found to be low. This gap between awareness and practice highlights the need for targeted interventions, including training programs and public awareness campaigns, to bridge the knowledge-behaviour gap. The traffic light model categorized food safety risk to levels, revealing that many vendors operate at high to moderate risk levels. These findings underscore the importance of continuous monitoring, feedback, and enforcement of food safety regulations. Recommendations include enhancing access to resources, providing incentives for good practices, and implementing regular health and safety audits. This can significantly reduce foodborne illnesses, ensuring safer food consumption, and supporting national health and economic development through safer trade and tourism activities. This study contributes to the on-going discourse on food safety in developing regions and highlights critical areas for policy and practical interventions to safeguard public health.

Analysis of Local Innovation Productivity Agents Within Micro and Small Businesses in The Trade, Industry and Services Segments of The Federal District

Objective: To analyze the effects of the Local Innovation Agent – ​​Productivity program on the adoption of innovative practices and its impacts on the productivity of small businesses monitored in the Federal District in 2023. Theoretical Framework: Innovation is a central element for economic development, a strategy to make companies efficient and competitive in the markets in which they operate, through various types of changes in management and production processes, with results that impact productivity and commercial performance. Method: This research adopted a quantitative-exploratory approach based on the ALI Management System database, which uses the Innovation Radar tool to measure the impact on SMEs and bibliographic research focused on the culture of innovation in organizations. Results and Discussion: The results obtained revealed that the companies monitored during the program generally improved their scores in the dimensions analyzed. The results demonstrate that the commerce, industry and services sectors have different impacts and that innovation is still a topic that requires support and access for small businesses. Research Implications: The data collected in this study show the effectiveness of the Local Innovation Agent Program - Productivity in inducing the adoption of innovative practices by small businesses. It is a fact that by adopting measures to monitor entrepreneurs, it is possible to encourage reflection on the part of managers of these businesses so that they prioritize innovative measures that assist and result in business management capable of facing the adversities of market competition. Originality/Value: This study is valuable for analyzing the effectiveness of public innovation policies, with a focus on small businesses. It is clear that other studies are needed to compare results from different territories to better understand the needs of small businesses.

Empowering Communities through Citizen Science: Dengue Prevention in Córdoba.

Traditional mosquito vector control methods have proved ineffective in controlling the spread of dengue fever. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of community engagement through student-led science in promoting dengue prevention and socioecological factors in the temperate urban city of Córdoba, Argentina. It assesses community perceptions, knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices regarding dengue fever and its vector. Results showed a significant increase in knowledge about the vector and the disease and respondents' adoption of good preventive practices. Student-led science was identified as a valuable tool for reaching households and leading to behavior changes at home. Furthermore, the findings highlighted the need for school programs to address vector biology and vector-borne disease prevention all year round. This study provides invaluable insights into the effectiveness of community engagement through student-led science to promote dengue prevention and socioecological factors. The findings suggest that this approach could be used to control the spread in other regions affected by the disease.

Green Sourcing: Supplier Assessment and Selection Practices across Industries

Background: Over the last years, the assessment and selection of suppliers, based on the environmental performance of their products/services and their operations, has reached paramount importance and attracted the interest of many researchers and practitioners. Based on the prevailing perspective of supplier selection as a purely decision-making problem, this interest has been channeled towards the development of decision-support methods and tools. Other broader issues, such as whether there are converging or diverging green supplier evaluation and selection organizational processes across industries has not been addressed. Methods: Here, for the first time, we address this question by adopting a systems perspective and by considering green supplier evaluation and selection as an organizational sub-process of the broader sourcing process. We use activity theory to represent green supplier evaluation and selection as two interconnected activities, each comprising a set of organizational practices. Based on this representation, we developed a research instrument to carry out empirical research in a sample of 80 companies from five industries (pharmaceuticals, food processing, aquaculture, construction materials, waste management and recycling) in Greece. Results: The results of the survey suggest that green supplier evaluation and selection practices do not fully converge, but there are differences across industries. Conclusions: The cultural and historical context of industries influences the adoption of specific environmental supplier evaluation and selection practices.

Recent Noteworthy Studies in Thoracic Oncology.

In this paper, we review recent prospective surgical studies on resectable esophageal and lung cancer. A narrative literature review was performed using the terms 'resectable esophageal cancer' and 'multimodal therapy' and 'resectable non-small cell lung cancer'. Prospective surgical trials performed from 2010 to 2023 were identified and analyzed. gov was queried for ongoing studies. The studies on esophageal cancer demonstrate the benefits of neoadjuvant chemoradiation, compared with surgery alone, and the emerging role of immunotherapy as part of induction and adjuvant treatment protocols. The selected studies on lung cancer demonstrate the evolving role of sublobar resection for patients with peripheral node-negative clinical stage IA1 disease and the developing role of neoadjuvant and adjuvant immunotherapy for patients with stage II-IIIA disease. The methods of treating patients with resectable esophageal or lung cancer are changing. Efforts to limit patient morbidity and optimize tumor treatment before surgery are increasingly being pursued and these approaches will likely continue to evolve as tumor biology and long-term pharmacologic mechanisms of action become clearer. Personalized medicine strategies that are based on tumor characteristics and the host genetic profile remain on the horizon, not yet ready for adoption in routine clinical practice.

Perceptions and practices of L2 teachers in metacognitive oracy instruction: A longitudinal case study

This embedded single-case study investigates four secondary school L2 teachers’ perceptions of metacognitive oracy instruction (MOI) over a two-year Design-Based Research (DBR) project and examines the effects of the project on their declared practices almost a year after its completion. Questionnaires, learner notes, and interviews to the double were used to collect data. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, content analysis, and thematic analysis. The results indicate that the DBR project had an overall positive effect on three of the four teachers’ perceptions of MOI. The study also found a link between the teachers’ perceptions of MOI and their self-reported implementation in practice. The findings highlight difficulties teachers face in developing metacognitive practices, even when they believe in their efficacy and intend to implement them. The study offers insights into language teachers’ adoption of metacognitive practices through DBR and can serve to inform teacher educators and researchers.

Educational Attainment on the Production of Organic Fertilizer and Botanical Pesticides in Gumawang, Central Java, Indonesia: A Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Number 2

<p>The successful implementation of organic farming practices often hinges on factors beyond mere technological innovation, with socio-economic and educational variables playing crucial roles, especially in Gumawang, Central Java. This study aimed to provide insights into how educational interventions can contribute to achieving sustainable development goal (SDG) number 2 in rural communities in Gumawang, Central Java, Indonesia. The research investigates the relationship between education levels and the adoption of sustainable agriculture practices using a mixed-methods approach, which includes surveys, interviews, and observations. The results indicate a notable association between elevated educational attainment and the adoption of organic farming methodologies, encompassing the utilization of eco-friendly fertilizers and pesticides. Moreover, the research examines the significance of education in augmenting farmers’ understanding, competencies, and consciousness regarding sustainable agricultural methodologies, consequently making a valuable contribution to food security, environmental conservation, and rural advancement. The findings highlight the significance of educational interventions in promoting sustainable agriculture and furthering the sustainable SDGs, especially in rural communities such as Gumawang.</p>

Avoiding siloed approaches: Integrating psychological insights into sustainable farming.

This study enhances our understanding of the psychological factors influencing farmers' adoption of sustainable farming practices, specifically those related to achieving NetZero emissions. It achieves this by integrating various psychological theories with practical farming methods within the context of Behavioral-Adoption and Purpose-Driven contexts. The research consisted of two studies. Study 1 employed Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) to analyze responses from 438 UK farmers regarding their attitudes toward a series of Net Zero policy commitments, drawing on psychological theories including the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology, the Theory of Planned Behavior, the Prototype Willingness Model, Implementation Intentions, Self-Determination Theory, Eudaimonia, and the Integrated Model of Health Literacy. The findings revealed a new Integrated Motivation Model for Sustainable Farming that comprises seven factors: Agricultural Commitment and Stewardship, Sustainable Farming Readiness and Confidence, Sustainable Incentive Engagement and Acceptance, Climate Adaptation Competence and Confidence, Net Zero Accountability and Reporting Commitment, Community Influence and Commitment in Sustainable Farming, and Innovation and Technological Competence. Study 2 validated these factors through the development of a 21-item Integrated Motivation Model for Sustainable Farming scale and use of Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) to confirm the 7-factor structure using a subsample of 418 UK farmers from Study 1 and an additional 230 US farmers. Furthermore, Study 2 tested the concurrent validity of the new scale by demonstrating significant associations with reported sustainable farming behaviors. These findings underscore the complex interplay of motivational, cognitive, and social processes influencing sustainable farming practices. The integrated psychological model developed through this research provides parsimonious and valuable insights for policymakers to foster sustainable practices in farming effectively. The confirmation of this model across farming populations enhances its generalizability and potential to guide targeted interventions aimed at achieving behavioral change in pursuit of Net Zero targets in agriculture.

Public-Private Partnerships in Supply Chain Resilience

Purpose: This study examines the importance of PPPs in supply chain resilience, particularly their collaboration with the example of Microsoft and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). More notably, the study reports on the improvement of agricultural supply chain management and food safety through the use of cloud and soft computing technologies in the context of climate change and market volatility. Methodology: The study uses case study methods based on secondary data obtained from various reports and studies in the industry. In order to measure the impact of these strategies on their ability to reduce the risk of disruptions in supply chains. Data analysis shows measurable attributes to supply chain management and sustainability in agriculture against the backdrop of technology penetration. Findings: The findings highlight that their adoption has a positive effect on the operation and flexibility of the agricultural supply chain. The data, further, indicates that as part of the collaboration, there was an improvement in data integration, prediction, and resourcing for the USDA and Microsoft partnership, which enhanced food security and adaptation to climate change. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The report suggests extending the usage of such public-private collaborations for enhancement of resilient supply chains to other areas. For present and future disruptions there is need for better partnership among the government, private technology companies and adoption of sustainable practices in supply chain management.

Investigation of the Transition to Environmental Remote Sensing and Factors Influencing Effective Decision-Making on Soil Preparation and Sowing Timing: A Case Study

The advancement of smart metering technology is progressing steadily and inevitably across various key economic sectors. The utilizatio.n of remote sensors in agriculture presents unique characteristics and specific challenges. In this study, an on-site experiment was carried out on a Slovakian production farm to analyze the transition from traditional measurement methods to smart meters, focusing on timing decisions related to soil preparation and sowing and their relation to scientifically justified dates. Consequently, a clear distinction was observed in terms of the timing decisions made regarding agricultural activities during traditional, combined, and scientifically based approaches in meteorological data readings. This study contrasts these three scenarios and deliberates on the factors that need to be carefully evaluated before incorporating remote sensors into agricultural processes. This study serves as a valuable resource for individuals involved in the adoption of smart metering practices in the Eastern European agricultural sector and promotes an improved understanding of the interactions within smart-sensing, scientific developments, and land management that contribute to the goal of land-system sustainability.

EthoWatcher OS: improving the reproducibility and quality of categorical and morphologic/kinematic data from behavioral recordings in laboratory animals.

Behavioral recordings annotated by human observers (HOs) from video recordings are a fundamental component of preclinical animal behavioral models of neurobiological diseases. These models are often criticized for their vulnerability to reproducibility issues. Here, we present the EthoWatcher-Open Source (EW-OS), with tools and procedures for the use of blind-to-condition categorical transcriptions that are simultaneous with tracking, for the assessment of HOs intra- and interobserver reliability during training and data collection, for producing video clips of samples of behavioral categories that are useful for observer training. The use of these tools can inform and optimize the performance of observers, thus favoring the reproducibility of the data obtained. Categorical and machine vision-derived outputs are presented in an open data format for increased interoperability with other applications, where behavioral categories are associated frame-by-frame with tracking, morphological and kinematic attributes of an animal's image. The center of mass (X and Y pixel coordinates), the animal's area in square millimeters, the length and width in millimeters, and the angle in degrees were recorded. It also assesses the variation in each morphological descriptor to produce kinematic descriptors. While the initial measurements are in pixels, they are later converted to millimeters using the scale calibrated by the user via the graphical user interfaces. This process enables the creation of databases suitable for machine learning processing and behavioral pharmacology studies. EW-OS is constructed for continued collaborative development, available through an open-source platform, to support initiatives toward the adoption of good scientific practices in behavioral analysis, including tools for evaluating the quality of the data that can alleviate problems associated with low reproducibility in the behavioral sciences.

Fostering sustainability through technological brilliance: a study on the nexus of organizational STARA capability, GHRM, GSCM, and sustainable performance

This study aims to investigate the influence of Organizational Smart Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Algorithms (STARA) capabilities on Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices, Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) practices, and also its direct impact on Sustainable Performance (SP) outcomes within the manufacturing landscape of Bangladesh. A quantitative approach was employed, gathering data from 395 employees in the Bangladeshi manufacturing sector through a survey questionnaire using a seven-point Likert scale. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was utilized to analyze the data, focusing on testing hypotheses related to the relationships between organizational STARA capabilities, GHRM, GSCM, and SP. The study found positive relationships between organizational STARA (OSC) capabilities and GHRM, GSCM, and SP. All hypotheses were accepted, GHRM ← STARA (β = 0.210), GSCM ← STARA (β = 0.247), and SP ← STARA (β = 0.135). Additionally, it revealed that GHRM and GSCM mediate the relationship between organizational STARA capabilities and SP. This research contributes to filling the existing gap in the literature by providing empirical evidence on the integration of STARA capabilities with GHRM and GSCM practices, specifically within the context of the Bangladeshi manufacturing sector. It also highlights the mediating role of GHRM and GSCM in enhancing sustainable performance through STARA capabilities. The findings of this study offer valuable insights for organizations operating in the manufacturing sector, suggesting strategies for leveraging STARA capabilities to enhance sustainability, efficiency, and competitiveness. Policymakers and stakeholders can use these insights to formulate policies and initiatives to promote the adoption of sustainable practices in manufacturing.

Rainfall Erosivity over Brazil: A Large National Database

Rainfall erosivity (RE) represents the potential of rainfall to cause soil erosion, and understanding its impact is essential for the adoption of soil and water conservation practices. Although several studies have estimated RE for Brazil, currently, no single reliable and easily accessible database exists for the country. To fill this gap, this work aimed to review the research and generate a rainfall erosivity database for Brazil. Data were gathered from studies that determined rainfall erosivity from observed rainfall records and synthetic rainfall series. Monthly and annual rainfall erosivity values were organized on a spreadsheet and in the shapefile format. In total, 54 studies from 1990 to 2023 were analyzed, resulting in the compilation of 5516 erosivity values for Brazil, of which 6.3% were pluviographic, and 93.7% were synthetic. The regions with the highest availability of information were the Northeast (35.6%), Southeast (30.1%), South (19.9%), Central-West (7.7%), and North (6.7%). The database, which can be accessed on the Mendeley Data platform, can aid professionals and researchers in adopting public policies and carrying out studies aimed at environmental conservation and management basin development.

EXPLORING THE BENEFITS, CHALLENGES AND GUIDELINES OF DEVOPS ADOPTION: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW AND AN EMPIRICAL STUDY

This study aims to explore the benefits and challenges of DevOps adoption in the rapidly evolving landscape of DevOps and Information Technology (IT) firms. DevOps is a software development approach that emphasises communication and collaboration between software developers and IT operations teams, aiming to streamline processes and enhance software delivery. Despite the growing popularity of DevOps, there are several challenges to its adoption, including stakeholder confusion, a lack of clear processes and guidelines, and a lack of empirical studies that discuss the challenges of DevOps. To establish a foundation of understanding and provide insights into the benefits, challenges, and guidelines for DevOps adoption, this study uses a two-fold approach, including a systematic literature review and conducts semi-structured interviews involving six organisations of various sizes. The interviews aimed to obtain evidence of DevOps adoption in practice and to detail real scenarios and explain the role of each category during DevOps adoption. The study provides insights into the challenges faced by software organisations in adopting the DevOps culture and the benefits of DevOps adoption. The study also proposes DevOps adoption guidelines based on the findings. The findings contribute to the existing literature on DevOps adoption and provide valuable recommendations for software organisations.