Registration Process Research Articles

Filipino attitude and perception on Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card Registration Act

The SIM Card Registration Act, a legislative initiative in the Philippines, mandates the registration of Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards to enhance security, monitor mobile phone usage, and curb crimes such as fraud, terrorism, and phishing. This phenomenological study explores the attitude and perceptions of individuals on the implementation of the Act, with a focus on how it impacts their sense of security, privacy, and everyday mobile phone use. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 participants, aged 16 to 64, from the different barangays in San Pablo City, Laguna, Philippines. Data were analysed thematically, capturing participants' unique perspectives on the benefits and risks associated with the Act. The findings reveal that while participants acknowledged the Act's potential to prevent crimes and phishing, concerns about personal data security and the possibility of identity theft were prevalent. Participants’ attitudes toward the Act were shaped by their experiences with mobile phone technology and privacy concerns, with older respondents expressing heightened sensitivity to data privacy. These insights underscore the need for more robust security measures in the registration process to enhance public trust. The study concludes with recommendations to improve user experience and safeguard personal information, offering a foundation for policy refinements and further research.

Interactive Course Registration System with Visualized Timetable

Interactive Course Registration System with Visualized Timetable

Anatomical Plausibility in Deformable Image Registration Using Bayesian Optimization for Brain MRI Analysis

Deformable image registration plays a crucial role in medical imaging by aligning anatomical structures across multiple datasets, which is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. However, existing deep learning-based deformable registration models often face challenges in ensuring anatomical plausibility, leading to unnatural deformations in critical brain structures. This paper proposes a novel framework that uses Bayesian optimization to address these challenges, focusing on registering 3D point clouds that represent brain structures. Our method uses probabilistic modeling to optimize non-rigid transformations, providing smooth and interpretable deformations that align with anatomical constraints. The proposed framework is validated using MRI data from patients diagnosed with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) due to perinatal asphyxia. These datasets include brain scans taken at multiple time points, enabling the modeling of structural changes over time. By incorporating Bayesian optimization, we enhance the accuracy of the registration process while maintaining anatomical fidelity. Our results demonstrate that the approach provides interpretable, anatomically plausible deformations, outperforming conventional methods in terms of accuracy and reliability. This work offers an improved tool for brain MRI analysis, aiding healthcare professionals in better understanding disease progression and guiding therapeutic interventions.

Reviewer Acknowledgements: GHMJ (Global Health Management Journal), Volume 7, Editions 1, 2, and 3, 2024

GHMJ (Global Health Management Journal) is proud to announce the successful publication of 18 high-quality articles across the first, second, and third editions of its seventh year. Each published article represents the culmination of a rigorous process, including a double-blind peer review conducted by our Editorial Board and carefully selected reviewers, chosen for their expertise in the field of global health. We extend our deepest gratitude to the distinguished scholars and professionals who contributed their time, knowledge, and insights to reviewing the manuscripts for these issues. Their dedication and commitment to academic excellence have been essential in maintaining the high standards of our journal. Editor-in-chief Prof. Andrew John Macnab Managing Editors Doni Marisi Sinaga, M.Sc. Kukuh Madyaningrana, M.Biotech. Journal Managers Suyitno, M.PHM Maretalinia, M.A External Reviewers Ratih Yulistika Utami, MMedEd. (Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara, Indonesia) Uswatun Khasanah, M.Pd., MKM. (Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati, Indonesia) Donny Nauphar, M.Si.Med. (Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati, Indonesia) Associate Prof. Dr. Md Azalanshah Bin Md Syed (University of Malaya, Malaysia) Crossman Mayavo, Ph.D (University of Johannesburg, South Africa) Erwiantono, M.Si. (Universitas Mulawarman, Indonesia) Melyana Nurul Widyawati, M.Kes. (Poltekkes Kemenkes Semarang, Indonesia) GHMJ (Global Health Management Journal) invites scholars and professionals to contribute to enhancing the quality of our publications. If you are interested in serving as a reviewer, we warmly welcome your participation. To join us, please register on our website and select the "Reviewer" option during the registration process. Benefits of Becoming a Reviewer: Receive formal recognition by having your name listed as a Reviewer in each edition you contribute to. Gain opportunities for professional growth by being considered for inclusion on the Editorial Board in future editions. Reviewers will enjoy an exclusive opportunity to publish Editorial Papers with us at no cost. Acceptance Rate : 45% Days to First Editorial Decision : 17 days Days to accept : 73 days Published : 21 November 2024.

Exploring the Motivations, Challenges, and Integration of Internationally Educated Healthcare Workers in the UK: A Scoping Review.

Healthcare worker migration, influenced by push and pull factors, is accentuated by active recruitment strategies of developed nations. This scoping review explores experiences of internationally educated nurses, midwives, and healthcare professionals in the UK since 2010, acknowledging the historical context of UK recruitment policy and the implementation of codes of practice by the World Health Organisation and the UK government. Using the Population, Concept, and Context framework, systematic literature searches were conducted in various databases, including CINAHL, Science Direct, Scopus, PubMed/Medline, and Google Scholar. Covidence software facilitated screening, with data systematically extracted and analyzed. The scoping review included 24 papers focusing on nurses (n = 19), midwives (n = 1), and various allied health professions (n = 4), spanning from 2010 to 2023. Findings revealed diverse challenges and facilitators, from professional recognition and career opportunities to discrimination, language barriers, and socioeconomic factors influencing integration and retention. The review highlights the multifaceted experiences of internationally educated healthcare professionals (IEHPs) in the UK workforce. Despite their significant contributions, IEHPs face challenges such as unrecognized skills, third-party recruitment issues, and cultural adjustment difficulties. Addressing registration processes, recruitment practices, and cultural competence training is crucial to creating an inclusive environment that maximizes IEHPs' contributions and ensures their professional growth and well-being, ultimately benefiting the healthcare sector.

Legal Certainty Of Trademark Registration To Improve The Welfare Of Micro, Small And Medium Enterprises (Msmes)

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) hold role important in the Indonesian economy, but they often face challenge in protect asset intellectual, especially brand. Uncertainty law in registration brand cause risk piracy and its impact negative on power competition as well as sustainability UMKM business. Research This aiming For explore certainty law in registration brand for MSMEs in Indonesia and evaluate the impact to welfare economy UMKM actors. Research This use approach law empirical, conducted in several city with high UMKM population, Data collection techniques were carried out with method survey and observation field, and semi- structured interview. Research results show that although registration brand give protection significant for MSMEs and improve Power competition they, still there is constraint in accessibility, understanding law, and costs. Implications from study This underline importance role government in give education, simplifying the registration process, and providing support financial for MSMEs. With existence more policies? inclusive, MSMEs are expected can protect brand they in a way effective, which ultimately strengthen economy local and national.

Strategies to Improve National Poverty Data Bank Ekasih Registration Process at State Development Office of Johor

Strategies to Improve National Poverty Data Bank Ekasih Registration Process at State Development Office of Johor

The Subscription Management System

Subscription-based membership systems have become increasingly popular for digital services like Spotify, Prime Video, and YouTube. This project explores the development of a subscription management system using JavaFX, focusing on creating an intuitive user interface and efficient backend integration. The system supports functionalities such as user registration, subscription management, and payment processing, offering a seamless experience for both administrators and users. This study addresses key aspects such as GUI design, security challenges, performance optimization, and integration of RESTful APIs for backend communication. The implementation aims to provide a scalable, secure, and user-friendly solution for managing various subscription models. Additionally, this research compares different subscription models to optimize user engagement and retention. Advanced features like automated billing, personalized recommendations, and analytical insights are integrated to enhance the overall user experience. The study also highlights best practices for integrating third-party payment gateways and managing user data securely. The results demonstrate the system’s ability to handle a large user base effectively while maintaining high performance and security standards. Future work will explore the integration of machine learning techniques to predict user preferences and improve personalization further

Estimation and Causes of Informal Economy in Pakistan

This study purposes to estimate the Pakistan’s informal economy by indirect methods and estimate the causes behind the informal economy. Ordinary least square is used for estimation of causes behind the informal economy. From GDP approach, conclude that informal economy is increasing while employment approach shows decreasing informal economy. The estimated result shows tax evasion is the main reason behind the informal economy in Pakistan. In our study, particular implications of the informal economy are identified. Informal economy plays a main role in income inequality and reducing the poverty. It limits implementing the operative public policy. The government should make such policies to control the informal economy and increasing tax evasion and corruption. If government formalize the informal economy by registering them at low cost, make the registration process easier and lower the amount of taxes imposed on them, the country’s growth will be doubled.

Illegal Deforestation in Mato Grosso: How Loopholes in Implementing Brazil’s Forest Code Endanger the Soy Sector

Brazil’s Forest Code (FC) is a landmark law that, despite dating back to the 1930s, has low compliance. Illegal deforestation continues, and millions of hectares that were set to be reforested remain degraded. Although sector agreements such as the Amazon Soy Moratorium (ASM) have been important in the fight against deforestation, the implementation of the FC represents the key long-term strategy to halt deforestation in the soy supply chain. Here, we used datasets of the boundaries of rural properties, deforestation permits, environmental licensing, and land cover in Mato Grosso to quantify illegal deforestation and analyzed compliance with the Forest Code (FC) on soy farms to explore how loopholes in the implementation of the FC allow deforestation to continue unabated. Our analyses show that between August 2009 and July 2019, soy farms in Mato Grosso State, the largest Brazilian soy producer, were responsible for 31% (or 511 thousand hectares) of all land cleared in registered properties. Most of this deforestation was illegal. The FC implementation within these properties has been slow: only 11% of registered soy farms have made it to the final stage of the registration process, thus being considered fully compliant. This novel analysis reinforces that accelerating the implementation of the FC could significantly reduce deforestation and advance the restoration of illegally cleared land particularly in the Cerrado, where 50% of the original cover has already been lost, as well as in the Amazon. By achieving full compliance in the soy sector, Brazil’s position in the international market would be strengthened as a supplier of sustainably produced, deforestation-free commodities.

Automated Dental Registration and TMJ Segmentation for Virtual Surgical Planning of Orthognathic Surgery via Three-Step Computer-Based Method

Objective: This study developed and evaluated a computer-based method for automating the registration of scanned dental models with 3D reconstructed skulls and segmentation of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Methods: A dataset comprising 1274 skull models and corresponding scanned dental models was collected. In total, 1066 cases were used for the development of the computer-based method, while 208 cases were used for validation. Performance was evaluated by comparing the automated results with manual registration and segmentation performed by clinicians, using accuracy and completeness metrics (e.g. intersection of union [IoU] and Dice similarity coefficient [DSC]). Results: The automated registration achieved a mean absolute error of 0.35 mm for the maxilla and 0.38 mm for the mandible, and a root mean squared error of 0.46 mm and 0.39 mm, respectively. The automatic TMJ segmentation exhibited an accuracy of 97.48%, a precision of 97.06%, a IoU of 95.72%, DSC of 97.3%, and a Hausdorff value of 1.87 mm, which were sufficient for clinical application. Conclusion: The proposed method significantly improved the efficiency of orthognathic surgical planning by automating the registration and segmentation processes. The accuracy and precision of the automated results were sufficient for clinical use, reducing the workload on clinicians and facilitating faster and more reliable surgical planning. Clinical significance: The computer-based method streamlines orthognathic surgical planning, enhancing precision and efficiency without compromising clinical accuracy, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing the workload of surgeons.

Experiences of family caregivers of children living with thalassaemia-major in Karachi: a phenomenological study

IntroductionThalassaemiamajor, a global health burden, presents a growing challenge in Pakistan’s strained healthcare system. This study explores how caregivers of children with beta-thalassaemia major navigate healthcare services, aiming to identify facilitators and barriers to accessing optimal care.MethodsA qualitative interpretative phenomenological approach was employed. In-depth interviews with 18 purposively sampled caregivers from Karachi thalassaemia centres were conducted. Thematic analysis using a combined inductive-deductive approach identified themes within the interview data.ResultThe study revealed significant challenges for caregivers at individual, interpersonal and organisational levels. Lack of awareness about carrier states, limited disease knowledge, financial constraints and concerns about the child’s future emerged as primary hurdles. Parents felt helpless due to the absence of emotional and social support for their children’s treatment. Obstacles such as complicated registration processes at thalassaemia-care centres, high costs of chelating agents and blood unavailability were major barriers to seeking care and caregiving. Additionally, the study highlighted the absence of guidelines for thalassaemia-carrier detection among mothers during antenatal care.ConclusionThe study emphasised the importance of implementing premarital screening programmes due to the lack of knowledge about the disease and carrier state. To prevent the disease, it is crucial to include thalassaemia-carrier detection for mothers in antenatal guidelines and provide counselling at the primary level. Additionally, caregivers encountered treatment accessibility issues, prompting the establishment of a satellite thalassaemia centre linked to a top-tier tertiary care hospital in the public sector. This initiative addressed treatment challenges and improved overall care for patients with thalassaemia and their caregivers.

Depth Perception in Optical See-Through Augmented Reality: Investigating the Impact of Texture Density, Luminance Contrast, and Color Contrast.

The immersive augmented reality (AR) system necessitates precise depth registration between virtual objects and the real scene. Prior studies have emphasized the efficacy of surface texture in providing depth cues to enhance depth perception across various media, including the real scene, virtual reality, and AR. However, these studies predominantly focus on black-and-white textures, leaving a gap in understanding the effectiveness of colored textures. To address this gap and further explore texture-related factors in AR, a series of experiments were conducted to investigate the effects of different texture cues on depth perception using the perceptual matching method. Findings indicate that the absolute depth error increases with decreasing contrast under black-and-white texture. Moreover, textures with higher color contrast also contribute to enhanced accuracy of depth judgments in AR. However, no significant effect of texture density on depth perception was observed. The findings serve as a theoretical reference for texture design in AR, aiding in the optimization of virtual-real registration processes.

Time Efficiency and Cost-Benefit Analysis of New Student Admissions Mobile Application: A Case Study in A Vocational School Palembang

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of using an Android mobile application in the new student admission system at a vocational school. The application is designed to replace the manual registration methods, which were previously conducted through Google Forms and WhatsApp communication. By integrating push notifications using Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) and a MySQL database, the system enables real-time communication between administrators and prospective students, as well as the automation of admission data management. The Time Efficiency method is used to measure the time saved in the registration and notification process compared to the manual method. Meanwhile, the Cost-Benefit Analysis method is applied to evaluate the ratio between the system implementation costs and the benefits produced, such as reduced operational costs, increased registration speed, and improved administrative staff efficiency.

Optimizing MSME Financial Management through Simple Financial Statement Training

This community service program aims to improve the understanding and skills of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the preparation of simple financial statements and the preparation of Business Identification Numbers (NIB). Angkringan Pak Owie was chosen as a partner because he faced obstacles in financial management and business legality. The methods used include direct training and mentoring regarding systematic financial recording and steps to make NIB through the Online Single Submission (OSS) platform. Through this activity, partners are able to prepare simple financial statements independently and understand the NIB registration process. The results of this program show that Angkringan Pak Owie has succeeded in registering NIB, so that it has business legality that makes it easier to access capital and opportunities to participate in government programs.

Proposal For Electronic Management Model of Personal Protective Equipment in Sanitation Company

Objective: Presents a proposal to innovate in the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Management process at the sanitation company in Paraná – SANEPAR. Theoretical Framework: The work provides a theoretical basis based on the theory of Dynamic Innovation Capabilities and occupational safety, covering a set of norms, actions and legal measures. Method: This technical report was developed in a Sanitation company aiming to reduce problems related to the control of PPE delivery. The information was collected through questions to process managers, currently assigned to GGPS - People Management Management, who are responsible for requesting, delivering and returning PPE and analyzing documentation available to management. The action plan developed to solve problems related to the control of delivery of PPE to the company was also drawn up. Results and Discussions: The difficulties encountered by managers in the PPE registration process were identified, as well as non-conformities in audits, control and application of Regulatory Standards. It was explored how it would be possible to manage this equipment assertively and benefit all employees who use it, from the field employee, the manager and other interested sectors of the company. Work Implications: It was proposed to develop an Electronic PPE Management model, using an existing HR system, but incorporating new functions related to PPE. Originality/Value: As the company has around 6,000 employees and labor actions due to problems related to PPE were occurring frequently, the proposal was accepted by the company, this model will bring benefits such as simplification of processes, agility in requests, reduction of errors and prevention of lost documents. Furthermore, it will contribute to more efficient and transparent management, contributing to the reduction of possible labor actions and strengthening the company's safety and sustainability policy.

MULTIPROPRIEDADES – PROCEDIMENTOS REGISTRAL

The objective of this article is to analyze the registration procedures related to timeshares, a model of shared ownership in which multiple owners have rights to the same property. The research seeks to understand how registration procedures influence the legal security and management of these ventures. The methodology adopted is a literature review. The research is based on a critical analysis of books, academic articles, and relevant legislation on timeshares and their registration procedures. The review is conducted to identify the main challenges, practices, and regulatory standards that impact the registration and management of timeshares. The review covers topics such as the evolution of timeshares, comparisons between different jurisdictions, and current legislation. The reviewed literature shows that timeshares are a model that has grown with tourism and that requires clear registrationto avoid conflicts. The legal and administrative challenges that arise in the practice of registering these ventures are also discussed. The expected results include an in- depth understanding of the registration procedures involved in timeshares and their implications for the legal security of investors. The aim is to identify gaps and areas that require improvements in legislation and registration processes. The results should provide recommendations for improving procedures and creating clearer and more effective guidelines. The conclusion of the article should demonstrate that registration procedures are crucial to the success of timeshares, providing a solid basis for the legal security of those involved. It should be noted that, despite advances in regulation, there are still significant challenges that need to be addressed. It is recommended that standardized practices be implemented and that laws be updated to better meet the needs of this property model.

Cognitive Complexity and Degree Planning: Student Perceptions of and Needs From Technology Tools

Colleges around the country have adopted technology tools to simplify planning and registration processes and provide interventions to support students’ timely completion. However, there is little evidence of these tools’ efficacy in improving student progression and completion (c.f., Rossman et al., 2021; Velasco et al., 2020). The minimal impact of advising and planning technologies on student success is amplified among institutions supporting the students who make up the new majority of postsecondary learners—those who are Black, Latine, Indigenous, and/or low-income (BLI/LI). One possible reason for this is that such tools were not designed with the needs of this population in mind. Using process map and focus group data from students at two broad-access universities, coupled with interview data from institutional stakeholders, this study interrogates the ways that BLI/LI students engage in academic planning. We find that this process is more cognitively complex and nuanced than is typically acknowledged; program planning tools do not include the information BLI/LI students require; and low-income college students are particularly disadvantaged by these tools. As such, we find support for the hypothesis that current tools’ efficacy is muted because they do not center the needs of BLI/LI students in their design.

Designing a secure title deed registration model for land transactions in Kenya based on blockchain

The purpose of this study was to design a secure title deed registration model for land transactions in Kenya based on Blockchain. Blockchain technology creates a publicly accessible distributed database that keeps track of all land transaction records, allowing confirmation of land ownership at any given point in time with the aim of creating a secure and transparent environment that guarantees the much-needed confidentiality and integrity of land transactions. Design Science research methodology was adopted by the research to provide an overall scope in the model design and development requirements, while the Proof of Concept (PoC) research methodology was used to design and develop the essential modules for the model. The research employed subjective sampling to select users to perform a criteria-based model evaluation approach against the evaluation metrics (persistence, time stamping, transparency and decentralisation) set out by the research. Results were presented in the form of a descriptive summary of the users' feedback. From the results, the study established that the model could effectively execute immutable, time-stamped, transparent and decentralised land registration and land transaction processes that can be used as authentic proof of land ownership. The study concluded that the proposed model enhances transparency and security, contributing to a more reliable system that fosters public confidence. The study recommends that future research may focus on the integration of Blockchain with land taxation systems as well as the adoption of cryptocurrency as a legal tender to facilitate the execution of smart contracts for properties in Kenya.

Paediatric visual impairment in Western Australia: Results and lessons from a registry analysis.

Clinical registries are an important research tool to enhance our understanding of vision loss in the Australian paediatric population. We aim to provide an update on the epidemiology of visual impairment among Western Australian children using registry data analysis, and to highlight the challenges of registry data collection. This is a retrospective study of visual impairment and blindness registrations of children aged 0-16 years in Western Australia from 1996 to 2015. Blindness was defined as visual acuity ≤6/60 in the better-seeing eye or binocular visual field ≤20° diameter, with all other certifications labelled as visual impairment. Certificates were assessed for primary causes of vision loss by age strata and sex. Registration rate trends were analysed across three discrete registration periods. Of 11 800 certificates issued between 1996 and 2015, 728 certificates (6.2%) were issued to 710 children. Five hundred and twenty-nine (74.5%) certificates were issued for visual impairment and 181 (25.5%) for blindness. The leading cause of certification was inherited retinal disease (73, 10.3%), followed by cortical visual impairment (57, 8.0%) and albinism (56, 7.9%). The annual registration rate of visual impairment increased from 0.5 to 9.8 per 100 000 person-years across the study period, whereas blindness rates fell from 2.7 to 1.3. Overall registration rates of paediatric visual impairment in Western Australia are increasing, but these trends should be interpreted with caution given the known limitations of registry data. Enhancements of the registration process could be achieved through digitisation, inclusion of patient outcome data, and incentives for greater practitioner engagement.