Security Companies Research Articles

IMPACT OF THE QUALITY OF FINANCIAL REPORTING INFORMATION ON THE SECURITIES LIQUIDITY OF LISTED COMPANIES ON THE STOCK MARKET IN VIETNAM

Research on the relationship between financial statement information quality and securities liquidity, making recommendations to improve the liquidity of listed companies. The purpose of this paper is to assess the impact of quality of financial reporting on the liquidity of securities of companies on the stock market in Vietnam. Using a mixed method to measure Financial statement information quality, securities liquidity. Using a regression model to evaluate the influence of financial statement information quality on securities liquidity of 149 companies listed on HOSE and HNS in 2022. The information quality characteristics of the financial statements are: Appropriate, Honest, Understandable, Comparative, Timely, Verifiable. To measure the liquidity of securities, the author uses the price and trading volume of securities of listed companies at the beginning of the year, the end of the first quarter, the second quarter, the third quarter, and the fourth quarter of 2022. The analysis results show that six characteristics Financial reporting information quality has a positive impact on the liquidity of securities in companies listed on the Vietnamese stock market. Among them, the most influential characteristic is honesty. The study offers suggestions based on the aforementioned findings to improve the quality of financial report information in order to promote liquidity. At the same time, to make the recommendations feasible in practice, the study also proposes recommendations to create a legal corridor and practical support for relevant factors. The author recommends that businesses need to have independent auditing companies audit annually, and those companies need to be reputable in the professional world.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AS A FACTOR IN ENSURING ECONOMIC SECURITY OF ENTERPRISES

The subject of the research is the study of digital transformation as one of the factors of ensuring the economic security of enterprises. Methodology. The study uses general scientific methods, in particular theoretical generalisation, analysis and synthesis, statistical analysis and graphical methods for the visual presentation of research results. The aim is to analyse the role of digital transformation in ensuring the economic security of companies. Conclusion. Summing up the results, it is determined that the security of enterprises is a crucial element for their successful functioning and stability in the market. The impact of digitalisation on the economic security of enterprise is manifested through the positive impact of advanced digital technologies. Taking advantage of the digital economy leads to numerous positive aspects in business and contributes to achieving strategic goals and strengthening economic security. A conceptual model of the economic security of enterprises has been developed, in which digital transformation is a key tool, covering various aspects, including the conceptual apparatus, objectives, problem vision, subjects and objects of management. The model is aimed at creating conditions for sustainable development and maintaining the economic security of the enterprise at various stages of its life cycle. The programme for ensuring economic security within the framework of this model includes the stages of defining tasks, developing a scenario, implementing and evaluating efficiency. The mechanism of economic security is considered as a system of resources and interactions, with digital transformation as a central tool. Summarising the model and approach, the key aspects of ensuring the economic security of enterprises are revealed, taking into account the challenges and opportunities of the modern business environment. Digital technologies make it possible to increase the level of economic security, which in turn contributes to increasing the efficiency and competitiveness of individual companies, the economy as a whole and the standard of living of the population.

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY DISCLOSURE AND COST OF EQUITY EVIDENCE FROM PUBLIC LISTED COMPANIES IN MALAYSIA

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has been rolled out in recent years as it has become vital owing to the massive growth of financial institutions, mutual funds, online resources, and other publications. CSR disclosure could reduce the cost of equity. The study's main objective is to investigate the CSR disclosure by companies listed in Malaysia towards the cost of equity. This study is based on three hundred four (304) samples of Malaysian listed companies from 2013 to 2014. The data of the samples were mainly collected from annual reports, except for financial data which were collected from DataStream. The result revealed that the CSR disclosure in the annual report could reduce the company's cost of equity by reducing information asymmetry, reducing agency costs, and reducing companies' risk. The result also shows that liquidity has a significant negative relationship with the cost of equity. The higher information disclosure enhances stock market liquidity, thus, reducing the cost of equity through the reduction of risk as well increasing demand for a company's securities. The size, liquidity, and growth have a significant relationship with the cost of equity.

Оптимизация ОСАГО в условиях общей цифровизации экономических субъектов

The scientific article is devoted to the modernization and optimization of the coefficients of the risk premium of compulsory civil liability insurance of vehicle owners, in the context of the general digitalization of economic entities and current geopolitical realities. The calculation of the total payment for CTP insurance is analyzed. It is concluded that key management decisions in achieving the main goal of profit maximization should be economically justified and have the possibility of timely transformation and adaptation to current realities. These provisions can increase the level of economic security and financial stability of the insurance company.

Application of safety tools to reduce accidents in the company Geos Ingenieros S.R.L. [Aplicación de herramientas de seguridad para reducción de accidentes en la empresa Geos Ingenieros S.R.L

The purpose of the development of this research was to determine the influence of the Safe Written Work Procedures (WSSP) operating in process activities on the reduction of accidents in a company Geos Ingenieros S.R.L. Therefore, the study was of the applied type with a descriptive approach. A population made up of workers from the various areas of the company was used. Likewise, non-probabilistic convenience sampling is used to calculate the sample size; Therefore, the sample would be made up of personnel from the company's security area. This resulted in the level of risks being significantly reduced, with critical risks being eliminated by 100%, low level risks being predominant by 90%, and moderate level risks by 10%, indicating so the number of accidents has been significantly reduced. Likewise, it was possible to improve the level of knowledge of the collaborators, the level of knowledge about the use of WSSP since it went from regular to excellent with 72%. Therefore, it is concluded that the use of WSSP has a positive impact, with a total decrease in accidents and better management of knowledge on safety issues.

Вибір організаційно-економічного механізму забезпечення фінансової безпеки газорозподільних підприємств

Changes in the natural gas market related to the implementation of the requirements of the European Union's Third Energy Package affect the financial security of gas distribution companies. Changes in the natural gas market related to the implementation of the requirements of the European Union's Third Energy Package affect the financial security of gas distribution companies. The purpose of the article is to develop a scientific and methodological approach to the selection of an organizational and economic mechanism for ensuring the financial security of gas distribution enterprises, which takes into account the combination of their status as natural monopoly entities and enterprises, and to substantiate practical recommendations for its implementation. A set of methods of scientific cognition was used, namely: the fundamental provisions of the theory of finance, probability theory and mathematical statistics, and the method of adaptive forecasting. The choice of the optimal type of organizational and economic mechanism for ensuring the financial security of gas distribution enterprises is proposed to be carried out taking into account the phased withdrawal from the financial crisis. If the type of mechanism is used effectively, the enterprise proceeds to implement a preventive mechanism; if it is ineffective, it is necessary to review the measures or proceed to the liquidation procedure; if the preventive mechanism is used effectively, the enterprise proceeds to the stabilization mechanism or a radical one. The scientific and methodological approach to the choice of an organizational and economic mechanism for ensuring the financial security of gas distribution enterprises in Ukraine has been proposed. It is aimed at consistent and targeted implementation of a set of preventive, stabilization and radical measures that enables prevention of financial risk, timely assessment and forecasting of its level, as well as development, implementation and monitoring of the relevant program. The implementation of the proposed scientific and methodological approach in the practical activities of gas distribution enterprises involves the preparation of substantive information, analytical and methodological support, which consists in a comprehensive analysis of financial security.

The nature and adequacy of equipment used by security guards from Samburu community working in Nairobi

The study assessed the nature and the adequacy of equipment which security guards from the Samburu community working in Nairobi have for their jobs. The issue was employee workplace conditions. In examining this issue, the study looked at the nature of equipment and training for the job, which provided evidence for granting or non-granting employee rights. The research used a survey design, and data was collected through questionnaires, which were applied to 200 security guards who had been randomly selected from 5 administrative clusters in Nairobi. The results were presented in tables of numbers and percentages of the sample interviewed, as well as column charts. The findings indicated that security guards were inadequately equipped for their job. The study concluded that security guards were inadequately equipped for their jobs, and this undermined their productivity and job satisfaction. It also recommended that the government, through the parliament, come up with legislation that would prohibit the engagement of security guards outside the employment of a duly registered security company. That way, it will be possible to monitor issues of workplace conditions and equipment issues pertaining to security guards.

Fundamentals of Systematic Management of Business Security

Safety is a complex indicator that includes various areas of the company - management, marketing, personnel management, financial aspects, etc. The more sustainable the business is, the more efficient its business processes are and the less dependent it is on unexpected changes in the market situation. The human factor plays a special role in ensuring business security. As a result, working with staff and preventing malicious attempts on their part is an important part of the company's security system. In the context of a security strategy, depending on the nature of the challenges, an appropriate system of prevention needs to be introduced. It is important to constantly monitor its continuous development. The purpose of the business security system is the correct management of challenges - forecasting, assessment, detection, resolution of crisis situations and planning of preventive measures against possible recurrence. Effective management of the business security system should create conditions for the creation of competitive technologies and goods/services that ensure the successful operation of the facility. Keywords: business, management, security, system, strategy.

Generation Z’s Opinion About AI in Recruiting — First Empirical Evidence from Germany

Currently, there are hardly any studies that evaluate the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruiting from the viewpoint of Generation Z (born between 1995 and 2010) as future employees. This article answers the question which are the opportunities and risks of using AI in recruiting from the perspective of Generation Z. To answer the question, the research uses primary data obtained among 20 Generation Z representatives in Germany in 2023. The interview partners were asked to share their opinion in focus groups. In summary, our study indicates that German Generation Z respondents see opportunities of AI in recruiting especially in regards to diversity and equal rights. Risks are seen concerning job loss in recruiting, especially for those employees who do not know how to perform complex tasks. Others are afraid of the security of their personal data due to a lack in AI or lack trust in the cyber security of companies.

Assessing the financial stability of Warsaw-listed transport and logistics firms

Purpose. The primary objective of this paper is to evaluate the financial security of transport and logistics companies listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. Methodology. The research employs various financial security indicators such as liquidity, capital coverage of assets, working capital, and others. The study focuses on 11 companies in the transport and logistics sector listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange in the third quarter of 2023. Results. The findings reveal that companies in the transport and logistics sector are highly diverse and challenging to compare on non-financial security aspects. Average data do not reflect the real situation in the sector, and individual companies significantly influence average results. The importance of maintaining an optimal structure of assets and capital for ensuring financial security is also highlighted. Theoretical contribution. This paper contributes to financial security in the transport and logistics sector by analysing companies listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. It offers a new perspective on the financial stability of these companies and the factors influencing it. Practical implications. The research calls for caution when assessing the financial security of enterprises in the transport and logistics sector. It also suggests expanding the research group and checking whether the entire sector has any common patterns regarding financial security. This could provide valuable insights for companies in the sector and policymakers.

The impact of risk spillover network-based multidimensional systemic risks on the real economy

ABSTRACT Multidimensional systemic risk measures are constructed based on dynamic risk spillover networks to quantify the level, transmission speed, and transmission breadth. To investigate the significance, direction, magnitude, and persistence of the impacts of systemic risks on future real economic distribution, we combine the quantile regression model and Bootstrap quantile t test method. Finally, the heterogeneity of the impacts of systemic risks and SIFIs (systemically important financial institutions) risks is analysed. Our empirical results find that 1) most bank companies take the role of risk drivers in the financial system, while most security, insurance, trust, and real estate companies take the role of risk distributors and risk receivers. 2) the total spillover index, average shortest path length, and average clustering coefficient have significant impacts on the left tail and central tendency of future real economy, and the latter two measures also have significant impacts on the right tail. 3) SIFIs risks have earlier and greater impacts than Non-SIFIs (non-systemically important financial institutions) risks. Multidimensional systemic risks contain additional information to identify financial risks earlier than single institutions risks. 4) the impacts of financial risks on the real economy are persistent. The superimposition of impacts may trigger extreme risks.

A longitudinal study on the impact of occupational health and safety practices on employee productivity

Occupational health and safety (OHS) are vital for employee well-being and productivity. This study explores the impact of OHS practices on employee productivity within a UAE Fire and Security company, focusing on shifts in employee perceptions of OHS. We adopted a mixed-methods approach, using both qualitative and quantitative data. Surveys were administered to 293 employees before and after OHS interventions. Productivity data were collected correspondingly. Qualitative insights came from discussions with the company’s QHSE director. Data revealed that OHS interventions can enhance workplace ambiance and significantly boost employee productivity. A direct link between improved OHS practices and heightened productivity was observed, along with a marked shift in employee OHS perceptions. OHS practices are pivotal for both a secure working atmosphere and heightened employee productivity. Embracing proactive OHS strategies offers dual advantages: better well-being and improved organizational output. UAE businesses should prioritize solid OHS measures to ensure safety and enhance productivity. Methods like audits, training, and strategic management promote effective workplaces. Strict adherence to government standards, like the OHSMS National Standard, is essential. Adopting strategic OHS initiatives, as demonstrated here, augments operational efficiency while cultivating a safety-conscious workforce.

Penal Battalions and Genocidal Warfare: History's Warnings, Wagner's Global Footprint, and Ukraine

The expendability of penal battalions has provided genocidal regimes with ample fodder for conventional wars, genocidal warfare, and cases in which such conscripts may become either perpetrators or victims. The unresolved charges of those who massacred civilians in Bucha, Ukraine, in 2022 extend to include suspects from a private military security company (PMSC) known as the Wagner Group. Vladimir Putin's regime has regularly contracted Wagner since its founding in 2014 in operations that led to its adaptation and development as a tool for war and very likely also the world's first for-hire band of perpetrators. This study tracks histories of penal battalions before outlining the evolution of Wagner as a significant force in global politics and conflict. The findings suggest that prosecution, prevention, or intervention will become even more difficult than it already is for institutions of international law. The apparent successes and rapid growth of Wagner tend to indicate that the use of penal battalions in genocidal wars is not confined to the pages of history. The unaccountability of such suspects could increase both the recruitment of many more genocidal offenders and further risk the expendability of what Richard L. Rubenstein identified as surplus populations. By framing penal battalions that die en masse in genocidal wars, the case of the Wagner Group may ultimately include civilian victims in Ukraine, perpetrators for-hire, and victims within the group's own battalions that the Kremlin deployed to die across the war's frontlines.

EXAMINATION OF THE IMPACTS OF CRYPTOCURRENCY UNCERTAINTY ON EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS

In this paper, we use quantile-based analysis and nonlinear conditional autoregressive value-at-risk (CAViaR) model to investigate how cryptocurrency price and policy uncertainty indexes affect exchange traded funds (ETFs) investing in equity securities of companies operating in various disruptive innovation sectors and related to digital assets and blockchain technology. Results of the quantile-on-quantile (QQ) estimates and quantile regression reveal that cryptocurrency price and policy uncertainty generally have a negative impact on the globally traded ETFs suggesting that the changes in cryptocurrency uncertainty lead to destabilizing effects in the ETF market. Moreover, we find that the impact of cryptocurrency uncertainty is asymmetric depending on each quantile of ETF returns even though each ETF is influenced in the same way by each uncertainty index, indicating that cryptocurrency price uncertainty and cryptocurrency policy uncertainty have common effects on the ETF market. A linear quantile causality analysis indicated that there is evidence of a significant causality running from the considered uncertainty indexes to the ETF returns, revealing that cryptocurrency price and policy uncertainty have a significant information value in explaining expected ETF returns. On the other hand, we find that linear quantile models outperform nonlinear CAViaR models in quantiles that are only moderate.

The Use of Private Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) As A Measure and Solution of Anti-Piracy

The sea route is one of the best options chosen by national and international traders because of lower cost when we compare it to using air freight and the increasing use of merchant ships for international trade, makes people take advantages such as sea piracy and armed robbery and a solution to protect from these things commercial vessels use the services of the Private Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) and the Private Maritime Security Company (PMSC). The absence of international regulations regarding the use of these services raises pros and cons between coastal states and with special policies in particular regarding the territorial sea of ​​a coastal state. Thus, there is a big question that the use of PCASP and PMSC is in accordance with international law with existing regulations and how Indonesia as a coastal state sees the use of such services as a solution to avoid piracy. The formation of soft laws and agreements is a way out at this time in order to maintain maritime security from the dangers of sea piracy and armed robberies.

SECURITY ISSUES IN LIBYAN GOVERNMENT COMPANIES

The growth of technology, communications, and the cyber-Internet has led to a revolution in how data and information are sent and used online. As a result, internet security has become a crucial concern, particularly in safeguarding sensitive data in the government company. Government company a vital infrastructure for modern society, is also a lucrative target for cyber attacks, which could potentially expose sensitive customer information. This study highlights the importance of internet security in safeguarding sensitive data in government companies such as telecommunications companies. The study conducted in Libya employed an interview technique to evaluate the information security policy of government companies and identified several vulnerabilities that require mitigation to protect networks from cyber attacks. The study emphasizes the significance of information security in government companies and provides insights that can assist companies in developing and implementing effective policies to safeguard their networks.

Private Security Companies in Ethiopia: An Insight from a Rights Perspective

In Ethiopia, the private security services sector has grown considerably over the previous three decades. Although the sector has a positive role in the protection of persons, property and institutions, there are concerns, inter alia, regarding the violation of rights of employees. This article examines the privatization of security services in Ethiopia from a rights perspective. Specifically, it deals with the extent of privatization and its implication on rights of its employees, the obligation of state and private operators to ensure the rights commonly violated, the drivers for the violations, and the measures that need to be taken to rectify the situation. A combination of doctrinal and non-doctrinal approaches was employed to conduct this study. The study is based on both primary and secondary data through in-depth interviews, focus group discussion, observation, and document reviews. The study indicates that the private security service sector is one of the grey areas of rights abuses including labor exploitation, poor working conditions, and workplace discrimination. These abuses emanate from the practice of employment agencies and the existing regulatory frameworks. I argue that the adoption of a comprehensive private security industry legislation and the establishment of a framework for private security services providers’ regulation and oversight will assist to address the rights violations that have been observed in the sector.

E-Ticketing and Service Delivery of Road Transport Companies in Rivers State

The study investigated the e-ticketing and service delivery of road transport companies in Rivers state. The study population comprises of passengers of the 12 road transport companies that have adopted e-ticketing in Rivers state. 20 passengers of the 12 road transport companies in Rivers state were purposively sampled which makes the sample size a total of two hundred and forty (240). Since the sample size was accessible, there was no need for sampling. Data were collected using questionnaire from the above sampled passengers of the road transport companies in Rivers State. Four research question and ten hypotheses were proposed and tested respectively at 0.05 level of confidence to achieve the study objectives. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean), while Spearman Rank Correlation Coefficient and Partial Correlation was used for the testing of the hypotheses. The findings established that there is a significant relationship between e-reservation, data security, user friendliness and service delivery of road transport companies in Rivers state. The study concludes that e-reservation, data security and user friendliness of e-ticketing platform can boost service delivery by offering timeliness of service, convenience and reliability. It was therefore recommended that Road transport should invest in technological infrastructure, provide multiple payment options and implement a feedback system.

Application Of The Ahp Method In Decision Support System For Security Recruitment

PT Perkebunan Nusantara II (PTPN II) Sei Semayang, a state-owned enterprise (BUMN) engaged in palm oil and sugarcane production. Security officers play a crucial role in maintaining the company's security and productivity. Currently, the security officer recruitment process remains conventional, relying on subjective assessments based on several criteria. The aim of this study is to introduce a more structured, transparent, and objective approach to security officer recruitment. By implementing the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method, decisions in selecting prospective security officers can be made based on predetermined criterion weights. AHP enables decision-makers to identify, compare, and prioritize relevant criteria, addressing the complexity of selecting candidates who fit the established criteria. Through this approach, the study seeks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the security officer selection process, reduce the risk of errors in candidate selection, and improve overall company performance and security. It is hoped that the application of the AHP method in the decision support system for security officer recruitment at PTPN II Sei Semayang will assist the company in optimizing the selection process and supporting more data-driven decision-making.

Organizational climate and job satisfaction: study of a private security company located in the southeast of Mexico

Organizational climate and job satisfaction: study of a private security company located in the southeast of Mexico