Strategic SWOT Research Articles

Socio-ecological status of marine ornamental reef fishery in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka - An application of strategic SWOT analysis

The present study elucidates the socio-ecological status of the marine ornamental reef fish (MORF) fishery in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, through strategic SWOT analysis. Data were collected through interviews with full-time fishers (n = 49) fishing at Pulmodai, Sampur, and Kuchchaweli reef sites, focus group discussions (n = 3), and participant observations during 2019–2020. Data gathered in-situ were further investigated in detail, analyzed, and grouped into attributes of SWOT analysis. Results revealed higher fishing income (90–900 USD) by 91.84% of respondents as the major strength of the fishery, followed by low production costs (24–240 USD), a low labor force, and others. Seasonality of the fishery, multiple ownership of reefs, and the limited number of fishing hours (4-6 hrs.) were the main weaknesses identified in the system. High global demand, the fish-to-order concept, and the intervention of local buyers were the major opportunities for the fishery. Long market chains, bopyrid isopod infection on Pacific cleaner shrimp, and poor monitoring systems were the major threats to the industry. The MORF fishery in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, results in higher living standards for fisher communities and empowers them. The present study has policy implications for the MORF fishery and the long-term sustainability of the industry.

Risks of the Neobanks’ Activities in the Conditions of the Economy Digitalization

The operation of neobanks, as a new banking concept, is currently gaining great popularity. However, their activities are associated with specific risks that are not characteristic of classic banks. The inefficient risk management can harm not only the banks themselves but also customers as well as the entire banking system. The article aims to identify opportunities and threats in the resistance of neo-banks to risks against the background of companies' digitalization. The current study applied graphic, analytical research methods (determination of specific weight and structure fractions), parameterization methods using the matrix approach and linear functional dependence, and the method of strategic SWOT analysis. The application of advanced digital technologies enables neobanks to enhance their flexibility and ability to quickly adapt to changes in the market. The utilization of artificial intelligence allows neo-banks to supply their customers with personalized solutions and services, which can increase customer loyalty and satisfaction. However, neobanks face specific risks that can negatively affect their activities and entail grave problems both for the bank itself and for its customers. The growing use of digital technologies increases the risk of cyber-attacks and unauthorized access to customer financial data. Giv-en the above, neobanks should pay due attention to cyber security and ensure the highest protection of their customers’ data. Operation shortcomings, technical issues, and work breakdowns also present a considerable risk, as they can negatively affect the customer's trust and lead to the loss of business partners and reputation. Therefore, the success of neobanks depends on the ability to effectively manage these specific risks and ensure a high level of security for their financial services. The scientific novelty of the obtained results lies in the proposed parametric model for estimating the integrated neobanks’ risks drawing on the specified component risks. The research findings can be applied to elaborating a framework of project documents for promoting the development of neobanking while designing the ne-obanks’ risk management policy based on the proposed parametric risk estimation approach. The conducted study is promising in terms of opening up perspectives for future research, in particular as regards the effectiveness of neobanks’ risk management given the digitalization in the economic sphere.

Strategic SWOT – factor analysis of a textile company – a case study

SWOT-Factor Analysis of a Textile Company is used to recognize and solve the problem of the constantly changing fashion market and to search for opportunities for the realization of textile products. To analyse the problem of the unresolved economic environment in the textile industry, it needs to follow the policies for sustainable development while developing and showing higher productivity and strengthening its market position. We used a survey and a SWOT-factor matrix. A survey related to the production of textiles and clothing was conducted, and the degree of importance of the respondents' answers and the position they hold in their work organization was determined. A SWOT-factor matrix has been compiled, eliminating the shortcomings of existing solutions in this field. Issues are analysed to describe the strengths and weaknesses of the company. A strategic intensity at level ρ 0.5 means that the company must adopt a conservative development strategy. A diagram of strategic quadrilateral and a diagram of specific strategies have been drawn up, and recommendations have been made for the company's work in the direction of its effective development. The company must adopt a conservative development strategy. For future work of study, it will be possible to control the actions taken and to give an accurate assessment of the performed analysis over a certain period.

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF FORMING THE ARCHITECTURE OF NON-FORMAL EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

The article presents the results of the author's research on implementing the main principles of the architectural formation of non-formal education institutions (NFEI). A scheme of their interconnection and implementation at three levels (environment, object and element) has also been presented.
 The formulation of each principle and the necessary clarifications regarding their operation both in the field of architecture and in related fields have been provided in the article. These principles are the principle of systemic transformations, the principle of differentiated openness, the principle of typological and functional flexibility, the principle of concentration and branching, the principle of functional planning adaptability and variability, and the principle of functional accessibility. A scheme for the implementation of those main principles of the formation of NFEI architecture at the environment, object and element levels has been created. It was revealed that the principle of system transformation (system input) is closely related to analytics and strategy for the formation of the architecture of such institutions, and shows itself in the area of principled decision-making and operates at the environmental level which is under the influence of external factors. The principle of systemic transformations (systemic input) sets into action others that, when implemented, produce a certain architectural product that affects both the subsystems of non-formal education and the changing society as a whole (systemic output). Such a process is delayed in time and illustrates constant dynamic changes in the social, educational and architectural and construction sectors, as components of the system. The functional and structural justification lies in the zone of formation of NFEI concepts, it is here that place and time for taking decisions about "cooperation" or "in-depth specialization", such decisions are made both at the level of the environment and at the level of the object. The adaptability of such institutions is a powerful component of both the analytics and the practice of forming the architecture of the NFEI, which is analytically considered in the article using a strategic SWOT analysis. The main design methods and solutions are in the area of material realization of the NFEI architecture formation. The main principles are implemented thanks to such decisions and are a system output that affects the principle of system transformations but is delayed in time. Therefore, the theory of the formation of non-formal education institutions architecture consists in the implementation of the above-mentioned basic principles with the help of multi-faceted techniques, which should be optimally applied for each situation at the level of the element, the object and the environment. Clear consecutive algorithms currently do not exist, because a lot of positions depend on the actual design task. That is why the typological approach to the formation of the architecture of non-formal education institutions as separate types of buildings is currently ineffective and does not work. But the methodical approaches that were outlined above in the modern world could help to provide certain mechanisms and practical approaches that will allow the creation of architectural objects for new types of educational institutions.

SWOT-аналіз фіскальних детермінантів розвитку територіальних громад в Україні

Modern aspects of the reconstruction and development of local self-government bodies in Ukraine require a thorough analysis of risk factors and threats in order to develop effective methods to counteract them. In this perspective, the use of SWOT analysis will help identify strengths and prospects for the effective functioning of territorial communities, taking into account the key determinants of fiscal policy and fiscal federalism. The main aim of the article is to study the trends in the reconstruction and development of the economy of local self-government bodies using the method of SWOT analysis of the determinants of fiscal policy and fiscal federalism. The article examines the effectiveness of the application of strategic SWOT analysis of the functioning of local self-government bodies on the basis of key parameters of fiscal policy and fiscal federalism. It is argued that on the basis of the SWOT analysis and approximation of the original approaches of fiscal federalism, the territorial community in the strategic perspective of managerial decision-making will achieve a synergistic effect in terms of financing priority budget expenditures. The effects are systematized and the priorities of stabilization and development of socioeconomic processes in territorial communities are outlined due to: changes in the redistribution of shares of the personal income tax in the budgets of all levels; expanding the powers of local self-government bodies in the field of administration of local taxes and fees, in particular, the tax on real estate other than land; intensification of actions in the direction of application of investment and (or) innovative tax credit for promising business entities of the national and international level for the implementation of measures to restore and modernize the infrastructure of the territorial community; full-fledged implementation of the State and public control and monitoring of the efficiency of budget expenditures, etc.

Tax management in the conditions of the crisis

The article is devoted to the study of the problems of state tax management in the Republic of Kazakhstan.The initial condition is the absence of uniform methodological and methodical approachesto the formation and organization of tax management, including in conditions of extreme economicinstability. The main research methods used were: analysis and synthesis, systemic and institutional approaches,methods of induction and deduction, the method of designing hypotheses. The directions ofmodernization of the tax regulation system, the impact of mechanisms, methods and tools of tax managementon various segments of the national economy, primarily on the industries that ensure economicgrowth, have been investigated. In order to improve the efficiency of fiscal regulation, a scenario modelingis proposed, which makes it possible to assess the effect of the implementation of various situationson fiscal revenues and key macroeconomic indicators. The result of the study is the development ofdirections, measures of economic, administrative, financial, political development of the modern levelof tax management based on the analysis of the current state of the national tax system, scenario modeling,as well as the empirical design of the strategic SWOT analysis matrix. The theoretical and practicalsignificance of the study lies in substantiating the need for adaptive tax regulation and tax managementin order to ensure sustainable growth of the national economy.Key words: tax regulation, crisis, tax system, sustainable economic growth, scenario modeling.

Analysis of The Implementation of ISPO Certification on Smallholder Oil Palm Plantation in Beringin Jaya Cooperation Koto Ringin Village Mempura Sub-District Siak District

ISPO certification for oil palm smallholders is based on four principles: plantation legality, smallholder organization and management, environmental management, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The goal of this study is to examine how ISPO standards are used in oil palm smallholder cooperatives and to develop an ISPO application strategy for relevant stakeholders. The research was carried out at the Beringin Jaya Cooperative in the Siak District. A survey method was used to collect primary data from direct interviews with planters and secondary data from government agencies. The total number of people who took part in this study was 66, and the respondents were chosen at random sampling. This study employs descriptive qualitative analysis as well as strategic SWOT matrices for strategic analysis. According to the findings, the cooperative follows 54.17 percents of ISPO standards or 26 out of 48 indicators. This research suggests some development strategies to meet ISPO standards, such as providing assistance and direction to smallholders through government agencies to avoid negative consequences during the certification process, technical assistance, agricultural counseling and training, government and financial institution funding, and the use of cooperatives, farmer groups, and mills to disseminate ISPO standards to farmers.

ЕКОНОМІЧНИЙ ЗМІСТ КОНТРОЛІНГУ УПРАВЛІННЯ ЯКІСТЮ ПРОДУКЦІЇ

The purpose of any product is to meet the needs of consumers. The ability of products to meet these needs depends, first of all, on product quality. Thus, one of the most important conditions for a successful development of an enterprise is the effective management of the quality of products at all stages of its production. A special place in the quality management of products is quality control. It is control as one of the effective means of achieving the goals set and the most important function of management promotes the correct use of those that objectively exist, as well as the conditions created by man and the conditions of production of high quality. From the measure of excellence in quality control, its technical equipment and organization depends largely on the efficiency of production in general.The main factors influencing the quality management of products are the factors of the internal and external environment of the enterprise. To factors of the internal environment it is necessary to attribute organizational-legal form, stage of life cycle, appearance (large, medium, small), availability and quality of used financial, labor (and other) resources, type of products, general corporate, competitive and functional development strategies.The factors of the external environment should include: loyalty of the legislation of the industry, capacity and geographical location of the market of influence, the level of competition and the pace of development of socio-economic processes in the region, the development of infrastructure, the forms and methods of financial development of the enterprise.All of these factors should be taken into account in the process of choosing a type of managerial action to control product quality. In order to determine the most significant factors of a particular enterprise, the matrix of strategic SWOT analysis should be used.The structure of the quality control and control methods varies depending on the quality control operations involved. Therefore, the description of the specifics of changes in the composition of parameters and control methods should be carried out within the framework of quality control operations.

Развитие дорожно-транспортной инфраструктуры сельской местности как элемента качества жизни населения

Проанализирована дорожно-транспортная инфраструктура Орловской области на федеральном и региональном уровнях по таким показателям, как протяженность, плотность, техническое состояние и доступность для населения автомобильных дорог местного значения, а также автобусного сообщения. Приведено сравнение с мировыми показателями за аналогичный период (2005 – 2015 гг.). Также проанализированы объем выделенных субсидий на софинансирование расходов субъектов РФ на строительство и реконструкцию автомобильных дорог общего пользования с твердым покрытием и их плотность; доля автомобильных дорог общего пользования, не отвечающих нормативным требованиям; численность погибших и раненых в результате дорожно-транспортных происшествий; сельские населенные пункты, не имеющие связи по дорогам с твердым покрытием, с сетью дорог общего пользования региона; доля населения, проживающего в населенных пунктах, не имеющих регулярного автобусного и (или) сообщения с административным центром муниципального района, в общей численности муниципального района. На примере Орловской области представлен стратегический SWOT-анализ развития транспортной инфраструктуры, а также предложены направления дальнейшего стратегического развития данного направления. Рассмотрены результаты господдержки в виде софинансирования расходов субъектов РФ на строительство и реконструкцию автомобильных дорог общего пользования с твердым покрытием. Показано, что во всех регионах Центрального федерального округа, в том числе и Орловской области, существуют схожие проблемы развития дорожно-транспортной инфраструктуры сельских территорий. Наиболее остро стоит проблема строительства проселочных дорог, приближенных по комфортности к дорогам регионального значения, что требует эффективной реализации действующих программ развития села.

STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN PARIWISATA ALTERNATIF DI DESA PELAGA KECAMATAN PETANG KABUPATEN BADUNG

Based on the Regulation of Regent of Badung Number: 47 Year 2010 concerning Determination of Destinations in Badung Tourism Village, Badung Regency has eleven regional tourist village. One of them developed a decent tourist village is Pelaga Village located at Petang District. It is substantially developed as a community based Tourism destination. Issues raised in this research are: (1) The possibilities for what that support Pelaga Village to be developed as a tourist attraction; (2) How Pelaga village community support of village development plans such as a tourist attraction; and (3) How Pelaga Village Development Strategy as a tourist attraction.The purpose of this research are: (1) To determine the potential Pelaga Village as a tourist attraction; (2) To know the local community support at Pelaga Village of village development plans as a Tourist Attraction; (3) To know the Village Development Strategy as an alternative tourism.The data used in this research is qualitative and quantitative data which a purposive sample taken. The data has been collected and analyzed by descriptive qualitative and SWOT analysis. The results of this study indicate, that Pelaga Village tourist attractive destination has a decent variety of tourism potential to be developed and has met four (4) an important component in the tourism industry which is known as the four A's: Attraction (tourist attractions), Accessibility (access to reach the tourist areas) , Amenity (facilities and tourism services), and ancillary (institutional and human resources supporting tourism). In addition, the local communities are involved directly in providing of tourism support facilities and in developing Pelaga Village. In the future Pelaga Village can be developed by implementing some strategies such as strategic SWOT ; SO, ST, WO, and WT strategies. The results of this study are expected can give some positive contributions in planning, developing strategies for Pelaga Village in the future time, one day it will give a good impact on the development and economic growth and social and cultural life of local communities.

Serviço de referência virtual: uma análise estratégica por meio da aplicação da matriz SWOT

O Serviço de Referência Virtual (SRV) diz respeito às formas de prestação de serviço de referência e informação por meioda utilização de tecnologia da informação, com o intuito de oferecer uma série de benefícios aos seus usuários. Como ainda se trata de uma tecnologia recente, existem muitos recursos que podem ser explorados em benefício de todos os envolvidos, como as bibliotecas universitárias e usuários deste serviço. Para que estes benefícios possam ser usufruídos, este estudo se propõe a aplicar a metodologia de análise estratégica SWOT em um site de uma biblioteca universitária, com a intenção de identificar os principais pontos fortes, pontos fracos, ameaças e oportunidades do serviço de referência virtual. Foi possível verificar que o SRV é uma oportunidade para aumentar a satisfação do usuário e, também, a interação das bibliotecas universitárias com seus usuários.Palavras-chave: Serviço de Referência Virtual. Análise SWOT. Biblioteca Universitária.Link: http://www.revistas.usp.br/incid/article/view/106227/118536

Serviço de Referência Virtual: uma análise estratégica por meio da aplicação da matriz SWOT

O Serviço de Referência Virtual (SRV) diz respeito às formas de prestação de serviço de referência e informação por meioda utilização de tecnologia da informação, com o intuito de oferecer uma série de benefícios aos seus usuários. Como ainda se trata de uma tecnologia recente, existem muitos recursos que podem ser explorados em benefício de todos os envolvidos, como as bibliotecas universitárias e usuários deste serviço. Para que estes benefícios possam ser usufruídos, este estudo se propõe a aplicar a metodologia de análise estratégica SWOT em um site de uma biblioteca universitária, com a intenção de identificar os principais pontos fortes, pontos fracos, ameaças e oportunidades do serviço de referência virtual. Foi possível verificar que o SRV é uma oportunidade para aumentar a satisfação do usuário e, também, a interação das bibliotecas universitárias com seus usuários.

INFRASTRUCTURE AS SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTOR OF DEVELOPMENT OF PHYSICAL CULTURE AND SPORT

Social infrastructure in general and physical culture and sport in particular plays a huge role in ensuring a decent quality of life of the population, including in rural areas. Unresolved issues in the field of physical culture and sports led to a restriction in the availability of services and do not contribute to the full satisfaction of needs of the population. The article provides the analysis of the sphere of physical culture and sports at the regional and municipal levels. By results of the conducted strategic SWOT analysis were to identify the main problems in this field and prospective ways of development on the example of the Orel region.

Strategi Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Pesisir Secara Terpadu Di Kota Semarang (Studi Kasus Di Kelurahan Mangunharjo)

In coastal resource management is the key issue is still very large number of coastal communities whose income is below the average standard specified and is still dealing with health issues, lack of clean water, abrasion. The decline in environmental quality and carrying capacity. Limited facilities and infrastructure, as well as accessibility and the level of funding available include programs for sustainable resource management. Implementation of coordination or cooperation and optimizing the utilization of existing coastal resources is a solution to the problem of coastal community empowerment. However, until now the condition of the community empowerment can not be run with the maximum. The purpose of this study is to analyze the conditions of empowerment, analyzing environmental strategies, identify constraints, identify the enabling and inhibiting factors, identify key success factors, and provide a recommendation strategy for empowerment of coastal communities in Mangunharjo empowerment by analyzing the condition of coastal communities with environmental strategic SWOT analysis . Were then carried out the identification of strategic issues which further tested the Litmus Test as a way to define strategic issues existing empowerment of coastal communities. In this qualitative study using snowball sampling technique (snowball sampling). Method of data collection used in this study is the in-depth interview techniques and selecting the speakers with a purposive system. From the results obtained, the conclusions obtained are the condition of coastal resources that exist in the Village Mangunharjo constantly increasing. A key success factor for coordination and cooperation strategies for the empowerment of coastal communities, namely the implementation of coordination or cooperation fatherly mentoring and development of processed marine and administrative training includes training on the operation of the network use the Internet, as well as preparing the budget allocation for the program to be executed

Artisanal Fishermen Contribution for the Integrated and Sustainable Coastal Management – Application of Strategic SWOT Analysis

This study evaluates the contribution of artisanal fishermen that live in small-scale fishing communities, for the coastal integrated and sustainable management. Generally, there is almost no dialogue between these professionals of the small-scale fishing, the scientific community, the technical experts, as well as policy-makers related with the coastal areas management. This conjuncture compromises the implementation of integrated and sustainable management plans, for which this study should contribute. The approach was performed as an interdisciplinary exercise, essentially using qualitative methods; it was based on a dialogal methodology, the interview, semi-structured, directed to a panel of privileged informers. The small-scale fishing communities studied have different frameworks and are located in several NUTS II of the Portuguese territory. The Strategic SWOT Analysis was performed to the categories which emerged from the qualitative content analysis of the interviews. The study of the categories “Artisanal fishermen” and “Associativism” allowed their characterization and the establishment of Strategic Recommendations and Strategy Supporting the Political Decision-making related with integrated and sustainable coastal development. When included in feasibility studies, the artisanal fishermen's proposals can permit the implementation and execution of management plans, more efficient and connected to the reality; in the present case, an inclusive perspective to the littoral integrated and sustainable development.

Lo Evaluation And Efects Of Swot Analyse In Albania

The implementation of the strategy involves all the working groups in planning, designing, conducting product or service, development, evaluation and marketing. The implementation of the strategy is the process where you include all groups working in the management supervisory in the accomplishment of its mission. If during the process of implementing the strategy, the strategy chosen are not able to overcome the difficulties arising from the external or internal shortcomings in the company then the company can change the strategy, choosing one of the alternative scenarios defined in a strategic SWOT analysis carried out above to overcome difficulties and facilitate the work of all groups to achieve their goals in full-filling the mission. Often e-learning is used not only to obtain knowledge rather than to provide competency (knowledge and apply that change the behaviour), which can be difficult to win. It's very important to reach those who take lessons, be motivated to apply them. The fact that e-learning is available does not mean that it will be used. There are many reasons why it can‘t happen: poor content, poor implementation plan, the discrepancies between students and business needs, lack of management support, poorly integrated components, lack of time or place for the training, lack of or ineffective marketing, the failure of values organizational training, etc. Whatever the reason or combination of them, the end result is the same: the formation does not reach the target and the objectives of the organization valuable resources are dissipated. To avoid all these six areas should be considered: Planning, coordination, integration, motivation and support, marketing and communications, evaluation and improvement.

Strategic SWOT analysis of public, private and not‐for‐profit festival organisations

PurposeThis analysis relates to the strategic orientation of public, private and not‐for‐profit festivals and the adoption of stakeholder, financial, marketing and management strategies that enable them to achieve their organisational objectives. The paper aims to address these issues.Design/methodology/approachIn order to test the effectiveness of this new strategic SWOT approach, data from the four‐country study of festivals were employed to investigate how a strategic approach can be adopted by festival managers in the public, private and not‐for‐profit sector. The strategic issues that confront all festivals, including, financial management and related issues of costs, revenue, sponsorship and support are the subject of analysis.FindingsThe findings indicate that among festival managers there are some interesting and significant differences between the three ownership types in terms of their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Private and non‐profit festivals are comparatively more strategic in responding to financial opportunities, threats and weaknesses and public festivals are more dependent on a single stakeholder and source of revenue. Other significant differences exist in terms of stakeholder management and sponsorship strategies, which can be explained with reference to resource dependency theory.Research limitations/implicationsStrategic SWOT analysis can provide a more rigorous and structured approach to researching the multiple challenges that festival managers face and the strategies they adopt. This paper demonstrates that it has some utility in identifying strategies in response to financial, stakeholder and sponsorship imperatives.Practical implicationsStrategic SWOT analysis provides event and festival managers with a new tool for understanding the range of challenges and opportunities that they can address through adopting a more strategic response.Originality/valueThe field of festival and event management studies is largely devoid of any literature with reference to analysis of strategies that different festivals adopt in response to identified weaknesses, opportunities and threats. This paper provides new insights into the strategic management of public, private and not‐for‐profit festival organisations using an original approach and an extensive four‐country dataset.

Strategic knowledge benchmarking system (SKBS): a knowledge‐based strategic management information system for firms

In accordance with the resource‐based view and the activity‐based view, sustainable competitive advantages are mainly due to core knowledge that, together with tangible and (especially) intangible resources, develops competitive products and services through the appropriate activities and processes of the value chain. Strategic knowledge benchmarking system (SKBS) is a knowledge‐based strategic management information system framework that has been built drawing direct inspiration from both the above‐mentioned perspectives and tries to refine the classic strategic SWOT analysis. This paper carefully describes OSKBS, one of the two versions of SKBS, and shows the main benefits to be obtained from the systematic use of OSKBS. The SKBS system has been successfully piloted in more than 40 small and medium size European enterprises.