Strategic Use Research Articles

Prophetic dissent in dark times: the new Poor People’s Campaign and the rhetoric of national redemption

ABSTRACT In this paper, we offer an analysis of an important social movement challenging the fantasy of Christian nationalism: the new Poor People’s Campaign, and specifically the rhetoric of the Bishop Dr. William J. Barber II. We argue that Barber’s rhetoric represents a source of dissent against Christian nationalism through his strategic use of the jeremiad. Barber’s progressive jeremiad offers a distinctively moral narrative that recovers the radical Christian legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ultimately, we argue that Barber’s jeremiad advances a distinctive narrative of American national redemption through democratic renewal and reconstruction.

Digitalization, Branding, and Network Collaboration Strategy among SMTEs: Preliminary Qualitative Analysis

The primary objective of this research is to develop strategies enabling Small and Medium Tourism Enterprises (SMTEs) to effectively navigate and actively participate in digital transformation and collaborative networks. Employing a qualitative methodology with the application of Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) analysis, data for this study is gathered through direct observations and interviews involving stakeholders in the tourism industry, local government, village authorities, and tourism business associations such as PHRI (Persatuan Hotel dan Restoran Indonesia) and BPW (Badan Pariwisata Wisatawan). The key findings underscore the significance of (1) fostering a positive service reputation culture, (2) involving diverse stakeholders in establishing a sustainable tourism destination management system, and (3) reinforcing tourism promotion efforts through the strategic use of expanded digital media channels. The practical implications of this research extend to providing tangible guidance for SMTEs to actively enhance their services for tourists. The distinctive contributions of this study manifest in three key dimensions. Firstly, the introduction of the service reputation culture as an innovative approach supports the evolution of novel services in the tourism industry. Secondly, it addresses the underexplored research theme of SMTEs, filling a significant knowledge gap. Thirdly, the utilization of QSPM analysis in this study showcases originality, as this analytical method is rarely employed in analogous contexts. Consequently, this research contributes unprecedented insights to the strategic understanding of SMTEs within the realm of service reputation culture, paving the way for innovative and informed approaches in the tourism industry.

Community Empowerment through Enhancement of Pule Payung Tourist Spot Potential in Soropati, Hargotirto, Kokap, Kulon Progo, Special Region of Yogyakarta

Abstract. This article presents a community service initiative focused on enhancing the potential of Pule Payung, a significant tourist destination in Indonesia, through community empowerment and the strategic use of information technology in tourism promotion. Recognizing the challenges such as inadequate infrastructure and limited understanding of sustainable tourism management, the program provided a series of training and workshops for the local community, including basic IT training, social media and digital platform workshops, TikTok training, and photography and videography training. A sustainable Information Technology Management Team was also formed as part of the service. These efforts were evaluated through continuous mentoring and feedback sessions to ensure their effectiveness. The initiative resulted in the creation of effective digital content for promoting Pule Payung, with the local community playing an active role. The service project showcases the potential of combining community empowerment and digital technology to augment tourism, yielding broader economic, social, and environmental benefits for local communities and the wider Indonesian society.

Impact of the Russian-Ukrainian Conflict on the International Situation in Russia

The complex Russo-Ukrainian conflict, rooted in historical, political, and territorial contentions, has far-reaching implications that extend beyond regional boundaries. This ongoing conflict has fundamentally reshaped Russia's global stance through its multifaceted impact on Western relations, economic repercussions, security recalibrations, and strategic use of propaganda. In navigating a way forward, diplomatic negotiations, leveraging multilateral forums, and addressing core grievances emerge as promising avenues. Diplomacy, facilitated by impartial mediators, emerges as a pivotal instrument for mutual comprehension and conflict resolution. Embracing multilateralism and active participation in international organizations not only fosters open dialogues but also facilitates collaborative solutions. An essential component of lasting tranquility involves addressing underlying issues, encompassing concerns over minority rights and disputed territories. Successfully resolving these foundational matters holds the potential to restore Russia's credibility, cultivate cross-border collaboration, and bolster the stability of the region. By embracing productive diplomatic initiatives, Russia can look forward to fortifying its global relations, fostering economic progress, and strengthening the foundations of international security. In the midst of these challenges, the quest for peaceful resolutions underscores the potential for broader international cooperation, ultimately contributing to a more stable and prosperous global landscape.

In other words: the strategic use of Nasa Indigenous language in legal settings

After 56 years of internal armed conflict, Colombia undertook a transitional justice process and established the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (SJP or JEP in Spanish) as the court in charge of resolving cases related to the conflict. In 2018, the JEP opened a case to investigate gross violations committed against the Nasa Indigenous people and their ancestral territory during armed conflict. In the proceedings before the JEP, Nasa authorities and lawyers, most of whom are fluent in Spanish, have been purposely using linguistic constructions in Nasa Yuwe, their native language. This article explores the purpose behind this linguistic practice and its potential implication for the JEP and international law. Through critical discourse analysis and socio-linguistic analysis of legal documents, the article outlines different strategic uses of language by an ethnic minority, such as the Nasa, to strengthen and broaden their rights.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF MOSQUE DA’WAH: ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING AND INNOVATION IN THE DIGITAL AGE

Mosques play a crucial role in religious development, prompting several to enhance their management systems and religious activities through digital transformation. This study critically examines the digital transformation in da'wah at Masjid Al Irsyad, integrating organizational learning theory and contemporary digital innovation. Employing a case study methodology, the research identifies five key dimensions of transformation: the development of innovative online da'wah initiatives, strategic modifications in da'wah methodologies, increased participant engagement, comprehensive training in multimedia, and the establishment of sustainable financial frameworks. Theoretically, the study enriches our understanding of integrating traditional religious practices with modern technology. Practically, it highlights the strategic use of social media for broader da'wah dissemination, the creation of responsive educational programs, and the implementation of sustainable financial models. These insights are crucial for religious organizations aiming to harmonize traditional values with the digital age's demands.

Fight or flight? Explaining the role of the European Parliament in the establishment of the Recovery and Resilience Facility

ABSTRACT During the COVID-19 crisis, the European Parliament (EP) had an opportunity to shape Europe’s economic recovery and strengthen its institutional prerogatives through the establishment of the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). Despite influencing policies and securing soft account-holding powers, the EP failed to assert itself as a budgetary authority in the RRF implementation process. Budgetary authority is a fundamental element in democratic governance as it allows elected representatives to supervise the allocation of public funds and enforce accountability for government spending choices. This article explains the EP’s failure to maximise its budgetary powers and argues that the urgency of the crisis and the strategic use of norm-based arguments inadvertently undermined its bargaining position. The EP’s entrapment in its own rhetorical action is proposed as the main explanation for this outcome. The EP had long emphasised key aspects of the RRF, such as financing through common European debt issuance. As even the most hesitant member states eventually agreed on many of these issues, the EP could not obstruct or delay negotiations without being publicly exposed for inconsistencies between its past rhetoric and present actions. Consequently, it risked being shamed for prioritising its institutional ego over the common European interest.

Narrating Institutional Logics into Effect: Coherence Across Cognitive, Political, and Emotional Elements

Through an ethnographic study of decision making in a rape crisis center, I explore how institutional logics come to be through interactions. Zooming in on storytelling interactions and slowing down to follow their evolution, I find that collective cognitive, political, and emotional elements mediated the narration of logics into effect. While the interactions unfolded within a space of possibilities determined by logics, co-narrators still put much cognitive effort into negotiating which logic was relevant and how it implicated specific ways of understanding and responding to events. Narrators’ subject positions and their perceived interests and emotions also mediated the work of logics on the ground. Decisions were determined by degrees of coherence across these cognitive, political, and emotional elements. When there was high or moderate coherence, the decision followed the resolution implied by the narration. When coherence was low, decision makers rejected the decision implied by the narration. Coherence, then, constrained people’s agency to invoke institutional logic. These results offer compelling new theory about how institutional logics work: logics are neither deterministic nor freely manipulated but instantiated through collective and situated dynamics that set limits on their strategic use.

Optimizing the Use of Artificial Intelligence-Powered GPTs as Teaching and Research Assistants by Professors in Higher Education Institutions: A Study on Smart Utilization

Purpose: Optimizing the effective utilization AI-powered GPts by professors in academics and research aims to address various objectives. Firstly, it seeks to explore the potential applications of AI-Powered GPTs in the Higher Education Industry. Secondly, the paper aims to assess the current utilization of AI-Powered GPTs by professors in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). It further investigates the desired status of professors in employing AI-powered GPTs as Teaching and Research Assistants. Additionally, the research analyzes the roles of Teaching and Research Assistants for professors in HEIs, emphasizing the transformative impact of AI-powered GPTs in these roles. Methodology: Adopting exploratory research method, the paper contends that AI-powered GPTs can serve as invaluable virtual Teaching and Research Assistants, eliminating the need for human counterparts and enhancing overall productivity. Furthermore, ethical and legal considerations related to the use of AI-powered GPTs in these roles are evaluated. Result/Analysis: The paper uses ABCD analysis framework to analyse the advantages, benefits, constraints, and disadvantages of using AI-powered GPTs as teaching assistants and research assistants. The research paper concludes by providing practical recommendations on the strategic and ethical use of AI-powered GPTs by professors in Higher Educational Institutions and Universities, emphasizing their role as Teaching and Research Assistants to optimize academic and research responsibilities through ABCD analysis and Smart usage strategies. Originality/Value: The paper focuses on how Professors in HRIs and Universities can use AI-powered GPTs in an effective manner to eliminate the burden on their Teaching Assistants and Research Assistants and accelerate both academic responsibilities and research responsibilities to improve their productivity. Paper Type: Exploratory Research.

Dimensionality of writing attitude, strategic use, and confidence: an investigation on Grade 4 students in a largely Hispanic setting

Dimensionality of writing attitude, strategic use, and confidence: an investigation on Grade 4 students in a largely Hispanic setting

UNRAVELING THE NARRATIVE STRUCTURES IN YOUTUBE VLOGS: A QUALITATIVE CONTENT ANALYSIS

Vlogging, a primary content form on YouTube, employs the power of narrative to engage audiences and convey meanings. This research undertakes an exploration of the narrative structures within YouTube vlogs across various genres, providing insights into how these narratives are constructed and the implications they hold for audience engagement and perception. By leveraging a qualitative content analysis methodology, a diverse set of vlogs was selected, a coding scheme was developed to classify different aspects of narrative structure, and an in-depth analysis was conducted. The findings reveal a dynamic interplay of narrative elements that heighten viewer engagement and shape perceptions. Also, the research discusses how these narrative structures contribute to the semantics of the vlogs, bringing to light the subtleties of message conveyance and storytelling in this digital medium. The research unveils the semiotic richness of vlogs, elucidating how signs and symbols are used within narratives to create deeper meanings. The study uncovers key findings, including the prevalent narrative elements, the strategic use of semantics and semiotics, diverse imagery choices, emotional tones, and audience engagement tactics, offering valuable insights for content creators and researchers in understanding YouTube vlogs’ narrative complexities. This study contributes to a nuanced understanding of digital storytelling on YouTube, offering valuable insights for content creators, researchers, and digital media strategists. Keywords: YouTube Vlogs, Narrative Structures, Digital Storytelling, Semiotics, Semantics, Audience Engagement

Innovation Framework for Financial Excellence: Banks, FinTech and the Regulators

Financial innovations like peer-to-peer payment and digital currency, mostly introduced by FinTech companies, are perceived as disruptions to Financial Institutions (FIs). For banks, transformation to digital banking helps initially but quickly intensifies the challenge to change with speed and scale given the diversity of such disruptions. Who are banks competing with? What will banking be competing on? Interesting questions like these, which were not even relevant a decade ago, are pushing banks to innovate about the products, services, branches, and operations, if not the very core model of banking. For example, applying pay cuts into the profit margin but emerging innovation of Blockchain raises the questions of whether banks should accept Bitcoin or re-invent the trade finance service. Consumers do seem to benefit initially as competition encourages banks to lower the service fees and design new products in the quest of enhancing customer experience. Nevertheless, all come with a price, for instance digital frontier becomes a fertile ground for fraud and Regulators may jump in at calculated moment. This helps to level the competition or curtail intrusion into the space of customer privacy. Reluctantly, however, regulators, FinTech companies and banks now enter the impossible trinity, or what economists call the trilemma, which is the core issue our research focuses on. This paper develops an empirical framework for banks to embrace disruptive innovation from FinTech start-ups and associated legal or regulatory changes and to create competitive advantage through strategic use of enterprise data that are originated in the bank or acquired by the bank. Lab works in multiple North American banks have been first anonymized to protect the interest of all engaged parties and then harmonized to mature the empirical models based on first-hand evidence in three directions: Customer Experience Enhancement, Digital Product Design and Fraud Management. Foundation of the framework, however, builds on research works in digital banking, social engineering, data science, decision modeling, fraud detection algorithms, digital currency, and regulations adaptive to societal transformations enabled by application of artificial intelligence and Internet of Things. Rather than locking in rigid industry trend, often heavily depend on hence limited by technology, the framework focuses on translating theory or strategy into product and actionable steps that have direct and measurable impact. Data is the key enabler. Data monetization is a good example. Results from Banking Labs work are the proof, and the value will be even more pronounced as expected results come by to validate and optimize the framework and its implementation.

Quality management system in hotels

The article examines the strategic use of real estate leasing in the hotel business as an effective tool for not only providing the necessary premises, but also optimizing costs and time, contributing to the sustainable development of the hospitality industry. Special emphasis is placed on key elements of quality management such as bank guarantees, insurance, and lending, providing marketing professionals with new insights for effective advertising campaigns and customer acquisition.

Strategic use of crude H2 for the catalytic reduction of carbonyl compounds

Toward a more efficient use of crude H2 without its energy-consuming purification and/or composition regulation processes, this study employs gaseous mixtures of H2, CO, CO2, and CH4 for the catalytic hydrogenation of aldehydes and ketones in the presence of strategically designed triarylboranes and 4-methyltetrahydropyrane as a greener ethereal solvent. The present results emphasize the unexplored utility of less-toxic main-group catalysis for the catalytic hydrogenation using CO- and CO2-rich crude H2. This stands in contrast to the well-established transition-metal catalysis that generally requires purified H2.

Interviewing to Detect Lies About Opinions: The Devil’s Advocate Approach

The verbal cues lie tellers spontaneously report during interviews are weak and unreliable (DePaulo et al., 20023; Vrij, Hartwig, & Granhag, 2019). Researchers therefore asked for interview protocols to be developed that would elicit such verbal cues (Vrij & Granhag, 2012). Ten years later several interview protocols have emerged (Vrij, Granhag et al., 2022), including Cognitive Credibility Assessment (Vrij, Fisher, & Blank, 2017; Vrij, Mann et al., 2021), Reality Interviewing (Bogaard et el., 2019; Colwell et al., 2007), the Strategic Use of Evidence (Granhag & Harwig, 2015; Hartwig et al., 2014) and the Verifiability Approach (Nahari, 2019; Palena et al., 2021). All these interview protocols focus on distinguishing between truthful and deceptive statements about alleged activities. However, practitioners are also interested in detecting lies when people discuss their opinions. The Devil’s Advocate Approach is the only interview protocol we are aware of aimed to distinguish between truthful and deceptive opinions. In this article we present the (scarce) Devil’s Advocate Approach research conducted to date.

Cultural Fusion Unleashed: Analyzing Xiaomi’s Multifaceted Brand Communication Strategy across Global, Chinese, and Egyptian Social Media Channels

The paper analyzes Xiaomi’s social media posts on Facebook and Weibo, addressing three different audiences: the global audience, the Egyptian audience, and the Chinese audience. Its primary aim is to dissect Xiaomi’s strategies in employing local, global, or glocal approaches within its intercultural brand communication. To achieve this, the study employs a multimodal framework that integrates brand communication and linguistics, allowing for a comprehensive examination of Xiaomi’s digital marketing strategies through brand personality appeals and the strategic use of linguistic features. The paper finds that Xiaomi displays an exciting personality on its global and Chinese social media pages, while it reflects a competent personality on its Egyptian social media page. The study also finds that Xiaomi employs culture-specific linguistic features in its social media posts, including intimate address forms for its Chinese audience, colloquial expressions for its global audience, and codemixing and dialect for its Egyptian audience. These insights not only affirm the existing literature’s observations of cultural disparities in intercultural marketing but also contribute to our understanding of how global brands strategically adapt to diverse cultural contexts.

Optimizing Phosphorus Fertilizer Use on the Loess Plateau: Impact on Soil Properties and Crop Production Efficiency

Various phosphorus (P) fertilizers are commonly utilized in agricultural production on the Loess Plateau. However, there exists a widespread issue of improper matching between P fertilizers, crop types, and soil types. This study proposes a scientifically based approach to managing phosphate fertilizer through a matching experiment. A field experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of different P fertilizers on soil P profiles in a wheat–corn rotation between October 2017 and September 2021. The experiment adopted a randomized block design. P fertilizer was applied as a basal fertilizer at rates of 115 kg P2O5 ha−1 during the wheat season and 90 kg P2O5 ha−1 during the maize season. Nitrogen (N) fertilizer application rates were 120 kg N ha−1 for wheat and 180 kg N ha−1 for maize. N fertilizer was divided into two applications, with 60% applied at pre-planting and 40% at the jointing stage of wheat or the V12 stage of maize. P fertilizer variants utilized in the study included ammonium dihydrogen, ammonium phosphate, calcium-magnesia phosphate fertilizer, calcium superphosphate, and ammonium polyphosphate. The transformation process of phosphate was examined, revealing that the commonly considered dominant diammonium phosphate fertilizer was not the optimal choice in this production system. Ammonium polyphosphate, calcium superphosphate, and ammonium dihydrogen were deemed more suitable for application in Loess soil. Furthermore, an analysis was conducted on the relationship between P fractions, soil properties, and soil Olsen-P. This research emphasizes the significance of strategic phosphate fertilizer use in agriculture to ensure efficient production and to help address the global P scarcity.

Usefulness of functional tests in the diagnosis of allergic asthma

Respiratory function tests are of crucial importance in the diagnosis, assessment and management of asthma. Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation and airway obstruction, affects millions of people globally. Respiratory function tests, such as spirometry and bronchial challenge tests, are vital tools in determining the severity and type of asthma, providing objective data on lung function. This article highlights how these tests help in personalizing treatment, allowing doctors to adjust medication regimens and monitor their effectiveness. It also discusses the role of the tests in identifying patients’ responses to various triggers and in the management of asthma exacerbations. Through the regular and strategic use of respiratory function tests, better asthma control can be achieved, significantly improving the patients’ quality of life.

Relics and rapprochement: The intricacies of cultural diplomacy in China’s first archaeological exhibition in the U.S. during the Cold War era

ABSTRACT ‘The Exhibition of Archaeological Finds of the People’s Republic of China’ was unveiled at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. in December 1974. It was the first exhibition of Chinese archaeological relics organised by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in the United States. This occasion marked a significant moment in Sino-American relations and cultural exchange during the Cold War. This paper explores the intricacies of the planning, organisation, and curation of the exhibition, highlighting the strategic use of cultural diplomacy by China to promote its state ideology on an international scale. This paper argues that the exhibition had far-reaching implications for US–China relationship at the time. On one hand, it represented a significant step towards cultural engagement and rapprochement between the two nations. On the other hand, it served to disrupt the relationship further by exposing ideological differences and triggering contentions. Thus, the exhibition’s impact on US–China relations was complex and multifaceted, reflecting the delicate act of cultural diplomacy in the context of Cold War politics.

A focused review on techniques for achieving cloaking effects with metamaterials

In recent years, the field of metamaterial cloaks has experienced remarkable progress, propelling it to the forefront of scientific exploration. This comprehensive review seeks to provide a thorough examination of the current research landscape in this domain, specifically emphasizing comparative studies that elucidate the diverse array of approaches employed in the development of metamaterial cloaks. A paramount challenge facing researchers is the attainment of broadband invisibility, signifying the capability to render objects imperceptible across an extensive range of frequencies. To tackle this formidable challenge, scholars have delved into a myriad of methodologies. These include the strategic use of plasmonic materials, the integration of metamaterials with spatially varying structures, and the exploration of non-resonant metamaterials. Each approach brings its unique advantages and limitations to the forefront, underscoring the necessity for a tailored selection based on the intricacies of the intended application. One notable aspect that emerges from comparative analyses is the preponderance of theoretical foundations in the existing body of knowledge. Theoretical frameworks have been instrumental in understanding and predicting the behaviors of metamaterial cloaks. However, it's crucial to acknowledge that experimental-based real prototypes are not as prevalent as their theoretical counterparts. This scarcity underscores the need for increased experimental validations to bridge the gap between theoretical predictions and practical implementations. Despite the current emphasis on theoretical advancements, the development of cloaking metamaterials remains an ever-evolving field. Continuous innovation introduces new approaches and techniques, further enriching our understanding of metamaterial cloak behavior. As this review encapsulates the current state of research, it aspires not only to provide a comprehensive understanding of comparative behaviors but also to catalyze further exploration and experimentation in this captivating arena. The ultimate goal is to inspire a wave of research initiatives that will propel the field of metamaterial cloaks into new frontiers of scientific achievement.