Transformation Strategy Research Articles

Investigating the role of the principal's individualized consideration and intellectual stimulation in shaping the academic performance of students in the secondary schools of Sidama Region, Ethiopia

The study sought to investigate the principal's perceptions and actions regarding individualized consideration and intellectual stimulation and their implications for students' academic progress. The study was guided by the following research question: How do school principals' transformational leadership strategies improve students' academic progress in Ethiopia's Sidama region? The study used a convergent parallel mixed research design. The data collection strategy was sound, with a modified questionnaire based on the MLQ used in the quantitative phase and an open-ended semi-structured interview in the qualitative phase. The study's dependent variable was student academic performance, while the independent variable was transformational leadership's individualized consideration (IC) and intellectual stimulation (IS) behaviors. The study's target participants were 95 principals and 5956 teachers. The survey used an appropriate sample approach, with 362 teachers and 91 principals from 24 public secondary schools. The qualitative phase involved ten principals and twenty teachers. The acquired data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study found that principals comprehend and practice transformational leadership behaviors. The study also revealed that the principal's individualized consideration and intellectual stimulation practices significantly impacted students' academic progress. The principal's self-assessment was r =.760 (p<.01), whereas the teachers' perception was r =.583 (p<.01).

EFFECT OF GREEN INNOVATION AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ON SOLO RAYA SMEs

This study is motivated by the low awareness among SMEs in Solo Raya regarding the importance of environmental factors and digitalization for firm performance. Although stakeholder pressure and environmental concerns are increasing, few studies have explored how stakeholder pressure, green dynamic capability, green innovation, and digital transformation jointly influence the performance of SMEs, particularly in developing regions like Solo Raya. The aim of this research is to explore the combined impact of these factors on the performance of SMEs in Solo Raya. This research employs a quantitative approach, collecting data through a survey of 131 respondents from various SMEs in Solo Raya. The data was analyzed using Smart PLS 4. The results indicate that stakeholder pressure, green dynamic capability, green innovation, and digital transformation, all have a positive and significant effect on firm performance. In conclusion, although awareness of these critical factors remains low, SMEs in Solo Raya that respond to stakeholder pressure by enhancing their green dynamic capabilities, implementing green innovations, and adopting digital transformation strategies are better positioned to significantly improve their performance. This highlights that integrating environmental sustainability with digitalization can be a key driver of competitive advantage in the region.

Kolmogorov-Arnold Representation Based Informed Orchestration in Solving Partial Differential Equations for Carbon Balance Sustainability

This paper introduces the Kolmogorov-Arnold Credit Informed Network Orchestration (KACINO), a novel framework proposed to comprehensively structure and analyze the carbon dynamic system. By synthesizing dynamic processes such as carbon emission and sequestration, a credit information of carbon dynamics is built accumulation, KACINO provides a holistic approach to model the complexities inherent in carbon dynamics. Through systematic analysis and scenario simulations, KACINO facilitates informed policy recommendations aimed at optimizing carbon credit utilization and achieving sustainable environmental outcomes. This paper outlines the theoretical foundation, methodology, and practical applications of KACINO, highlighting its potential to support transformative strategies in climate change mitigation and sustainable development.

Continuous improvement strategies towards energy transition: The importance of individual employees' entrepreneurial orientation and learning processes

AbstractAt one hand, while research on entrepreneurial orientation (EO) continues to proliferate, only recently has attention been drawn to the individual entrepreneurial orientation (IEO) level. On the other hand, although organizational learning (OL) explains how organizations explore and exploit knowledge to enhance their innovation and performance, limited research has investigated the relationship between EO and OL. In this study, we develop and empirically test in an established Canadian energy provider a framework on the IEO‐OL‐performance relationship. We find that employees' innovative orientation and risk‐taking propensity are more positively related to exploratory learning, while proactive employees are more geared towards exploitative learning. We further unveil that exploitative learning is more positively related to continuous improvement than explorative learning. Our findings add to scant literature on the IEO‐OL‐performance relationship and provide managerial insights for energy sector firms on how IEO can assist with their transformational business strategies towards green and clean energy supply.

Internalization and Internationalization: Perspectives from Higher Education Institutions in Timor-Leste

The internationalization of higher education has emerged as a transformative strategy for institutions seeking to enhance educational quality, foster global competitiveness, and promote cultural diversity. This paper provides a comprehensive review of current literature on internalization, internationalization, examining its motivations, realities, and multifaceted impacts across diverse educational contexts. It explores the evolution of internationalization strategies, encompassing curriculum development, student and faculty mobility, research collaborations, and institutional partnerships. The paper analyzes regional perspectives and global trends, highlighting the dynamic interplay between internationalization and institutional sustainability. By synthesizing empirical research and theoretical insights, it offers a nuanced understanding of how internalization and internationalization reshapes higher education landscapes and prepares institutions to meet the challenges of a globalized world.

Theories of change: navigating diverse expert perceptions and preferences for global food system transformation

IntroductionEfforts are underway to transform food systems in light of their contributions to global challenges like climate change. However, food systems are highly complex, involve noteworthy place-based challenges, and there is often debate and disagreement among experts over appropriate technologies or interventions to prioritize. Tracking progress, and understanding these differences, is thus a critical need.MethodsWe surveyed food systems experts in eight countries about their preferences for 20 different food system transformation strategies and their sentiment regarding whether current initiatives are sufficient to meet 2030 goals for climate and biodiversity.ResultsExpert sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, and experts are concerned about multiple “transformation gaps,” including gaps in ambition, strategy, and implementation. Expert rankings for 20 strategies vary notably among countries and in ways that do not match those same experts’ rankings for the strength of the science behind each lever. Factor analysis reveals four distinct theories of change informing experts’ subjective biases: transformation via technical optimization, via smallholder support, via nature-positive solutions, and via supply chain enabling conditions.DiscussionThese findings provide insights for navigating the complexities of food system transformation and illustrate the influence on our strategies of preconceptions and biases in how we have come to understand the nature of the challenge.

Developing Transformational Strategies to Improve the Accessibility of E-Governmental Services in South African Local Government

The access to electronic governmental services is an important element of effective governance, particularly in developing nations such as South Africa, where there are still differences in access and skills to digital technologies. As digital transformation becomes increasingly important for effective governance, it is urgently necessary to develop strategies to ensure that all citizens can access electronic governmental services. This study focused on the development of transformation strategies to enhance access to electronic governmental services in local governments in South Africa. This qualitative research used existing literature and case studies to develop transformation strategies to improve access to digital government services. The paper evaluated how the accessibility of electronic government services affected the responsiveness and effectiveness of the provision of local government services. Moreover, the paper also examined the impact of socio-economic factors on the accessibility of electronic services provided by municipalities in South Africa. This included the assessment of the citizens' perceptions of the use and accessibility of the current electronic government services of the municipalities of South Africa. Finally, although electronic public administration services have great potential to enhance local governance in South Africa, their accessibility depends on a solution to socio-economic imbalances, infrastructure limitations, technological obstacles, and trust issues. The study provided strategies for promoting the access of local government e-government services in South Africa. As a result, the findings of the paper contributed to growing knowledge on e-government tactics to improve service delivery and promote good governance practices in South Africa. Keywords: E-Government Services, E-Government, South African Local government, Accessibility

Envisioning the sustainable and climate resilient hospital of the future

ObjectivesThis study aims to create a vision of the future hospital to help healthcare leaders understand how changes in society and the healthcare system, compounded by climate change, could affect future hospital estate. Study designThe study is part of a larger project based on participatory backcasting aimed at providing integrated strategies for transitioning to a zero-carbon future and adapting to existing climate change through improved asset management. MethodsThe data presented in this paper were collected during a full-day workshop to construct the vision of the future hospital in 2050. A multidisciplinary team of 19 participants participated in the discussions. A six-phase thematic analysis was applied to the data to develop the narrative vision and graphic recording. ResultsThe healthcare system is undergoing transformative changes due to evolving healthcare delivery, patient expectations, emerging technologies, climate change, and sustainability. However, current hospital strategies often fail to consider the interrelationship between the hospital estate and its socio-environmental context. Policymakers, healthcare system leaders, and hospital leaders need a clear vision of the hospital of the future to implement transformational strategies. ConclusionsHealthcare transformations require shifting from traditional centralised hospitals to a more flexible, distributed model. Healthcare leaders need to proactively assess how hospitals respond to current and future hazards and consider the impacts within the context of integrated and dispersed healthcare delivery. To address this, a systematic approach to modelling hazards and evaluating design or upgrading options is essential to mitigate the transfer of climate-related risks within healthcare systems.

Business Transformation in a Distinctive Institutional Setting: A Study of Regional Development Banks in Indonesia

Limited research exists on business transformation strategy within the Indonesian banking sector, particularly regarding regional development banks, which play a crucial role in regional economic advancement. This study investigates the drivers of successful business transformation in Indonesian RDBs and their impact on organizational performance, examining the moderating role of regional government intervention. Employing structural equation modeling, the study analyzed data from 255 branch managers across 27 RDBs. Results reveal that talent development, transformational leadership, and digital adoption significantly drive successful business transformation, which in turn enhances organizational performance. Contrary to expectations, regional government intervention did not demonstrate a moderating effect. This study provides valuable insights for RDB managers and policymakers, emphasizing the imporace of talent development, leadership, and digital adoption as key pillars of successful transformation and highlighting the need for a nuanced understanding of institutional influences within this sector.

Ecotourism for Coastal Slum Alleviation: A Strategic Approach to Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Tangerang, Indonesia

Objective: The objective of this study is to explore the potential of ecotourism as a strategic tool for transforming coastal slum areas in developing regions, with a focus on alleviating poverty, improving living conditions, and fostering sustainable development. Theoretical Framework: The research draws on theories of sustainable development, ecotourism, and community-based tourism. The study builds on frameworks that emphasize the role of local community involvement, environmental conservation, and socio-economic improvement in developing effective strategies for slum transformation. Method: This research adopts a quantitative approach, utilizing Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) using R Studio to analyze relationships between ecotourism development, infrastructure investment, community participation, and sustainable tourism outcomes. Data were collected through surveys of 160 residents in a coastal slum area, complemented by direct observations of the region’s environmental and infrastructural conditions. Results and Discussion: The findings reveal that investments in ecotourism infrastructure and active community engagement significantly improve the economic conditions and environmental sustainability of coastal slum areas. However, gaps in policy support and sustainable tourism principles were identified, which limit the full realization of ecotourism’s potential in alleviating slum conditions. Research Implications: This study highlights ecotourism's potential to alleviate poverty and transform coastal slum areas through infrastructure investment and community participation. It offers practical insights for policymakers and developers in sustainable tourism, emphasizing improved economic, social, and environmental outcomes. Theoretically, it enriches sustainable development literature by linking local governance with ecotourism-driven regional transformation. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the existing literature by presenting a comprehensive framework that integrates ecotourism with poverty alleviation strategies, focusing on the transformation of coastal slums into sustainable tourism hubs. The findings provide actionable insights for policymakers and practitioners working on sustainable development initiatives in coastal regions.

STEM-01. SHARED ASTROCYTE-LIKE GLIOMA STEM CELLS DRIVE HETEROGENEITY AND IMMUNE DYNAMICS IN ADULT-TYPE DIFFUSE GLIOMAS

Abstract Adult-type diffuse gliomas present significant treatment challenges due to their complex cellular composition and evolving nature. Understanding this heterogeneity is critical for the development of effective, targeted therapies. We conducted single-cell and single-nucleus RNA sequencing on a unique cohort of 66 tumours (single surgery) and 54 paired samples (two surgeries). This comprehensive dataset of approximately 900,000 cells allows us to dissect conserved cellular landscapes and dynamic evolution across diverse glioma subtypes. Using a novel phylogeny-based approach, we identified an astrocyte-like glioma stem cell (GSC) as the root of diverse glioma lineages. This discovery transforms our understanding of glioma development, pinpointing the GSC as a potential therapeutic target. The GSC’s similarity to healthy adult neural stem cells provides clues as to the origin of glioma heterogeneity and the shared basis of intratumoural diversity. Our analysis uncovered a shared cellular architecture across astrocytomas, oligodendrogliomas, and glioblastomas (GBMs). This architecture encompasses seven recurring malignant cell states: neuro-, oligo-, neuro-oligo-lineage, cycling (G1/S, G2/M), hypoxia-associated, and a quiescent astrocyte-like GSC. Importantly, these cell state proportions vary significantly between glioma subtypes. Additionally, we demonstrate that GBMs display substantially higher T-cell and myeloid cell infiltration than IDH-mutant gliomas. Counterintuitively, this correlates with a poorer prognosis, implying profound T-cell dysfunction and intricate myeloid cell-tumour interactions. Longitudinal analysis further highlights the dynamic nature of glioma cell populations and the immune landscape. Subtype-specific T-cell and myeloid gene expression profiles were identified, including potential targets such as PARD6G (GBM) and CXCL13 (IDH-mutant-astrocytoma), laying the groundwork for tailored immunotherapies and prognostic biomarkers. This study presents a comprehensive model of glioma heterogeneity and evolution. The model reveals a shared astrocyte-like GSC that fuels cellular diversity, coupled with distinct, dynamic immune landscapes in different glioma subtypes. These findings hold extraordinary potential for developing transformative treatment strategies. Future research functionally validating the GSC and its impact on tumour dynamics will be essential for translating these insights into improved patient outcomes.

A high-efficient beta-zeolitic catalyst for conversion of waste cooking oil towards biodiesel

The conversion of waste cooking oil into biodiesel can bring about dual benefits: alleviating environmental pollution and realizing waste recycle. Embryonic zeolite has highly accessible acid sites because of the partially formed or more open zeolitic structure, which can solve problems such as diffusion limitation and inaccessible acid sites that the traditional zeolite catalysts face in the process of macromolecular reactants. In this work, a series of embryonic Beta zeolites were prepared by using mesoporous SBA-15 as a self-sacrificial silica source via a solid-state transformation strategy. NH3-TPD and FT-IR pyridine adsorption confirm that Brønsted acid sites have been created in these amorphous form embryonic catalysts. The diffusion property of toluene obtained by a zero-length column method proved that the higher the zeolization degree, the greater the diffusion activation energy. The synergistic effects resulted from the combination of the ordered mesoporous structures (ranging from 2 to 10 nm) stemming from the SBA-15 substrate and the moderate acid sites (∼88 μmol g−1) offered the embryonic SBEA-3 catalyst with remarkable catalytic performance for ≥95 % conversion during 20 times cycling tests and more than 90 % methyloleate yield.

Research on Core technology R&D Investment and Outcome Transformation Strategy of Single Manufac-turer Based on Multi-factor Influences

Research on Core technology R&D Investment and Outcome Transformation Strategy of Single Manufac-turer Based on Multi-factor Influences

Low-carbon transformation and ecological safeguarding in the Yellow River Basin: Integrating biomechanical and biological insights

This research, titled “Low-carbon transformation and ecological safeguarding in the Yellow River Basin: Integrating biomechanical and biological insights” explores the interplay between economic activities, land use changes, and environmental impact. Through regression analyses and assessments of land use alterations, the study identifies significant provincial variations in factors influencing carbon emissions. In addition to the socio-economic factors, the research incorporates insights from biomechanics and biology, drawing parallels between the ecological systems of the Yellow River Basin and biological processes such as energy efficiency and resource allocation in living organisms. For instance, just as organisms optimize energy usage and adapt to external stressors, the proposed low-carbon strategies aim to optimize resource use and improve the resilience of the basin’s ecosystem. Proposed strategies for low-carbon transformation provide a practical roadmap for sustainable development, informed by biological principles like ecological balance, regeneration, and the importance of maintaining biodiversity. These principles reflect how biomechanical systems, such as musculoskeletal structures, balance energy expenditure and repair to maintain functionality under strain, similar to how ecosystems must manage resource cycles to withstand environmental stressors. The integration of socio-economic indicators, alongside biological and biomechanical insights, underscores the need for region-specific policies that consider not only economic factors but also the natural regenerative capacities of the ecosystem. The study suggests that, like biological systems that repair and adapt to maintain homeostasis, the Yellow River Basin’s ecological processes can be guided by sustainable management practices to ensure long-term resilience and stability. In conclusion, the research contributes valuable insights to the global discourse on balancing economic growth with ecological preservation in the ecologically vital Yellow River Basin, highlighting how the integration of biomechanical and biological principles can enhance both ecological safeguarding and low-carbon transformation strategies.

AIOps and DevOps : Catalysts of Digital Transformation in the Age of Automated Operations

This article examines the pivotal roles of Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) and Development Operations (DevOps) as key drivers of digital transformation in contemporary organizations. As businesses increasingly rely on complex, distributed IT systems, the integration of AIOps and DevOps emerges as a critical strategy for maintaining operational efficiency, scalability, and innovation. Through a comprehensive analysis of current literature and industry case studies, we explore how these technologies are reshaping the landscape of IT operations, accelerating software delivery cycles, and enabling more resilient and adaptive infrastructures. The article delves into the evolving nature of release engineering, where automation and machine learning are becoming central to ensuring agile and robust IT systems. Furthermore, we critically assess the ethical implications of automated decision-making in operations, including issues of transparency, bias, and job displacement. Our findings suggest that while AIOps and DevOps offer significant benefits in terms of operational optimization and cost reduction, their successful implementation requires careful consideration of organizational culture, skill development, and ethical guidelines. This article contributes to the growing body of knowledge on digital transformation strategies and provides insights for practitioners navigating the complex intersection of artificial intelligence, automation, and IT operations.

Information Hiding and Digital Transformation: Strategies for First Information Reports (FIR) and Police Records

Throughout the last few years, it has become increasingly obvious that everything is moving from a traditional world to a digital one. In order for police organizations to remain competitive, they need to keep up with the rapid technological advancements that are taking place in order to stay ahead of the competition. The First Information Report (FIR) in South Asian and Southeast Asian countries is a legal document which provides police with information about an apparent crime which has been reported to them by the victims of crimes. It is part of the police's investigation process. The police still have a difficult time getting accurate information from victims in terms of what exactly occurred during the incident, which makes getting accurate information from them very difficult. The filing of a police report presents a wide range of challenges as far as police organizations are concerned. There is a major challenge in the investigation of crimes involving victims concealing information about critical knowledge subsets and the complexity of these sets from the police authorities. For police records to be managed effectively it requires an organisational transformation that is driven by well-established digital strategies that offer an overall view and full transparency of both the knowledge about FIRs as well as the access to them. There is no doubt that an organization such as a police force cannot underestimate the importance of adopting the right technologies and frameworks as part of its digital transformation strategy in order to be able to meet the needs of its customers. The challenge of solving the long-standing problem of police organizations with limited resources concealing knowledge is going to be a long-term task that can be quite challenging. This paper presents several strategies and best practices which can be adopted by law enforcement organizations so that they can successfully transform digitally and achieve their goals through the implementation of these strategies and best practices.

What about us?: a call to include oral health professions within interprofessional education for collaborative practice

ABSTRACT Interprofessional collaboration (IPC) among the health professions is recognised as a vital component of efficient health systems and comprehensive healthcare teams. Interprofessional education for collaborative practice (IPECP) is foundational for health professional students to gain an understanding of professional roles, responsibilities, and the value of other professions to patient care. Oral health professionals are highly skilled and knowledgeable experts who recognise the oral-systemic health link. However, they have been largely excluded from, and underutilised within primary healthcare settings and interprofessional teams. Given that oral health is a key indicator of overall health and wellbeing, there is a need mobilise oral health professionals within primary healthcare practice. Yet, advancements for IPECP in oral health education face significant barriers which impede the integration of the oral health professions within interprofessional teams. Collaborative approaches across health programmes to devise intentional, authentic, and transformative strategies for IPECP are needed to bridge gaps in patient care and to dismantle problematic perceptions of ‘oral health’ as distinct from overall health and wellbeing in contemporary healthcare practice.

A Digital Media-Based Learning Transformation Strategy in an Effort to Implement Differentiated Learning at the PGRI Kamal Madura Special School

This community service that aims to improve teachers' ability to use technology in Special School PGRI Kamal. In the initial observation, the results were obtained that there were various challenges faced by the teacher council at Special School PGRI Kamal in the implementation of learning for students with special needs such as the deaf and speech-impaired. The limited number of teachers which causes an additional workload for teachers. Community service activities are needed by providing workshops. The workshop activities held included the use of audio, visual, and audiovisual media which were carried out offline. The workshop held in this service program is expected to improve teachers' skills in the use of digital media platforms to support learning activities

Hand in hand or left behind: The dual impact of leading firms’ digital technologies on industry digital transformation

This study, utilizing Chinese listed companies from 2007 to 2022, reveals that enterprises can improve their digital transformation strategies by learning from the digital technologies of industry-leading companies. By free-riding on technology adoption, enterprises can reduce their R&D investments in implementing digital transformation projects, as existing digital technologies can be copied and improved for their own use. Furthermore, we find that firms with stronger research capabilities are more efficient at learning from leading firms’ digital technologies. Better digital technologies not only optimize a firm’s strategic plan for digital transformation but also enhance the actual implementation of such projects. This enhancement is achieved by easing financing constraints and diversifying the upstream chain. Our findings are robust to alternative variable measures and endogeneity tests. Overall, we highlight the technological spillovers of digital technology innovations by leading firms, facilitating a deeper digital transformation of other firms through various governance channels.

The Practice Model and Effectiveness Evaluation of Digital Transformation in Folk Art Education in Guangzhou Universities

This article briefly expounds on the connotation of digital transformation in folk art education in universities, as well as the application value of Guangzhou folk art in ideological and political education in universities. Subsequently, it elaborates on the practical models and effectiveness evaluation strategies of digital transformation in folk art education in Guangzhou universities, aiming to enrich research outcomes in this field and enhance the quality of folk art education.