Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities And Threats Research Articles

Augmenting the cities’ and metropolitan regional demands for mega rail infrastructure: the application of SWOT and factor analysis

PurposeIn successfully meeting city and metropolitan growth, sustainable development is compulsory. Sustainability is a must-focus for any project, particularly for large and mega rail infrastructure. This paper aims to investigate to what degree social, environmental and economic factors influence the government when planning sustainable rail infrastructure projects. To respond to such a matter, this paper focuses on two Australian mega-rail projects: the South West Rail Link (SWRL) and the Mernda Rail Extension (MRE).Design/methodology/approachAs the basis of an experimental evaluation framework strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) and factor analysis were used. These two methods were specifically selected as comparative tools for SWRL and SWRL projects, to measure their overall sustainability effect.FindingsUsing factor analysis, in the MRE, the factors of network capacity, accessibility, employment and urban planning were seen frequently throughout the case study. However, politics and economic growth had lower frequencies throughout this case study. This difference between the high-weighted factors is likely a key element that determined the SWRL to be more sustainable than the MRE. The SWOT analysis showed the strengths the MRE had over the SWRL such as resource use and waste management, and natural habitat preservation. These two analyses have shown that overall, calculating the sustainability levels of a project can be subjective, based on the conditions surrounding various analysis techniques.Originality/valueThis paper first introduces SWRL and MRE projects followed by a discussion about their overall sustainable development. Both projects go beyond the traditional megaprojects' goal of improving economic growth by developing and enhancing infrastructure. Globally, for such projects, sustainability measures are now considered alongside the goal of economic growth. Second, SWOT and factor analysis are undertaken to further evaluate the complexity of such projects. This includes their overall sustainable development vision alignment with environmental, economic and social factors.

From catering for death rituals to establishing a restaurant – the journey of KSN Iyengar Catering Service

Learning outcomes The learning outcomes of this case study are to develop an understanding of informal business practices (IBP) from an economic and a behavioural perspective, identify the pros and cons of IBP and how they can hinder the realization of entrepreneurial aspirations, use the effectuation perspective to understand the entrepreneurial journey of the protagonist and apply the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis and effectuation theory to understand the need for transition from informal to formal business practices. Case overview/synopsis KSN Iyengar Catering Services (KSNICS) had gained popularity for cooking and serving traditional “Iyengar” cuisine during festivals, ceremonies and other auspicious occasions. With the passage of time, KSNICS slowly diversified into offering food carrier services, corporate catering and preparation of sweets/savouries during the Diwali festival. The enterprise managed to sustain itself without additional investments from external sources. KSNICS was managed in an informal manner by the protagonist, Krishna Kumar. After almost 30 years of KSNICS’s existence, in 2021, Kumar felt that they should diversify into the restaurant business by establishing an authentic “Iyengar” restaurant. In spite of the unpredictable market and the challenging times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he had somehow managed to sustain his catering business. However, given the informal methods through which he operated his catering services and in the post-COVID-19 pandemic scenario, would it be prudent on his part to establish a restaurant? Complexity academic level This case study is suitable for post-graduate- and executive-level instruction in courses such as managerial skills, entrepreneurship and human resource management. In managerial skills course, it can be used for applying SWOT analysis from a particular perspective for effective decision-making. In entrepreneurship-related courses, it can be used to introduce aspects such as entrepreneurship orientation, effectuation and decision-making. In organizational behaviour and HR-related courses, it can be used to highlight how employees can be trained and motivated and how businesses can be sustained within the scale, especially during challenging times. Irrespective of the course, the IBP discussion would remain a constant point of reference because that was the context under which the current business was operating. Supplementary material Teaching notes are available for educators only. Subject code CSS 3: Entrepreneurship.

Development of the capacity to communicate risks related to childhood exposure to fluorides through an online educational strategy

Fluorides are contaminants that occur frequently and, generally, naturally in groundwater, affecting countries that depend on these waters for irrigation and human consumption. Chronic exposure to fluorides generates various health effects; therefore, this research was based on education and risk communication to contribute to the resolution of the problem of fluoride exposure in the population. The objective was to develop the capacity to design risk communication programs for personnel involved in the response and management of environmental health risks, with emphasis on fluoride exposure. An online pilot training course on risk communication and fluoride exposure was designed and implemented. For the analysis of the risk perception and knowledge of the participants, before and after the course, a questionnaire was applied and a focus group was conducted. In addition, the participants carried out a series of activities and designed a risk communication program to assess the degree to which the capacity to develop risk communication programs was achieved. To improve the pilot course, two satisfaction surveys were designed and implemented, and a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis was conducted. The results showed an increase in the level of knowledge and changes in the participants' perception; regarding the ability to design risk communication programs, two participants were able to design them excellently. Previous experience, motivation, commitment to learn and the feedback provided during the course influenced the development of this ability.

Strengthening the Spatial Quality of Fishpond towards Disaster Mitigation on the Urban Riparians of Meureudu River, Indonesia

Meureudu City center, which is located on the riverfronts of Meureudu River, Pidie Jaya Regency continues experienced rapid urban development caused dramatic changes in the land use. Developments that occur in this area must be controlled strictly, given often conflicting management and use of land, especially between cultivation activities for the economic improvement of local community and interests of the environmental protection. Conflicting interests in land use in urban area, especially for fishpond cultivation as productive land for the local community, which partly utilizes river borders, riparian corridors, and green open spaces which in the RDTR (Detailed Spatial Planning) of Meureudu District are buffer areas that need to remanage. The knowledge about the potential fishpond is important to ensure the ecological stability of the area in terms of restoration of riparian corridors. Implementing sustainable management of the fishpond land layout is a must, because this area is vulnerable to flash floods, tsunamis, and strong winds. This study aims to examine the development of sustainable fishpond land management and be able to play a role in local disaster mitigation. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach method. Management strategy analysis was carried out using the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) method. The results of the research are; strategies to improve the spatial quality of fishponds that are multifunctional, in addition to having sustainable productive functions and are also capable of disaster mitigation.

Socio-economic Characteristics of the Rice Growing Perimeter Developed from Dokomey to Abomey-calavi (Benin)

The development of lowlands has become a major issue for agricultural development in order to increase production yields. The characterization of these agroecosystems is necessary for the management of natural crises such as floods and droughts. This is the objective of this study at the Dokomey site in the municipality of Abomey-Calavi in Benin. Float gauging methods and infiltration methods using the Porchet method have made it possible to characterize the shallows. The latter is reinforced by field visits for direct observations and semi-structured interviews with the rice farmers who operate the site; The Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) matrix is the results analysis model used. The analysis of the results obtained shows that the site is crossed by a tributary of the Ouémé River named "Lokpa" with an average flow of 3.12 m3/s in the main canal. Runoff and rainfall are the secondary sources of supply at the site. Also, the soil of the study site is clayey-sandy with an average longitudinal slope of about 2.71% and its average transverse slope fluctuates around 3.99%. The permeability of the soil is 4.57.10-2m/s. Despite the potential, the operating groups encounter several difficulties. These are mainly related to water management but also to access to the site during flood periods. It would be wise to enhance the entire site with total control of water in all seasons by installing infrastructure that is more resilient to the current climate context.

Understanding the Potential to Increase Adoption of Orphan Crops: The Case of Lathyrus spp. Cultivation in Greece

Little progress has been made in translating the increased awareness of neglected and underutilized crops into a viable tool for advancing not just sustainable development in rural areas but also sustainable agricultural and secured food systems. This is caused, in part, by a lack of understanding the importance of several underutilized crops that are currently in cultivation. Among underutilized crops, grasspea (Lathyrus sativus) is an orphan legume crop with great agronomic potential due to its suitability for a variety of sustainable food and feed production systems throughout the world’s semi-arid and arid regions and its high protein content. The current study presents a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis to unravel the following: What are the strengths and weaknesses of Lathyrus spp. cultivation, what factors are opportunities or initiatives that encourage the adoption of the crop by growers, and what factors are disincentives or threats that prevent its adoption? What strategies could help expand cultivation? We use data from a questionnaire survey of farmers in Central Greece (Thessaly) to examine their attitudes and perceptions with regards to the above questions. The outcome of this study strongly suggests that farmers are willing to adopt the new Lathyrus spp. cultivation if they are assisted via contractualization, training, and new financial tools.

The Strategic Management In Improving Global Competitiveness At State Madrasah: A Quantitative Swot Analysis

This research aims to determine the principal's strategy in realizing madrasa competitiveness through an analysis of Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 2 Ponorogo. This study employed a qualitative approach using a case study research design. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. Source triangulation and technical triangulation were used to ensure the validity and reliability of the data. Data analysis was carried out by referring to the concepts of Milles, Huberman and Saldana; data collection, data condensation, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that the head of Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 2 Ponorogo has implemented well strategic management in achieving madrasa competitiveness. This is proven by the achievement of madrasa targets in accordance with the prepared plans. Apart from that, it can be seen from the results of the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) analysis through detailed internal and external factor analysis in the Internal Factor Analysis Summary (IFAS) and External Factor Analysis Summary (EFAS) matrices. The results of the matrix shows that Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 2 Ponorogo is in quadrant 1. This position shows that the madrasa is in development and growth position. Therefore, Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 2 Ponorogo is advised to use a progressive strategy by utilizing the internal strengths of the madrasah to take advantage of opportunities so that the madrasah's global competitiveness is realized.

Analisa SWOT Produk Kuliner Oleh-oleh Khas Batam "Kue Semprong Kampung Resipi"

This research is developed to elaborate on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) related to specific local snack Semprong Cake brand “ Kampung Resipi “ as one of small medium scale entrepreneur local product at Batam city which established since 2015. Using descriptive qualitative and SWOT analysis method focusing to obtain an effective strategy for promotion and increasing the sale based on the recommendation following the indicators of both external environment (External Factor Analysis Strategy), then strengths and weaknesses obtained through internal factors IFAS (Internal Factor Analysis Strategy) The results showed the Strength had a very high Mean interval of 4.00 Weakness 2.17, Opportunity 3.00, while Threats had a relatively low Mean interval of 2.51 using the IFAS and EFAS and the SWOT matrix obtained the result that an aggressive strategy is needed in developing village semprong cake products by implementing recommended strategies to increase the sale.

Family Engagement in Action: An evaluation of a peer navigation team in community-based paediatric rehabilitation 

Introduction: Grandview Kids is a not-for-profit children’s treatment centre that supports nearly 17,000 children and youth with physical, communication and developmental needs in Ontario, Canada. An integral part of the interdisciplinary and family-centred approach is the inclusion of peer navigation through the Family Engagement Team (FET). For a decade, the FET has grown to eight Peer Navigators who are parents of Grandview clients or were a Grandview client as a child. To date, the FET has not undergone a formal evaluation to assess its strengths and identify areas of improvement.
 Aims, objectives, theory or methods: This oral presentation aims to highlight the outcomes of a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) process evaluation of the Grandview Kids’ FET. The project embodied a participatory utilization-focused evaluation, which included co-designing the evaluation questions and intended outcomes alongside multiple stakeholders within the organization. Methods were carefully selected based on the scope of the project. A series of group consultations with Peer Navigators and one-on-one interviews with the organization’s senior leaders produced qualitative data. A digital whiteboard and verbatim transcripts aided in the development of a SWOT analysis: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
 Highlights or results or key findings: Key results are presented following a SWOT framework. Strengths included leadership support/commitment? to grow the FET programs, lived experience of Peer Navigators, and supportive interdisciplinary teammates. Weaknesses included feelings of responsibility to support/assist families above and beyond the scope of work, a lack of workplace policies across disciplines in relation to the FET, and a lack of program monitoring. Opportunities included support for peer navigation to be embedded into government initiatives and embracing online technology to broaden the reach of family-centred care and family voice as a pillar of the organization’s values. Threats included unclear roles and shared responsibilities across disciplines, risk of unstable staffing, limited access to client health record information, and risk of changes to government funding programs that impact successful family engagement. Interestingly, comments on program supports and impedances were shared among Peer Navigators as well as senior leaders.
 
 Conclusions: Peer Navigators are highly valued members of the Grandview Kids’ interdisciplinary team; however, more work is required to ensure the effective integration of health and social care. Formal recommendations are made at the conclusion of this process evaluation, which has broad applicability to hospital and community-based care settings.
 Implications for applicability/transferability, sustainability, and limitations: The Family Engagement Team at Grandview Kids has surpassed 10 years of service to the families of the Durham Region. Key lessons learned about the integration of family voice passed the point of consultation are applicable to all healthcare settings and will be shared in this presentation.
 

Precision Beekeeping Systems: State of the Art, Pros and Cons, and Their Application as Tools for Advancing the Beekeeping Sector.

The present review aims to summarize the more recent scientific literature and updated state of the art on the research effort spent in adapting hardware-software tools to understand the true needs of honeybee colonies as a prerequisite for any sustainable management practice. A SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis was also performed with the aim of identifying the key factors that could support or impair the diffusion of precision beekeeping (PB) systems. Honeybee husbandry, or beekeeping, is starting to approach precision livestock farming (PLF), as has already happened in other animal husbandry sectors. A transition from the current paradigm of rational beekeeping to that of precision beekeeping (PB) is thus expected. However, due to the peculiarities of this species and the related farming practices, the PB technological systems (PB systems) are still undergoing a development process that, to some extent, limits their large-scale practical application. Several physical-chemical (weight, temperature, humidity, sound, gases) and behavioral traits (flight activity, swarming) of the hive are reviewed in light of the evolution of sensors, communication systems, and data management approaches. These advanced sensors are equipped with a microprocessor that records data and sends it to a remote server for processing. In this way, through a Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) system, the beekeeper, using specific applications on a personal computer, tablet, or smartphone, can have all the above-mentioned parameters under remote control. In general, weight, temperature, and humidity are the main hive traits monitored by commercial sensors. Surprisingly, flight activity sensors are rarely available as an option in modular PB systems marketed via the web. The SWOT analysis highlights that PB systems have promising strength points and represent great opportunities for the development of beekeeping; however, they have some weaknesses, represented especially by the high purchasing costs and the low preparedness of the addressed operators, and imply some possible threats for beekeeping in terms of unrealistic perception of the apiary status if they applied to some hives only and a possible adverse impact on the honeybees' colony itself. Even if more research is expected to take place in the next few years, indubitably, the success of commercial PB systems will be measured in terms of return on investment, conditioned especially by the benefits (higher yields, better colonies' health) that the beekeeper will appraise as a consequence of their use.

Analisis Strategi Pengembangan Bisnis Syariah Fleet Card RFID di Pertamina Retail

Optimization of transportation costs is considered one of the toughest and most complex problems in the transportation, freight forwarding and logistics sector. Transportation companies agree that half of the expenses incurred related to the company's current activities are fuel costs. fleet card is a means of payment that functions as a medium of payment and controls expenses for the company's fleet. PT. Pertamina Retail is a large company in the gas station retail business in Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the development of the RFID fleet card business at Pertamina Retail. The approach used is the Business Model Canvas (BMC) and SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats). The research method used is primary data obtained through interviews with several informants. The time of the research starts from February – June 2023. The results of this study show that BMC elements in the form of: key partnerships, customer segments, value propositions and revenue streams are the most dominant blocks. While the lowest is the channel. Pertamina Retail's internal fleet card factors are influenced by network, security, efficiency and financial aspects. The results obtained by the SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, & threats) of the nine BMC blocks show that the elements that have the highest strength are the Pertamina brand and gas station network, while the top-up payment mechanism ranks lowest. From another direction, the highest opportunity is the key partnership and the highest threat is the customer segment while the lowest threat is key partners.

Strategic Analysis for Advancing Smart Agriculture with the Analytic SWOT/PESTLE Framework: A Case for Turkey

In the contemporary discourse, smart agriculture (SA) stands out as a potent driver for sustainable economic growth. The challenges of navigating SA transition are notably intricate in developing nations. To effectively embark on this transformative journey, strategic approaches are imperative, necessitating a thorough examination of the prevailing agricultural ecosystem. This study seeks to formulate strategies that advance Turkey’s agricultural sector. The primary research questions focus on optimizing the benefits of SA by aligning strengths and opportunities with diverse socio-economic and environmental factors, while also exploring effective strategies to mitigate the impact of weaknesses and threats within the agricultural landscape. To achieve this objective, the utilization of the 2-Tuple linguistic (2TL) model integrated DEMATEL (Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory) methodology in conjunction with SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) and PESTLE (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, Environmental) analyses is proposed. The integration of linguistic variables enhances the capacity to delve deeper into system analysis, aligning more closely with human cognitive processes. The research commences with SWOT and PESTLE analyses applied to Turkey’s agricultural sector. Subsequently, the 2TL-DEMATEL approach is employed to investigate interrelationships among analysis components. This inquiry aims to establish causal relations, facilitating the derivation of relevant strategies. The case study centers on Turkey, a developing country, with outcomes indicating that the highest-priority strategies revolve around addressing ‘environmental threats’ and ‘economic weaknesses’. The subsequent evaluation encompasses eight dimensions, resulting in the generation of fifteen distinct strategies, a process facilitated by collaboration with field experts. Importantly, both the results and strategies undergo rigorous validation, drawing upon insights from the recent literature and field experts. Significantly, these findings align seamlessly with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), substantiating the study’s broader significance in fostering a sustainable future for Turkey.

Analisis Strategi Pemasaran Untuk Meningkatkan Penjualan Pada Usaha Bubur Ibu Masudah

The development of the business world has increased rapidly in the modern era like today. This causes intense competition between business actors in developing their products in the face of developments in the business world. Micro, small and medium enterprises or MSMEs now play a very important role in the growth of the economy in Indonesia. Mrs. Maubah's porridge business is one of the MSMEs in Cilegon City, Banten which operates in the food sector. This business can provide jobs for the local community. My mother's porridge business itself is a type of food business which sells various variations of porridge and various other fried foods. This research aims to find out what marketing strategies are implemented by Ibu Majadi's porridge business to increase sales. Carrying out a SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, and Threat) analysis in determining the marketing strategy. This research is included in qualitative descriptive research, because it aims to describe the situation of phenomena in the field. Researchers used data collection methods in research, namely observation and interviews. To find out how the strategy is used, the Swot Analysis Method (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Threat). From the results of the SWOT analysis, it was concluded that the results of the IFAS (Internal Factor Analysis Summary), for the strength and weakness variables, each obtained a strength value of 1.89, while a value of 1.00 was obtained for weaknesses. This means that the strengths of Mrs. Matahu's porridge business are greater than the weaknesses. Meanwhile, the value obtained for the EFAS (External Factor Analysis Strategy) Matrix was 1.47 for opportunities, while the value for threats was 0.64. This means that for Mrs. Matahu's porridge business, the opportunity value is greater than the threat value. From the results of the SWOT analysis, it was found that Ibu Ma's porridge business has strengths and opportunities so that it will be able to take advantage of existing opportunities. The strategy that must be implemented in this condition is to support the policy of growing aggression.

SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE INDONESIAN MEN'S NATIONAL FUTSAL TEAM MATCH IN THE 2022 ASIAN CUP QUARTER-FINAL MATC

The use of the SWOT (strength, weakness, opportunity, and threats) method is important in analyzing the factors that can cause failure. This method focuses on identifying the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the Indonesian Futsal National Team in the quarter-finals of the 2022 Asian Cup. The methodology used is descriptive qualitative research which describes everything that happens in the video matches. Sources of information come from four licensed trainers. Data collection methods involve (1) interviews, (2) observation, (3) documentation. The research findings include, (1) strength includes: having a good attacking strategy, transitioning from offensive to defend or from defending to offensive that is compact, due to having good physical health, and also being accompanied by a competent coach when reading the character of the opponent's game and making decisions while the game is running. (2) Weaknesses include: lack of flying hours in the international arena, and also lowering the rhythm of the defend tempo to half the court after scoring the first goal so that the opposing team can dominate the match. (3) opportunity includes: the Indonesian team has a fifty-fifty chance when competing in the quarter-finals, with the mental support of the players 20% -30% will be maintained, but loses the moment in the last second which ends up losing the match. (4) threats include: threats received by the Indonesian team in terms of tactics are still losing because they still cannot escape from the opponent.

Assessing the Potential and Risks of AI-Based Tools in Higher Education: Results from an eSurvey and SWOT Analysis

Recent developments related to tools based on artificial intelligence (AI) have raised interests in many areas, including higher education. While machine translation tools have been available and in use for many years in teaching and learning, generative AI models have sparked concerns within the academic community. The objective of this paper is to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) of using AI-based tools (ABTs) in higher education contexts. We employed a mixed methods approach to achieve our objectives; we conducted a survey and used the results to perform a SWOT analysis. For the survey, we asked lecturers and students to answer 27 questions (Likert scale, free text, etc.) on their experiences and viewpoints related to AI-based tools in higher education. A total of 305 people from different countries and with different backgrounds answered the questionnaire. The results show that a moderate to high future impact of ABTs on teaching, learning and exams is expected by the participants. ABT strengths are seen as the personalization of the learning experience or increased efficiency via automation of repetitive tasks. Several use cases are envisioned but are still not yet used in daily practice. Challenges include skills teaching, data protection and bias. We conclude that research is needed to study the unintended consequences of ABT usage in higher education in particular for developing countermeasures and to demonstrate the benefits of ABT usage in higher education. Furthermore, we suggest defining a competence model specifying the required skills that ensure the responsible and efficient use of ABTs by students and lecturers.

An integrated approach for evaluating and improving the performance of hospital ICUs based on ergonomic and work-motivational factors

The intensive care unit (ICU) holds significant importance in hospitals. Primarily concerned with monitoring and providing care to critically ill patients, the ICU has proven effective in reducing mortality rates and minimizing complications of diseases, thanks to the highly complex and specific measures taken within this department. Considering the unique contributions made by the staff in this unit, its performance assessment can help improve patient care and satisfaction. This study presents a framework that utilizes ergonomic and work-motivational factors (WMFs) to assess the performance of various ICUs. Upon the identification of these indicators, a standard questionnaire is developed to collect the required data. The mean efficiency score of the units is then determined using the data envelopment analysis (DEA). The model is validated using the principal component analysis (PCA). Ultimately, the SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) matrix is employed to formulate an appropriate strategy and offer improvement measures to the managerial team to enhance their ICU performance. The proposed framework can be applied to evaluate the performance of other healthcare departments. Among the studied ICU centers, including general ICU, isolation ICU catering to individuals with infectious diseases, cardiac care unit (CCU), and neonatal ICU (NICU). NICU and general ICU have the best and worst performance in terms of macro- and micro-ergonomic and motivational indicators, which are on average 0.826% more elevated and 0.659% lower, respectively. According to the performed sensitivity analysis, the ICUs in question demonstrate the most appropriate and inappropriate performance about the indicators of “knowledge, situation assessment, and situation analysis” and “work stress”, respectively.

CASH WAQF LINKED DINFRA (CWL-FRA) AS WAQF INNOVATION MODEL INTEGRATED WITH INFRASTRUCTURE INSTRUMENT FOR NATIONAL ECONOMIC RECOVERY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Cash waqf is a form of contemporary waqf that has great potential in the modern world. In Indonesia, despite its potential of 180 trillion per year, cash waqf collection, management, and distribution are not optimal. Nonetheless, the infrastructure sector in Indonesia faces obstacles, particularly in terms of funding. The innovation of the CWLFRA (Cash Waqf Linked DINFRA) model is, therefore, a solution to these two issues, as the proposed model is the result of an integration between efforts to optimize cash waqf and infrastructure financing via the Infrastructure Investment Fund (DINFRA). In this CWL-FRA innovation, waqf funds will be allocated to the mauquf 'alaih from the profits of infrastructure investment funds, which will become a source of long-term usable assets. As a result, the purpose of this academic paper is to develop a model capable of bolstering the ecosystem of Islamic social financial institutions and maximizing the potential achievement of cash waqf in Indonesia as a means of implementing sustainable finance and an effective instrument in reviving national economy through infrastructure development. In addition, this study seeks to determine the viability of the potential for developing the productivity of cash waqf in an effort to increase the effectiveness of achieving cash waqf to support economic sustainability with infrastructure potential. Nine respondents representing academicians and expert practitioners from both the waqf and infrastructure sectors filled out questionnaires to collect data. According to the results of the Delphi test, all respondents believed that there was a relationship between the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) indicators, indicating that this model is implementable. Moreover, based on the level of agreement of respondents, this model has the potential to contribute positively to national economic recovery, become a sustainable source of social funds, optimize the potential of waqf in Indonesia, strengthen the ecosystem of waqf social finance institutions, and improve the quality of management and maintenance of Indonesia's infrastructure. These findings demonstrate that integrating financial waqf with existing public infrastructure could positively affect the sustainability of national economic development. The novel aspect of this paper is the proposed cash waqf management system, which can serve as a useful reference for policymakers and waqf institutions seeking to develop a more effective waqf concept in terms of collection, administration, and distribution. Consequently, this study aims to demonstrate the potential for cash waqf, which can be integrated with DINFRA's product through the innovation of the CWL-FRA model, to become an investment instrument and offer a diversity of options to the waqf community.

A SWOT Analysis of Hot Topics in Plastic Surgery Resident Education: Consensus From the ACAPS 10th Annual Winter Meeting.

With the aim of facilitating a critical self-reflection on how to align plastic surgery education with making excellent plastic surgeons, a rotating small-group session followed by live interactive audience polling was used to perform a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis at the 10th Annual American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons Winter Meeting. The final day of the conference included a 3-hour session of rotating small groups followed by live interactive audience polls discussing the following six relevant educational topics: the Plastic Surgery Common Application and resident selection, aesthetic surgery education, leadership development and business education, embedded fellowships and focused training, mentorship, and faculty retention. A total of 60 individuals participated in the activity. A SWOT analysis was successfully performed for each educational topic, and a minimum of four opportunities were identified per topic to help guide future endeavors. Examples of opportunities include releasing recommendations for the implementation of holistic review; developing formal guidelines for aesthetic surgery education in residency via collaboration between ACAPS, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and The Aesthetic Society; creating extended focused elective rotations; integrating business education into formal curricula for all training levels; enforcing transparency regarding position expectations and offerings including salary, call schedule, and current challenges; and more. The results of this study will help guide future initiatives by the ACAPS to improve resident education and academic retention.

Strategi Pengembangan Ekonomi Syariah di Kota Medan Menggunakan Analisis SWOT

The development of an Islamic-based economy in Indonesia has spread to many fields, both financial and non-financial. It is very clear that the Islamic financial system in Indonesia has the ability to encourage faster economic growth and increase financial stability with the aim of improving the welfare of individuals and society. Strategic steps are needed to optimize the sharia economic system at the national and international levels so that the effect is greater. The purpose of this paper is to philosophically analyze the structure of the sharia economy, as well as the methods and systems needed to accelerate sharia economic growth in the city of Medan. Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) data analysis is used in this research to determine strategies for building an Islamic economic and business system in Medan City.

Prospects of coconut cultivation in Tamil Nadu – A SWOT Analysis

Coconut is an important horticultural crop of the state of Tamil Nadu spreading across an area of 4.44 lakh hectares. Coconut is a victim of the catastrophes of climate change events like high temperature, excessive or deficit rainfall and increased atmospheric CO2 concentration. Coconut plantations in the state are hit by several pests and diseases, some of which are lethal, fatal and are debilitating in nature. An analysis of Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) for the prospects of coconut cultivation in the state revealed that edaphic and climatic factors, less labour requirement compared to other field crops of the state and access to technologies remain the great strength, while tropical cyclones hitting coastal districts of the state, failure of monsoon, wide fluctuations in copra price, lack of producer-centric market intelligence are the striking weakness for coconut cultivation. Improved varieties and hybrids with desired traits, establishment of processing industries, international cargo terminals to tap export market and crop insurance scheme in the event of climatic aberrations, remain the major opportunities while declining soil fertility, debilitating pests and dreadful diseases and poor scientific management owing to the fragmented land holdings are the major threats of coconut cultivation in the state of Tamil Nadu.