Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats Research Articles

Chronologie de la certification ISO 9001:2015 et enquête de satisfaction au sein du centre d’investigations cliniques plurithématique (CIC-P) de l’historique hôpital Saint-Louis en période de pandémie du COVID-19

The main objectives of multidisciplinary clinical investigation center (CIC-P) are to facilitate the availability of new drugs for patients, to enhance the visibility and attractiveness of French clinical research, to improve the quality of early phase trials, and to enhance the value of academic research by evaluating molecules in rare diseases. Since 2017, the CIC-P has been committed to a quality approach process, launching in 2018 its first satisfaction survey on patient care and clinical trial management of all its employees. A second satisfaction survey targeted by profession type was to be launched in 2020, in view of the requirements of the ISO 9001:2015 standard, but the process was interrupted following the coronavirus diseases 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The successful reorganization of the CIC-P activity during the first containment of the COVID-19 pandemic was driven by the implementation of a quality management system that promotes continuous improvement through the organization and involvement of all the staff. This voluntary and participative approach motivated the CIC-P to apply for the organizational sesame. The ISO 9001:2015 certification of CIC-P aims at increasing its performance, to satisfying its customers and to fully integrate its activities in a continuous improvement process, according to the requirements of this international standard, through the deployment of quality tools such as The Deming wheel (PDCA), an indispensable tool for transformation and reorganization; the analysis of the environment by the strengths, weakness, opportunities, threats (SWOT) analysis tool; the analysis and management of risks by the FMEA method, and all with performance indicators (SMART) and precise objectives at each stage of a project/process. The implementation of satisfaction questionnaires remains the essential tool for evaluating the expectations and needs of interested parties, but also for improving the quality of CIC-P activities and services. All these tools put in place have allowed us to continuously improve the means of production and to constantly improve our organization.

Penerapan Metode SWOT dan BOS dalam Menilai Peluang Usaha Sempol Ayam di Kota Mataram

MSMEs are productive businesses managed by individuals, groups, households, or small business entities that are realized according to assets and / or sales profits per year. The culinary industry is a type of MSME that has a fairly broad market. One of them is a traditional snack business that is quite popular in the community with low prices and raw materials that are easily obtained is chicken sempol. Sales of chicken sempol are dominated by micro and small enterprises. An effective strategy by MSME owners is needed through the use of SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat) and BOS (Blue Ocean Strategy) methods. SWOT aims to analyze the internal and external conditions of MSMEs, while BOS aims to improve product quality and innovation so that petitions can be minimized. This service activity will be carried out in October 2023, at MSMEs Cilok vs Sempol Goyang Senggol, Jl. Panji Tilar Negara, Kekalik, Mataram City, West Nusa Tenggara. The results of the analysis show that it is necessary to evaluate product quality, flavor variants, and marketing strategies. Based on this evaluation, it becomes a strategy by MSME owners in considering it as a variable to be innovated in marketed products.

SWOT ANALYSIS AS A CULINARY DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY FOR BAKSO KONDANG IN SOUTHEAST ACEH

The culinary industry is growing in several regions. Famous meatballs are a regional gastronomic highlight. The Kutacane meatball company in Southeast Aceh will be assessed using SWOT analysis in this study. SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) finds internal and external aspects that can affect corporate success. In-depth interviews with business owners, staff, and customers are used in this qualitative case study research. This research found that the EFI Matrix score is 3.14 and the EFE Matrix score is 2.92. The famous Southeast Aceh Regency meatball business's SWOT Analysis, based on internal and external factors, yields four strategies: SO, WO, ST, and WT

Business Development Strategy Selection for Cracker Enterprises with SWOT and ANP Approaches

Tiara Kerupuk Merah business is still relatively new and development is still needed. The amount of cracker production was less than the demand, this was due to limited human resources and production facilities that were stillnot optimal. From the existing problems, the Red Kerupuk Tiara Business requires a strategy to be able to overcome a problem and the business development process. The method used is SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,Threats) and ANP (Analytical Network Process). The results of the study from the SWOT analysis are that there are 6 (six) alternative strategies for developing the Red Tiara Kerupuk Business. The results of the ANP calculation are the first priority strategy with a value limit (0.057), namely opening branches in other locations/regions, the second priority strategy with a value limit (0.036), namely being a superior supplier for the restaurant industry, and the third priority strategy with a value limit ( 0.025) namely developing products to be distributed to supermarkets.

Performance optimization of fourth-generation biorefinery departments: A novel mixed macroergonomics-sustainability framework

Today, crises caused by environmental pollution such as climate change have emerged as fundamental challenges with far-reaching and sometimes irreparable effects on the environment. Fourth-generation biorefineries (FGBs) have been recognized as a primary solution to these crises. There is a need to establish a comprehensive framework that can evaluate and enhance the performance of various departments in FGBs. This study introduces an integrated framework for evaluating and enhancing the performance of FGB departments, focusing on macroergonomics and sustainability indicators. First, the relative importance of each indicator was calculated using the best-worst method. The necessary data were collected using a validated questionnaire, and factor analysis was employed to assess its validity. The efficiency score of each decision-making unit was then computed using data envelopment analysis (DEA). Principal component analysis (PCA) was performed to validate the DEA results. In the next step, the positive or negative effects of each indicator on the performance of the refinery departments were investigated using sensitivity analysis and statistical tests such as Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Levene, paired t-test, and Wilcoxon. The results of sensitivity analysis indicated that the FGB had the highest performance in reducing injury rates but the lowest in reducing lost workdays caused by injuries or illnesses. In addition, appropriate strategies were developed using Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) analysis to improve the performance of the refinery's departments. To the best of our knowledge, this research is the first attempt to assess the qualitative and quantitative performance of FGB departments on the basis of sustainability and macroergonomics indicators.

Analisis Strategi Pemasaran Bukit Muncak Temiangan Kabupaten Lampung Barat

This research aims to conduct a marketing strategy analysis at the Muncak Temiangan Hill tourist attraction in West Lampung Regency. This research was conducted with the guidance of Dr. Tina Miniawati Barusman, SE., M.BA. Muncak Temiangan Hill is a tourist destination that combines the beauty of natural panoramas with various aspects of tourism to create significant economic value. However, based on observations of these tourist attractions, there was a 90% decrease in the number of visitors in 2021 compared to the previous year. By identifying these problems, the main aim of this research is to conduct a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis on Muncak Temiangan Hill Tourism. The research method used is a narrative approach with a qualitative approach. Data was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. SWOT analysis and SWOT matrix are used to formulate and select optimal marketing tactics to increase the attractiveness of Muncak Temiangan Hill and overcome the decline in the number of visitors.

Business development strategy of coffee processing in MSMEs scale using BMC approach and SWOT-AHP integration

The coffee agro-industry is a sector that is currently growing rapidly in Indonesia. MSMEs Loca Nusa is one of the coffee producers in Malang City which has the potential to be developed. They sell robusta coffee at low prices and delivered from Dampit, Malang which is known to have the best quality. However, Loca Nusa still experience problems in managing their business. The purpose of this study is to identify internal and external factors, formulate and sequence strategies, and form a new development BMC. This study used SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat), the AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process) and BMC (Business Model Canvas) approach. The results showed that the position of MSMEs Loca Nusa was in quadrant V (hold and maintain) with product development and market penetration strategies. The result of the AHP ranking showed market as the highest criteria (0.510), the highest goal is that MSMEs can expand the market to increase production figures (0,566), and the highest alternative is expanding the market to coffee shops in Malang by selling roasted bean products with various variations (0,612). The addition of strategy to the upgraded BMC is on key partner elements, value propositions, and channels.

A SWOT-Based Framework for Personalized Ranking of IoT Service Providers With Generalized Fuzzy Data for Sustainable Transport in Urban Regions

Sustainable transport in cities has been gaining a lot of attraction recently and a core focus of engineering management. Internet of Things (IoT) is seen as a widely accepted technology that promotes sustainability through the interconnection of diverse computing sources for solving environmental problems. Previous studies on IoT have discussed interesting factors toward its adoption, but selecting a suitable IoT service provider (IoTSP) is an open challenge due to a diverse set of factors in practice. Driven by the challenge, in this article, a generalized fuzzy-based decision model is put forward for IoTSP selection, which is the prime objective of the study. Initially, a strength, weakness, opportunity, threat (SWOT) analysis is adopted to identify the crucial challenges in IoT adoption. Later, the relative significance of these challenges is calculated by adopting the regret/rejoice approach. Due to uncertainty, certain rating information of IoTSPs is missing that are rationally imputed by proposing an analytical approach. Rating matrices from experts are transformed into opinion vectors, and a prioritization algorithm is developed with query vector for rational personalized ordering of IoTSPs. Data for the study are acquired via questionnaire, which is filled by experts. The efficacy of the developed model is exemplified by using a real case study of IoTSP selection for pollution management in Chennai. Concerning the findings, mobility, security, and connectivity are the most vital factors for IoTSP selection. Results show that the proposed model is a viable tool for IoTSP selection and it is robust, unique, and stable compared to its counterparts.

National Beef Quality Audit-2022 Phase 1: face-to-face and digital interviews.

The National Beef Quality Audit (NBQA) has been conducted regularly since 1991 to assess and benchmark quality in the U.S. beef industry, with the most recent iteration conducted in 2022. The goal of NBQA Phase I is to evaluate what needs to be managed to improve beef quality anddemand. Interviews (n = 130) of industry personnel were conducted with the aid of routing software. In total, packers (n = 24), retailers (n = 20), further processors (n = 26), foodservice (n = 18), and allied government agencies and trade organizations (n = 42) were interviewed. Interviews were routed in software based on interviewee involvement in either the fed steer and heifer market cow and bull sectors, or both. Interviews were structured to elicit random responses in the order of determining "must-have" criteria (quality factors that are required to make a purchase), best/worst ranking (of quality factors based on importance), how interviewees defined quality terms, a strength, weakness, opportunities, threats (SWOT) analysis, general beef industry questions, and sustainability goals (the latter four being open-ended). Quality factors were 1) visual characteristics, 2) cattle genetics, 3) food safety, 4) eating satisfaction, 5) animal well-being, 6) weight and size, and 7) lean, fat, and bone. Best/worst analysis revealed that "food safety" was the most (P < 0.05) important factor in beef purchasing decisions for all market sectors and frequently was described as "everything" and "a way of business." Culture surrounding food safety changed compared to previous NBQAs with interviewees no longer considering food safety as a purchasing criterion, but rather as a market expectation. The SWOT analysis indicated that "eating quality of U.S. beef" was the greatest strength, and cited that educating both consumers and producers on beef production would benefit the industry. Irrespective of whether companies' products were fed or market cow/bull beef, respondents said that they believed "environmental concerns" were among the major threats to the industry. Perceived image of the beef industry in the market sectors has improved since NBQA-2016 for both fed cattle and market cow/bull beef.

Analysis of the concept of circular economy application by small and medium industries in West Java province (a case study: Padamukti and Cibodas villages, Solokan Jeruk district, Bandung regency)

Although small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have played an important role in Indonesia’s economic growth, they bring various environmental problems. SMEs in the manufacturing sector, also known as small and medium industries (SMIs) are the majority of business entities in Indonesia and are one of the most significant polluters. This study focused on several SMIs located within two villages (i.e. Padamukti and Cibodas) alongside the Citarik River, which is one of the Citarum River tributaries. The study aimed to identify the concept of circular economy application by SMIs in West Java Province consisting of an understanding of (1) the circular economy concept and (2) internal and external factors of the circular economy application. In this study, we applied the snowball technique, closed questionaries, strengths-weakness-opportunities-threats (SWOT), and quantitative strategic planning matrix (QSPM). There were 10 selected respondents, including 4 respondents who were waste generators, while 6 respondents were classified as waste beneficiaries. The study found that 100% of the involved respondents had never heard or understood the concept of the circular economy even though they had partially applied the 5R principles. By using SWOT, driving and barrier factors were identified. The reprocessed waste became a strength factor, while the lack of knowledge and expertise in waste management were two major weaknesses. Meanwhile, there was attention and encouragement from the government for SMIs that implement environmentally friendly businesses as an opportunity factor, and insufficient market availability or consumers are part of the external analysis. Sequentially, using QSPM we suggest that socialization of the circular economy concept needs to be carried out in the wider community as the priority strategy and policy recommendations, followed by policymaking and guidelines for effective circular economy implementation.

Ecotourism branding in protected areas of Iran: Using an efficient hybrid multi‐criteria decision‐making method model

AbstractEcotourism, as a nature‐based sustainable tourism, raises awareness about the protection of natural and cultural landscape values. This study aims to determine the ecotourism criteria to develop strategies for a sustainable ecotourism branding in Golestan, located in the northeast of Iran. To reach this aim, Strengths‐Weaknesses‐Opportunities‐Threats (SWOT) analysis, multi‐criteria decision‐making methods consisting of Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), and Best and Worst Method (BWM) were integrated. The most appropriate ecotourism strategies for the branding of the study area were ranked according to their priorities. The results of this study reveal that among the 5 main and 20 sub ecotourism criteria, “having natural protected areas,” which is an opportunity, and “having ecological values,” which is a strength, were determined as the highest priority strategies for ecotourism branding. The methods and results of this quantitative‐based research present an exemplary hybrid model that prioritizes the strategies required for branding ecotourism in similar protected areas.

Community-based ecotourism for sustainability: An evaluative analysis of Binh Son district, Quang Ngai province in Vietnam

Community-based ecotourism (CBE) has been adopted for the preservation and restoration of the ecosystem in the four local communities in Binh Son district of Quang Ngai province in Vietnam. This study investigates the causal links that exist between socioeconomic development, the protection of biodiversity, environment and natural resources, and the institutional responses necessary for successful CBE development. In order to understand the complexities of the CBE model and how the stakeholders engaged in the CBE at local communities, a mix of the Strength-Weakness-Opportunity-Threat (SWOT) analysis and Driver-Pressure-State-Impact-Response (DPSIR) framework was employed for qualitative and quantitative data analysis using key informant interviews and household surveys. The study findings include important implications for both policy and management for promoting the sustainable growth of ecotourism in the region. Regarding theoretical contribution, various challenges to sustainably developing CBE have been identified while a DPSIR conceptual framework is proposed to assist future research in CBE in this area.

Internationalization strategy management for small and medium-size enterprises: A case study of LED industrial enterprise

With China’s “One Belt, One Road” (OBOR) cooperation initiative in 2013, more and more Chinese SMEs enterprises (SMEs) are heading overseas to international markets (Li, 2020). In the early stage of internationalization, most Chinese SMEs still focus on traditional export trade. By 2023, after ten years of development of the Belt and Road initiative (BRI), the traditional export trade model is no longer sufficient to support Chinese SMEs to cope with competition in the international market (Han, 2021). However, most Chinese SMEs do not have a clear internationalization strategy, so the development of a clear internationalization strategy has become an important research topic for Chinese SMEs. This paper takes D&amp;H company as the research object, uses the PEST analysis model, and the internal factor evaluation (IFE) and external factor evaluation (EFE), internal and external environmental factor analysis matrix to sort out the advantages, disadvantages, opportunities and threats faced by the company, and applies strengths-weaknesses-opportunities-threats (SWOT) and the quantitative strategic planning matrix (QSPM) tools to study the internationalization paths and plans of D&amp;H. This paper explores the new situation of internationalization in a practical sense and provides research examples and methods for Chinese SMEs to develop internationalization routes with some reference value.

Position Analysis and Strategic Recommendations for Business Improvement in The Micro-Small Industry of Oil Palm Post-Harvest Equipment in Kampar Regency, Riau Province

Many industries producing post-harvest oil palm equipment are growing in Riau Province, Indonesia because this province has a large area of oil palm plantations. Micro-small businesses dominate this industry. The micro-small oil palm post-harvest equipment industry experiences many obstacles in improving and developing its business. This research aims to analyze the position of the micro-small oil palm post-harvest equipment industry and then provide strategic recommendations to improve their business. The position analysis used is Business Model Canvas (BMC) analysis and Internal Factor Evaluation (IFE) and External Factor Evaluation (EFE) matrices. Business development strategy recommendations use the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), and Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) methods. The research results show that the company is in a growth and development phase. The top two strategies recommended for these companies are maximizing marketing channels and good cooperation through cooperatives, oil palm processing companies (such as PTPN), government agencies, and social media, and improving product quality by providing skilled human resources and research and development activities.

Ship recycling in developing economies of South Asia: Changing liability to a commodity

The end-of-life (EOL) of ships which is neglected and considered a liability by developed economies of the western world. However, it has become a commodity in the developing economies of South Asian countries. Ship recycling activities are considered extremely dangerous by the International Labour Organization (ILO); however, if ship recycling operations are well-managed then they can play a vital role in achieving circular economy and UN sustainable development goals. This study critically examines recent developments in key ship recycling nations, shedding light on both opportunities and challenges faced by this evolving industry. By delving into the socio-economic benefits and presenting a nuanced assessment of the current state of ship recycling, this research aims to bridge the gap between perceived risks and untapped potential. Furthermore, a strategic analysis using SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) methodology is employed to dissect the ship recycling landscape in South Asian countries. This analysis discerns the inherent strengths and opportunities that can be harnessed for sustainable growth, while also acknowledging and addressing the weaknesses and threats that demand careful consideration in the execution of ship recycling operations. This comprehensive exploration underscores the urgent need for a holistic understanding of the ship recycling industry, fostering dialogue and collaboration towards fostering responsible practices and maximizing the positive impact of ship recycling on both local economies and global sustainability goals.

SWOT Analysis of Parallel Processing APIs - CUDA, OpenCL, OpenMP and MPI and their Usage in Various Companies

Purpose: Parallel Processing is the technique of achieving High Performance Computing (HPC) with parallel execution of programs that are synchronized during the execution time. This research paper studied the companies which use Parallel Processing techniques in their projects and products along with the identification of major Application Program Interfaces (APIs) that are used to achieve parallelism. The major aim of this research work is to perform the SWOT analysis of Parallel Processing APIs to identify the importance of each one from the company perspective. Design/Methodology/Approach: The research method adopted to accomplish the SWOT Analysis of Parallel Processing APIs - CUDA, OpenCL, OpenMP and MPI and their Usage in Various Companies is qualitative and exploratory in nature. Systematic literature review of different companies that use Parallel Processing techniques to build and develop parallel programs is done during this research work. Findings/Results: Parallel Processing constructs can be used to solve various problems in the six major application domains as: - Computational Finance &amp; Business Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Numerical Analysis and Design of Algorithms. Major Parallel Processing APIs used in companies are: - CUDA, OpenCL, OpenMP and MPI for implementing the problems with parallel execution. Foremost companies that use Parallel Processing APIs are studied and various applications, systems, models, and projects that are developed using Parallel Processing techniques are listed. SWOT Analysis is performed on all four Parallel Processing APIs and its SWOT(Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) are identified. Originality/Value: Listing of SWOT Analysis (Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) of Parallel Processing APIs - CUDA, OpenCL, OpenMP and MPI. Paper Type: Company Analysis research paper

Reengineering of technological business processes of a generating energy company in modern conditions

The article studies the improvement of the production activities of a large electric power company in the Moscow region, Public joint stock company “Mosenergo” (hereinafter referred to as “Mosenergo”) by proposing a set of measures for a radical renovation (reengineering) of the main technological business process – “Heat and electricity production”. Based on the process approach and methods of strategic analysis, SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats), the key company success factors were identified, an enlarged business model of “Mosenergo” was built and analysed, followed by the selection of the most preferable business process. With the help of a matrix of criteria, an assessment of business process importance or readiness for the implementation of the selected strategies was made. Key success factors for “Production of heat and electricity” business process were formed. However, in modern conditions, due to the tightening of sanctions imposed by unfriendly countries, the risks of supply disruptions and termination of equipment maintenance are increasing, which causes negative trends in key performance indicators of the selected business process, namely the accident rate and/or the frequency of emergency operation of automatics cases. The set of measures for reengineering the business process “Production of heat and electricity” is based on the idea of automatic technological business process of the company through the introduction of highly effective domestic digital technologies as part of the industry’s digital transformation strategy. The import substitution programme to minimise risks caused by geopolitical events in the world is considered.

Analisis SWOT dalam Strategi Pemasaran Kredit PNS Silantap Sertifikasi pada PT BPR Kerta Raharja KCP Majalaya

Based on the results of observations and interviews, that the background of this research is very tight competition with other banks that have similar products. So that it causes customers to take over credit. This study aims to determine the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis in the marketing strategy of silantap certification civil servant credit products at PT BPR Kerta Raharja Majalaya Sub-Branch Office. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative, with PNS silantap Certification credit as the object of research. Primary data collection techniques through observation, interviews, literature study, and documentation. The results showed that there are 5 things that become strengths in the marketing strategy of PNS silantap certification credit products, there are 5 things that become weaknesses in the marketing strategy of certification silantap civil servant credit products, there are 3 things that become opportunities in the marketing strategy of silantap certification civil servant credit products, and there are 4 things that become threats in the marketing strategy of certification silantap civil servant credit products.

Strategic Tech Horizons: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis of Organizational Technology Integration

This article conducts a comprehensive SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis focused on the strategic integration of technology within Bank BJB, Garut. The strengths identified include the bank's established local presence, a robust customer base, and a strong financial position. However, the analysis reveals weaknesses, including limited experience in digital banking, reliance on traditional processes, and potential resistance to change. Opportunities lie in the growing demand for digital banking services, collaborative partnerships with fintech companies, and regulatory support for technological advancements. On the flip side, the bank faces threats such as intense competition from national and global banks, cybersecurity risks, and the risk of rapid technological obsolescence. The discussion emphasizes the need for strategic initiatives to capitalize on strengths, address weaknesses, seize opportunities, and mitigate threats. In conclusion, recommendations are provided, urging Bank BJB to invest in digital literacy, establish strategic fintech partnerships, fortify cybersecurity measures, and foster a culture of innovation to navigate the dynamic landscape of technology integration successfully.

Architecture of landed house property business strategy (Case study of PT KGC)

Among the property development companies operating in Cibubur, PT KGC and PT SM are the same entity from the one holding company. PT SM demonstrates positive performance for last 4 years while PT KGC showing fluctuation performance over the past four years., therefore, PT KGC required to formulating a new strategy to compete on the landed house property business. The objective of this research is to identify the issues in the landed house business competition, formulate alternative strategies, and determine priority strategies for PT KGC to address the competition in the landed house business. The research methodology employs IFE (Internal Factor Evaluation), EFE (External Factor Evaluation), SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats), and QSPM (Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix). The research shows that inadequate implementation of existing strategies has led to unstable company performance over the past four years, causing decreased revenue, vendor payments, and delays in housing construction. The Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix recommends strategies like market penetration, product development, and market development to improve the company's position in the profitable land-based housing industry.