Practical Technology Research Articles

Strategic Advancements for Competitive Edge in the Food Industry

This study explores the strategic management and enhancement of competitiveness within the food industry. Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating market conditions and a need for modernization, this research identifies a significant gap in the effective utilization of foreign investments and the adaptation of industry practices to contemporary standards. The primary aim of this research is to propose methodologies for fostering investment, modernizing operations, and expanding production capacities to stabilize and grow the market presence of food industry enterprises. Employing a methodological approach that combines theoretical frameworks with empirical data analysis, the findings suggest that increased competition and new production capabilities can significantly improve market supply and price stability. The implications of this research underscore the necessity for strategic interventions that not only respond to current industry demands but also anticipate future market conditions, thereby ensuring sustainable development and competitive advantage in the food industry. Highlights: Foreign Investment: Essential for technology infusion and practice improvement. Operational Modernization: Adapts enterprises to contemporary market demands. Production Expansion: Increases supply and stabilizes prices through new capacities. Keywords: Food Industry, Management Strategy, Market Stability, Production Expansion, Competitive Mechanism

Directing the Agropolitan Centers for Horticulture Crops in the Pekalongan District

Agropolitan development integrates agriculture with urban living in our evolving global landscape. The present study aims to identify the potential and challenges in agropolitan development and formulate strategies for establishing agropolitan centers. Focusing on the Pekalongan Regency in Indonesia, the Research offers recommendations for the raw material-producing villages and collection and processing sub-district. Key aspects include integrating infrastructure, technological and agricultural practices, and economic and social support to address issues and tap into the potential related to agropolitan development. This study emphasizes the importance of addressing challenges and taking advantage of opportunities to develop agropolitan centers in the Pekalongan Regency.

Intelligent Ideological and Political Education: The New Role of Artificial Intelligence

Intelligent political and ideological education has steadily gained popularity in today's educational landscape due to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology. This research aims to investigate the emerging role of artificial intelligence in political and ideological education. First of all, we clearly define and explain the concept of intelligent ideological and political education, and deeply analyze the basic connotation and characteristics of intelligent ideological and political education including its important value. Secondly,we analyze the application status of artificial intelligence technology in ideological and political education, and give two representative typical cases.At the same time, we also analyzed the innovative practice of artificial intelligence technology from two aspects of moral education and political education.Furthermore, given the difficulties AI technology faces in the context of political and ideological education, we suggest appropriate responses,This study concludes with a discussion on artificial intelligence's development tendency in ideological education going forward.Our prediction is that as artificial intelligence technology advances and becomes more sophisticated, intelligent education will serve as a strong basis for comprehensive innovation in educational methods, content, and management. This will enable the development of exceptional talent who possess a strong sense of national identity, global perspective, and social responsibility.

A Review Paper on Recent Trends in HRM

In recent years, there have been notable and innovative improvements in the human resource sector. In many firms, the world of human resources has been shaped by the combination of technological innovation and work practices. Human resources and their management are impacted by ongoing changes in economic, social, psychological, and technological frameworks and understandings. Management of human resources is essential to any firm. This department is a must for any business or organization. The people that work for an organization are the focus of HRM. It consists of the systems, plans, activities, and policies of an organization that affect the performance and conduct of its employees. The purpose of this study is to determine the recent trends in human resource management and review the work of many researchers to find out the ongoing trends adopted in the human resource sector. The key trends include hybrid work model, upskilling of employees, AI enabled HRM, Employee Experience, Diversity and inclusion.

Bank Profitability Indicators in the Context of Modern Technology: A Comparative Study (Commercial Banks, Islamic Banks)

Purpose: The aim of the current study is to identify profitability indicators in commercial banks in light of modern technology compared to Islamic banks. Method/design/approach: To achieve the study objectives, descriptive approach methods were followed, after-tax profitability indicators were used during 2018-2023 in which banking technology became widespread in specially in Islamic banks. Results and conclusion: The research uncovered variations in profitability metrics between commercial banks and Islamic banks from 2020 to 2022, with consistency observed in subsequent years. Based on these findings, the study delineates several recommendations. Research implications: In this study comparing the profitability measures of banks looking at Islamic banks in the context of technology it provides valuable insights, for making strategic decisions in banking sector and finance. The findings from this study can guide customized strategies to use progress for improved profitability and competitiveness, in both types of banking institutions. Originality/value: By exploring how these two distinct banking models navigate and leverage modern technology to enhance profitability, this study provides insights into the intersection of finance, technology, and banking practices. This fills a crucial gap in existing literature and offers valuable implications for practitioners, policymakers, and scholars seeking to understand and optimize banking strategies in the digital age.

Feasibility of using bean crop residues for feeding sheep during dry season shortage: implications for economic and environmental resilience

ABSTRACT In Cuba, beans are part of the traditional gastronomy and livelihood of the people. During bean harvest, farmers generate high volumes of stubble, which they burn, thus adversely affecting soil health and organic matter, air quality, and greenhouse gas emissions. Bean harvest occurs during the dry season, a period of feed shortage for livestock, such that integrating farming and livestock production could be a way to feed and fatten sheep at little cost. We assessed the feasibility of feeding bean stubble to sheep by determining 1) volumes produced and nutritional value of stubble, 2) acceptability, performance, and carcass yields of lambs fed stubble, and 3) feasibility for this integrated farming-livestock system at local and regional levels. During harvest, 650 tons of stubble are produced in the municipality of Morón by 190 farmers, which represents a potential to feed more than 3,500 lambs, with acceptable average daily gains of 90 g per day with minimal supplementation. We thus affirm this is a viable technological practice with economic, ecological, and social implications as an acceptable alternative to burning stubble to enhance food security and livelihoods of small and medium-sized farms, while generating new employment opportunities, especially for rural women. Future studies are needed to evaluate the economic, ecological, and social impacts of this agriculture-livestock integration technology.

Research on the Mechanical, Thermal and Induction Healing Properties of Asphalt Wearing Course with Steel Fibers.

Induction healing technology can effectively repair microcracks in asphalt mixtures and is a promising maintenance technology for asphalt pavements. However, it requires the addition of steel wool fibers to asphalt mixtures and cannot be directly used to repair existing pavements. In order to improve the practicality of the induction healing technology, this article designs a wearing course asphalt mixture with induction healing function that is going to be paved above the existing road surface. The AC-10 asphalt wearing course for induction heating was prepared by adding steel fiber (SF). Analysis of the overall temperature of the surface revealed the unevenness of the temperature distribution, and the healing properties were investigated through protective heating that controlled the maximum temperature of the upper surface. The results show that the addition of SF can improve the high-temperature stability, low-temperature and intermediate-temperature crack resistance, and moisture stability of asphalt wearing courses; however, it has adverse effects on volumetric performance and skid resistance. The heating temperature increases with the increase in SF content, but higher maximum temperature heating rate causes worse heating uniformity and lower healing effect. The maximum heating rate of the sample with 10% SF reaches 3.92 °C/s, while its heating rate at minimum temperature is similar to that of the sample with 6% SF, which is only 0.7 °C/s, indicating the worst heating uniformity. The best healing effect occurs when the maximum temperature of the upper surface reaches 160 °C. The recommended optimal SF content is 6% of the asphalt volume. The asphalt mixture with 6% SF has an appropriate volume performance, moisture stability, and skid resistance; additionally, it has the best high-temperature stability, as well as low-temperature and intermediate-temperature crack resistance. Meanwhile, it also has uniform temperature distribution and efficient healing efficiency.

Emerging Technologies and Evolving Work Practices Impacting Employee Engagement: Automobile industry

Purpose: The manufacturing industry has been at the cutting-edge of technology advancements, which has improved quality and profoundly altered work practises. Technology disruptions are redefining work practices, resulting in innovation and creativity driving higher productivity and performance. Man-machine collaboration is profoundly strengthening manufacturing, increasing product quality and safety features. Robots, Cobots working alongside the shopfloor act as a substitute human workforce, increasing productivity and performance Theoretical framework: Multiple theories support employee turnover studies and the job embeddedness theory suits this study the most. JE theory clearly states that employees who feel connected to the social and professional phase within the organization are less likely to leave. Likewise, motivated and up skilled employees will tend to have better QOL and QWL. Design/methodology/approach: The study was conducted over three months in the automobile industry, and the design adopted a mixed method approach; primary evidence was collected from the field as an interview method, and also various scholarly evidence collaborated with our study. The research design is descriptive and deductive in nature. The methodology used in the research paved the way to answer the critical research question with the help of a theory. Findings: Adapting to new work practices results in changes to job design as employers optimize their workforces to meet the demands of the latest techniques. Implementing disruptive technologies can improve the efficiency, safety, and fulfilment of the workplace in the automobile industry. The new-age practices driven by disruptive technologies enhance skill development, productivity, and employee engagement Research, practical & social implications: Disruptive technologies are improving the safety and quality parameters. Organizations focusing on employees' up skilling based on learning preferences and learning styles tremendously impact productivity, motivation, and morale, enhancing job satisfaction and employee retention. Originality/value: Data collected from the field interactions derived the factual position which was tested using various statistical tool to ensure reliability and validity. Findings added to the body of knowledge further.

From Mindset to Practice: How Employees’ Attitudes Impact Tourism Businesses’ Sustainability Practices

ABSTRACT Recognizing that attitudes can drive positive behavioral intentions, the study examines the effects of tourism business employees’ attitudes toward sustainable tourism on their involvement in economic, socio-cultural, environmental, political, and technological sustainability practices. The results of the 389 questionnaires completed by the employees revealed that employees’ attitudes toward sustainable tourism significantly affect the involvement of tourism businesses in sustainable practices. Importantly, these insights suggest that tourism businesses should prioritize cultivating a pro-sustainable mind-set among employees, enhancing training that links sustainability and business viability, and continuously aligning their sustainability strategies with changing societal standards. This study contributes to the literature on tourism businesses and sustainable tourism development, offering actionable insights for new policy interventions.

Shaping the future of industry: Understanding the dynamics of industrial digital twins

A digital twin (DT) is a representation of anything in the real-world that gets updates from both its physical and environmental equivalents. As a result, it is seen as the cornerstone of Industry 4.0 and the wave of innovation to come since it connects virtual cyberspace with actual physical entities. Virtualization of machinery control, use of data analysis in decision-making, and information flow through the Internet are some trends in Industrial Digital Twins (IDTs). IDT is one of the possible digital technologies that are currently being developed to facilitate digital transformation and decision-making in many industrial sectors. Even after more than two decades, the concept of digital twin is continuously developing, taking new forms like IDT as it permeates industries and applications. This has led to an ever-growing diversity of definitions, which poses a danger to the concept’s clarity and might result in the technology’s use ineffectively. To define what qualifies an IDT and what does not, there is a requirement for a comprehensive description with well-defined criteria. A digital representation of a physical process enables safe management, remote control, and simulations of the process. This paper offers recommendations for creating a Digital Twin architecture that incorporates the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and modern technology, integrating aforementioned features in an experimental application. Additionally, the article concentrates on the IDT characteristics, major technological practices behind IDT, related sustainable solutions, and major use-cases. Furthermore, the existing challenges are explored with a specific focus on the open issues and related future opportunities.

Analysis on Machining Precision Control of Mechanical Die

New era of rapid development and progress, to promote science and technology is increasingly perfect, manufacturing to meet customer demand, puts forward higher requirements on mechanical precision mold processing, and mechanical processing plant to ensure the precision mold processing, must improve the level of staff technology practice and professional quality, and constantly learning new technology, new equipment, and set up correct GongZuoGuan, Clearly understand the relationship between the machining accuracy of mechanical die and its application, deeply analyze its influencing factors, and put forward targeted control measures. Based on this, this paper carries out an in-depth analysis of the machining precision control of mechanical die, for reference only.

Practical Research on Tao Xingzhi's Educational Thought of "Integration of Teaching and Doing" in Art Teaching — Taking Flower Carpet as an Example

Art activities include imitation and creation. Tao Xingzhi's thought of the unity of art teaching and practice provides theoretical guidance and practical significance for the imitation and creation of basic art education. In art activities, the opening of aesthetic mind and the practice of art technology are indispensable. It can be said that the edification of aesthetic mind is full of all aspects of life. Paying attention to the sublimation of aesthetic soul is very difficult for the late art education in China. Mr. Tao Xingzhi, a famous educator in China, has the idea of teaching doing in one, which is helpful and enlightening. At present, it has been widely used in many art classes in China. Compared with many novel foreign teaching ideas, our domestic idea of teaching doing in one seems to be more suitable for the local education situation. Abandon the old teaching ideas, pay more attention to let students gain more practical ability in the classroom, let students become the main body in the classroom, and teachers play a more guiding role in diversified embodiment and deeper excavation of theoretical knowledge. Teachers teach while doing and students learn by doing. This new teaching method is more in line with China's educational policy of paying attention to quality education. It is also conducive to cultivating students' creativity and protecting their personality development in thinking, so as to cultivate more excellent talents with all-round development.

Agricultural Extension for Adopting Technological Practices in Developing Countries: A Scoping Review of Barriers and Dimensions

This scoping review employed the PRISMA-ScR framework to dissect the complexities of technological extension in agriculture within developing nations, where varying socio-economic, cultural, and environmental facets deeply influence extension strategies. Our study aimed to identify and expand upon the existing knowledge of critical factors—both challenges and opportunities—that affect the efficacy of agricultural extension, with a focus on contextual variations. To achieve this, we conducted a comprehensive review of the relevant academic contributions from 2013 onwards. This included articles, reviews, conference proceedings, book chapters, and data papers. Our analysis focused on scrutinizing the interaction dynamics between extension personnel and farmers, the adaptation of technologies to local contexts, and the significance of cross-sector collaboration. Through bibliometric analysis, we provide a synthesis of 32 pertinent records. Our findings advocate for a paradigm shift from the traditional linear knowledge transfer to a more encompassing approach that values bidirectional communication, cultural awareness, and the active involvement of local farming communities. We argue for extension practices that are attuned to environmental dynamics, promote long-term economic sustainability, and are informed by theoretical perspectives that can refine the design of extension systems and models. Our review posits that the enhancement of sustainable agricultural technology adoption lies in a profound reform of extension systems. Such reform should focus on design and operational models that are more inclusive, adaptive, and acutely attuned to the complex realities of farmers in emerging economies. This integrative, systemic, and holistic approach proposes a framework to bolster agricultural sustainability and rural development.

Availability of pesticide-treated seeds on the soil surface in different crops and countries: A comprehensive data set reflecting modern agronomic practice.

For plant protection products applied as seed treatments, the risk to birds and mammals possibly feeding on such treated seeds needs to be addressed in the EU, in order to register these products for commercial use. For this purpose, the European Food Safety Food Authority (EFSA) has provided guidance on how to execute such a risk assessment. The risk assessment follows a tiered approach. In the Tier 1 risk assessment of the EFSA guidance (2023), it is assumed that birds or mammals have ad libitum access to treated seeds and exclusively feed on treated seeds. Due to this conservative assumption, the Tier I risk assessment typically indicates an unacceptable risk to birds and mammals and higher-tier refinements are required. One option for refinement is to use data on the availability of treated seeds on the soil surface directly after drilling. Published data on seed counts are, however, limited to a few countries and crops, and often these data are not contemporary, that is, do not reflectadvances in sowing technology and current agronomic practice. To address this data gap, we provide recently generated data from industry field trials (the studies were conducted from 2000 to 2022, >70% between 2019 and 2022), covering 270 fields from seven countries (Austria, France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Spain, UK) for spring and winter cereals, winter oilseed rape, and sunflower. This comprehensive data set realistically reflects modern agronomic practice and is thus suitable for consideration in a regulatory context for refining the risk assessment for birds and mammals. Integr Environ Assess Manag 2024;20:1706-1714. © 2024 The Authors. Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of Society of Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry (SETAC).

Elevating Customer Relationship Management in Chinese Banking: A Synergy of Information Technology and Strategic Practices

Elevating Customer Relationship Management in Chinese Banking: A Synergy of Information Technology and Strategic Practices

Practical Exploration of Simulation Technology Based on Artificial Intelligence in Engineering Design

This paper discusses the application and practice of the simulation technology based on artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of engineering design. By integrating AI into the traditional engineering design process, we can achieve more efficient and accurate design solutions. Taking a specific engineering design project as an example, this article shows how AI simulation technology contributes to design optimization, risk assessment and cost control. The results show that AI simulation technology can not only improve the design quality, but also shorten the design cycle, bringing revolutionary changes to the field of engineering design.

Healthcare Resource Allocation Optimization

Assuring high-quality patient care and making the best use of the resources at hand requires the efficient allocation of healthcare resources. This study uses a thorough examination of patient admission data, treatment plans, and staff availability to tackle the complex problem of optimizing healthcare resource allocation. We want to reduce wait times, optimize resource use, and eventually improve patient outcomes in healthcare facilities by integrating these essential elements. Our strategy makes use of cutting-edge data analytics tools, such as optimization algorithms and predictive modelling, to find underlying patterns and trends in patient demand, treatment regimens, and staffing needs. Our goal is to create prediction models that anticipate patient admissions, treatment requirements, and staffing levels by analysing historical data and real-time inputs. This will allow for proactive resource allocation techniques. The study's conclusions have important ramifications for healthcare administration since they provide practical advice on how to improve patient care delivery, cut wait times, and make the most use of the resources at hand. Healthcare institutions can enhance resource allocation procedures to meet the changing demands of patient care while guaranteeing the optimal use of resources by integrating technology, data-driven decision-making, and evidence-based practices. In summary, this study lays the groundwork for future investigations and innovations in hospital administration and operations while also supporting current initiatives to enhance healthcare resource allocation procedures. Healthcare organizations can improve patient outcomes and achieve operational excellence while providing high-quality, patient-centred care by adopting data-driven approaches and utilizing technology.

Innovative Practice of Heavy Metal Soil Remediation Technology under the Background of Rural Revitalization by Integrating Agriculture, Culture and Tourism

Innovative Practice of Heavy Metal Soil Remediation Technology under the Background of Rural Revitalization by Integrating Agriculture, Culture and Tourism

Deep practice of internet of things image recognition technology based on deep learning in intelligent financial supervision system

With the deepening development of the financial market, the role of regulatory systems in ensuring green and safe financial environment is becoming increasingly prominent. The traditional intelligent financial regulatory systems on the market lack precise and effective real-time monitoring and recognition capabilities, making it difficult to effectively process and analyze large-scale financial data. In order to improve the real-time recognition of abnormal situations or potential risks, achieve automation and intelligence of supervision, this article combines deep learning technology to study the deep practice of IoT image recognition technology in intelligent financial supervision systems. In response to the “data silos” and cross regional linkage issues faced by financial industry regulation, this article designs and implements an intelligent regulatory system based on IoT image recognition technology through deep learning. Using Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) algorithm to classify and analyze system images for regulatory and risk control purposes. The research results indicate that the intelligent financial regulatory system constructed in this article has high stability and responsiveness, which can effectively meet the real-time regulatory needs of finance and help promote the healthy development of the financial market.

Poland’s Breast Self-Exams: Empowering Awareness

Introduction and purpose: Breast cancer poses a significant global health challenge, especially in Poland, where it is the most prevalent cancer among women. Despite advancements in medical technology, individual awareness and proactive health practices, such as Breast Self-Examination (BSE), are crucial for early detection. This study focuses on BSE practices in the Tarnów district of Poland, a small city facing unique healthcare challenges, to understand the prevalence, knowledge, and attitudes toward BSE. The aim of study was to comprehensively investigate BSE practices among women in the Tarnów district, considering socio-demographic factors.
 Material and Methods: Anonymous questionnaires assessed socio-demographic characteristics, attitudes toward BSE, frequency of BSE performance, knowledge on BSE, and sources of information. The survey involved 100 Polish women in gynecologist and general practitioner offices in Tarnów County. Results were analyzed in relation to age, education, and place of residence.
 Results: While 90% of women were familiar with BSE, 10% had never heard of it. While 29% performed BSE monthly, 18% never conducted the examination. Knowledge gaps were identified, particularly regarding optimal BSE practices. Information sources included the Internet (44%) and gynecologists (28%). Notably, 65% expressed a willingness to participate in BSE training.
 Conclusions: In conclusion, the study provides valuable insights into BSE practices among women in the Tarnów district, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to encourage regular BSE. Knowledge gaps and the willingness of women to participate in training present opportunities for healthcare initiatives. The study also highlights the need for broader health education campaigns to dispel myths and enhance awareness, particularly regarding breast cancer affecting both genders. Limitations include a small sample size and geographic specificity to Tarnów district.