Organizational Tools Research Articles

Measuring authentic strategy in local government agencies in the United Arab Emirates

PurposeThis paper develops an instrument for measuring authentic strategy and evaluates the adoption of its dimensions by the local government agencies of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).Design/methodology/approachThe dimensions of authentic strategy are identified using factor analysis. Cronbach alpha coefficient and multiple linear regression are used to examine the reliability and predictive validity of the instrument. One-sided and one-way ANOVA are used to assess the adoption levels of the dimensions of authentic strategy.FindingsThis paper has identified three valid dimensions of authentic strategy: (a) strategy uniqueness, (b) leadership commitment and stakeholders’ management, and (c) implementation. The results show that RAK local government agencies have adopted all three dimensions. There were no significant differences between the levels of adoption of the three dimensions of authentic strategy.Originality/valueThe instrument can serve as an effective self-assessment tool for organizations aiming at developing genuine strategies and improving outcomes. This paper adds to the limited literature on strategy within the Arab public sector by analyzing strategy practices in the UAE.

Integration of flexible corporate demographic policy tools into the personnel management system

Amid staff shortages and rising labour costs, many Russian enterprises are looking for non-material methods to man age personnel. Organizational, labour and socio-psychological aspects of employee incentives are closely linked to the corporate demographic policy tools. The article aims to analyse the demand for flexible working arrangements for employees with family responsibilities, as well as to determine the opportunities for integrating flexible organizational and labour tools of corporate de mographic policy into the personnel management system. Flexibilization theory in the context of corporate demographic policy constitutes the methodological basis of the study. The standard methods of structured personal interviews, frequency analysis with equality of proportions hypothesis test using a chi-square statistic, and comparison of mean values based on the Kruskal Wallis test were applied. The empirical evidence includes collective agreements and local regulations of the largest employers in the Russian Federation, as well as results of a sociological survey conducted in June–September, 2023 (the analyzed sample cov ered 2,804 respondents). The study statistically proves that employees working flexible hours are more satisfied with their job and life compared to those with rigid schedules. It also shows that flexible working arrangements are in demand among employees with parental commitments. The paper presents a model and an algorithm for integrating flexible organizational and labour tools of corporate demographic policy into the personnel management system. We develop a list of HR metrics and identify potential positive implications of this integration through strengthening the HR brand, increasing employee loyalty and engagement, and reducing staff turnover.

Business Intelligence for Agricultural Foreign Trade: Design and Application of Power BI Dashboard

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, data analytics has become a critical tool for organizations striving to remain competitive and make informed decisions. Although technology facilitates data analysis, many decision-makers need more technical knowledge to use these tools. This project focuses on developing a business intelligence system in Power BI to analyze agricultural exports from Mexico as part of the Agro-logistics Observatory, aiming to bridge this gap and make data more accessible for non-technical users. The objective is to create an interactive panel that would allow users to visualize and compare export and import data, thereby supporting decision-making for both business and academic purposes. The methodology involved collecting and cleaning data from various sources, such as public institutions, and a modeling process that integrates geospatial data and economic classifications. Key performance indicators (KPIs), such as trade balance and the export share by-product, were designed and calculated to identify critical products and trade patterns. Although similar approaches have been presented in the literature, the novelty of this research lies in the detailed presentation of its methodology, which provides a step-by-step guide for its replication that is often lacking in other studies. In addition, it offers a dashboard that integrates data from various sources, presenting them through easy-to-interpret visualizations so that stakeholders can quickly and efficiently access valuable information beyond traditional data visualization. Furthermore, the project highlights opportunities for improvements in data visualization, including integrating more specific product data and enhancing the dashboard’s capabilities through predictive analysis.

A Tool for Privacy Culture Assessment

This research proposes an organizational culture assessment tool so that institutions can diagnose and develop a privacy culture. For the established objective to be achieved, this research included both a survey and an assessment, along with 100 market professionals, of the requirements considered a survey and an assessment, along with 100 market professionals, of the requirements necessary for developing a privacy culture. In addition, an organizational culture assessment was carried out in 06 organizations utilizing the suggested tool, the OCAI questionnaire, created by Cameron and Quinn (2011). The assessment allows for knowledge about the organization’s cultural levels, including the current perception of the dominant culture and the future status to be achieved. The results indicated the possibility of using the OCAI to assess the culture of privacy and provided 13 requirements that help in the development of this culture in organizations. As In future work, the author recommends the OCAI form’s application of the OCAI form within organizations through a case study, with wide dissemination to employees or servers. Furthermore, it is important to evaluate the effectiveness of this research’s identified requirements and verify whether they contribute to the desired state’s achievement according to the intended types of culture.

Clustering Universities According to Performance Indicators and Determination of Organizational Culture Types in Clusters

This study aims to reveal the organizational culture types of state universities in Kazakhstan, to define the dominant organizational culture type and to interpret the organizational culture types in terms of performance indicators. In order to achieve this goal, statistical data collected from 29 state universities were classified using hierarchical cluster analysis and Ward’s Technique. In this context, firstly, the concept of organizational culture and its effects on organizational performance were explained in the light of literature information, then cluster analysis was conducted on universities in terms of institutional size and performance. In addition, since a data-oriented approach was preferred in this study, universities were classified based on objective data instead of predetermined criteria. Finally, SPSS 22.0 program and Organizational Culture Assessment Tool were used to analyze the validity of the obtained data and the relationships between the variables, and as a result, the organizational culture types of universities were revealed, the dominant organizational culture type among them was determined and suggestions were given based on empirical findings in the study. It is expected that the results of this study will bring different perspectives on the effect of organizational culture on performance indicators in state universities in Kazakhstan.

Integrated Business Planning with Real Time Integration

This paper explores the significance of real-time integration within IBP, highlighting how it enhances operational visibility, improves decision-making, and fosters collaboration across the supply chain. By leveraging advanced integration technologies, such as Cloud and APIs, businesses can harness real-time data to drive agility and responsiveness in their planning processes. Furthermore, this paper addresses the challenges of implementation, including technical complexities and change management, while providing best practices for successful integration. IBP as a vital tool for organizations seeking to thrive in an increasingly dynamic marketplace.

Comprehensive framework for data fusion in distributed ledger technologies to enhance supply chain sustainability

This review proposes a comprehensive framework that integrates data fusion with Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT) to enhance sustainability in supply chain management. In today’s global supply chains, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and environmental responsibility is critical, yet the lack of real-time visibility and data fragmentation presents significant challenges. The framework addresses these issues by merging data from multiple sources, including IoT devices, operational databases, and external environmental factors, using advanced data fusion algorithms. DLT, with its decentralized, immutable, and transparent nature, ensures the integrity and security of the data, allowing all stakeholders to access accurate and tamper-proof information. The fusion of data within a DLT infrastructure not only improves traceability and accountability but also enables the automation of sustainability checks via smart contracts. These contracts can trigger actions based on predefined sustainability metrics such as carbon emissions, energy consumption, and resource efficiency. Furthermore, predictive analytics and machine learning algorithms integrated into the system provide real-time monitoring and optimization of sustainability performance throughout the supply chain. The proposed review offers numerous benefits, including enhanced transparency, reduced operational costs, improved sustainability outcomes, and risk mitigation. It also addresses challenges such as scalability, data privacy, and regulatory compliance, offering solutions to overcome these hurdles. By exploring case studies of successful implementations, this review demonstrates the practical applications and future potential of combining DLT and data fusion for sustainable supply chain management, positioning it as a critical tool for organizations aiming to meet environmental and regulatory demands in an increasingly digital and eco-conscious world.

11.Q. Round table: A Guide for creating a code of ethics for public health professionals and institutions

Abstract The professional discipline of public health is driven by its values. Public health professionals face decisions that have far-reaching ethical implications. Our norms, values, beliefs and the way we see the world, as individuals, communities and institutions which serve us, do matter and fundamentally affect our decisions, behaviours, policies, and practice. The ability to be aware and reflect on norms and values when taking decisions, is a decisive professional virtue in public health practice. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER) Roadmap for the professionalisation of the public health workforce, has highlighted ethics as an essential pillar for professionalisation, a core competency, and the need for a Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for good public health practice. In order to further advance the issue the Global Network for Academic Public Health (GNAPH), ASPHER, the European Public Health Association (EUPHA), the UK Faculty of Public Health and other partners set up an expert international joint working group on public health ethics and law (PHELWG). The PHEL expert working group - which includes senior public health professionals, ethicists, lawyers and academics - has been working to carry out research and develop a guide for creating a Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for public health professionals and institutions. This has included consideration of the competencies, principles and values for good public health practice. The project has involved literature review, research and the wide professional experience of the international group of experts who have been working on the issue.The development of a guide for creating a code of ethics for public health professionals and institutions is part of the overall objective of the PHELWG to build a ethico-legal competency, capacity and resilience of public health workforce. The proposed Guide and related resources will be a timely resource, practical tool and support for public health professionals, organisations, or regulatory bodies to develop their own local country code of ethics and build further ethico-legal capacity of their public health professional workforce and institutions. Purpose of the roundtable workshop will be to: - present the guide on creating a code of ethics for public health public health professionals and institutions, which will be launched at that time - Share the proposed ethical competencies/skills, principles and values for good public health practice, with particular consideration of Indigenous knowledge and world views - reflect and consult with the workshop participants around the guide and the proposed pilot sites for implementing the Codes in various centres. Key messages • Development of Code of ethics and professional conduct is a key requirement for public health professionalization. • The Guide for creating code of ethics by international expert group provides significant resource for development of codes locally. Speakers/Panelists Kasia Czabanowska Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands Farhang Tahzib Faculty of Public Health, Haywards heath, UK Paul Athanasopoulos Public Health Department, Stirling, UK

Influence of Business Process Re-Engineering on Customer Satisfaction in Corporate Organisations: A Case of Sterling Bank PLC.

Business Process Re-Engineering (BPR) has emerged as a crucial strategic tool for organisations aiming to enhance performance and competitiveness in today’s dynamic market. This study examines the influence of BPR on customer satisfaction within corporate organisations, with a particular focus on Sterling Bank Plc. A survey research design was adopted, utilising structured questionnaires to collect quantitative and qualitative data from 100 bank employees. The data were analysed using multiple linear regression to determine the influence of BPR practices and customer satisfaction in corporate organisations. The results reveal a strong positive correlation, with an adjusted R-squared value of 56.8% and a standardised coefficient of 0.775, indicating that effective BPR implementation significantly enhances customer satisfaction (p-value = 0.000). The findings demonstrate that BPR is essential for improving customer loyalty, service quality, and overall organisational success. It underscores the role of BPR in fostering a customer-centric approach, which is critical in a highly competitive business environment. To maximise these benefits, the study recommends that organisations continuously review and refine their BPR strategies, invest in employee training, and leverage advanced technologies to optimise business processes. Furthermore, fostering a culture of innovation and responsiveness and implementing regular feedback mechanisms is vital for ensuring that BPR efforts align with customer expectations and drive long-term improvements in organisational performance.

BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE E ERP (ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING) E SUAS VANTAGENS NAS ORGANIZAÇÕES.

Organizational change has been constantly discussed in organizational analyzes, with regard to the form and reasons why companies change or fail to change. It is necessary to understand that organizational change does not happen instantly, it is a gradual process, which takes place gradually. Currently, there are several support tools for organizations, so that these changes occur in a planned and more secure way. Business Intelligence (BI) is a very important aid for project management in the organization, as it collects and gathers company data, as well as parameters and performance indicators, transforming them into qualitative information. With Business Intelligence (BI) implemented correctly, the data that is and / or travels through the organization is available as consistent information to support decision making. ERP Systems (Enterprise Resource Planning), are able to contribute to the automation of activities and optimization of processes. Thus, organizations gain much more in productivity, cost reduction and optimized tasks, in addition to more efficient management, directly influencing decision making. With its premise of integrating data within the company, ERP Systems, generate faster access to higher quality information, emerges as a tool of great competitive advantage for Organizations in the market. Both of the tools mentioned above bring benefits to organizations.

THE IMPACT OF GAMIFICATION ON EMPLOYEE LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF TRADITIONAL AND GAMIFIED TRAINING METHODS

Gamification has become a popular trend in corporate learning, with many organizations incorporating game design elements into their employee training programs. However, there is limited research on the effectiveness of gamification in enhancing employee learning and development. This study aims to address this gap by conducting a comparative analysis of traditional and gamified training methods on employee learning outcomes. A mixed-methods approach was employed, involving both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis. The results of the study indicate that gamified training methods significantly outperform traditional methods in terms of engagement, motivation, and knowledge retention. Additionally, the study found that gamified training methods were particularly effective in promoting soft skills development, such as teamwork and communication. The findings suggest that gamification can be a valuable tool for organizations seeking to improve employee learning and development outcomes. The study also highlights the importance of considering individual differences in learning preferences and styles when designing gamified training programs. The rise of gamification has revolutionized the way organizations approach employee learning and development. This study aims to investigate the impact of gamification on employee learning and development, comparing its effectiveness with traditional training methods. A comprehensive review of existing literature suggests that gamification has the potential to increase employee engagement, motivation, and retention, as well as improve knowledge retention and transfer. In contrast, traditional training methods often rely on lectures, reading materials, and quizzes, which may not be as effective in promoting active learning and retention. This comparative study examines the effects of gamification on employee learning outcomes, including cognitive, affective, and behavioural outcomes, and compares them to traditional training methods. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for HR professionals, trainers, and managers seeking to design effective training programs that leverage the power of gamification to improve employee learning and development. KEYWORDS: - Gamification, employee learning and development, traditional training methods, job satisfaction, engagement, productivity, employee retention.

The Role of Environmental Accounting in Mitigating Environmental Pollution Risk and its Disclosure

This research explores the critical role of environmental accounting in mitigating environmental pollution risks and improving disclosure practices. Environmental pollution has become a significant global concern, amplified by industrial activities and mismanagement of natural resources. As stakeholders increasingly demand corporate responsibility, environmental accounting has emerged as a pivotal tool for organizations to quantify their environmental impacts, integrate eco-ethics into their financial systems, and enhance transparency in environmental risk disclosures. This study examines how environmental accounting frameworks can aid in reducing corporate pollution by identifying the cost of pollution-related activities and aligning them with financial decision-making processes. Additionally, the research investigates the regulatory frameworks that promote environmental transparency and the challenges that companies face in implementing these practices. Case studies on corporate environmental accounting demonstrate both the potential and limitations of current practices. The research concludes with recommendations on the strategic integration of environmental accounting to foster sustainability and risk mitigation. These findings underscore the importance of consistent environmental disclosure in enhancing corporate accountability and in reducing environmental risks.

A Generalized approach to the operationalization of Software Quality Models

Comprehensive measures of quality are a research imperative, yet the development of software quality models is a wicked problem. Definitive solutions do not exist and quality is subjective at its most abstract. Definitional measures of quality are contingent on a domain, and even within a domain, the choice of representative characteristics to decompose quality is subjective. Thus, the operationalization of quality models brings even more challenges. A promising approach to quality modeling is the use of hierarchies to represent characteristics, where lower levels of the hierarchy represent concepts closer to real-world observations. Building upon prior hierarchical modeling approaches, we developed the Platform for Investigative software Quality Understanding and Evaluation (PIQUE). PIQUE surmounts several quality modeling challenges because it allows modelers to instantiate abstract hierarchical models in any domain by leveraging organizational tools tailored to their specific contexts. Here, we introduce PIQUE; exemplify its utility with two practical use cases; address challenges associated with parameterizing a PIQUE model; and describe algorithmic techniques that tackle normalization, aggregation, and interpolation of measurements.

Characterization of soft skills as an academic and organizational management tool

Introducción: La gestión organizacional funcional en muchos casos se ve afectada por serias dificultades en la gestión emocional de los colaboradores que componen este tejido. Por esta razón, los líderes organizacionales de hoy están haciendo consciente la necesidad de profundizar en la idoneidad de los vinculados a sus empresas, por tal motivo, caracterizar tempranamente a los individuos es una estrategia funcional para garantizar dichos perfiles. Objetivo: Diseñar un instrumento que permita caracterizar de forma temprana las habilidades blandas como herramienta de gestión académica y organizacional. Metodología: El presente documento ha sido realizado desde un enfoque descriptivo cuantitativo, no experimental, de campo, con un muestreo por conveniencia. Resultados: Se presentan los hallazgos del diseño del instrumento alineado a las competencias con sus respectivos puntajes brutos son las siguientes: pensamiento sistémico e investigativo 7, creatividad e innovación 9, empatía 9, emprendimiento 8, flexibilidad 10, integridad 6, multitasking 7, pensamiento crítico 6, tecnología 7, trabajo en equipo eficaz 10, visión inspiradora 10, y el promedio general 8,1. Conclusiones: La propuesta diseñada permite armonizar las habilidades blandas de forma estructurada generando valor para futuras investigaciones aplicadas

Ecosystem model of development of the unmanned aircraft systems industry

The article analyzes the structural transformations of Russian industry in the context of external constraints and the need to ensure technological sovereignty in high-tech industries. The scientific hypothesis of the work is the assumption of the importance of cross-sectoral coordination of subjects of industrial policy in order to develop the production of critical products. The digital industrial ecosystem of the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) industry is considered as an object of research. The purpose of the research is to develop the foundations of the structure of the ecosystem model of the development of the UAS industry and substantiate the feasibility of its application in the interests of improving high-tech industries of the Russian Federation. The article offers the author’s interpretations of the concepts of “digital industrial ecosystem” and “cross-industry ecosystem”, substantiates the principles of functioning of the ecosystem model and its architecture. An ecosystem model of the development of the UAS industry was developed, including management bodies, technical infrastructure, organizational and economic tools, technological clusters and a network of participants. The main distinguishing features of the proposed model from the existing ones are: the distribution of ecosystem management bodies that ensure the autonomy of management at all horizontal and hierarchical levels of its organization; the ecosystem is considered as an instrument of the mechanism of strategic development of high-tech industries involved in the creation of civil-purpose UAS, and provides cross-industry interaction of participants in order to accelerate the development of industrial production and the formation of the UAS market. The ecosystem management model will ensure the possession of up-to-date data of actual and planned indicative evaluation indicators of the state and development of the industry on a time scale close to real, based on the principle of digital transparency.

The Value Attribution Solution: A Novel Approach to Financial Allocation and Performance Evaluation in Organizations

This paper introduces the Value Attribution Solution , a novel approach to financial allocation and performance tracking that enables organizations to monitor and allocate both costs and revenues at an unprecedented level of detail. By leveraging advanced data integration techniques and multi-dimensional analysis, the framework provides organizations with real-time insights into value creation and resource utilization across various operational dimensions. This research presents the theoretical foundations of the solution, details its methodology and implementation process, and discusses its potential impact on organizational performance and decision-making. Through a series of case studies and empirical analyses, we demonstrate the solution's effectiveness in enhancing financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic planning across diverse industries. The solution represents a significant advancement in management accounting and financial control systems, offering a powerful tool for organizations seeking to optimize their resource allocation and value creation processes in an increasingly complex and dynamic business environment.

Technology readiness assessment: Case of clinical decision support systems in healthcare

Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) play a critical role in modern healthcare by supporting healthcare providers in making well-informed decisions, improving patient safety and outcomes, enhancing efficiency, and promoting evidence-based practices. Their integration into clinical workflows can lead to more effective and patient-centered care. CDSS is essential tools for healthcare organizations as well as for healthcare providers to improve clinical care. However, successful implementation of CDSS can be challenging. Therefore, before implementing CDSS, it is crucial to assess the readiness of healthcare organizations to implement these tools. CDSS is essential tools in healthcare for several compelling reasons. For instance, enhanced patient safety, improved diagnostic accuracy, optimized treatment plans, consistency in care, and support for complex decisions. This study's aim is to develop a model that will help healthcare organizations identify the challenges of implementing CDSS, and to assess their readiness for such an implementation in a comprehensive and multi-dimensional manner. Through a literature review, the first step of this research explores the concept of clinical decision support and CDSS, discussing their features, characteristics, and organizational hurdles to implementation. It also provides perspectives on CDSS adoption in the context of information systems and health technology. The review helped to identify research gaps, objectives, and questions. To address these gaps and to attempt to answer the research questions, a Hierarchical Decision Model (HDM) is proposed. The model allows us to assess the readiness of healthcare organizations for CDSS implementation. It presents four perspectives and sixteen criteria for a multi-dimensional assessment. The methodology involves expert panels for the HDM model's refinement, validation, and quantification. Two case studies are then presented to demonstrate the HDM model's application to identify real-world CDSS implementation challenges and to provide insights and recommendations. The research contributions are evaluated against the identified gaps in the literature review, with limitations and future research presented. In conclusion, this research provides valuable insights into CDSS implementation readiness assessment and highlights the need for careful consideration and planning. The proposed HDM model offers a valuable framework for healthcare organizations to evaluate their readiness for CDSS implementation.

Mechanisms for Ensuring Professional Responsibility of Medical Workers through Contractual Means

This article examines the use of contractual mechanisms to promote and enforce professional responsibility among medical workers. As healthcare systems face increasing pressures and scrutiny, there is a growing need for effective ways to ensure high standards of care and ethical conduct. The study analyzes how employment contracts, codes of conduct, and other formal agreements can be structured to clearly delineate professional expectations, incentivize best practices, and provide accountability. Key contractual elements explored include specific performance metrics, ongoing training requirements, incident reporting protocols, and disciplinary procedures. The potential benefits and limitations of relying on contractual means to shape professional behavior are critically assessed. While contracts alone cannot guarantee responsible conduct, when thoughtfully designed and consistently enforced, they can serve as powerful tools for health organizations to uphold professional standards and protect patient welfare.

Sustainability Performance Reporting

Sustainability reporting is an essential tool for companies and organizations to assess and communicate their sustainability performance. Its importance derives from the need for transparency and accountability to stakeholders, including investors, customers, employees and local communities. The principles underlying an effective sustainability report include integrity, accuracy, comparability and clarity. The main purpose of the sustainability report is to provide a clear view of the economic, social and environmental impact of the organization’s activities, contributing to continuous performance improvement and alignment with international standards. The objective of our study is to analyze sustainability reporting and ESG (environment, social, governance) reporting, key steps and methods for measuring and reporting sustainability, and the sustainability policy criteria and reporting frameworks used internationally (GRI, IIRC, SASB, TCFD, ISO 26000, ISO 14016) in order to identify areas for further development to improve the relevance and effectiveness of sustainability reporting. The results obtained from our study enable a better understanding of how an organization reports its social, economic, and environmental impact, the differences in compliance with the international standards used, the main steps, and sustainability criteria followed. Our research highlights the necessary actions and steps through which sustainability reporting can become a more effective and relevant tool, contributing to real sustainable development and more responsible resource management. The usefulness of this report is reflected in many aspects: it facilitates informed decision making, enhances trust and reputation, helps identify risks and opportunities, and supports sustainable business strategies. The sustainability report is not only a means of reporting but also a catalyst for positive change, promoting responsible business practices and contributing to global sustainable development.

Prevalence, duration, and factors influencing post-COVID conditions among patients at several public hospitals, Alexandria governorate, Egypt 2022–2023

BackgroundPost-COVID conditions (PCC), characterized by persistent symptoms following acute infection, represent an emerging chronic illness that potentially affects millions of people worldwide. SARS-CoV-2 infection has resulted in a PCC incidence ranging from 10 to 30 % in non-hospitalized individuals to 50–70 % in hospitalized patients. Most PCC patients experience mild symptoms, while a minority report severe manifestations. We aimed to estimate the prevalence of PCC among COVID-19 patients who attended three public hospitals in Alexandria, Egypt between June 2022 and February 2023, and to investigate its risk factors. MethodsAll COVID-19-confirmed patients aged >18 years attended the selected hospitals, and their household contacts were contacted. Data were collected through telephone interviews using a questionnaire adapted from World Health Organization (WHO) and Penn Medicine tools, covering demographics, COVID-19 history, and PCC symptoms. PCC was defined as symptoms starting three months after the post-acute infection and lasting for at least two months beyond. Statistical analyses employed descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and a logistic regression model, with a significance level of p < 0.05. ResultsA total of 1546 patients were enrolled. Their mean age was 39.7 ± 15.9 years, 46.0 % were males, and 13.9 % had comorbidities. Of them, 760 patients (49.2 %) reported PCC symptoms including, 52.6 % seen at outpatients, 26.7 % were admitted, and 0.5 % required admission to ICU. PCC symptoms included shortness of breath (94.2 %), mood changes (13.9 %), cough (13.0 %), and fatigue (8.8 %). PCC was associated with older age, hospitalization during acute COVID-19, comorbidities including asthma, hypertension, and diabetes, as well as treatment with different COVID-19 medications. Logistic regression shows that asthma, male gender, and treatment with medicines at the hospital remained significant in the model (ORs: 6.85, 0.36, and 0.88, p < 0.001). ConclusionThis study sheds light on PCC's prevalence and influencing factors following infection in Alexandria, Egypt. Common PCC symptoms included difficulty in breathing, fatigue, and psychological manifestations. The findings emphasize the critical need for early intervention and targeted management strategies, especially for high-risk groups such as asthma patients, to alleviate the long-term health consequences of COVID-19. Study results could guide the prevention of PCC e.g., through vaccination, management of long-term sequelae of PCC e.g., rehabilitation, and psychological support initiatives.