Food for Life: evaluation of the impact of the Hospital Food Programme in England using a case study approach

Objectives To evaluate the impact and challenges of implementing a Food for Life approach within three pilot NHS sites in 2014/2015 in England. Food for Life is an initiative led by the Soil Association, a non-governmental organisation in the UK that aims to encourage a healthy, sustainable food culture across communities. Design A case-study approach was undertaken using semi-structured interviews with staff and key stakeholders together with analysis of relevant documents such as meeting minutes, strategic plans and reports. Setting Three NHS Trusts in England. Participants Staff and key stakeholders. Main outcome measures Synthesis of key findings from semi-structured interviews and analysis of relevant documents. Results Key themes included the potential to influence contracting processes; measuring quality; food for staff and visitors; the role of food in hospitals, and longer term sustainability and impact. Participants reported that adopting the Food for Life approach had provided enormous scope to improve the quality of food in hospital settings and had provided levers and external benchmarks for use in contracting to help drive up standards of the food provided by external contractors for patients and staff. This was demonstrated by the achievement of an FFLCM for staff and visitor catering in all three organisations. Conclusions Participants all felt that the importance of food in hospitals is not always recognised. Engagement with Food for Life can produce a significant change in the focus on food within hospitals, and help to improve the quality of food and mealtime experience for staff, visitors and patients.

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The Implementation of Distance Learning during the Covid-19 Pandemic

MADRASAH ◽

10.18860/mad.v13i2.11330 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (2) ◽

pp. 114-125

Author(s):

Raden Adji Suryo Utomo ◽

Fitri Nur Mahmudah

Keyword(s):

Data Analysis ◽

Distance Learning ◽

Data Sources ◽

Quality Of Education ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Study Approach ◽

Quality Of Research

The implementation of learning is the most important part in improving the quality of education. The Covid-19 pandemic period is part of the challenge for education so that learning continues. The purpose of this study was to investigate in depth the implementation of distance learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The method used in this research is qualitative with a case study approach. The research was conducted at Muhammadiyah Pakel Elementary School. The data sources in this study were teachers, parents, and students. Data collection techniques using structured interviews assisted with guidelines that are structured questions systematically. Data analysis using the Denzin Licoln case study model assisted by atlas.ti software version 8. The technique used to improve the quality of research is source triangulation. The results of this study provide information that in the implementation of the implementation of distance learning there are three factors, namely policy, distance learning process, and human resource activeness. These three factors are novelty which can be recommendations for the three education centers in order to be part of improving the quality of distance learning education during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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A Study of the Effects of Architectural Forms on Sound Quality in Church Buildings

Nigerian Journal of Environmental Sciences and Technology - March 2018 ◽

10.36263/nijest.2017.01.0029 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 1 (1) ◽

pp. 43-54 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

O. J. Ediae ◽

E. P. Enoma ◽

O. S. Igbogbo ◽

I. C. Ezema ◽

E. N. Ekhaese

Keyword(s):

Qualitative Method ◽

Natural Setting ◽

Intensive Study ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Architectural Form ◽

Study Approach ◽

The Impact ◽

Gaining Insight

Acoustics in churches design is concerned with the impact of sound on both the worshippers and the building as well. The aim of this study is to investigate sound audibility and quality with the use of acoustic materials and most appropriate architectural form. Qualitative and case study approach were adopted, the qualitative method involves the collection of narrative data in a natural setting, with a view to gaining insight. While the case study involved an intensive study of specific phenomena through investigations. These methods were chosen due to the nature of this research, personal observation and interviews were extensively carried out. Research shows that, architectural forms are special vaccines necessary to achieve quality of sound in churches and large halls in general.

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Analysis of the Implementation of Manic-Type Schizoaffective’s Clinical Pathway

RA Journal Of Applied Research ◽

10.47191/rajar/v7i7.05 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 07 (07) ◽

Author(s):

Ferryana Rusmana Sari ◽

Keyword(s):

Clinical Pathway ◽

Clinical Pathways ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Study Approach ◽

Preliminary Study ◽

The Impact ◽

Care Costs ◽

Financial Losses

Hospitals control costs without reducing the service quality by using clinical pathways. Clinical pathways control the quality and cost of cases that consume large resources. According to Presidential Regulation No. 12 of 2013 regarding Health Insurance, the implementation of clinical pathways to diagnosis that consumes large resources is an effort to control costs and quality of patient services in the INA CBGs system. The preliminary study conducted found a large difference between the real hospital rate and the INA CBGs rate on the diagnosis of Manic Type Schizoaffective Disorder for 3 (three) consecutive years. If this situation continues, the impact will be financial losses for the hospital. The purpose of the study is to analyze the implementation of the Manic Type Schizoaffective’s clinical pathway at the Grhasia Mental Hospital. This research method is qualitative with a case study approach. The results of the Clinical Pathway study can reduce the length of stay for Manic Type Schizoaffective patients but it is not yet effective for patient care costs.

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Business Models Amid Changes in Regulation and Environment: The Case of Finland–Russia

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su12083393 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 12 (8) ◽

pp. 3393 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Oskari Lähdeaho ◽

Olli-Pekka Hilmola

Keyword(s):

Business Models ◽

New Technologies ◽

Business Environment ◽

Manufacturing Companies ◽

Business Climate ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Study Approach ◽

The Impact

Changes in regulation are affecting the international business environment. In this study the impact of regulation changes and ways to benefit from those in Finland and Russia are examined. Logistics and manufacturing companies are studied using the case study approach including ten semi-structured interviews (Finland and Russia) and a survey (Southeast Finland), further supported by an additional survey for logistics sector companies (Southeast Finland). The changes in the business environment have created a fragmented market with a growing number of actors. Three business models (blockchain-based, platform-based and innovative subcontracting-based), capitalizing on the growing number of actors, were incepted in the interview phase and evaluated in the survey phase with companies. These models are integrable with the circular economy, a relevant practice according to the studied companies. Blockchain was perceived as a still immature technology. Further study revealed that the companies are not well prepared for environmental demands in logistics, and the overall volumes and business climate between the analyzed countries have not improved. Additionally, those companies do not actively pursue the possibilities of new technologies. The impact of regulatory changes in this region has not been examined closely with a case study approach. This study helps to explain the current trends in an established market.

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Upaya Peningkatan Komitmen Kerja Guru Bidang Studi (Studi Kasus di SMK Riyadlul Quran Kabupaten Malang)

Jurnal Dinamika Manajemen Pendidikan ◽

10.26740/jdmp.v5n1.p22-28 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 5 (1) ◽

pp. 22

Author(s):

Mustaghfiroh Mustaghfiroh ◽

Nova Syafira Ariyanti ◽

Maulana Amirul Adha ◽

Sultoni Sultoni

Keyword(s):

Work Commitment ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Internal Factors ◽

Study Approach ◽

Qualitative Research Design ◽

Tree Diagram ◽

Teacher Work ◽

The Impact

Abstrak: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menetapkan faktor-faktor penyebab dan juga dampak yang disebabkan oleh rendahnya komitmen guru bidang studi di SMK Riyadlul Quran dan strategi yang dapat ditemukan untuk memecahkan masalah rendahnya komitmen kerja guru. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah wawancara, observasi dan studi dokumentasi. Dalam penelitian ini, penulis menggunakan teknik tree diagram untuk menganalisis masalah, menganalisis penyebab masalah dan juga menganalisis dampak yang disebabkan oleh masalah ini. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa rendahnya komitmen guru dalam bekerja di SMK Riyadlul Quran disebabkan oleh; (1) motivasi kerja guru rendah, (2) peraturan sekolah yang berlaku tidak diterapkan secara optimal, dan (3) kurangnya pengawasan oleh kepala sekolah. Pembentukan komitmen kerja guru dipengaruhi oleh faktor internal dan faktor eksternal. Oleh karena itu, komitmen kerja guru harus ditingkatkan karena keberhasilan siswa tergantung pada kualitas guru.Abstract: The aims of this study is to establish the causal factors and also the impacts caused by the low commitment of teachers in the field of study at SMK Riyadlul Quran and that strategies can be found to solve the problem. This study used a descriptive qualitative research design with a case study approach. Data collection techniques used in this study were interviews, observation and documentation study. In this study, the authors used a problem tree diagram technique to analyze problems, analyze the causes of problems and also analyze the impact caused by these problems. The results of this study indicate that the low commitment of teacher work at SMK Riyadlul Quran, caused by; (1) motivation of teacher work is low, (2) applicable school regulations are not implemented optimally, and (3) lack of supervision by the principal. In conclusion, the formation of a teacher's work commitment is influenced by internal factors and external factors. Therefore, teacher work commitments must be increased because the success of students is depend on the quality of the teachers.

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The Importance of Job Satisfaction to improve Employee Performance

Technium Social Sciences Journal ◽

10.47577/tssj.v18i1.3059 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 ◽

pp. 367-377

Author(s):

Diana Prihadini ◽

Siti Nurbaity ◽

Heksawan Rachmadi ◽

Krishantoro Krishantoro

Keyword(s):

Job Satisfaction ◽

Employee Performance ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Study Approach ◽

Level Of Satisfaction ◽

Individual Thing ◽

Different Levels

Job satisfaction or employee satisfaction is a measure of the level of satisfaction of workers with their type of work which is related to the nature of their job duties, the results of the work achieved, the form of supervision obtained and the feeling of relief and liking for the work they are engaged in. Job satisfaction is an individual thing because each individual will have different levels of satisfaction according to the values that apply in each individual. This study is a qualitative research with a case study approach. Data collection was carried out by means of semi structured interviews to 10 staff working in private universities in Jakarta. Interview was also conducted with 2 HRD directors to dig deeper the efforts to provide job satisfaction which can improve employee performance. The results of this study indicate that job satisfaction has a big role in improving the quality of employee performance.

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STRATEGI DAN TANTANGAN PENGRAJIN LURIK KEMBANGAN DALAM MENGHADAPI PERSAINGAN USAHA INDUSTRI LURIK DI YOGYAKARTA

EQUILIBRIA PENDIDIKAN : Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Ekonomi ◽

10.26877/ep.v2i1.1824 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

pp. 11

Author(s):

Wahyu Triana Sari ◽

Syamsul Bakhri

Keyword(s):

Product Innovation ◽

Observation Data ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Traditional Art ◽

Study Approach ◽

Industry Competition ◽

Data Source ◽

The Impact

Abstract Lurik Kembangan is a traditional art product of Yogyakarta. Lurik Kembangan which still survive until now made by Non-Machine Weaving Machine. The more days pass, the variety of lurik becoming more diverse and creating more various products from fabric lurik. However, business competition is getting worse because there is only a few young people who willing to work as craftsmen and the impact of industrialization in Yogyakarta resulting the craftsmen’s income decreases. Qualitative research with case study approach aims to find out the strategies and challenges of lurik craftsmen in facing strait industry competition in Yogyakarta. Validity of data obtained by triangulation of data source. The technique of data analysis is done by integrating observation data at the production place of lurik group Maju Mandiri, Interview with craftsmen, Chairman of Maju Mandiri luric group, and documentation from various sources to support information about Lurik Kembangan craftsmenship. The theory used is Karl Marx's Theory of Capitalism and Theory of Glocalization from Robertson. The results showed that the strategy of the artisans of Lurik Kembangan in facing business competition is to create product innovation; maintaining the quality of traditional lurik; and expand the scope of marketing. The challenge of the craftsmen is to maintain the Lurik Kembangan increasingly heavy because the youth choose to work in factories or other sectors; competition in the middle of Yogyakarta industrialization makes the marketing of weaving lurik become increasingly narrow; the impact of the industrialization created the class of capital owners and craftsmen.Keywords: Industry, Lurik, Strategy, Challenge

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Prinsip Kearifan Lokal dalam Pengembangan Strategi Kehumasan pada Pemerintah Daerah Kabupaten Bandung

Communicatus: Jurnal Ilmu komunikasi ◽

10.15575/cjik.v4i2.10566 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 229-248

Author(s):

Betty Tresnawaty

Keyword(s):

Public Relations ◽

Local Knowledge ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

West Java ◽

Study Approach ◽

Positive Image ◽

The Government ◽

The Impact ◽

Public Relations Strategy

Public Relations of the Bandung Regency Government realizes that its area has a lot of potential for various local wisdom and has a heterogeneous society. This study aims to explore and analyze the values of local knowledge in developing public relations strategies in the government of Bandung Regency, West Java province. This study uses a constructivist interpretive (subjective) paradigm through a case study approach. The results showed that the Bandung Regency Government runs its government based on local wisdom. Bandung Regency Public Relations utilizes local insight and the region's potential to develop a public relations strategy to build and maintain a positive image of Bandung Regency. The impact of this research is expected to become a source of new scientific references in the development of public relations strategies in every region of Indonesia, which is very rich with various philosophies.Humas Pemerintah Kabupaten Bandung menyadari wilayahnya memiliki banyak potensi kearifan lokal yang beragam, serta memiliki masyarakatnya yang heterogen. Penelitian ini bertujuan menggali dan menganalisis nilai-nilai kearifan lokal dalam pengembangan strategi kehumasan di pemerintahan Kabupaten Bandung provinsi Jawa Barat. Penelitian ini menggunakan paradigma interpretif (subjektif) konstruktivis melalui pendekatan studi kasus. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Pemerintah Kabupaten (Pemkab) Bandung menjalankan pemerintahannya berlandaskan pada kearifal lokal. Humas Pemkab Bandung memanfaatkan kearifan lokal dan potensi wilayahnya untuk mengembangkan strategi humas dalam membangun dan mempertahankan citra positif Kabupaten Bandung.Dampak penelitian ini diharapkan menjadi sumber rujukan ilmiah baru dalam pengembangan strategi kehumasan di setiap daerah Indonesia yang sangat kaya dengan beragam filosofi.

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Toward A Business Resilience Framework for Startups

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su13063132 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (6) ◽

pp. 3132

Author(s):

Leo Aldianto ◽

Grisna Anggadwita ◽

Anggraeni Permatasari ◽

Isti Raafaldini Mirzanti ◽

Ian O. Williamson

Keyword(s):

Innovation Process ◽

Dynamic Capability ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Study Approach ◽

Continuous Innovation ◽

Technology Capability ◽

Resilience Framework ◽

Business Resilience

Covid-19 has had a significant impact on the disruption of the global economic sector, including for startup businesses. This encourages entrepreneurs to carry out a continuous innovation process to become more ambidextrous and continue to innovate in an effort to futureproof their business. The paper aims to provide a business resilience framework by exploring capability (innovation ambidexterity, dynamic capability, and technology capability), behavior (agile leadership), and knowledge (knowledge stock) in startup businesses. This study uses a literature review synthesis to gain a greater understanding of startup resilience and its implementation. This study also uses a case study approach in building a framework by obtaining data from semi-structured interviews with three startups owners in Indonesia. This preliminary research has identified four propositions that will be used to develop questionnaires and data collection instruments. Thus, this study provides new insights on how startups can overcome contradictory pressures for business resilience in anticipating, dealing with, and emerging from business turbulence due to the Covid-19 pandemic by considering the factors proposed in this study. The implications and recommendations of this study are also discussed in detail.

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