scholarly journals Living Conditions of Sub-Saharan Immigrants in Belgium: A Socio-Economic Approach of Eating Habits

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr BALLE Guy-Romaric Ségbé
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Economic Approach ◽  
Economic Relationships ◽  
Financial Condition ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Qualitative Part

The objective of this study is to understand the socio-economic relationships in  habits among sub-Saharan immigrants in Belgium. The interactions between the new living environment and pre-immigration habits were also a focus of the study. The quantitative survey was carried out in seven Belgian cities on a sample of 180 persons. The qualitative part consisted of interviews with twelve sub-Saharan immigrants. The results showed that the main factors explaining the consumption of African food are: the presence of a spouse in the household, children's interest in African products, household size and the availability (supply) of products from the country of origin. Moreover, it appears that the length of stay on Belgian territory does not significantly affect the consumption of African products. Relationships to African food are variously perceived and expressed by sub-Saharan Africans. Basically, their consumption seems to respond to a need to reinvent the socio-emotional microcosm necessary to preserve sacred links with the land of origin. However, in this new and constraining environment, the economic and financial condition of these immigrants does not represent a major factor in the decision-making process for purchasing exotic products.

A Decision Methodology for Determining Suitable Post-Disaster Accommodations: Reconsidering Effective Indicators for Decision-making Processes

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
S. M. Amin Hosseini ◽  
Albert de la Fuente ◽  
Oriol Pons ◽  
Carmen Mendoza Arroyo
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Natural Hazard ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Temporary Housing ◽  
Universal Approach ◽  
Decision Making Processes ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Post Disaster

AbstractOne of the main challenges in assisting displaced persons who have lost their homes as a result of a natural hazard is the provision of adequate post-disaster accommodations, such as temporary housing. Although the need for temporary housing has increased around the world in recent years, it has been criticized on economic, environmental, and social grounds. A universal approach to post-disaster accommodations cannot successfully deal with this issue because each recovery process involves a unique set of conditions. Therefore, rather than defining a specific strategy, this study aims to present an approach capable of producing customized strategies based on contextual and social conditions. To this end, first, the main factors influencing the choice of post-disaster accommodations are identified through five case studies. It is concluded that all of the factors can be organized into three main vertices to simplify the highly complex issues involved in post-disaster accommodations. The case studies also show that the decision-making process consists of two main parts. To date, a recurring failure to distinguish between these two parts has led to unsuitable outcomes. Thus, this paper presents a new decision-making methodology, consisting of multiple steps, phases, and indicators based on the main vertices.

TO STANDARDISE OR TO PATENT? DEVELOPMENT OF A DECISION MAKING TOOL AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUNG COMPANIES

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (08) ◽  
pp. 1640020 ◽  
Author(s):  
NIZAR ABDELKAFI ◽  
SERGIY MAKHOTIN ◽  
MARINA THUNS ◽  
ANNA POHLE ◽  
KNUT BLIND
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Knowledge Diffusion ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Need Support ◽  
Knowledge Protection ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Intellectual Properties ◽  
Technology Resources ◽  
Decision Making Tool

Young companies need support concerning decisions related to intellectual properties. Entrepreneurs can resort to a menu of strategies, not only patenting. First, we explore the literature on standardisation and patenting and relate it to entrepreneurship to identify the internal and external influencing factors as well as the motives and risks related to decision making. Then, we conduct five case studies to explore these influencing factors, while trying to reconstruct the decision making process. We find five main factors: technology, resources, knowledge protection vs. knowledge diffusion, need for partnerships, and pace of innovation. Companies should use patents when their technology is patentable and knowledge protection is perceived essential. Standardisation is suitable when knowledge diffusion is more important than protection, and companies look for establishing new partnerships. These insights are integrated into a decision tree that provides guidance to young entrepreneurs to make an informed decision regarding intellectual properties.

scholarly journals A Case Study on the Factors of Biometric Counterterrorism Policies as a Result of September 11, 2001

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sharon Liu ◽  
Robert Hodgson
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
September 11 ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Terrorist Incident ◽  
Public Sentiment ◽  
Qualitative Thematic Analysis ◽  
Main Factors

Biometrics has emerged as a rapidly moving technology that has been continuously evolving and improving. It has even been incorporated as a form of counterterrorism, preventing incidents of terrorism as well as providing safety measures. While various researchers have analyzed the effectiveness of biometric counterterrorism measures, the factors behind the reasonings of those decision making process of implementation have been untouched. This paper looks to analyze the factors through a case study on the events of September 11, 2001, using a qualitative thematic analysis to identify the factors. It is important to note that rather than analyzing secondhand sources, this study will analyze first hand sources throughout the study. Through this study, it can be concluded that there are five main factors behind implementation of biometric counterterrorism policies: ensuring safety if a terrorist incident were to happen, increasing security to prevent the incident from occurring, public sentiment, potential to become in the future, and current effectivity.

scholarly journals A Literature Review of Factors Influencing Implementation of Management Information Systems in Organizations

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (8) ◽  
pp. 72
Author(s):  
Shuddha Chowdhury ◽  
K. M. Salahuddin
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Management Information Systems ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Management Information ◽  
Successful Execution ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Process Managers

A proper implementation of Management Information Systems (MIS) can improve an organization's performance, productivity, and work efficiently. Three factors are vital in the successful implementation of MIS. These are organization factors, technology factors and management factors. There are several other factors but these three are the most important ones according to observation. All other factors can be incorporated into these three factors. These three main factors work in an integrated and coordinated way. There are several other important sub-factors in each of these three areas. These are also discussed in this paper. Management Information Systems (MIS) play a vital role in decision-making process. Managers can improve their decision-making process with the successful execution of Information Systems. Our main goal in this paper is to determine the factors and make discussions on them. How they affect in the successful implementation of MIS is also discussed here.

Project Management in Russian Companies: State of Affairs and Statistical Analysis of Characteristics� Correlation

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-12
Author(s):  
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O. Bykova
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
System Organization ◽  
Current Situation ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Russian Market ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
State Of Affairs

The research objective is to analyze the current situation in the field of project management in Russian market and to determine the main factors and depended variables, that influence the decision-making process in the field of project system organization. The research demonstrates the result of surveying 57 companies in the Russian market.

scholarly journals Assessing the Importance of Health in Choosing a Restaurant: An Empirical Study from Romania

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (12) ◽  
pp. 2224 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriela O. Chiciudean ◽  
Rezhen Harun ◽  
Iulia C. Muresan ◽  
Felix H. Arion ◽  
Daniel I. Chiciudean ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Hierarchical Cluster ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Contact Method ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Restaurant Managers ◽  
Managerial Implications ◽  
Main Factors

In the context of a spectacular growth of the Romanian restaurant market, it has become a necessity for managers to analyze the decision-making process related to restaurant selection toward obtaining a competitive advantage, which can be achieved through better segmentation and adequate targeting. The main objectives involved the identification of the main factors that influence restaurant selection by evaluating the role that health concerns play in this process and identifying consumers’ restaurant profiles. A survey was conducted using face-to-face interviews as the contact method, in order to identify the main factors considered important for consumers in the city of Cluj-Napoca in the decision-making process related to restaurant selection. Principal component analysis (PCA) was conducted to group the attributes. The non-hierarchical cluster analysis through the use of the k-means method was used to define different groups within the sample and identify common features. Results suggest that the analyzed restaurant market is dominated by three segments of consumers, of which the largest is represented by “health seekers”: a group of young women with medium and low incomes. As such, the possibility of consuming healthy meals within a restaurant is the most important factor for them during the decision-making process for restaurant selection. The present study has important managerial implications. Restaurant managers should admit that this process represents the starting point in designing restaurant concepts, as this type of information is fundamental for management decisions. On the other hand, the study offers important information regarding consumer perception of food, which has recently changed significantly, especially in the segment of young consumers to whom health is very important.

scholarly journals The ‘Trio Presidency’ of the Council of the European Union: Towards More Continuity?

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ele Raik
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Political Will ◽  
Formal Tool ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Council Presidency ◽  
Positive Effect ◽  
Over Time

AbstractThis article addresses the Council presidency trio mechanism codified in the Lisbon Treaty with a particular focus on the continuity question in the Council's decision-making framework. The aim of the article is to explore the effect of the formalised trio programme on continuity in the Council's decision-making process. To this end, the article looks at how the trio mechanism has evolved over time and how it functions in practice.While some analysts have been sceptical about the usefulness of the trio programme, these findings demonstrate that the launch of this institutional tool has improved the continuity in the Council's decision-making process. The positive effect on continuity results from three main factors-the trio programme as a formal tool in the Council's institutional tool-kit; the existence of political will among the presidencies to cooperate; and, lastly, the guiding role of the Council Secretariat. The article presents evidence gathered by tracing the preparations of joint trio programmes from 2007 to 2012.

Investigating patient recruitment to radiotherapy clinical trials

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 232-238 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Thompson ◽  
Melanie Clarkson
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Expert Knowledge ◽  
Dose Fractionation ◽  
Trial Participation ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Patient Interviews ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Randomised Controlled ◽  
Lack Of Commitment

AbstractBackgroundRadiotherapy randomised controlled trials provide evidence to support the development of new techniques and dose/fractionation regimens. Some radiotherapy trials have previously had to close early or revise targets due to low recruitment rates. Many authors have recommended research into recruitment strategies for many areas of medicine, however little work has been carried out in the specific field of radiotherapy.MethodUsing a survey of research radiographers followed by radiotherapy patient interviews, this project provides perspectives on motives for patient participation in radiotherapy clinical trials, and how to best support people through this decision-making process.FindingsThe main factors influencing participation identified by the radiographers were altruism, treatment fatigue and concerns about the trial arms, lack of resources and lack of commitment from some medical colleagues. For patients the main factors were mainly emotional; altruism, and fears for efficacy of different trial arms featured, with requests for timely communication of trial information.ConclusionWe recommend that strategies should be offered proactively to support patients through the decision-making process when considering trial participation. Research radiographers are ideally qualified to offer support and expert knowledge to these patients.

scholarly journals Fatores que influenciam a intenção de compra de viagens de ecoturismo e turismo de aventura

2014 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Leandro Augusto Gouveia ◽  
Marlusa Gosling ◽  
Mariana de Freitas Coelho ◽  
Gisele de Araujo Pereira
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Consumer Behavior ◽  
Purchase Intention ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Stimulus Response ◽  
Adventure Tourism ◽  
Independent Travel ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Belo Horizonte ◽  
The Individual

O crescimento do mercado turístico brasileiro e o interesse do consumidor pela prática de turismo de aventura e ecoturismo (BRASIL, 2012a) torna pertinente a investigação acerca do comportamento do turista como consumidor de produtos e serviços. Assim, conhecer as variáveis de influência sobre o comportamento de compra do turista é importante para que as empresas possam orientar suas ofertas para o mercado e qualificar seus produtos e serviços de acordo com os desejos e as necessidades do consumidor (ENGEL; BLACKWELL; MINIARD, 2000). Para que seja possível entender o processo decisório de um serviço tão complexo quanto o turismo é preciso considerar os fatores internos e externos ao indivíduo que influenciam essas decisões (SWARBROOKE; HORNER, 2002). Para isso, este trabalho teve como objetivo identificar os principais fatores que influenciam a intenção de compra do turista de aventura e ecoturismo, fundamentando-se no modelo de Estímulo-Resposta do Comportamento do Consumidor de Middleton (1994). O trabalho utilizou-se de metodologia qualitativa e exploratória, entrevistando 10 indivíduos da cidade de Belo Horizonte que costumam efetuar viagens com propósitos de ecoturismo e turismo de aventura. De acordo com os resultados encontrados, os principais fatores que influenciam o comportamento de consumo desses turistas são: os grupos de referência, a imagem que o indivíduo tem de determinado destino e a possibilidade de contato com o meio ambiente. Além disso, o estudo apontou a preferência por viagens organizadas de maneira independente em detrimento das organizadas por agências, principalmente pelos consumidores mais jovens entrevistados, devido à importância aferida à liberdade e a flexibilidade durante esse tipo de viagem. Factors influencing intention to purchase ecotourism and adventure tourism trips ABSTRACT The growth of the Brazilian tourism market and the interest about adventure tourism and ecotourism practices from the consumer (BRASIL, 2012a) make pertinent an investigation about the tourism behavior as a products and services consumer. Therefore, knowing the variables of influence about the tourist buying behavior is important because companies can steer their offerings to market and qualify their products and services according to the desires and needs of consumers (ENGEL; BLACKWELL; MINIARD, 2000). To be able to understand the decision-making process of a service as complex as tourism is necessary to take into account internal and external factors to the individual that influence these decisions (SWARBROOKE; HORNER, 2002). To achieve this, this paper aimed at identifying the main factors that influence the purchase intention of the ecotourism and adventure tourists. The research is based on the Stimulus-Response of Consumer Behavior Model, proposed by Middleton (1994). The study used a qualitative and exploratory methodology, interviewing 10 individuals from the city of Belo Horizonte who usually make trips for purposes of ecotourism and adventure tourism. According to the results, the main factors that influence consumer behavior in adventure tourism and ecotourism are: reference groups, the image that the individual have of a certain destination, the interest in sports practices and contact with the environment. In addition, the study showed a preference for independent travel rather than trips organized by agencies, especially by younger consumers surveyed, due to the importance they give for freedom and flexibility for this kind of trip. KEYWORDS: Consumer Behavior; Ecotourism; Adventure Tourism; Decision-making Process.

scholarly journals PROSES PENGAMBILAN KEPUTUSAN MENJADI ISTERI KEDUA DALAM PERKAWINAN POLIGAMI PADA WANITA BERPENDIDIKAN TINGGI

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 231-243
Author(s):  
Irfan Fahmi
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Data Retrieval ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Highly Educated ◽  
Polygamous Marriage ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Providence Of God ◽  
Minimum Education

This study focused on the decision-making process became the second wife in a polygamous marriage by highly-educated women along with the factors that influence it. This study is a qualitative approach with subjects were 3 women aged 30-55 years old with minimum education level was undergraduate and serves as a second wife. From the interviews analysis, it concluded that the decision-making process undertaken by subjects were very diverse and complicated. All subjects through every stage of the decision making process vary depending on the obstacles and problems that they faced. The main factors that affect the subjects in the decision became the second wife is a factor of circumstances, in particular subjects who came from descended polygamy marriage and belief factor, that being the second wife is the providence of God that must be accepted. Suggestions for further research are expected to perform data retrieval from significant others who know the decision-making process taken by the subject

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