scholarly journals Economic Efficiency in the Tunisian Olive Oil Sector

Agriculture ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 391
Author(s):  
Domingo Fernández-Uclés ◽  
Saida Elfkih ◽  
Adoración Mozas-Moral ◽  
Enrique Bernal-Jurado ◽  
Miguel Jesús Medina-Viruel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Olive Oil ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Economic Efficiency ◽  
Explanatory Power ◽  
Qualitative Comparative Analysis ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Data Envelopment ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Oil Sector ◽  
Ict Training

This study aims to assess the economic efficiency of Tunisian olive oil firms in order to identify the organizational and technological variables that are directly associated with greater efficiency. The Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) and fuzzy sets Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) method were used to achieve this. We find the managing director’s education level and information and communication technologies (ICT) training, the longevity of the company in inverse relationship with efficiency, the company’s presence on and use of virtual social networks, and the outsourcing of ICT management in combination have significant explanatory power in the companies that display greater economic efficiency.

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES AS DEVELOPMENT TOOLS FOR SECOND-TIER COOPERATIVES

New Medit ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Adoración Mozas Moral ◽  
Enrique Bernal Jurado ◽  
Domingo Fernández Uclés ◽  
Miguel Jesús Medina Viruel
Keyword(s):  
Olive Oil ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Qualitative Comparative Analysis ◽  
Social Economy ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Network Activity ◽  
Online Sales ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Second Tier ◽  
Oil Sector

The Spanish olive oil sector is the world leader in terms of olive oil production. This sector primarily comprises companies in the social economy, especially cooperatives, which account for more than 75% of production. The emergence of second-tier cooperatives has enabled the implementation of one of the recurring recommendations by scholars, namely enhancing the commercialization of olive oil through greater concentration and integration of supply. This improved commercialization is made possible in part by the greater capacity of these companies to invest in information and communication technologies (ICTs) and human capital specialized in managing these ICTs. The use of the Internet gives these companies access to a market of unparalleled dimensions. In light of this situation, this study examines the factors that explain a higher level of online sales activity by these firms. To do so, fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) is used. The results show that age, size, the management’s ICT training, social network activity, and outsourced ICT management are associated with greater online sales of olive oil by second-tier cooperatives.

scholarly journals Ict as a development factor in the tunisian olive oil sector

New Medit ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Keyword(s):  
Olive Oil ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Qualitative Comparative Analysis ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Market Force ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Development Factor ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Oil Sector ◽  
Manager Training

Olive oil is one of the main agricultural products of the countries that make up the Mediterranean basin. The low profitability of this sector of activity and the growing challenges of an increasingly turbulent market force the sector to search for more efficient organization. The aim of this paper is to determine the organisational and technological factors associated with the most economically efficient Tunisian olive-growing organisations. To this end, firstly the Data Envelopment Analysis method has been used to establish a hierarchy of the most efficient organizations. Secondly, the Qualitative Comparative Analysis method has been used, which allows us to establish the relationships of variables that explain the highest levels of economic efficiency. The results obtained show that the academic training of the top manager, training in information technology, the age of the organisation and the existence of plans and budget items for the adoption of information and communication technologies are variables that explain this greater efficiency.

What makes a global movement? Analyzing the conditions for strong participation in the climate strike

2021 ◽  
pp. 053901842110222
Author(s):  
Thomas Laux
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Global Climate ◽  
Qualitative Comparative Analysis ◽  
State Level ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
New Wave ◽  
Global Features ◽  
Global Movement ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Global Movements

The Fridays For Future movement and their global climate strikes put climate change on political agendas worldwide and created a new wave of climate activism. The emergence of a global movement is a rare and contingent phenomenon that promises insights for political sociology and globalization research. This study consists of a qualitative comparative analysis (QCA) of 17 democratic countries to analyze the conditions for strong mobilization of the third global climate strike. Four mechanisms are identified, showing that trust in environmental movements, the availability of resources through international nongovernmental organizations (INGOs) and information and communication technologies (ICT), and frame resonance are sufficient for explaining strong mobilization. These results illustrate that global movements depend on several equifinal mechanisms for mobilization on the nation-state level. Furthermore, the findings illustrate that the global features of a global movement are necessary but not sufficient for explaining its emergence.

Towards E-Commerce Use for Pro-Poor Tourism Promotion: Local Providers' ICT Training Needs in Tanzania

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (04) ◽  
pp. 1550020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juma James Masele
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Software Applications ◽  
Microsoft Word ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Tourism Enterprises ◽  
Ict Training

Although e-commerce and related technologies are regarded as tourism business' natural partners, opportunities emanating from their use may not be fully realized unless users are equipped with required information and communication technologies (ICT) knowledge. A need for capacity building is thus critical to providing developing countries with opportunities to capitalize on the opportunities offered by ICT. This study was carried in Zanzibar and Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania to investigate ICT training level and current ICT training needs among the micro-small and medium tourism enterprises (MSMTEs). Using snowballing non-probability sampling technique, data was collected from willing 69 MSMTEs. While quantitative data was analyzed using statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS), descriptive answers were contently summarized. Activities identified include tour operating, souvenirs, Tingatinga drawings, Maasi carvings, boutique selling, hotel operation, animal zoos, backpacking and information services provision. Areas that revealed importance and urgency for training include internet usage, purchasing and selling products via the Internet, basic web designing and maintenance and troubleshooting. Others are basic software applications such as Microsoft word, spreadsheet, report processing and presentation. Need for government support in laying out infrastructure, supportive policies that favor sponsored trainings and subsidized investments in ICT was exposed as important ingredients for tourism competitive advantages.

scholarly journals Pengaruh Modal Teknologi Informasi Dan Komunikasi Terhadap Kinerja Inovasi

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 727
Author(s):  
Pungki Andriani Setiadi ◽  
I Made Narsa
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Innovation Performance ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Ict Infrastructure ◽  
Ict Training ◽  
The Relationship

This study aims to investigate the relationship between Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) on innovation performance. Information and Communication Technologies consist of ICT Infrastructure, ICT Personnel, ICT Training, and ICT Department. This research method uses descriptive quantitative method with a questionnaire as a method of data acquisition. The subjects of this study were 70 respondents taken by random sampling method from various manufacturing companies in Surabaya. Data analysis techniques using Partial Least-Square (PLS). The results of this study indicate that ICT Infrastructure and ICT Training have a significant effect on innovation performance. Meanwhile, ICT Personnel and ICT Department did not significantly influence innovation performance. Keywords : ICT Infrastructure; ICT Personnel;  ICT Training; ICT Department; Innovation Performance.

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF TRAINING STANDARDS FOR FUTURE TEACHERS TO USE OF ICT IN THEIR PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY IN UKRAINE AND ABROAD

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 0-0
Author(s):  
Yurii Skyba ◽  
Tetiana Shrol
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
National Standards ◽  
Comparative Characteristic ◽  
Professional Activity ◽  
Future Teachers ◽  
Training Standards ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Ict Training ◽  
Teachers Training

The article provides the analysis of such teachers training standards to use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in their professional activity as European framework of ICT competence 3.0, UNESCO ICT Competency Framework, Standards for Teachers ISTE, National Standards for ICT training of future teachers of Australia, Poland and other countries. The comparative characteristic of features of standards description is carried out and the features that characterize and define the ICT training of future teachers best of all are defined.

Application of information and communication technologies in special libraries in Kuwait

2011 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 457-469
Author(s):  
Husain Al‐Ansari
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Status ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Library Catalogue ◽  
Ict Training ◽  
Further Development

PurposeThe study is designed to explore the application of information technology in various operations and services in special libraries in Kuwait.Design/methodology/approachThe data were collected through a questionnaire accompanied by interviews with head librarians in 25 special libraries in Kuwait.FindingsThis study provides baseline data on the current status of the application of information and communication technology (ICT). The majority of the libraries are partially automated. The library catalogue was found to be the most popular area for automation. More than one fourth of the libraries are still using manual systems in their library operations and services. Lack of adequate personnel, ICT training programs, and low priority of libraries within their organization are major obstacles for ICT application in special libraries.Practical implicationsThis paper will have implications for the development of special libraries in Kuwait. It also indicates existing obstacles, difficulties, suggestion and recommendations for further development.Originality/valueIt is the first study of the status of ICT applications in special libraries in Kuwait. Its findings should help researchers and decision makers to improve the current information infrastructure

Gauteng Paperless Classrooms: Fantasy, Fiction, or Reality?

Mousaion ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rehana Minty ◽  
Ian Moll
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Main Research ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Fantasy Fiction ◽  
Postgraduate Studies ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Ict Training

The South African government has invested substantial funds into providing information and communication technologies (ICTs) to schools and ICT training for teachers. However, these projects have not been as successful as anticipated. Internet connectivity and a lack of ICT skills among teachers continue to plague ICT integration at schools. Despite the challenges, the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) established “paperless schools” at selected sites. This article emanates from the postgraduate studies of the first author, entitled “The Viability of Teaching and Learning Mathematics Using Information and Communication Technologies in a Paperless Environment”. The main research question was: “How are teachers teaching Mathematics in a paperless environment?” A qualitative research method and a multiple case study design were employed. Semi-structured, in-depth face-to-face interviews were conducted with sixteen Mathematics teachers, one deputy principal, two ICT committee members, and a member of the Harry Gwala Support Centre. Classroom observations were also conducted. The data were analysed using thematic analysis. The findings indicate that Mathematics is being taught in a blended environment in all four cases, contrary to what the Gauteng MEC expected. Teachers articulated their preference for a blended teaching and learning environment and their belief that Mathematics cannot be taught solely with ICTs. It is recommended that the GDE change their expectations of requiring teachers to teach in a paperless context. Instead, it should be the teacher’s choice when to integrate technology to enhance teaching and learning.

scholarly journals Opinion of Teachers and Directors About Implementation and Using of Information and Communication Technologies in Schools of Latvia

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-50
Author(s):  
Juris Porozovs ◽  
Anita Migleniece ◽  
Daina Voita ◽  
Toms Voits ◽  
Alvis Valdemiers
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
School Directors ◽  
Modern Education ◽  
Ict Use ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Study Process ◽  
Ict Training

Abstract Modern education is closely connected with implementation and use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in the teaching process. ICT is recommended to be used in schools in Europe to develop competences of students to become high-quality professionals and active citizens in the society. A questionnaire survey of teachers and directors of Latvian schools was carried out in order to evaluate the use of ICT in Latvian schools and attitude of teaching staff towards this process. The results of the questionnaire survey showed that Latvian schools are not supplied with ICT to a satisfactory level. It is necessary to raise the competence of many teachers in the field of ICT. The attitude of teachers to the use of ICT in the study process is more positive in comparison with school directors. Important factors for improvement of ICT use in schools are ICT training for teachers, computer accessibility for teaching staff, sufficient supply of qualitative ICT teaching materials and computers in schools and encouragement of teachers to use ICT.

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