scholarly journals Buyer–Supplier Role in Improving Ergonomics in Garment Supplier Factories: Empirical Evidence from the Garment Industry of Bangladesh

2022 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 492
Author(s):  
Imranul Hoque ◽  
Peter Hasle ◽  
Miguel Malek Maalouf
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Shop Floor ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Supplier Relationships ◽  
The Social ◽  
Embedded Case Study ◽  
The Impact

Ergonomics is a key concern of garment suppliers to improve their workers’ well-being and efficiency. However, suppliers’ isolated initiatives are not sufficient to improve ergonomics conditions. Thus, buyers’ cooperation and collaboration with suppliers are necessary to make the ergonomic initiatives successful and sustainable. The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of buyer-assisted ergonomics intervention on suppliers’ performance and the role of buyers’ assistance and suppliers’ initiatives for improving ergonomics conditions in garment supplier factories. Following a qualitative research approach and multiple embedded case study method, this study intervened in supplier factories and collected qualitative and quantitative data from one Danish buyer and their four key suppliers on ergonomics and the role of buyers and suppliers in improving ergonomics conditions. Collected data were analysed by employing both quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques. This study demonstrates that buyer-assisted ergonomics intervention on the shop floor can improve ergonomics conditions in garment supplier factories. This study also shows that improving ergonomics in supplier factories need joint efforts of buyers and suppliers. The findings of this study will enrich the literature on ergonomics, sustainability, and buyer–supplier relationships by demonstrating how garment suppliers in developing countries can improve ergonomics to meet the expectations of lead buyers and their workers. This is a unique research attempt to understand ergonomics from a buyer–supplier relationship perspective and its impact on the social sustainability of garment suppliers.

scholarly journals “This Brings you to Life” The Impact of Friendship on Health and Well-being in Old Age: the Case of La Verneda Learning Community

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 192
Author(s):  
Susana León-Jiménez
Keyword(s):  
Learning Community ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Social ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Health And Well Being

Friendship has been studied along centuries, since ancient times to present-day, as the basis of the social cornerstone, present at all stages of the lifespan and belonging to the world of truthful sentiments. Benefits of friendship on health have been demonstrated. Less is known about the role of friendship on seniors. The aim of this case study has been to show how the end friendship developed in an adults’ school operating for more than 40 years in Barcelona is having a positive impact on the well-being and health of their participants. Through the communicative discussion group, we have deepened in the trajectories of some of the school participants. The results show how participation in the school and the dialogic gatherings have contributed to the emergence of a non-instrumental friendship feeling and to consider an impact on the perceived general wellness and health and an improvement of their life quality. It is discussed how this research provides more elements to the existing literature. More research on how other communitarian environments have similar effects on this population, or on the impact of these dialogical spaces in the development of end friendships in other stages of the life cycle would be of interest.

scholarly journals Evaluation of social marketing objectives: A case study of the effectiveness of operation gcin’amanzi in soweto, South Africa

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 517-528
Author(s):  
Maxwell Agabu Phiri ◽  
Degracia Khumalo
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Social Marketing ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
The Public ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
The Social ◽  
Basic Services ◽  
The Impact

This study was aimed at investigating the effectiveness of the social marketing goal in the implementation of Operation Gcin’amanzi (OGM) in Mofolo North, Soweto, South Africa. The paper is based on a quantitative in nature, although qualitative data was collected to confirm and clarify issues identified in the survey questionnaire. A process-based research approach was pursued in order to measure the impact of social marketing as a phenomenon that has been explored in changing consumer behaviour for the public good. Due to unsuccessful telephone calls to the Johannesburg Water’s communication centre (JW) there is a lack of information from them on specific studies or surveys conducted specifically on OGM since its inception. It is anticipated that the findings from this study will add value to the knowledge in the public sector by elevating the significant role of social marketing in the delivery of basic services projects. These projects are complex in nature as issues of equity, access and the impact on development have to be considered, unlike in traditional marketing approaches where it is the benefit and satisfaction of an individual consumer that is key.

scholarly journals Alternative Friendships to Improve Men’s Health Status. The Impact of the New Alternative Masculinities’ Approach

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 2188
Author(s):  
Oriol Ríos-González ◽  
Mimar Ramis-Salas ◽  
Juan Carlos Peña-Axt ◽  
Sandra Racionero-Plaza
Keyword(s):  
Physical Health ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Healthy Behaviors ◽  
Physical Health Problems ◽  
Alternative Masculinities ◽  
The Impact

Background: Men who develop behaviors connected with the model of hegemonic masculinity present several health problems. Previous research has shown the types of problems that men commonly suffer in this regard such as chronic diseases, dietary disorders, and traffic accidents. To combat and overcome this situation, several campaigns, policies and recommendations have been undertaken, and consequently, their influence has been analyzed. However, there have been few investigations into the role of men’s friendship in the reduction of these physical health problems. The findings presented in this article are focused on this issue, illustrating the impact of male friendship on the shaping of healthy behaviors. Methods: Drawing upon a qualitative-based methodology articulated in a case study of the Men in Dialogue association, located in Spain, the study has followed the premises of the communicative approach, a total of 15 structured online open-ended questionnaires have been performed and analyzed. The median age of the participants is 37.5 years. Results: The findings show how men involved in Men in Dialogue are promoting a kind of masculine friendship that is improving men’s emotional well-being and, consequently, their physical health.

The Role of the Individual in ICT Standardisation

2015 ◽  
pp. 244-261
Author(s):  
Kai Jakobs
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Social Shaping Of Technology ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Shaping ◽  
Technical Factors ◽  
Standards Development ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact

This chapter discusses the influence individuals have in the ICT standards development process. The chapter draws upon ideas underlying the theory of the Social Shaping of Technology (SST). Looking through the SST lens, a number of non-technical factors that influence ICT standards development are identified. A literature review on the role of the individual in ICT standards setting and a case study of the IEEE 802.11 Working Group (WG) show that in a standards body's WG, the backgrounds, skills, attitudes, and behaviour of the individual WG members are crucially important factors. Yet, the case study also shows that in most cases employees tend to represent the ideas and goals of their respective employer. The chapter observes that the non-technical factors are ignored all too often in the literature. It argues that a better understanding of the impact and interplay of these factors, specifically including the skills and attitudes of the WG members, will have significant implications both theoretical and managerial.

Lean Six Sigma in higher education institutes: an Irish case study

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 948-974 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seamus J. O’Reilly ◽  
Joe Healy ◽  
Tom Murphy ◽  
Rónán Ó’Dubhghaill
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Lean Six Sigma ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
The Impact

Purpose This paper aims to contribute to a developing literature on continuous improvement (CI), enabled by Lean Six Sigma (LSS), in higher education institutions (HEIs). It reports on the key learning points arising from the initial steps taken by an Irish university on its CI journey. Design/methodology/approach A case study strategy was adopted following a participatory research approach. This approach supports reflexivity and also provides access to all relevant documentation and staff within the case university. Thematic analysis was supported by data reduction and display techniques. Findings The introduction of a LSS approach rather than a reliance on lean alone introduced a structured methodology (DMAIC) that supported simplification of a number of administrative processes. A number of specific improvements were achieved including: Cycle time and cost reduction; customer or employee satisfaction; and rework and error reduction. The findings support the importance of the Readiness Factors as identified by Antony (2014), with particular insight into the role of senior and middle management, the impact of training and deployment of expertise. Research limitations/implications This paper is based on an ongoing, longitudinal, empirical study of a single case study in Ireland. Originality/value This paper tracks the development of CI in a HEI in a longitudinal manner and adds to the emerging the literature in this area. The paper evaluates the role of management at various levels, analyses the use of LSS tools and techniques and evaluated the role of training and capacity building. Implications for Management are shared including: design and role of training programmes, role of champions at various organisational levels, including key functional areas and sustaining momentum.

scholarly journals Dampak Belajar Dari Rumah (BDR) dalam Perencanaan Karir Siswa

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 267
Author(s):  
Fitri Aulia ◽  
Mujidaturruhil Millah ◽  
M. Musifuddin
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Career Planning ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
The Impact

This study aims to determine the impact of learning from home (BDR) in career planning for class XI MA NW Samawa students class XI MA NW Samawa and to find out the factores that influence the understanding of career planning during the BDR period. This research approach uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. The population in this study were students. .data collection techniques using observation techniques, interviews, and documentation. Based on the results of research on class XI students at the MA NW Samawa school, the results showed that the implementation of learning from home (BDR) had an impact on career planning for students in class XI MA NW Samawa. .it means that students experience obstacles in planning intensive career planning. Students lack information related to career planning, lack of understanding of students to know themselves, students' unpreparedness in planning their careers. .it means that students have not been able to plan their future careers, students have not understood the steps in career planning which include: recognizing talents, paying attention to interests, paying attention to values, paying attention to personality, and understanding their potential. .This study has proven that the implementation of learning from home (BDR) has an impact on career planning for class XI students at MA NW Samawa.

scholarly journals Dampak Pembelajaran Online di Tengah Pandemi Covid-19 Terhadap Proses Pembelajaran Metode Yanbu’a di Kelas 2 MI At-Taqwa Bondowoso

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (02) ◽  
pp. 199-214
Author(s):  
Fatia Inast Tsuroya
Keyword(s):  
Sample Size ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Communication Tool ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Online Teaching And Learning ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this study was to identify and obtain information about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the learning process of the Koran using the Yanbu'a DI method in grade 2 at MI At-Taqwa Bondowoso. The research used an exploratory case study method and the research approach used a qualitative case study method which was used to obtain information on the constraints and consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on teaching and learning activities at MI At-Taqwa Bondowoso. Sample size is based on attainment of depth and richness of description. According to Guetterman, sample size is not a matter of representative opinion and views, but rather a matter of information wealth. The results of this study were that the researchers found several problems and obstacles experienced by students and class teachers in online teaching and learning activities, including: students were not active in depositing their reading results due to network constraints, no quota, students did not have communication tool or handpohne itself, the enthusiasm of students in learning begins to decline, therefore the goals and targets to be achieved by MI At-Taqwa Bondowoso are like their original ideals, that students are able to read the Koran properly and correctly, including in the form of letters, characteristics Characteristics of letters and proper fashohah experience many obstacles as a result of online learning.

scholarly journals Dukungan sosial orangtua anak tunarungu usia 11 tahun di SDN Perwira Kota Bogor

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 20
Author(s):  
Shara Syah Putri ◽  
Asep Supena ◽  
Durotul Yatimah
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Information Support ◽  
Deaf Children ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
The Social ◽  
Deaf Parents ◽  
The Impact

<p>This study was conducted to describe the social support of deaf parents starting from, social support of parents in educating deaf children and the impact of the application of parental social support to deaf children. This research is based on the observation of an 11-year-old child, conducted since September 2018 until January 2019, with some data acquisition since 2014. This research was conducted using a qualitative approach with a case study method. Collecting data through observation, interviews and documentation studies. The purpose of this study was to describe the social support of deaf parents starting from parental social support in educating deaf children and the impact of the application of parental social support to deaf children. The findings in this study contained five forms of parental social support, including information support, emotional, instrumental, social networking, assessment and appreciation for deaf children.</p>

scholarly journals Catching identities in flight

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Catho Jacobs ◽  
Dorien Van De Mieroop ◽  
Colette Van Laar
Keyword(s):  
Social Practice ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Social Psychological ◽  
Psychological Model ◽  
Small Talk ◽  
The Social ◽  
Practice Approach

Abstract We present a case study of a small talk sequence in a Belgian workplace between two female colleagues with a migration background, in which they share stories with each other on racial micro-aggressions they personally experienced. We draw on the social practice approach and focus on the narrators’ identity work in this interaction. We found that the narrators construct stories in which powerless and outgroup identities are projected upon them in the storyworld, but by means of which more empowered identities and an ingroup with the interlocutor are talked into being in the storytelling world. Interestingly, these findings can be linked to the rejection-identification dynamic. This social psychological model shows that individuals who experienced discrimination are able to buffer negative consequences to their psychological well-being by identifying with the group that is discriminated against. This article adds to this earlier research by showing the crucial role of language, in particular of storytelling and small talk, in this rejection-identification dynamic.

scholarly journals Informal Partnerships Between Nonprofits and Local Governments and the Role of Trust

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Scott Pozil ◽  
Anne Hacker
Keyword(s):  
Social Change ◽  
Nonprofit Organizations ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Social ◽  
Economic Well Being

Informal partnerships between nonprofit organizations (NPOs) and local governments represent a winning combination for affective positive social change in communities. These partnerships thrive on the development and sustainment of trust as a guiding force between NPO executives and their local government counterparts. Qualitative case study research reveals such an assertion to be true, based on interviews and document reviews of informal partnerships in a metropolitan area in the Northwest United States. The implications for social change include establishing successful models of informal partnerships between NPOs and local governments that impact the social and economic well-being of communities.

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