scholarly journals The impact of conceptual structures on transaction and enterprise architecture practices

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Richard Lindsay Fallon
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Enterprise Architecture ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Enterprise Systems ◽  
Formal Concept ◽  
Secondary Research ◽  
Conceptual Structures ◽  
The Impact

This research hypothesises is Conceptual Structures using the Resource Event Agent (REA) ontology adds value when defining a Transaction Oriented Architecture (TOA) for Enterprise Systems. Enterprise Systems drive global economic growth through well-designed implementations that provide organisations with multiple benefits, including streamlined business processes, increased efficiencies, improved productivity and decreased costs. Conversely, poorly implemented Enterprise Systems can lead to poor operating results. Most Enterprise Systems still use traditional methods of storing economic data mirroring the double-entry bookkeeping system, which can cause several problems, including data loss and repetition. Enterprise Systems must capture transaction data in a format available to multiple business processes to fulfil their goals. This thesis provides an overview of the currently available frameworks for Enterprise Architecture design. It details the problems that are observed and experienced during the completion of real-world Enterprise System development projects. The basis of the Transaction Concept is then presented as the general solution, leading to a TOA for Enterprise Systems. The Transaction Pyramid describes TOA through three layers of transactions: Enterprise, Business, and Database. The Design Science Research Methodology (DSRM) is used as the primary research methodology to provide a framework to this research. Together with the secondary research method of Action Research to provide a more granular basis for DSRM Step 3 : "Design and development", which required multiple minor iterations of the cyclical process of Action Research to produce the required artefacts. The case study approach is used also as a secondary research method for empirical inquiry and investigation required for DSRM step 4: "Demonstration". A Knowledge Management System is defined to validate TOA, and artefacts are implemented for an Automated REA (AREA) based on Protégé Frames to underpin TOA as a Proof of Concept. AREA provides a fully- edged, TOA design tool for Enterprise Architecture using the REA ontology. AREA's Knowledge Repository uses Conceptual Structures through a) the ISO Common Logic standard's Conceptual Graph Interchange Format (CGIF) to store and transmit the TOA using an REA ontology, and b) Formal Concept Analysis (FCA) for validation. AREA is then demonstrated and evaluated using two industrial case studies as exemplars. These Findings support the research's hypothesis and its contribution to knowledge.

scholarly journals Modularising the Complex Meta-Models in Enterprise Systems Using Conceptual Structures

2018 ◽  
pp. 261-283 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Polovina ◽  
Hans-Jurgen Scheruhn ◽  
Mark von Rosing
Keyword(s):  
Information Processing ◽  
Formal Concept Analysis ◽  
Enterprise Architecture ◽  
Enterprise Systems ◽  
Concept Analysis ◽  
Formal Concept ◽  
Conceptual Graphs ◽  
Enterprise Information ◽  
Meta Model ◽  
Conceptual Structures

The development of meta-models in Enterprise Modelling, Enterprise Engineering, and Enterprise Architecture enables an enterprise to add value and meet its obligations to its stakeholders. This value is however undermined by the complexity in the meta-models which have become difficult to visualise thus deterring the human-driven process. These experiences have driven the development of layers and levels in the modular meta-model. Conceptual Structures (CS), described as “Information Processing in Mind and Machine”, align the way computers work with how humans think. Using the Enterprise Information Meta-model Architecture (EIMA) as an exemplar, two forms of CS known as Conceptual Graphs (CGs) and Formal Concept Analysis (FCA) are brought together through the CGtoFCA algorithm, thereby mathematically evaluating the effectiveness of the layers and levels in these meta-models. The work reveals the useful contribution that this approach brings in actualising the modularising of complex meta-models in enterprise systems using conceptual structures.

Designing a Virtual Enterprise Architecture using Structured System Dynamics

2006 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-29
Author(s):  
Nikitas A. Assimakopoulos ◽  
Anastasios N. Riggas
Keyword(s):  
System Dynamics ◽  
Enterprise Architecture ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Core Competencies ◽  
Virtual Enterprise ◽  
Business Goals ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Efficient Integration ◽  
Structured System ◽  
The Impact

The starting point for establishing a Virtual Enterprise is a set of existing enterprises which might contribute with some of their functionalities (core competencies) to the formation of the virtual entity. The most important issue, in this formation, is the rapid integration of the business processes of the participating companies. The architecture of the VE must assist companies desiring to enter into a virtual relationship by defining the functions and interfaces of critical business processes, thus allowing for a more rapid and efficient integration of the expertise which will be contributed by each partner in the virtual enterprise. While the integration of computer and communication technologies are no doubt critical issues, the successful attainment of the business goals of the virtual enterprise often depends on its ability to align the business processes and practices of partner enterprises. Focus of this paper, is the presentation of Structured System Dynamics (SSPS) multi-methodology for the design and the evaluation of a Virtual Enterprise Architecture. SSPS uses Systems Thinking and System Dynamics principles as launch pad for its approach. The Systemic Methodologies of Problem Structuring Methodology (PSM) and SAST are also integrated in this new Multi-Methodology. SSPS is a new practical and scientific tool in designing and evaluating a VE architecture providing the ability to determine the impact, reliability, success of the Architectures' models created, refine them and identify potential process improvements. A framework for the rapid and efficient integration of the business processes of the participating companies in the virtual enterprise is provided. For this multi-methodology, a real-life application is also presented for a Virtual Enterprise that constructs Wireless Payment Mechanisms.

scholarly journals COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Sara Sarwari ◽  
Samina Huq ◽  
Tanvir Ahmed Minar
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Hotel Industry ◽  
Employment Opportunity ◽  
Secondary Research ◽  
Luxury Hotels ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Catastrophic Impact

The recent pandemic named COVID-19 has led to a worldwide panic as a consequence of its deadly nature. This pandemic has a catastrophic impact on the hospitality area, one of the world’s largest sectors that changed the employment opportunity of relevant people. The research investigates the impact of COVID 19 on the hotel industry, more precisely, on luxury hotels both in the global and Bangladesh perspectives. Furthermore, the research also examined the business recovery possibilities with the sustainability of this hotel industry in a dramatically changed world of post-COVID-19. Secondary research methodology as well as content analysis are used here to compile various information from published sources. In conclusion, this study will help to take precautions and apropos plan to recuperate any unavoidable circumstances in the future.

scholarly journals Adult EFL Reading Selection: Influence on Literacy

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 167-181 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juan Sebastián Basallo Gómez
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Adult Students ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
English As Foreign Language ◽  
Selection Processes ◽  
Text Selection ◽  
The Impact

<p><span>This paper is about the impact of systematic reading selection used to promote English as foreign language learning in adult students. A qualitative action research methodology was used to carry out this project. Ten class sessions were designed to provide students an opportunity to select texts according to criteria based upon their language levels and personal/professional interests. The findings align with three categories of influence: motivation, engagement, and contextualization/interpretation of readings. The main objective of this project was to see how the students’ text selection processes, guided by systematically designed criteria and elaborated strategies, influenced learning and acquisition in terms of motivation, perceptions, and opinions towards reading in English.</span></p>

scholarly journals Facilitating the Impact Implementation Programme

2009 ◽  
Vol 29 (91) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sharon Markless ◽  
David Streatfield
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Research And Development ◽  
Annual Cycle ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Process Model ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Further Education ◽  
Lessons Learnt ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Implementation Programme

This paper describes the process model used in the Impact Implementation Programme and its origins in earlier research and development conducted in the schools, further education and public libraries domains. The choice of an action research methodology is discussed. The facilitation process undertaken through the first annual cycle of the Programme is described and various lessons learnt are reported. Conclusions are offered on the success of the Programme so far and on some factors likely to influence success if this model is adopted elsewhere.

scholarly journals An Action Research Methodology into the Interpretation on Withholding Tax: In the Case of the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-32
Author(s):  
Hazlina Hussain ◽  
Nor Aziah Abd. Manaf
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Income Tax ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Data Gathering ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Inland Revenue ◽  
Withholding Tax

This paper describes the research work undertaken by the authors in applying action research methodology to identify the interpretation spectrum of the withholding tax provision in respect of section 4A of the Income Tax Act 1967 and the related public ruling. There has been no similar study published on using action research to improve the clarity of withholding tax provision. This study discusses the interpretation spectrum of section 4A of the Act on withholding tax. It is essential to focus on tax clarity as tax uncertainty affect both taxpayers and tax administration. The research had adopted action research method and utilised qualitative method of data gathering by way of focus group and semi-structured interviews and concludes that section 4A need improvements and policymakers should focus their attention on enacting clear law so that taxpayers understand and comply with the law.

scholarly journals Perencanaan Arsitektur Perusahaan untuk Pengelolaan Aset di PT. Musdalifah Group menggunakan Kerangka Kerja Zachman

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 59 ◽  
Author(s):  
Indah Safarina ◽  
Indra Kharisma Raharjana ◽  
Endah Purwanti
Keyword(s):  
Asset Management ◽  
Enterprise Architecture ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Management Process ◽  
Architecture Evaluation ◽  
Zachman Framework ◽  
The Impact

Abstrak— Aset adalah hal penting yang dimiliki oleh setiap perusahaan atau organisasi. Proses manajemen aset yang dilakukan dengan tepat akan membuat aset yang dimiliki oleh perusahaan atau organisasi lebih optimal. Karena proses manajemen aset belum terlaksana dengan maksimal, maka pada penelitian ini direncanakan sebuah arsitektur enterprise untuk proses manajemen aset untuk kelompok perusahaan PT. Musdalifah Group dengan kerangka kerja Zachman melalui tujuh tahap. Tahap pertama adalah pengumpulan data terkait manajemen aset perusahaan yang digunakan sebagai acuan perencanaan. Tahap kedua adalah inisialisasi perencanaan yang menghasilkan rencana kerja arsitektur perusahaan sesuai ruang lingkup dan kondisi perusahaan. Tahap ketiga, meninjau kondisi enterprise saat ini perusahaan, dengan hasil tinjauan model proses bisnis dan katalog sumber daya perusahaan terkait manajemen aset. Tahap keempat adalah analisis hasil tinjauan enterprise dengan analisis SWOT, sehingga dapat dihasilkan 5 rencana proses bisnis serta usulan sistem dan teknologi terintegrasi. Tahap kelima melakukan perencanaan arsitektur enterprise yaitu arsitektur data dengan hasil 34 kandidat entitas data, arsitektur aplikasi yang menghasilkan 9 kandidat aplikasi, dan arsitektur teknologi dengan hasil 3 kandidat perangkat keras dan platform aplikasi yang terintegrasi. Sedangkan tahap terakhir, perencanaan implementasi hasil penelitian yaitu, rencana pemenuhan komponen, rencana migrasi, dan evaluasi dampak arsitektur. Evaluasi dari hasil penelitian menyatakan bahwa cetak biru arsitektur dapat diterima oleh perusahaan dan dipertimbangkan untuk diimplementasikan beberapa tahun kedepan.Kata Kunci—Perencanaan Arsitektur Perusahaan, Kerangka Kerja Zachman, Manajemen Aset.Abstract— Asset is an important thing that owned by any company or organization. Asset management process aims to manage an organization’s assets optimally. Because of the asset management process has not been implemented maximally, so in this study planned an enterprise architecture for the process of asset management for the group of companies PT. Musdalifah Group using Zachman framework through seven phases. The first phase, data collection, and the results is relevant information of company’s asset management as a design reference. The second phase, planning initialization, generates enterprise architecture work plan according to the scope and conditions of the company. The third phase, reviewing the company's current enterprise conditions, the results of the review are models of business processes and enterprise resource catalog of related asset management. The fourth phase, results review analysis of enterprise with SWOT analysis, so it can produce 5 plan and proposed business processes and technology systems terintegrasi. The fifth phase, enterprise architecture planning of data architecture with the results are 37 data entities candidates, application architecture which produces 9 applications candidate, and technology architecture with the results are 3 hardware and application platform candidates. The last phase, planning the implementation of the research’s result, plan fulfillment component, the migration plan, and evaluating the impact of architecture. Evaluation of the result of research is describing that the architectural blueprints can be received by the company and considered to be implemented next few years.Keywords— Enterprise Architecture Planning, Zachman Framework, Asset Management.

Investigation into the Impact of Integration of Mobile Technology Applications into Enterprise Architecture

2010 ◽  
pp. 1382-1396
Author(s):  
David Curtis ◽  
Ming-Chien (Mindy) Wu
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Business Strategy ◽  
Enterprise Architecture ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Technology Strategy ◽  
End User ◽  
Software Applications ◽  
Business Information ◽  
Technology Applications ◽  
The Impact

Enterprise Architecture (EA) is a role or function that primarily ensures the Information Technology strategy and implementation within an organization is correctly aligned with its business strategy and objectives. An EA function focuses on the collection and analysis of information including software applications, business processes, business information (data), technology, and governance (people). The result of this analysis delivers the technology strategy and the roadmap required to support what the organization is trying to achieve. Mobile Technology (MT) integration into the EA function creates the opportunities to deliver and respond to rapidly growing organizations that require immense flexibility from a technology perspective. This is so because mobility can overcome the boundaries of time and location in the dealings of the organization. The result of this extension is the creation of a Mobility Enterprise Architecture (M-EA) model, which will provide the organization with advantages of realtime business processing, better customer and end-user services, and the addition of increased control across the entire organization. This chapter brings together the experience of an Enterprise Architect with a Ph.D research candidate to investigate the M-EA model and its implementation. The chapter includes an overview of EA and M-EA models and also includes investigations of the advantages; limitations and blueprint overcome those challenges of M-EA implementation.

scholarly journals PENERAPAN REVIEW KRITIS ARTIKEL ILMIAH DALAM PERKULIAHAN METODOLOGI PENELITIAN

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 189-196
Author(s):  
Setyo Eko Atmojo ◽  
◽  
Beny Dwi Lukitoaji ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Elementary School ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Teacher Training ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Research Method ◽  
School Teacher ◽  
Training And Education

The purpose of this study was to improve the mastery of the concept of research methodology in undergraduate students of elementary school teacher education, the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas PGRI Yogyakarta. This research method is a classroom action research which consists of two cycles where each cycle consists of four meetings. The subjects of this study were students of semester VI class A3-17 consisting of 40 students. This research was conducted in the even semester of 2019/2020 from February 2020 to March 2020. The results showed mastery of the concept of research methodology where> 80% of students mastered the concept of research methodology well. In addition,> 80% of students responded positively to learning and 36 out of 40 students received good and excellent scores in the assessment of research proposals as the final product of the research methodology course. Keywords: Critical Review, Scientific Articles, Research Methodology Concept

Extending Enterprise Architecture with Mobility

2011 ◽  
pp. 356-369
Author(s):  
Ming-Chien (Mindy) Wu ◽  
Bhuvan Unhelkar
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Software Development ◽  
Enterprise Architecture ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
It Infrastructure ◽  
Multinational Organizations ◽  
Development Organization ◽  
Reduced Costs

The Enterprise Architecture (EA) brings together various business processes, technologies, standards, systems, and IT infrastructure of the organization. This chapter considers extending the EA with mobility so that it would facilitate easier implementation of applications that overcomes the boundaries of time and location. This extension of EA with mobility will result in a comprehensive Mobility Enterprise Architecture (M-EA) that will provide the business with advantages of real-time business processes, reduced costs, increased client satisfaction, and better control. This chapter outlines the M-EA framework, which is based on the literature review, initial modeling, and a case study carried out by the lead authors. Later, the framework is validated by another case study carried out at international software development organization. Further validation of the model is envisaged through action research in multinational organizations.

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