Team Dispersion, Emergent States, and Performance in Virtual IT Service Provisioning Teams

Today, virtual teams composed by dispersed team members relying on computer-supported collaborative work are common in the information technology (IT) service provisioning industry. Despite the increasing interest in virtual team research, there is a limited understanding of a multidimensional view of team dispersion and its effect on the performance of virtual teams via the team´s socioemotional states. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the influence of team distribution and variety of work practices on the performance of virtual IT service provisioning teams via the emergent states of trust and cohesiveness. To this aim, an input-process-output framework was adopted to develop a conceptual model and a survey with IT service provisioning professionals was conducted. The results suggest that a variety of work practices constitutes a barrier to the performance of virtual IT service provisioning teams; and that trust and cohesiveness are important mediators in this cause-effect relationship.

Dichotomous Feedback: A Signal Sequestration-based Feedback Mechanism for Biocontroller Design

We introduce a new design framework for implementing negative feedback regulation in Synthetic Biology, which we term "dichotomous feedback". Our approach is different from current methods, in that it sequesters existing fluxes in the process to be controlled, and in this way takes advantage of the process's architecture to design the control law. This signal sequestration mechanism appears in many natural biological systems and can potentially be easier to realise than 'molecular sequestration' and other comparison motifs that are nowadays common in biomolecular feedback control design. The loop is closed by linking the strength of signal sequestration to the process output. Our feedback regulation mechanism is motivated by two-component signalling systems, where we introduce a second response regulator competing with the natural response regulator thus sequestering kinase activity. Here, dichotomous feedback is established by increasing the concentration of the second response regulator as the level of the output of the natural process increases. Extensive analysis demonstrates how this type of feedback shapes the signal response, attenuates intrinsic noise while increasing robustness and reducing crosstalk.

Evaluation of Implementation of Learning Practices During Pandemi Covid-19 Coating and Beauty Education Study Program

Quantitative data analysis carried out included data descriptions and respondent's level of achievement in 4 (four) components, namely: context (context), input (input), product (process), output (result). Based on the results of the research that has been done, all incoming data meet the requirements for processing and analysis. Quantitative data were collected through a questionnaire consisting of 27 questions that had been tested for validity and reliability. Furthermore, the questionnaire was given to 104 students of the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality in the Department of Makeup and Beauty in 2018 which were filled in online via google form to answer the questions given about the evaluation of the implementation of practical learning during the Covid-19 pandemic, the make-up and beauty study program. . statistical data of research evaluation of the implementation of practical learning during the Covid-19 pandemic, Makeup and Beauty Education Study Program. The table above shows that the number of data (N) is 104, mean 106.66, median 107, mode 109, standard deviation 6.99, variance 48.86 range 33, minimum value 91, maximum value 124, and total Overall score of 11093. To complement the research data collected through questionnaires, the researcher also collected data by conducting interviews with several respondents, namely 4 lecturers of makeup and beauty at UNP. When conducting interviews, data were recorded and important points were recorded from the contents of the interview. Interview data were collected by researchers related to components in the evaluation of practical learning during the Covid-19 pandemic of make-up and beauty education study programs, namely components of context (context), input (input), process (process), and product (result).

Application of Solutions of Uncorrected Tasksʼ Theory for Managing of Production Processesʼ Robustness

The industrial revolution of “Industry 4.0” is currently underway at an active pace. Individualization of provided products and services, transition to single production, the issues of acceptability of production processes at the stage of development and design have became urgent. The aim of this work was to develop a strategy for a fundamental solution to the task of guaranteed acceptability of production processes as an integral quality characteristic.We have proposed a systematic approach to strategy development. The basis of the approach was the theory of incorrect tasks solving. We adapted signs of correctness of mathematical tasks by J. Adamar to the tasks of ensuring acceptability of production processes (technological and measurement). They were used in the part of identification of properties of display of incorrectness and ways of incorrectnessʼ management.We have proposed to consider the property of robustness as a generalized index of acceptability for production processes (technological and measurement). We substantiate the equivalence of the concepts of incorrectness of tasks according to J. Adamar and losses of robustness of production processes. We conclude that the developed approaches and techniques of the theory of incorrect tasks can be put in a basis of the system approach to an estimation and management of losses of robustness of production processes. We have proposed a classification of situations of robustness losses in production processes in accordance with the classification of the signs of incorrect tasks by J. Adamar.We have developed a two-step algorithm for ensuring the robustness of production processes at the stage of their development. It included identification of the sources of robustness losses and management of input factors that cause significant variation in process output. This has given a practical implementation of a strategy to guarantee the acceptability of production processes. We have systematized the sources of potential losses in the robustness of production processes and proposed a two-stage mechanism for managing them. We have justified rational methods of ensuring the robustness of production processes for each stage based on, the practice of uncorrected tasks solving. We have proposed a method for ensuring high efficiency of robustness loss management in certain situations. The principles of G. Taguchiʼs robust redesigning of production processes formed the basis of our method.

Pengejawantahan Pendekatan Storytelling dalam Pemahaman Membangun Diagram Alir Data

Throughout the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), establishment the software through various phases. System design is one of the most crucial aspects of the SDLC. The Data Flow Diagram (DFD) is a model to build the system. The purpose of the research was to make it easier for people to comprehend the diagram by carefully preparing DFD, then it created software according to the DFD design. Storytelling is the method employed, and it pertains to qualitative ways for creating language patterns. As a design reference, it needs to make the DFD pattern subsequently. The research mimics two scenarios to reflect previous research on the same principle. According to the findings of this study, there are two significant disparities. The first scenario concerns system user activity, whereas the second concerns software performance. Therefore, it corresponds to the core notion of input-process-output; narrative scenario 1 is more consistent and easier to design in the processed results created from sentence patterns to DFD patterns. Scenario 2, on the other hand, connects many process symbols to processes, complicating the DFD design. Finally, scenario 2 is beneficial for requirement's elicitation, whereas scenario 1 applies to business procedures.

Aplikasi E-Kafe Green Market Padang Berbasis Web

Transaction and promotion processes are very important in a trading activity, so it takes a system or application to manage the process to be more efficient. This research aims to produce an application that can provide transaction and promotion service solutions in Padang green market cafes. Application development methods use prototypes with problem analysis stages, creating application design models and testing. Hierarchy input process output (HIPO) is a diagram that is a design application that has been created starting from data entry, data process, and reports. Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD) and Context Diagram (CD) are to model data structures and relationships between data. Furthermore, this system evalusion is tested using blackbox testing that serves to find out how far the component components or modules on the system are working. The results of this research are in the form of applications or information systems to facilitate the transaction process at Kafe Green Market Padang. The system consists of the main page, login page, data entry menu, transaction menu, and payment confirmation menu. The evaluation results show that the system is already running well, because every component of the system when used there is no error. So that this system can be used and utilized by users.

Deming’s tampering revisited: definition and future research agenda

Purpose How do organisations know which problems are worthy of their attention? Despite good intentions, many attempts to solve problems fail. One reason for this failure might be because of attempts to solve non-problems or to solve problems with insufficient means, a concept proposed by Deming as tampering. The purpose of this paper is to suggest a definition of tampering, outline what is currently known about possible practical implications of tampering and to suggest how to extend this knowledge by proposing an agenda for future research. Design/methodology/approach To fulfil the purpose, a narrative literature review was conducted. Findings Through this review, common aspects of what constitutes tampering are identified and the following definition is proposed: Tampering is a response to a perceived problem in the form of an action that is not directed at the fundamental cause of the problem, which leads to a deterioration of the process or the process output. In addition, recommendations are generated regarding how tampering manifests itself in practice and why tampering occurs. These recommendations could be studied in future research. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first paper that suggests a revitalisation of tampering. The results presented in this paper form the basis for continued studies on how tampering in organisations can be understood, managed and prevented.

Linking Customization Capability with CRM Technology Adoption and Strategic Alignment

Building on contingency theory and the input–process–output model, this paper investigates the relationships between customer relationship management (CRM) technology adoption, customization capability, CRM effectiveness, and strategic alignment. By surveying senior managers of customized service projects from 288 information technology service firms in Taiwan, we find that CRM technology adoption has a positive relationship with customization capacity, which is, in turn, positively correlated with CRM effectiveness with the correlation being moderated by strategic alignment. This study suggests that CRM marketing and operational technologies can enhance CRM effectiveness via customization capability. This study also uncovers approaches to achieving enhancement.

Assess Digital Maturity to Set Digital Transformation Strategy in Oil and Gas

This paper presents a structured methodology for an oil company to embark on a digital transformation. It was implemented in several JVs with a NOC that includes three producing blocks with dozens of mature fields. The methodology has several key unique strengths: One is the ability to isolate the core-money-making processes and build a digital strategy around them. This shows early gains and at the same time becomes a buy-in support for management. Another advantage is the simplicity to define the "desired" digital maturity level using direct input from the final stakeholders. This is achieved by using the process enhancement method, a SIPOC technique (Supplier, Input, Process, Output, Customer analysis). Also, an important strength is the methodology does not ignore the existing IT infrastructure, nor the field systems (i.e., SCADA) and re-uses them, as much as possible, giving enough time for a transition or an upgrade when needed. Several tools are provided in this paper that makes the methodology consistent, auditable, and strong to support the designed digital strategy to any management level with high chance of approval. The methodology is flexible enough to be run on various types of contracts, hydrocarbon phase or operational environments. As with any method, it relies on commitment from the top and base line in the organization, requiring open and honest evaluation of current inefficiencies and, equally important, resources (budget and people). In summary, a digital transformation is not a sudden leap from a company's current analog status to an instantaneous digital state of being. Rather, it is a progressive, step-by-step transition of core processes and user-centric workflows that requires careful planning and a thoughtful methodology to find the most suitable scenario for each company.

PENERAPAN PROGRAM REVITALISASI POSKESTREN MELALUI PENINGKATAN PERILAKU HIDUP BERSIH SEHAT (PHBS) PADA SANTRI/WATI DI PONDOK PESANTREN DARUL MUTTAQIN

ABSTRAKPoskestren merupakan upaya meningkatkan derajat kesehatan santri dipondok pesantren dengan mengutakan upaya promotif dan preventif dalam perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat. Tujuan pengabdian masyarakat adalah mengoptimalkan pos kesehatan pesantren untuk meningkatkan perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat bagi santri di lingkungan pondok pesantren Darul Muttaqin Cibarusa-Bekasi. Pendekatan pada pengabdian masyarakat berbasis penggerakan peran masyarakat pesantren untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan, sikap, perilaku dengan membentuk kegiatan pelatihan dan pendampingan kader pos kesehatan pesantren sebanyak 15 orang dengan metode cerama, diskusi dan praktek langsung. Hasil pengabdian masyarakat terbentuknya program pos kesehatan pesantren dengan tahapan input, proses, output. Diharapkan dukungan dari berbagai pihak yaitu pondok pesantren, puskesmas dan stakeholder untuk terwujudnya program pos kesehatan pesantren Kata kunci: poskestren; perilaku; hidup; bersih; sehat ABSTRACTHealthcare post boarding school is efforts to improve health of students in Islamic boarding schools with preventive and promotional efforts in clean and healthy living. The purpose of the community is to optimize the use of healthcare post islamic boarding schools to implement clean and healthy environment in islamic boarding schools of Darul Muttaqin Cibarusa Bekasi. Closer look at community devotion motivation of islamic boarding schools in order to increase the role of people, attitude, behavior by forming training activities and providing health-related assistance to health post member islamic boarding schools with the methods of lecture as many as 15, discussion and the practice of directly. The devotion of the public health posts boarding with input stage, process, output. The center is expected to support from various parties and, namely, Islamic boarding schools, stakeholders to the center and a medical post-boarding. Keywords: poskestren; behavior; life; clean; healthy.