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THE IMPACT OF ERP SYSTEMS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF MOROCCAN COMPANIES: AN ASSESSMENT OF THE STRUCTURAL MODEL

Authors: Barha M.; Ait Lemqeddem H.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01.014

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Abstract: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems represent a major opportunity to enhance business efficiency. This study seeks to assess the impact of ERP implementation on the performance of Moroccan companies, focusing on three key dimensions: economic, organizational, and human performance. Data were collected through a questionnaire distributed to e...

The exploration of immune system function changes in marathon athletes after high-intensity training by Agent-Based Model

Authors: Tian H.; Zuo R.; Wang D.; Qian G.; Ye Q.; Kawczyński A.; Trybulski R.; Clemente F.M.

Journal: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2026.1780114

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Abstract: Background – Marathon running imposes substantial metabolic demand. While the acute effects of exercise are well-documented, the chronic immunometabolic alterations associated with intensified training blocks in elite populations remain characterized by complex, non-linear dynamics. Contemporary debates persist regarding whether post-exercise lym...

Models of Structure Capital Management Based on the Lag Determinants, Including the Cost of Debt and Tax

Authors: Demidova E.G.; Bogatov E.M.

Journal: Finance: Theory and Practice

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.26794/2587-5671-2026-30-3-195-213

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Abstract: The question of the optimal capital structure existence has been a controversial field for scientists for more than 70 years. The development of capital structure theories has prompted scientists to analyze the factors that influence the decision-making on the equity/debt ratio. The applied methods of capital structure management depend on the goal...

KaizenAI: Methodology for the Integration of Machine Learning in Manufacturing Processes Based on Kaizen Principles. Case Study: Bottling Industry

Authors: Soto-Chambilla A.; Fernández-Del-Carpio A.; Córdova-Silva H.; Luque-Mamani E.; Alatrista-Corrales A.

Journal: Journal of Industrial Engineering and Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3926/jiem.9195

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Abstract: Purpose: Digital transformation in manufacturing has placed artificial intelligence (AI) at the center of the debate on efficiency and sustainability. However, its adoption in established plants faces barriers related to cultural resistance, data quality, and the absence of methodologies that guide its progressive implementation. In this context, t...

Adverse Weather Events and Costs of Bank Loans in the 4.0 Digital Context: The Case of a Developing Country

Authors: Hoang H.T.T.; Do H.T.T.; Pham T.T.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-179

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Abstract: The study examines how digital transformation and adverse weather events affect bank loan costs in Vietnam. Using an unbalanced panel of 20 commercial banks from 2012–2023, it constructs a Digital Transformation Index from annual report keywords and applies fixed-effects, system GMM, and two-way clustered regressions. Results show that digital tr...

Technological Innovation and Circular Economy: Smart Containers and Real-Time Monitoring for Efficient Waste Management

Authors: Liendo Arévalo M.D.; Hilario Falcón F.M.; Trigoso A.T.; Cancho Guisado J.A.

Journal: Tehnicki Glasnik

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.31803/tg-20251022075850

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Abstract: Inefficient municipal solid waste management represents a significant obstacle on the transition towards a circular economy in densely populated urban environments, such as the district of San Juan de Lurigancho, Lima, Peru. This study presents the implementation of advanced technologies, specifically smart containers integrated with sensors and re...

Design, Development, and Evaluation of a Metaverse-Integrated Mobile Application on Cell Biology for Deaf Learners

Authors: Dollete J.V.V.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM151-11

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Abstract: This study investigates the development of the Johnnyverse mobile application to create an inclusive educational environment for Hearing Impaired students, focusing on complex scientific topics like cell biology. The application integrates metaverse technologies, including real-time speech-to-text and sign language translation, interactive 3D model...

Companies' Ownership Structure and Humane Leadership

Authors: Répáczki R.; Ónodi A.

Journal: Periodica Polytechnica Social and Management Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3311/PPso.24032

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Abstract: A socially responsible company is expected to treat its employees in a humane way. We tested the hypotheses that a) the managers of familial businesses have a stronger humane orientation than the managers of non-familial businesses and b) a humane orientation has no negative effect on profitability. We conducted a questionnaire survey among manager...

TOURIST VS LOCAL PERCEPTIONS OF HERITAGE SITE PROTECTION: A CASE STUDY IN LANKARAN DISTRICT

Authors: Baghirli E.

Journal: Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.30892/gtg.65228-1733

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Abstract: Cultural heritage sites serve as crucial anchors of community identity while simultaneously functioning as tourism attractions, yet tourists and local residents often hold divergent perceptions regarding their protection and management. This study examines differences between tourists and residents in perceptions of heritage site protection in Azer...

Fuzzy Linear Difference Equations and Ambiguity Propagation in Financial Volatility

Authors: Huynh T.T.; Dang L.K.; Truong L.V.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-136

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Abstract: This paper studies a class of fuzzy first-order non-homogeneous linear difference equations under the horizontal membership function (HMF) framework and derives explicit solution representations together with stability and oscillation conditions. Building on these theoretical results, we reinterpret financial volatility persistence through a fuzzy ...

The Difficulties of Entrepreneurship Program Incubation Services of Higher Education Insights to Sustainable Startups

Authors: Arcega I.B.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM151-62

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Abstract: Higher education institutions’ planning and development of the nation’s young entrepreneurs are facilitated through enterprise incubation, a learning environment for students that offers a reliable combination of resources, professionals, coaches, and advisors. This research uses a mixed method using a sequential strategy, which uncovers the di...

Oh my, AI! How to foster Artificial Intelligence maturity for third-party logistics service providers?

Authors: Prataviera L.B.; D'souza N.; Russo I.

Journal: Sinergie

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.7433/s129.2026.03

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Abstract: Frame of the research. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly seen as a transformative force across the logistics industry, including third-party logistics service providers (3PLs). However, the academic literature reveals a limited understanding of how 3PLs can develop their AI maturity to capture the emerging opportunities. Purpose of the p...

Factors influencing intrapreneurship in SMEs in Northwest Mexico; [Factores que inciden en el intraemprendimiento en pymes del noroeste de México]

Authors: Molina M.A.M.; Valdez-Juárez L.E.; Ramos-Escobar E.A.; Ruiz-Zamora J.A.

Journal: Suma de Negocios

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.14349/sumneg/2026.V17.N36.A1

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Abstract: Introduction/Objectives: intrapreneurship has emerged as a key driver for innovation and the consolidation of organisational capacities in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In this context, this study examines the internal and external determinants that influence the strengthening of intrapreneurship in SMEs in northwestern Mexico, identif...

THE POST-COVID ADAPTATION AND TRANSFORMATION MODEL OF RETAIL FOOD UNITS BASED ON CUSTOMER BEHAVIOUR: WHAT CONSTITUTES THE NEW NORMAL FOR MARKETING MANAGEMENT?

Authors: Horváthová K.; Čvirik M.

Journal: Central European Business Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18267/j.cebr.409

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Abstract: The post-COVID period brought not only a change in the way of life but also in business. The aim of the paper is the investigation of possible changes in preferences in the context of retail as well as the identification of key elements of changes in behaviour for the needs of managerial practice. The paper is supported by a primary survey based on...

Gender in innovation - a key asset to foster competitiveness and gender-responsive strategies. And what next?

Authors: De Micheli B.; Sansonetti S.

Journal: Breaking the Barriers: Gender, Culture and Diversity in Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1515/9783112219850-008

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Abstract: [No abstract available]...

Smallholder Farmland Degradation in Malawi: Unpacking Restoration Drivers Using a DPSIR Framework

Authors: Tibu A.; Sitaula B.K.; Grimsby L.K.; West J.J.; Limuwa M.

Journal: Sustainable Food Systems in Sub-Saharan Africa: Plant Derived Nutritious Foods—Volume 1

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-11288-0_17

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Abstract: Socio-economic drivers are putting pressure on soil fertility and crop productivity in smallholder agriculture in Malawi. Policy responses may be designed to address direct drivers of farmland degradation. However, less tangible indirect drivers may have an equally important role. This chapter reviews literature and policy to analyze interventions ...

On Almost Nearly τ⋆ (σ1, σ2)-Continuous Functions

Authors: Pue-On P.; Sama-Ae A.; Boonpok C.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-111

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Abstract: This paper presents a new class of continuous functions defined between an ideal topological space and a bitopological space, called almost nearly τ⋆(σ1, σ2)-continuous functions. Moreover, several characterizations and some properties concerning almost nearly τ⋆ (σ1, σ2)-continuous functions are discussed. © 2026 the author(s)....

Job risk and job-seeking in the service industry in Nepal: The role of self-efficacy

Authors: Dahal R.K.; Ghimire B.; Chalise M.; Karki D.; Joshi S.P.

Journal: Intangible Capital

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3926/ic.3249

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Abstract: Purpose: The objective of this study is to examine the impact of self-efficacy on how young people in Nepal respond to employment risks, with a particular emphasis on their job-searching behavior in the service sector. Design/methodology/approach: The study collected survey data from recent undergraduate and graduate students who were actively purs...

Exploring the Complexity of Decision-Making in Urban Development: A Comparative Case Study of Turku and Tampere Light Rail Projects

Authors: Stenhäll J.

Journal: Scandinavian Journal of Public Administration

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.58235/sjpa.33739

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Abstract: This article examines the challenges and opportunities of delivering urban policies through case studies of light rail projects in two Finnish cities, Tampere and Turku. Both cities initiated their light rail projects in the early 2000s, but only Tampere's light rail system has been implemented. The article explores why similar projects led to diff...

Characterizations for a Wright Distribution Series on Certain Subfamilies of Univalent Functions

Authors: Al-Zoubi A.I.; Al-Hawary T.; Hasan S.; Yousef F.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-75

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Abstract: In this paper, we investigate some sufficient conditions and inclusion relations for the Wright distribution series to be in the subfamilies US(Υ, Θ) and UC(Υ, Θ). Also, sufficient criteria for these subfamilies to contain the integral operator IO(τ, £; n; ς) described by the Wright distribution series. Our findings will also lead to other c...