Digital Platforms as a Fertile Ground for the Economic Sustainability of Startups: Assaying Scenarios, Actions, Plans, and Players
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(16), P. 7139 - 7139
Published: Aug. 20, 2024
This
study
examines
the
transformative
role
of
digital
platforms
in
fostering
sustainable
entrepreneurship
within
emerging
economies.
We
argue
that
transcend
mere
communication
channels,
acting
as
catalysts
for
innovation
and
collaboration
among
startups,
thereby
driving
economic,
social,
environmental
progress.
Our
framework
emphasizes
platform-enabled
navigating
unique
challenges
opportunities
presented
by
these
dynamic
markets.
adopt
a
dual
lens,
using
mixed-methods
approach
to
analyze
development
trends
through
prism
reframes
discourse
on
technology-driven
development,
acknowledging
unidirectional
flow
platform
adoption
from
developed
nations.
The
research
need
prioritizing
sustainability
standards
regions.
Furthermore,
we
delve
into
interplay
between
with
following
three
objectives:
(1)
deciphering
drivers
platform–startup
interaction
goals,
(2)
formulating
policies
maximize
benefits
while
mitigating
risks,
(3)
developing
actionable
strategies
stakeholders
cultivate
thriving
ecosystem
platform-based
ventures.
findings
this
reveal
six
key
uncertainties
will
shape
future
trajectories
ecosystems,
particularly
These
encompass
following:
social
standards,
ongoing
education
mobile
application
utilization,
global
market
access,
competitiveness
value
creation.
Several
alternative
scenarios
have
been
constructed
based
uncertainties,
including
advancements
technologies,
conditions
evolving
consumer
behaviors,
heightened
emphasis
corporate
responsibility,
paradigm
shift
towards
collaborative
business
models.
A
comprehensive
supportive
interventions
has
proposed
facilitate
realization
scenarios.
Moreover,
analysis
underscores
pivotal
roles
providers
startups
landscape.
Language: Английский
Development of workers’ social indicators for the oil palm industry
Journal of Environmental Management,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
376, P. 124335 - 124335
Published: Feb. 15, 2025
Language: Английский
Automation in Modular Construction Manufacturing: A Comparative Analysis of Assembly Processes
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(21), P. 9238 - 9238
Published: Oct. 24, 2024
According
to
the
UNHCR,
117.2
million
people
have
been
displaced
in
2023,
with
rate
and
scale
of
displacement
surpassing
resources
available
assist
those
impacted.
Modular
construction
is
favored
over
traditional
methods
meet
urgent
demand
for
affordable
housing
as
it
overcomes
challenges
like
long
project
timelines,
high
costs,
safety
environmental
issues.
However,
manual
assembly
often
slow
prone
errors,
resulting
inefficiencies
higher
costs.
While
advanced
technologies
could
improve
process,
there
limited
research
on
automating
modular
construction.
This
aims
assess
how
automation
affects
time
efficiency
cost
aiming
production
by
The
follows
a
quantitative
approach,
collecting
data
through
simulation
evaluate
effectiveness
integrating
robotics
processes.
It
compares
performance
automated
processes,
focusing
resource
utilization,
savings,
implications.
results
reveal
that
manufacturing
offers
faster
times
improved
efficiency,
leading
productivity
lower
overall
By
conducting
detailed
analysis,
this
provides
insights
can
guide
integration
into
manufacturing.
Language: Английский
Development of an educational program for occupational health and safety in Saudi Arabia
Journal of Engineering Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 1, 2024
Creating
a
comprehensive
occupational
safety
education
program
is
essential
to
ensuring
workers'
safety.
Occupational
health
and
(OHS)
programs
are
designed
train
workers
on
the
proper
procedures
prevent
injuries
illnesses
in
workplace.
These
teach
about
risks
associated
with
different
job
tasks
guide
how
work
safely
effectively.
Based
expert
judgments,
this
study
aims
develop
an
educational
for
OHS
Saudi
Arabia.
The
survey
was
distributed
experts
various
fields
related
sector,
based
their
opinions,
recommendations
were
made
establishing
Universities
findings
revealed
strong
consensus
among
regarding
incorporating
into
university
curricula.
Experts
emphasized
need
balanced
approach
that
combines
theoretical
knowledge
practical
training.
They
also
highlighted
importance
of
tailoring
specific
needs
industries
occupations.
results
will
enable
universities
effective
students
provide
graduates
skills
necessary
promote
culture
prevention
diseases
expanding
include
sustainability,
creating
win-win
where
safer
workplaces
benefit
environment.
Educational
adapting
both
environmental
impact,
preparing
future
professionals
champion
human
well-being.
Language: Английский
The Influence of the Assembly Line Configuration and Reliability Parameter Symmetry on the Key Performance Indicators
Symmetry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(9), P. 1128 - 1128
Published: Aug. 31, 2024
In
the
context
of
demand
for
mass
customization
products,
a
trade-off
between
highly
efficient
automated
systems
and
flexible
manual
operators
is
sought.
The
linear
arrangement
workstations
made
it
possible
to
divide
process
into
many
simple
operations,
which
increases
production
efficiency,
but
also
results
in
an
increase
number
significant
extension
line.
A
human
operator
usually
treated
as
quasi-mechanical
object,
error
considered,
similarly,
failure
technical
component.
However,
behavior
more
complex
difficult
predict.
mathematical
model
new
organization
presented,
including
dividing
traditional
line
shorter
sections
or
replacing
serial
assembly
with
U-line
cells.
Moreover,
reliability
means
are
distinguished.
Work-in-progress
inventories
located
improve
system
stability.
stability
examined
based
on
configuration
probabilistic
estimates
failure.
influence
symmetry
parameters
people
key
performance
indicators
(KPI
(headcount),
KPI
(surface)
(Overall
Equipment
Effectiveness)
examined.
(solution
robustness)
(quality
presented
order
evaluate
impact
disruption
performance.
New
rules
assigning
tasks
stations
proposed,
taking
account
risk
disruptions
execution
tasks.
For
comparison
problems,
heuristic
methods
newly
developed
criteria
used.
show
symmetry/asymmetry
asymmetric
distribution
times
that
significantly
skewed
right
due
errors.
On
line,
effects
these
errors
cumulative
lead
longer
lower
KPIs.
Language: Английский
An Integrated Fuzzy Delphi and Fuzzy AHP Model for Evaluating Factors Affecting Human Errors in Manual Assembly Processes
Systems,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(11), P. 479 - 479
Published: Nov. 11, 2024
Human
errors
(HEs)
are
prevalent
issues
in
manual
assembly,
leading
to
product
defects
and
increased
costs.
Understanding
knowing
the
factors
influencing
human
assembly
processes
is
essential
for
improving
quality
efficiency.
This
study
aims
determine
rank
HEs
based
on
expert
judgments.
To
achieve
this
objective,
an
integrated
model
was
developed
using
two
multi-criteria
decision-making
(MCDM)
techniques—specifically,
fuzzy
Delphi
Method
(FDM)
Analytic
Hierarchy
Process
(FAHP).
Firstly,
rounds
of
FDM
were
conducted
identify
categorize
primary
contributing
assembly.
Expert
consensus
with
at
least
75%
agreement
determined
that
27
influence
scores
0.7
or
higher
significantly
impact
these
processes.
After
that,
priorities
a
third
round
FAHP
method.
Data
analysis
performed
SPSS
22.0
evaluate
reliability
normality
survey
responses.
has
divided
affecting
into
levels:
level
1,
called
main
factors,
2,
sub-factors.
Based
final
measured
weights
proposed
estimation
results
revealed
most
influential
individual
factor,
followed
by
tool
factor
task
factor.
For
showed
lack
experience,
poor
instructions
procedures,
misunderstanding
as
critical
errors.
Sensitivity
how
changes
inputs
parameters
affect
decisions
ensure
reliable
practical
results.
The
findings
provide
valuable
insights
help
organizations
develop
effective
strategies
reducing
worker
Identifying
key
root
errors,
research
offers
solid
foundation
enhancing
overall
products.
Language: Английский