Volume 12, Issue 5, May 2024 Edition - IEEE-SEM Journal Publication
The Plight of Women and Children amidst Conflict: A Critical AnalysisPDF
Akiah Precious Glay-Dormoh
In times of war, women and children often endure disproportionate suffering, yet their experiences remain marginalized in mainstream narratives. This study critically examines the multifaceted challenges faced by women in conflict zones, shedding light on their unique vulnerabilities and enduring impacts. Through a comprehensive review of the literature, empirical data, and case studies from diverse conflict regions, this study evaluates the effectiveness of current approaches to gender justice in the post-war period. The analysis revealed persistent challenges and shortcomings in achieving meaningful and sustainable outcomes for women and girls in post-conflict settings. Despite these efforts, there are notable gaps in addressing specific needs and concerns, highlighting the need for more nuanced and context-specific strategies. This paper underscores the importance of critically evaluating and reassessing current approaches to gender justice in post-war settings. This emphasizes the necessity for more inclusive and comprehensive strategies to address the multifaceted challenges faced by women and girls in the aftermath of conflict.
Culture of Peace and Non-Violence in Nigeria: The Role of Women and YouthsPDF
Mabel I. E. Evwierhoma
Abstract To understand the concept of peace or non-violence, it is crucial to probe what violence is, briefly recognize what denotes or connotes violence, and then the reverse standpoint of non- violence which is peace and the role of women and youths therein. Violence is a global pandemic that affects the core of human life and can be found in any ecosystem, where people interact. Nigeria as a nation of violent eruptions continued to suffer the repercussions of violence, from the 1967-1970 Nigeria-Biafra War, religious violence like the Kasuwa Magani experience in 1980, Ilorin in 1989 and Zango Kataf in 1992 among several violent conflicts (Kamal-deen, 2016). The recent EndSARS violent protests which spanned the Nigerian geo-political space retain the involvement of youths in the national peace agenda, especially the need to end police brutality or governance-sponsored violence (Uwazuruike, 2020). This paper uses the library research method which draws from written sources to focus on the concept of non-violence, its apologists and how the women and youths of Nigeria could be arrowheads of non-violence. The inclusion of internationally recognized agendas, conventions and policies is seen as imperative for violence to end. Again secrecy and silence which fuel violence should be addressed. Keywords: Peace, Violence, Non-Violence, Resolution 1325
Strategic Approaches to Contractors' Prequalification Governance Decision-MakingPDF
Mohammed Ali Almuhannadi, Ahmed Salem Ghareeb, & Altaiyb Omer Ahmed
The systematic literature review is based on an assessment of the strategic approaches influencing project governance decisions regarding contractor pre-qualification for construction undertakings. Contractor pre-qualification is a major strategic project governance decision-making process made by the clients and owners of construction projects to increase the chances of project success and mitigate risks related to contractor default. The methods for the systematic literature review have considered 45 articles in total published between 2014 and 2023, with the inclusion criteria solidifying the relevance and comprehensiveness of the findings. The PRISMA chart identifies the selection of the journal articles from a total pool of 245 articles due to their relevance and compliance with the inclusion criteria. The results of the review indicate risk assessment and performance determination as essential criteria for contractor prequalification, whereas the complexity of the project and its requirements define the use of the strategic selection approach. In conclusion, strategic approaches can be more effective when a multi-criteria decision-making approach is integrated for contractor prequalification to ensure the timely completion of the project within the predefined budget while maintaining the best health and safety records.
A Systematic Literature Review and Existing Challenges of Chatbot ModelsPDF
Faluyi Joshua Oluwadamilola
This paper presents a comprehensive review of the chatbot models and existing challenges of the models. Chatbot technology has transformed the way businesses and institutions interact with their customers due to its enhanced user engagement, 24/7 availability and data driven insight in decision making. The paper examines the historical development of chatbots, from their earliest days as simple text-based interfaces to their current advanced capabilities in natural language processing and artificial intelligence. The study also highlights the critical technological advancements that have driven the growth of the chatbot technology, such as AI and machine learning. Additionally, the paper provides an overview of the various chatbot platforms and frameworks that have emerged over time and their adoption. The review of the evolution of chatbot technology reveals the enormous potential of chatbots in revolutionizing customer and individual-institution interactions and providing new opportunities for businesses and institutions to enhance customer engagement and experience.
Design and fabrication of an artificial intelligent office professional Design and fabrication of an artificial intelligent office professionalPDF
ABDUL NURUDEEN
This is an intelligent system, to regulate the inflow of people in the office by informing the outside visitors of the presence of the inner visitors in the office and also initiate the terms of visitation. It has the ability to transcend information through wireless medium and also shows the absence and presence of the boss, in addition the system was developed to access and differentiate the number of people within the premises from those that had left the premises, to inform those waiting outside on the number of those still within the premises. conclusively time elapse program was developed into the system to enact discipline .
IMPLEMENTATION QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (QMS) MODEL AND PARTICIPATORY RURAL APPRAISAL (PRA) MODEL TO INCREASE PERFORMANCE SMALL MEDIUM INDUSTRIES (PSMIs) IN DILI-TIMOR LESTEPDF
Tito Mau Pelu Benjamin
The research carried out was motivated by four indicators that can support (1) Implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) model in small medium industries to improve the quality of the products produced so that they are truly able to compete in marketing both locally and globally, (2) model participatory rural appraisal (PRA) to empower the community in advancing regional small medium industries (SMIs) involving community social institutions, (3) The performance Small Medium Industries (PSMIs) must be carefully considered so that it can encourage workers to advance small medium industries in Dili- Timor Leste. The problem experienced by SMIs in improving the quality of the products and services they produce is that they do not have good management. This research uses interfaces (I/F), including: Interface (I/F) Supplier which consists of 8 indicators, Interface (I/F) Company which consists of 28 indicators, Interface (I/F) Community which consists of 6 indicators, and Interface (I/F) Customer which consists of 8 indicators. Model testing was carried out on 50 small medium industries or respondents, so that in general the development of the QMS model for SMIs created in this research was good. This can be seen from the average score obtained by small medium industries in fulfilling the QMS indicators which is above 4, where all SMIs apparently fall into the Class B group, which means management system. good quality. This can be seen from the average KPI score of the Supplier Interface (I/F) is 4.44, the average Interface (I/F) KPI Top Down with the highest 4.54, the average Key Performance Indicator (KPI) value of the Interface (I /F) Community with is 4.44, while the KPI Interface (I/F) Customer score is 4.52, which means work performance is good. Once these two models are combined, they can support the development of Small medium industries and the performance of small industries, they can increase labor productivity in meeting consumer satisfaction, producing quality products even though all labor is dominated by workers from outside. Keyword: Implementation Quality Management System Model, Participatory Rural Appraisal model, Performance Small medium industries.
DEVELOPMENT MODEL QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (QMS) FOR PUMPKINS PRODUCT SMALL MEDIUM INDUSTRIES (SMIs) IN DILI-TIMOR LESTEPDF
Tito Mau Pelu Benjamin
Quality Management System (QMS) is a system that contains an outline of the policies and procedures needed to improve and control processes which will ultimately lead to increased business performance. Therefore, quality management system. is very important for every industry that wants to survive in the existing competition, especially for small medium industries (SMIs). So far, only large companies have been able to implement QMS well. Even though currently the number of SMIs in Timor Leste. This research will develop a quality management system. model which can later be applied by SMIs. The development of the QMS model is carried out by creating indicators from the variables that make up the QMS, namely the interface (I/F) Supplier, Interface (I/F) Top Down and interface (I/F)Customer. To find out at what level the implementation of quality management system by small medium industries will be a maturity level is also created based on the indicators that form the quality management system. Key Words : Quality Management System (QMS), Small Industries Medium (SMIs), Interface (I/F) Supplier, Interface (I/F) Top Down and Interface (I/F) Customer.
PLANNING AND IMPROVING QUALITY SEAWATER PURIFICATION MACHINERY INTO DRINKING WATER TO MINIMIZE DOWNTIME OVERALL EQUIPMENT EFFECTIVENESS BASED ON THE SMALL MEDIUM INDUSTRTRIES IN METINARO TIMOR LESTEPDF
Tito Mau Pelu Benjamin
of globalization, of course it faces many problems, infrastructure problems, drinking water problems are the most important part in disrupting human life who live in a new area free from struggle, so KOIKA established sea water purification or desalinization with the aim of providing clean water for the community. This research focuses on desalinization and the use of machines that support the purification of sea water into clean water. On the other hand, in the future, KOIKA will support the progress of small and medium industries by playing a role as a pioneer in the production of mineral water that is suitable for consumption by the public. Keywords: Desalination, Calculation of Total Equipment Effectiveness, Machine-Tool Quality, Performance Efficiency, Down-time.