IOSR-JBM   Volume-19 ~ Issue-12 ~ December-2017

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	A Study on Employee Engagement with Special Reference to Sueeraa Alloys Global Private Limited, Coimbatore
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. V.Uma, Head || Dr. A. Ramya || V. Vishnupriyadharshini
	:	10.9790/487X-1912060104

Abstract: Employee engagement is the thus the level of commitment and involvement an employee has towards their organization and its values. An engaged employee is aware of business context, and works with colleagues to improve performance within the job for the benefit of the organization. The organization must work to develop and nurture engagement, which requires a two-way relationship between employer and employee. Thus Employee engagement is a barometer that determines the association of a person with the organization. The present study is conducted to measure the level of employee engagement at Sueeraa Alloys Global Private Limited. The outcome of the study shows that, nearly half of the respondents are satisfied with the working environment and it reflects in the level of employee engagement. Effective employee engagement strategies are required to be imparted to improve the level of employee engagement at Sueeraa Alloys Global Private Limited.

Keywords: Employee Engagement

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Job Stress: Threat & Challenge. A study about its consequences
Country	:	Spain
Authors	:	Magdalena Escamilla-Quintal || Isabel Rodríguez-Molina
	:	10.9790/487X-1912060512

Abstract: In recent years, stress has been one of the most studied and widespread phenomena in our society. The psychological health of the participants in this study has been approached mainly in two ways. On the one hand, following the traditional research that considers stress as distress and the on the other hand, considering stress as eustress. The objective main was to investigate the possible consequences negative and positive, of the perception of stress on the psychological well-being of workers. Participated 603 professionals from the Social Services centers, 82% women, with an average age of 37.52; 89 subalterns, 68 assistants, 301 technicians, 72 principals. In summary, people with average.........

Keywords: Job Stress, Pressure, Challenge, Patterns of Stress, Positive Mental Health

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of Dynamic Managerial Capabilities on Organizational Performance: A Survey of Western Kenya Sugar Industry
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Johnstone Wanyama Kwalanda || Dr Clive Mukanzi || Robert Onyango
	:	10.9790/487X-1912061320

Abstract: The Kenyan sugar sector faces stiff competition from sugar firms in COMESA region leading to collapse and privatization of public sugar firms. This scenario calls for early strategic identification of strength, weakness, opportunities and threats posed by competition. In this regard the current study has been designed to assess the effects of dynamic managerial capabilities on the performance of sugar industry in Western Kenya. The study examined the effect of Participative leadership, relational capability on performance of sugar industry in Western Kenya. A survey design based on samples drawn from across the sugar industry in western Kenya was adopted. The target population...........

Keywords: Dynamic Managerial Capabilities ,Organization Performance

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of Logistics Activities on Performance of Agro Processing Firms in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Humphrey Odhiambo || Robert Onyango || Dr Yusuf Kibet || Dr Geoffrey Kimutahi
	:	10.9790/487X-1912062128

Abstract: Superior performance of an organization now depends on its ability to become a fully integrated partner within a supply chain context hence focusing on delivering customer value through logistics as a means of remaining competitive. Pursuant to this, the study intended to find out the effects of logistics activities such as Transport management, Material handling, on the performance of agro processing firms. In a bid to effectively achieve this, the study adopted a descriptive survey design based on samples drawn from across the agro processing industry. The target populations were 629 employees drawn from the agro processing companies in Uasin Gishu County. Cluster sampling technique was employed and Krejcie and Morgan table was used to calculate the sample size of 242 respondents. Data was collected by use of both questionnaires and interviews and analyzed by use of both inferential and descriptive.......

Keywords: Logistics Activities,Organization performance

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Application of Poka-Yoke Tool in Hospital Industry
Country	:	India.
Authors	:	Rashmi.C.Sattigeri || Dr. D. G. Kulkarni B.E || Dr. M. S. Sheshgiri
	:	10.9790/487X-1912062931

Abstract: Poka yoke has been used in the health care to prevent life-threatening mistakes. Many error proofing solutions are implemented successfully in health care. But mostly they are generated without the benefit of the knowledge of the wider spectrum of error proofing solutions in the related health care areas. This article provides a simple methodology for applying error proofing principles and proven health care solutions for systematically generating and workable solutions to reduce the human error.

Keywords: Human error, health, error-proofing.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Factors Influencing Uptake of Government Procurement Opportunities By Vulnerable Groups In Kenyan County Governments: (A Case Study of Laikipia County Government)
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Emily Wamoto
	:	10.9790/487X-1912063240

Abstract: Vulnerable groups lack access to resources useful for their survival. In worse situations they are subjected to prejudice or bias. As members of a vulnerable group, women, the youth and persons with disabilities feel excluded from government procurement opportunities. The aim of the study was to evaluate the factors affecting uptake of government procurement opportunities for vulnerable groups in Kenyan County Governments. The specific objectives of the study were to examine how information availability affects uptake of government procurement opportunities, assess the effect of availability of funds on uptake of government procurement opportunities and to ascertain the effect..........

Keywords: Tendering, Vulnerable group, Youth, Target group, Reservation, Uptake of Government Procurement Opportunities, Vulnerable Groups, County Governments, Kenya, Laikipia County

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Direct Predictors of Retirement Planning Behavior: A Study of Nigerian Workers
Country	:	Malaysia
Authors	:	Sani Dauda || Habibah Tolos || Yusnidah Ibrahim
	:	10.9790/487X-1912064149

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to identify factors influencing retirement planning behavior among the Nigerian workers. A structured questionnaire was used in the collection of data from the respondent who are mainly workers from the public and private sectors. Out of 300 questionnaires issued, only 155 was used for the study. The major finding of this study shows that the attitude towards retirement planning and subjective norm are significantly related to retirement planning behavior. The limitation of this study is the use of small number of respondents. However, more variations of results might likely be obtained through a broader coverage of workers. It is recommended, therefore, that future studies should incorporate more behavioral variables to increase the explanatory power of the dependent variable.

Keywords: Attitude, Retirement Planning, Subjective Norm, Behavior, Workers

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Transformation of organizational Cultural Paradigm to Bullying Culture And the Role of Diversity
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Priyanka Indoria
	:	10.9790/487X-1912065055

Abstract: Purpose: To view the change in organizational culture to bullying culture with reference to diversity at work place and to study the impact of bullying culture on the organizational functioning. Methodology: First, the literature which covers the ''bullying'' and ''bullying culture'' and role of diversity in changing the culture of organization is reviewed in detail and then tried to explore the contributors' different views about the impact of bullying on organizational performance. The sample size is 50 and Indian IT sector is
used for the study..................

Keywords: Bullying culture, diversity, conflict

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Rewards And Employee Retention in Ebonyi State Public Corporations: Focus on Ebonyi State Broadcasting Corporation And Ebonyi State Water Corporation
Country	:	Malaysia
Authors	:	Prof. Ezinma K. Nnabuife || Obianuju Mary Chiekezie || Matthias Egede Elom
	:	10.9790/487X-1912065663

Abstract: Organisations face disruptions in service delivery, lose vital knowledge and sometimes face negative consequences when they lose valuable, skilled or high performer employees. Though many factors contribute to employee turnover, rewards have been identified as one of the most important factors. Hence, this study sought to investigate the relationship between rewards and employee retention in Ebonyi State public corporations. The study employed correlational design and data generated from 132 employees of the organisations was analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The result showed that positive relationships exist between both monetary and non-monetary rewards and employee retention. The regression analysis showed that monetary reward accounted for the.............

Keywords: Rewards, Monetary Rewards, Non-monetary Rewards, Employee Retention, Public Corporation

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Influence of Cost Leadership Strategy on Growth of Hotel Chains: A Perspective fromThe Kenyan Context
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Jane Nzisa || Doreen Njeje || BarbaraNamiida
	:	10.9790/487X-1912066471

Abstract: Travel and tourism have been growing at a faster rate than both the wider economy and other significant sectors. Therefore, some of the greatest opportunities for hotels will derive from their ability to strategically participate in this global marketplace while sustainably increasing their competitiveness by growing financially and structurally to be able to achieve their objectives. However, while the hotel industry in Kenya is currently experiencing significant challenges regarding tourist flows, some hotel chains continue to
grow. It is not yet clear how these hotels have been able to grow under such circumstances and in particular the strategies they have put in place to ensure the growth is indeed sustainable. Therefore, the main objective of this research was to determine influence of cost leadership strategy on growth of hotel chains in the country. Porter's Generic Competitive Strategies Theory guided..........

Keywords: Cost Leadership Strategy, Growth, Hotel Chains

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	A Study of Customers' utilization of Internet Banking Channel in Mumbai
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Abha Wankhede || Kavita Laghate
	:	10.9790/487X-1912067280

Abstract: Diffusion of innovations is a theory that seeks to explain how, why, and at what rate new ideas and technology spread through cultures. Information and Commutation Technology has impacted the Banking industry by providing a remote channel to the Banks to reach and service their customers. The study attempts to understand the customers' adoption and utilization of internet banking in the Mumbai region. Survey method was chosen and a questionnaire was administered in the city of Mumbai. Chi square data analysis tool was used to test the association of the frequency of banking features used/utilized through internet banking with the profile of the customer/ user. The empirical results stipulate that there is still a long way to go with regards to the Internet Banking channel to become primary channel of communication, distribution and service between the Bank and their customers.........

Keywords: Internet Banking

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Impact of Minimarket Network Existence On Store Revenue In Binjai City
Country	:	Indonesia
Authors	:	Rizki Abdillah Tanjung
	:	10.9790/487X-1912068186

Abstract: Minimally expanded network growth in various capital cities and districts in Indonesia including in Binjai City. Based on the news in the newspaper Tribunnews (2016) Idaham as Mayor of Binjai said for the last five years did not give permission to establish minimarket networking to protect traditional shops, but on the basis of market and community needs and raelisasi policy Asean Economic Community (MEA) given back. The granting of permits for the construction of networked minimarkets in Binjai City has resulted in a significant growth in networked minimarket numbers, which has led to an unhealthy competitive climate and harming the
owners of the shops in Binjai City. The purpose of this study is to analyze the impact of minimarket presence on the network, the number of stores, store work..............

Keywords: impact, revenue, network minimarket, store

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Role of Marketing Managers in Digital Environment Case of Orange
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr.lalita mishra
	:	10.9790/487X-1912068796

Abstract: The technological advancement and globalisation has actually resulted in the advancement of marketing the products and services. This advancement has led to the digital marketing concept especially in the telecommunication industry. In this industry the competition for marketing is very high and requires lot of back ground work. This research paper would be studying the roles and responsibility of marketing manager in the digital environment. It will also help in determining the various factors how digital marketing leads to the growth and development of an organization. This research would be looking at the aspects of digital marketing and how it is related to the customer satisfaction. In order to understand this area of study this research would be analysing the significance of a marketing manager in digital marketing with the help of various research methodologies.

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