Search results for "INNOVATION"
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Are quality management practices enough to improve process innovation?
2015
The popularity of quality management as a system for continuous improvement has not been accompanied by deep theoretical understanding of its effects on process innovation. In this work, the resource-based view serves as the basis for the construction of a model designed to explain the effects of quality management practices (QMP) on process innovation performance and the mediating role of dynamic capabilities in this relationship. The empirical data were analysed using the structural equation modelling technique by examining 6 competing models that represent full, partial mediation and non-mediation relationships on a sample of 550 Spanish industrial companies. The findings indicate that t…
Market outlook, production chain and technological innovation for Pleurotus nebrodensis mushrooms
2013
This chapter provides a report of a marketing investigation performed in synergy with private companies in order to activate a production chain for the cultivation and trade of Pleurotus nebrodensis. A recent experience of technological innovation carried out in a farm of the Madonie (N. Sicily) territory is also presented. Notes on the status of Critically Endangered species and pertinent legislation are also provided.
An insight into museum innovation. Theoretical development and empirical study in the case of museums from Valencia Region of Spain
2017
En los útimos años, tanto desde el mundo académico como entre los responsables polı́ticos, se ha puesto énfasis en la transformación del modelo competitivo, para el desarrollo nacional o regional, a partir de la innovación basada en los sectores culturales y creativos. En este sentido, los museos, como instituciones contenedoras de patrimonio, pueden convertirse en un importante vehı́culo de transmisión de la innovación que apoye la inclusión social y el desarrollo regional, tanto en España como en las distintas regiones mediterráneas, ahora que se enfrentan a los desafı́os provocados por la reciente crisis. Sin embargo, el estudio y la comprensión de los procesos de innvoación…
Exploring User Acceptance of Free Wireless Fidelity Public Hot Spots : An Empirical Study
2008
Research regarding commercial and free wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) public hot spots acceptance and adoption is sketchy. Therefore, it has become imperative to understand the critical factors that affect their acceptance. The focus of this study is free Wi-Fi public hot spot users, with the objective to better understand their user acceptance. In doing so, this study integrated two well-established initial acceptance models, specifically, the technology acceptance model and the diffusion of innovation theory. This study was conducted using an on-line survey that collected data from 129 users. It uses the Partial Least Square (PLS) technique to examine the relationship between variables. The re…
Passerelle per i siti archeologici. Esigenze e requisiti per la fruizione
2011
There has been a growing interest regarding the conservation of cultural and archaeological heritage and a corresponding increase in the number of tourists displaying an interest in these areas. Consequently this has entailed more attentive intervention strategies aimed at the conservation, the appreciation, the enjoyment and the exploitation of our historical and artistic heritage. The subject of the footbridge is closely linked to museological, architectural and archaeological aspects. This paper outlines certain demands on the part of the visitor, the essentials that need to be specified in the project and the results that these particular artefacts, i.e. footbridges, need to provide in …
El lenguaje de las tecnologías en la formación de maestros
2020
Este artículo se encuentra disponible a texto completo en la siguiente URL: https://revistas.uam.es/tendenciaspedagogicas/article/view/tp2020_36_09 Este número monográfico de la revista Tendencias Pedagógicas lleva por título "La alfabetización académica". Este trabajo pretende reflexionar sobre las implicaciones educativas que hoy día tiene la competencia mediática en los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje. La evolución de las TIC y, sobre todo, de la tecnología móvil, ha provocado una revolución comunicativa educativa y social que afecta al mundo educativo; los contextos edu-cativos son cambiantes y evolucionan rápido, teniendo que adaptarse a los cambios socioculturales, tecnológi-cos, et…
Avaluació i anàlisi de tutoríes virtual realitzades amb estudiants d'Enginyeria
2010
En aquest article, els autors descriuen com l'ús de plataformes de treball col·laboratiu ajuda a la millora de competències d'estudiants d'enginyeria, així com a la millora contínua de la qualitat de l'ensenyança. Conseqüentment, a través de la implicació dels estudiants que han participat activament en l'experiència d'innovació docent, s'ha aconseguit l'objectiu principal de l'estudi proposat. Els resultats obtinguts mostren amb èxit el grau d'impacte en la qualitat de la docència (concretament en allò relacionat amb tutories docents) a través de l'ús d'una nova plataforma de treball col·laboratiu: ConferenceXP.
Educational innovation through ICTs in the university setting. What do students think of these practices?
2014
Aquest document vol donar a conèixer l'experiència duta a terme per un grup d'estudiants durant el desenvolupament d'un programa destinat a alumnes innovadors de la Universitat de València. La immersió actual de les tecnologies en tots els àmbits de la societat i en l'educació planteja noves incògnites sobre com es desenvolupen aquestes experiències educatives. El projecte presentat era enfocat als alumnes amb vista a desenvolupar un treball que relacionés les tecnologies de la informació i la comunicació (TIC) amb els contextos d'aprenentatge universitaris. Així, en l'article es presenten les experiències, vivències i conclusions a les quals s'ha arribat quan s'ha acabat el projecte.
Not just daycare: nordic mothers in research, development and innovation navigating work and childcare
2022
Nordic welfare policies mitigate work–childcare reconciliation; however, they are not enough for mothers working in intensive work cultures. In addition, there are differences among the three Nordic states in both work–family policies and cultural norms as to how they should be used. In this article, we study the resources mothers who work in research, development and innovation (R&D&I) in Finland, Norway and Sweden rely on in their work–childcare reconciliation. Thematic analysis of interviews with 74 professionals resulted in identifying four main resources: father involvement, parental leave system and daycare, flexible working, and grandparent help and networks. Our analysis brings to v…
Innovative technologies for temporary architecture
2009
Problem risen from temporariness and flexibility concepts of built concern, always constituted, all over technological advanced countries and throughout the whole history of scientific research, some of the most interesting aspects of technologies, industry and industrialization processes. Several project proposals about really light structures easily gatherable, transportable, that can be dismantled and reconverted, are proves of that such as their use in order to obtain flexible and functional living solutions. They are systems adaptable to different needs and fit to offer a concrete solution for the necessities related to the new ways of living. In fact temporary buildings that were thou…