The Role of Process Innovation between Organizational Capability and Software Project Success in Malaysian Public Sector
Authors: M. D. Rozaida ; Mahanum Daim
Pages: 112-124
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.112.124
Abstract
This study used the partial least square (PLS) and structural equation modeling (SEM) tool to examine factors influencing the process innovation of the organization capability in public sectors. It also measures the impact of process innovation on the success of software project process. Statistical results confirm that coordination of expertise, communication plan and IT infrastructure reach impact on process innovation while process innovation in turn positively influences the success of software project success. The result, besides indicating the suitability of the PLS in statistical analysis, has also contributed to a better understanding of the success of the software project process. Findings are useful for IT Managers and practitioners to improve the success of software project in Malaysian public sectors. Limitation and suggestion for future research are also included.
Malaysian 14th General Election: Young Voters & Rising Political Participation
Authors: Sara Chinnasamy ; Norminaliza Mohamed Azmi
Pages: 125-138
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.125.138
Abstract
The 14th General Election (GE14) was the most exciting general election ever had by Malaysian’s ever since its independence in 1957. The high participation of young voters or better known as the ‘Kingmaker’ which made up 41% of the total voters was the main reason for the topple of Barisan Nasional (BN) government that have administrated the nation for the last 60 years. Given the influence of awareness towards electoral issues and the political knowledge, this paper aims to understand the young voters’ participation during election. Guided by Michael Foucault ‘Theory of Power’, this paper examines how voters rely on technology to educate themselves on the election issues that become a concern for them before exercising their power by determining and selecting their preferred government. The findings of the data were collected through focus group discussions, involving twelve (12) participants which consist of Malay, Chinese and Indian voters, aged between 21-39 years old. From the findings, issues relating to 1 Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), Goods and Service Tax (GST), high cost of living, and PTPTN have grabbed their attention. Their concern towards these issues were caused by the economy impact that it has on their daily lives. Influenced by their heavy reliance on social media as a source of information which was easily accessible through smart phones further motivates them to cast their votes despite of their depth of knowledge on electoral processes. Nevertheless, both Government and the Election Commission have a vital role to play in drawing young voters’ attention whilst engaging and educating them for the next General Election.
Systematic & Synthesized Critical Literature of Big Data, Business Intelligence-Analytics & Smart Cities to the Current Era
Authors: Dr. Muhammad Saqib ; Eman Zakaria Tumah Qudah ; Bayan Mohammad Idries Hamad ; Khalood Said Ahmed Al Ghassani
Pages: 139-146
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.139.146
Abstract
Present digital world with the concept of Smart cities are producing enormous amount of data over the period of time at different sectors of life. It is becoming difficult to track information and produce knowledge out of it without using emerging information management technologies. Big Data Analytics is a must to make use of data generated by IoT. In the present paper, A systematic and synthesizing critical literature have been discussed on the concept and relationship of Big Data, Data Analytics and smart cities and imperatives of the same. This study primarily contributes in providing the rationale of Big Data, Business Intelligence & Data Analytics in smart cities. The study discusses the valuable information to the Big Data practitioners by clarifying the process of effective management of Big Data through Business Intelligence and Analytics processes in smart cities. Study further provides the directions to the future research.
Affecting Factors to Intentions to Adoption of E-Commerce Technologies in SMEs of Pakistan
Authors: Ali Abbas ; Sahadah Hj. Abdullah ; Rosli Mohd Saad
Pages: 147-155
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.147.155
Abstract
Purpose: This study confirms the main determinants that affect the intention to the adoption of e-commerce and provides a procedure to analyze and implement practices and indicates the necessary measures. This study integrates the technical composition and determinism of organizational and environmental constructively to build a practical framework for understanding the adoption of e-commerce in SMEs of Pakistan. Methodology: This study is a explanatory research, the quantitative approach is employed, data is collected through an adopted questioner, responses of 160 SMEs are selected for analysis through PLS3. Finding: The results indicate that technological, organizational and environmental factors have a direct impact on the intention to the adoption of e-commerce on SMEs of Pakistan. The results also show that there is a trend to imitate the Pakistani SMEs who are successfully taken to avoid the risks of e-commerce technologies. Limitations: This study is limited to the context of Pakistan. Implications: The globalization of the markets, the relationship of national economies and the adoption of e commerce with the increasing interdependence of national economies are a bit complex to be known about the key factors, but this is considered as a difficult phenomenon to understand e-commerce.
Criminal Measures Against Offenders of Environmental Pollution Crimes in Iraq After 2003
Authors: Ameel Jabbar Ashour
Pages: 156-164
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.156.164
Abstract
A major challenge in the protection of the Iraqi environment from pollution is the difficulty of determining the perpetrator’s criminal responsibility for environmental pollution crimes. As such, there must be a set of legal procedures and punishments to combat environmental pollution crimes. Fixed legal procedures must be followed after a crime is detected and it should include investigations, arrests, court trials and enforcement of the punishment if the perpetrator is found guilty. The Iraqi legislative authority has acknowledged the perils of environmental pollution through the issuance of procedures and laws for the protection and control of the environment. These laws have made the punishments for the offenders more severe in order to serve as a general and private deterrent in order to remove the consequences of violation of the environment and restore the situation. This paper deliberated on the concept of public criminal responsibility in conformity with the Iraqi Penal Code Law No. 111 of 1969, the Iraqi Protection and Improvement of the Environment Act, Law No. 27 of 2009 as well as determined the offender’s criminal responsibility for offenses under the aforementioned laws. Also, there is a statement of the damage the U.S. occupation has inflicted upon Iraq including the pollution of the environment caused by the use of internationally forbidden weapons in 2003. On this matter, the qualitative research method was adopted as this method involves both primary and secondary sources. As such, people from the judiciary and academia who were involved in criminal law were personally interviewed. This study discovered that there are several legal issues and constraints and they are linked to weaknesses of Iraqi laws for the protection of the environment. On top of that, the many sources of environmental protection in Iraq has slowed down the rectification of the constraints and this in turn has significantly affected the determination of the offenders’ responsibilities for environmental pollution crimes.
Development and Evaluation of a Web-based Speaking Resource for ESL Pupils: Teachers’ Responses
Authors: Nurul Izzati Md Fuad ; Parilah Mohd Shah ; Maslawati Mohamad
Pages: 165-172
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.165.172
Abstract
This paper presents the English teachers’ responses towards a web-based resource developed to improve ESL pupils’ speaking skills. The purpose of the study is to analyse the English teachers’ responses towards the web-based speaking skills resource named ‘Hey Let’s Speak’. This study included 10 English teachers from secondary schools in Malaysia who explored and utilised the web-based resource before it was implemented in schools. Their responses were used to determine whether the web-based resource is suitable and their suggestions were taken into consideration for further improvements. The instrument was divided into four components which included (1) design (2) interactivity (3) content and (4) usability, to measure the English teachers’ perception towards the resource. The findings showed positive results in terms of design, interactivity, content and usability. The strengths of the web-based resource include attractive design, suitable content and user-friendliness. However there are improvements needed in terms of the quantity of the topics included and resource layout. The use of this web-based resource could motivate the ESL pupils to be interactive and work collaboratively to improve their English speaking skills.
Evaluation of Upstream Value Chain Analysis in Oil Palm: Insights from Smallholder Farmers in West Region Malaysia
Authors: Wan Nur Syuhada Wan Ariffin ; Fazleen Abdul Fatah
Pages: 173-183
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.173.183
Abstract
This study aims to analyze upstream marketing channel selection by farmers, determining cost and return involved, and major problems faced by all actors at West Region Malaysia. The objective of this paper is to identify the upgrading opportunities in Malaysia’s oil palm value chain. A survey was carried out among 156 oil palm independent smallholder farmers (ISHF), 4 middlemen, 5 collection centres and 2 millers who were selected randomly in Johor state which is among the largest independent smallholders in the region and data were collected based on structured interviews. Cost Benefit Analysis and Margin Analysis have been used as the empirical strategy. Farmers’ socio-demographic characteristics, selected marketing channel, cost benefit analysis, and marketing margin have been used as main explanatory variables. Results indicate that most of oil palm independent smallholders chose marketing channel with highest Net Present Value (NPV) and Gross Marketing Margin. The motivations driving the purchasing or selling of fresh fruit bunches or FFB were: high quality of FFB, competitive price, low marketing and transportation costs. The results indicate that there is a margin for the value chain to upgrade their products while staying competitive. A strong and great market access is essential to support wider knowledge, distribution and information among the marketing channels. In addition, a joint action of value chain stakeholders is needed to exploit these opportunities.
The Paradox of Managerial Ownership and Financial Decisions of the Textile Sector: An Asian Market Perspective
Authors: Muhammad Farhan Basheer ; Waeibrorheem Waemustafa ; Aref Abdullah Ahmad
Pages: 184-190
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.184.190
Abstract
The managerial ownership and its impact on financial decisions such as cash holding, and capital structure have been the subject of debate of corporate governance literature. The main objective of this study is to investigate the impact managerial ownership places on financing and cash holding decisions. In addition to that, the currents study is also offering an interesting insight on the issue of simultaneity of financing and cash holding decisions and also will discuss that how the interdependence changes as the level of managerial ownership changes. This study examines the data of 60 companies listed on Pakistan Stock Exchange over the period from 2013 to 2017. To trace the endogeneity, we have employed the Wu Hausman test. It evident from the results that the p-value of both models is significant, which confirms the endogeneity between cash holdings and capital structure decisions. In both models, the managerial the leverage and cash holdings are in positive relation. The MO appears in a non-linear relationship with both cash holding and capital structure decisions of textile firms. The results of the study are also providing support to agency theory, pecking order theory and signaling theory.
The A Proposed Model of Activating Institutional Governance at The Middle East University from Faculty Members’ Point of View
Authors: Amjad Daradkah ; Hamzeh Alassaf ; Khaled Hamadin
Pages: 191-198
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.191.198
Abstract
This study aimed at proposing a model for activating institutional governance at the Middle East University from faculty members’ point of view. To achieve the objectives of the study the descriptive – survey methodology was used. A questionnaire was developed to collect data. It consisted of (47) items, classified into five areas: transparency, active participation, accountability, equality and organizational effectiveness. Validity and reliability of the questionnaire were assured. The study concluded with a model and recommendations for activating the governance of the Middle East University, including completion of legislation covering all institutional governance requirements.
Requirements for the Development of the Tourism Sector and it's Role of Diversifying Sources of Income in Iraq
Authors: Saja Fadhil Jawad Al-Dahalaki ; Prof. Dr. Faris Kareem Buraihi
Pages: 199-206
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.199.206
Abstract
Tourism development encourages small and medium sized businesses to get developed which adds to the diversification of income sources. In the study, two main variables have been identified. The independent variable is development and the dependent variable is income sources. In order to further analyze the impacts through regression, five more independent variables have been identified. Hotels, travel agencies, restaurants, cleanliness and infrastructure are great sources of income in tourism sector. To conduct the research, 350 residents from Erbil, Baghdad and Ur have been selected as a sample of the primary research containing 10 questionnaires. The questionnaire have been analyzed in 5-point Likert scale and the results show a positive relationship between development and income sources. Range of data analysis methods have been applied to conduct the research like Regression, correlation, frequency, percentage, mean, mode, median. Finally, some recommendations regarding the development which would enhance the diversity of income sources have been provided.
Did Beliefs and Attitudes Influence Consumer Ethnocentrism Towards Domestic Products? Empirical Evidence of Klang Valley Petronas Petrol Station
Authors:
Mohamad Firdaus Mohamad Zaid ; Jati Kasuma ; Margaret Gregory
Pages: 207-210
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.207.210
Abstract
The concept of consumer ethnocentrism is used here to show that culture influences the perception of individuals or groups when they buy products or services. Though many studies have recognized the importance of culture in consumer decision-making, few have examined the significant role of culture in influencing consumer buying decision. Thus, the purpose of this study is to examine how the roles of consumer beliefs and attitudes affect the level of consumer ethnocentrism towards the purchase of domestic products concentrating on Petronas petrol stations in Klang Valley from the customers’ perspective. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed at Petronas Petrol Stations in Klang Valley area. The results indicated that the most significant factor influencing consumer ethnocentrism was belief followed by attitude and both belief and attitude had moderate and positive relationships with consumer ethnocentrism toward Petronas Petrol Stations in Klang Valley area.
Does Element of Belief (Iman) and Ritual (Ibadah) Determined Leadership Effectiveness among Muslims in Malaysia?
Authors: Jati Kasuma ; Mohd Zakey Ramlee ; Noni Haryanti ; Ibrahim Morshidi
Pages: 211-215
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.211.215
Abstract
Islamic concept has become more prominent in the development of society. It is no longer an unfamiliar concept among the world communities. In addition, the administration and management based on Islamic concept is also becoming increasingly popular among organizations around the world. Since many scholars believe that there is still lack of study regarding Islamic perspective in management, thus the purpose of this research is to examine the problem regarding this matter and to explore more about the Qur’an way of leadership. A total of 180 civil servants in the public sector in Kuching and Kota Samarahan areas participated in the survey. The result reveals that belief was found to be significant with very strong correlation and positive relationship with leadership effectiveness. Meanwhile for rituals, the result shows that this variable has insignificant with a moderate correlation and positive relationship with leadership effectiveness. Suggestions for future research were also discussed.
A Feasibility Study of Wholesale Market in Malaysia: Stakeholders’ Perspectives
Authors: Ibrahim bin Mamat ; Fakhrul Anwar bin Zainol ; Wan Norhayate binti Wan Wan Daud ; Wan Musa bin Wan Muda ; Safrul Izani bin Mohd Salleh ; Muthmainnah binti Noor Hadi Hamdul
Pages: 216-219
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.216.219
Abstract
The wholesale and retail sector in Malaysia is closely interlinked and it is one of the most important economic activities that generate the source of income for the country. It is also a sector that is classified under the services sector. During the 10th Malaysia Plan, this sector recorded an annual average growth rate of 6.7% and its contribution to the gross domestic product (GDP) increased from 13.9% in 2011 to 14.7% in 2013. In the 11MP, the subsector is expected to achieve an average annual growth rate of 5.8% and accounted for 14.7% of GDP. A wholesale market feasibility study was conducted to identify the needs of consumers and stakeholders in the wholesale market. In particular, the study reviewed the strategic position (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) construction of wholesale markets and analysed the impact of the construction of wholesale markets in terms of market, technical, financial, and operating aspects on the socioeconomic development of the local population. Structured interviews were used to collect qualitative data from 15 respondents, 11 of whom from government agencies, 2 from an association, and 2 from the body politic. The interviews were audio-recorded and then transcribed verbatim. Analysis was performed on the transcriptions by identifying themes, which were then analyzed using the software ATLAS.ti 7. The findings indicate that the construction of wholesale markets has a positive viability in terms of all aspects (market, technical, business model, management and economy / finance) and will have a positive impact on the country’s social and economic development, particularly that of the locals.
Malaysians’ Reluctance to Work in Local 3D Sectors: A Preliminary Review
Authors: Nisar Mohammad Ahmad ; Dina Imam Supaat ; Izawati Wook ; Mariam SaidonaTagoranao ; Nurul Asma Abdul Rahman
Pages: 220-230
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.sp4.220.223
Abstract
The aim of this article is to provide a general overview of the issues underlying Malaysians’ reluctance to work in the 3D sectors. It accomplishes this by highlighting key factors that contribute to this issue thereby finding the possible and practical solutions. In realising these objectives, the authors rely on qualitative library research which involves analysis of primary and secondary resources. As the result, this article suggests practical solutions that focus on the enhancement of human rights compliance by employers to attract more Malaysian workers. A better working condition may contribute towards the reduction of high dependency on foreign workers in the future.
The Impact of Taxpayers’ Attitude toward the Effectiveness of Land and Building Tax Implementation
Authors: Abdullah Ramdhani ; Dini T. Alamanda ; Fajar S. A. Prabowo
Pages: 224-226
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.224.226
Abstract
As has been widely known, tax is still the main source to meet financing need of urban and rural development in developing countries. This fact has made tax compliance rate serves as an important measure that can be used to predict the continuation of the on-going development projects. Hence, achieving full compliance rate has become major concern of Indonesian Government particularly in supporting the development of rural area such as in Garut Regency Indonesia. However, in contrast to urban citizen, the attitude of most taxpayers in rural area is presumed to show lower compliance due to several factors such as level of knowledge. In response to that phenomenon, this research aims to obtain knowledge regarding the effect of taxpayers’ attitude toward the effectiveness of land and building tax implementation in Garut Regency. Quantitative data was acquired by using survey that involves 96 respondents that were selected by using simple random sampling. This study also employs qualitative data by means of interview and soliciting relevant documents. The findings show that there is significant impact of taxpayer’s attitude toward the effectiveness of land and building tax implementation. Surprisingly, the attitude of taxpayers in Garut Regency found to be favorable. The same result is also found for the effectiveness of land and building tax implementation. The opportunity for future studies is also being discussed in response to the findings.
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