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ICT based management initiatives : a case of Ratlou Municipality
(North-West University (South Africa), 2016)In the rural areas, the poor typically lack access to information vital to their livelihoods. As a consequence, urban people are benefiting from the economy based on Information Technology Communication (ICT). This ... -
An ICT strategic management framework for rapid technological evolution of a state-owned company
(2015)This study was conducted to look into state-owned ICT institutions. The emphasis was on devising a strategic management framework that would be robust and agile, thereby enabling government companies within the ICT sector ... -
The identification and evaluation of the causes of fatigue in the ferrochrome smelting environment
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)Fatigue is a concept that has been researched extensively and is a complex phenomenon that leads to numerous problems for both the individual as well as the organisation. According to the philosopher Johnson (1825:327) ... -
The identification and export promotion of low–carbon environmental goods in South Africa
(North-West University, 2012)Economic and environmental objectives are traditionally seen as mutually exclusive, especially in terms of higher economic growth rates that are coupled with higher greenhouse gas emissions. The first aim of this study is ... -
The identification of competent artisans under the present statutory system
(North-West University (South Africa), 1984)Wanneer ons deesdae enige artikel omtrent die algemene fabriekswese in Suid Afrika lees, is daar feitlik sander uitsondering sprake van die algemene tekort aan geskoolde arbeid. Alhoewel die Suid Afrikaanse ekonomie ... -
Identification of compromise - prone nodes in mobile ad hoc networks using machine learning techniques
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The identification of critical conditions related harmonious individual labour relationships
(2011)Harmonious employer and employee relations form the basis of a productive long term employment relationship, although not always prescribed by legislation, it becomes imperative for both parties in the employment ... -
The identification of export opportunities for South African products with special reference to Africa
(North-West University, 2011)This thesis identifies realistic export opportunities for South African products in the rest of the world and specifically in the rest of the African continent. The method chosen to achieve this goal is the Decision Support ... -
The identification of social-economic challenges : a regional comparative study of the Emfuleni and Midvaal local municipal areas
(North-West University, Vaal Triangle Campus, 2018)The importance and the significant role that SMMEs play towards economic development and growth cannot be overstated. With the growing epidemic of poverty and unemployment, SMMEs are seen as a key solution. However, SMMEs ... -
The identification of South African export opportunities : special reference of fruit juice to Oman and Qatar
(North-West University, 2010)As part of the Accelerated Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (AsgiSA), the South African government is focusing on improving the country's export performance (Department of Trade and Industry, 2006a). One of the ... -
Die identifisering van risikofaktore wat dui op beleggingsbedrog
(2014)Die studie handel oor die identifisering van risikofaktore wat dui op beleggingsbedrog. Beleggers is voortdurend op soek na beleggingsgeleenthede met die belofte van ’n hoër opbrengs en neem blindelings besluite sonder om ... -
Identifying barriers to commercialisation of intellectual property at selected South African universities
(North-West University (South Africa), Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)Commercialisation of intellectual property, also known as technology transfer, is the process of transferring scientific research findings from university to market for the purpose of further development, economic growth ... -
Identifying challenges of black-owned SMMEs in the Sedibeng Region
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2011)Since the fall of Apartheid, the South African Government has engaged in a number of transformation programmes to allow the Previously Disadvantaged Individuals to participate in the mainstream economy of the Country. The ... -
Identifying consumer buying preferences of beef in South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa). Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)This study investigated the factors which influence consumers’ buying behaviour with regard to beef. A tried and tested questionnaire was adapted to determine which factors influence consumers when they purchase beef ... -
Identifying corporate political activity as part of integrated enterprise strategy in selected South African agri-businesses
(North-West University (South Africa), Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)Corporate political activity (CPA) is the phenomenon in which firms employ corporate attempts to influence public policy in pursuit of the sweet spot found between what the Government wants and what the firm wants. CPA ... -
Identifying criteria for a quality management system in a construction company
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)Quality has become an essential element in completing a construction project in South Africa. In the last decade, various construction failures have been reported in the news, with some incident causes directly related to ... -
Identifying critical business competences contributing to the sustainability and success of contractors in the construction industry
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)The construction industry in South Africa is very competitive, and companies are finding it ever more challenging to make large enough profits to reinvest in their companies and sustain growth over a long period of time. ... -
Identifying determinants that influence soft drink consumption in selected South African primary schools
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)Soft drink consumption and child obesity are increasing in the South African fast-food environment. Parents of primary school children influence their children directly through the choices they make when purchasing a soft ... -
Identifying employment-intensive export sectors in South Africa's service industry
(2015)Unemployment within the South African economy has indicated to be a prominent issue with an official unemployment rate of 25.2% in the year 2013 (Statistics South Africa, 2013). The South African government released the ... -
Identifying energy clusters within the gold mining supply chain : implications for energy policy
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)An energy supply shortage has caused major disruptions and has become extremely costly for South Africa. The most significant problem constraining economic growth in the country is inadequate energy supply and maintaining ...