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A framework for the re-use, recycling and disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment: the South African case
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
In this thesis, A framework for the re-use, recycling and disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment: The South African case, the researcher did an investigation on current practices in South Africa dealing with ...
Investigation into the generation of electricity via electrostatic induction
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
The present research investigated electricity generation via the electrostatic induction charging of capacitors, for two primary reasons: • Mankind needs energy to live and survive; but • Present technologies have at least ...
Development of an organisational CMMS implementation and sustainability guide for abattoirs
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
Throughout the years, companies have realised that, in order to consistently deliver quality products, you need to have a well-implemented and sustainable maintenance plan. For this reason, companies make use of a CMMS to ...
Development of a strategic decision-making model for the South African nuclear sector
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
The main objective of this research study was to develop a strategic decision-making model for the South African (SA) nuclear sector in response to lack of expansion. Since 1994, this lack of growth was marked by two ...
Residential electrification design topology evaluation model - the sustainable approach for residential developments
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
Residential development electrification is a key societal element which signifies development in developing countries. The impact of the residential development needs to cater not only for the current needs, but consider ...
Understanding customer preferences: comparing additive manufacturing powders (PA2200 & PA2221) in a South African context
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
This study aims to determine the properties of polymer powders for laser sintering (LS) which are most desirable from a customer perspective. With multiple options of imported material being available, it is possible to ...
Knowledge management within an organisation: A consulting engineering company as a case study
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
Knowledge is power. Knowledge management (KM) provides comprehensive means to channel this potential power to the benefit of an organisation. When flourishing in an enterprise, KM offers substantial benefits which includes ...
Strategic innovation navigation system for growth innovation
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)
Overview: The global economic environment is becoming ever more competitive and corporations have a harder time to secure growth or even survival. Many corporations still do not implement “Strategic Innovation Management” ...
Human Capital Evaluation : determining both the cost and value of a firm's human
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2021)
Many times, the phrase “our people are our most important asset” is used by company CEO’s.
Yet personnel are not included on the balance sheet of any company. There are several
reasons for this, including the fact that ...
The critical evaluation of the R&D innovation capability within the military manufacturing industry
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
Since the end of World War II, most countries have accepted that a vital feature of national
security policy is the military manufacturing industries (MMIs). Previous studies have shown that
innovating both organizationally ...