The Relevance of Decision Tree to Organisations in Nigeria
Alao Olubunmi,
Alawode Olufemi Peter,
Ajibade Ayodeji
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 4, December 2021
Pages:
85-92
Received:
10 August 2021
Accepted:
24 August 2021
Published:
19 November 2021
Abstract: The objective of this study was to explore decision tree as a viable tool for decision making through viable graphical demonstrations, identifying and measuring assumptions within given environmental limits and ranking of priorities or options is a modern tool that can be simplistically implemented or made complex with statistical probabilities and with consideration that action taken would be comprehensive and dynamically evolving. Business decisions are usually conclusions of a two-way thinking or more. The ideal situation can be varied to get a basic scenario or the best scenario and this can be captured graphically or visually by the decision tree model which is an all-encompassing management decision tool. A Desk review research method was employed in this expository study. The study found out that decision tree models, though is an internal decision making tool, the usage can be externalized and included in financial statements and other reports as part of the sensitivity analysis and as a build-up of the financial package, investment decisions, sensitivity analysis, cost analysis and financial ratio analysis as key business areas The study concluded that the usage of decision trees in modern management is limitless and can be in a simpler form without mathematical colouration or laced with probabilistic statistical effects.
Abstract: The objective of this study was to explore decision tree as a viable tool for decision making through viable graphical demonstrations, identifying and measuring assumptions within given environmental limits and ranking of priorities or options is a modern tool that can be simplistically implemented or made complex with statistical probabilities and...
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Information Architecture Proposal for a Science, Technology and Environment Web Page in Villa Clara, Cuba
Gretter Beatriz Andreu Moya,
Danelys Zamora Suri,
Katia Mayuli Alonso López
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 4, December 2021
Pages:
93-100
Received:
4 June 2021
Accepted:
25 June 2021
Published:
27 November 2021
Abstract: Introduction: The Information Architecture aims to make more visible and organized all contents on the web in order to facilitate access to information. Objective: to propose an information architecture for the web page of the Territorial Delegation of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment in Villa Clara, Cuba. Materials and methods: the research was developed with a mixed approach and was classified as descriptive. Historical-logical, analytic-synthetic and systemic-structural methods were used as theoretical level methods, and documentary analysis and survey were used as empirical level methods. Questionnaires, interviews and Card sorting techniques were used for the triangulation of the results. The methodology of Pérez-Montoro 2010 was adopted, applying three phases proposed by this author: analysis, design and implementation. Results: factors that made it necessary to propose a new web page were identified, as well as the objectives it pursues. The web page was designed based on the user study carried out, taking into consideration the criteria of those surveyed. The information architecture guidelines and their evaluation contributed to organize the contents to be included in the web. Conclusions: with the use of Information Architecture techniques and tools, relevant data were obtained for the design and improvement of the web page contents, which contributed to increase the visibility of science, technology, innovation and environment results of Villa Clara territory in Cuba.
Abstract: Introduction: The Information Architecture aims to make more visible and organized all contents on the web in order to facilitate access to information. Objective: to propose an information architecture for the web page of the Territorial Delegation of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment in Villa Clara, Cuba. Materials and methods: ...
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Factors Affecting the Utilization of Information & Communication Technology (ICT): A Case of Badulla & Nuwara Eliya Potato Farming Community, Sri Lanka
Virajith Kuruppu,
Vihanga Chathuranga
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 4, December 2021
Pages:
101-106
Received:
12 October 2021
Accepted:
15 November 2021
Published:
24 December 2021
Abstract: ICT upgrades farmer knowledge thus, enhances overall production and marketing aspects in agricultural systems. However, transferring traditional farmer into new technologies in developing countries is a significant challenge. At present, there have been many ICT tools which introduced to farmers in Sri Lanka. Thus, the central question is whether agro-community is utilizing these different ICT tools in a productive way. Therefore, the objective of this study is to explore the factors which affect the overall usage of ICT tools of potato farmers in Sri Lanka and their perception on future use of ICT. Primary data was collected from 241 farmers randomly in Badulla and Nuwara Eliya Districts using a pre-tested questionnaire. Correlation analysis was deployed to elicit the relationship between selected socio-economic factors of the farmer and the number of ICTs those farmers have utilized. Results revealed education level (p<0.05, r=0.659), average monthly farm income (p<0.1, r=0.352) and number of crops cultivated (p<0.05, r=0.851) by farmer were positive and significant with the number of ICT appliances used by the potato farmer. Age (p<0.05, r=-0.7432) and years of experience engaged in agricultural activities (p<0.05, r=-0.254) were negative and significant with the number of ICT appliances used by the potato farmer. Further, 60% farmers have used internet once a week to gather agriculture related information. Another, 13% have used GPS and only 1% have used e-mail. Even though there have been numerous ICT tools, still ICT literacy of local farmers were not up to the satisfactory level. This implied Sri Lankan agriculture sector is not fully utilizing ICT in agriculture. Perhaps changing the way or mode of delivering of ICT tools may cause positive influence in agriculture. Rather than focusing advanced ICT appliances and tools, it is recommended to exploit the full potential of current ICT appliances and tools to disseminate vital information. Consideration of farmer accessibility of different ICT appliances and tools are much important to decide the next step of agriculture modernization in Sri Lanka.
Abstract: ICT upgrades farmer knowledge thus, enhances overall production and marketing aspects in agricultural systems. However, transferring traditional farmer into new technologies in developing countries is a significant challenge. At present, there have been many ICT tools which introduced to farmers in Sri Lanka. Thus, the central question is whether a...
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