INNOVATIVE UTILIZATION OF VIRTUAL CONFERENCING APPLICATIONS: BASIS FOR NEW TECHNOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT APPROACH

In this fourth industrial revolution of technologies, video conferencing applications are now utilized for online business meetings, online classes, and scientific and experimental purposes engaged in a virtual meeting room due to rigorous cases of coronavirus disease 2019. Several difficulties and technical disruptions were encountered in using the said apps, especially during online classes and business conferences. In connection thereto, this Optimization and Innovative Utilization of Virtual Conferencing Applications dissertation were developed to have a new basis for a technological management approach based on the most commonly used video conferencing applications. The encountered problems, considered factors, and optimization processes were also determined. Descriptive quantitative research was used as methodology, and initial closed-ended questionnaires, evaluation forms with a 4-point Likert scale, interviews, consultations, and testing were the instruments and sources of data. Three hundred one (301) respondents were randomly selected around the Province of Laguna, Philippines, composed of 203 respondents from schools, 78 respondents from companies, and 20 professional evaluators. The developed strategic model was evaluated using 6 out of 8 general characteristics of the ISO/IEC 25010: 2011 system quality model, which includes usability, reliability, performance efficiency, maintainability, compatibility, and security. All data gathered were validated as well as the statistical treatments such as percentage, weighted and composite means, and t-test, which was used to determine the significant difference between the normal and optimized utilization of video conferencing applications. Obtained results revealed that utilizing the developed strategic model was significantly more acceptable and effective rather than the normal utilization of the common apps. The teachers and students and as well as the workers of business enterprises are the beneficiaries of this study to optimize and utilize the said applications for better learning and optimal workflow © 2006-2023 Asian Research Publishing Network (ARPN). All rights reserved

Transport Digitalization

The rapid development of digital technologies, accelerated by COVID-19 effects tends to undermine the established business models and existing sectors of the economy, including the transport sector. Artificial intelligence, robotics technology, the Internet of Things, big data drastically transform all types of transport and logistics operations. Moreover, in addition to digitalization, this sector turned out to be influenced by a wave of public concern over the ecological state of the planet. A powerful impetus was given by a recent climate change conference in Glasgow, following the results of which the governments of many countries undertook a commitment to ensure a net zero carbon footprint over the coming decades. Thousands of companies have declared their allegiance to ESG principles and readiness to work for a green economy. The prospects for the development of the industry are also influenced by changes in consumer behavior. New generation—digital natives, are ready to give up private cars, using instead car sharing service, switch to bicycles and kick scooters and buy environmentally friendly electric cars. However, in the beginning of 2022 the world has met new challenges and risks brought by the new geopolitical situation after the start of the war of Russia in Ukraine. The event resulted in the immediate disruption of many logistic channels, the consequences of which are beyond prediction at the moment. Even after the military activities cease it may take significant time to restore the disrupted connections. The study is based on the use of qualitative comparative analysis that identifies the impact of digitalization on the subsectors of the transport industry. The purpose of the study is to analyze the impact of the main digital transformation tools, as well as other impact factors (decarbonization, changes in behavioral stereotypes, COVID-19, etc.) on the development of transport: road, rail, sea and air transport. The transport industry is viewed through the lens of "Mobility as a Service” (MaaS). The research is focused on revolutionary changes in the development of the industry, which will result in structural changes in value added chains, shifts in the geography of the deployment of production facilities, the further spread of electronic document flow and payments, the growth in the use of electric cars and autonomous vehicles, robotization of warehouses and port infrastructure, the introduction of the Internet of Things in traffic control. The result of the study was the conclusion that the digitalization process in transport will develop, having an impact on other sectors of the economy. It was determined that these processes are irreversible, and companies engaged in transport operations and those working in related fields must adapt to changes: develop their own business models or adapt to existing ones. At the same time, the industry is only in the early stages of digitalization, the rate of changes and their consequences are not yet determined. © 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.

Transport Digitalization

The rapid development of digital technologies, accelerated by COVID-19 effects tends to undermine the established business models and existing sectors of the economy, including the transport sector. Artificial intelligence, robotics technology, the Internet of Things, big data drastically transform all types of transport and logistics operations. Moreover, in addition to digitalization, this sector turned out to be influenced by a wave of public concern over the ecological state of the planet. A powerful impetus was given by a recent climate change conference in Glasgow, following the results of which the governments of many countries undertook a commitment to ensure a net zero carbon footprint over the coming decades. Thousands of companies have declared their allegiance to ESG principles and readiness to work for a green economy. The prospects for the development of the industry are also influenced by changes in consumer behavior. New generation—digital natives, are ready to give up private cars, using instead car sharing service, switch to bicycles and kick scooters and buy environmentally friendly electric cars. However, in the beginning of 2022 the world has met new challenges and risks brought by the new geopolitical situation after the start of the war of Russia in Ukraine. The event resulted in the immediate disruption of many logistic channels, the consequences of which are beyond prediction at the moment. Even after the military activities cease it may take significant time to restore the disrupted connections. The study is based on the use of qualitative comparative analysis that identifies the impact of digitalization on the subsectors of the transport industry. The purpose of the study is to analyze the impact of the main digital transformation tools, as well as other impact factors (decarbonization, changes in behavioral stereotypes, COVID-19, etc.) on the development of transport: road, rail, sea and air transport. The transport industry is viewed through the lens of “Mobility as a Service” (MaaS). The research is focused on revolutionary changes in the development of the industry, which will result in structural changes in value added chains, shifts in the geography of the deployment of production facilities, the further spread of electronic document flow and payments, the growth in the use of electric cars and autonomous vehicles, robotization of warehouses and port infrastructure, the introduction of the Internet of Things in traffic control. The result of the study was the conclusion that the digitalization process in transport will develop, having an impact on other sectors of the economy. It was determined that these processes are irreversible, and companies engaged in transport operations and those working in related fields must adapt to changes: develop their own business models or adapt to existing ones. At the same time, the industry is only in the early stages of digitalization, the rate of changes and their consequences are not yet determined. © 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.

Is It a Challenge to Use Molecular Hydrogen for Extending Flower Vase Life?

Currently, molecular hydrogen treatment has the potential to manage the Corona Virus disease (COVID-19) and pandemic based on its anti-inflammatory, apoptosis-resistance, antioxidant, and hormone-regulating properties. Antioxidant properties are beneficial in both animal and human diseases. In agricultural sciences, molecular hydrogen is used to postpone postharvest ripening and senescence in fruits. However, studies on flower senescence are limited to the application of hydrogen molecules during floral preharvest and postharvest. Fortunately, improved tools involving molecular hydrogen can potentially improve postharvest products and storage. We also discuss the benefits and drawbacks of molecular hydrogen in floral preharvest and postharvest. This review provides an overview of molecular hydrogen solutions for floral preservative storage.

The Features of the Legal Regulation of Procurement for the State and Municipal Needs During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Introduction: currently, the normal development of the political, economic and legal spheres is significantly affected by the outbreak of the COVID-19 declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The epidemic attracted the attention of health professionals and the population around the world, as previously the coronavirus infections in humans did not go beyond the acceptable level of a biological risk. The current events directly related to the pandemic affect all areas of our habitual way of life, its legal component, including the sphere of procurement for the state and municipal needs. Objective: to study the features, positive and negative aspects of the legal regulation of the contract procurement system for the state and municipal needs in the conditions of introduction of innovative management technologies during the coronovirus pandemic. Methods: the methods of systematization, analysis, and comparative law are used. Results: the author analyzed the innovations in procurement for the state and municipal needs in the context of the pandemic;the specifics and features of the development of the system of state and municipal procurement in the paradigm of industry 4.0 during the pandemic are determined;the shortcomings of the current civil law mechanism for protecting the rights of legal entities in the field of procurement for state and municipal needs based on industry 4.0 technologies during the pandemic are identified;identified the possibility of abuse due to the temporary relaxation of the legislation on public procurement;identified the possibility of the legal qualification of the coronavirus as force majeure, the circumstance that makes it impossible to fulfill the obligations;proved that the introduction of the ability to purchase from a single supplier can negatively affect the activities of small and medium-sized enterprises. Conclusions: the innovations in the legal regulation of procurement for the state and municipal needs amid the pandemic in the context of the fourth industrial revolution contain a number of positive aspects: the launch of many digital services;the simplification of the procedure for conducting purchases in the event of force majeure and emergencies;easing the requirements for small and medium-sized businesses;expanding the opportunities to change the term and price of the contract;the changes in the procedure for applying penalties, etc. However, we should not forget about the possible negative consequences of easing the rules of public procurement: the probability of reducing the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement;the appearance of corruption and its manifestations;the abuse at every stage of public procurement;the difficulties in justifying the real impact of the pandemic on the execution of the state order;the ability to purchase from a single supplier can negatively affect the activities of small and medium-sized enterprises;the risk of the violation of antitrust laws due to constantly changing regulations and other consequences.Alternate : Введение: в настоящее время на нормальное развитие политической, экономической и правовой сферы оказывает существенное влияние вспышка коронавирусного заболевания COVID-19, объявленного Всемирной организацией здравоохранения пандемией. Эпидемия привлекла к себе внимание специалистов здравоохранения и населения во всем мире, так как ранее коронавирусные инфекции у людей не выходили за пределы допустимого уровня биологического риска. Происходящие сегодня события, непосредственно связанные с пандемией, затрагивают все сферы привычного уклада Ризни, его правовую составляющую, в том числе сферу закупок для государственных и муниципальных нужд. Цель: исследование особенностей, специфики, положительных и негативных сторон правового регулирования контрактной системы закупок для государственных и муниципальных нужд в условиях внедрения инновационных технологий хозяйствования в период пандемии коронавирусной инфекции. Методы: использованы методы системности, анализа и сравнительно-правовой. Результаты: проанализированы нововведения в проведении закупок для государственных и муниципальных нужд в условиях пандемии;определены специфика и особенности развития системы государственных и муниципальных закупок в парадигме индустрии 4.0 в период пандемии;выявлены недостатки действующего гражданско-правового механизма защиты прав субъектов правоотношений в сфере закупок для государственных и муниципальных нужд, основанных на технологиях индустрии 4.0 в период пандемии;установлена возможность злоупотреблений из-за временного послабления законодательства о государственных закупках;определены возможности правовой квалификации коронавируса в качестве непреодолимой силы, обстоятельства, обусловливающего невозможность исполнения обязательств;доказано, что введение возможности закупать у единственного поставщика может отрицательно сказаться надеятельности предприятий малого и среднего звена. Выводы: нововведения в правовом регулировании закупок для государственных и муниципальных нужд в условиях четвертой промышленной революции на фоне пандемии содержат в себе ряд положительных моментов: запуск множества цифровых сервисов;упрощение порядка осуществления закупок при возникновении обстоятельств непреодолимой силы и чрезвычайных ситуаций;смягчение требований для субъектов малого и среднего предпринимательства;расширение возможностей изменения срока и цены контракта;изменения в порядке применения штрафных санкций и др. Однако не нужно забывать и о возможных негативных последствиях смягчения правил государственных закупок: вероятность снижения эффективности и результативности осуществления закупок;возникновение коррупции и ее проявлений;злоупотребления на каждом этапе осуществления государственной закупки;Ñ Ñ€ÑƒÐ´Ð½Ð¾ÑÑ‚Ð¸ в обосновании реального влияния пандемии на исполнение государственного заказа;возможность закупать у единственного поставщика может отрицательно сказаться на деятельности предприятий малого и среднего звена;риск нарушения антимонопольного законодательства вследствие постоянно меняющегося регулирования и другие последствия.