There are clear evidences that organizations are focusing on retaining motivated employees. Although motivation is a well-discussed topic in academic literature, motivation of…
Abstract
There are clear evidences that organizations are focusing on retaining motivated employees. Although motivation is a well-discussed topic in academic literature, motivation of employees in the Omani private banking sector is not fully discussed. The purpose of this exploratory study is to find some insights on the predictors of employees’ motivation in the Omani private banking sector. A cross-sectional method was used to collect data from 105 employees from the Omani private banking sector. Furthermore, to collect the primary data, a questionnaire with 23 items was designed and distributed for that purpose. In order to analyze the gathered data, correlational methods were used. This exploratory study shed some light on the importance of the relationship that the employees have with their colleagues on their motivation and on the employees’ salaries to their motivation. The study found these two variables as significant and positive predictors of employees’ motivation.
There are clear evidences that organizations are focusing on retaining motivated employees. Although motivation is a well-discussed topic in academic literature, motivation of…
Abstract
There are clear evidences that organizations are focusing on retaining motivated employees. Although motivation is a well-discussed topic in academic literature, motivation of employees in the Omani private banking sector is not fully discussed. The purpose of this exploratory study is to find some insights on the predictors of employees' motivation in the Omani private banking sector. A cross-sectional method was used to collect data from 105 employees from the Omani private banking sector. Furthermore, to collect the primary data, a questionnaire with 23 items was designed and distributed for that purpose. In order to analyze the gathered data, correlational methods were used. This exploratory study shed some light on the importance of the relationship that the employees have with their colleagues on their motivation and on the employees’ salaries to their motivation. The study found these two variables as significant and positive predictors of employees' motivation.
Ali Mohamed Al‐Damkhi, Sabah Ahmed Abdul‐Wahab, Bader Naser Al‐Khalaf and Abeer Sa'ad Al‐Nafisi
The purpose of this paper is to set guidelines for the development and review of environmental impact statements (EIS) for major development projects proposed in the third review…
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to set guidelines for the development and review of environmental impact statements (EIS) for major development projects proposed in the third review of the Kuwait Master Plan (KMP3). Best practices for environmental quality management to alleviate the impact of these projects on the environment are discussed.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper selects six major projects proposed for the period (2005‐2030) in KMP3. These projects include construction of new towns, power plants, highways, hospitals, waterfront projects and sanitary engineering projects. The current environmental impact assessment (EIA) system in Kuwait is reviewed and a comprehensive proposal to develop or review EISs for each of the six projects is recommended.
Findings
The projects selected are known to have adverse environmental impacts. The proposed EIS system will help developers prepare and submit a comprehensive EIS to obtain an environmental permit from the Environment Public Authority in Kuwait.
Practical implications
The proposed guidelines could be modified and applied to EISs for similar projects in other Gulf countries and other regions in the world that have similar climate conditions and geographies.
Originality/value
It is hoped that the proposed EIS guidelines will qualify as best practices for environmental quality management of comparable projects. The guidelines should reduce the time involved for preparing EISs and promote greater content accuracy in addition to promoting a “cleaner production” approach for these projects.
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Ahmed Maher Khafaga Shehata, Mohammed Nasser Al-Suqri, Jamal Alsalmi, Nour Eldin Osman, Said Alrashdi and Mustafa Ali Khalaf
The purpose of this study is to investigate individuals’ perceptions and behavior when dealing with misinformation on social media platforms. While misinformation is not a new…
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to investigate individuals’ perceptions and behavior when dealing with misinformation on social media platforms. While misinformation is not a new phenomenon, the COVID-19 outbreak has accelerated its spread through social media outlets, leading to widespread exposure to false or misleading information. This exposure can have serious consequences on individuals’ decision-making and behavior, especially when it comes to critical decisions related to education or healthcare. The use of social media as a source of information makes it essential to understand how people perceive and respond to misinformation to develop effective strategies for mitigating its harmful effects.
Design/methodology/approach
This large-scale study explores the Omani individuals’ perceptions and behaviour of misinformation on the social Web in a series of studies that seek to enhance the authorities’ response to misinformation. The study adopted a quantitative approach to collect data. Using WhatsApp as a social networking platform, a survey was disseminated to capture participants’ perceptions and behaviour among different segments of citizens in Oman.
Findings
The findings showed that Omani participants have high verification skills, implying high information literacy skills among them. Additionally, results indicated that misinformation had created doubt and anxiety among the participants. Moreover, it hindered many participants’ ability to take countermeasures and obtain reliable data.
Originality/value
This study was a large-scale study conducted in Oman, making it one of a few studies conducted in the region about perceptions and behaviour towards misinformation. The findings help to understand how different cultures interacted with COVID-19 misinformation. In addition, these findings offer useful insight that can help health information professionals to design preventive resources that help people to obtain accurate information during crises.