The goal of this literature review is to compare and contrast contemporary strategic management theories. Additionally, the secondary goal is to evaluate the implications for strategic information technology management. Management of people is the direct control of human motivation and behavior. Human motivation, like behavior is complex, and a science unto itself. Human motivation theory seeks to understand human motivations, and therefore understand human behavior to a level such that predictions can be made. The study of human motivation has a background or base in physiological, behavioral, cognitive, and social sciences. However, those existing disciplines are not sufficient alone or combine to study this complex topic. The behaviors linked to human motivation are linked to very evolutionarily basic aspects of our biology, despite the advanced cognitive abilities of man. The ability to predict human motivation and behavior is very important to companies and organizations as they are always seeking new strategies to motivate and respond to the needs of their employees.

The goal of this literature review is to Compare and contrast the types of quantitative research approaches used to conduct studies on the relationship between motivation and IT project success. Additionally, the secondary goal is to Examine and discuss the issues of sampling, validity, reliability, and bias within these contexts. Wester, Borders, Boul, and Horton (2013) define research as, "An activity conducted to increase knowledge by systematically collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to answer carefully formulated questions about publicly observable phenomena." (p. 280). Research is a critical part of the scientific method that allows our society and species to understand the world around us. Research can be divided into multiple categories. The two predominant research categories are qualitative and quantitative. Simply making the choice between quantitative and qualitative research is a challenge that deadlocks many research projects. Students struggle with this very dilemma, often changing the direction of their research multiple times before settling on a solid direction.

In recent years, with the development of laser measurement technology, utilization of point cloud data is progressing. However, since point cloud data does not contain attribute information, the usability of the data is low. It is possible to consider that by assigning attributes to the nonattribute point cloud data, this can lead to the usage of point cloud data in each phase of life cycle of construction: design, construction, and maintenance. Therefore, in this paper, the authors have proposed an attribute assignment method for point cloud data. In addition, the authors proposed the way to use attributed point cloud data, the usage as objects, data linkage, and visualization by using the attribute assignment method. Point cloud data of a dam was used as a case study for the proposed method and the usage.

This research aims to permit a simultaneous visualization of primary and secondary functions, sub-functions and subsystems in order to establish, according to its position in the plane, the influence on the overall function and how it can be inserted into the product design. The methodology described consists of an in depth-study of the functional deployment starting from a basic need. Since it is a conceptual study with a philosophical approach, three hypotheses underlie this methodology: the union of two techniques of functional deployment is not possible since there is no correlation; the union of two functional deployment techniques provides similar result if applied separately or the union of two functional deployment techniques provides better results since it allows a comprehensive view of the project. Until this point, this research suggests the union of the two functional deployment techniques provides better results since it allows a comprehensive view of the project.

The paper is aimed to the behaviour analysis of the Tunisian economy with inflation trageting regime represented by a New Keynesian dynamic stochastic general equilibrium model .This model is employed as a macroeconomic method of modelization to analyze this policy estimated with the Bayesian technique in a response to many exogenous shocks. The paper tests the model’s proprieties on recent Tunisian data. Moreover, it shows the monetary policy transmission mechanism The model seems to give a satisfactory approximation of the Tunisian economy behaviour. The ultimate goal of the model is to be used in simulation exercises, policy advice and forecasting at the Bank ofTunisia.

Background: This study presents qualitative investigations showed in Mdantsane a township in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The aim of the study is to examine the socio-demographic determinants of maternal health care utilization in this province. Conclusion: The study has indicated that most health professionals and patients (women) are not aware of the available maternal health services, and this lack of awareness leads to a minimal utilization of such services. Methods The qualitative investigation revealed some information with regard to the determinants of maternal health care utilization in the study area. Results: The investigation suggests that lack of awareness about the maternal health services offered within the public health system is an important determinant of the frequency in which maternal health services are used.

Background: According to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) agreement, each country which forms part of it has to provide a report periodically that will show the progress on their achievement towards the goals. This article aim is to evaluate South Africa’s prospects of achieving eight MDGs by 2015. Methods: this article is an analysis of the current situation of South Africa and the aim of this analysis is to look beyond the statistical values, to see if the achievements are on track or life-time achievements and also if what is yet to be achieved can really be achieved. Different data were used as secondary information. Results: There are eight MDGs to be achieved by 2015 such as eradicating extreme poverty; achieving universal primary education; promoting gender equality and the women empowerment; reducing infant and child mortality; improving maternal health; fight with HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and other diseases; ensuring environmental sustainability; and developing a global partnership for national development. A country development is dependent on many factors; therefore, different countries across the world have adopted the MDGs as means of alleviating many of the social ills hindering progress and development. This paper will focus on a glance with entire MDGs. Based on different sources South Africa is on track with the MDG, there is no doubt South Africa crucialto work hard with complete MDGs. Conclusion: It was argued that there has been progress made which has resulted in significant changes to people’s lives, but the question that has to be asked is for how long can these achievements last. Serious requirements for reducing the rate of maternal mortality and HIV /AIDS in South Africa are needed. South Africa may still be considered to be on track to achieve the MDGs target by within couple of years if the above mentioned issues are taken into consideration.

Acid phosphatases (AcPs) are known to provide phosphate to tissues that have high energy requirements, especially during development, growth and maturation. AcPs is a lysosomal enzyme as it is lytic and destructive in nature. In the present investigation the attempt was made to localize this enzyme in the intestine, liver and kidney during the developing stages of Labeo rohita. For the histochemical localization of this enzyme activity, sodium β-glycerophosphate was used as a substrate. The AcPs activities in the developing stages were increased gradually from 24hr hatching to 60mm stage. It was concluded that the presence of AcPsin the yolk sac might be due to its role in the yolk metabolism. Gradual increase in enzyme activity from 10mm onwards in the intestine could be due to maturation of digestive tract and in the liver due to increase in the metabolic load with increase in growth and age.

Azerbaijan has started to the unilateral and all-round negotiations with WTO namely from the time it has appealed for accession to this organization, i.e. 1997. The WTO membership of Azerbaijan is directly related to the improvement of legislation. Presently there are laws in the fields of regulation, intellectual property and investments that don’t meet any international standards and WTO very requirements. The WTO membership will enable the country to forecast the country’s trade policy, the level of transparency will be increased, the international trade partners’ number will be increased and the economic disputes will be settled more effectively. It is to be noted that the main moments discussed within the agricultural agreement make important the determination of subsides upper limit and tariffs. Another important point is related to the export subsidies. For this purpose, the economic importance and the types of export subsidies, as well as the issues of export subsidy in WTO agreements were analyzed in the article and have been put forward the recommendations about export subsidies for Azerbaijan.

Background: Risk stratification for aortic dissection (AD) or rupture based on ascending aortic diameter and connective tissue disorders are inadequate. We have evaluated the impact of aortic wall thickness (AWT) on aortic wall quality. Methods: Aortic wall cohesion of 496 patients divided into two groups according to AWT was analyzed using the Dissectometer, a device mimicking transverse shear stress. Correlation of cohesion testing (P7,P8,P9), histology as well as diameter of the ascending aorta with AWT were analyzed. Results: AWT > 2.28mm was associated with decreased aortic cohesion (P7:131.7±66.3 vs.153.7±89.5 p=0.02; P8:2.95±1.55 vs.3.78±1,90 p<0.01; P9:4.22±1.75 vs.4.94±2.12 p<0.01) and increased media degeneration (45.8%vs.15.8% p<0.01) compared to AWT ≤ 2.28mm. Diameter of ascending aorta did not correlate with AWT (p=0.20). Majority of patients with AD presented with normal aortic diameter (13/18, 72.2%) and had an AWT > 2.28mm (15/18, 83.3%).