Journal articles: 'Holistic Case Management'

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Vazquez, Angela, and Gregorio Iglesias. "A HOLISTIC METHOD TO SELECT TIDAL STREAM ENERGY HOTSPOTS." Coastal Engineering Proceedings, no. 35 (June 23, 2017): 5. http://dx.doi.org/10.9753/icce.v35.management.5.

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Potential areas for tidal stream energy development are conventionally selected on the basis of resource assessments. For all the importance of the resource, there are other elements (technological, economic, spatial, etc.) that must be taken into account in this selection. The objective of the present work is to develop a new methodology to select tidal stream hotspots accounting for all these relevant elements, and to apply it to a case study, showing in the process how the potential for tidal energy development can be fundamentally altered by technological, economic and spatial constraints. The case study is conducted in the Bristol Channel and Severn Estuary (UK), one of the regions with the largest tidal resource in the world. First, the most energetic areas are identified by means of a hydrodynamics model, calibrated and validated with field data. Second, the method calculates the energy that can be harnessed in these areas by means of a geospatial Matlab-based program designed ad hoc, and on the basis of the power curve and dimensions of a specific tidal turbine. Third, the spatial distribution of the levelised cost of energy (LCOE) is calculated, and a number of locations are selected as potential tidal sites. The fourth element in the approach is the consideration of restrictions due to overlap with other marine uses, such as shipping. As a result, potential conflict-free areas for tidal stream energy exploitation at an economical cost are identified. Thus, the case study illustrates this holistic approach to selecting tidal stream sites and the importance of elements other than the resource, which â€“ for all its relevance â€“ is shown to not guarantee by itself the potential for tidal stream energy development.

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Cardozo, Margaret. "A case study of holistic wound management in intensive care." British Journal of Nursing 12, Sup2 (June 2003): S35—S42. http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2003.12.sup2.11324.

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Pittman, Deanna C. "Nursing Case Management: Holistic Care for the Deinstitutionalized Chronically Mentally III." Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services 27, no. 11 (November 1989): 23–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.3928/0279-3695-19891101-11.

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Poulymenopoulou, M., F. Malamateniou, and G. Vassilacopoulos. "Document Management Mechanism for Holistic Emergency Healthcare." International Journal of Healthcare Information Systems and Informatics 9, no. 2 (April 2014): 1–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijhisi.2014040101.

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A number of recent studies have showed that early and specialized pre-hospital patient management contributes significantly to emergency case survival. Along with the deployment and availability of appropriate emergency care resources, this also requires the availability of timely and relevant patient information to emergency medical service professionals. However, current healthcare information systems are characterized by heterogeneity and fragmentation, hindering emergency care professionals to have access to holistic or integrated patient information from the various organizations that participate in emergency care processes where and when needed. At the same time, many e-health programs have been undertaken worldwide in the area of emergency and unscheduled care with the objective to facilitate sharing of electronic patient information that may be considered important for the delivery of high quality emergency care and, hence, need to be readily available. In this vein, this paper takes a holistic view of the information needed in emergency healthcare and focuses on developing an appropriate tool for providing timely access to holistic care information by authorized users while retaining existing investments. Thus, a special purpose document management mechanism (DMM) is proposed that facilitates creating standardized XML documents from existing healthcare systems and that enables access to such documents at the point of care. For illustrative purposes, the mechanism has been incorporated into a prototype, cloud-based holistic EMS system.

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Dee, Jonathan F. "Case Study of a Patient with Acute on Chronic Pain Following Total Abdominal Hysterectomy." British Journal of Anaesthetic and Recovery Nursing 12, no. 3-4 (August 2011): 57–63. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1742645612000125.

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AbstractThe aim of this case study is to critically explore the holistic care of a patient who requires pain management in the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU). The development of chronic pain can have a significant psychological impact as well as a debilitating physical effect. The article examines pain assessment tools used in the PACU as well as barriers to their implementation. Finally, both pharmacological and non-pharmacological holistic care interventions are examined.

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Yip, Jeffrey Yuk Chiu. "Peritoneal Dialysis Failure and its Impact on Holistic Kidney Care: A Case Report." SAGE Open Nursing 7 (January 2021): 237796082110374. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/23779608211037496.

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Introduction Peritonitis remains the primary cause of treatment failure among patients with end-stage kidney disease on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. However, detailed case analyses illustrating the application of current research in clinical practice remain scant. This case report aimed to elucidate the roles of dialysis nurses in a hospital setting in the management of a 62-year-old male patient with a history of kidney failure secondary to amyloidosis. Case Presentation The patient was diagnosed with continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis. Management and Outcomes Dialysis nurses applied evidence-based practices in the management of the patient’s exit-site infection, imbalanced nutrition, and psychosocial concerns. The patient was discharged after 7 days, with a comprehensive treatment regimen, including an individualized peritoneal dialysis protocol adjusted to his daily schedules, education on self-care techniques, and continual nutritional management to prevent recurrence and improve his overall health. This case report shows that admissions for continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis require evidence-based nursing interventions specific to, and geared toward, each patient’s prioritized health problems. Discussion Peritonitis cases are preventable with appropriate nursing interventions that can lower the chance of treatment failure and long-term impact caused by an abrupt switch to hemodialysis. To successfully manage patients with continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis, dialysis nurses should appreciate the intricacies of the analyses underpinning their professional practices in promoting the patient’s self-care techniques.

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Stålberg, Lina, and Anders Fundin. "Exploring a holistic perspective on production system improvement." International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management 33, no. 2 (February 1, 2016): 267–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijqrm-11-2013-0187.

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine how holistic improvement work can be organized and what challenges can be observed in the process of adopting a holistic perspective on production system improvement. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative case study and a questionnaire have been carried out. Data for the case study has been collected through semi-structured interviews, archived documents and participatory observations. The questionnaire was done in order to increase the generalizability of the findings from the case study and further validate the conclusions. Findings – The improvement work at the case company is organized as a continuous improvement approach in a Lean Production system in the form of a company-specific production system (XPS), in which two other improvement approaches are incorporated. Some of the identified challenges are: the establishment of a holistic perspective on improvement opportunities; the development of a process to update the production strategy; the continuous update of the Operational Management System during the XPS implementation; aggregating measures for the improvement work and measuring the effect of improvement work. Research limitations/implications – As the current case study is limited to one case company, future research is interested in expanding to other production systems contexts for further validation. Originality/value – The present study offers an increased understanding of the integration difficulties of improvement work that many production companies face regarding operational effectiveness, and based on the findings, some implications for management are presented.

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Patni, Pallav, Deshraj Jain, and Gaurav Goel. "A holistic approach to management of fractured teeth fragments: a case report." Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontology 109, no. 5 (May 2010): e70-e74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.tripleo.2009.12.045.

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Sakurai, Mihoko, and Devinder Thapa. "Building Resilience Through Effective Disaster Management." International Journal of Information Systems for Crisis Response and Management 9, no. 1 (January 2017): 11–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijiscram.2017010102.

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Existing literature argues that taking a holistic approach to disaster management is important for organizations in building resilience. Theoretical underpinnings to achieve a holistic understanding, however, is lacking. This article applies the notion of an ecosystem as a holistic lens to understand complex disaster management. The paper reports two case studies from Japan and Nepal to illustrate how an ecosystem works during a disaster. The theoretical framework of information ecology is used in analyzing the cases. Based on the findings, the study shows three interconnected mechanisms that can build resilience of an ecosystem in a disaster management context, namely (1) coevolution, (2) collaboration, and (3) embeddedness of local knowledge. The authors argue that coevolution is a key to respond to constantly changing situations during a disaster. To accomplish ecosystem coevolution, creating a collaboration system with governments and local communities and embedding local knowledge into the system are essential. Furthermore, digital tools can play a critical role in the coevolution process.

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Sibanda, Nhlanhla, and Usha Ramanathan. "A holistic approach of quality: a case of UK chocolate manufacturing." International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management 37, no. 5 (July 23, 2019): 711–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijqrm-12-2018-0332.

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Purpose This research is elucidating quality control theories to reduce variation in chocolate manufacturing process in the UK food company that will help maintain the processes stable and predictable. The purpose of this paper is to reduce defects of the output; to identify the root causes of variation; to establish and implement solutions to this variation problem; and to establish a control system to monitor and report any variation in the process. Design/methodology/approach The authors use experimental case study of a chocolate company to achieve the objective. In this paper, the authors predominantly use established theory define–measure–analyse–improve–control, customised to the case of the chocolate factory to reduce variations in production processes. Findings The results confirm that customised-traditional theoretical quality models will support manufacturing companies to maintain customer satisfaction while enhancing quality and reliability. Practical implications Implementation of customised approach reduced the rate of defect from 8 to 3.7 per cent. The implications of reduced variation are improved product quality; reprocessing elimination; and a more stable process that support sustainability and reliability in producing chocolates to meet customer needs. Social implications The authors used an experimental-based case study approach to test with one company. Testing in multiple case companies may help to generalise results. Originality/value The research study experimentally tested quality approach with a real case company and hence the findings of this study can be applied to other cases working in similar settings.

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Chi-tat Leung, Antony, Chi Pun Liu, Lee Lee Tsui, Sau Yee Li, Gloria Wing-yan Tang, Daniel Cn Yau, Iris Chi, and Nelson Wing-sun Chow. "The Use of the Minimum Data Set: Home Care in a Case Management Project in Hong Kong." Care Management Journals 3, no. 1 (January 2001): 8–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/1521-0987.3.1.8.

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130 hospital-discharged elderly patients received our comprehensive assessment by using a Chinese Minimum Data Set-Home Care (MDS-HC). Our case manager developed and implemented care plans with reference to the computer-generated Clients Assessment Protocols. Results showed that the MDS-HC was sensitive to identify elderly persons’ holistic needs, and helpful in formulating all-inclusive care plans.

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McCullough, Lynn. "The Case Manager: An Essential Link in Quality Care." Creative Nursing 15, no. 3 (August 2009): 124–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/1078-4535.15.3.124.

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The role of case manager is often untapped or underutilized. Nursing case management is recognized by accrediting entities as a unique specialty practice and, when consistently applied, is the holistic implementation of the nursing process focused on an individual’s needs, coupled with a commitment to the role of advocate and educator. Case managers on multidisciplinary teams help ensure continuity of care and consistency of communication; they are invaluable advocates for patients navigating the complexities of the current health care system.

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SAMSON, DANNY, MARIANNE GLOET, and PRAKASH SINGH. "SYSTEMATIC INNOVATION CAPABILITY: EVIDENCE FROM CASE STUDIES AND A LARGE SURVEY." International Journal of Innovation Management 21, no. 07 (September 19, 2017): 1750058. http://dx.doi.org/10.1142/s136391961750058x.

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This study involved a series of case studies that were combined with an extensive literature review to frame and construct a large-scale survey, measuring systematic innovation capability, and innovation performance (IP). Previous literature is quite fragmented with little inherent cohesion. Relatively few truly holistic studies have been done, especially in a large-scale multi-industry context. The case studies and structural equation modelling (SEM) in the present study validated important predictor variables of IP, including leadership and innovation strategy, customer focus and innovation process management, culture and human resources management, knowledge and technology management. The SEM determined that systematic innovation capability is a valid concept and can be measured as such, relating strongly to IP and business performance. Based on deep case studies and our large sample, innovation capability was demonstrated to be a holistic concept comprising a number of core elements that act together to strongly determine performance outcomes.

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Roe, Michael, Jingjing Xu, Shaofeng Liu, and Xuemuge Wang. "A Holistic Sustainability Framework for Oil Terminals: The Case of China." International Journal of Shipping and Transport Logistics 12, no. 1 (2020): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.1504/ijstl.2020.10019947.

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Wang, Xuemuge, Shaofeng Liu, Jingjing Xu, and Michael Roe. "A holistic sustainability framework for oil terminals: the case of China." International Journal of Shipping and Transport Logistics 12, no. 6 (2020): 521. http://dx.doi.org/10.1504/ijstl.2020.111111.

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Villela, Rebeca González, Javier J. Sánchez Chávez, Luis A. Bravo Inclán, Marco Mijangos C, Jorge Izurieta, A, Cecilia Tomasini O, Pedro Rivera Ruíz, Gabriela Mantilla Morales, and Alfonso G. Banderas Tarabay. "Holistic Approach to Watershed Management and Freshwater Conservation and Rehabilitation: A Case Study." Modern Environmental Science and Engineering 03, no. 07 (July 3, 2017): 451–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.15341/mese(2333-2581)/07.03.2017/003.

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Singer, B. "Financing sustainable forest management in developing countries: the case for a holistic approach." International Forestry Review 18, no. 1 (March 1, 2016): 96–109. http://dx.doi.org/10.1505/146554816818206159.

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Buckley, Janet, and Michael P. Johnson. "Management of a Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Utilizing a Holistic Approach: A Case Report." Journal of Women's Health Physical Therapy 31, no. 1 (2007): 22–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/01274882-200731010-00012.

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Wigblad, Rune, John Lewer, and Magnus Hansson. "A holistic approach to the productivity paradox." Human Systems Management 26, no. 2 (July 13, 2007): 85–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/hsm-2007-26202.

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Both the public and private sectors have since the 1980s relentlessly cut the size of their workforces. The downsizing has regularly been reported to lead to closure of a whole or a part of a corporation or organization. Some studies which have analyzed the closures have reported that remarkable, counterintuitive improvements in labor productivity occurred during the time-period between the closure announcement and the final working day. Testing an elaborated cybernetic model on a Swedish case study, and on an exploratory basis, this paper proposes a holistic approach to generate a better understanding of this phenomenon. The main holistic pattern is a new order where management control is replaced by more “Self-management” on the plant level, and very strong psychological reactions based on feelings of unfairness.

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Sardi, Alberto, Patrizia Garengo, and Umit Bititci. "Measurement and management of competences by enterprise social networking." International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management 68, no. 1 (January 14, 2019): 109–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijppm-04-2018-0139.

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Purpose Literature describes the transformation process of employees’ individual competences into firm-specific competences as a great challenge in the performance management and management field. Recently, to favor the transformation of competences, some companies have adopted enterprise social networking (ESN). However, not enough studies support the understanding of its role in performance management and measurement and scant attention is given to the inclusion of competences in a holistic performance measurement and management system (PMMS). To help close this gap, the purpose of this paper is to develop knowledge on the role of ESN in measurement and management of competences to favor the development of a holistic PMMS. Design/methodology/approach The research adopts a multiple case study methodology using a qualitative meta-analysis. It investigates 32 multinational companies by case studies available in the scientific literature. Findings The results highlight the use of ESN as a relevant support for the development of a holistic PMMS based on a high maturity in performance measurement and a democratic and participative approach in performance management. ESN provides real-time data collection, analysis and reports that encourage a democratic and participative performance management. It facilitates relationships, knowledge sharing and favors a high maturity performance measurement. Originality/value The paper provides implications for theory, practice and society. First, the paper rationalizes the impact of ESN usage on performance measurement and management. Second, it offers new knowledge supporting practitioners in the development of holistic PMMS. Third, it highlights that ESN favors people in self-expression of own capacity, sharing artwork and knowledge on specific topics.

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Kamari, Aliakbar, Stina Rask Jensen, Rossella Corrao, and Poul Henning Kirkegaard. "A HOLISTIC MULTI-METHODOLOGY FOR SUSTAINABLE RENOVATION." International Journal of Strategic Property Management 23, no. 1 (November 30, 2018): 50–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.3846/ijspm.2019.6375.

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A review of the barriers for building renovation has revealed a lack of methodologies, which can promote sustainability objectives and assist various stakeholders during the design stage of building renovation/retrofitting projects. The purpose of this paper is to develop a Holistic Multi-methodology for Sustainable Renovation, which aims to deal with complexity of renovation projects. It provides a framework through which to involve the different stakeholders in the design process to improve group learning and group decision-making, and hence make the building renovation design process more robust and efficient. Therefore, the paper discusses the essence of multifaceted barriers in building renovation regarding cultural changes and technological/physical changes. The outcome is a proposal for a multi-methodology framework, which is developed by introducing, evaluating and mixing methods from Soft Systems Methodologies (SSM) with Multiple Criteria Decision Making (MCDM). The potential of applying the proposed methodology in renovation projects is demonstrated through a case study.

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Leo, Wei Wei Cheryl, Gaurangi Laud, and Cindy Yunhsin Chou. "Service system well-being: conceptualising a holistic concept." Journal of Service Management 30, no. 6 (December 2, 2019): 766–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/josm-01-2019-0036.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a concept of service system well-being by presenting its collective conceptualisation and ten key domains. Design/methodology/approach Service system well-being domains were established using multi-level theory and a qualitative case study research design. To validate the domains initially developed from the literature, 19 in-depth interviews were conducted across two case studies that represented the service systems of a hospital and a multi-store retail franchise chain. A multi-stakeholder approach was used to explore the actor’s perspectives about service system well-being. Key domains of service system well-being were identified using deductive categorisation analysis. Findings The findings found evidence of ten key domains of well-being, namely strategic, governance, leadership, resource, community, social, collaborative, cultural, existential and transformational, among service system stakeholders. Research limitations/implications Service system well-being is a collective concept comprising ten domains that emerged at different levels of the service system. The propositions outlined the classification of and interlinkages between the domains. This exploratory study was conducted in a limited service context and focussed on ten key domains. Practical implications Service managers in commercial and social organisations are able to apply the notion of service system well-being to identify gaps and nurture well-being deficiencies within different domains of service-system well-being. Originality/value Based on multi-level theory, the study is the first to conceptualise and explore the concept of service system well-being across multiple actors.

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Alharbi, Nouf Sahal, Jawaher Haji Alhaji, and Malak Yahia Qattan. "Toward Sustainable Environmental Management of Healthcare Waste: A Holistic Perspective." Sustainability 13, no. 9 (May 9, 2021): 5280. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su13095280.

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The management of healthcare waste requires a sustained and holistic approach involving a range of parties. This is challenging for governments, especially in developing countries, where waste management systems have limited capacities for addressing the issue. Using Saudi Arabia as a case study, this paper followed a multi-method approach, including policy analysis, observation, semi-structured interviews, and a focus group, to explore the country’s healthcare waste management system. The study estimated that Saudi government hospitals across the country, every year, throw away in landfills paper (27,000 tons), plastic (15,000 tons), food (10,000 tons), glass (8000 tons), and metal (7000 tons). Regrettably, all these tons of materials end up in landfills without any form of recycling. A number of challenges were identified, reflecting mainly the lack of a legal framework, waste training, coordination among stakeholders, and social responsibility. This study generated new knowledge about waste management systems by exploring how their performance is shaped by the processes occurring at the policy, organization, and individual levels.

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Kandasamy, Kiruthiga, and Thirumaran Kesavaperumal. "Holistic urban heritage management of an historic temple town." Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development 10, no. 2 (October 2, 2019): 105–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/jchmsd-07-2018-0052.

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Purpose Urban heritage management is motivated by the alarming rise in destruction of historic buildings; the implementation of pointless urbanization plans and uncontrolled commercial development threatening to overwhelm our historic built heritage. Hence, there is an immediate need for urban heritage planning in historic towns, especially in India where urban growth is rampant. The purpose of this paper is to examine how development in the historic temple town of Kumbakonam can be managed by using a holistic approach that preserves the town’s historic flavor, sacred traditions and built heritage. Design/methodology/approach The historic center of Kumbakonam has been surveyed and is the focus of this study. Utilizing a case study methodology, the authors made multiple field visits to document the special heritage character of the town, conducted interviews with people living in the study area and evaluated the existing policies and guidelines for development of Tamil Nadu in view of the holistic approach. Findings The study reinforced the belief that the historic temple town of Kumbakonam has significant urban heritage worthy of preservation. However, due to chaotic and ill-planned urban development, changing land use, intrusion of contemporary architectural styles, commercialization and the lack of strong policy guidelines for holistic management, the special heritage character of the town is threatened with continued destruction. Practical implications This research on Kumbakonam can help urban planners to develop viable heritage management programs for other historic temple towns of Tamil Nadu. The authors describe and evaluate some guidelines for retaining the social and cultural flavor as well as the built heritage of towns like Kumbakonam by taking a holistic approach. Originality/value Up to now, there has been no attempt to come up with comprehensive management guidelines for integrating the unique urban heritage characteristics of the historic temple towns of Tamil Nadu in plans for urbanization.

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Sorrell, Tanya R., and Rosario Medina. "177 Treating Chronic Pain and Preventing Opioid Use Disorders in the Underserved: An Integrated Primary Care Model." CNS Spectrums 25, no. 2 (April 2020): 312. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1092852920000929.

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Abstract:This poster builds on the CDC pain management guidelines and the current ASAM recommendations for substance use assessment to build an integrated primary care model for holistic chronic pain management in an urban, underserved primary care clinic. Using a case from our Federally Qualified Health Care Center, which operates in a southwest Denver clinic, a program of integrated care assessment, diagnosis, and holistic treatment planning is outlined for this client with chronic pain, physical, and behavioral health issues. Using a comprehensive care approach for complex clients, which are typical presentations for urban, underserved clients, we discuss the utilization of best practices in medication management for chronic pain (Alternatives to Opioids (ALTOS), prescribed and complementary and alternative practices (e.g., PT, acupuncture, etc), and behavioral health services (psychiatric assessment and treatment, psychotherapy, support groups, etc) to improve outcomes for our clients.

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Eaidgah, Youness, Amir Abdekhodaee, Manoochehr Najmi, and Alireza Arab Maki. "Holistic performance management of virtual teams in third-party logistics environments." Team Performance Management: An International Journal 24, no. 3/4 (June 11, 2018): 186–202. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/tpm-05-2017-0020.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the use of an integrated approach for performance improvement of virtual teams (VTs) in third-party logistics (3PL) through the integration of performance management (PM), visual management (VM) and continuous improvement (CI) initiatives into one coherent system. The paper will also propose a methodological framework to establish such a system. The intended integrated system is called as integrated visual management (IVM) throughout this paper. Design/methodology/approach This research is based on a case study that took place in a 3PL context with 19 VTs of different sizes spread across Australia. Many major 3PL companies provide their services either internationally or nationwide and therefore use VTs on a regular basis. The selected company does the same. This case was picked as representative of the many complexities which VTs face in 3PL settings, e.g. geographical and temporal separations; different skill levels within the team and between different team bases; multi-teaming system; high staff turnover; recurring performance problems and firefighting approach to problem-solving; and highly demanding performance requirements from clients. Further, this case study, being of a newly established contract and team, enabled the observation of the team dynamic and complexities from the earliest stages. In addition, as the main author of the paper was part of the managerial layer of the studied VT, this provided it a unique opportunity to escape the usual bureaucracy and rather focus on the research. This study also includes a literature review on VTs along with PM, VM and CI, which comprises IVM. Findings It was found that an integrated approach to PM, VM and CI was effective in systematically improving the VT performance. The framework for implementing IVM was productive and enabled to successfully plan and deploy the improvement intentions. Even though the team was highly virtual and encompassed a range of situational challenges, including different skill levels, a multi-teaming system and a high staff turnover, nevertheless, through IVM, the results met and exceeded performance targets on a sustainable base. Inventory record accuracy, dispatch on time, delivery in full on time and dock to stock were improved by 45, 62, 22 and 25 per cent on average, respectively. Originality/value The originality of the paper comes from its methodological approach to performance improvement for VTs in 3PL contexts through integrating PM, VM and CI systems into one coherent system, IVM.

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D. Bushuyev, Sergey, and Reinhard Friedrich Wagner. "IPMA Delta and IPMA Organisational Competence Baseline (OCB)." International Journal of Managing Projects in Business 7, no. 2 (April 1, 2014): 302–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijmpb-10-2013-0049.

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the concepts of two new approaches offered by IPMA through its internationally widespread member associations: IPMA Delta® for assessing and developing project management maturity and the IPMA Organisational Competence Baseline (OCB), acting as reference model for IPMA Delta. In addition to this description, a case study reveals insights in the usage of IPMA Delta and the benefits realized through such a holistic assessment of project management maturity. Design/methodology/approach – The paper takes the form of a conceptual paper and a case study. Findings – IPMA Delta is a holistic assessment of the organisational competence in managing projects. Three modules are used to assess the competence of selected individuals, the application of project management in selected projects and the organisation's approach of managing projects. Through the assessment, an organisation gets insights in regard to the current maturity and the Delta to a desired target state. Recommendations drive the continuous development of organisational competences in managing projects, which is shown in the case of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. This case study also reveals insights in the benefits realized through such a holistic maturity assessment. Originality/value – This conceptual paper builds on organisational competence in managing projects, a new concept in the world of maturity models offering a holistic view beyond processes.

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So, Wing Lung Alvin. "Chronic Disease Management in Children Based on the Five Domains of Health." Case Reports in Pediatrics 2013 (2013): 1–5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/978198.

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Through a case study of a child with cystic fibrosis, the interactions among various domains of health have been discussed—namely, biomedical, physical, psychological/behavioural, and social. In pediatrics, development is another key domain relevant to the management of a chronic disease. An individualised management plan for this case has been outlined, and consideration of this framework may be worthwhile when managing other paediatric patients with chronic disease. Patient empowerment and parental education, as well as good co-ordination of health service delivery, are imperative to holistic patient care.

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Cameron, D., and S. A. Chamala. "Measuring impacts of an holistic farm business management training program." Australian Journal of Experimental Agriculture 44, no. 6 (2004): 531. http://dx.doi.org/10.1071/ea02058.

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A case study approach within an action research framework incorporating qualitative and quantitative domains was adopted to explore the impact on Queensland farmers of a farm business management extension programme. Three new indices were developed to quantify changes perceived by participants. The first measure, the Bennett Change Index, provided statistically significant evidence that attitudinal and behavioural changes were more frequent in participants with less formal education, but also more frequent in participants who had high urbanisation and self-directed learning index scores. The other 2 new indices, Management Constructs Change and Management Objectives Change, provided evidence of statistically significant changes in participant beliefs about, and attitudes towards, farm business management. Although highly correlated with each other, these changes were unrelated statistically to any of 6 other commonly used biographical or psychometric indices employed; including level of formal education. It is concluded that these new measures, with context-relevant modifications, have potential as aids to programme impact evaluation in a range of agricultural and wider applications. They may provide insights into personal psychological issues that complement direct behavioural measures of change.

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Minnerup, Katharina, Thomas Herrmann, Matthias Steinstraeter, and Markus Lienkamp. "Case Study of Holistic Energy Management Using Genetic Algorithms in a Sliding Window Approach." World Electric Vehicle Journal 10, no. 2 (June 18, 2019): 46. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/wevj10020046.

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Energy management systems are used to find a compromise between conflicting goals that can be identified for battery electric vehicles. Typically, these are the powertrain efficiency, the comfort of the driver, the driving dynamics, and the component aging. This paper introduces an optimization-based holistic energy management system for a battery electric vehicle. The energy management system can adapt the vehicle velocity and the power used for cabin heating, in order to minimize the overall energy consumption, while keeping the total driving time and the cabin temperature within predefined limits. A genetic algorithm is implemented in this paper. The approach is applied to different driving cycles, which are optimized by dividing them into distinctive time frames. This approach is referred to as the sliding window approach. The optimization is conducted with two separate driving cycles, the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) and a recorded real-world drive. These are analyzed with regard to the aspects relevant to the energy management system, and the optimization results for the two cycles are compared. The results presented in this paper demonstrate the feasibility of the sliding window approach. Moreover, they reveal the differences in fundamental parameters between the NEDC and the recorded drive and how they affect the optimization results. The optimization leads to an overall reduction in energy consumption of 3 . 37 % for the NEDC and 3 . 27 % for the recorded drive, without extending the travel time.

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Claiborne, M. Cathy, and Kirkland A. Wilcox. "Home Heaters: A Holistic View of the Financial Statements." Issues in Accounting Education 26, no. 4 (November 1, 2011): 797–806. http://dx.doi.org/10.2308/iace-50053.

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ABSTRACT In this case, two start-up companies in the same industry have identical economic transactions. Although both companies follow generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), each manager makes different choices and estimates when applying GAAP. By preparing the financial statements, calculating ratios, and comparing and contrasting the two companies, students see how choices and estimates made by management affect the financial statements. They also see the challenge faced by users of financial information when trying to interpret the financial statements and compare companies. Students really experience an “aha!” moment while analyzing this case. The case refutes their commonly held assumptions that accounting always has a right answer and that financial statements represent the truth.

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De Micco, Patrice, Loredana Rinaldi, Gianluca Vitale, Sebastiano Cupertino, and Maria Pia Maraghini. "The challenges of sustainability reporting and their management: the case of Estra." Meditari Accountancy Research 29, no. 3 (December 30, 2020): 430–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/medar-09-2019-0555.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the challenges that companies could face over time when dealing with sustainability reporting (SR) and focusses on potential mechanisms they may adopt to cope with them. Design/methodology/approach The investigation is conducted adopting the theoretical framework proposed by Baret and Helfrich (2018) and using a longitudinal case study. Findings The authors found that the challenges that gradually arose induced the evolution of SR. Dissemination, employees’ involvement, managerial commitment and routinization/institutionalization of reporting practices appeared to be useful mechanisms to face the related challenges. Conversely, the authors found that stakeholders’ engagement scarcely affected SR. Furthermore, the legislation impacted the extent and quality of disclosed contents and fostered the standardization of the reporting process. Practical implications In analysing how Estra faced SR challenges, this paper emphasizes the mechanisms that can be used to properly manage them, in a gradual and holistic way. Hence, this study offers a useful example for companies approaching SR for the first time. Originality/value The authors adopt a holistic theoretical perspective providing evidence on how SR development within a company depends on the continuous and integrated management of its multiple challenges, also suggesting that its interdependencies with the definition and execution of sustainability should be exploited.

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Jayan, Bejay, Haijiang Li, Yacine Rezgui, Jean-Laurent Hippolyte, and Shaun Howell. "An Analytical Optimization Model for Holistic Multiobjective District Energy Management - A Case Study Approach." International Journal of Modeling and Optimization 6, no. 3 (June 2016): 156–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.7763/ijmo.2016.v6.521.

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Ari, I. R. D., W. Rukmi, and N. Elya. "Holistic Water Management at the Community Level, Case Study Jabung District, Malang Regency, Indonesia." IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 448 (April 4, 2020): 012062. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/448/1/012062.

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Wang, Junwei, Runliang Dou, R. R. Muddada, and Wenjun Zhang. "Management of a holistic supply chain network for proactive resilience: Theory and case study." Computers & Industrial Engineering 125 (November 2018): 668–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cie.2017.12.021.

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Kogetsidis, Harry. "Change Management." International Journal of Information Technologies and Systems Approach 6, no. 2 (July 2013): 1–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/jitsa.2013070101.

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The rate with which change occurs has increased dramatically over the years. At the same time, the change management literature is full of claims about the high failure rate of change implementation programmes in organisations. In this position paper a case is made that change initiatives frequently fail because they are not holistic in nature. The paper argues that change can be managed more effectively if the various interconnected and interacting elements of the system are identified, the divergent interests of the various stakeholders are recognised, and the entire change process is managed systemically. As the failures of change efforts are commonly related to human issues, as opposed to technical factors, involving all stakeholders in the change process is expected to reduce resistance and to create a higher level of psychological commitment among employees towards the proposed change. The paper then looks into the implications that this holistic way of thinking has for information systems development and argues that information systems should not be implemented as a means to solving a problem but instead be treated as a significant tool to help address a complex mix of organisational issues. Information system strategy must be in line with the organizations’ corporate strategic plan and information systems must be related to a continually changing organisational context and a turbulent business environment.

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Danes, Sharon M., Jennifer Garbow, and Becky Hagen Jokela. "Financial Management and Culture: The American Indian Case." Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning 27, no. 1 (2016): 61–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/1052-3073.27.1.61.

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Study investigates distal and proximal contextual influences of the American Indian culture that affect financial decisions and behaviors. Primary household financial managers were interviewed. Study was grounded in Deacon and Firebaugh’s Family Resource Management theory. Findings indicated that American Indians view many concepts differently than conventional disciplinary meanings. Most critical is that money is not the only currency used within the culture but relationships and nature are also used as other currencies. Further findings of note are (a) the cultural belief that resources must be shared with all family members is seen as an obligation and often creates major resource demands, (b) spirituality and nature are of major importance in resource decisions, and (c) the holistic, integrated view of health and well-being is essential to consider when working with American Indians on resource management. Three resource management patterns were discovered: mainstream, traditional, and hybrid. Expense and income worksheets were developed reflecting cultural nuances.

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Werdhani, Retno A. "Leadership in doctor-patient relationship: Implementation on patient’s case management in primary care." Medical Journal of Indonesia 26, no. 2 (August 18, 2017): 158–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.13181/mji.v26i2.1877.

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As a care coordinator, primary care physicians (PCP) need planning, organizing, implementation, and evaluation. A model of leadership in medicine needs to be implemented in primary care. Transformational leadership is defined as a leadership style that is suitable for health services. It is similar to a patient-centered approach. Case management should be well prepared and explained in accordance with patient needs, can be agreed upon, as well as implemented with appropriate respective roles. A leader needs to do various aspects related to the managerial process for carrying out the required activities. The same process can also be done by PCPs to achieve patient’s target management. Such activities include planning up to building networks. PCPs are expected to have leadership competencies and transformational leadership to support their performance as care coordinators. This can be obtained through a holistic, comprehensive, integrated, and continuous approach, as well as building relationships with other stakeholders.

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Bulatovic, Iva. "Testing a holistic model of tourist destination loyalty." Tourism 68, no. 3 (2020): 354–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.37741/t.68.3.8.

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The purpose of the present study is to test a holistic destination loyalty model using the case of Budva in Montenegro. The model combines the following six variables: tourist satisfaction, loyalty and preferences, destination performance, perceived value and destination image. The structural equation modelling (SEM) approach is adopted. Model tests confirm good fit of the data to the proposed model and it is recommended to further validate the model using other destination settings

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Arnaert, Antonia, and Lucas Delesie. "Information visualisation: a holistic tool to discover knowledge. Case study – what video-telephone care? What elderly?" Knowledge Management Research & Practice 3, no. 1 (March 2005): 3–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1057/palgrave.kmrp.8500045.

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Winingsih, Lucia H., Iskandar Agung, and Agus Amin Sulistiono. "Talent Management Based-Education: Indonesian Case." Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences 11, no. 3 (May 10, 2020): 79. http://dx.doi.org/10.36941/mjss-2020-0032.

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This study aims to determine the effect variables on the implementation of talent management of based education (TMBE). The paper is part of the results study in 3 (three) cities in DKI Jakarta, Banten, West Java Province, Republic of Indonesia with a sample of three senior high schools each taken by purposive technique, especially good criteria and have teacher guidance and counseling status. From each school 20 high school teachers were randomly drawn to answer the questionnaire distributed to them. The questionnaire was previously validated and reliable using the product moment test criteria from Pearson and Cronbach Alpha with the help of the SPSS program version 24.0. Data is processed and analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) approach using the Lisrel 8.70 program. The study resulted that the provincial government policy variables (PDS), school conditions (SC), teaching activities (LT), teacher guidance and counseling (GC) functions, and parent participation (PP) had a direct positive effect on the TMBE, Cultural Values (CV), and National Education (NE) variables. The indirect effect of PDS, SC, LT, GC, PP on TMBE is greater through CV and NE, then TMBE has a positive effect on Student Outcome (SO). It is recommended that TMBE implementation requires a holistic approach taking into account the variables and all the indicators studied. Ignoring one or more variables and trend indicators will influence the success or failure of talent-based education management and in turn will have an impact on student achievement (SO).

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Rolli, Fernando, Alessandro Giorgetti, and Paolo Citti. "Integration of Holistic Non-conformities Management and Axiomatic Design: A Case Study in Italian Income Tax Returns Management." Procedia CIRP 34 (2015): 256–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.procir.2015.07.076.

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Stinner, Deborah H., Benjamin R. Stinner, and Edward Martsolf. "Biodiversity as an organizing principle in agroecosystem management: Case studies of holistic resource management practitioners in the USA." Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment 62, no. 2-3 (April 1997): 199–213. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0167-8809(96)01135-8.

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Richards, Gaynor. "Suspected infection following pacemaker implantation: a case study." British Journal of Cardiac Nursing 16, no. 1 (January 2, 2021): 1–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/bjca.2020.0097.

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Infection is a serious complication of pacemaker systems. This case study discusses the management of a patient who presented with a suspected pacemaker-related infection. The use of a consultation model ensured a holistic approach to patient assessment and underpinned the prescribing decisions. Focus is given to the pharmacological management of device-associated infection and the drug therapy flucloxacillin. Relevant evidence and guidelines are referred to as support for treatment decisions and a collaborative patient approach is demonstrated to help achieve the best health outcome.

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Gore, Meredith, and Patricia Doerr. "Salmon Recovery and Fisheries Management: The Case for Dam Breaching on the Snake River." Policy Perspectives 7, no. 2 (May 1, 2000): 37. http://dx.doi.org/10.4079/pp.v7i2.4218.

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For centuries, Pacific salmonids have been migrating up and down the Columbia and Snake Rivers. Unfortunately and for various reasons, most notably the erection of numerous dams along these rivers, the size of several populations of Pacific salmonids has dramatically decreased in the past several decades. Currently all five species of Snake River salmon are listed under the Endangered Species Act, and no holistic extinction prevention or recovery plan exists. This paper examines four policy alternatives to determine which would constitute the most comprehensive, holistic, and timely recovery plan for these endangered Snake River salmon. This recovery plan should not only prevent extinction of the listed salmon populations, but should eventually result in the delisting of these species. After a review of the four alternatives and an examination of the political climate surrounding this contentious issue, it is concluded that the four dams on the Lower Snake River must be breached. Further, certain elements from the aggressive nonbreach alternative should be implemented in conjunction with dam removal to ensure that each of the 4-H's (habitat, hatchery, harvest and hydropower) are addressed such that salmon are given a better chance at recovery.

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Dixit, Manish K., Charles H. Culp, Jose L. Fernandez-Solis, and Sarel Lavy. "Reducing carbon footprint of facilities using a facility management approach." Facilities 34, no. 3/4 (March 7, 2016): 247–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/f-11-2014-0091.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to emphasize the importance of a life cycle approach in facilities management practices to reduce the carbon footprint of built facilities. A model to holistic life cycle energy and carbon reduction is also proposed. Design/methodology/approach A literature-based discovery approach was applied to collect, analyze and synthesize the results of published case studies from around the globe. The energy use results of 95 published case studies were analyzed to derive conclusions. Findings A comparison of energy-efficient and conventional facilities revealed that decreasing operating energy may increase the embodied energy components. Additionally, the analysis of 95 commercial buildings indicated that nearly 10 per cent of the total US carbon emissions was influenced by facilities management practices. Research limitations/implications The results were derived from case studies that belonged to various locations across the globe and included facilities constructed with a variety of materials. Practical implications The proposed approach to holistic carbon footprint reduction can guide facility management research and practice to make meaningful contributions to the efforts for creating a sustainable built environment. Originality/value This paper quantifies the extent to which a facilities management professional can contribute to the global efforts of reducing carbon emission.

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Wolf, L., J. Klinger, I. Held, and H. Hötzl. "Integrating groundwater into urban water management." Water Science and Technology 54, no. 6-7 (September 1, 2006): 395–403. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/wst.2006.614.

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The management of urban groundwater resources is directly linked to urban water supply and drainage concepts. A proper integration of groundwater into urban water management plans is recommended for long-term planning. The paper describes the development of a new modelling suite which addresses the urban water and solute balance in a holistic way. Special focus has been placed on the assessment of the impact of sewer leakage on groundwater in four case study cities. Tools for the prediction of sewer leakage including the assessment of uncertainties are now available. Field investigations in four European case study cities were able to trace the influence of sewer leakage on urban groundwater using microbiological indicators and pharmaceutical residues.

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Bourgault, Jacques. "Corporate management at top level of governments: the Canadian case." International Review of Administrative Sciences 73, no. 2 (June 2007): 257–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0020852307077974.

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To coordinate action, reduce bureaucratic in-fighting and favour the efficient implementation of the governmental agenda, governments are tending to use more collaborative and holistic tools. In Canada, within the federal and provincial governments, relatively integrated corporate management tools have been established for senior civil servants and their work. On the basis of interviews and discussions, this article presents the three types of tools used (a senior personnel secretariat reporting to the head of government, an integrated organizational system and the development of a community culture), which provide: a framework for the development, orientation, integration and support for the most senior managers; strategic, coordination and learning meetings for the entire group; and individualized HRM tools. Despite obstacles to it, and its risks, all of those surveyed conclude that this model is considered, in the Canadian context, both effective and satisfactory.

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Stankovic, John A., and Tian He. "Energy management in sensor networks." Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society A: Mathematical, Physical and Engineering Sciences 370, no. 1958 (January 13, 2012): 52–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsta.2011.0195.

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This paper presents a holistic view of energy management in sensor networks. We first discuss hardware designs that support the life cycle of energy, namely: (i) energy harvesting, (ii) energy storage and (iii) energy consumption and control. Then, we discuss individual software designs that manage energy consumption in sensor networks. These energy-aware designs include media access control, routing, localization and time-synchronization. At the end of this paper, we present a case study of the VigilNet system to explain how to integrate various types of energy management techniques to achieve collaborative energy savings in a large-scale deployed military surveillance system.

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AbdAlla, Reem S., and Fouad Khalaf. "Introducing systemic risk management to engineering consultation industry: A case study." MATEC Web of Conferences 281 (2019): 04002. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/201928104002.

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Engineering consultation industry plays a central role in developing countries. This industry approaches risk management by using a set of practices related to risk which the industrial project are exposed. However, this limited angle does not satisfy the complexity and nature of real life risks. This paper introduces a systemic approach, supposedly to improve handling project risks through better identifying and managing project risks in the engineering consultancy in Egypt. The proposed model supports the holistic concepts of system definition and hazard identification. The model has been applied in one of Egyptian expert houses as a pilot project. Outcomes of this research will allow the engineering consultants to develop/improve performance if the proposed concepts of systemic risk management are applied.

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