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Psychosocial Risk in the Operative Personnel of Public Companies: Galapagos Case

2023 , Domenica M.-C.A. , Carlos S.-P.J. , Mónica E.-G.

Psychosocial Risks (PR) affect the overall health of workers in many companies, so it is important to measure it in order to prevent them. Therefore, the research aims to identify the level of PR according to its dimensions in the operating personnel of the public company of the Galapagos Islands, for which the PR measurement tool of the Ministry of Labor of Ecuador, which is composed of eight dimensions, was applied. The data were processed and analyzed descriptively and correlated using SPSS and Excel software, from which it was obtained that the dimensions work addiction, workload and pace, leadership, discriminatory harassment, perceived health, sexual harassment, work organization, and work and emotional stability have a low level and the dimensions such as support and support, development of competencies, margin of action and control, and double presence (work-family) presented medium risk, while work and sexual harassment, and working conditions had a high risk. It is concluded that it is necessary to improve the work environment, and special attention should be paid to the dimensions with significant problems and risks for the wellbeing and health of workers. © 2023 IEEE.

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Autonomous Learning Mediated by Digital Technology Processes in Higher Education: A Systematic Review

2020 , Fierro-Saltos W. , Sanz C. , Zangara A. , Guevara Maldonado, César Byron , Arias Flores, Hugo Patricio , Castillo Salazar, David Ricardo , Varela Aldas, José , Borja Galeas, Carlos , Rivera R. , Hidalgo-Guijarro J. , Yandún-Velasteguí M.

The concept of autonomous learning has been resignified in recent years as a result of the expansion of the different types of study. Online education in higher education institutions has become an effective option to increase and diversify opportunities for access and learning, however, high rates of dropout, reprisal and low averages still persist. academic performance. Recent research shows that the problem is accentuated because most students have difficulty self-regulating their own learning process autonomously. From this perspective, the purpose of the study was to examine and analyze, through a systematic review of the literature, on autonomous/self-regulated learning, theoretical models and determine which variables influence a learning process mediated by technology processes in the higher education. The findings indicate that: (1) autonomous learning is a synonym of self-regulation; (2) Pintrich’s self-regulatory model is the most used in digital contexts; and (3) the self-regulatory variables identified are wide and varied. © Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2020.

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Video Analytics in Business Marketing for Shopping Malls in Ecuador

2024 , Pazmiño Guevara, L , Álvarez-Tello J. , Galarraga Carvajal, Mercedes , Pazmiño-Guevara C. , Maldonado-Pazmiño A.

Introduction: Video analytics has become an important tool for improving business performance, personnel management, and security in different environments, including shopping centres. However, its use also poses a threat to users’ privacy. Aim: In this context the aim of the article is to determine the architecture of video analytics in shopping malls as a business marketing strategy and the vulnerability of users’ privacy. Method: A descriptive methodology with a qualitative approach was used to design a prototype focused on the optimisation of customer business processes and decision making in shopping centres in Ecuador, from problem identification and information requirements management to prototype design, implementation, and training of the model with accurate data. Results: The technological solution is based on the OMIA platform, which generates relevant Key Performance Index (KPI) based on the automatic processing of images from video surveillance systems. Conclusion: It is important that the implementation of the model is trained, supervised, optimised, and regulated to guarantee the privacy and security of information and users under the Organic Law on Data Protection in Ecuador. © 2024, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.

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Social Capital and Subjective Well-Being: The Case of Ecuador

2024 , Morales Molina, Tania , Ximena Morales-Urrutia , Tito Mayorga-Morales

Social capital and subjective well-being are interconnected. Social capital, which includes social relationships, trust, and civic participation, has a positive impact on people’s subjective well-being. Fostering and strengthening social capital in communities can be beneficial in improving the subjective well-being of individuals and promoting a healthier and more prosperous society. The objective of the study is to determine the relationship between social capital and subjective well-being by correlating the variables analyzed with the different indicators. The main results show that there is a significant relationship between social capital and subjective well-being.

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Decisive Factors of Business Dynamism in Latin America: An Approach from the New Institutional Economy Perspective

2021 , Morales-Urrutia X. , Salazar Mera, Juan Eduardo , Silva Ordóñez, Catalina

In recent years, the business sector has experienced significant dynamism worldwide, a fact that has sparked interest from different fields: academically, politically and socially, and a series of questions have been raised about the different factors that drive business growth. In this context, the New Institutional Economy has been taken as a reference in order to explain the behavior of this phenomenon based on the analysis of both formal and informal institutions of companies. The objective of this research is to analyze the factors that influence business dynamism. In order to fulfill the objective, the applied methodology was based on the application of statistical techniques of multivariate analysis, specifically, hierarchical cluster analysis. The main results show that the factors affect each of the contexts that are analyzed at different scale. © 2021, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.

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Social Capital and Subjective Well-Being: The Case of Ecuador

2024 , Morales Molina, Tania , Ximena Morales-Urrutia , Tito Mayorga-Morales

Social capital and subjective well-being are interconnected. Social capital, which includes social relationships, trust, and civic participation, has a positive impact on people’s subjective well-being. Fostering and strengthening social capital in communities can be beneficial in improving the subjective well-being of individuals and promoting a healthier and more prosperous society. The objective of the study is to determine the relationship between social capital and subjective well-being by correlating the variables analyzed with the different indicators. The main results show that there is a significant relationship between social capital and subjective well-being.

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Smart Signage with Augmented Reality: Inclusive Coworking

2024 , Arias Flores, Hugo Patricio , Borja Galeas, Carlos , Piedra Ansatuña, Mario

This project focuses on the implementation of augmented reality signage designed to enhance user experience in a coworking space. The signage integrates 2D animations and virtual tours to provide an intuitive and immersive experience, from entry to the desired destination within the establishment. At the main entrance, a totem with a coworking directory features a QR code that visitors can scan to access an interactive directory. The 2D animations, thoughtfully designed with an inclusive approach, utilize validated corporate colors to ensure accessibility, especially for individuals with color vision deficiencies. Each business in the coworking space is identified by a unique corporate color, and internal business floor plans use analogous colors, adjusted to maintain aesthetic coherence and accessibility. In addition to being an effective navigation tool, these animations reinforce the visual identity of the coworking space. Each business within the establishment has an interactive virtual tour that guides visitors from entry to their final destination, providing real-time visual information for effective orientation. The signage system is based on WordPress to offer a seamless and efficient experience without the need to download a specific application. Upon scanning the QR code, users are redirected to a mobile-optimized web page. This page not only provides access to the 2D animations and virtual tours but also offers useful information such as business hours, links to the businesses’ and coworking space's social media, and other relevant details for the visit. This augmented reality signage approach not only enhances the functionality of the space but also ensures that all visitors, regardless of their needs, enjoy an inclusive and efficient experience in the coworking space.

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Teleworking modality in times of the COVID-19 pandemic in Ecuador

2021 , Maité Priscila G.-R. , Catalina Alexandra S.-O. , Salazar Mera, Juan Eduardo , Fabián Ernesto G.-P.

The 21st century comes with a technological development that changes, renews and improves, according to the requirements of society and companies. This article aims to analyze the work modality, called teleworking in Ecuador, examine the legal regulations to apply it in the business sector, determine its evolution during the COVID-19 health pandemic decreed by Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director of the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020 and verify the effects of its application. The methodology used was bibliographic-documentary through the analysis of the legal regulations, texts, articles, data and statistics published by the Ecuadorian state and other materials related to the subject. The results were obtained that this type of work contributed to save approximately 63,200 jobs, partially sustaining companies, increased workplace harassment and abuse by employers, lack of physical infrastructure, failures in connection systems and /or transfer of data, among others. It was concluded that telework, implemented on a mandatory basis in 2020, is an effective work alternative in the business sector, has sufficient legal regulations in force in the country and protected the health of the Ecuadorian inhabitants. © 2021

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Digital Divide: A Bibliometric Approach to Existing Knowledge

2023 , Cruz Cárdenas, Jorge , Palacio Fierro, Andrés , Zabelina E. , Deyneka O. , Ramos Galarza, Carlos

The topic of digital divide - the gap between those who have and those who do not have access to digital technologies - is of growing interest for both public and private sectors. This interest is reflected in an increasing number of academic and scientific publications focused on the topic. This study presents an overview of the digital divide research using a bibliometric approach. Analyzing 9,523 documents from the Scopus database, this study found that 1) there has been an accelerated growth in the publication rate on digital divide since 2018; 2) digital divide is a multidisciplinary field, led by the United States and other developed countries and some emerging countries; 3) the dominant term used to refer to the field, as per our analysis of the relevant keywords, is "digital divide"; and 4) as per our analysis of the evolution of keywords' importance, while topics related to technologies were of interest several years ago, current interest revolves around the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the elderly, education, and healthcare access. © 2023 IEEE.

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Differential Performance of Satellite Navigation in Urban and Rural Andes of Ecuador

2024 , David Rivas-Lalaleo , Víctor Bautista-Naranjo , Vayas Ortega, Germania , Tatiana Freire-Guachamín , Jefferson Pilicita-Veloso , Carlos Bran

This study assesses the effectiveness of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) in Ecuador, a country situated on the equator, where unique challenges include elevated ionospheric activity and increased solar radiation. It focuses on the accuracy of major satellite navigation systems such as GPS, Glonass, and Galileo in various environments, from open fields to urban areas with dense building coverage. Using a satellite communication module and a data logger capturing information every second, the study provides a detailed comparison of these systems. The findings indicate that a combination of GPS and Glonass significantly enhances accuracy, reducing errors to less than 20 cm, which is crucial for high-precision applications in the equatorial region. This outcome is consistent with and expands the understanding of satellite navigation performance across different Andean landscapes, highlighting the need for tailored approaches in both urban and rural settings within the equatorial context. In summary, the research reaffirms the transformative role of geopositioning and GNSS in global navigation and emphasizes the potential for improving GNSS accuracy in the equatorial region. It contributes significantly to ongoing efforts to optimize geopositioning systems, ensuring their effectiveness in diverse geographical and environmental conditions, as exemplified in the Andean regions of Ecuador.

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