Organizational Adequacy Promotion Model for Digital Maturity of Organizations in Iran

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to improve the organizational adequacy model for the digital maturity of Iranian offices with a data-based approach. Methodology: This research was conducted with a qualitative-inductive approach and the Strauss-Corbin contextual theory method. The research tool (data collection) was a semi-structured interview, which means that by analyzing qualitative data, it identifies the unknown aspects of the research variables. Using the grounded theory method, the data obtained from interviews with 10 elites and qualified specialists of the Telecommunication Organization were analyzed in three stages of open, axial and selective coding. Results: 14 general categories were presented in the form of a paradigm model that these factors include causal conditions (law and regulations, organizational culture, organizational structure, need for organizational adequacy, customer relationship management) central phenomenon (promotion of organizational adequacy in the Iranian administrative system), underlying conditions (Organizational development method), intervening conditions (effectiveness of human resources, organizational principles, and criteria, organizational adequacy thinking) and strategies (growth and development of administrative culture, development of basic criteria of organizational adequacy, organizational excellence strategy) and consequences (achievement of organizational goals, achievement of master goals Reference). Conclusion: Human resources are most valuable factor of production and most important capital and main source of competitive advantage and the creation of basic capabilities and real estate wealth in the areas of talent recognition, monitoring of any organization is considered, so performance capital It is necessary to improve it. Telecommunication organization with knowledge developments can continuously improve organizational adequacy to achieve digital maturity

Retrofitting and Rehabilitation of Bridge Components subjected to Predominantly Flexural Load using Thin UHPC shell

The number of bridges exceeding their design life is increasing every year and Federal Highway Administration estimates that structurally deficient and functionally obsolete bridges comprise almost 24% of total bridge inventory in the U.S. Besides aging, the existing bridges can sustain damages due to various factors including exposure to severe environment, deleterious chemicals, and overloading. To avert any catastrophic loss of property and life, it is imperative that the existing bridge inventory is rehabilitated and repaired at a minimal cost and at an expedited schedule using advanced construction methodologies and materials. One such advancement consists of the use of Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) which exhibits mechanical and material characteristics that can enhance the structural performance and durability. In addition, UHPC has low permeability, high durability and reduces the time of retrofitting which makes this material a good option for retrofitting the bridge elements. Despite superior properties, the material undergoes undesired failure modes warranting further research in methods to improve the bond characteristics. The objective of the research was to investigate the behavior of UHPC to retrofit existing concrete structures. To this effect, an experimental and numerical study on surface preparation techniques and bond mechanism with normal strength concrete was performed. The study also included a novel technique of surface evaluation which was developed using digital image processing and machine learning algorithms. Also, the durability of UHPC based on various percentages, orientations, and types of fibers was investigated. The outcome of these studies was used to design retrofitting of beam and deck elements. Different surface preparation methods were used to retrofit thirteen beams and results showed that mechanical connectors and sand-blasted surfaces can provide sufficient interface shear for composite action and resulting in an improvement of flexural performance. A large-scaled T-beam deck was also designed as a proof-of-concept to evaluate the feasibility of field implementation and carry out durability studies. To complement the results of experimental investigation and understand the mechanism of retrofitting methodologies, a comprehensive finite element model for simulating the UHPC mechanical characteristic and interface bond was introduced. At the conclusion of the study, design, and construction recommendations are provided for field implementation

Organizational Adequacy Promotion Model for Digital Maturity of Organizations in Iran

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to improve the organizational adequacy model for the digital maturity of Iranian offices with a data-based approach.Methodology: This research was conducted with a qualitative-inductive approach and the Strauss-Corbin contextual theory method. The research tool (data collection) was a semi-structured interview, which means that by analyzing qualitative data, it identifies the unknown aspects of the research variables. Using the grounded theory method, the data obtained from interviews with 10 elites and qualified specialists of the Telecommunication Organization were analyzed in three stages of open, axial and selective coding.Results: 14 general categories were presented in the form of a paradigm model that these factors include causal conditions (law and regulations, organizational culture, organizational structure, need for organizational adequacy, customer relationship management) central phenomenon (promotion of organizational adequacy in the Iranian administrative system), underlying conditions (Organizational development method), intervening conditions (effectiveness of human resources, organizational principles, and criteria, organizational adequacy thinking) and strategies (growth and development of administrative culture, development of basic criteria of organizational adequacy, organizational excellence strategy) and consequences (achievement of organizational goals, achievement of master goals Reference).Conclusion: Human resources are most valuable factor of production and most important capital and main source of competitive advantage and the creation of basic capabilities and real estate wealth in the areas of talent recognition, monitoring of any organization is considered, so performance capital It is necessary to improve it. Telecommunication organization with knowledge developments can continuously improve organizational adequacy to achieve digital maturity