The Effect of Management Information System on Organizational Performance: Applied Study on Jordanian Telecommunication Companies

This study investigate the concept of management information system and organizational performance, and examine the relationship between management information system and organizational performance in Jordan. The population of the study includes all telecommunication companies located in Amman city, a sample of (100) employees based on (10) branches of telecommunication companies was selected  randomly for the purpose of this study. The study found that employees in Jordanian telecommunication companies have positive attitudes towards management information system (MIS). also result of the study reveals that employees in Jordanian telecommunication companies have positive attitudes towards databases because Managerial system in Jordanian telecommunication companies has databases. The study result reject Hypotheses that states: There is no statistical significant relationship between management information system and organizational performance in telecommunication companies in Jordan. The study recommended that development of Managerial information systems includes five basic phases: planning, analysis, design, implementation, and support Keywords: Management, Information System, Performanc

The Yarmouk tributary to the Jordan river II: Infrastructure impeding the transformation of equitable transboundary water arrangements

This article explores the ways in which key components of infrastructure built on the Yarmouk tributary to the Jordan River induce or impede the transformation of existing transboundary water arrangements. Focussing on the Jordanian-Israeli Adassiyeh Weir and on the Jordanian-Syrian Wehdeh Dam, the article interprets archival documents, official river-gauging data, and interviews through a frame that highlights depoliticisation by hydrocracies within the politics of international infrastructure. The weir is found to be operated in a manner that prioritises Jordan's commitment to Israel when flows are low, and to be designed to bound the volume that Jordan can make use of during low or very high flows. The dam appears oversized but regulates the flow to the downstream weir when its reservoir does not lie empty. The design and operation of the infrastructure is found to partially and selectively depoliticise contentious transboundary water issues in a manner that privileges the more powerful actors. Transformation of the arrangements is impeded as the distribution and use of the flows is not questioned by the water authorities or the international diplomatic community, and alternative arrangements are not considered

The Yarmouk tributary to the Jordan river I: Agreements impeding equitable transboundary water arrangements

This article explores the ways in which two international water agreements on the Yarmouk tributary to the Jordan River induce or impede transformation to equitable transboundary water arrangements. The agreements in question were reached between Jordan and Syria in 1987, and between Jordan and Israel in 1994. Following a brief review of theory and a summary of the body of knowledge on 'model' agreements, the article combines official river-gauging data with interviews and textual analysis to query the text and role of the agreements, particularly in relation to key dams and other infrastructure. Both agreements are found to i) lack important clauses that could govern groundwater abstraction, environmental concerns, water quality, and the ability to adapt to changing water quality, availability and need; and ii) include both ambiguous and rigid clauses that result in generally inequitable allocation of water and thus of the benefits derived from its use. Due to their omissions and to their reflection of the asymmetries in power between the states, both agreements are found to be 'blind' to existing use, to be incapable of dealing with urgent governance needs, and to impede more equitable arrangements

The Impact of Social Media Marketing on the Success of Small-Sized Enterprises in Jordan

The present study aimed to explore the impact of using social media as marketing tool on the success of small-sized enterprises in Jordan. The study’s population consists from all the owners of small restaurants located in Jordan, Amman. As for the sample, it consists of (100) owners who are selected from the population. The questionnaire sheds a light on (e-infrastructure, having a social media page, and human resources).It was found that the owners of small restaurants in Jordan have positive attitudes towards using social media as a marketing tool.  It was found that using social media as a marketing tool has a statistically significant impact on the success of small-sized enterprises in Jordan. It was found that having a social media page has a statistically significant impact on the success of small-sized enterprises. It was found that e-infrastructure and human resources don’t have any statistically significant impact on the success of small-sized enterprises. The researcher recommends developing the e-infrastructure in Jordan. Keywords: E-Marketing, Social Networks, Small-sized enterprises DOI: 10.7176/IKM/9-6-03 Publication date:June 30th 201

Impact of Climate and Land Use Changes on Water and Food Security in Jordan: Implications for Transcending “The Tragedy of the Commons”

This study investigates the impact of climate change and land use change on water resources and food security in Jordan. The country is dominated by arid climate with limited arable land and water resources, where the per capita share of water is less than 145 m3/year. The study focused on crop production and water resources under trends of anticipated climate change and population growth in the country. Remote sensing data were used to determine land use/cover changes and rates of urbanization, which took place at the cost of the cultivable land. Recession of irrigated areas led to lesser food production and food security. Outputs from crop production and water requirements models, in addition to regression analysis, were used to estimate the projected increase in agricultural water demand under the scenarios of increased air temperature and reduced rainfall by the years 2030 and 2050. Results indicated that problems of water scarcity and food insecurity would be exacerbated by climate change and increased population growth. To move from the tragedy of the commons towards transcendence, the study emphasized the need for adaptive measures to reduce the impacts of climate change on water resources and food security. The challenge, however, would remain the development and the efficient use of new water resources as a means for future sustainable development

Towards a Risk Management and Conservation Plan for the Djin Blocks at the World Heritage Site of Petra, Jordan: The Case of Djin Block No. 9

[EN] Cultural heritage is subjected to many pressures and risks. Over the past few years, the use of digital technologies has significantly changed the approaches to cultural heritage documentation for the purpose of condition assessment and conservation. The integration of novel approaches and techniques has permitted a detailed examination and assessment of damage, deterioration due to weathering and erosion, and their mechanisms. This study seeks to contribute to the preservation and conservation of the significant heritage of the so-called Djin Blocks at the World Heritage Site of Petra in Jordan. While these three dimensional cuboid rock-cut monuments have been subject to extensive conservation studies, this is the first time they have been subjected to 3D recording and multispectral photography, with the aim of recording damage caused by the ravages of time. This study presents the results of the documentation of the case study Djin Block No. 9. A variety of systematic documentation techniques were used, including 3D recording with terrestrial laser scanning (TLS), close-range photogrammetry, multispectral imaging, and thermography records. In addition, pathological studies of the erosion from various causes and an analysis of the effect of weathering on Djin Block No. 9 are performed. Based on this data, the paper presents recommendations for developing risk management and conservation planning of Djin Block No. 9.The authors would like to thank the support provided by the Agencia Española de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AECID) to the project A/025999/09; the Società Italiana per Condotte d’Acqua S.p.A.; and Prodomea, a European Community funded project under INCO-Med programme FP5, contract number (ICA 3-CT-2002-10021).Haddad, NA.; Akasheh, TS.; Lerma García, JL.; Khresat, BR. (2015). Towards a Risk Management and Conservation Plan for the Djin Blocks at the World Heritage Site of Petra, Jordan: The Case of Djin Block No. 9. Conservation and Management of Archaeological Sites. 17(2):175-191. doi:10.1080/13505033.2015.1124182S17519117

Modelling desertification risk in the north-west of Jordan using geospatial and remote sensing techniques

Remote sensing, climate, and ground data were used within a geographic information system (GIS) to map desertification risk in the north-west of Jordan. The approach was based on modelling wind and water erosion and incorporating the results with a map representing the severity of drought. Water erosion was modelled by the universal soil loss equation, while wind erosion was modelled by a dust emission model. The extent of drought was mapped using the evapotranspiration water stress index (EWSI) which incorporated actual and potential evapotranspiration. Output maps were assessed within GIS in terms of spatial patterns and the degree of correlation with soil surficial properties. Results showed that both topography and soil explained 75% of the variation in water erosion, while soil explained 25% of the variation in wind erosion, which was mainly controlled by natural factors of topography and wind. Analysis of the EWSI map showed that drought risk was dominating most of the rainfed areas. The combined effects of soil erosion and drought were reflected on the desertification risk map. The adoption of these geospatial and remote sensing techniques is, therefore, recommended to map desertification risk in Jordan and in similar arid environments

Geomatics, Natural Hazards and Risk Modelling desertification risk in the north-west of Jordan using geospatial and remote sensing techniques Modelling desertification risk in the north-west of Jordan using geospatial and remote sensing techniques

Remote sensing, climate, and ground data were used within a geographic information system (GIS) to map desertification risk in the north-west of Jordan. The approach was based on modelling wind and water erosion and incorporating the results with a map representing the severity of drought. Water erosion was modelled by the universal soil loss equation, while wind erosion was modelled by a dust emission model. The extent of drought was mapped using the evapotranspiration water stress index (EWSI) which incorporated actual and potential evapotranspiration. Output maps were assessed within GIS in terms of spatial patterns and the degree of correlation with soil surficial properties. Results showed that both topography and soil explained 75% of the variation in water erosion, while soil explained 25% of the variation in wind erosion, which was mainly controlled by natural factors of topography and wind. Analysis of the EWSI map showed that drought risk was dominating most of the rainfed areas. The combined effects of soil erosion and drought were reflected on the desertification risk map. The adoption of these geospatial and remote sensing techniques is, therefore, recommended to map desertification risk in Jordan and in similar arid environments