Enhancement of Image Resolution by Binarization

Image segmentation is one of the principal approaches of image processing. The choice of the most appropriate Binarization algorithm for each case proved to be a very interesting procedure itself. In this paper, we have done the comparison study between the various algorithms based on Binarization algorithms and propose a methodologies for the validation of Binarization algorithms. In this work we have developed two novel algorithms to determine threshold values for the pixels value of the gray scale image. The performance estimation of the algorithm utilizes test images with, the evaluation metrics for Binarization of textual and synthetic images. We have achieved better resolution of the image by using the Binarization method of optimum thresholding techniques.Comment: 5 pages, 8 figure

Image Enhancement with Statistical Estimation

Contrast enhancement is an important area of research for the image analysis. Over the decade, the researcher worked on this domain to develop an efficient and adequate algorithm. The proposed method will enhance the contrast of image using Binarization method with the help of Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE). The paper aims to enhance the image contrast of bimodal and multi-modal images. The proposed methodology use to collect mathematical information retrieves from the image. In this paper, we are using binarization method that generates the desired histogram by separating image nodes. It generates the enhanced image using histogram specification with binarization method. The proposed method has showed an improvement in the image contrast enhancement compare with the other image.Comment: 9 pages,6 figures; ISSN:0975-5578 (Online); 0975-5934 (Print

E-procurement adoption in the agro-based sector: a Malaysian perspective

User acceptance of technology has been an important field of study for over 2 decades. Numerous models have been proposed to explain and predict the user acceptance of technology. The technology acceptance model (TAM) is one of the most admired models capturing the important aspects of users' intention to adopt technology. Thus, it is essential for anyone willing to study user acceptance of technology to understand TAM. This article analyzes the adoption and utilization of e-procurement in the agro-based sector. The article provides empirical evidence on the attitude and its behavioral intention of using e-procurement in agro-based companies in Malaysia

Agility barriers analysis in the Malaysian palm oil industry

In a volatile global marketplace, the implementation of agility is viewed as fundamental key strategic consideration for the survival. In order to achieve competitive advantage and ready to adapt to potential changes, implementation of agility in the palm oil industry is considered to be major challenges due to different obstacles. However, these obstacles can be overcome with the implementation of a proper strategic decision as well as high commitments from all management levels to make changes in day-to-day activities. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the obstacles in implementing agility in the Malaysian Palm Oil Industry (MPOI). The survey was conducted in Peninsular Malaysia with 69 oil palm plantation estates. The mean ranking analysis was used to ascertain the rank of various agile statements for its implementation in the organization. The study revealed that strict budget was the biggest obstacle along with laid back attitude of the employee for implementing agility in the organization. The outcomes of this research provide an invaluable information to all strategic decision makers who desire their organizations to be an agile and be competitive in the market and to sustain in today’s competitive market as well as to maintain its dominant position in the world market

Sustainagility model and its effects on the Malaysian Palm Oil Plantation Sector

There has been a growing concern about food production vis-à-vis rising global population and promoting greater sustainability across the complete supply chain. From the published reports, previous research papers, and discussions with the experts of the Malaysian Palm Oil Plantations Sectors (MPOPS), it was noted that sustainability and agility are an important aspect for the MPOPS. The MPOPS faces challenges in terms of fluctuation in the overall yields, rising costs in terms of production, processing of crude oil, sustaining existing position with improvement in position in the world market, and Round Table Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)/Malaysia Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification process. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the effects of sustainagility model in the Malaysian palm oil plantations sector. The study was divided into three phases. The first two phases were integrated into two rounds, namely discussions with the experts and the development of questionnaire items for the Malaysian palm oil plantations as Delphi Technique rounds. A comprehensive review of the responses received was undertaken along with discussions with the experts, which highlighted the attributes and sub-attributes of the model. The third phase of the study entailed triangulation techniques where the primary data were collected through the structured questionnaires prepared during the first and second phases which the questionnaires were given to the plantation managers and mill managers for the quantitative approach. For the qualitative approach, face-toface interviews with three (3) top level management were conducted while 151 samples were collected from the lower and middle level managers supported the quantitative approach. Based on the aforementioned study, the factors were determined and used to further investigate the Malaysian palm oil plantations to be sustainagile. The index was calculated and it was observed that the plantations is slightly highly agile, highly sustainable, and slightly highly sustainagile. The result also suggested that the implementation of agility and sustainability influence the organization to be sustainagile. The results revealed that there is a positive relationship between the flexibility and sustainagility and partially mediated between the agility, sustainability, and sustainagility that enhance the organisation performance and improve its competitiveness by understanding the capabilities. Further, the results reflected that techno-organisation dynamisms act as a quasi moderator in the model that have changed the form of relationship between the flexibility and sustainagility. Hence, for the Malaysian palm oil plantations sector to be sustainagile, technoorganisation dynamism shall play a vital role. Further, the score table and matrix created will help the organisations to verify where they stand in the sustainagility index and enhance its competitiveness, improvise process innovation, attain certification, flexibility, and provide a better learning process for the employees to be sustainagile, so as to handle any radical changes within the organization

Strategic value creation in a supply chain

This chapter is designed to give the readers a concise understanding of supply chain strategies and the process involved in its formation. It is a background study on the changing role of supply chain in gaining competitive advantage for the firm. The chapter discusses on traceability and integration along a supply chain, its inception and the advantages to the corporate world through its implementation. The chapter focuses on the topic of value creation in a supply chain through strategic management decisions like vertical and horizontal integration. The value chain analysis model for competitive advantage is covered in this chapter. A discussion on the differences between vertical and horizontal integration systems and the best strategic decision among them is provided. The concepts of sustainable supply chain integration, traceability, and the limitations to their implementation have also been discussed. The best examples on practitioners of supply chain strategy and integration are provided along the chapter

An empirical view of knowledge management

This chapter is a comprehensive investigative documentary on knowledge management (KM). It was extensively cover past researches done on knowledge management, exposing its varied dimensions to readers as well as guide the readers through its role in research, business, and daily life. The chapter was well discussed about knowledge, knowledge management and knowledge management systems. It also address the Nonaka's Knowledge Management Model or known as SECI modal in order the readers can understand the knowledge creation process

Sustainability: a comprehensive literature

Sustainability has become vital aspects for today's world and the future to come. Various definition of sustainability have added to the confusion with respect to sustainability in people's mind and in the organizations. A collection of different sustainability frameworks, indicators and tools have provided important insights about the outcomes of the sustainability process and in providing analytical and logical designs for sustainability. However, implementing sustainable practices has been overlooked by the majority of the organizations. Identifying the challenges and integrating with the tools in the form of indicators, assessment, and strategies will be a good start for an organization to be sustainable. The organizations that develop and implement sustainable practices are recognized as a success in sustainability. This chapter aims to provide an outline for sustainability with strategies, assessment, indicators, and application for better products and create and maintain business and customer value