Exploring the factors impacting knowledge transfer (in E.R.P training)

This project explores the factors pertaining to successful knowledge transfer from the classroom to the workplace in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) context. The project explores the literature, both past and present and sets out to discuss what mechanisms could improve the process. The context of this study is set in organisational learning as applied to Enterpise Resource Planning software implementations. This type of study, with respect to ERP learning has not been explored before and hence the study is novel. Various theories have been examined and reflected upon (to argue the case of knowledge transfer), and identify the factors that determine the transfer. In this study, I consulted with my participant and conducted structured interviews to identify an area of complexity and challenge to the organisation. A need was identified to create a learning mechanism (termed as a job aid), that would assist in the knowledge transfer process I drew upon the content development theory to create a suitable prototype in an organisational setting, that serves to illustrate an example for considertion and adoption.. The prototypes were created and shared with the subject matter expert from the organisation and were assessed as a successful model upon which to base future learning interventions. Knowledge transfer may be attributed not only to the key factors identified by various researched literature but could also incorporate the creation of an environment conducive to learning, and deep thought given to the introduction of revant knowledge transfer collateral at critical stages of an ERP programme. I therefore utilised the Grossman and Salas model, (within the confines of the study) to identify the factors that needed further development must be present in the training programme to aid in the adoption and usefulness of the prototype that I had produced for this ERP programme. Through a process of critical reflection I have increased my own knowledge and level of practice, and will embed this new level of understanding into future design and implementation programmes. The study has created two learning interventions, that if adopted and used in conjunction with the identified environmental support factors could improve the rate of training transfer for this ERP programme. It is acknowledged that the previous studies conducted showed no congruency and hence present a challenge to identifying major factors in knowledge transfer

Book Review: Strength Cards

This review is of a resource called “Strengths Cards” (which can be purchased from, amongst other providers, Positive Insights http://positiveinsights.co.uk; http://mindspring.uk.com/shop/strengths-cards/). These cards are based on the 24 human signature strengths first identified in Martin Seligman’s book (2002) Authentic Happiness

Inelastic behavior of structural components

A more accurate procedure was developed for the determination of the inelastic behavior of structural components. The actual stress-strain curve for the mathematical of the structure was utilized to generate the force-deformation relationships for the structural elements, rather than using simplified models such as elastic-plastic, bilinear and trilinear approximations. relationships were generated for beam elements with various types of cross sections. In the generational of these curves, stress or load reversals, kinematic hardening and hysteretic behavior were taken into account. Intersections between loading and unloading branches were determined through an iterative process. Using the inelastic properties obtained, the plastic static response of some simple structural systems composed of beam elements was computed. Results were compared with known solutions, indicating a considerable improvement over response predictions obtained by means of simplified approximations used in previous investigations

Self-reported “communication technology” usage in patients attending a cardiology outpatient clinic in a remote regional hospital

Peer reviewedPublisher PD

Fireside corrosion degradation of ferritic alloys at 600°C in oxy-fired conditions

This paper reports the results of a study carried out to investigate the effects of simulated coal/biomass combustion conditions on the fireside corrosion. The 1000 h deposit recoat exposure (5 × 200 h cycles) was carried out at 600 °C. In these tests ferritic alloys were used 15Mo3, T22, T23 and T91. Kinetics data were generated for the alloys exposed using both traditional weight change methods and metal loss measurements. The highest rate of corrosion based on EDX results occurred under D1 deposit where provoke mainly by the formation of alkali iron tri-sulphate phase

Synthesis and characterization of silver nanoarticles from extract of Eucalyptus citriodora

The primary motivation for the study to develop simple eco-friendly green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using leaf extract of Eucalyptus citriodora as reducing and capping agent. The green synthesis process was quite fast and silver nanoparticles were formed within 0.5 h. The synthesis of the particles was observed by UV-visible spectroscopy by noting increase in absorbance. Characterization of the particles was carried out by X-ray diffraction, FTIR and electron microscopy. The developed nanoparticles demonstrated that E. citriodora is good source of reducing agents. UV-visible absorption spectra of the reaction medium containing silver nanoparticles showed maximum absorbance at 460 nm. FTIR analysis confirmed reduction of Ag+ to Ag0 atom in silver nanoparticles. The XRD pattern revealed the crystalline structure of silver nanoparticles. The SEM analysis showed the size and shape of the nanoparticles. The method being green, fast, easy and cost effective can be recommended for large scale production of AgNPs for their use in food, medicine and materials

Animals and Humans in the Paleolithic

Overview of human-animal relationships in the deep past beyond subsistenc