Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Digital library initiatives in Sub-Sahara Africa: overview of status
(Library Department, 2006)Research plays an integral part in National Development. The Unesco Medium-Term Plan (1984-1989) observed that 'assimilation of Scientific and technological information is an essential precondition for progress in developing ... -
Libraries in partnership to bridge the African digital divide for development: Kenya takes the plunge
(Library Department, 25-09-06)Technology is critical for development. A lot of African countries have to deal with the technological gap that threatens to widen the North South development gap. Libraries can play a major role in this struggle by ... -
Innovation through knowledge networks: the African experience
(Library Department, 24-05-11)Many organizations are moving away from hierarchical structures to more fluid management set ups to achieve quick solutions to problems. Networks are proving to be very quick and effective method of sharing knowledge to ... -
Income generation at public universities: A case of the University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Limited
(IBIMASchool of Computing and Informatics, University of NairobiUniversity of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Limited, 2008)Over the years, public universities in the region have had to innovate in order to cope with increased competition and diminishing capitation particularly from the Treasury. The University of Nairobi is no exception. In ... -
Managing Obsolescence Cost: Case of Mobile Phone Handset in Kenya
(AIBUMADepartment of Management Science, 2012)Globally businesses aim at customizing products that are of the right quality and quantity at competitive prices, to ensure that their customers stay loyal. Proper analysis and management of the product life cycle is a ... -
Business planning and competitive strategy at the jitihada business plan competition in Nairobi county
(School of BusinessSchool of Business, 2012-10)The purpose of this study was to investigate the business planning and competitive strategy at the Jitihada Business Plan Competition in Nairobi County. Specifically, the study sought to determine the suitability of ... -
A survey of challenges and strategies for compliance
(School of Business ( SOB ), 2009)Major developments in the field of food safety and quality requirements have had significant impacts on international trade during the last few decades. Raising consumer concerns about a range of food safety matters and ... -
The Diffusion of E-supply chains in Manufacturing: perspective from the large scale manufacturing firms in Kenya
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Relationship between prepaid billing system and working capital management at kenya power and lighting company
(School of Business ( SOB ), 2012)Prepaid billing system is a system of “pay as you use”; a system of buying/selling electricity before use. This system does not limit itself with prepayment meter only; rather it is a complete different system of revenue ... -
Competitive Intelligence Strategies Adopted By The Media Industry In Kenya: A Case Study Of Nation Media Group
(School of Business ( SOB ), 2012)Competitive Intelligence (CI) is both a process and a product. The process of Competitive Intelligence is the action of gathering, analyzing, and applying information about products, domain constituents, customers, and ... -
Enhancing the visibility and accessibility of research
(2012)Universities play a key role in the advancement of knowledge which is vital for the development of key economic and social sectors in any country. The Kenyan Government has identified key priorities for the research sector ... -
The relationship between gearing and value of firms listed at the Nairobi stock exchange
(School of business, 2011-10)The objective of this study was to investigate whether there exists a relationship between gearing and value of firms listed on the NSE. Gearing is an expression of the relationship between the amount of finance provided ... -
A survey of contract manufacturing as a collaborative supply chain process:Case study of selected firms in Kenya
(School of business, 2011)The study was carried out to determine if there was any competitive advantage when organizations undertake contract manufacturing in Kenya. The firms selected represent different sectors in Kenya’s manufacturing industry. ... -
Factors that influence adoption of employee wellness programs at the standard group limited
(School of business, 2011-09)Employee wellness programs have become increasingly popular and are being adopted by many companies because of the employer and employee benefits. Employee wellness programs are a set of organized activities and systematic ... -
Challenges facing implementation of the discovery channel global education partnership (DCGEP) initiative in Kenya
(School of business, 2011-11)It is always more difficult to do something (implement it) than to say you are going to do it (formulate it)!It therefore stands to reason that excellently formulated strategies will fail if they are not properly implemented ... -
A survey of management perception on the usefulness of zero based budgeting: Evidence from non governmental organizations in Kenya
(School of business, 2011-11)Budgeting process is a key activity in the life of any organisation which should be accorded the seriousness it deserves as it guides the activities of the organization. Proper planning, preparation, adherence and control ... -
Challenges of strategy implementation at oxfam Great Britain- Kenya
(School of business, 2009-09)Strategy implementation is the process of transforming strategic intentions into actions, then into acceptable results. Successful strategy implementation is as critical and difficult as the strategic choice. It requires ... -
The application of porter's generic business strategies and performance of pharmaceutical wholesalers in Kenya
(School of business, 2012)This project has examined the application of Porter’s generic business strategies by Pharmaceutical wholesalers in Kenya and how these strategies have impacted firm’s performance. By examining these strategies, this ... -
Quality management practices adopted by sugar manufacturing companies in Western Kenya
(School of business, 2012-09)Quality is widely recognized as one of the most important disciplines /strategies or competitive priority for an organizational development. In this era of global competition a company needs to apply quality methodologies ... -
Knowledge and behavior on fire Emergencies among fire victims at Kenyatta National Hospital
(The University of NairobiDepartment of Sociology and Social Work, 2012)This research was set to study knowledge and behavior on fire emergencies. An assessment of the knowledge fire victims at Kenyatta National Hospital have concerning fire emergencies and how their actions associate with ...