EFFECT OF LIQUIDITY MANAGEMENT ON THE FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF LISTED CONSUMER GOODS COMPANIES IN NIGERIA by Adenike A OYEWUNMI

“… Insolvency and bankruptcy have been the bane of many consumer goods companies CGCs due to frequent challenges such as slow inventory turnover, inefficient collection processes, and poor trade credit policies in consumer goods companies which have been negatively impacting cash flow, liquidity management, and customer payment behavior, thus resulting in bad debt and financial crisis. …”
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Adébáyọ̀ Fálétí, Icon on Screen by Toluwanimi Ibikunle

“… One of the main chords through which Yorùbá cinema connects with its core target audience – the Yorùbá people both at home and in the diasporas – is the penchant of Yorùbá filmmakers to present core traditional values, mores, philosophies and customs in their works. A significant part of this presentation lies in the deliberate choice of actors whose off-screen personas already enjoy public acclamation as knowledgeable ‘masters’ or practitioners of Yorùbá culture and traditions. …”
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A dive into the marketing trends of 2024: insights to unlocking potential by Vladimir Zhechev

“…Whilst most of these reports revolve around technologies and customer experience, few of them give strategic orientation to companies of different size and industry as to how to exploit the opportunities of the new (marketing) reality. …”
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Recognition and optimization of landscape genes in traditional settlements: a case of Meishan area by Huasha Xia, Feihu Chen

“…However, areas such as building materials, traditional culture, and folk customs require significant improvement. Additionally, the river and road landscapes present opportunities for enhancement to strengthen the town’s cultural identity and aesthetic quality. …”
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Enhancing Predictive Models in E-Commerce: A Comparative Study Using XGBoost Across Diverse Scenarios by Zhang Jianhao

“…The findings suggest that accurate sales predictions enable e-commerce platforms to increase inventory during peak periods, maximize the utility of goods, ensure customer satisfaction, and stimulate transaction activity. …”
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Oryzalin-induced polyploidy in Vanda limbata (Blume): Phenotypic assessment by Murni Dwiati, Wahyu Nur Hasam, Agus Hery Susanto

“…Several morpho-physiological and anatomical traits were measured as indicators of polyploidy. …”
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Adaptive enhancement of shoulder x-ray images using tissue attenuation and type-II fuzzy sets. by Qifeng Liu, Yong Han, Lu Shen, Jialei Du, Marzia Hoque Tania

“…Shoulder X-ray images typically have low contrast and high noise levels, making it challenging to distinguish and identify subtle anatomical structures. While existing image enhancement techniques are effective in improving contrast, they often overlook the enhancement of sharpness, especially when amplifying blurring and noise. …”
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Optimal multiobjective design of an autonomous hybrid renewable energy system in the Adrar Region, Algeria by Abderrahmane Mehallou, Benalia M’hamdi, Abderrahmane Amari, Madjid Teguar, Abdelaziz Rabehi, Mawloud Guermoui, Amal H. Alharbi, El-Sayed M. El-kenawy, Doaa Sami Khafaga

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Assessing the Uses, Benefits, and Limitations of Digital Technologies Used by Health Professionals in Supporting Obesity and Mental Health Communication: Scoping Review by Amanda Kearns, Anne Moorhead, Maurice Mulvenna, Raymond Bond

“…ResultsIn total, 8 studies—featuring web-based platforms, social media, synchronous video calls, telephone calls, automated SMS text messaging, and email—met the inclusion criteria. …”
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New anti-friction self-lubricating composite based on EP975 nickel alloy powder with CaF2 solid lubricant – Thermal and dilatometric behavior by Adam Kurzawa, Mateusz Stachowicz, Maciej Roszak, Tetiana Roik, Oleg Gavrysh, Iulia Maistrenko, Krzysztof Jamroziak, Mirosław Bocian, Grzegorz Lesiuk

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Optimizing Human-Centric Warehouse Operations: A Digital Twin Approach Using Dynamic Algorithms and AI/ML by Erhan Arslan

“…Purpose: This study aims to develop a versatile and adaptive system that optimizes manual warehouse operations through the integration of Digital Twin technology and AI/ML models.Methodology: The framework combines Digital Twin technology with advanced AI/ML analytics to dynamically adjust operational strategies based on real-time data collected from warehouse activities.Findings: A prototype implementation demonstrated significant improvements, including a 28.6% reduction in average picking time, a 20% improvement in inventory turnover, an increase in demand forecasting accuracy from 85% to 92%, and a reduction in labor costs by 15%.Originality: This research uniquely applies Digital Twin technology to manual warehouse environments, showcasing its effectiveness in enhancing operational efficiency without the need for full automation.…”
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Method for Creating Domain-Specific Dataset Ontologies from Text in Uncontrolled English by Minab Shokoufeh Salem, Nazaruka Erika

“…Automated understanding of activities in enterprises is challenging due to a lack of domain specifications and a lack of domain ontologies. …”
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Advances in neuromodulation for treatment of prolonged disorders of consciousness by HE Chen, SONG Ming, XU Long

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Design of an Air Quality Monitoring and Control System Using Internet of Things. by Dwire, Jelly Jophian

“…The currently used systems however that are commonly imported in Uganda do not have an automated monitoring mechanism. they are unreliable. expensive. hard to read and their main l(ic11s is on vehicles yet people spend most of their time working indoors in clilTerenl industries hence their health is compromised. …”
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Emergence and development trends of electronic banking in Serbia by Đekić Marija, Nikolić Miloš, Vesić Tamara

“…Banks should make efforts to create a culture of trust among customers and promote e-banking services, in order to influence public awareness of the positive aspects of this form of banking services. …”
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Multi-project wafer runs for electronic graphene devices in the European 2D-Experimental Pilot Line project by Bárbara Canto, Martin Otto, Arantxa Maestre, Alba Centeno, Amaia Zurutuza, Bianca Robertz, Eros Reato, Bartos Chmielak, Stefanie L. Stoll, Andreas Hemmetter, Florian Schlachter, Lisa Ehlert, Sha Li, Daniel Neumaier, Gordon Rinke, Zhenxing Wang, Max C. Lemme

“…Test devices were measured across the wafers to assess the device quality and variability before delivering the fabricated dies to the customers. Raman spectroscopy confirmed minimal structural changes in the graphene caused by the fabrication process, while electrical measurements of two different device types verified the device specifications defined in the process design kit.…”
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Continuum and Soft Robots in Minimally Invasive Surgery: A Systematic Review by Fahad Iqbal, Mojtaba Esfandiari, Golchehr Amirkhani, Hamidreza Hoshyarmanesh, Sanju Lama, Mahdi Tavakoli, Garnette R. Sutherland

“…Notwithstanding significant advancements, traditional MIS tools have been limited in navigating deep anatomical pathways and offering precise control at target sites. …”
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Attosecond metrology of vacuum-ultraviolet high-order harmonics generated in semiconductors via laser-dressed photoionization of alkali metals by Arjun Nayak, Debobrata Rajak, Balázs Farkas, Camilio Granados, Philipp Stammer, Javier Rivera-Dean, Theocharis Lamprou, Katalin Varju, Yann Mairesse, Marcelo F. Ciappina, Maciej Lewenstein, Paraskevas Tzallas

“…Using a cross-correlation approach, we photoionize Cesium atoms with vacuum-ultraviolet high-harmonics in the presence of a mid-infrared laser field. …”
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AI-based tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte scoring system for assessing HCC prognosis in patients undergoing liver resection by Zhiyang Chen, Tingting Xie, Shuting Chen, Zhenhui Li, Su Yao, Xuanjun Lu, Wenfeng He, Chao Tang, Dacheng Yang, Shaohua Li, Feng Shi, Huan Lin, Zipei Li, Anant Madabhushi, Xiangtian Zhao, Zaiyi Liu, Cheng Lu

“…Conclusions: We developed an automated system using CD8-stained whole-slide images to assess immune infiltration (ATLS-8). …”
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Supply chain integration-performance nexus in emerging & developing economies: a systematic review by Goitom Abera Baisa, Dante Benjamin Matellini, Ian D. Jenkinson, Chia-Hsun Chang

“…Our findings reveal that the multidimensional measure of SCI, encompassing supplier, internal, and customer integration, has emerged as the standard framework. …”
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