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{"title":"INFLUENCE OF PROJECT PLANNING ON IMPLEMENTATION OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN KILIFI COUNTY","authors":"MAUREEN KIRUI, SAMSON KITHEKA, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2754","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2754","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigated the influence of project planning on implementation of road construction projects in Kilifi County. The target population comprised of 150 with a sample size of 109. The study focused on the project management team, monitoring officers, project engineers, financial officers and auditors and consultants and contractors. This study adopted descriptive research design. Stratified random sampling method was used to select relevant respondents from across the board in the various categories of the three roads agencies in Kilifi County. Structured questionnaires were used to collect primary data from respondents. Secondary data was obtained from related materials in the internet, project management journals, white papers, periodicals and books relevant to the study. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 25. Descriptive statistics was used and multiple regression analysis was used to predict the effect of project schedule, project budget, project quality and project communication on implementation of road construction projects in Kilifi County. Based on the findings, r egression and spearman’s correlation results indicated that there is a positive and significant relationship between project schedule, project budget, project quality, project communication and implementation of road construction projects in Kilifi County. The study recommended that the application of CPM as a simple network and resource-loading could help to reduce construction project delays. Secondly, cost overruns should be traced back to root causes that are often associated with the preliminary phases, project planning or design, that such root causes include; poor estimation of quantities, design variations or errors, project schedule changes, scope changes, unexpected site conditions, rising costs of materials and labour and or unforeseen events. Thirdly, part of the audit should include a review of the project staff understanding of the quality parameters or metrics and skills expertise and knowledge of the people in charge of producing or delivering the project. Lastly, project team members should use a variety of communication methods to deliver project information, including meetings, telephone calls, email, voicemail and websites. Key Terms: Project Budget, Project Communication, Project planning, Project Quality, Project Schedule CITATION : Kirui, M., & Kitheka, S. (2023). Influence of project planning on implementation of road construction projects in Kilifi County. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 341 – 355. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2754.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135461463","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"INFLUENCE OF ADHOCRACY CULTURE ON PERFORMANCE OF PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN WESTERN KENYA","authors":"VICTOR MCHAIZI, EMILY OKWEMBA, PhD, JOSEPH OTSYULA, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2753","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2753","url":null,"abstract":"This study established the influence of adhocracy culture on performance of public universities in western Kenya. The study was guided by dynamic capabilities theory. The study targeted 226 respondents comprising of 27 top management, 86 deans of schools, 9 in charge strategic department, 95 senior assistant administrators and 9 students’ president in all the nine universities in western Kenya. Stratified random sampling was used in selecting a sample size of 144 respondents. Primary data was collected with the help of questionnaires. Pilot study was done in Moi universities. Reliability was tested using Cronbach’s alpha and validity was tested using experts and factor analysis. Data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics comprised of mean, standard error and standard deviation. Results showed that adhocracy culture strategy had a positive and significant influence on performance of public Universities in western Kenya. Western Kenya Universities and other public institutions would benefit from this study since it highlighted the key adhocracy culture initiatives essential to their top performance, survival, and growth. Higher education institutions will find significant value in using this information as a guide when making decisions on strategic management. It was therefore concluded that adoption of adhocracy culture strategy improves performance of public Universities. The study recommended that university management should motivate employees to use their creativity and to proactively seek out new ideas. Key Words: Organizational Culture, Adaptability, Employees Empowerment CITATION : Mchaizi, V., Okwemba, E., & Otsyula, J. (2023). Influence of adhocracy culture on performance of public universities in Western Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 326 – 340. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2753.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135464109","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"EFFECT OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT ON THE FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF THE RENEWABLE ENERGY SECTOR IN RWANDA","authors":"SALVATOR MBARUSHIMANA, PATRICK MULYUNGI, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2752","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2752","url":null,"abstract":"Over the past two decades, Rwanda's economy has experienced significant growth in infrastructure development and policy improvements. This growth has been accompanied by an increase in foreign investment, with companies expanding their operations in the country. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is a critical area of interest for many developing countries, as it brings economic benefits to the host nation. In emerging economies, such as Rwanda, the renewable energy sector has played a critical role in driving economic growth. Despite the global property market experiencing a bubble, the renewable energy market has remained strong, with demand for middle to high-income housing remaining steady. This study focused on the effect of FDI on the financial performance of the energy sector in Rwanda, with MOBISOL Rwanda Ltd as the case study. The study examined how corporate governance elements, trade openness, market size, return on investment, exchange rate, and inflation affect the financial performance of the energy sector in Rwanda. The study utilized a descriptive research design to investigate the financial performance of the energy sector in Rwanda, with MOBISOL Rwanda Ltd as the case study. The target population consisted of 112 employees of MOBISOL, which has significant foreign ownership in Rwanda. The sample size was determined using stratified random sampling, and 88 respondents were selected for the study. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data, with the arithmetic mean and standard deviation used to analyze descriptive data. Additionally, inferential statistics were utilized to find correlations among the explanatory variables. Pearson's product moment correlation and stepwise regression were used to examine the relationship among variables. F-tests were used to test the hypotheses in the study. To ensure the validity of the statistical analysis, tests of statistical assumptions were conducted prior to data analysis. The study used SPSS Statistics Version 21.0 software to facilitate data analysis. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations were used to analyze the data, while inferential statistics were conducted using Spearman rank correlation coefficient and multiple regression. The findings of the study were presented in tables, providing clear insights into the relationship between variables. Key words: Market size, financial Performance, Renewable energy, Rwanda CITATION : Mbarushimana, S., & Mulyungi, P. (2023). Effect of foreign direct investment on the financial performance of the renewable energy sector in Rwanda. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 310 – 325. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2752.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135666492","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"TALENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN DE LA RUE COMPANY IN KENYA","authors":"AGNES NJERI KAMAU, DENNIS JUMA, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2751","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2751","url":null,"abstract":"This research evaluated effect of talent management (TM) practices on employee performance in De La Rue Company in Kenya. The study utilized positivism research philosophy as well as descriptive research design. Moreover, t arget population was 133 staff in De La Rue Company. Both secondary and primary data was employed in this research. This study used a data extraction tool to collect secondary data. Semi-structured questionnaires were deployed to gather primary data. Inferential and descriptive statistics were deployed in analysing quantitative data with assistance of SPSS version 25 statistical software. Additionally, descriptive statistics comprised of frequency distribution, mean, percentages as well as standard deviation. Further, inferential data analysis was done using Pearson correlation coefficient and multivariate regression analysis. Quantitative results were displayed in pie charts, tables, graphs and figures. The study found that recruitment practices have a positive and significant effect on the employee performance in De La Rue Company in Kenya. In addition, talent retention has a significant and positive effect on the employee performance in De La Rue Company in Kenya. Moreover, the study found that training and development has a positive and significant effect on the employee performance in De La Rue Company in Kenya. The study also found that career development has a positive and significant effect on the employee performance in De La Rue Company in Kenya. Therefore, this study recommended that the management of De La Rue Company should organise mentorship programs to the newly employees to help them interact and learn from senior staff members who possess specialized knowledge and abilities which as a result improves employees’ productivity. Moreover, the management should give promotion to performing employees in order to enhance employees’ satisfaction, morale, involvement, teamwork, retention and productivity. Furthermore, this study recommended that the company should pay the employees on time and the management should ensure that the salary paid to the employees is equivalent to the amount that other individuals receive from similar organizations with the same job title in order to motivate the employees, reduce employee turnover, increase productivity and improve employees’ performance. Key Words: Recruitment Practices, Talent Retention, Training and Development, Career Development CITATION : Kamau, A. N., &Juma, D. (2023). Talent management practices and employee performance in de la rue company in Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 290 – 309. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2751.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135666491","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"CREDIT MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF MICRO-FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS IN MOMBASA COUNTY, KENYA","authors":"ASENATH MBOE, STANLEY KAVALE, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2748","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2748","url":null,"abstract":"The general objective of the study was be to investigate the effect of credit management on financial performance of Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) in Kenya. The study specific objectives were to establish the effect of client credit appraisal, credit risk monitoring, credit granting and credit terms on financial performance of MFIs in Mombasa County . The theories guiding the study were asymmetry information theory, 5 Cs client appraisal model, motive theory and balanced score card theory . The study found out that credit appraisal, credit risk monitoring, credit granting and credit terms affect financial performance of MFIs in Mombasa County, Kenya. The study concluded that client credit appraisal, credit risk monitoring, credit granting and credit terms influences the performance of MFIs in Mombasa County. The study recommended that management of MFIs should improve on client credit appraisal, credit risk monitoring, credit granting and credit terms so as to improve on the performance of MFIs in Mombasa County. Key Words: Credit Appraisal, Credit Risk Monitoring, Credit Granting, Credit Terms CITATION: Mboe, A., & Kavale, S. (2023). Credit management and financial performance of micro-financial institutions in Mombasa County, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 261 – 272. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2748.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135823277","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION DRIVERS AND PERFORMANCE OF STAR RATED HOTELS IN MOMBASA COUNTY, KENYA","authors":"HAKIM THOYA, BENEDICT MUTUKU, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2749","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2749","url":null,"abstract":"This study evaluated the effect of strategy implementation drivers on organizational performance of star rated hotels in Mombasa County. The target population encompasses 50 general managers and 87 operational managers within the 50 selected hotels in Mombasa County , Kenya . The study utilized cross-sectional study design. Stratified random sampling was used to select the sample size of 102. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 28. The study found that the respondents had a strong positive perception of the presence of Infrastructure Quality in their respective star rated hotels. According to the study, the respondents strongly indicated a presence of Competitor Analysis in their respective star rated hotels. The respondents strongly agreed that the star rated hotels had Technological Advancements, with moderately varied responses. The respondents believed that revenue management enhances the firms' operations, facilitates communication with customers, and promoted prompt feedback to enhance organizational performance. In conclusion, this study underscored the vital influence of Infrastructure Quality, Competitor Analysis, Technological Advancements, and Revenue Management on the performance of star-rated hotels in Mombasa County, Kenya. The findings emphasized the necessity for strategic investments and enhancements in these areas to optimize organizational performance. Improving infrastructure, engaging in effective competitor analysis, leveraging technological advancements, and implementing robust revenue management strategies are pivotal steps for hotels to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth in the hospitality industry of Mombasa County and similar settings. The study recommended that managers should align their strategies with local drivers, rapidly adapt to industry changes, and prioritize employee training and motivation. Secondly, policymakers should encourage infrastructure, marketing, and technological advancements in hotels through incentives and conducive business environments. Lastly, within industry practice, investing in technology, marketing, and revenue management is vital for improved performance and competitiveness in the market. Additionally, hotels should emphasize sustainability and personalized guest experiences to attract environmentally conscious travellers and enhance their reputation. Key Terms: Competitor Analysis, Revenue management, Infrastructure Quality, Technological Advancements CITATION: Thoya, H., & Mutuku, B. (2023). Strategy implementation drivers and performance of star rated hotels in Mombasa County, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 273 – 289. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2749.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135823278","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"STRENGTHENING HEALTHCARE SUPPLY CHAIN TO FACILITATE UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE: AN EMPIRICAL REVIEW IN KENYA","authors":"KENNEDY OTIENO PANYA, JOSHUA OLANGO ABUYA, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2747","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2747","url":null,"abstract":"The main objective of this study was to find out the effect of health supply chain in facilitating Universal Health Coverage in Kenya. Specifically, the study identified the effect of Inventory Optimization, Supply Chain Data Analytics, Supply Chain Integration and the influence of Strategic Purchasing on the achievement of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Kenya. The research design employed in this study was descriptive. This study relied heavily on secondary data as is the case with most desktop research study. The study reviewed journal articles, unpublished papers and conference papers on Supply Chain Management and Universal Health Coverage. The paper employed a desktop approach to provide answers to the research objectives. Specifically, the paper used a descriptive approach to gather information from peer reviewed publications such as, journal articles, organizations reports and books. The study found that the attainment of UHC in Kenya had remained elusive due to many challenges, which included unequal access to different healthcare services due to poor distribution and use of resources, shortfall in the number of medical personnel, skewed distribution of healthcare workforce, inability of the country’s health system to deal effectively with epidemics, corruption in the health sector, the growing burden of chronic diseases, epidemiological as well as a demographic transition with a steep increase among non-communicable diseases (NCDs), health leadership and governance issues, the need to strengthen health purchasing activities, among other myriads of issues. The study recommended that policy makers must purpose to implement strategies to deliver UHC. They must also undertake health financing reforms to mobilize more financing for health and ensure that available funds for health are used optimally and equitably. The state should reorient its health financing strategy away from a focus on contributory, voluntary health insurance, and instead recognize that increased healthcare funding is critical. Key Words: Inventory Optimization, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Integration, Strategic Purchasing CITATION: Panya, K. O., & Abuya, J. O. (2023). Strengthening healthcare supply chain to facilitate universal health coverage: An empirical review in Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 233 – 260. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2746.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135943917","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION AND PERFORMANCE OF HEALTH INSTITUTIONS IN NYERI COUNTY, KENYA","authors":"ESTHER WAIRIMU KANG’ETHE, DAVID KIIRU, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2744","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2744","url":null,"abstract":"This study was undertaken on employee motivation and performance of health institutions in Nyeri County, Kenya. The study was guided by Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Theory, Herzberg’s Two Factor Theory, Equity Theory and Vroom’s Theory. Descriptive survey research design was used, with a population of 1224 employees in the identified health institutions in Nyeri County. Stratified sampling method was used to identify sample representing 30% of the target population. A self-administered questionnaire was used in the study. The data collected was analyzed by descriptive statistics and presented through tables and charts with the aid of micro soft excel software. The study found that the capacity development, performance appraisal, working environment and staffing policy was found to have a positive significant influence on performance of health institutions in Nyeri County, Kenya. The study concluded that capacity development enhances the employee motivation, job performance and skills which ultimately lead to organizational performance. Performance appraisal is a method widely used by the health institutions to measure the employee added value and the capacity to achieve their objectives. A healthy work environment keeps employees happy, improves concentration and boosts endurance. Staffing policy helps in getting right people for the right job at the right time. The study recommended that the health institutions on Nyeri County should provide training to employees either on a one-on-one or group training, whether face-to-face or online, can increase personal knowledge and skills surrounding an issue. The health institutions in Nyeri County should make the performance appraisal process clear to employees by communicating this to employees at the start of the year, giving them the opportunity to plan ahead, pose questions, and work towards the organizational objectives in their individual capacity. The health institutions in Nyeri County should work to create a culture that encourages employees to talk openly about how they feel, both with their co-workers and line managers. The health institutions in Nyeri County should adopt an institution staffing mentality which creates the framework for consistently applied practices by standardizing policies across the organization. Key Words: Capacity Development, Performance Appraisal, Working Environment, Staffing Policy CITATION Kang’ethe, E. W., & Kiiru, D. (2023). Employee motivation and performance of health institutions in Nyeri County, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 201 – 218. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2744.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136077857","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"PRODUCT PERCEPTION DIMENSIONS AND CONSUMER CONSUMPTION PATTERN OF SELECTED FAST-FOOD RESTAURANTS IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA","authors":"SEIDU ADEBOWALE, PhD, ADEFULU ADESOGA, PhD, ASIKHIA OLALEKAN, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2746","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2746","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose : The fast food sector is one industry that is contributing positively to the world economy. Notwithstanding, consumers of fast food are worried about the quality, safety, and consistency in taste, as well as demand for better quality at lower prices which thus affects the sales of fast food products. The old brands have become less competitive due to changes in consumers’ preferences, less patronage, and low consumption of fast food, as newer operators introduce a range of innovative products and this has put the sustainability of projected growth performance in sales at risk of uncertainty. Hence, this study examined the effect of product perception dimensions on consumer consumption patterns of fast foods. Methodology : The study adopted a survey research design. For this study, 1,595 eat-in consumers were selected by convenient sampling technique to participate in the survey. Findings : The findings revealed that product perception dimensions have a significant effect on consumer consumption patterns of selected fast-food restaurants. Recommendations : Business managers should pay attention to these factors to enhance the consumption pattern of fast food by consumers, and thus enhance the growth and sustainability of the fast food industry in Nigeria. Keywords : Consumption pattern, Fast food, Product perception. CITATION: Seidu, A., Adefulu, A., Asikhia, O. (2023). Product perception dimensions and consumer consumption pattern of selected fast-food restaurants in Lagos State, Nigeria. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 219 – 232. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2746.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136077856","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"EFFECT OF SUPPLIER SELECTION MANAGEMENT ON THE PERFORMANCE OF CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES IN RWANDA. A CASE STUDY OF ROCK HILL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD IN KIGALI, RWANDA","authors":"ZAWADI MUREKATETE, JEAN DE DIEU DUSHIMIMANA, PhD","doi":"10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2743","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2743","url":null,"abstract":"The objective of the study is to examine the effect of supplier selection management on the performance of Rock Hill construction company ltd in Kigali. The study adopted a mixed research design which included descriptive survey and correlation. The target population was 124 employees from all departments in Rock Hill Construction Company where census approach was adopted. For primary data questionnaires were used for data collection instruments and were in form of a five Likert scale with close ended questions. Validity of the instruments was measured using a team of experts in the field of project management. Data was analyzed using qualitative and quantitative methods using SPSS version 21. Multiple regression model and correlation coefficient were used. The results reveal that effective supplier selection management positively impacts the performance of the construction company. The study finds that factors such as supplier reliability, quality of materials, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery significantly influence project performance. Furthermore, the qualitative insights shed light on the strategies and challenges encountered by Rock Hill Construction Company Ltd in managing its supplier selection process. The study reveals that supplier selection management shows a modest positive effect on performance (Beta = 0.108, p = 0.047). This research contributes to the understanding of how supplier selection management can be a key determinant of success in the construction industry and offers practical recommendations for enhancing supplier-related decision-making processes to improve overall company performance. Furthermore, the research identifies key factors affecting supplier selection, including financial stability, reliability, and compliance with industry regulations. The study further recommends that the Rock Hill construction company ltd in Kigali should ensure full adoption of supplier selection practices in procurement and supply chain departments. Keywords: Supplier Selection Management, Organization Performance, Rock Hill Construction Company CITATION Murekatete, Z., & Dushimimana, J. D. (2023). Effect of supplier selection management on the performance of construction companies in Rwanda. A case study of rock hill construction company ltd in Kigali. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 10 (4), 189 – 200. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v10i4.2743.","PeriodicalId":22086,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136184284","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}