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  Types of Research Gaps S even core research gaps are:  (a) Evidence Gap;  (b) Knowledge Gap;  (c) Practical-Knowledge Conflict Gap;  (d) Methodological Gap;  (e) Empirical Gap; (f) Theoretical Gap;  (g) Population Gap. 

Business Process Reengineering Tools  Several tools and techniques are used to facilitate Business Process Reengineering (BPR) . These tools help in analyzing, designing, and implementing process improvements. Here are some of the most common tools that organizations use during BPR efforts: 1. Process Mapping and Flowcharting Tools These tools are used to visualize current processes (as-is) and design new processes (to-be). They provide a visual representation of workflows, making it easier to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. Microsoft Visio : A popular diagramming tool to create flowcharts, process maps, and business process diagrams. Lucidchart : An online tool that allows teams to create process maps and collaborate in real-time. Bizagi : A process modeling tool that helps organizations visualize and simulate business processes. 2. Business Process Management (BPM) Software BPM software helps automate and manage business processes. ...

  Business Process Reengineering   Dr. Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid Director (Admin & Finance) NAPD Business Process Reengineering (BPR) is a management strategy that involves the radical redesign of core business processes to achieve dramatic improvements in productivity, efficiency, and quality. The primary goal of BPR is to help organizations rethink and streamline their processes, often involving significant changes to how the company operates. Key elements of BPR: 1. Radical Redesign: BPR focuses on completely rethinking and redesigning processes rather than making incremental improvements. This might involve eliminating unnecessary steps, automating tasks, or restructuring workflows to achieve greater efficiency. 2. Customer-Centric: A fundamental principle of BPR is aligning processes with the needs of customers. This means that organizations redesign their workflows to deliver value to customers faster, with higher quality, and at a lower cost. 3. Cross-Functional...

  Bibliometric Study Dr. Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid A bibliometric study is a type of research method that uses quantitative analysis to evaluate and measure publications in a particular field, such as books, journal articles, conference papers, and other scholarly work. The goal is to understand trends, patterns, and relationships within the scientific literature or any body of academic work. This approach is commonly used to assess the impact of specific researchers, institutions, journals, or even topics. Key aspects of bibliometric studies include: Citation analysis : This looks at the number of times an article, author, or journal is cited in other works. Highly cited works are often considered influential in the field. Co-authorship analysis : This examines the collaborative networks between authors and institutions to identify trends in collaborative research. Keywords and topic modeling : By analyzing keywords in publications, bibliometric studies can track how certa...

Political Economy in Procurement Perspective   Dr. Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid In the context of procurement, political economy refers to the intersection of political and economic factors that influence decision-making, policies, and practices in the procurement process. This perspective looks at how government regulations, policies, power dynamics, stakeholder interests, and societal influences shape procurement activities, such as sourcing, contract management, and purchasing decisions. Key elements of political economy in procurement include: Government Policies and Regulations : The rules and laws set by governments impact procurement processes, such as rules for public tenders, transparency, anti-corruption measures, trade policies, and environmental standards. Political Influence : Political agendas can affect procurement decisions, such as favoring certain industries, companies, or geographical regions. This can lead to cronyism, corruption, or biased bidding processes. ...

Tracer Study  A tracer study is a type of research method used to track and collect data on the outcomes and experiences of individuals after they have completed a specific program or activity. This is commonly used in educational, vocational, and training contexts to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and to understand the long-term impacts on participants. For example, universities might conduct tracer studies to track the employment status, career progression, and further education of graduates. The goal is to understand how well the program prepared them for the real world, and whether it met their needs and expectations. Key components of a tracer study often include: Survey or Interview : Gathering data directly from individuals (graduates, trainees, etc.). Follow-Up : Checking in with participants after a certain time has passed (often a few months or years). Analysis : Evaluating trends, outcomes, and correlations based on the data. The findings from a tracer st...

  PhD Tips Dr. Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid Director (Admin & Finance), NAPD I’d like to share my personal experiences with the PhD journey from my perspective- 1. A PhD doesn't demand extraordinary intelligence, but rather an immense amount of patience and perseverance. 2. The scope of your research will not be vast, but rather a very specific and narrow focus. 3. Your supervisor cannot do everything for you; they serve as a guiding umbrella. Ultimately, you will be your own supervisor. 4. Keeping a PhD diary is essential. Write down every thought, idea, or insight as soon as it comes to you—even after leaving the washroom. Make sure to follow through on each task and mark it off once completed. 5. From day one to the very end, adhere strictly to the guidelines provided by your university and supervisor. Review other PhD reports to enhance the quality of your work. 6. Avoid being overly ambitious about publishing in renowned journals. It takes time. Stick to your university...

Difference between strategy and planning Dr. Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid The difference between strategy and planning lies in their focus, purpose, and scope. Here's a breakdown: 1. Focus: Strategy: Strategy is the big picture approach. It defines the overall direction and long-term goals of an organization or individual. It's about setting a vision and determining how to achieve that vision in a competitive or challenging environment. Planning: Planning is more tactical. It focuses on the specific steps, actions, and resources required to implement the strategy. It deals with details, timelines, and practicalities of executing the strategy. 2. Purpose: Strategy: The purpose of strategy is to provide guidance and clarity about where to go and how to navigate challenges. It's about choosing the right opportunities and making decisions on positioning and growth. Planning: The purpose of planning is to organize a...

What are the differences between the terms Science, Technology, and Engineering? Dr. Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid Director (Admin & Finance) NAPD Science Focus: The systematic study of the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis. Goal: To understand and explain the universe, its laws, and its phenomena. Methods: Scientific inquiry involves formulating hypotheses, conducting experiments, collecting data, and drawing conclusions. Examples: Physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, geology. Technology Focus: The application of scientific knowledge to create tools, machines, and systems that solve problems or fulfill human needs. Goal: To improve efficiency, productivity, and quality of life. Methods: Technological development often involves innovation, design, and engineering. Examples: Computers, smartphones, automobiles, medical devices, renewable energy systems. Eng...

  Critical Success Factors and KPI Dr. Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid www.rashid-bd.info   Every organization or industry will have its own objectives. Every task that must be finished successfully and efficiently will adhere to a specific process. Ultimately, every process will have a distinct cycle from start to finish. There will be a lot of repetitive activities. Activities won't all be CSF. CSF is a list of a few crucial actions that will help break the cycle and help accomplish the goals. The key point indicators (KPI) used to describe each CSF will be unique. The CSF and KPI concepts are more useful when creating a Strategic Management Plan (SMP) or carrying out research.   From the above discussion, I may conclude a definition of CSF: CSF are the list of potential activities or variables that have influence to end the process effectively to achieve any vision.   Example- NAPD  is a leading training academy in Bangladesh. Different training courses are off...

  Developing Personal Skills Engr. Md. Abdur Rashid  PhD, NAPD Dear Officers and Staff, you must establish and ensure the long-term growth of your organization. Maintain the following managerial abilities in order to enhance personal skills on a daily basis while working. 1.                  1)       Self-assessment 2)       Creativity 3)       Innovation 4)       Listening and feedback 5)       Find self-satisfaction 6)       Leadership 7)       Team building 8)       Hunt knowledge 9)       Self-reliance and judgment 10)    Resilience 11)    Time management 12)    Stress management 13)    Control over anything 14)    Find satisfa...

  Conducting FGD and Report Writing FGD (Focus Group Discussion)- FGD is a tools of PRA and RRA. FGD is not survey. Survey will have questions. For, FGD will have checklist. NVIVO software is helpful for data analysis. FGD is a method to collect qualitative data. 6-10 participants/respondents will have in a FGD. But 2+ can also be for a particular case. Time for a FGD can 60-90 minutes. In FGD participants can be but in quantitative data collection respondents is more fit. Same or homogeneous group participants will be sit for a FGD. Heterogeneous group also can be. Example, for policy making FGD- UNO, Chairman, village farmers can sit forgather. But in this case, precautions for FGD that not to be heart by any one. No outer discussion will be in FGD. Facilitator will have this power to manage it. Facilitator will dominate the FGD period. It is his power. Purpose of FGD- Evaluation. It can be short term ,mid term and long term evaluation. FGD Team- FGD will be done by a facilitator...