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Determinants of renewable energy consumption in Uganda
(Makerere University Business School, Kampala, Uganda, 2024-11-04) Ayoku Emmanuel
Globally, renewable energy has gained significant attention as nations strive to increase its share in their energy mixes to mitigate environmental challenges and address the pressing issue of climate change. This study investigates the determinants of renewable energy consumption in Uganda, focusing on GDP per capita, carbon dioxide emissions, access to electricity, trade openness, and human development index. Utilizing a longitudinal research design with time series and quantitative approaches, we analyze data from the World Bank database covering 1990 to 2020. using the STATA statistical package. The analysis reveals both short-run and long-run relationships between Renewable energy consumption (Rec) and various factors, including GDP per capita (Gdp pc), Carbon dioxide emissions (Co2), Access to electricity (AE), Human Development Index (HDI), and Trade openness (TO).
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Organizational factors, ICT infrastructure and implementation of electronic-procurement projects: a case study of local government in west Nile
(Makerere University Business School Institutional Repository, 2020-12-21) Alwayo Flavia Bella
The study was conducted to examine the relationship between organizational factors, ICT infrastructure and implementation of e-procurement projects in West Nile local governments. The study sought to determine the extent e-procurement projects implementation is attributed to organizational factors and ICT infrastructure. The study used a cross sectional survey design where 144 usable questionnaires were used to collect the data and was analyzed using SPSS version 25. Pearson correlation and regression analysis were used to determine the degree of relationship between organizational factors, ICT infrastructure and implementation of e-procurement projects in West Nile local governments. Findings of the study revealed a significant positive relationship between organizational factors, ICT infrastructure and implementation of e-procurement projects. The regression analysis results show that organizational factors and ICT infrastructure predicts 47.4% of the observed variance in e-procurement project implementation. This implies that there are other predictors of eprocurement implementation besides organizational factors and ICT infrastructure; thus, further research is called for to find the other predictors of e-procurement project implementation in addition to what is already in place.
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An examination of project scope creep management in ministry of water and environment headquarters construction project.
(Makerere University Business School Institutional Repository, 2018-11-16) Katalihwa Ann Marunga
In the construction sector, high rates for occurrence of scope creep encountered by construction projects have been an issue of concern from policy makers and academic scholars alike. Global statistics indicate that by the time most projects are completed, the actual cost exceeds the original contract price by about 40% or more. Ugandan construction projects have not been spared either with cases of scope creep occurrence are wide spread especially among public construction projects. This study therefore sought to examine scope creep management within the Ministry of Water and Environment Headquarters’ construction project. Specifically, the study intended to analyze causes of scope creep, examine the features of scope creep and suggest ways to manage scope creep in the Ministry of Water and Environment. The study applied a cross sectional research design with a sample size of 127 respondents and quantitative research approach was employed. Descriptive statistics using mean and standard deviation techniques were obtained with the help of SPSS (v20). Validity and reliability of the data collection instrument were both tested using content validity index and Cronbach’s α coefficient ensuring that all variables had α coefficients of 0.70 or more. In addition, expert judgment was obtained and statements that were not clear were modified to minimize ambiguity and inconsistencies.
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An assessment of mobile banking adoption by customers of UGAFODE microfinance limited.
(MUBS, 2019-11-28) Lwanga Ronald Williams
Technological advancements in the financial services sector have led to significant changes in the banking behavior. Mobile banking (m-banking) is an innovative product that has been advanced as way to reduce and manage banking affairs efficiently. Understanding the primary determinants ofm-banking adoption by customers is significant for banks, financial institutions and other users. This study is aimed at determining the factors affecting mobile banking adoption and usage by customers at UGAFODE Microfinance Ltd (MDI). The research was guided by three research questions: What are the factors that encourage adoption of mobile banking by customers? What are the challenges hindering the adoption of mobile banking in UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI) and what strategies should be adopted to improve the adoption of mobile banking at UGAFODE Microfinance Limited? The study employed a quantitative design. 174 questionnaires were distributed to UGAFODE customers registered on mobile banking ranging from those who are active to non-active customers. Primary data was collected by administering questionnaires to the respondents who arc customers. Statistical tools like Excel and Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) software were used to analyze the data and draw conclusions. Data analyzed was presented 1n form of tables. From the 174 questionnaires that where distributed 173 were successfully returned. Each variable \\ as measured using 5-point Liken-scale. The results suggested that Perceived risk, Trust, perceived usefulness, Perceived ease of use are the determining factors that influence customer's ability to adopt mobile banking. From the findings. it is recommended from the findings that UGAFODE Microfinance Limited strengthen security and privacy on the mobile banking platform to improve their confidence levels to adopt and use of mobile banking. In addition, the institution should put in place training mechanisms for customers on how to use the mobile banking service. Lastly, UGAFODE should provide for customers about the products and services to empower staff in terms of the product knowledge.
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Supplier Selection and Procurement Performance.
(2024) Mbabazi, Ruth Alice
The study examined the influence of supplier selection on the procurement performance of pharmaceutical manufacturing firms. Specifically, the study examined: (i) the relationship between supplier profile and procurement performance; (ii) supplier capabilities and procurement performance; and (iii) supplier’s strategic fit to the organization and procurement performance. A cross-sectional survey design with a quantitative approach in generating the required information was used. A population of 85 pharmaceutical manufacturing firms was identified for Kampala from the National Drug Authority register and a sample size of 70 was derived at using a sample determination table. Data were collected using survey questionnaires. All the statistical analyses were conducted using the SPSS software package version 25. The results revealed that supplier profile had a positive linear relationship with procurement performance (r=0.701, p<0.05) as was the case with supplier capabilities (r=0.659, P<0.05) and supplier’s strategic fit (r=0.510, P<0.05). This was a clear indicator that supplier profile, supplier capabilities and supplier’s strategic fit as separate independent variables have a positive effect on procurement performance a dependent variable. Of the three variables, supplier profile was the most significant contributor to procurement performance β = .410, followed by supplier capabilities β = .288 while supplier strategic fit contributed to procurement performance β = .210. The study recommends that to improve procurement performance there is need to prioritize a comprehensive supplier selection and profiling process.