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Articles by Vicente González-Prida
Digitalization as an Enabler in Railway Maintenance: A Review from “The International Union of Railways Asset Management Framework” Perspective
4. Discussion, Analysis, and Practical Implications Our study addresses the gaps identified in the literature and the current practices of railway maintenance management through the strategic integration of digitalization. This is not only understood as the new technology’s adoption but as an essential enabler that transforms and enhances the management models recommended by the UIC.
Improving Financial Sustainability Through Effective Credit Risk Management and Human Talent Development in Microfinance Institutions
1. Introduction The microfinance system is facing an increase in NPL rates due to the over-indebtedness of economic agents and an oversupply of credit, driven by high competition and the entry of commercial banks into the microenterprise segment. This phenomenon is reflected in the increase in the number of financial offices nationwide. Many financial institutions use strategies to hide real levels of NPL, which can be detrimental in adverse economic contexts.
Exploring the Effects of Financial Knowledge on Better Decision-Making in SMEs
1. Introduction People are usually familiar with the concept of purchasing power because it is a fundamental aspect of life and influences numerous economic choices on a daily basis. However, preparation for making appropriate financial decisions remains insufficient.
Sustainable Economic Growth and Land Management: A Case Study on the Role of Tax Legislation in Emerging Markets
1. Introduction The agricultural sector is crucial for Peru’s economic development, especially in the rural areas of the highlands and jungle, where it contributes significantly to economic growth and poverty reduction. However, it faces challenges such as a lack of education and access to basic infrastructure among farmers, which limits their productivity. These problems are due to inefficient farming practices, limited use of technology, and inadequate resource management.
Integrating Digitalization and Asset Health Index for Strategic Life Cycle Cost Analysis of Power Converters
1. Introduction In the context of maintenance management, the life cycle of an item is defined as the “series of states through which an item passes from its conception to its disposal”, as per the maintenance terminology standard UNE-EN 13306:2018 [1]. This study draws on Crespo’s (2007) eight-phase Maintenance Management Model [2], where life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) techniques are integrated into Phase 7 (Figure 1).
Digitalization and Dynamic Criticality Analysis for Railway Asset Management
1. Introduction and Background Rail infrastructure maintenance management faces the challenge of ensuring safe and efficient operations in the face of increasing demand for faster and more reliable transport services. As an essential part of the global transport network, rail infrastructure facilitates the movement of people and goods. In another way, digitalization is revolutionizing asset management by improving the accuracy and efficiency of information handling [1].
Digital Competencies as Predictors of Academic Self-Efficacy: Correlations and Implications for Educational Development
1. Introduction Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have transformed human interactions in a global context where physical distance is increasingly common, whether for work or academic purposes. ICTs facilitate communication between individuals through various media such as telephones and social networks, as well as enabling the exchange of information [1]. However, access to technology does not automatically imply the development of digital skills.
Fostering Entrepreneurial Mindsets: Factors Shaping Student Intentions in a Challenging Economic Landscape
1. Introduction Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Latin America experienced a significant economic revival in 2021, which unfortunately slowed down in 2022 due to adverse international factors, such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the economic slowdown in China [1]. These impacts affected GDP and GDP per capita growth, and the economies raised an average of only 1% per year.
Enhancing Prescriptive Capabilities in Electrical Substations: A Systemic Impact Factor Approach for Failure Impact Analysis
1. Introduction Reliability and resiliency of electrical substations are very important for the effective operation of modern power systems. When the need for electric power increases and the facilities become old, there is a higher likelihood in the chances of failures resulting in large-scale blackouts and massive economic losses. It has encouraged research into failure detection and preventative maintenance in order to anticipate any risk to the substation’s components.
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