Mónica Fernanda Aranibar

This study examines the influence of planning phase factors on the benefits derived from process reengineering within a higher education institution, specifically in the Treasury area. The impact of integrating Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), training, and senior management commitment is evaluated through a quantitative, exploratory, and cross-sectional research approach. A structural equation modeling (SEM) framework encompassing four dimensions and a general hypothesis was utilized. A survey consisting of 87 items was administered to a sample of 564 users to measure the presence of the proposed dimensions during the planning phase. The instrument’s validation was conducted through exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, using partial least squares (PLS) modeling. The results indicate that the integration of ICT has a significant and strong impact on both user and organizational benefits. The instrument validation achieved satisfactory reliability results for the measurement, structural, and global models, with indices exceeding .70. However, the Training dimension was excluded due to construct validity and collinearity issues.

El burnout es un factor de riesgo psicosocial que se ha convertido en un tema importante a estudiar en el ámbito académico. El uso cada vez mayor de las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación en la educación superior, genera sobrecarga tecnológica, invasión tecnológica y adicción tecnológica. El objetivo de esta investigación es evaluar cómo las variables antes mencionadas influyen en el burnout académico. El instrumento fue contestado en línea por 279 estudiantes. Se realizó un análisis con ecuaciones estructurales para validar el instrumento y evaluar las hipótesis establecidas. Los resultados obtenidos validaron las tres hipótesis, lo que coincide con investigaciones anteriores.

Este estudio examina cómo el control de impulso y el perfil económico financiero influyen en la obsesión compulsiva de compras de adultos. Se empleó una metodología cuantitativa con modelación estructural para analizar datos de 499 participantes. Los resultados revelan que tanto el control de impulso como el perfil económico financiero afectan significativamente la obsesión compulsiva de compras. Este trabajo es innovador, ya que aborda la falta de estudios sobre compras compulsivas en países en desarrollo como México. La investigación destaca la necesidad de programas de salud mental que permitan el control de la oniomanía.

Background: Psychosocial risk factors affecting the welfare of workers are present to varying degrees in all workplaces. In the context of universities, these risk factors negatively impact good teaching practices and, therefore, the learning process in classrooms, ultimately affecting student performance. Moreover, these risk factors could generate stress, anxiety, and absenteeism among teachers. Objective: The primary objective of this article is to examine the influence of psychosocial risk factors, including communication at work, work environment conditions, and control over work, on good teaching practices in online courses. This analysis is performed using data from the higher education sector in northwest México. Methods: The Reference Guide (GRII), created by the Official Mexican Standard (NOM-035), and a questionnaire on good teaching practices were applied to a sample of 253 teachers from the participating population. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) were conducted. Finally, structural equation modeling (SEM) was employed to assess the hypothesized relationships among constructs. Results: The most important results of our study are that communication at work had a direct and positive effect on the work environment conditions and control over work. Additionally, these last two factors presented a direct and positive impact on good teaching practices. Conclusions: After reviewing the outcomes of the structural model, it was concluded that understanding the relationships demonstrated in this study provides educational institutions with valuable information to implement well-defined strategies for achieving healthier working conditions for teachers, which in turn positively impacts good teaching practices in online courses.

Objective: The primary objective is to evaluate how these factors influence the efficiency and effectiveness of Procurement Management in this specific context. Theoretical Framework: This study investigates Procurement Management in Public Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) in Baja California, with a comprehensive focus on Legal Regulations, Information Technology, Human Capital, and Transparency. Method: Using a quantitative, cross-sectional approach, the study applied factor analysis and linear regression to identify interconnections and determine the magnitude of each factor’s influence on the efficiency and effectiveness of Procurement Management within PHEIs. Results and Discussion: The results highlight the importance of proper application of legal regulations in optimizing procurement processes. Additionally, it was found that defining appropriate profiles and competencies for involved personnel is crucial to ensure correct application of these guidelines and efficient resource management. The analysis also showed that transparency in procurement management, when supported by a clear regulatory framework, significantly impacts improved accountability and resource optimization. Research Implications: Effective implementation of a robust procurement management system in Public Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) carries professional implications across multiple key dimensions for institutional functionality and efficiency. These implications are essential to ensure that PHEIs not only comply with legal requirements but also optimize resources to generate greater institutional and academic value. Originality/Value: These findings underscore the need for an integrated approach that combines regulatory, technological, and human aspects to strengthen the capacity of PHEIs in Baja California to manage their procurement processes more effectively.

La pandemia de COVID-19, que comenzó a principios de 2020, no solo alteró radicalmente la vida cotidiana, sino que también provocó un cambio sin precedentes en el ámbito educativo. Las instituciones educativas de todo el mundo se vieron obligadas a cerrar sus puertas físicas y a migrar rápidamente a modalidades de enseñanza en línea. Este cambio repentino no solo desafió las capacidades tecnológicas de las escuelas y universidades, sino que también puso a prueba las habilidades socioemocionales tanto de los estudiantes como de los docentes, así como las competencias pedagógicas necesarias para gestionar esta nueva realidad.

Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate savings habits to understand the impact of demographic transition from a scarcity perspective, affecting individuals' economic stability. Theoretical Framework: The study focuses on a combination of economic theories and case studies, including demographic analysis, elderly poverty, and savings habits. A systematic review of scientific literature was conducted to contextualize the findings and position this research within the existing theoretical framework. Method: This research employs a quantitative, exploratory, and cross-sectional approach to explore and understand the impact of promoting savings within organizations for employees' economic well-being, utilizing databases from NCOA, CONEVAL, WHO, OECD, UN, and INEGI. A systematic literature review and a situational diagnosis were performed. Results and Discussion: The study's results underscore the importance of encouraging savings and highlight the need for implementing retirement savings strategies and programs within organizations. This ensures a dignified old age for employees and contributes to poverty alleviation by creating favorable scenarios. Implications: The professional implications of these findings are significant. Organizations that implement retirement savings programs and train their employees can expect improvements in employee engagement and performance. Originality/Value: This study contributes to promoting savings programs within organizations for their employees as part of social progress and sustainable development, ensuring financial stability in old age through the implementation of these retirement savings strategies and programs.

Actualmente, la educación financiera es crucial para la toma de decisiones económicas informadas. El objetivo de esta investigación es explorar el impacto que tiene la educación financiera en el bienestar financiero de los empleados de las organizaciones. Este estudio se desarrolla con un enfoque cualitativo, exploratorio y transversal, utilizando bases de datos de INEGI, CONCANACO y la OCDE. Se realizó una revisión sistemática de la literatura y un diagnóstico situacional. El estudio se enfoca en una combinación de teorías económicas y prácticas financieras, abarcando el análisis de la alfabetización financiera a nivel mundial, la consolidación de la educación financiera, el crecimiento y desarrollo económico, la transición generacional de la educación financiera, el ahorro, la inversión, el manejo de deudas y los tensores financieros. Además, resalta la importancia de fomentar el desarrollo de la conciencia y la gestión eficiente de los recursos financieros, contribuyendo a aliviar la pobreza, promover el progreso social y alcanzar un desarrollo sostenible. Los hallazgos evidencian mejoras considerables que se lograrían con una población financieramente educada, contribuyendo no solo al bienestar organizacional a través de su capital humano, sino también a una economía más estable y resiliente. La alfabetización financiera conduce al uso eficiente de los recursos económicos. Una sociedad con educación financiera es una sociedad económicamente próspera y saludable.

Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate digital compulsive buying, aiming to understand its impact on mental health and economic well-being post-pandemic. Theoretical Framework: This section presents the main concepts and theories underpinning the research. Theories of consumer behavior and the influences of marketing and culture are highlighted, providing a solid foundation for understanding the research context. Method: The methodology adopted for this research comprises a systematic review of the phenomenon. Data collection was conducted through the analysis of previous studies and the evaluation of sociodemographic variables such as age, gender, and socioeconomic context. Results and Discussion: The results obtained revealed that digital compulsive buying is related to emotional and social factors and has a significant impact on mental health. In the discussion section, these results are contextualized in light of the theoretical framework, highlighting the identified implications and relationships. Research Implications: The practical and theoretical implications of this research are discussed, providing information on how the results can be applied in marketing and public health. These implications could encompass the need for emotional and financial education. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by providing a systematic review of the impact of digital compulsive buying post-pandemic. The relevance and value of this research are evidenced in how the results can impact the field of marketing and mental health.

Actualmente en el sector de industrias maquiladoras y el sector educativo se realizan acciones para lograr el bienestar y desarrollo de los colaboradores y docentes. Uno de los principales factores que se deben analizar son el liderazgo en conjunto con elementos internos de la organización que impactan en el entorno laboral dando como resultado una alta o baja productividad. El objetivo principal de la investigación es determinar los estilos de liderazgo de que predomina en mujeres tanto en las empresas maquiladoras como en centros de educación en Baja California y su impacto en el entorno laboral. La metodología utilizada es cuantitativa, transversal y se utilizó un cuestionario con 120 ítems en escala de Likert consta de los puntos: datos sociodemográficos y de los tipos de estilos de liderazgos siguientes: visionario, coaching, afiliativo, democrático, timonel y autoritario, así como los factores del entorno laboral: motivación laboral, condiciones laborales, factores psicosociales, formación de colaboradores, y la integración de colaboradores. Como resultado se identifica, que los modelos de estilos de liderazgo más compatibles de los seis estudiados y que impactan más positivamente al entorno laboral, son el estilo de liderazgo democrático y el liderazgo visionario, con los cuales se logra obtener un entorno laboral más favorable, sin embargo, el liderazgo que más predomina es el visionario.