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The Musical Memory of Classical Guitarists
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022-11)The main intention of this basic qualitative study was to develop a conceptual understanding of how professional guitarists describe their musical memory, in an attempt to explain what musical memory is from a guitarist’s ... -
Exploring customer retention strategies managers implement in the fast-food industry in the North West province
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)The fast-food industry is a highly competitive industry that is continuously expanding. It is important to implement effective customer retention strategies to ensure that the business has a competitive edge in the industry. ... -
Quantifying the cost of load curtailment on mine dewatering systems
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024)South Africa is experiencing severe electricity supply shortages, leading to rolling blackouts and soaring electricity prices. In response, demand-side management (DSM) measures are crucial to ensure grid stability and to ... -
Ambient and household exposure to particulate matter in a low income settlement
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023-12)Ambient and indoor exposure to particulate matter (PM) is a worldwide health problem, which is most prevalent in developing nations, and typically affects vulnerable groups (elderly, children, and sick people). In South ... -
User-based activity logging and analysis to improve system maintenance
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024)Software maintenance is continuous and forms part of the software development process. Research suggests that 15% of the total software development cost should be allocated to implementing a maintenance model for a software ... -
Fault isolation during transient conditions on a heated two-tank system: a multiway PCA approach
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024)This study aimed to employ a Multiway Principal Component Analysis (MPCA) approach for fault detection and isolation during transient conditions on a benchmark heated two-tank system, which closely resembles a chemical ... -
Plasma gasification of water hyacinth
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024)This study evaluates the feasibility of water hyacinth as a carbon fuel source for energy production, as a waste valorization method. The H-PlasWEn system at NECSA was evaluated as a possible plasma waste-to-energy ... -
Developing a framework for SMME survival based on events during Covid-19 in the Western Cape, South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2024)This study aims to comprehend how certain SMMEs managed to survive, and some even thrived during the Covid pandemic in the Western Cape of South Africa. The impact of the pandemic and the various levels of lockdown in ... -
Exploring the challenges and opportunities associated with artificial intelligence in the South African banking industry
(North-West University (South Africa), 2024)This study investigates the challenges and opportunities introduced by artificial intelligence (AI) in the South African banking industry. Through a comprehensive exploration of current AI applications, challenges in ... -
A holistic feasibility assessment of the South African coal to carbon industry
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024)The coal-to-carbon industry converts beneficiated coal into high-value, non-energy carbon products. South Africa, a coal-dependent developing country, can leverage the coal-to-carbon industry to develop such products from ... -
Supporting practitioners to promote motor development of babies in Early Childhood Care and Education centres: A PALAR approach
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2023-07)This study was a journey of personal and professional learning through a participatory action learning and action research process between community and university co-researchers who formed an action learning group to ... -
Minimising engineering delivery cycle time variability on similar projects: An Eskom Case Study
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024-04)Eskom Generation is experiencing high levels of cycle times variabilities on the delivery of similar engineering deliverables within similar project phases and similar plant areas across different power stations. These ... -
A zero-wastage approach to benchmark energy efficiency on platinum mines
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024-04)The South African mining sector encompasses some of the largest mines in the world. These mines make use of high energy-consuming systems such as compressed air, ventilation, and refrigeration to extract ore from underground. ... -
Performance evaluation of a low-emissions stove using a biomass and coal blend
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024-04)Anthropogenic activities, particularly coal combustion for industrial and domestic purposes, contribute significantly to air pollution, posing severe health risks. In developing countries like South Africa, indoor air ... -
Dynamic control of deep-level mine cooling systems using artificial intelligence
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2024-04)Deep-level mines face high electricity costs, posing a challenge as it significantly impacts production costs, consequently decreasing overall profitability. Complex energy-intensive cooling systems, including ventilation ... -
Exploring the challenges and opportunities associated with artificial intelligence in the South African banking industry
(North-West University (South Africa), 2024-04)This thesis undertakes a comprehensive exploration of logistics performance within the context of South African imports, emphasising the pivotal role of efficient logistics in socio-economic development. Adding to the ... -
Exploring the challenges faced by a university of technology in generating third-stream income
(North-West University (South Africa), 2024-06)The financial sustainability of public universities in South Africa has become uncertain, particularly since the FeesMustFall campaign, leading to changes in government policies on tuition and residence fees. This study ... -
Assessing the role of talent management in manufacturing SMEs' performance in the Gauteng Province during COVID-19
(North-West University (South Africa), 2024)The significant role played by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has been confirmed in both developed and developing countries specifically in terms of economic growth and poverty alleviation. More specifically, ... -
Investigating consumers' brand loyalty in small family-owned businesses in the Stilfontein area, North West Province
(North-West University (South Africa), 2024)The significance of family-owned businesses extends across various domains, encompassing employment, economic contribution, and scholarly interest. Family-owned businesses constitute a substantial portion of the workforce ... -
Exploring the perceived impact of using online and traditional marketing channels by marketing agencies for SMEs in South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2024)In recent years, there has been a significant shift in marketing practices due to advancements in technology and changes in consumer behaviour. Pre-2020 marketing strategies have become outdated as digitalisation now ...
