IOSR-JBM   Volume-27 ~ Issue-2 ~ February 2025

Abstract: Background: This longitudinal study analyzes the performance of a small restaurant in the countryside of Rio Grande do Sul over ten years, covering economic and health crises. Method: The research employs a qualitative approach with a case study and longitudinal analysis, focusing on the company's annual reports from 2013 to 2022. The methodology includes interviews with the manager, an analysis of accounting documents, and a review of journalistic news, allowing for a detailed understanding of managerial decisions and the impacts of crises..........

Keywords: Economic crisis; Health crisis; Performance; Accounting information.

[1]. Lucinda MA. Análise E Melhoria De Processos - Uma Abordagem Prática Para Micro E Pequenas Empresas. Editora Simplíssimo. 2016.
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[3]. Atrill P, Mclaney E. Contabilidade Gerencial Para Tomada De Decisão. Editora Saraiva. 2017.
[4].Osni MR. Introdução À Contabilidade Gerencial. Editora Saraiva. 2017.
[5]. Partyka A. Financial Performance Of SME Enterprises As An Engine Of Polish Entrepreneurship. Transborder Economics. International Journal On Transborder Economics, Finance, Politics And Statistics. 2024; 5(1); 23–33.

Abstract: Background: The bauxite residue, also known as red mud, is a byproduct of the bauxite beneficiation process through the Bayer method, generated in large volumes and with significant environmental challenges. To minimize its impacts, this study proposes the production of synthetic coarse aggregates (SCA) from this residue, aiming for its application in Portland cement structural concrete. Materials and Methods: The production process involved a preliminary step and three optimization cycles, with tests for evaluating chemical composition, bulk density, granulometry, shape index, water absorption, mechanical strength, and durability..........

Keywords: Synthetic coarse aggregate; bauxite residue; production cycles, tests.

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Abstract: Background: Technological development, although essential for progress, is intrinsically linked to the exploitation of natural resources and the generation of waste, especially in sectors such as mining, steel production, and construction. Materials and Methods: In this context, with the aim of promoting sustainability in construction, this research evaluated the potential of copper ore and steel industry waste as aggregates in concrete.Results: The waste, sourced from the Carajás region (PA), was characterized by granulometry and X-ray diffraction (XRD), and incorporated at different levels (0%, 15%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%) into concrete mixes with Portland cement CP V-ARI. Slump, water absorption, and axial compressive strength tests were conducted..........

Keywords: Sustainability; Waste utilization; Concrete aggregates; Circular economy.

[1]. Ramos TS Et Al. Impactos Socioambientais Decorrentes Da Mineração: Uma Revisão Sistemática Da Literatura. Revista Brasileira De Gestão Ambiental E Sustentabilidade, V. 9, N. 2, P. 189-204, 2022.
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Abstract: Background: The mining and steel industries are sectors that provide great economic boosts to the nations that develop them. However, these sectors generate large quantities of unusable materials that are discarded and generate accumulations, which can be seen as passive problems in contrast to demands for sustainable practices.
Materials and Methods: Visualizing this situation, a bibliographical survey was carried out to describe aspects related to the industrial sectors of mining, steel and civil construction, focusing on scientific production for the reuse of materials rejected during reincorporation as aggregates in the production of Portland cement matrix composites.........

Keywords: Concrete; Sustainable Development Indicators; Iron and Steel Industry; Mining; Aggregate.

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Abstract: Background: The application of the concepts of reverse logistics is growing in several industrial branches, given the demands generated by the environmental impacts caused. Looking especially at the civil construction industry, the use of solid waste can guarantee the maintenance and control of the sector, given the potential and forms of insertion by the various industrial layers. Materials and Methods: Thus, allied to this, we sought to evaluate the use of residues of ethylene and propylene polymers as construction materials. Initially, the residues were characterized by physical and chemical means; these being inserted in the production of cementitious mortars, by substituting percentages of the natural fine aggregate. The replacement contents of the natural aggregate were 0, 5, 10 and 20%, based on a single line and adopted pattern..........

Keywords: Reuse; Plastic waste; Polymer; Cement mortar; Microstructure.

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Abstract: Background: Geographical Indications (GIs) in Brazil play a crucial role in the protection and valorization of products that have distinct characteristics in their origin and provenance in certain regions. To ensure the effectiveness and legal security of these protections, it is essential to consolidate the guidelines and procedures for their registration. This article aims to present and discuss the guidelines and procedures for the registration of geographical indications in Brazil, aiming to contribute to the consolidation and strengthening of the GI protection system in Brazil.........

Keywords: Geographical Indication; Brazil; Standards; Registration

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Abstract: In Kenya where the hotel industry injects KShs. 200B into the economy and most depends on tourists and travelers, the impact of Covid-19 pandemic is huge and is already being felt in the industry as well as other industries associated with it. Strategic readiness to continue operating while managing the pandemic is, therefore, important. However, the strategic readiness of the hotel industry key actors has not been established as yet. The purpose of this paper was.........

Keywords: Strategic Readiness, Hotel Industry Key Actors, Human Resource Training Readiness, Competitiveness

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