Quantitative Data Gathering Methods and Techniques

Salhin, Ahmed; Kyiu, Anthony; Porter, Catherine; Valantasis-Kanellos, Nikolaos; König, Christian

doi:10.23912/978-1-910158-88-3-3226

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“…Equally, it was clear to us that resilience should possess the characteristics of measurability, i.e., the resilience framework would need to be able to quantify the variable factors in numerical, logically computational form. This is in line with the dictates of quantitative empirical explorations, whose outputs must be computable, independent, numerical data that can be statistically analysed (Hassani et al, 2011;Salhin et al, 2016). Accordingly, the conceptual CRMM framework we set out in this article seeks to combine strengths found in various existing cybersecurity frameworks into a quantitative framework that can guide the design of instruments to allow logical computation of various effects or variables.…”

Section: Research Phases: Design and Refinement Of A Crmm Frameworkmentioning

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Conceptual Design of a Cybersecurity Resilience Maturity Measurement (CRMM) Framework

Mbanaso

Abrahams

Apene

2019

Afr. j. inf. commun. (Online)

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African countries are at high risk with respect to cybersecurity breaches and are experiencing substantial financial losses. Amongst the top cybersecurity frameworks, many focus on guidelines with respect to detection, protection and response, but few offer formal frameworks for measuring actual cybersecurity resilience. This article presents the conceptual design for a cybersecurity resilience maturity measurement (CRMM) framework to be applied in organisations, notably for critical information infrastructure (CII), as part of cyber risk management treatment.The African Journal of Information and Communication (AJIC) 2 Mbanaso, Abrahams and Apene

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Section: Research Phases: Design and Refinement Of A Crmm Frameworkmentioning

confidence: 70%

Conceptual Design of a Cybersecurity Resilience Maturity Measurement (CRMM) Framework

Mbanaso

Abrahams

Apene

2019

Afr. j. inf. commun. (Online)

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“…The study employed the survey research design. This research design was adopted as it helps to provide explanations to study phenomenon, attitudes, and opinions, as well as provide study results that could be inferred on the entire study population (Salhin et al, 2016;Mathiyazhaga and Nandan, 2010;Collis and Hussey, 2014;Kpolovie, 2016).…”

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confidence: 99%

Computerized Accounting Systems: Measuring Structural Characteristics

2020

RJFA

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This study aimed to develop a standard measurement tool for the effective assessment of computerized accounting systems (CAS) quality and effectiveness based on systems theory, in terms of their structural characteristics or functional components. The researcher identified five structural characteristics (components or subsystems) of CAS, namely internal controls, automated data-processing, relational database, automated reporting, and enhancing technologies components. The operationalization of these structural characteristics resulted in a 25-item index that forms the measurement tool developed. The 25-item index was constructed based on the review of prior literature to ensure content validity. The CAS measurement tool was administered to 384 active members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) through an online survey, and 234 useful responses were collected and analyzed to test the validity and reliability of the measurement tool. The researcher assessed the construct validity of the CAS measurement developed using the exploratory factor analysis, and the internal and external reliability using the Cronbach's alpha test of consistency and test-retest statistics, respectively. The results of the study suggest that the CAS measurement tool developed has strong content and construct validity as well as high internal and external reliability. It is, therefore, believed that the tool would yield valid and reliable results when employed in the assessment of computerized accounting systems. The study is significant as it introduces a new approach to assessing the quality of accounting information systems in terms of their structural characteristics instead of qualitative characteristics such as perceived advantages and ease-of-use of the systems. Further research is suggested to confirm the validity and reliability of the CAS measurement tool presented in this study.

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“…The survey methodology was employed in this study, basically due to its advantages of inexpensiveness, quick data gathering, and allowance for empirical inferences (Kpolovie, 2016;Salhin et al, 2016;Totten, Panacek & Price, 1999). The 25-item CAS measurement tool developed by Itang (2020a) was adopted for assessing the quality of computerized accounting systems, while the scale employed by Kalay and Lynn (2016, p. 137) was adopted for assessing organizational structure in terms of centralization (6 items) and formalization (4 items).…”

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Influence of Organizational Structure on the Quality of Computerized Accounting Systems among Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria

2020

RJFA

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This study examined the influence of organizational structure on the quality of computerized accounting systems among small and medium enterprises in Nigeria. The method employed in the research was the survey methodology with the use of self-completed questionnaires administered to accounting/finance personnel, each from the sample of 370 firms selected from the population of 9,276 SMEs within the south-south region of Nigeria. The research data was analyzed using frequencies and the Pearson Product-Moment Correlation that was subjected to a t-transformation test. The results of the study indicate that there is a positive relationship between organizational structure and the quality of computerized accounting systems among SMEs, and that, overall, organizational structure has a positive influence on the quality of computerized accounting systems. This result implies that the form of organizational structure practiced by firms play significant role in determining the quality of their computerized accounting systems. Those managing SMEs as well as other practitioners and scholars would find the results of this study useful. The researcher has also suggested areas for further research that would help revalidate or extend the outcome of this study.

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Quantitative Data Gathering Methods and Techniques

Cited by 5 publications

References 2 publications

Conceptual Design of a Cybersecurity Resilience Maturity Measurement (CRMM) Framework

Conceptual Design of a Cybersecurity Resilience Maturity Measurement (CRMM) Framework

Computerized Accounting Systems: Measuring Structural Characteristics

Influence of Organizational Structure on the Quality of Computerized Accounting Systems among Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria

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