Journal of business and entrepreneurial studie

Human talent as a fundamental axis of well-being and business success in Ecuador

2025-10-21T11:01:53-04:00

This study explores the relevance of human talent today, as over the years human talent management has shifted toward maintaining the overall well-being of staff, who represent one of the most valuable assets within any organization. Ecuadorian legislation calls for dignified treatment, stability, and motivation for workers, creating more humane and efficient work environments, since proper human talent management not only drives productivity and innovation but also contributes directly to the emotional and professional well-being of employees.

Neuroarchitectural design and its capacity to improve academic performance with special abilities

2025-10-21T11:14:09-04:00

The spatial and psychological relationship of students in classrooms according to academic components currently represents 80% of the student's physical environment throughout their career. 12.45% respond to psychological alterations due to stress and mental exhaustion factors, which is why the study is justified in attempting to create spaces that generate relaxation and comprehensive comfort. In the Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, according to a sample provided by the Student Welfare Department, there is a stress level of more than 68% among FAU students, as determined by a student census, which also revealed the important fact that 5.63% have ASD and psychosensory disorders, which are attributed to their disability. This scientific document will address techniques for establishing comfortable spaces within the Faculty's classroom modules and provide criteria based on cognitive analysis and decision-making. The study evaluates how physical variables in the environment, such as temperature, humidity, and noise, influence the well-being and performance of students at the Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism at the University of Guayaquil. Through systematic measurements, environmental deficiencies that affect comfort and learning were identified. Architectural improvements are proposed that integrate principles of neuroarchitecture and bioclimatic design. However, the focus of this study is characterized by the function of bioclimatic criteria as indicators that contribute to the cognitive comfort of people with ASD and psychosensory disorders within the Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism. It is concluded that the study of individuals' own faculties contributed to deriving criteria for sizing and active contact with natural spaces that led to a 65% reduction in psychosensory disorders and a 50% increase in concentration within the classroom.

Gestión digital y su impacto en la eficiencia y la transparencia de los gobiernos autónomos descentralizados en el ecuador

2025-10-22T09:32:36-04:00

Digital management is central to contemporary administrative modernization, transforming the way Ecuador's Decentralized Autonomous Governments (GADs) operate and interact with citizens. This article critically analyzes how the implementation of digital technologies affects institutional efficiency and government transparency, based on mixed-method research. A non-experimental, cross-sectional design was applied, combining documentary analysis with the evaluation of 45 institutional websites and the statistical processing of secondary data. The results show that, although 100% of the GADs have achieved basic levels of digital presence, only 20% have implemented complete transactional platforms, revealing significant gaps linked to budgetary and territorial factors. In terms of transparency, average compliance with the Organic Law on Transparency and Access to Public Information (LOTAIP) reached 82%, with an emphasis on financial aspects and low coverage of procedural data, confirming a bias toward formal rather than substantive accountability. Likewise, digitization had positive effects: a 77% reduction in processing times, 61.6% savings in administrative costs, and a 2.3-point increase in citizen satisfaction on a scale of ten. It is concluded that digital management has undeniable transformative potential, although it is limited by the digital divide, the lack of specialized talent, and institutional resistance. The adoption of comprehensive strategies that articulate infrastructure, human capacities, and inclusive digital governance is recommended.

Demountable and reusable architecture: promoting a true circular economy in ecuadorian industry

2025-10-28T16:46:38-04:00

The construction industry in Ecuador faces the challenge of transitioning toward a sustainable model that surpasses the linear scheme of extraction, production, and disposal, which is responsible for high resource consumption and significant construction and demolition waste (CDW) generation. This study analyzes the feasibility of implementing demountable and reusable architecture as a strategy to foster a true circular economy in the sector. Based on a mixed-method approach with a predominantly qualitative design and supporting quantitative analysis, the research included a documentary review of regulatory frameworks, official statistics, and international studies, complemented by semi-structured interviews with key industry stakeholders. Findings indicate that between 2015 and 2022, CDW generation and virgin material consumption exhibited an upward trend, confirming the dependency on traditional building models. However, prospective scenario modeling suggests that adopting design for disassembly principles could reduce waste generation by 33.3% by 2030, while also creating a secondary market for reusable materials. The evaluation of local resources highlighted Guadua bamboo and cross-laminated timber as the most promising materials due to their low carbon footprint and ease of reuse. These results demonstrate that demountable architecture is not only environmentally feasible but also offers economic and social opportunities by recovering ancestral knowledge and promoting sustainable value chains. The study concludes that transitioning to this paradigm represents a strategic pathway for ensuring resilience, innovation, and sustainability in Ecuador’s construction industry.

Microeconomic Determinants of Youth Unemployment in Ecuador: An analysis with data from the ENEMDU 2024 fourth quarter

2025-10-29T10:33:22-04:00

This study examines the microeconomic determinants of youth unemployment in Ecuador using representative data from ENEMDU 2024-IV. The objective is to model the unemployment probability for individuals aged 18 to 29 through weighted logistic regression incorporating complex survey design (clusters, strata, and expansion factors).

Key sociodemographic variables (residence area, gender, age, household head status, education level, ethnic minority status, and marital status) were selected, and assumptions of multicollinearity, logit linearity, and goodness of fit were validated. The findings provide a robust methodological framework and recommendations for public policy aimed at enhancing youth labor market integration.

Sustainability in ecuadorian exports, as part of the 4.0 revolution in the coffee sector

2025-11-05T10:26:33-05:00

The present work aims to analyze Ecuadorian coffee exports from a sustainability perspective in the agro-industrial sector for the period 2021-2023, and to show the impact of these exports on the economic, environmental and social spheres. A non-exploratory and descriptive design was used with a qualitative approach to data collection such as the interview, where issues of coffee exports and sustainability were addressed. The 4.0 revolution and sustainability not only influence the environment, but also contribute to the country's economy by showing how Ecuadorian coffee exports must move towards sustainable practices in their production to be efficient in their yields. Alternatively, their participation in international fairs allows them to know, get involved and develop certifications that position them in the international market. Finally, it is concluded that today's technologies are crucial for competitiveness in the international market.