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This research aims to test the possibility of designing, providing and monitoring the training service in accordance with the requirements of clauses (8, 10, 13) of ISO 29993:2017 in order to know the size of the gap between the requirements of these clauses of the standard and the actual reality in the training and development center of the Ministry of Construction, Housing and Public Municipalities. Which was chosen as a research sample. The research adopts a case study approach using the Check List as a data collection tool. Statistical methods were used to obtain the research results, represented by (the arithmetic mean and percentage to determine non-conformity and the actual size of the gap). The check list included Three axes, which are as follows (designing the training service, providing the training service, monitoring and evaluating the training service), as they are considered the main stages of the training process. The research reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that there is a gap between the actual reality of the researched center and the requirements of clauses (8, 10, 13) of the specification, as the total gap reached (34%) and is due to several long-established reasons that were diagnosed, while the percentage of conformity reached (66%). This is due to the center’s interest in the requirements of providing the training service.

The research recommended the necessity of applying the requirements of learning service providers outside formal education in accordance with ISO 29993:2017 to ensure the provision of high-quality training services and giving importance to the subject of documentation by directing departments to document all the operations they carry out in accordance with procedures, work instructions, or records to prove application.

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The research aims to clarify the role of strategic planning in training and developing human resources and its effective role on the organization in question. Of importance and specificity, as this sector is affected by a set of political, economic and geographic factors that play an important role in shaping the vision, mission and goals of this organization. Therefore, this research started from a problem expressed with an intellectual and applied question, and then diagnosed the level of its importance, impact, and the possibility of its application in organizations, and then applying this study. The study used a set of statistical analyzes and tests using statistical programs, where the sample consisted of (120) employees at different administrative levels who were randomly selected from various departments (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) who are related to the training and development process. The study reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that most training programs are short-term, and this type may not benefit the trainee in all cases, as the training needs must be determined and then allocate the necessary and sufficient time for training

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This research aims to highlight the role of human resource training in improving productivity within the animal wealth sector. The theoretical aspect of the research addresses the topic of human resource training as an independent variable, and artificial insemination/animal wealth department as a dependent variable, with 70 employees.

A questionnaire was used as a data collection tool and distributed to the research sample of employees. It contained a set of questions for the research variables, formulated according to a five-point Likert scale, for employees to answer. The data was analyzed using simple linear regression and Pearson correlation coefficient via SPSS V24 software to determine the nature and type of correlation and the impact between the studied variables.

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           Research aims to Know range the human resources development for the electronic management application in the General Traffic Directorate, the research sample, and to clarify the relationship between human resources development variables, such as training management, skills and improving competency for employees, and the application of electronic management, A questionnaire was prepared for the research sample and distributed to a group of administrative and technical staff working in the Traffic Directorate, the research sample to Know range the human resources development in order to apply electronic management without deviations, The research hypothesis came with two main hypotheses: the correlation hypothesis and the impact hypothesis, Through the researcher's field visit to the Directorate, he found a weakness in developing its human resources, The General Directorate of Traffic is of the important directorates in the country, as the Ministry of Interior relies on it to provide services to citizens, which is witnessing a high demand by citizens, which makes it necessary to think In improving the provision of its services and facing the weakness of the application of electronic management by paying Interest to the human resources development, and this is the research problem.

       The most important conclusions and recommendations There is a weakness in the training programs provided by the Directorate of the research sample because the Directorate does not prepare training programs to meet the requirements of the workers, so the researcher recommends the need for a strategic planning for the development of human resources and their attachment to the electronic management in the Traffic Directorate, research sample, Increasing the training programs provided by the Directorate to improve the skills and abilities of employees.

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The article considers the historical foundations of Iraq for ensuring environmental and economic sustainability in the context of digitalization. The article presents facts about the contribution of the thousand-year-old culture of Iraq to world culture and the relevance of this contribution in solving the problems of sustainable development. A critical assessment of training technologies and the application of popular neural networks is given. It is proposed to use the experience of Belarus in planning and implementing strategic projects in Belarus in relation to the conditions of global digitalization and to use the results of Belarusian scientists in linguistic analysis of texts to create national neural networks. The importance of an ecosystem approach in solving the problems of socio-economic development of the country is emphasized. The relevance and necessity of appropriate training of personnel for the digital economy, the most important part of which in modern conditions is digital culture and the formation of a national market for high-quality data is substantiated.

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The research sought to demonstrate the role of electronic accounting programs in the efficiency of regulatory performance within Iraqi private companies. It relied on the descriptive analytical approach to describe its theoretically proposed variables, and then collected the questionnaire that had been directed to a number of individuals working in the companies under study, who formed the research sample, numbering (391). After testing the proposed hypotheses, and analyzing them according to the SPSS program, the research conclusions were as follows: There is a significant role for electronic accounting on the efficiency of regulatory performance in the Al-Tamimi Group for Engineering Industries in Baghdad as one of the Iraqi industrial companies, and there are significant differences between the average answers of the sample members about the role of electronic accounting programs in the efficiency of regulatory performance according to the variable of the number of years of experience. Accordingly, the research recommended providing a training program on electronic accounting programs with the aim of exchanging knowledge and experiences on electronic accounting programs, training auditors and accountants to practice the process of controlling accounting information technology, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to do their work in the best possible way, enhancing the use of electronic accounting, and applying it correctly to improve the quality and efficiency of auditing operations.

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Human development is the process of expanding individuals' choices and capabilities, enabling them to achieve better and more productive lives. Human development is essential for poverty reduction, as it helps empower the poor by providing them with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to improve their lives.

Human development helps improve individuals' health by providing healthcare and proper nutrition. This, in turn, leads to increased productivity and reduced medical costs. Human development also contributes to job creation by supporting small and medium-sized enterprises and providing vocational training.Governments, international organizations, and civil society must invest in human development by providing healthcare, education, and vocational training, and by promoting community participation by involving the poor in decision-making that affects their lives. Human development is a powerful tool for poverty reduction. By investing in human development, we can build more just and prosperous societies.

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Universities worldwide have recognized the challenges of digital transformation in the face of rapid technological advancements, which have become an integral part of the educational system for all academic programs. This integration brings numerous advantages to all stakeholders in the educational process. Traditional methods, techniques, and tools have become outdated, prompting universities to enter into agreements with specialized global companies in technology, software, and tools. These agreements aim to equip their infrastructure for the educational process across various academic programs and disciplines, building knowledge and skills for students and preparing them for the job market in the era of digital transformation affecting all sectors.

Digital transformation is no longer an option but a necessity for institutions striving to enhance their efficiency and ensure their sustainability. The rapid growth of digital technology, advancements in smart devices and systems, increased data processing capabilities, and artificial intelligence have led to revolutionary changes. Dealing with the digital society requires investment in human resources and competencies possessing digital skills, capabilities, passion, ambition, and dialogue. This entails adopting a comprehensive approach to teaching methods, focusing on future requirements.

As mentioned earlier, digital transformation has become an urgent necessity that educational institutions seek to establish and dedicate. Educational technologies and digital platforms are not just concepts; they are now essential practices for the educational and learning processes. Universities need to leverage digital technologies to improve educational processes and practices, enhance learner and teacher experiences, and support the creation of effective and enduring educational models. Digital transformation helps universities operate more efficiently, remain competitive in global rankings and accreditations, and succeed in preparing learners for digital work environments.

In this context, digitization is a necessity in higher education institutions, attracting top students and improving the experience of courses, educational materials, and training processes in general. It enables monitoring and tracking to identify obstacles and challenges in training and reduce the risk of dropout. However, hesitation in understanding and seizing opportunities to move towards this digital environment still exists. It is essential for digital transformation to align with communication principles, ensuring its commitment to meet the expectations of various groups interested in economic, social, and environmental dimensions.

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The research aims to identify the impact of organizational development in its five dimensions, which are (training and developing employees' skills, systems and policies followed, technological methods and tools, organizational structure, analysis of conditions and keeping pace with various environmental variables) on job performance in the General Directorate of Vocational Education. The research problem was represented by asking the question: What is the impact of organizational development in its dimensions on job performance? The study of research variables was chosen due to the novelty and importance of these variables. A main hypothesis was formulated for the research, which stated that there is no statistically significant relationship of influence of organizational development on job performance. The study was conducted in the Ministry of Education / General Directorate of Vocational Education. The research community was represented by the employees of that directorate, numbering (351) employees, and the research sample was (88) employees. As for the means of collecting data, it was done using a questionnaire and personal interviews. The statistical program (SPSS-V.26) was used to analyze the data. The most prominent results reached by the research was the existence of a positive impact of organizational development on job performance in the General Directorate of Vocational Education, and that the most influential dimension of organizational development on job performance is the dimension of training and developing employees' skills. The study recommended providing an appropriate financial budget to carry out the continuous updating of the technological methods used in the directorate in order to ensure the institution’s organizational reconstruction and to bring about major behavioral and technological changes.

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This study aims to serve the community by diagnosing a problem facing the Dowaly Private Hospital, represented by employee turnover. In this study, the problem of employee turnover was linked to human resources management practices, which include: estimating the need for human resources, job design, recruitment policies, training, development, performance appraisal, wages, incentives, and benefits. The study approach is an exploratory approach that relies on collecting as much information as possible to arrive at a diagnosis of the causes. The questionnaire was used as a tool for collecting data, in addition to personal interviews as a supporting tool for interpreting the results. The questionnaire was distributed to a random sample of (54) hospital employees. The statistical program (SPSS) was used to analyze the results. The research found that wages are the most common problem faced by working individuals, followed by estimating the need for human resources, incentives, benefits, job design, development, and performance appraisal, respectively. As for training and recruitment policies, they are at a high level at Dowaly Private Hospital. The study presented a set of recommendations that may reduce the problem of employee turnover that the Dowaly Private Hospital suffers from.     

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The study dealt with diagnosing the quality of the external auditor's performance in view of international auditing standards and external environment variables. The study was based on a main hypothesis that states “the process of raising the quality of the external auditor’s performance and ensuring the fairness and objectivity of professional opinion within the auditor’s report that reflects the essence of control practices requires professional, technical and strict adherence to international auditing standards with consider the integrate with the external environment variables surrounding the entity subject to auditing" . In order to achieve the objectives of the study and test the validity of the hypotheses related to it, the researcher adopted the descriptive (correlational) approach, which aims to know the size and type of relationship between the variables, that is, to what extent the study variables are related to each other, sub-hypotheses were derived, which confirm the existence of a moral correlation with statistically significant between the international auditing standards and quality of the external auditor's performance, the external environment variables and quality of the external auditor's performance. This requires adoption a number of tools, including formulating and designing the questionnaire form in an accurate manner and making use of some previous studies in the process of designing that questionnaire in order to cover all study variables in a way that represents the study community correctly.
The study reached a set of conclusions and recommendations, the most important of which are , one of the most important determinants of the success of external audit practices and achieving quality in the auditing performance is that the task must assign to a professional and competent external auditor possessing a number of personal qualities , scientific and professional qualifications, including integrity, objectivity and transparency in expressing a professional opinion , as addressed by the international auditing standard that requires exercising professional care, availability of skill, competence and training in the external auditor, he must possess the ability to understand international auditing standards and the conditions for their application, possess impartiality in the process of gathering evidence, familiarity with the affairs of the entity subject to auditing and the nature of its relationship with other external bodies. He must also possess a tendency of professional skepticism, which indicates alertness to cases that may indicate the possibility of a misrepresentation due to an error or fraud and critical evaluation of evidence , In addition to these features, the external auditor requires accuracy in determining the entity to which the auditor’s report are directed and justice in formulating this report as it is considered a link between the auditor and the needs and requirements of many users, including senior management, investors and creditors, in order to contribute to strengthening corporate governance and facilitate the process of making decision.

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Sustainable development refers to the rational use and efficient investment of resources to ensure biological and environmental balance while preserving the rights of future generations. Entrepreneurship is a powerful and effective tool for achieving this development. The Iraqi Ministry of Planning has approved the 2030 Sustainable Development Strategy in accordance with the agenda launched by the United Nations. Therefore, this research aims to shed light on the available capabilities, challenges facing sustainable development, and the levels of achievement of its goals.

Iraq is still lagging behind in achieving the seventeen Sustainable Development Goals, and this requires attention. A national strategy should be adopted to revitalize all sectors and encourage innovation, while supporting and improving youth training opportunities and creating job opportunities commensurate with their academic and professional qualifications. Work should also be done to achieve social peace and reform budgeting systems for programs to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

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The purpose of this study is to look into how internal control and auditing procedures affect financial performance in state-owned firms.

The study focuses on the function of these technologies in increasing financial transparency, lowering financial risks, and optimizing resource allocation in public sector organizations. It also investigates the importance of internal audits in discovering errors and financial manipulation, as well as the obstacles associated with adopting these systems in the public sector. The primary premise of this study is that efficient implementation of internal control and auditing systems improves financial performance in state-owned firms by increasing transparency, lowering financial risks, and achieving better resource allocation. A descriptive analytical technique was utilized to collect qualitative and quantitative data from financial managers and internal auditors in state-owned firms using questionnaires and interviews. In addition, financial data and yearly reports were examined to identify the relationship between internal control and auditing systems and financial results. The research hypothesis was supported using statistical tools such as variance analysis and correlation analysis. One of the research's primary results is that effective use of internal control and auditing systems improves financial performance by increasing transparency, minimizing financial errors, and optimizing resource allocations. Furthermore, senior management's backing is vital to these systems' success. The research's crucial direction is to improve and develop internal control and auditing systems in state-owned firms by offering ongoing staff training and implementing new technologies to improve these systems' performance. Beyond that, complete support from top management should be ensured in order to assure the achievement of financial goals and the elimination of operational financial risks.

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The research focuses on calculating the expected credit risks according to the IFRS9 9 standard and how to apply this standard in the National Bank of Iraq. IFRS9 9 is an accounting standard that deals with the classification, financial value of financial assets and the management of risks related to them. Modern accounting standards require considering the financial risks of loans and other financial products owned by the bank. The IFRS9 9 standard aims to supply a comprehensive credit risk management system and supply a probable estimate of expected losses on loans and other financial products. The process of calculating the expected credit risk by the IFRS9 9 standard includes several main steps. First, financial products should be classified according to the degree of expected risk. This classification is based on the quantitative and qualitative information relevant to the bank and the credit risk assessment for each category. After that, the expected credit size for each category is decided based on forecasting models and risk estimates. These models are based on a set of accounting, economic and business standards. Historical data and current information are used to decide the expected credit volume and the possible risks entailed by financial portfolios. According to accounting standards, banks must include the expected credit volume in periodic financial reports and constantly update it. This helps third parties, such as investors and regulators, to understand the bank's exposure to credit risks and the efficiency of the bank's risk management. This process is reflected in the volume of credit applied at the National Bank of Iraq by improving the bank's understanding of credit risks and thus the ability to make better decisions in granting loans and managing risks. The aim of this research is to study the calculation of expected credit risks following the IFRS9 9 standard and analyze their impact on the credit volume in its application at the National Bank of Iraq. The focus is on understanding the details of the standard and how to apply it to improve risk management and make better decisions in granting loans. Through this research, we have concluded that calculating the expected credit risks by IFRS9 contributes to enhancing the bank's understanding of credit risks and improving its efficiency in risk management, and the correct application of the standard helps in supplying more transparent and predictable financial reporting of potential losses. Based on the findings, there are some recommendations for improving risk management at the National Bank of Iraq and applying the IFRS9 standard. The bank should strengthen its technical capabilities to collect and analyze financial data and credit ratings in a more correct and effective manner, and the bank should supply continuous training to employees on the standard and methods of its implementation and the use of proper predictive models to calculate the expected credit risks. Finally, the bank should give financial reports in an organized and transparent manner, explaining the expected credit volume and the potential risks entailed by this volume. This will help investors and regulators understand the extent of the bank's exposure to credit risks and the efficiency of the bank's risk management.

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     With increasing environmental pressures and resource scarcity, the transition from the linear “take-make-dispose” model to a circular production system (CPS) has become a strategic necessity for companies. This research addresses the circular production system not only as an environmental initiative, but also as a catalyst for achieving sustainable competitive advantage. The research aims to contribute to bridging the gap between organizational behavior literature and sustainability strategy, highlighting how employee perceptions at the micro and macro levels of the company influence competitive advantage, guided by the research question “How do Bwer employees view the role of circular production systems in building sustainable competitive advantage?” This research examines the perceptions of Bwer employees regarding the relationship between adopting a circular production system and enhancing competitive advantage. A descriptive analytical approach was used, with a structured questionnaire distributed to a targeted sample of 75 employees from various departments, such as operations, marketing, and research and development, using SPSS v.26 software. The results show strong perceived links between circular production systems and improved brand image, resource efficiency, and long-term cost savings through waste reduction and material reuse. However, the challenges identified include high initial costs, the complexity of reverse logistics, and a lack of understanding between different functions, particularly with regard to product innovation outside the research and development department. One of the most important recommendations of the research is to highlight the need to improve communication, training, and incentives to align employee efforts with circular production goals and fully achieve CPS objectives as a driver of lasting competitive success.

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The research aims to determine the impact of intellectual capital on the profitability of business organizations, by identifying the availability of intellectual capital requirements with its three components (human, structural and customer) in achieving profitability , the research problem centered on the statement whether there is investment And real employment of intellectual capital in the company, the sample of the research, and the research was applied in Zain Iraq company  for communications, and the researcher adopted the descriptive analytical approach, and the data was collected through the annual report of Zain Iraq published in the Iraqi Stock Exchange and for the years (2017-2019). And based on financial analysis and using personal interviews and field observations, the most prominent findings of the researcher were that the dimensions of intellectual capital affect the profitability of business organizations in varying proportions and in a positive way, and there was a logical justification for accepting the main hypothesis, at the same time, there are decrease in the level of training and development expenses for employees, and increase in the level of turnover of assets, was noted. The company also worked on the research sample to pay attention to attracting competent employees who have great experience in the required jobs, the research concluded with a number of recommendations, the most important of them was realize the importance of intellectual capital and work to develop and maintain it to achieve a high level of profits and also adopt expanded investment policies in order to create returns on their assets to achieve net profits after Tax, which gives more strength to the company.

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The current research aims to determine the role of digital human resources management in achieving administrative creativity, a survey study of the opinions of a number of administrative staff in a number of colleges and institutes at Duhok Technical University in order to test the research hypotheses therein. As for the nature of the data collection method, the questionnaire was relied upon as a primary tool for collecting data by distributing forms to a sample of administrative staff in the researched sample, as (49) forms were distributed, and (45) of them were valid for analysis, which was done using the (SPSS) program. The research produced a set of conclusions, the most important of which is the existence of a significant correlation between digital human resources management and administrative creativity, and the existence of a significant impact of digital human resources management in achieving administrative creativity in the researched colleges. The research presented a set of proposals, the most important of which is enhancing awareness within the researched colleges and at all administrative levels of the importance of moving towards applying digital human resources management by holding training courses for its importance in bringing about changes in the performance of these departments in order to achieve administrative creativity in them.

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Theoretical Framework:

This study addressed the phenomenon of quiet quitting as a behavior manifested in employees performing only the minimum required work without showing additional commitment or initiative. This phenomenon is linked to causes such as burnout, lack of appreciation, and the absence of career advancement opportunities, making it a direct threat to employee engagement and organizational performance stability. The study aimed to explore the relationship between the dimensions of digital leadership and the dimensions of quiet quitting among the employees of Al-Maram Advertising Company.

Objective:

The study aimed to test the hypotheses regarding the relationship and impact between the dimensions of digital leadership — namely (digital leaders' competence, digital leaders' capability, organizational structure, and organizational strategy) — and the dimensions of quiet quitting — represented by (work overload, unfair compensation, poor work environment, and lack of career advancement opportunities). It also sought to analyze how digital leadership contributes to reducing levels of quiet quitting.

Methodology:

The study employed a quantitative analysis based on questionnaires distributed to employees of Al-Maram Advertising Company, with data collected from 48 employees in addition to interviews with senior and middle management. A structural model was designed to illustrate the direct effects of each digital leadership dimension on quiet quitting.

Findings:

The study revealed a statistically significant inverse relationship between all dimensions of digital leadership (competence, capability, structure, and strategy) and manifestations of quiet quitting among Al-Maram employees. Collectively, digital leadership accounted for 92% of the variance in quiet quitting (R² = 0.922), with digital leaders' competence having the strongest effect (β = -0.755). While the contributions of the other dimensions were smaller, they remained statistically significant. The results confirm that enhancing digital leadership practices effectively reduces the likelihood of employees’ psychological withdrawal.

Recommendations:

The study recommended that Al-Maram Advertising Company focus on improving digital leaders’ competence through specialized training programs in digital leadership, and activates clear strategies for leveraging technology in communication and motivation. It also advised restructuring the work environment to align with digital transformation requirements. Moreover, the study recommended developing clear promotion and recognition policies to ensure employee motivation and reduce the likelihood of quiet quitting, thereby enhancing employee engagement and sustaining the company’s high performance.

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This paper aims to study and analyze the audit expectations gap that arises due to the difference between the potential expectations of the auditing profession and the actual performance of that profession. The study adopted a main hypothesis that state the adopting of comprehensive auditing strategy for practicing the auditing profession through adhering to the international planning standard for auditing and understanding the nature of the economic entity that subject Auditing before starting to perform the audit duty can contribute to improving the outcomes of the audit work and reducing, managing the audit gap effectively in a way that achieves the primary audit goal of the truth and fairness of the financial statements subject to audit and enhancing confidence in the outcomes of the audit work. The study provides efforts to improve compliance with international auditing standards, including the International Auditing Planning Standard. To achieve the research objectives and prove the validity of the study hypothesis, Federal Board of Supreme Audit was chosen as a research community and a group of 5 departments affiliated with the Office as a sample for the research. The research indicated that there are differences between audit expectations based on international auditing standards and the actual application of these standards in a group of departments affiliated with the Federal Board of Supreme Audit. The results showed that these gaps may be due to the lack of sufficient understanding of the standards, or the ability to apply them effectively by sample.

The study concluded with a set of recommendations, the most important of which is that the research sample needs to address potential gaps in the application of auditing standards by enhancing educational processes and training programs and providing the necessary guidance to employees. Federal Board of Supreme Audit also needs to ensure that current policies and procedures are compatible with international auditing standards, as well as Monitoring and oversight efforts must be increased within the sample to ensure continued compliance with these standards. The study also recommended the necessity of updating policies and procedures based on international standards and implementing periodic audits to evaluate compliance with the standards.

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This research explores the impact of various factors on managers' intention to use artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in human resource management practices, through a survey conducted with a sample of 80 individuals from 6 private colleges. The descriptive analytical method was utilized in the study, examining several key dimensions representing the independent variable, including (administrative dimension, cultural dimension, economic dimension, legal and ethical dimension, social dimension, and psychological dimension).

The results indicate that these factors significantly affect managers' intention to use AI, which in turn reflects on human resource management practices, including (recruitment and selection, training and development, performance evaluation, compensation and benefits management, and labor relations management). The study concluded that addressing the mentioned factors enhances the effective use of AI, contributing to the improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of human resource management practices.

Therefore, the research recommends that institutions develop comprehensive strategies to enhance awareness and understanding among managers and employees regarding the benefits of AI, along with establishing clear policies to ensure legal and ethical compliance and fostering a culture of innovation and change.

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The aim of the research is to clarify the role of financial engineering and its applicable tools in banks and how to manage banking risks. In order to achieve the research objective, the research problem was formulated with the following question: What is the role of financial engineering in managing and reducing banking risks?

Then the hypothesis was formulated to answer the research problem. The researcher relied on the descriptive analytical approach, as the researcher collected data and information through references and literature from books, periodicals, master’s theses, doctoral dissertations, Arab and foreign scientific journals, and browsing the international information network (the Internet) to track the latest scientific developments regarding the research topic.

The researcher reached a set of results, the most prominent of which is that risks are inherent in banking work without exception, regardless of the type of bank or the type of activity it carries out. Financial engineering tools were and still are the subject of great controversy among those dealing with them and studying them. Some of them strongly support their use, while others consider them the cause of financial crises.

The researcher also recommends the most important of which is establishing the foundations of financial engineering and financial risk management and clarifying their limits so that the bank can benefit from their tools and products. Paying attention to training accountants and intensifying communication work that increases the confidence of customers and society as a whole in the bank’s services, which reduces risks on the one hand and increases the size of the portfolio and deposits on the other hand.

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This study aimed to examine the impact of applying the Blue Ocean Strategy on enhancing the competitive advantage of Abu Shamala and Abu Dan General Contracting Company in the Gaza Strip. The independent variable was the Blue Ocean Strategy with its four dimensions (elimination, reduction, raise, and creation), while the dependent variable was the enhancement of competitive advantage. The research addressed the extent to which the strategy contributes to strengthening the company’s competitiveness amid the challenges facing the local construction sector. The entire company staff (30 employees) participated in the study through a comprehensive survey, achieving a 100% response rate. Using a descriptive analytical approach and SPSS statistical tools—including means, standard deviations, T-test, one-way ANOVA, and multiple regression analysis—the results indicated a very high application level of the Blue Ocean Strategy (84.8%) and a similarly high level of competitive advantage (84.2%). Statistically significant relationships were found between the dimensions of elimination, raise, and creation and the competitive advantage, with the creation dimension having a direct significant effect. No significant differences appeared in respondents’ assessments of the strategy based on gender, age, qualification, or job title, while differences were significant for specialization and experience, favoring administrative and financial specializations and those with over nine years of experience. Regarding competitive advantage, no differences were observed by gender, age, or job title, but significant differences existed by educational level (favoring those with a high school education or less), specialization, and experience (favoring administrative and financial fields and those with 3–6 years or over 9 years of experience). The study recommended adopting the Blue Ocean Strategy as a permanent management approach, focusing especially on the creation dimension, and enhancing institutional innovation by empowering and training employees.

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The research aims to explain the measurement and accounting disclosure of lease contracts in accordance with the IFRS 16 standard and its impact on the informational content of the financial statements. To achieve the research objective, the researcher applied the IFRS 16 standard in Gulf Bank because it did not apply the IFRS 16 standard during the period of application of the standard in 2019, and the researcher prepared The financial statements were prepared in accordance with the requirements of the standard before and after application, and in a retrospective manner, according to what the standard allowed, with other variables held constant. The researcher provided a detailed analysis of the impact of applying IFRS 16 on the informational content of the financial statements by comparing the results before and after application, as well as the impact of that application on Financial ratios.

The researcher reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which are the following:

- The application of the IFRS 16 standard leads to the recognition of the right to use the asset among non-current assets, which leads to an increase in assets with a decrease in prepaid expenses, as a result of the amendments in order to apply the standard represented by reversing the prepaid expenses before application. In addition, recognizing lease obligations as non-current liabilities leads to an increase in total liabilities.

The application of IFRS 16 affects the informational content of the statement of changes in equity, especially when applied using the modified retrospective method, as a decrease in retained earnings resulting from an increase in the volume of expenses due to an increase in debit interest expenses and depreciation expenses leads, therefore, to a decrease in retained earnings.

The research concluded with a number of recommendations, the most important of which are:

- The need for lease contracts to be clearer by stating the important paragraphs that have an impact on the process of accounting treatments related to the application of IFRS 16, which are (duration, payments, purchase option, the extent of the lessee’s control over the asset subject to the lease, and so on).

- The necessity of qualifying staff working in accounting departments in the banking sector, given that it is obligated to apply international standards and other sectors through training on conducting accounting treatments for lease contracts in accordance with the IFRS16 standard, as treatments that are radically different from what used to be the treatment of lease contracts according to local accounting systems.

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This study aimed to determine the impact of organizational culture promotion mechanisms on the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies in the Iraqi Ministries of Environment and Industry and Minerals. While the impact of organizational culture has been extensively studied, its specific effect on the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies has not been previously investigated, which constitutes the epistemological problem addressed by this study. Furthermore, the Iraqi environment suffers from a lack of applied studies and empirical evidence related to environmental sustainability. Therefore, this study seeks to answer the central question: What is the impact of organizational culture promotion mechanisms on the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies? This study was conducted in the Iraqi Ministries of Environment and Industry and Minerals. Data were collected from a purposive sample of 110 senior administrative leaders in these ministries.

The study employed an inductive approach and used a descriptive-analytical method to present and analyze its data. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS and Amos software. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis was used to verify the quality of the study instrument and model. Descriptive analytical tools such as the arithmetic mean, standard deviation, and coefficient of variation were used to present, analyze, and interpret the study data. Simple regression was used to test the hypotheses.

The study concluded that the mechanisms adopted to enhance organizational culture constitute an integrated and interconnected system that fosters an organizational environment supportive of adopting environmentally friendly technologies. These mechanisms have a cumulative and interactive impact on promoting environmental values ​​and transforming them from mere theoretical concepts into daily organizational practices. When leadership adopts exemplary environmental behaviors and expresses a clear commitment, designs reward systems to encourage green practices, creates a flexible organizational culture adaptable to technological changes, uses rituals and symbols that reinforce environmental identity, and provides training programs that develop environmental awareness and skills, they collectively create a profound cultural shift. This shift makes the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies not merely a response to external demands, but an integral part of the organizational identity and an automatic behavior for employees at all levels.

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The current study dealt with the issue of narcissistic leadership and its impact on organizational citizenship behavior. The level of the two variables was tested and studied in the Babel Education Directorate, and the research was applied to a sample of (105) individuals. The current research adopted the descriptive analytical approach, and the questionnaire was used as a main tool for collecting data and information.

The research sought to test the correlation relationships and influence relationships between the research variables. It has been based on empirical measures from previous studies, using a variety of statistical tools to analyze and process data and information using the necessary statistical packages through the simple correlation matrix, simple regression analysis and structural modeling equation to test the study hypotheses and the program (SPSS vr.23).

The research reached a set of results, including the high level of the two main variables (narcissistic leadership and organizational citizenship behavior) and the presence of significant correlations between them, and the presence of a significant effect of narcissistic leadership on organizational citizenship behavior, The behavior of organizational citizenship with its combined dimensions, which requires the management of the organization in question to choose leaders who stay away from this type of leadership, These results are in agreement with the research hypotheses.

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This study aimed to know the impact of human resources management in its dimensions, which are (human resources planning, recruitment, human resources appointment, methods of developing and training employees, and performance evaluation) in achieving organizational excellence in its dimensions, which are (organizational structure excellence, organizational cultural excellence, and human resources excellence, and strategic excellence), for employees in the General Electricity Distribution Company in Babylon. The study sample amounted to (55) researchers. The study followed the descriptive analytical approach and used a program in its statistical analysis (SPSS). The study reached a set of results, the most important of which is the existence of a statistically significant impact of human resources management strategies in achieving organizational excellence. It concluded with main conclusions and recommendations that attempt to push the wheel of development and advancement that stems from the culture of human resources and support their efficiency and attempt to support their excellence that contributes to organizational excellence that achieves the desired goals in developing organizations operating in various productions. Completed scientific studies with a solid scientific dimension in the world of scientific research were used to develop the work of administrative organizations and push the wheel of development by focusing on developing the competencies working in the economy. Solid scientific sources were used that can support and the study recommended a set of recommendations, the most important of which are: the necessity of continuing to develop effective and thoughtful strategies for human resources management, which include all stages of the employee's career, so that the human element is optimally utilized in a way that achieves business performance and organizational goals.

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Employee development is a fundamental pillar for the success of any organization striving for sustainable growth and excellence in performance. It encompasses a range of processes and activities aimed at enhancing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of employees, leading to increased productivity and improved work quality. Through continuous training, self-learning, mentoring, and providing opportunities for career growth, employee development fosters loyalty and empowers individuals to contribute effectively to organizational goals.

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The research aims to study and analyze the risks associated with the adoption of accounting information systems, particularly human, technological, environmental, and legal risks. It also addresses the literature related to the reliability of the external auditor’s report by highlighting the nature of these risks and explaining the extent to which they affect the quality and credibility of audit reports issued by local audit firms.

The research is based on the hypothesis that identifying the risks of adopting and operating accounting information systems by regulatory bodies, and relying on auditors who possess the professional capability to disclose such risks, will positively reflect on the reliability of the final audit report for stakeholders who rely on accounting information. To achieve the objectives of the study, a conceptual framework was developed that covers the accounting information system, its internal structure, and the risks associated with its adoption. In addition, the framework analyzes the dependent variable represented by the reliability of the external auditor’s report and the characteristics that this report must include. The study also clarifies the role that risk identification can play, especially risks related to human factors involving system designers and operators, and technological risks related to the information infrastructure of business organizations.The researcher concluded that the level of disclosure regarding the risks of adopting accounting information systems in audit reports is still limited and incomplete. A significant portion of audit outputs continues to focus on traditional financial tests, without expanding into the evaluation of risks associated with modern systems. It was also found that the lack of systematic identification of these risks directly affects the reliability of the audit report and reduces the ability of users of financial statements to rely on it.

The researcher recommends that audit reports should include an annex or a dedicated section addressing risks related to accounting information systems, and that an evaluation methodology should be adopted encompassing human, technological, environmental, and legal risks, in addition to determining the impact of these risks on the fairness and credibility of financial data. The study further recommends enhancing the training of regulatory staff on mechanisms for evaluating risks associated with modern systems and integrating the results of such evaluations into the contents of the external auditor’s report, in a manner that strengthens its reliability and transparency for all stakeholders.

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This study aims to explore the role of green digital technologies in promoting sustainable innovation within organizations, focusing on how these technologies can be applied to improve the environmental and production processes of modern industrial technology companies. Therefore, the study gains importance in light of global trends toward promoting environmental sustainability in various industries and the application of green digital technologies as a tool to drive sustainable innovation. These technologies contribute to reducing environmental impact and achieving organizations' strategic objectives by improving efficiency and productivity. The study also relied on a descriptive analytical approach, where data was collected by distributing questionnaires to a sample of employees at Al-Joud Modern Industrial Technology Company, including technical and administrative departments. Statistical analysis was used to extract conclusions related to the impact of green digital technologies on sustainable innovation.

The study was implemented at Al-Joud Modern Industrial Technology Company, where 75 questionnaires were distributed to employees across various administrative and technical departments, and 60 valid questionnaires were retrieved for statistical analysis. While the study's most important conclusions are that green digital technologies have significantly contributed to improving environmental efficiency and productivity at Al-Joud Company, sustainable innovation has also become an essential part of the company's strategy to improve its operations and reduce resource consumption.

The study's most important recommendations are the need for companies to invest in green digital technologies to promote sustainable innovation and achieve their environmental and economic goals. This also leads to strengthening employee training and awareness programs on the importance of green digitalization and its role in improving sustainability.

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The current research aims to test the relationship between Ambidextrous leadership behaviors and innovation in the workplace at Karbala University (some colleges of Karbala University). Often such environments lack organizational creativity due to the work routine followed, Ambidextrous leadership behaviors were tested through two types of behaviors, which are open behaviors and closed behaviors, while innovation in the workplace was tested through four dimensions. It is (individual innovation, group innovation, organizational innovation, innovation climate), To achieve the research goal, and based on the researchers' exploratory research data, a hypothetical model was adopted for the research that included the independent variable and the dependent variable, and depending on the model movement, two hypotheses were formulated, to test the validity of the hypotheses and collect information from the research sample (88) members of the faculty in the College of Administration and Economics The Faculty of Tourism and the College of Education, and the research adopted the questionnaire as a main tool to obtain the required data, and used the (Spss v.25) and (Smartpls) program to analyze the results, The research reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is a clear weakness in adopting the behaviors of skilled leadership as well as creating a climate for creativity at work. Traditional and those related to research, development and innovation through developing their skills in training and development courses

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The research aims to shed light on the method of value chain analysis and its role in enhancing the effectiveness of the accounting information system by showing the host and non-host activities of the value in the company, the research sample in order to exclude them, and to indicate the most important results possible to be obtained from the adoption of an advanced accounting information system that contributes to raising the efficiency of the company's performance by providing management with detailed information and future visions through which it is able to make decisions based on the analysis of the main and supporting activities, and in order to achieve the objectives of the study and verify the validity of its hypotheses, modern cost techniques have been adopted, and the industrial sector has been manufacturing and marketing The study concluded with a set of conclusions, the most important of which is the analysis of the value chain contributes to reducing costs by separating the activities and the host value statement and work to enhance them and exclude the costs of non-host value activities in order to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting information system at work, in addition, the study recommends raising the level of efficiency and skill of employees  thought activating training programs and specialized courses in the field of work in order to be able to deal with the advanced accounting information system and the mechanisms of applying the value chain, which contributes to improving their performance and in line with the continuous developments in business environment.

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Given the challenges facing Iraqi industry—such as limited government support and the high cost of production compared to imported goods—industrial organizations are in urgent need of adopting effective technologies to improve their operational efficiency. Supply chain analysis stands out as one of the most significant of these technologies, as it helps optimize the flow of materials and information, reduce costs, and enhance the accuracy of accounting data.

This study aims to highlight the impact of supply chain analysis on strengthening the effectiveness of the accounting information system through a field application at the National Company for Chemical and Plastic Industries. The findings indicate that integrating supply chain activities with the accounting system contributes to improving the quality of financial information, controlling costs, and supporting managerial decision-making. The study further recommends the development of digital systems that integrate logistical and accounting functions, along with training personnel on modern technologies. 

Keywords: supply chain, accounting information system, operational efficiency, cost reduction , effective and ineffective activities.

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   This research aims to diagnose the nature of the impact of the factors that stimulate female's entrepreneurship in sustainable development, and also aims to determine which dimensions of the factors that stimulate female's entrepreneurship are more important in achieving sustainable development. Data through a questionnaire prepared for this purpose, as the research community consisted of (684) female entrepreneurs in the Station Foundation for Entrepreneurship, which is one of the leading institutions in the field of entrepreneurship in Iraq, while the research sample included (70) female entrepreneurs from the participants in the program (Raaidat and Yanhad) in addition to co- working space in the station and in its two branches in Baghdad and Mosul, and the researcher analyzed the outputs of the questionnaire statistically and processed them through the program (SPSS Version 26).

    The research reached a set of conclusions, the most prominent of which are: It was found that women are motivated to become entrepreneurs by several factors in the following order: their desire to obtain independence first, followed by their access to training, then the existence of social networks, followed by education, and finally family support. Based on the above, the researcher recommends: Women members are interested in entrepreneurship, with the need to provide support, assistance and encouragement to them, starting with listening to their ideas and providing an appropriate family environment to adopt their creative ideas, as one of the success equations for an individual is the support of his family.

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This research proposal aims to know the effectiveness and contribution of industrial handling in the up grading and development of institutions, small and medium enterprises is considered as the main engine of the economies of the countries and their development, but in Algeria they suffer from several problems and difficulties impeding their development and progress, and thus industrial handling is the strategic choice to promote this sector. The results of the handling reflect positively on the small and medium enterprises active handling in the market in order to acquire knowledge skills, technological transformation, indoctrination of high technologies and training of human element in machines and manufacturing processes, and to increase the financial performance of industrial enterprises whether large, small or medium, and the cooperative relationship between them, which in the future will become a partnership between the contracting parties.

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Entrepreneurial leadership is considered one of the key factors that contribute to organizational success and foster innovation and creativity within organizations. This research is an analytical study examining the impact of entrepreneurial leadership on creative work behavior at the University of the Future in Babel Governorate. The study aims to understand the role of entrepreneurial leadership in enhancing a creative work environment and motivating employees to innovate and create, thereby improving the overall effectiveness of the organization.

The research is based on the analysis of field data collected through a questionnaire distributed to a sample of faculty members and staff at the University of the Future. The questionnaire was designed to include several aspects related to entrepreneurial leadership practices, such as strategic vision, inspiration, trust, and communication, as well as their impact on employees' creative work behavior. The data were analyzed using appropriate statistical methods for the study.

The results of the study revealed that entrepreneurial leadership plays a pivotal role in promoting creativity and innovation within the university. The application of entrepreneurial leadership dimensions positively contributed to improving collaboration and interaction among employees, motivating them to offer innovative ideas and solutions in the university’s work environment. The study also confirmed the existence of a positive relationship between entrepreneurial leadership and creative work behavior, indicating that entrepreneurial leadership effectively drives employees toward adopting more creative work methods.

Moreover, the study found that entrepreneurial leadership requires the availability of certain fundamental factors, such as strategic vision, inspiration, mutual trust between leaders and employees, and effective communication. These factors help create a work environment that enables employees to think creatively and present innovative solutions that contribute to organizational development.

In conclusion, the study recommends enhancing the concept of entrepreneurial leadership at the University of the Future by implementing training and development programs targeted at academic leaders to strengthen entrepreneurial leadership skills. The study also recommends focusing on key leadership dimensions, such as improving internal communication between different departments and enhancing the strategic vision, to create a sustainable and creative work environment.

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       This study aims to present a proposed model for examining compliance with International Accounting Standard IAS 34 related to interim financial reports, in light of the requirements of the International Standard on Review of Interim Reports (ISRE 2410). The research relies on a comparative analysis of the requirements of the two standards to identify similarities in requirements as a prelude to designing the audit and review procedures required by external auditors. Based on the above, the first practical aspect was conducted by designing an examination form to determine the level of compliance with the requirements of IAS 34 and designing audit opinions and reviewing the requirements for preparing interim reports. The second practical aspect was the design of a questionnaire containing three sections related to ISA 34 and ISAE 2410. The primary conclusions indicate that a proposed model for assessing compliance with IAS 34, grounded in international auditing standards, improves the accuracy and transparency of interim financial reports while diminishing the variance in audit and review methodologies between external auditors and economic entities. Interim financial reports are not subject to external audit and review, as is the case with annual financial reports. Rather, the review is limited to a limited scope that is not binding on the units, and an opinion is not expressed in the audit report. Attention should be paid to including all detailed information in interim reports, as is the case with annual reports. The most prominent recommendations were to subject interim financial reports to audit and review, as well as to express a neutral technical opinion on the results obtained. It is necessary to develop specialized training programs for external auditors to implement interim review procedures in accordance with ISRE 2410 using the proposed model.

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It is impossible to overstate how important employees are to a small business' survival and how well they are managed. This is especially true because, smaller businesses depend more on the individual contributions of the employees to the overall success of the business. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are significantly more prevalent than large corporations worldwide and employ a greater proportion of the labor force. In many economic sectors, SMEs are credited with fostering competition and innovation. While SMEs in Nigeria produce more jobs than large companies do, they also face difficulties that call for the assistance of experts from a variety of fields, including human resources managers. Therefore, this study uses a basic literature review and desk research approach to investigate the potential role of human resource management in SMEs in Nigeria. The main issues with SMEs' prior to the COVID-19 pandemic are identified as being insufficient skills and training, as well as depression and high labor turnover during the pandemic in Nigeria. In order to increase their effectiveness and efficiency in Nigeria, efforts are made to encourage SMEs to implement human resource management philosophies. As a result of the fact that no organization, no matter how big or small, can function without people, the study comes to the conclusion that human resource management is crucial. The study therefore recommends, among other things, that in order for Nigeria to experience sustainable post-COVID-19 business growth, SMEs must immediately implement human resource management strategies.

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The emergence of integrated reporting on global warming represents an important evolutionary stage in the auditing profession, as the auditor has moved from his traditional role of examining or auditing information or pre-prepared lists with a specific financial formula to granting a certificate of confirmation in the preparation of this information or financial and even non-financial statements. This certificate (report) is distinguished by some specificity from the conventional audit report, as assurance services fall between the level of absolute assurance and the lack of assurance, and it contains a wide range of services that do not differ from the two types of reasonable assurance and limited assurance. Specialized professional organizations, including the AICPA, have issued a group Among the standards for these services in order to rationalize their practical application, and I found many obstacles that could face the process of preparing integrated reporting on global warming in the local environment. The researcher adopted the descriptive analytical approach in the theoretical framework, as well as collecting data about the work environment and then analyzing it in the applied framework. This is done by taking advantage of the SPSS program for statistics, as well as the analytical method using it on a sample of data issued by oil refineries. The sample was estimated at the refineries of Shuaiba and Doura. The researcher reached results, the most notable of which is that there are no appropriate controls for preparing integrated reporting, as there is a difference in views about the suitability of the IR framework. As a criterion for assurance, and in particular, current assurance standards, most notably the International Standard for Assurance ISAE 3410, The research community consists of the Daura and Shuaiba refineries in Iraq. The research sample comprises 140 employees working at the Daura and Shuaiba refineries. The researcher used both the survey questionnaire (paper and electronic) and the model reports as tools. In this context, the questionnaire form was distributed to the research sample, require appropriate controls to evaluate the subject matter of an assurance engagement and the practitioner provides reasonable or limited assurance regarding the extent to which the subject matter is compatible with a specific basis, and the researcher concluded that: The high cost of preparing the integrated report compared to its benefits. The cost is also considered a major obstacle to making the entire integrated report the subject of a confirmation engagement (IIRC 2015). Confirming the entire integrated report requires the participation of multiple experts, which will make the engagement very expensive.

There is a difference in the level of credibility and reliability provided by integrated reporting compared to auditing, as integrated reporting does not provide the same level of credibility and trust provided by auditing financial statements. This is due to various reasons, including that integrated reporting is less quantitative and more qualitative in nature. The new form of assurance may fail to have the same confidence as an audit of financial statements. As a result, before embarking on making radical changes in current assurance models, sufficient time must be given. To refine its integrated reports and deal with stakeholders to determine the extent of the actual need for external confirmation, and the diversity of the nature of integrated reporting mechanisms, as the integrated nature of reporting processes and the many types of information reported require innovative forms to enhance credibility that can accommodate the link between the various components of integrated reporting. The researcher presented a main proposal to overcome the obstacles in integrated reporting of global warming, as she recommended that concerned parties adopt strategies such as strengthening cooperation and partnerships with other parties, providing training and continuous development for employees, and improving internal systems and processes to facilitate the reporting process.