Journal of King Abdulaziz University-Economics and Administration
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<p class="" style="text-align: center;" data-start="0" data-end="17"><strong><span style="color: #ffff00; background-color: #ff0000;">Important Notice:</span></strong></p> <p class="" style="text-align: center;" data-start="19" data-end="273"><span style="color: #ffff00; background-color: #ff0000;">Please note that the submission of manuscripts on the current platform will be temporarily suspended due to the transition to the new platform, <strong data-start="163" data-end="184">Editorial Manager</strong>.</span><br data-start="185" data-end="188" /><span style="color: #ffff00; background-color: #ff0000;">The official launch date for submissions via the new platform will be announced soon.</span></p> <p class="" style="text-align: center;" data-start="275" data-end="324"><span style="color: #ffff00; background-color: #ff0000;">We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Economics and Administration:</strong></span></p> <p>A scientific refereed periodical issued by King Abdulaziz University (KAU) in the fields of economics and administration and published by KAU Scientific Publishing Center (SPC). Original works will be considered for publication in this journal. </p> <p><strong>ISSN 1319-0997 </strong></p> <p><strong>e-ISSN 1658-4236</strong></p> <p><strong>Frequency: </strong> June - December</p> <p><strong>Language:</strong> English - Arabic</p>مركز النشر العلمي - جامعة الملك عبدالعزيزar-IQJournal of King Abdulaziz University-Economics and Administration1319-0997The Saudi Fintech Industry : A new Era of Financial Innovation
https://journals.kau.edu.sa/index.php/FEAJ/article/view/1297
<p>The Saudi Financial Technology (FinTech) industry, in recent years, has undergone a transformative evolution, heralding a new era of financial innovation. This paper provides an in-depth exploration of the journey, trajectory, and growth of the Saudi fintech sector. A comprehensive sectoral analysis sheds light on the dominant fintech fields, highlighting the leading fintech companies paving the way in the kingdom. To further delve into the experiential aspects of the industry, a quantitative research approach was adopted, capturing the lived experiences and challenges faced by fintech entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia. A target sample of 400 entrepreneurs from diverse regions in Saudi Arabia was sought, and an impressive response rate of 92% was achieved, with 368 complete responses. Notably, among the myriad of challenges identified, "Talent and Recruitment" was discerned as a pivotal concern for the majority, closely trailed by issues related to "Regulation" and "Access to Customers". Interestingly, the "Technology/Product Development" facet wasn't as concerning as the aforementioned. Envisioning the future of the industry, we outline a forward-thinking trajectory and present a tailored set of solutions and recommendations to address the prevalent challenges, equipping stakeholders with strategic insights to navigate this dynamic industry landscape.</p>NAIF MANSOUR MATHKUR
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2024-12-182024-12-1838210.4197/Econ.38-2.6 The Impact of Smart Government Strategies on Achieving Sustainable Development Goals: A Field Study on the Employees of the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Makkah City
https://journals.kau.edu.sa/index.php/FEAJ/article/view/1422
<p>This study aims to reveal the impact of smart government strategies dimensions (Smart Communication, Smart Management, Smart Services) on achieving sustainable development. The researchers used an analytical descriptive method and relied on a questionnaire as a main tool for data collection. Using a systematic random sampling technique during the Hajj of 1444 in Makkah city, (323) employees at the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah participated. The results of the study indicated that the reality of the practice of smart government strategies in the ministry is very high, and the practice of sustainable development is considered high, and there is a statistically significant impact of smart government strategies on the achievement of sustainable development in the ministry with a correlation factor of (0.992). In this light, the study made several recommendations, most notably promoting the concepts of smart government and sustainable development and establishing an organizational culture that supports the relationship between the two variables.</p>Hassan TaibahًًWed AlJohani
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2024-12-182024-12-1838210.4197/eco.v38i2.1422The impact of pandemics on performance during the Hajj season
https://journals.kau.edu.sa/index.php/FEAJ/article/view/1582
<p> This article examines the relationship between pandemics, particularly the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and the performance of health workers during the Hajj season, with reference to direct health concerns and related socio-economic impacts. Using a descriptive analytical approach and collecting a sample of )402( employees of King Abdulaziz Medical City in Jeddah Governorate during the 2023 Hajj season, this study provides insights about the interaction between health crises, religious practices, and workforce productivity. The results indicate that pandemics significantly affect employee performance, with an impact that extends beyond health considerations, to include psychological, organizational, and economic dimensions, such as discipline, fear, and work responsibility. The article concludes by proposing strategies to mitigate negative consequences and enhance resilience in the face of similar challenges.</p>حسن طيبهAli Jifri
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2024-12-182024-12-1838210.4197/eco.v38i2.1582دراسة العوامل المؤثرة على مخاوف خصوصية معلومات الافراد من تطبيقات الهاتف المحمول
https://journals.kau.edu.sa/index.php/FEAJ/article/view/1720
<p style="direction: rtl;">على الرغم من أن تطبيقات الهاتف المحمول تعتبر من أحدث تقنيات الحوسبة المتنقلة، إلا أن مشكلات الأمان والخصوصية تُعد عقبة أمام قبولها لدى بعض المستخدمين. وتشير الدراسات السابقة إلى أن معالجة خروقات الأمان قد لا تعتمد بشكل أساسي على التقنيات المتقدمة فقط، ولكن تعتمد أيضًا على عوامل مثل معرفة المستخدم بخصائص الأمان، وتجربة المستخدم السابقة للخصوصية، ونية السلوك الفردية. وهذا أدى الى ظهور عدد من النظريات التي تعالج بشكل أساسي الفجوة المتعلقة بمخاوف الخصوصية بين مستخدمي الأجهزة المحمولة خصوصا تقييم نية السلوك الفردية تجاه تطبيقات الأجهزة المحمولة. ولسد هذه الفجوة تستخدم الدراسة الحالية إطار مخاوف الخصوصية لمعلومات مستخدمي الأجهزة المحمولة (MUIPC) لذلك تم إجراء دراسة استقصائية شملت بيانات 290 مشاركًا للفحص التجريبي للنموذج النظري المقترح بشأن الدافع الفردي لاستخدام تطبيقات الأجهزة المحمولة. وتشير نتائج هذه الدراسة إلى أن تجربة الخصوصية السابقة، والمعرفة بخصائص الامان في الهواتف المحمولة، وأولوية التنزيل هي عوامل تنبؤيه ذات دلالة احصائيا للمراقبة المتصورة، والتطفل المتصور، والاستخدام الثانوي للمعلومات. بينما أظهرت النتائج ان تأثير عامل اللامبالاة لدى المستخدمين غير ذا دلالة احصائيا. علاوة على ذلك، تُظهر النتائج أن الاستخدام الثانوي للمعلومات الشخصية له تأثير سلبي وذا دلالة احصائيا على النية لاستخدام تطبيقات الأجهزة المحمولة. وتشير النتائج أيضًا إلى أن تصورات المستخدمين للخصوصية والأمان تختلف اعتمادًا على مستوى حساسية المعلومات في تطبيقات الأجهزة المحمولة.</p>سالم الغامدي
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2024-12-182024-12-1838210.4197/eco.v38i2.1720The The Impact of Augmented Reality Shopping Applications on Consumers’ Purchase Intention in Saudi Arabia
https://journals.kau.edu.sa/index.php/FEAJ/article/view/1759
<p>This study aims to investigate the effect of augmented reality (AR) use on the purchase intentions of Saudis in online shopping. Specifically, the study investigated the impact of consumer engagement and experience using AR on purchasing intent among online shoppers in Saudi Arabia. Quantitative research was adopted. A survey questionnaire was developed comprising measurements of the variables of this study - perceived value, purchase intention, hedonic and cognitive experience, and perceived interactivity. 397 online shoppers who have experience using AR apps in online shopping were involved in the study. The findings indicated that customer-perceived value and perceived interactivity have a significant positive relationship with user experience. In addition, customer perceived value and perceived interactivity have a significant relationship with intentions to purchase. User experiences (UX), both hedonic and cognitive experience, were also found to have a significant relationship with purchase intentions. In addition, two demographic factors, age and gender, were found to affect purchase intention significantly. The study’s findings help bridge the gap in the literature concerning the use of AR applications in online shopping activities within Saudi Arabia by exploring the effect of various factors derived from the use of AR applications on the purchase intentions of online shoppers. </p>سعيد بادغيش
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2024-12-182024-12-1838210.4197/eco.v38i2.1759عبء الاثبات في الدعوى الادارية وفقاً للنظام السعودي
https://journals.kau.edu.sa/index.php/FEAJ/article/view/2372
<p class="s6"><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">يعد </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">عبء الاثبات في الدعوى الادارية وفقاً للنظام السعودي</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> من المهام الهامة في القانون </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">الاداري</span></span> <span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">،</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> حيث أن هذه النظرية ترتبط ارتباطاً وثيقاً بالقاعدة التي تقضي بأن الشخص لا يستطيع أن يقتضي حقه بنفسه، و إنما يكو</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">ن ذلك عن طريق اللجوء إلى القضاء، </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">ويعد موضوع الإثبات من أدق الموضوعات التي تمس بمصالح الناس </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">وترتبط</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> بهم لحاجتهم إلى الإثبات لكسب الحقوق المتنازع عليها أمام القضاء.</span></span></p> <p class="s6"><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">واهتمت</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> الشريعة الإسلامية الغراء بالإثبات و مما يؤكد ذلك ما رواه ابن عباس- رضى الله عنه- عن النبي- صلى الله عليه و سلم- " لو يعطى بعض الناس بدعواهم </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">لأدعى</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> أناس دماء رجال و أموالهم و لكن البينة على المدعي و اليمي</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">ن على من </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">أنكر"،</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">و</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">ايضاً</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">اهتمت التشريعات المختلفة بالإثبات- </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">ومنها</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> القانون السعودي </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">والمصري</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">- و هذا لما له من أهمية فنظمه المنظم السعودي في نظام المرافعات الشرعية بينما نظمه المشرع</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> المصري في قانون الإثبات المصري </span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15">وتتنوع</span></span><span class="s10"><span class="bumpedFont15"> قواعد الإثبات القانونية بين قواعد موضوعية و قواعد إجرائية، حيث أن الأولى تتصل اتصالا وثيقاً بالحق في الإثبات بينما تتصل الأخيرة ببيان الإجراءات الواجبة الاتباع في الإثبات و آلية سماع الشهود أو حلف اليمين و غيرها من الإجراءات.</span></span></p>محمد القحطاني
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2024-12-182024-12-1838210.4197/eco.v38i2.2372