Determination of Green and Digital Transformation Competencies for the Traditional Footwear Industry: Content Analysis of Vocational Qualifications Authority (MYK) Job Descriptions Cover Image

Geleneksel Ayakkabı Endüstrisi için Yeşil ve Dijital Dönüşüm Yetkinliklerinin Tespiti: Mesleki Yeterlik Kurumu (MYK) Meslek Tanımlarına Yönelik İçerik Analizi
Determination of Green and Digital Transformation Competencies for the Traditional Footwear Industry: Content Analysis of Vocational Qualifications Authority (MYK) Job Descriptions

Author(s): Kamil Ahat
Subject(s): Business Economy / Management, Energy and Environmental Studies, Economic development, Environmental interactions, Accounting - Business Administration, ICT Information and Communications Technologies
Published by: SD Yayınevi
Keywords: Competencies; Shoemaking; Green Transformation; Digital Transformation; Sustainability;

Summary/Abstract: In this research, it is aimed to develop traditional shoe industry job descriptions in accordance with green and digital transformation competencies. In this study, literature review and content analysis method was used based on qualitative analysis approach. Within the scope of the research, the competencies required for green and digital transformation are limited to the traditional shoe industry. In accordance with the stated purpose and limitation of the research, the literature was scanned and the contents of 20 green and digital transformation job descriptions developed by the Vocational Qualifications Authority (MYK) were subjected to content analysis through Maxqda 24 Pro software, which is a computer-aided qualitative data analysis program. Green and digital transformation, which are subjected to content analysis, will ensure the successful transformation of the traditional footwear industry through job descriptions; 4 themes consisting of "Circular Economy Competencies, Sustainability Competencies, Innovative Technology Competencies, Corporate Social Responsibilities Competencies" have emerged. These themes include "Waste Minimization Strategies, Reuse Recycling Practices, Hazardous Waste Management, Non-Hazardous Waste Management, Waste Mineral Oil Refining, Environmental Compliance Monitoring, Training Awareness Programs, Sustainable Supply Chain Management, Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy Principles, Digital Tracking Management Systems, Technological Innovations, Digital Transformation Strategies, Data Analysis and Decision Support Systems, Security Measures Applications, Risk Assessment and Management, Continuous Improvement and Quality Control, Professional Development and Training". In line with the findings, the green and digital transformation core competencies for the traditional shoe industry professions of cutter, meter and manufacturer were determined and the relevant MYK occupational definitions were redeveloped in accordance with the knowledge and skills that enable the development of these competencies.

  • Issue Year: 8/2024
  • Issue No: 33
  • Page Range: 662-686
  • Page Count: 25
  • Language: Turkish
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