Year 2019, Issue 1
Date published11.6.2019
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Kamen Kamenov
THE 10 DON’TS TO MANAGER’S EFFICIENCYJEL: D91Keywords: íÿìàSummary: The study of human history reveals that all authorities share a common attribute (feature) – the pursuit to consolidate, preserve and reproduce their power. This principle applies to the behavior of managers, too, since they need to... The study of human history reveals that all authorities share a common attribute (feature) – the pursuit to consolidate, preserve and reproduce their power. This principle applies to the behavior of managers, too, since they need to ensure the efficient performance of the organisations they are in charge of and survive as the heads of those organisations. When approached from a broader perspective, issues are further complicated by the intervention of the ego. Managers’ behavior is still rational and acceptable when the influence of their ego is within reasonable limits. Going beyond those limits may result in dictatorship and bureaucracy in the effort to retain their power. There are some fundamental rules which, if observed during the management process, could help managers and their teams avoid serious trouble. -
Hristina Nikolova
INFRASTRUCTURE CHARGES LEVIED IN AIR TRANSPORTION – CURRENT ISSUES AND PERSPECTIVESSummary: The paper reviews the progress achieved so far in terms of applying the major principles of levying infrastructure charges in air transportation by analysing the charge rates in the country for access to airports and for air... The paper reviews the progress achieved so far in terms of applying the major principles of levying infrastructure charges in air transportation by analysing the charge rates in the country for access to airports and for air navigation services. It also comments on some problems arising in result of applying the current charge rates and suggests possible solutions. The author of the paper conducts a SWOT analysis that summarises the opportunities for improving charge rates and the immediate benefits which could be obtained as a result of using those opportunities in applying infrastructure charges in air transportation. -
Mihal Stoyanov
PROTECTION AGAINST FRAUD IN ELECTRONIC TRADE PAYMENTSSummary: The past decades have seen continuous advancements of infor¬mation and communication technologies that have substantially altered economy on a local, national and global scale. The employment of these technologies creates and... The past decades have seen continuous advancements of infor¬mation and communication technologies that have substantially altered economy on a local, national and global scale. The employment of these technologies creates and tranfers to economic entities significant economic and social effects, yet it poses serious challenges to the security of the digital environment. An increasingly complicated issue is that of unlawful activities with payment transactions in trade. This paper reviews the nature of crimes related to payments in the physical and the digital environment; the characteristics of different technological means of safeguarding online payments, as well as some opportunities for improving the safety of individuals when using the Internet to make commercial payments. -
Plamen Lyubomirov Dzhaparov
PRIVATE BANKING AND WEALTH MANAGEMENT BETWEEN OPPORTUNITIES AND THREATSJEL: G21Summary: Opportunities for banks in the sphere of private banking & wealth management have been continuously multiplying under the influence of the rapid accumulation and concentration of capital on a global scale and the predicted colossal... Opportunities for banks in the sphere of private banking & wealth management have been continuously multiplying under the influence of the rapid accumulation and concentration of capital on a global scale and the predicted colossal transfer of wealth between generations. Yet, in order to consolidate their leading position in the industry in today’s complex, dynamic and turbulent environment, banks need to adopt totally different solutions and overcome a number of barriers. Their response to the challenges posed by the ‘invasion’ of new players on the market and to the urgent need to change the profile of financial advisors is of paramount importance. -
Silvia Gospodinova
STRUCTURAL CHANGES IN GROSS VALUE ADDED AND THEIR RELATION TO THE ECONOMIC GROWTH OF BULGARIA IN THE PERIOD 1997-2017Summary: The changes in the sectoral composition of the economy reflect many processes and are an accurate indicator of the nature and rate of economic development of the state. What is more, sectoral structure is important for the analysis... The changes in the sectoral composition of the economy reflect many processes and are an accurate indicator of the nature and rate of economic development of the state. What is more, sectoral structure is important for the analysis of economic development rate and the patterns and the increase in the productivity of all economic activities. Sectoral changes are important due to their role in the production pro-cess and the different labour productivity of different economic sectors and activities. Hence, the assessment and the use of the opportunities for accelerated development of the different sectors can contribute significantly to the economic growth and the increase of labour productivity.