This research article addresses the effectiveness of documentation as a critical but frequently underestimated factor for the sustainability of software projects. Starting from the premise that many projects are abandoned due to deficient management and increasing technical complexity, this study aimed to objectively quantify documentation and versioning practices within a work team engaged in software development at a financial institution. The research is grounded in a theoretical framework that connects code clarity, agile methodologies, and version control with team productivity and long-term project viability. The methodology consisted of a quantitative and empirical analysis, using an automated script to examine 1,294 commits from four critical software repositories during the second quarter of 2025. The instrument measured adherence to the Conventional Commits standard as an indicator of quality and discipline in change documentation. The results revealed a low consolidated compliance rate of only 24.34%, evidencing a significant gap between recommended best practices and their actual application.
Trust and cooperation are fundamental for individuals to express their potential in their various spheres of action. Psychosocial empowerment is nourished by this bond and, in turn, contributes to it. This is a theoretical-reflective study with elements of systematized experiences, grounded in the complexity approach and action research. The article aims to reveal, from a complex perspective, the relationship between these categories, including a conceptual positioning on them. Furthermore, it seeks to identify points of convergence between different facilitation models that can generate methodological alliances for positive change. The need for an integrative approach to the studied reality is highlighted, in which these relationships could emerge as both conditions and consequences of this process. The research underpinning this article was conducted in the Cuban context, specifically through the work of the Human Change Group at the Center for Psychological and Sociological Research. Facilitation experiences related to these themes are shared, along with some characteristics of other approaches. The conclusions highlight the common elements among the presented methodologies, underscoring the importance of process facilitation. A conceptual and methodological integration is offered that contributes to understanding and facilitating the development of personal and collective power in diverse contexts. Furthermore, the relevance of this complex approach is emphasized, not only as a way to understand reality, but also to transform it.
The aim of this study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Academic Goals Questionnaire (AGQ), which measures motivation orientation, in a sample of university students from Metropolitan Lima. A total of 957 undergraduate students participated, of whom 389 were women (40.6%) and 568 were men (59.4%). To assess construct validity, a confirmatory factor analysis was conducted, yielding good fit indices for the three-factor model comprising learning goals, social reinforcement goals, and achievement goals (RMSEA = .057, SRMR = .062; CFI = .960; TLI = .954). Convergent validity was supported by Average Variance Extracted (AVE) values above .50. Additionally, to evaluate criterion-related validity, correlations were estimated between the three AGQ factors and scores on the Perceived Academic Situational Self-Efficacy Scale (EAPESA) and the Short Academic Procrastination Scale (APS-S), with most coefficients being statistically significant (p < .001). Regarding reliability, McDonald's omega coefficients were .881 for learning goals, .861 for social reinforcement goals, and .848 for achievement goals. The results support the validity and reliability of the AGQ for use in Peruvian university contexts. Validation of this instrument provides useful information for understanding motivational profiles and informing educational strategies aimed at strengthening formative processes and the development of students as part of their formation in higher education systems in the Peruvian context.
This study describes the development and formative evaluation of a Hybrid Support Model for Workplace Well-being (MHAB), aimed at managing psychosocial risks in organizations in the Maule Region, Chile. The model adopts a transdisciplinary approach that integrates digital technologies, participatory methodologies, and a gender perspective to strengthen mental health in the workplace. An applied research design with a mixed-methods approach was used, combining quantitative data (diagnostic and satisfaction surveys) and qualitative data (semi-structured interviews, focus groups, and content analysis), analyzed through descriptive statistics and thematic categorization. The study was conducted across eight stages, including organizational diagnosis, co-design of the intervention, development of a digital platform, and pilot implementation of the model. The experience was carried out in three participating organizations-two public educational institutions in Talca and a wine-producing company in the commune of Sagrada Familia-involving managers, application committees, human resources professionals, and workers. The intervention combined in-person workshops, digital training capsules, and organizational self-diagnosis tools, primarily aimed at strengthening leadership and effective communication. The results show high levels of acceptance and relevance of the model among participating organizations, as well as increased institutional awareness of psychosocial risks and the value of a gender perspective in workplace well-being management. Additionally, transferable products were developed, including a functional digital platform prototype, multimedia training materials, and organizational diagnostic reports, which facilitate compliance with the Psychosocial Risk Protocol currently in force in Chile. It is concluded that the MHAB constitutes a viable and context-sensitive tool to support workplace well-being management in organizations with limited resources, with potential scalability to other productive sectors. The model provides an innovative hybrid organizational intervention strategy that contributes to strengthening healthy work environments and advancing the principles of decent work.
The growing complexity of civil engineering projects demands new skills within project teams. Empathy is emerging as a skill that promotes collaboration and team integration. This study investigates whether team empathic ability is related to project performance in civil engineering projects. The study was conducted across six projects. A mixed-methods approach was adopted: in the first stage, 148 surveys were administered to measure empathy, followed by 23 interviews to assess performance. The findings reveal a positive correlation between team empathic ability and project performance. This research provides insights into current levels of empathic ability within teams, leading to the conclusion that there is significant scope for enhancing performance.
