The current practice of adopting prefabrication methods improves building durability while reducing costs, which defeats the concept of on-site construction, due to heightened understanding and perception of the various cost constraints in the innovative approach in the prefab-construction model. A rise in the prefab-technology adoption benefits the construction industry, hence the need to gauge the determinants of the level of adoption of this innovative construction technology in the housing sector is needed. This survey sought to find out how public perception and technical know-how affects the adoption of prefabricated building technology in the case of the National Housing Corporation in Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive research design on a sample of 71 users of prefabricated construction technology and 12 prefab experts registered at the NHC. Structured questionnaires were used for data collection and the qualitative and quantitative data was analyzed through SPSS, while OLS regression was done to ascertain the relationships among the variables under study. The study found that technical know-how and public perception showed a positive statistically significant relationship with the level of adoption of prefabricated building technology. The study therefore confirmed that improvement in technical know-how and public perception would result in an improvement in the level of adoption to prefabricated building technology. The study suggests that this topic should be further researched in a bid to widen its generalizability and allow further research on the topic to unearth even more determinant factors, hence this study suggests further study of this topic in different and wider geographical zones.

The performance of an organization is defined by how effectively it achieves its objectives and goals while making efficient use of its resources. It reflects a company’s success, encompassing financial results, operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. In the context of a rapidly changing business environment, maintaining high performance requires solid decision-making, strategic leadership, and a supportive organizational culture. This study explores the impact of decision-making styles on organizational performance within Nairobi City County, emphasizing the need for effective strategic leadership in today’s dynamic business environment. It highlights how decision-making processes, influenced by cognitive abilities and environmental factors, play a pivotal role in aligning organizational goals with managerial choices. The research employs descriptive methodology to examine a target population of 180 personnel across various departments, utilizing structured questionnaires to gather data efficiently. The analysis reveals a significant relationship between decision-making styles—specifically democratic and coaching approaches and improved organizational performance. With a regression coefficient of 0.320 for decision-making styles, the findings indicate that enhanced decision-making correlates with increased productivity, efficiency, and employee engagement. Notably, the democratic style fosters collaboration and open communication, while coaching emphasizes personal development, thereby enabling employees to reach their potential. These results support existing literature that underscores the benefits of participative leadership. The study advocates for institutionalizing democratic and coaching decision-making styles through training programs and feedback mechanisms to cultivate an inclusive, high-performing organizational culture. Ultimately, the insights derived from this research aim to provide a framework for improved governance and service delivery in Nairobi City County, contributing to the broader understanding of effective management practices in public organizations.

This study explored the impact of board composition on the organizational performance of Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC). The main objective of the research was to assess the effect of board composition practices on KPLC's performance. Specifically, the study aimed to investigate how board composition affected KPLC's organizational performance. The study was anchored on agency theory. The research employed a descriptive design, targeting all managers within KPLC. A census sampling technique was utilized to determine the sample size, and data were gathered through questionnaires. Both descriptive and inferential analyses were conducted to assess the impact of corporate governance on the study's objectives. The findings revealed a significant relationship between board composition and organizational performance, with factors such as size, independence, and diversity influencing decision-making. Strong correlations were found between board composition and performance. The study recommended that KPLC enhance board effectiveness through regular evaluations, refine executive compensation structures for better alignment with performance metrics, strengthen transparency practices in financial reporting, and improve communication mechanisms to foster stakeholder engagement. Additionally, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement in governance practices was deemed essential.

Employees are regarded as the most valuable element in an organization. They contribute immensely to the growth and development of any organization. The objective of this research was assessing the effect of employee relations practices and organizational performance in public organizations in Kenya a case of Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC). The specific objectives included; to examine the influence of employee participation in decision making on organizational performance at Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited; to determine how compensation practices influence performance at KPLC; to examine how training and development affect organizational performance at KPLC and to examine the influence of conflict resolution mechanisms on organisational performance at Kenya Power and Lighting Company. The research was guided by the Social Exchange Relationship theory in conjunction with Resource Based View theory. This research made use of a descriptive research design. The research population was 164 personnel of KPLC's Machakos Office, including middle-level managers, operations staff and top managers. A questionnaire was used for collecting primary data from the respondents. To undertake data analysis, descriptive statistics and inferential statistics Ethical considerations were observed throughout the study. The possible value of Y when all independent variables are equal to zero was 6.072. The data findings analyzed also showed that taking all other independent variables at zero, a unit increase in employee Participation will lead to a 0.362 increase in organizational performance in public organizations in Kenya; this means that there is a significant relationship between employee participation and organizational performance in public organizations in Kenya. The P-value was 0.001 and thus the relationship was significant. A unit increase in Compensation Practices will lead to a 0.423 increase in organizational performance in public organizations in Kenya; this means there is a significant relationship between Compensation Practices and organizational performance in public organizations in Kenya. The study concluded that public employees' performance is positively and significantly impacted by employee participation. The study recommends involving employees in decision-making when it comes to establishing goals, objectives, and performance targets as well as decisions on rewarding for performance improvement, innovation, and creativity for the department.

This study explores the influence of transformational leadership on the efficiency and effectiveness of public sector organizations, with a focused case study on Embu County Government in Kenya. Transformational leadership, characterized by inspiring vision, fostering innovation, and providing personalized support, has increasingly been recognized for its role in enhancing organizational performance. The study specifically targeted the staff of the Embu County Government, with a population size of 300 workers. A structured questionnaire was utilized to capture participants' perspectives on leadership styles and their perceived impacts on organizational performance. Data collection followed a rigorous procedure to ensure reliability and accuracy, and the sample size was representative of the target population, carefully selected to allow for generalizable findings within the government. For data analysis, we used SPSS software, employing both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to evaluate relationships between leadership styles and organizational performance. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was utilized to test the model's goodness-of-fit and to determine statistically significant differences in responses, helping to validate the study's hypotheses on leadership style impacts. Our findings revealed a positive correlation between leadership ideologies and the performance of the Embu County Government, suggesting that leadership style plays a crucial role in enhancing institutional effectiveness. The study highlighted that authoritarian leadership was rare within the Embu County Government and showed limited influence on productivity. Conversely, liberal and democratic leadership styles were more prevalent, with liberal leadership showing a substantial positive impact on productivity. When employees are involved in decision-making at various levels, they gain a better understanding of their roles and responsibilities, which enhances organizational performance. In light of these findings, we recommend that the Embu County Government and other county governments critically assess and adapt their leadership styles to maximize efficiency. Encouraging staff participation and engagement in decision-making can lead to a more motivated workforce, ultimately boosting productivity.

Collaborative capability is crucial for enhancing the supply chain resilience of power companies in Kenya, enabling effective engagement with various stakeholders, including suppliers and government agencies. However, the dynamic and unpredictable business environment poses significant challenges for these supply networks. This study aimed to explore how collaborative capability contributes to supply chain resilience within Kenya's electricity sector. Guided by the Relational View Theory and utilizing a descriptive research design, targeting 23 participants from different management levels in the supply chain departments of five state-owned power companies, all under the oversight of the Ministry of Energy. Data were collected through questionnaires using a census approach and analyzed with descriptive and inferential statistics. The research findings consistently demonstrate significant positive correlation on collaborative capability and supply chain resilience, with a correlation coefficient of 0.838. This suggests that improving collaborative capability significantly enhances resilience, making it essential for organizations seeking to strengthen their supply chains. The regression model shows a strong fit, with an R-squared value of 0.776, indicating that 77.6% of the variability in supply chain resilience is explained by collaborative capability. Additionally, the ANOVA results further validate this model, revealing that each unit increase in collaborative capability is expected to enhance resilience by approximately 0.307 units. The study recommends enhancing collaborative capabilities through investments in advanced data analytics, building partnerships with stakeholders, and establishing innovation hubs to improve problem-solving, emphasizing that prioritizing collaboration is essential for increasing resilience and operational efficiency in the power sector.

A rise in the level of adoption of prefabricated building technology in Kenya has revamped the Kenyan construction industry and brought benefits from the advantages accruable from such technologies. There is need to gauge the level of adoption of innovative construction strategies in Kenya which can be achieved by assessing the determinants of the level of adoption of prefabricated building technology in the housing sector. This survey sought to find out how public awareness and resources availability affects the adoption of prefabricated building technology in a case of National Housing Corporation. The study adopted a descriptive research design targeting the key public in the prefabricated construction industry in Kenya through questionnaires. The study sample is 71 users of prefabricated construction technology and 12 prefab experts at the NHC. Structured questionnaires were used for data collection. The data analysis was done for qualitative and quantitative data, while OLS regression was done to ascertain the relationships among the variables under study. The study found that public awareness and resource availability showed positive statistically significant relationship with the level of adoption of prefabricated building technology, confirming that improvement in public awareness and resource availability would result in the improvement in level of adoption of prefabricated building technology. The study therefore recommends that NHC, Financial Institutions, and other relevant government bodies should guide their policy development towards improving access and adoption of prefabricated building by instituting policies that would improve on the state of public awareness and resource availability.