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Digital radiography (DR) systems have revolutionised radiographers' experiences, particularly those accustomed to analogue methods. Despite the advantages, DR poses challenges due to its cost and technical requirements, especially in low-resource settings. Zambia, predominantly reliant on analogue systems, is gradually transitioning to DR. Understanding radiographers' experiences with DR is crucial for leveraging its benefits. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the experiences of Zambian radiographers with DR using the digital transformation framework (DTF). This qualitative method employed a descriptive phenomenological approach to interview 14 radiographers from five governmental hospitals in the Copperbelt province of Zambia. Interviews were conducted face-to-face, digitally audio-recorded, transcribed, and analysed using Colaizzi's (1978) phenomenological framework and Natural Language Processing (NLP). Following data analysis, three main themes were developed: education and training in DR, departmental workflow in DR, and challenges of DR. The findings revealed predominantly positive experiences among radiographers using DR, with improved patient waiting times, image quality, workflow efficiency, and job satisfaction. However, challenges such as technological adaptation and system breakdowns were identified. The study highlighted the positive experiences of radiographers during the initial implementation of DR in Zambian medical facilities. Although challenges exist, the findings suggest that they can be overcome by improving infrastructure and training, thereby maximising the benefits of DR. The positive experiences demonstrated by radiographers in implementing DR in Zambian medical facilities indicate that targeted training and infrastructure improvements can enhance workflow efficiency, image quality, and overall patient care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The introduction of mobile interaction technology has fundamentally transformed the delivery of tourism services, enabling travelers to access real-time information, engage in online interactions, and enjoy personalized services through smart devices. This innovative consumption model not only enhances tourist engagement and satisfaction but also drives innovation and transformation in the tourism industry. However, despite existing studies exploring the impact of technology on tourism, most research focuses primarily on the technology itself, lacking a systematic analysis of its deeper implications for reshaping consumption patterns, enhancing industry resilience, and addressing market uncertainties. Current studies are predominantly centered on applications related to big data and consumer behavior analysis, often overlooking how to measure the resilience of tourism consumption patterns through specific indicators and failing to investigate the long-term sustainability of consumption models transformed by interactive technologies. To address these research gaps, this study introduces a novel perspective by constructing a mobile interaction network model, defining resilience indicators for tourism consumption patterns, and systematically evaluating them using a comprehensive assessment approach. This study aims to provide a new theoretical framework for the digital transformation of the tourism industry and practical guidance for enhancing industry resilience and improving risk resistance capabilities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

With the rapid advancement of mobile Internet technology, the application of interactive mobile technology in education has emerged as a significant area of research, particularly in music education. Mobile technology has introduced transformative changes to both learning styles and teaching methods. Through the utilization of smart devices and mobile platforms, students are provided with personalized and flexible learning environments for music education, while teachers can leverage advanced technological tools to enhance teaching effectiveness. Although previous studies have examined the role of mobile technology in music education, most have focused on its isolated effects, neglecting a systematic analysis of the evolution of teaching effectiveness over time. Furthermore, existing methodologies often fail to account for temporal characteristics and dynamic changes, resulting in an incomplete evaluation of long-term educational outcomes. This study aims to analyze the network characteristics of interactive mobile technology applied in music education and to explore the evolution of teaching effectiveness with consideration of temporal characteristics. This study is expected to offer novel theoretical perspectives for the digital transformation of music education along with practical guidance for its implementation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The proliferation of communication technologies in recent years has significantly contributed to the swift transformation of education. The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic at the beginning of 2020 caused further drastic changes in education, making digital transformation one of its most apparent attributes. This evolution has necessitated a call for more studies delving into students’ learning experiences in a fully online learning environment, especially in nations where online education is still in its nascent stage. By adopting the structural equation modeling approach, this study was intended to examine the effects of various types of interaction on student satisfaction and the impact of student satisfaction on their behavioral acceptance of online learning. The study also aimed to examine the mediating role of student satisfaction in the relationship between interaction and perceived acceptance. The participants comprised 336 students across multiple academic disciplines from a private university in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam. A questionnaire was used for data collection. The results showed that student-teacher interaction and student-student interaction were significant determinants of student satisfaction, whereas student-content interaction and student-interface interaction yielded opposite outcomes. In addition, of the four types of interaction, satisfaction only mediated the relationships of student-teacher interaction and student-student interaction with perceived acceptance. These results emphasize the importance of fostering meaningful interaction activities between teachers and students, as well as among students themselves, in enhancing student satisfaction and further boosting the prospects of online education in today’s digital world. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The present study aims to explore the impact of the implementation of information and communication technologies (ICT) in customs administrations, in the context of increasing the efficiency of the management of large volumes of data from various sources. The main objectives of research include assessing how ICT can improve the taxpayer experience and the internal efficiency of administration. The study will also focus on identifying the challenges associated with the lack of specialized workforce and the absence of a globally unified digital strategy in the public sector. A central aspect of the research is the analysis of the opportunities offered by ICT, such as the implementation of the "Single Window" for electronic filing of customs information, which facilitates interoperability between the automated customs systems of the member states of the European Union. In addition, it will investigate how digitization contributes to the effective use of data analysis, from descriptive to prescriptive models, to optimize tax collection and tax compliance. Next, the study will examine the implementation and strengthening of the Customs Integrated Information System (SIIV), which integrates various subsystems and improves data exchange, security and accessibility of information. It will also assess the long-term impact of digital transformation, including the adoption of emerging technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence, as well as aligning with the dynamics of changes in global trade, with the aim of effectively supporting international trade and ensuring its security. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

As global corporations increasingly prioritize Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, the role of digitalization in achieving sustainable regional development has come into sharp focus. This article examines how corporations, through digital transformation and ESG initiatives, are reshaping the socio-economic landscapes of the regions they operate in, aiming to create a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future. The synergy between digitalization and ESG practices not only aligns with corporate growth and profitability but also with regional goals for economic advancement, environmental sustainability, and social equity. Digital technologies facilitate more effective compliance with ESG criteria, allowing corporations to monitor and manage their environmental footprints, ethical practices, and community engagement efforts in real-time. As a result, the integration of digitalization with ESG principles is transforming the way corporations interact with and contribute to regional development. This article also explores the direct impacts of corporate digitalization on local employment, education, and infrastructure. By investing in digital skills training, companies enhance workforce capabilities and foster economic resilience within local communities. Furthermore, corporate commitment to ESG drives sustainable practices in resource-dependent regions, supporting efforts in areas like renewable energy, waste reduction, and biodiversity preservation. However, challenges remain in ensuring that the benefits of digital transformation and ESG adoption are widely distributed. This article delves into potential risks, such as data privacy issues, digital divides, and the need for stronger regulatory frameworks to guide corporate behavior. It emphasizes that meaningful corporate contributions to regional development require collaboration with governments, NGOs, and local stakeholders. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Contemporaneity, in its complexity, brings progressive and degressive factors that shape the lives of organisations and individuals. Covid-19, as an unforeseen black swan event, was a massive challenge for universities in Poland and around the world. The education system has been transformed as digitisation of documentation and the use of online platforms during classes have become the only way to maintain the continuity of the education process. This article aims to evaluate the effectiveness of technology during the COVID-19 pandemic within the Polish context and to identify potential future opportunities for digital transformation in university teaching through the virtualisation of education. The hypothesis put forward in the paper is that the black swan of Covid-19 and the resulting technological boom have sparked the acceleration of change in higher education. The research data were obtained from secondary and primary sources, using qualitative and quantitative methodology. Using the Web of Science and Scopus databases, the desk research method was used. A diagnostic survey using the Computer-Assisted Web Interviewing (CAWI) technique was used to obtain the primary data. The research findings reveal opportunities for virtualising teaching processes in higher education through e-learning platforms beyond the pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose. Companies operating in every sector investigated various applications of digital technology, which ultimately resulted in their digital transformation to ensure their continued viability. This study examines the factors that affect the willingness of agrifood businesses toward digital transformation and green entrepreneurship, two trends that tend to a sustainable business model. Methods. To approach the research question, a questionnaire based on closed-ended questions scored on a Likert scale was developed and completed by 288 industry executives. The collected data were analyzed in the development of Principal Component Analysis. Findings. Findings highlighted five crucial components the executives should consider for integrating green entrepreneurship practices. They combined them with the digital transformation strategies of SMEs in Greece's agri-food sector. These factors are related to the lack of digital human resource skills and limited funding, product innovation and consumer awareness in the digit era, innovative sustainable materials and life cycle assessment of SME products, executive training for SMEs on the Circular Economy, and executives' knowledge of ESG and green entrepreneurship. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The widespread adoption of digital technologies across various aspects of society has led to the emergence of two highly context-dependent constructs that explain how businesses are getting ready for transformative digital processes: digital readiness and digital transformation (DT). However, assessing the extent to which an organization is ready to succeed in a DT initiative still requires further investigation. This research addresses this gap by working towards a practical definition and model of organizational digital transformation readiness (ODTR). The authors investigate how an organization's readiness for digital transformation should be conceptualized, assessed, and improved through a systematic literature review. This literature review covered the years 2004 to 2021, as well as articles published until May 2022. The search was conducted in the Web of Science database, as well as in the most important publishers' databases, resulting in 264 papers on "e-readiness", 72 articles on "digital transformation", and 8 articles on "digital transformation readiness". Based on this, some dimensions emerged as the most prominent for understanding how companies prepare for transformative digital processes, namely technological resources, business processes, management capability, human capability, and corporate culture, which highlights the multidisciplinary nature of ODTR. Furthermore, the literature review showed the similarity between e-readiness and digital readiness, allowing the assessment of an organization's maturity for digital transformation. The review synthesized the scientific literature on the readiness of organizations for digital transformation, allowing the proposition of an integrative framework to evaluate ODTR. Moreover, it allows the development of insights and recommendations for practices related to successful digital transformation initiatives. As this literature review has limitations related to its scope and search criteria, future studies can provide a broader investigation into how organizations respond to the challenge of DT and their respective readiness to do so in practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study investigates the influence of political conformity on digital transformation in Chinese family businesses from 2011 to 2020. We find that political conformity significantly boosts digital transformation by strengthening strategic leadership, technology focus, and organizational capabilities. It also fosters risk-taking, reduces agency costs, and eases financial constraints. The impact is more pronounced in situations in contexts with high economic policy uncertainty, when executives have limited IT knowledge, family members hold positions in the party committee, and the firm is geographically proximate to the political center, Beijing. Additionally, aligning political conformity with technology strategies not only advances digital transformation but also enhances the businesses' Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) profile and firm value. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the process of constructing green supply chains, how to incentivize suppliers to participate in green innovation is the main challenge. This paper investigates whether digital transformation of customers (CDT) can enhance green innovation of suppliers (SGIT) based on the theoretical framework of resource dependence theory and digital empowerment theory. Paired data of Chinese A-share listed companies and their major customers from 2010 to 2020 are used in this study. The conclusions show that: (1) CDT can significantly enhance SGIT. For economic significance, CDT contributes to an 18 % increase in green patent applications of suppliers. The conclusion remains robust after a series of tests. (2) The main influence mechanisms include: a) increasing the demand for green innovation (DE), and b) facilitating the spillover of digital technologies (SP). (3) Heterogeneity analysis shows that: CDT can more significantly drive SGIT in samples with higher customer concentration. (4) The effect of CDT on SGIT is more significant for suppliers with lower uncertainty and less environmental pollution. (5) The impact of CDT on SGIT is more significant in samples where customers and suppliers are geographically closer. The findings enhance the understanding of digital transformation and offer some insights for promoting green innovation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

While the impact of digital transformation on firms' labour demand has attracted considerable attention, no studies have examined how different types of digital transformation impact different workforce labour demand. Using data from Chinese A-share listed manufacturing companies from 2013 to 2022, this study employs a two-way fixed effects model, the instrumental variable method and multi-temporal difference-in-differences analysis. The findings reveal that digital convergence technologies significantly increase manufacturing firms' labour demand, whereas e-commerce technologies have no significant effect on employment. Furthermore, digitalisation has a negative effect on the demand for operational employees and a positive effect on the demand for skilled and service employees. The mechanism test reveals that digital transformation primarily substitutes labour through productivity effects and generates labour demand via financing constraints and business scope effects, ultimately increasing manufacturing firms' labour demand. These results further enhance the understanding of how digital technology development impacts labour demand. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

With the rapid development of the digital economy, China's digital technology and industry continue to integrate deeply into all areas of society. Digital transformation(DT) has become an important engine and key pedestal for economic and social transformations and upgrades. This paper takes 3525 listed companies from 2013 to 2021 as a sample to measure the green total factor productivity(GTFP) of listed enterprises based on the super-efficiency slacks-based measure with the Global Malmquist-Luenberger Index (SBM-GML) and the super-efficiency epsilon-based measure with the Global Malmquist-Luenberger Index (EBM-GML). It draws on the two existing DT indicators to explore the impact and mechanism of enterprise DT on GTFP. The results show that DT can significantly enhance GTFP, and this conclusion still holds after double/debiased machine learning and other robustness tests; the heterogeneity analysis shows that DT of high-tech enterprises, manufacturing industries and low-financialisation enterprises has a more obvious effect on the enhancement of GTFP; and the four-stage mediated impact mechanism suggests that the effect of DT on GTFP can be achieved by improving internal control ability and technological innovation ability. This paper will provide relevant policy insights on how to better drive enterprise DT and green low-carbon development under the "dual-carbon" goal. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research aims to empirically investigate the relationship between bank digital transformation and lending distance. In traditional financial geography theory, banks have a natural geographical proximity preference in their credit decision-making, which might lead to suboptimal credit allocation. Can the rapid development of digitalization improve the situation that banks are only capable of undertaking ex ante due diligence and ex post monitoring of proximate borrowers, given that fintech has greatly improved the overall efficiency of the financial industry? Using bank loan data of listed enterprises in China from 2013 to 2021, this paper finds that the digital transformation of banks can significantly extend the lending distance between banks and enterprises. The moderating effect analysis suggests that distance extending effect of bank digitalization is more pronounced for firms with poor information quality and in competitive banking sector. Further, digital transformation extends the lending distance without increasing risk preferences, as evidenced by the empirical finding that the non-performing loan ratio remains unaffected by the increased distance. Also, geographical expansion in lending distance reduces loan concentration. The research in this paper supports the conclusion that banks' digital transformation positively impacts corporate credit allocation and is beneficial to achieving financial stability by improving loan performances. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The digital age has brought great changes in many areas of life, including education. The main change is the use of mobile device systems such as smartphones or tablets that are practical to change the way assessments affect learning efficiency. This paper examines how mobile-based digital assessment systems can improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the assessment process in learning. This paper aims to provide educators with practical guidance for integrating technology into their assessment systems by utilizing available mobile smartphones or tablets and conducting an analysis of the benefits and challenges faced. This study also explores how to maximize the use of smartphones or tablets as a support tool in conducting assessments and can enrich the learning experience of students through faster and personalized feedback. Assist educators in managing assessments in a more structured and measurable way. In addition, recommendations for the effectiveness of smartphone use in supporting the assessment system are also included so that educators can achieve optimal results in the learning process. This study contributes to the educational literature by providing new perspectives on the application of technology and the use of mobile devices to assessment by presenting empirical evidence that supports the effectiveness of assessment application in improving the quality of education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Additive Manufacturing (AM) industry is of paramount importance as means of personalized design capabilities by rapid prototyping, using exact amount of required materials avoiding waste, and applying Industry 4.0 technologies with digital transformation ability. The characteristics of AM are regarded as the prerequisites for sustainability in the manufacturing industry. However, there are limited papers discussing the stakeholders and sustainability objectives in a single comprehensive analysis. Hence, the purpose of this research is to identify the degree of each stakeholder to achieve the objective of sustainability in AM supply chain by proposing a novel Plithogenic Fuzzy MACTOR approach. Results reveal that the customers are in triggering position to shape entire AM supply chain as the demand generators. Workforce is a significant player in the AM supply chain by creating the design, manufacturing, marketing, and communicating to provide the collaborations in this business segment. Academia positions here a supportive role to enable the whole supply chain members in terms of delivering technological advancements, training people, and providing the workforce. The AM manufacturers and material / software / printer suppliers are the key players leading to the supply chain by producing the main business products. Thus, a practitioner can interpret its position in the AM supply chain and understand the requirements of sustainability points in detail. Besides, this study provides a theoretical contribution to the literature by extending the MACTOR analysis with Plithogenic sets via including a different uncertainty measure. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Taiwan has been developing digital technology for many years. Whether it is industry or government, Taiwan's digitalisation level is among the highest in the world. This research aims to show how the application of chatbots and AI technology affects Taiwan's local governments, what problems have arisen from its operations so far, and what key factors provide a better understanding of the effectiveness of chatbots. Contributions to the transformation of existing digital governments can be used to strengthen governance and political participation. This article adopts a case study approach. The research findings are based on the evaluation model constructed by literature review and in-depth interviews; this ideal model examined the operational effectiveness of existing local government chatbots. Through in-depth interviews, we discovered that human-robot collaboration would be the most beneficial model for using artificial intelligence in the future. In order to maximise the benefits of human-robot collaboration, government agencies must enhance organisational members' understanding of artificial intelligence through education and training to help cross-domain communication and coordination activities with entrusted units and through education and training to build an organisational culture that supports the organisation's digital transformation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article examines India's ambitious digital transformation program that has sustained over the last decade. The digital transformation effort started around 2009 with the creation of the digital identity program and continues until now with additional layers of digital payments, data empowerment architecture, open network for digital commerce, and several others. Using the interpretive narrative approach, we examine the empirical case of three core digital transformation initiatives commonly referred to as the India Stack: (1) Aadhar – the digital identity system, (2) Unified Payment Interface – the digital payment infrastructure, and (3) Data Empowerment and Protection Architecture – a data sharing architecture. Our findings suggest that institutional leadership and stakeholder co-production are the main drivers behind the success of digital transformation in India. The leadership provided the sustained vision, institutional continuity, and the legal and regulatory framework for digital transformation initiatives. Stakeholder partnerships from across public, private, and non-profit agencies were crucial to the design and delivery of the program. This study offers theoretical insights and practical lessons for scholars and practitioners alike for how a large-scale digital transformation is implemented and sustained in a complex environment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study explores the utilisation of e-government services by digitally vulnerable individuals in South Korea. The research questions focus on understanding the current status of e-government use among digitally vulnerable populations, including the elderly, low-income, the disabled, and multi-cultural families, the level of inclusivity of e-government services for them, and the policy implications for improving access to these services. Using data from the 2021 National E-government Survey (NES) in South Korea, the study found that only a small percentage of digitally vulnerable populations are aware of e-government services and that most web-based and app-based information transaction, financial transaction, e-participation, and social welfare services are not inclusive for age and income level. However, the study also revealed that most web-based and app-based e-government services examined, except e-business services, provide inclusive services to the disabled and multi-cultural families. The study concludes with recommendations for policy makers to improve inclusivity and access to e-government services for digitally vulnerable populations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

National political systems often favour incrementalism, vested interests, and traditional power structures resulting in a "tyranny of the status quo" that stymies efforts for disruptive and essential policymaking. Punctuated equilibrium theory argues that the interaction of political institutions, interest mobilisations, and boundedly rational decision-making during periods of crisis can create windows of opportunity for significant change in public policy. In this article, we apply this theory to the case of government digital transformation (DX) in Japan through a longitudinal study of stasis, crisis, choice, and change. We find that the COVID-19 pandemic beginning in 2020 served as a significant catalyst for large-scale departures from the status quo, resulting in waves of institutional, policy and technological innovation, including most recently in artificial intelligence. While movement towards the development of DX had begun years earlier, it was the pandemic that dramatically accelerated its formation and implementation despite longstanding stakeholder resistance. These findings are significant for both theories of public policy in general and for digital transformation in particular, as well as for the scholarship on Japanese public affairs in the 21st century. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the context of Industry 4.0, the most important trend in the shipbuilding industry is to efficiently manufacture intelligent and more environmentally friendly ships. This requires the shipbuilding industry to achieve technological innovations in all aspects of the ship's life cycle and accelerate the digital transformation of the industry. Thanks to the development of new-generation information technology, digital twins have received widespread attention and application in the manufacturing industry. The excellent performance of digital twins in monitoring, diagnosis and decision support also provides strong support for the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry. However, the application and development of digital twin technology are constrained when faced with the complex and discrete manufacturing processes in the shipbuilding industry. To address the constraints in the shipbuilding industry, promote the application of digital twin technology, and support the digital transformation of the shipbuilding industry, a statistical analysis of publications linked to the shipbuilding industry and digital twin using the Web of Science and the Scopus are done in this paper. The application and development of digital twin in the shipbuilding industry was systematically analyzed, the problems restricting the development of digital twin in the shipbuilding industry was summarized. Finally, the development trend of digital twin in shipbuilding industry prospects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Teacher training and a commitment to innovation in teaching are determining factors in the success of technology adoption processes. This article presents a study on the opportunities produced through the collaboration of the Ecuadorian Ministry of Education and the ProFuturo program, which arose during the COVID-19 pandemic. This collaboration resulted in the improvement of digital competency among teachers and pupils and in transference to educational practise. It also strengthened the existing limited capabilities for developing mass training programs for teachers in the country. The research was conducted through an online survey, with a cross-sectional, quantitative, and non-experimental focus from two data sources. A total of 3,565 teachers answered the digital survey for teachers trained using the Open Model in Ecuador between 2020 and 2022. On the other hand, 7,257 teachers answered the ProFuturo Self-Assessment of Digital Skills of Teachers (https://competencyassessment.profuturo.education/?lang=en). The results show an improvement in the competency of teachers following their participation in the program and confirm that they considered digital transformation in the classroom to be of great utility. Teacher training remains a cornerstone of high-quality education and research as this contribution proves a positive impact on learning experiences, where there was a significant transference, driven by an improvement in digital skills applied to the teaching process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the era of digital transformation, Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has emerged as a pivotal technology for enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability in logistics. The primary goal of this paper is to explore the potential of RPA in optimizing logistics processes, specifically focusing on its impact on energy efficiency, cost reduction, and overall operational performance. The research aims to identify and address the challenges and opportunities presented by RPA, offering a structured framework for its implementation in large-scale logistics operations. By automating routine and repetitive tasks, RPA reduces human error, accelerates process execution, and significantly lowers energy consumption in both warehouse and transportation logistics. The integration of RPA with existing logistics systems, such as warehouse management systems and transportation management systems, facilitates seamless operations and real-time data analysis. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the development of a comprehensive framework for integrating RPA into logistics systems, highlighting not only the immediate operational benefits but also long-term sustainability and efficiency improvements. This paper also provides insights into the best practices associated with RPA deployment in logistics, supported by case studies and quantitative analysis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This research delves into the global understanding of smart education from various perspectives, including expert viewpoints, policy dimensions, public datasets, and visions of equity and inclusion. Multiple webinars have revealed that the concept of smart education with a shared vision of quality education in the age of AI is being understood by different countries through diverse cultural, technological, and pedagogical lenses. We collected 48 topical digital education policies from Africa, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe and conducted coding analysis on inspective digital education policies for smart education to find that creating a high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable digital education ecosystem is the main concern in digital education policy vision and plan. Infrastructure development and human capacity building are also integral to digital education policies. Analysis of public datasets identified a global framework for tracking smart education encompassing 10 indicators and 30 sub-indicators was identified which coincide well with the GSE datasets covering 58 observing data points. Additionally, we organized a series of webinars with participants from 13 countries and explored specific cases to find pathways to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 4. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

From year to year, the need for digitization increases, especially since it brings with its multiple advantages: cost reduction, operational efficiency increases, the number of personalized services, adapted to individual needs, increases. Digitization is a necessity of today's modern world, where we cannot imagine life, work, without internet connection. That is precisely why the European Union is developing policies to support the Strategy on shaping the digital transformation. EU policies will contribute to the introduction of new digital technologies, which will generate an ecological transition, allowing to achieve climate neutrality, by the year 2050. Citizens will be supported to obtain digital skills, workers will be trained, public services will be digitized, and the rights and the core values of individuals will be respected. The digital transformation achieved through the implementation of digital policies will mean the existence of digital platforms, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, internet of things, digital financial services, online health care, etc. Digital technologies contribute to the optimization of production, the reduction of waste, the emergence of new products and services to be provided to customers in today's digital age. The future trend of our life and work will necessarily include a digital component. EU policies in the field of digitization confirm this. It is necessary to adapt to this trend in order to survive, to develop, to prosper, regardless of whether we are individuals, companies, universities, healthcare institutions, etc. The transition to digitalization is an undeniable reality. The paper presents the importance of digitization for individuals, for society, for the environment, etc. and details EU policies in the field of digitalisation. Future research directions inspired by the theme of this paper are also presented. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aim of this research paper is to present how digital transformation can be used to improve the efficiency and transparency of the financial sector, thus contributing to sustainable development. I will also explore how digitalisation can increase access to financial services for marginalised communities and promote financial inclusiveness. These issues could provide an interesting insight into how digital innovations can influence financial stability in the context of sustainable development. Digital transformation can have a significant impact in promoting sustainable development, by using them, organisations can improve operational efficiency, reduce resource consumption and carbon emissions, and optimise production processes. Digitalization can increase access to information and education, thus facilitating informed decisions on sustainability. Innovative solutions to environmental, social and financial problems can be developed through digital technologies, helping to achieve sustainable development goals. Digital transformation in the financial sector refers to the application of technologies, such as big data, artificial intelligence, mobile platforms, blockchain, Internet of Things and more, that are applied to deliver financial services and make financial and investment decisions. Sustainable finance refers to an investment decision-making process in which ESG factors are carefully assessed, with a focus on increasing long-term investment in sustainable projects and economic activities. Successfully integrating these two segments also means that the business is implementing digital transformation in sustainable finance practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Over the past 40 years of reform and opening-up, China has achieved remarkable progress in rural infrastructure development. Although some empirical studies have demonstrated a positive relationship between the provision of digital infrastructure and increases in agricultural output and farmer income in various developing countries, research exploring the impact of digital infrastructure on rural households' welfare is rare. This gap represents a significant issue for policymakers and academic researchers in developing countries today. By matching micro-survey data with county-level digital infrastructure investment data, this paper empirically examines the effects and mechanisms of digital infrastructure on the welfare of rural households using ordered probit and mediation models. We found that digital infrastructure has a significant impact on rural households' overall welfare levels. Mechanism testing revealed that digital infrastructure operates through at least three distinct pathways, positively affecting both the economic and non-economic welfare of rural households. Additionally, the level of human capital and regional economic development exhibit notable heterogeneous effects on the impact of digital infrastructure. The validity of the results was demonstrated through instrumental variable regression and a series of robustness tests. The reason behind this result lies in the fact that the improvement of digital infrastructure in rural areas enhances households' ability to access resources, develop skills, and engage in decision-making processes. This objectively improves their living standards and meets their needs. The empirical findings of this study have important policy implications for strengthening rural digital infrastructure, further enhancing rural households' digital skills, and ultimately improving their overall welfare. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the digital era, digital transformation is disrupting traditional business models and innovation activities. Numerous firms have expedited their endeavors in digital transformation to augment their manufacturing capabilities, operational efficiency, and competitive standing. Despite the increasing scholarly attention on the pivotal role of digital transformation in economic progress, there exists a paucity of research delving into the intricate nexus between digital transformation and innovation quality. The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between digital transformation and innovation quality. Leveraging annual report data and patent information from Chinese listed companies spanning from 2012 to 2021, we have identified that digital transformation significantly enhances innovation quality. Interestingly, upon further investigation into the relationship between the five sub-dimensions of digital transformation (artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, big data, and digital technology applications) and innovation quality, positive and significant correlations were observed with artificial intelligence, cloud computing, big data, and digital technology applications, while blockchain did not exhibit a significant impact. Furthermore, the study reveals that the impact of digital transformation on innovation quality varies depending on property rights and regional location. Specifically, this promotional effect is significant only in non-state-owned enterprises and in the central and eastern regions. Overall, this paper enriches the research on digital transformation and innovation quality, providing valuable insights to promote the advancement of digital transformation levels for better serving the high-quality development of the real economy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The concept of digital transformation (DT) has revolutionized different facets of society including institutions of learning, where it has continued to influence teaching, learning and research. Over time and with the continued technological advancements in biological science disciplines, it has become clear that the increased convergence between these disciplines and digital systems application will become more apparent. For example, the advent and application of next-generation sequencing (NGS), machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI) and other automated biological processes have afforded unique huge data sets with high societal impact. As such, digitalization of the bioeconomy remains necessary. The digitalization of the biosciences has birthed emerging concepts like "digital biology", "engineered biology" and "bio-revolution" and involve computer-centered biosciences. These are built around the integration of scientific data, modeling at several levels, as well as networked science. Nonetheless, it is still plagued by information derivation policies and technicality issues. Although, digital biology has seen a major boost in recent years with the emergence of new and updated digital biology databases and platforms for advanced computational modelling, and connection and visualization of bio-data at a molecular level, more efforts are needed from governmental stakeholders (policy makers), industry and academia to enhance the impact of computational automation and digital transformation in bioscience activities. Hence, a steady upscale in digitalization of the biosciences would ensure bioprocess development, increase teaching, research efficiency and productivity, birth more innovative future applications for various industries, and thereby impact several aspects of life. This article presents how selected biological science disciplines have been digitally transformed through data analytics and how the concept could be further explored in advancing teaching, learning and research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: This paper investigates the moderating-mediation roles of synchronous and asynchronous learning, as well as virtual self-efficacy between digital learning space experience and continuous use among learners in Ghanaian institutions of higher learning. Design/methodology/approach: A convenience sampling technique was used in the selection of 604 students who answered questions on digital learning space experience, synchronous and asynchronous learning, virtual self-efficacy and learner continuous use within the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. The study employed regression analysis to measure the hypothesized paths. Findings: The findings show that asynchronous learning partially mediates between digital learning space experience and learner continuous use, but the mediating effect of synchronous learning between digital learning space experience and learner continuous use was not significant. Further, virtual self-efficacy significantly moderates the mediated relationship between asynchronous learning and learner continuous use, but the moderated mediated role of synchronous learning was not established in the study. Research limitations/implications: Generalization of the study findings is limited due to the sampling scope, which was restricted to students of IHL in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Originality/value: In this research, the academic scope of digital transformation was expanded from both digital structure elements and psychological perspectives within the domain of higher education literature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The digital transformation in higher education can be observed in numerous ways and practices. Recently, post-pandemic digitalization played a significant role in the increase of the educational use of digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, augmented reality, extended reality, and social media. Among these, social media has dominated daily life long before the rest of the technologies. Hence, examining the current situation of social media studies within educational research aids in envisioning the future vision. This study aims to outline the trends in the use of social media platforms by analyzing them within educational research published between 2017-2023. For this purpose, 473 articles in the Web of Science database were examined regarding the dimensions of publication year, country of publication, author, keyword, article type, the method used, sampling, data collection tools and analysis methods, and social media use. The findings of this study are believed to guide practitioners and researchers in their practice and consideration of social media within educational environments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of this research was to investigate the relationships between social influences related to digital transformation adoption and cognitive competency in forming problem-solving skills. A deduction approach associated with the positivist philosophy was employed in order to build up the research model to explain the process of shaping problem-solving skills. By sending questionnaires randomly via Google Forms, a cross-sectional study with 337 respondents aged 17 years and older, including men and women with an education level of high school or higher, was conducted in southern Vietnam. Prior to assessing the measurement and structural models, the reliability and validity of measurement scales were examined by Cronbach's alpha using SPSS software. The SmartPLS software then was utilized to analyze the measurement and structural models and test the hypotheses using partial least squares structural equation modelling. According to research findings, social influences associated with the implementation of digital transformation had a direct positive impact on workers' cognitive competency as well as their problem-solving skills. In addition, the research model also demonstrated the effects of cognitive processes when receiving social impacts through direct and indirect mechanisms on problem-solving skills, in which low thinking ability was the foundation for high thinking and creative abilities. Based on these findings, the research opened a novel approach to problem-solving skills through the mechanism of the impacts of stimuli on organisms and organisms on responses that were a premise for managers to provide and orient information to improve employees' cognitive abilities and problem-solving skills. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Digital education transformation introduced a new source of stress for higher education teachers (HETs). Research has studied the effects of technostress, or technology-induced stress, focusing on its harmful consequences (techno-distress). Recent literature further suggests that technostress can also benefit individuals and organizations (techno-eustress), contributing to wellbeing, effectiveness, and performance. However, techno-eustress measurements are scarce. This study aimed to adapt and validate the Techno-eustress Scale for HETs. The scale was translated, adapted, and tested in a nationwide sample of 1,107 Portuguese HETs. Both exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were used. Results led to a brief 5-item Portuguese version of the techno-eustress scale, exhibiting a onedimensional structure and robust psychometric qualities, evidencing reliability, construct validity, and strict measurement invariance. The study provided a parsimonious techno-eustress assessment that assists future research and practice. Our work extended technostress research and crosses scientific domains such as education, psychology, information systems, and management. This brief measurement underpins positive organizational studies as it opposes the eternalization of techno(di)stress measurements, in a technology-based era when wellbeing, notably for HETs, is a precious asset. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The research explores the significance of mapping Research Infrastructures (RI) using the Slovak case study and try to identify the best solution for Ukrainian science. Drawing from European experiences, particularly the European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) and its roadmap, the study proposes leveraging similar methodologies for RI mapping in Ukraine. While European projects like MERIL, CATRIS, and ONLINE S3 have advanced RI inventory efforts, Ukraine lacks a comprehensive approach in this regard. The research aims to address this gap by advocating for the development and implementation of a mapping system tailored to Ukraine's research landscape. By examining existing literature and European initiatives, it provides a framework for creating a unified catalogue of research infrastructures, essential for informed decision-making and effective resource allocation in Ukraine's scientific sector. This "Science Map of Ukraine" will enables users to filter data and access detailed information about each scientific infrastructure object, facilitating efficient resource allocation and strategic planning. In the context of wartime and post-war recovery, this project takes on added significance as a key factor in supporting digital transformation in science and research. The "Map" allows for the identification of critical research infrastructure objects, promotes collaboration among institutions, facilitates resource reallocation, monitors scientific activities, and enhances digital coordination. Through comprehensive data visualization, it contributes to broader understanding and public participation in scientific processes. The project ensures accurate representation of infrastructure locations, systematic classification of objects, and transparent monitoring of resource utilization, thereby aiding in the prioritization of research and development activities for recovery. Additionally, it promotes transparency and open science principles, enabling both the public and international community to track and evaluate the development of research infrastructure in Ukraine. In Slovakia, a national policy document, the SK VI Roadmap 2020-2030, plays a significant role in monitoring and developing research infrastructure. Prepared by the Ministry of Education, Science, Research, and Sports in collaboration with World Bank experts and research agency representatives, this document outlines a system for assessing, monitoring, managing, and financing research infrastructure. It establishes a vision and specific measures for the development of research infrastructure in Slovakia, emphasizing its interconnection with the economy, smart specialization domains, and international cooperation within ESFRI and the Horizon Europe framework. This experience in Slovakia provides valuable insights for the implementation of similar initiatives in Ukraine. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Austrian Science Fund FWF is digitalising its services for researchers, research institutions, employees, and stakeholders with the FWF4.0 project and aligns its efforts with the national RIS Synergy initiative. The organisation anticipates both new opportunities and challenges. Key learnings include the importance of proactive management support, transparent communication, realistic planning and thorough stakeholder engagement throughout the digital transformation process. In addition, recognising the challenges associated with change management and maintaining consistency during implementation are essential to achieving successful outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The current study aimed to show the methods of cheating caused by the digital transformation so that we focused on the current situation during the examination period in particular, because the phenomenon of cheating has an impact on the violation of the integrity of academic practice at the global and local levels, and made higher education in a state of alert and feeling threatened by the deterioration of its quality, and questioning the credibility of its academic performance. In addition to the resulting risks and social gaps, we tried to adopt a set of solutions and preventive strategies that allow us to control such deviant behaviors and take them seriously in addressing and deterring them before they occur. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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