Digital Opportunities Research Articles

The Impact of the Digital Capability of College Students’ New Enterprises on Business Model Innovation Driven by the Digital Economy: The Mediating Effect of Digital Opportunity Discovery

Based on the theoretical frameworks on dynamic capabilities and business model innovation, we conducted a comprehensive survey and analysis involving 451 Chinese university student enterprises. The primary objective was to investigate the synergistic mechanism between these two factors, assessing their impact on business model innovation and tracing the evolutionary path. The study revealed the following key findings: (1) positive correlations exist between digital capabilities and business model innovation; (2) entrepreneurial passion serves as a mediator in the positive relationship between digital capabilities and the discovery of digital opportunities; (3) digital opportunity discovery acts as a mediator in the relationship between digital capabilities and business model innovation; (4) under the mediation of dynamic capabilities, digital opportunity discovery significantly promotes business model innovation. Our research contributes to the empirical exploration of digitization in enterprises, shedding light on the collaborative influence of digital capabilities and digital opportunity discovery on business model innovation. Importantly, it elucidates the contextual boundaries that influence business model innovation through diverse pathways, enhancing our comprehensive understanding of the dynamic landscape in the evolution of digital business transformations.

Effect of digital opportunity recognition on students’ digital entrepreneurial intentions and behavior

This study aims to examine the effect of digital opportunity recognition on students’ intentions and behavior related to digital entrepreneurship. The study measures the influence of digital opportunity recognition on antecedents of the theory of planned behavior and indirect influence on digital entrepreneurial intentions and behavior. This study employed a cross-sectional design. Data were collected from 2,840 students enrolled in professional management and entrepreneurship directions at universities in Saudi Arabia. The target sample consisted of individuals who have plans to become entrepreneurs. The findings indicated that digital opportunity recognition has a direct and significant effect on attitude, subjective norms, perceived self-efficacy, and an indirect effect on intentions and behavior toward digital entrepreneurship. Furthermore, this study checked multigroup differences between male and female samples: males show more favorable behavior toward digital entrepreneurship compared to females in Saudi Arabia. Collectively, the antecedents of the theory of planned behavior and digital opportunity recognition explained 65.1% of the variance in digital entrepreneurial behavior, with males at 68.2% and females at 63.2%. The research implication is that policymakers should prioritize integrating digital entrepreneurship into education curricula and providing support mechanisms to nurture the potential of digital-native students. AcknowledgmentsThe author extends his appreciation to the Arab Open University for funding this work through Research Fund No. (AOUKSA-524008).

Unlocking synergies between waste management and climate change mitigation to accelerate decarbonization through circular-economy digitalization in Indonesia

As one of popular destinations in Indonesia for tourism, Lombok Island has been confronted with an overgeneration of solid waste recently. About 600 metric ton (Mt) of the waste is generated daily with 40 % of it as non-biodegradable waste. Amidst the challenges of climate change and the need for decarbonization, this case-study investigates various challenges in strengthening synergies between waste management and climate change mitigation in Lombok, while exploring opportunities to accelerate decarbonization in the waste sector through circular-economy digitalization. Case study of digitalization-based waste recycling in Hainan Island (China) are presented as a model for Lombok to replicate its successful story on how digital technologies contribute to sustainability with respect to efficiency and waste circularity. To obtain relevant data, the research questions cover: How did both Hainan and Lombok Islands deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with digitalization-based circular economy (CE)? What are the implications of digitalization-based waste recycling on the society and economy? It was found that digital revolution has affected all sectors including the waste sector in Hainan. As digitalization has expanded in all sectors, this creates opportunities to optimize waste recycling and decrease GHG emissions, while driving decarbonization across the economy. About 90 % of waste avoidance was attained in Hainan when using digitalization for waste recycling. CE strategies also complement decarbonization to reduce GHG emission from material production through waste recycling, while minimizing its direct emission from local landfills. While the digitalization-based approach is promising for improving waste management in Lombok, its appropriateness and feasibility depend on the Island's socio-economic conditions and digital readiness. The findings underline the importance of integrating digital solutions into local waste management and calls for collaboration among policymakers, stakeholders, and communities to realize the potential of circular-economy digitalization in accelerating decarbonization. By adopting digital opportunities in the waste sector based on China's experiences, Indonesia could accelerate decarbonization pathways in waste sector to accomplish its net-zero emission goals by 2060.

Windows of opportunity, strategic cognition and enterprise digital transformation

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to discuss how enterprises can effectively perceive and use the digital opportunities brought about by digital technologies and dynamic environments and how they can enhance their capabilities to realize digital transformation and adapt to the development of the digital economy era. Design/methodology/approach Based on the windows of opportunity theory and strategic cognition theory, this paper conducts an empirical analysis of the questionnaire data of 268 enterprises and discusses the influence of external windows of opportunity and internal windows of opportunity on the digital transformation of enterprises, as well as the action mechanism of strategic cognition and entrepreneurship. Findings The results show that both the external windows of opportunity and the internal windows of opportunity have significant positive effects on the digital transformation of enterprises. Strategic cognition plays a partial mediating role in the external windows of opportunity and the internal windows of opportunity influencing the enterprise digital transformation process. Entrepreneurship plays a positive regulatory role in the process of external windows of opportunity and internal windows of opportunity influencing strategic cognition. Originality/value This paper deepens the relationship between internal and external windows of opportunity and enterprise digital transformation and contributes a new theoretical cognition. This paper integrates the strategic cognition theory to clarify the complex process mechanism of digital transformation using external situational opportunities and internal capabilities. This paper introduces entrepreneurship into the path mechanism of digital transformation and expands the characteristics of the study of digital transformation antecedents to the individual level within the enterprise.

Digitalization in malaysian construction industry: Awareness, challenges and opportunities

The construction industry is going forward by adopting digitization, but players are still battling to grasp and execute it properly. That is why, this study aims to evaluate the awareness, challenges and opportunities of digitalization in the Malaysian construction industry and provides a framework for better digital implementation. In this perspective, a questionnaire-based study was conducted, and the responses were collected from field experts who have implemented a digital system in their construction projects. The outcome shows that the Malaysian construction industry is aware of digitalization and rated the Industrialized Building System (IBS) as the most important technology. In Project Delivery, “Standardized Organization” was the utmost factor for digitalization in construction. The top Challenge in Digital Implementation is “Organizational costs are among the high initial costs of implementing technologies, standards, and specifications”. The top Opportunity in Digital Transformation is “Procedures better planned and monitored”. Based on the top factors, the framework was constructed which will help the practitioners to understand and implement digitalization in a much better way. Thus, this study is significant in addressing the issues related to implementing digitalization in the Malaysian construction industry and providing a perspective to catalyse the development.

Digital Opportunity or a Threat? Adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) Monitoring Systems for Natural Resources in Germany

In Germany, modern digital technologies like Internet of Things (IoT) have been increasingly promoted for better environmental and natural resources management through “smart” monitoring and real-time data. However, adopting such advanced technologies is complex and brings a wide array of risks and challenges, and it remains unclear whether local actors are in fact willing and sufficiently equipped to adopt them. Using the Motivations and Abilities (MOTA) framework, and quantitative data collection and analysis methods, this study explores the motivations and abilities of German local (governmental) actors by focusing on the adoption of IoT-based forest and water monitoring systems. The findings reveal an early-stage adoption of IoT environmental monitoring, with limited awareness and no plans for adoption. The lack of willingness, however, is not attributed to a lack of motivation; it is, rather, influenced by perceived insufficient financial and technical capacities and resources. This study provides novel insights for understanding the complex relationship between actors’ behavior and the adoption of advanced digital technologies in the realm of environmental and natural resources management. The results provide a robust foundation for future research, and inform policy and practice aimed at facilitating digitalized natural resources management.

Digital Literacy: Fundamental Competence for Modern Society

This research highlights the significance of digital literacy in our increasingly interconnected modern society through information technology. It addresses the primary challenges faced by modern society in managing information in the digital era, including the spread of fake news and data privacy breaches. The research aims to elucidate the contribution of digital literacy in addressing these challenges faced by modern society and identify its positive impacts in safeguarding data security, combating misinformation, and enabling active participation in the digital community. The research methodology employed a systematic literature review (SLR) to gather, evaluate, and synthesize literature related to modern society and digital literacy. The findings of the research reveal that digital literacy plays a pivotal role in assisting individuals in comprehending, filtering, and assessing information encountered online while safeguarding their privacy in the digital environment. In conclusion, digital literacy is not just a technical skill but also the key to responsibly and wisely harnessing digital opportunities.

E-invoicing: A Catalyst for Digitalization and Sustainability

AbstractBackground and PurposeDigitalization brings a wide range of opportunities for both digital and sustainable transformation. One of the first steps on this journey is the digitization of business documents and digitalization of business processes. The European Commission has recognised the advantages of digitalization, particularly in the context of e-invoicing, which can contribute significantly to economic prosperity and align with public policy goals such as deficit reduction and sustainable development. Despite the successful adoption of e-invoicing in the public sector, the uptake of e-invoicing in business-to-business (B2B) transactions is surprisingly low. This research focuses on Slovenia, a small European country that imple-mented e-invoicing as mandatory between enterprises and the public sector in 2015.MethodsTo investigate e-invoicing adoption in the wider population, we designed an online survey, which was conducted among 284 organizations in Slovenia. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS 28 software. One sample t-test was used to evaluate the importance of identified advantages, barriers and incentives for e-invoicing usage. Further, we ran an inde-pendent sample t-test to identify statistically important differences in the importance of ad-vantages, barriers, and incentives between organizations with lower and higher levels of e-invoicing usage.ResultsThe results showed that organizations recognize the benefits of e-invoicing well and perceive them as important. The most important barriers to e-invoicing adoption are related to the business environment, unawareness and lack of knowledge about how to implement e-invoicing. Desired incentives for wider e-invoicing adoption are related to easier and lower costs of technical implementation, provided training and education, including best practices, as well as the availability of government grants and other support measures on the state level, including legislation, public directory of business entities using electronic document exchange and service providers.ConclusionThe paper provides important information for decision-makers and public ad-min-istrations to take appropriate measures and incentives to further support wider adoption of e-invoicing and exchange of other e-documents to exploit opportunities of digitalization better.

Implementasi Analisis SWOT Dalam Strategi Pemasaran Digital Sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Siswa Baru

Implementing SWOT analysis in digital marketing strategies is crucial in increasing the number of new student registrants in educational institutions. SWOT, an abbreviation of Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats, provides a basis for formulating effective strategies. In the context of digital marketing, power can be utilized to strengthen an institution's image and attract the attention of prospective students through online media. Identified weaknesses can be optimized with internal improvements, thereby providing a positive experience to prospective students. Opportunities in the digital world, such as the use of social media and online platforms, can be applied to increase marketing reach. Threats from competitors can be anticipated by adapting the latest technology and increasing competitiveness. Through SWOT analysis, digital marketing strategies can be formulated to be more targeted. Strengthening an institution's image through multimedia content and testimonials can utilize internal strengths. Weaknesses such as lack of online visibility can be overcome through targeted digital marketing campaigns. Opportunities to interact directly with prospective students via social media can increase engagement. By detailing each SWOT element in a digital marketing strategy, educational institutions can increase their appeal, overcome internal obstacles, take advantage of digital opportunities, and anticipate potential threats. Thus, implementing a SWOT analysis opens up great opportunities to increase new student enrollment through a targeted and effective marketing approach in the digital era.

ANALYSIS OF THE LEVEL OF DIGITAL LITERACY USING MACHINE LEARNING

Currently, digital technologies are penetrating deeper and deeper into all spheres of human activity. And it is difficult to imagine at least any area of human activity that is not affected by digital technologies. The transition to a digital way of transmitting information (digitalization) can be observed in all directions: in the development of interpersonal relationships, in professional activity, in receiving and providing services, recreation, and much more. Modern teenagers actively use laptops, gadgets are not only a means of communication and entertainment, but also as a tool for education. The following research paper examines the use of digital opportunities among the population. The input data were the results of the official website stat.gov and the questionnaire. The main purpose of this study is to evaluate and use several algorithms to determine the level of digital literacy of the population using raw data. Before extracting the data features, the sample was carefully processed. To improve the accuracy of the implemented model, hybrid methods were used to extract features. Six classifiers were used to classify the data. As a result, a detailed comparative evaluation was carried out for several trained models. All the results of the trained models are presented in the form of histograms and tables. The paper provides statistical data for 2020-2022. Based on the analysis of statistical data, the author of the article made conclusions that allow us to talk about the formation of new trends in the digital development of Kazakhstan.

The relevance of developing digital hygiene in adolescents and preventing cyberbullying

Relevance. The relevance of the study is conditioned by the increasing number of cases of cyberbullying among young people, in particular, in Kazakhstan. At the same time, victims rarely seek help.Purpose. The purpose of the study is to develop recommendations that would provide an opportunity to prevent cyberbullying, in particular, through the development of digital hygiene.Methodology. Methods such as survey, logical analysis, deduction, induction, synthesis, abstraction were used. The concept of �cyberbullying� was considered, its inherent features, forms, and principles of implementation were highlighted.Results. The motivation of the aggressors and the main types of their victims were highlighted. Traditional forms of aggression prevention and digital opportunities to support victims of cyberbullying were proposed. It was noted that individual personal resources are of particular importance, which can reduce the possible risk of cyber aggression and cyber victimisation. A necessary component was to conduct a survey among a group of students and teachers, which was attended by teachers and students of secondary schools of the city and district of Turkestan region, namely, 238 schoolchildren aged 10 to 17 years and 282 teachers. In this regard, it was revealed that most of them faced cyberbullying on social networks, but did not tell anyone about it.Conclusions. The practical value of the results obtained lies in providing recommendations that not only reduce the risk of cyberbullying among students but also provide assistance to victims otherwise.

Digital strategies for managing agricultural lands in the region

The article is devoted to the development of innovative digital strategies for land management in the region based on the assessment of the effectiveness of agricultural land management in agricultural organizations of the Chechen Republic. The relevance is that the influence of innovative, digital and engineering technologies in the realities of today are a factor in the intensive development of agriculture and are important for the sustainable development of rural areas and the ability to manage agricultural land. The issues of innovation based on digitalization of agricultural land management are currently still quite unexplored. The term “digital agriculture” is focused on improving rural areas and improving the quality of life in rural areas. These problems are still relevant today. The article describes the features, problems and opportunities of digitalization as a tool for the formation of innovative infrastructure in the agro- industrial complex of the Chechen Republic. The article provides an analysis of the essence of the digital development of the agricultural industry. Objective and subjective reasons hindering their development have been identified. The conducted research made it possible to formulate priority directions and strategic approaches to the formation of innovative infrastructure in the agro-industrial complex of the region.

Challenges and opportunities of digitalization in the healthcare supply chain: A literature review

This paper presents a literature review on the topic of digitalization in the healthcare supply chain. The healthcare industry is currently undergoing a transformation, and the supply chain is not an exception. The adoption of advanced technologies such as the blockchain is increasingly prevalent, offering improved traceability, security, trust, and privacy. However, managing the influx of new data requires highly qualified personnel. The potential benefits of digitalization are thus explored, as well as the need for collaborations to improve the present and future of the healthcare supply chain.The authors analyze the current state of digitalization in the healthcare supply chain by conducting a literature review of 81 relevant documents. The outcomes of the analyses highlight the challenges and opportunities associated with digitalization, which has the potential to revolutionize the healthcare supply chain. However, it is apparent that further studies are necessary to ensure the success of digitalization in this context.

Organization of territorial development management in the context of eurointegration processes and war in Ukraine

The onset of hostilities coincided with an acceleration of Eurointegration processes in Ukraine. The emergence of new challenges and opportunities for organizing local territorial development management requires a new quality of work, primarily in terms of preparing and implementing planning documents for local development. In the process of studying the current legislative norms regarding the preparation of planning documents for local development, it was found that today in Ukraine there are three main types of planning documents: spatial, strategic, and budgetary, which are developed in parallel and are not interconnected. This interconnection should be ensured at the national level through annual budget allocations for the practical implementation of strategic and spatial plans. However, in practice, this has not been achieved due to the ongoing process of reforming various spheres of life in our country, which requires updating planning documents, as well as due to the limited budget resources, which have increased in recent years due to the need to finance military expenses. The state strategy for regional development for 2021–2027 requires further refinement and updating in the context of Eurointegration processes and ongoing hostilities, with the proposed measures requiring additional prioritization considering the urgent need to meet military needs and the limitations of state budget resources. The development of comprehensive spatial development plans for community territories in the new approved composition is at the initial stage of formation and is complicated by ongoing hostilities in Ukraine. Further study is needed to explore the possibilities for implementing measures for territorial development management, taking into account the reduction of budget financing and simultaneous prospects for attracting additional resources through the development of civil society, implementation of new projects and initiatives, cooperation between Ukrainian and European territorial communities, and the prompt implementation of new digital opportunities in all spheres of society's life, considering the needs of inclusive and smart development.

ЧИННИКИ ФОРМУВАННЯ ТА РОЗВИТКУ ЦИФРОВОГО ІНСТРУМЕНТАРІЮ МАРКЕТИНГУ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ

This study focuses on the systematic analysis and disclosure of the key factors affecting the formation and development of enterprises’ digital marketing tools. Based on the results of the scientific sources analysis, the types of factors of the marketing environment are systematized by origin (field of occurrence) into external and internal. External and internal factors of the marketing environment are key determinants of the formation and development of enterprises’ digital marketing tools. These factors interact, creating conditions for the introduction and effective use of digital technologies. The interaction of these external and internal factors forms the conditions in which enterprises implement and develop their digital marketing toolkit. The factors of the external environment are proposed to be divided into three groups: factors of the macro-, micro- and global environment. Internal factors of the marketing environment that arise within the enterprise and have an impact on the development of marketing potential are considered from the point of view of marketing tangible and intangible resources. It is proposed to divide the factors into two groups: general and specific, which differ in the level of universality and breadth of influence on various aspects of the formation and development of enterprises’ digital marketing tools. The characteristics of the forms of influence of external and internal factors on the formation and development of enterprises’ digital marketing tools are given. Having adapted the general factors of the marketing environment, a list of those that are specific and most important in the conditions of the formation and development of marketing in the conditions of digitalization is given. The article makes a practically significant contribution to the development of digital marketing, helping enterprises to successfully adapt to modern challenges and use digital opportunities in the most effective way. Understanding and using the factors that shape the digital toolkit allows businesses to become more competitive in the digital environment.

The Art and Politics of Participant-Driven Photo-Elicitation With Muslim Immigrant Older Women

Photo elicitation is a powerful data collection tool that involves using photographs within an interview encounter to articulate, expand on and uncover experiences of the social world. Between 2020 and 2022, 41 Muslim immigrant older women between the ages of 54 and 85 were recruited via community liaisons in an Urban Canadian setting to participate in a qualitative descriptive photo elicitation study on social connectedness. We explore methodological and ethical considerations of using photo elicitation in narrative interviews with Muslim older women with a focus on: (1) selection and access to photographs, (2) informed consent, (3) shared meaning-making, (4) politics of a photograph, and (5) digital opportunities within a pandemic. The discussion highlights the ways gender, age and religion intersect to influence decision-making during research activities.

HCI Pluriversal Framework for Ancestral Medicine App in Bogota: Asset-Based Design Case Study

COVID-19 accelerated digital healthcare technology usage in many countries, such as Colombia, whose digital healthcare vision and projects are proof of this. However, with a significant cultural indigenous and Afro-Colombian heritage, only some parts of the country are willing to follow the proposed digital Western approach to health. Our paper presents the national healthcare system’s digital narrative, which we contrast with the micro-narrative of an Afro-Colombian ethnomedicine unit in Bogota called Kilombo Yumma. This ethnomedical unit is building its mobile app to safeguard and represent its ancestral medicine practices in local and national healthcare information systems. Kilombo Yumma is keen on promoting their beliefs and practices, which have been passed on through oral traditions and currently exist in the hands of a few elderly. We unraveled their ambition, core beliefs, and practices through asset-based design. These assets outlined pluriversal and decolonizing forms of digital healthcare to increase social justice and connect Western and ancestral medicine digital opportunities through HCI.

ЦИФРОВІ ДИВІДЕНДИ ДІДЖИТАЛІЗАЦІЇ СИСТЕМИ УПРАВЛІННЯ ПУБЛІЧНИМИ ФІНАНСАМИ

The article examines and summarizes scientific approaches to the advantages and opportunities of implementing digital technologies in public finance management, which includes understanding the economic and social benefits that arise from digital decision-making, such as increased transparency, increased trust and increased efficiency. resource management. It was found that the transition to digital public finance management not only contributes to a more transparent and accountable government but also contributes to better decision-making processes and improved service delivery to the public. It analyzes in detail how digitalization ensures fiscal transparency, which increases the efficiency of the use of budget funds and public procurement processes with the help of modern digital tools, such as a single web portal for the use of public funds or an electronic public procurement system, and also positively affects the financial security of the state. In addition, the article examines the strengthening of the democratic participation of the public in the budget process, in particular, based on the implementation of the practice of participatory budgeting, to take into account the needs of citizens in public goods and services. It is emphasized that digitalization not only increases the quality of public services but also increases the effectiveness of budget policy as a whole. In addition, the significant impact of digital changes in the public finance management system on the growth of tax revenues and significant time savings of tax officials, other financial services, as well as taxpayers, which leads to an overall increase in productivity, has been investigated. The main focus is on the challenges that can hinder the successful realization of digital opportunities, including cyber security, digital divide issues, institutional capacity, etc., which require an integrated approach that takes into account technological, social, and regulatory aspects. It is emphasized that the successful implementation of digital dividends of digitalization of the public finance management system requires cooperation between the government, the private sector, and civil society.

ТЕОРЕТИЧЕСКИЕ АСПЕКТЫ БЕЗОПАСНОСТИ КУЛЬТУРЫ КАК ОТРАСЛИ ЭКОНОМИКИ В УСЛОВИЯХ ПОСТИНДУСТРИАЛЬНОГО ОБЩЕСТВА

The article examines the theoretical aspects of cultural security, the formation of a system of protection of the cultural sphere as a branch of the economy in a post-industrial society characterized by humanization, automation and informatization of production, intellectualization of labor and expansion of the service sector. The description of the algorithmics in identifying social and economic risks in the culture of the state using a risk-based approach is given. The article describes the digital opportunities existing in the post-industrial economic system, which allow effective interaction at all levels of government on issues of eliminating risks and threats in culture as a branch of the state economy.

INSTITUTIONAL ASPECTS AND RISKS IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY: WAYS TO REDUCE UNCERTAINTY FOR ECONOMIC AGENTS

In the rapidly evolving landscape of the modern world, the inexorable shift towards a digital revolution is reshaping traditional economic models across the globe, including the Republic of Uzbekistan. This article delves into the impediments posed by institutional constraints in the digital economy, elucidating how legal frameworks governing digital interactions and inefficient institutional arrangements can impede the development and optimization of digital business models. Notably, the absence of clear regulations on electronic payments, cybersecurity, and data protection can introduce unpredictability, jeopardizing security and trust within the digital environment. The abundance of data and information, coupled with unequal distribution among market participants, may lead to suboptimal decision-making, inefficient resource utilization, and disparities in access to digital opportunities. The article aims to analyze and propose strategies to overcome institutional limitations and information asymmetry, emphasizing the need for effective institutional structures and mechanisms. In conclusion, this article provides a comprehensive examination of the challenges and opportunities in optimizing the digital economy in Uzbekistan. By proposing strategies to address institutional constraints and information asymmetry, it offers a roadmap for fostering a thriving digital ecosystem that benefits all stakeholders in the Republic of Uzbekistan.