Digital Process Research Articles

Expanding the boundaries of digital orientation research: Scale development and validation

Firms keep struggling to realize the benefits of digital transformation processes. Research, therefore, proposes implementing a firm-wide organizational configuration with a digital orientation (DO) fostering digital innovation and transformation initiatives. However, exploration of DO remains somewhat constrained as existing measurement approaches are limited to secondary data. In this study, we develop a new scale to measure DO, specifically in survey-based research. Leveraging survey data from 1,488 top executives of German companies and drawing on the resource-based view, we empirically validate that our scale captures the performance-enhancing effects of DO.

A Qualitative Research on the Awareness of Trend Technologies Used in Digital Transformation of Businesses Across G20 Countries

Businesses that fail to adapt to the digital transformation process and the disruptive innovation that it brings are likely to lose their competitive advantage and operational efficiency. In order to adapt to this process, a digital transformation culture should prevail within the organization. Corporate culture is influenced by national culture. Therefore, the social awareness of the technologies used in businesses’ digital transformation processes and the dominance of digital transformation-oriented corporate culture in businesses are related. In this context, this study aims to investigate the social awareness of globally accepted technologies in the digital transformation process of businesses in G20 countries. To this end, the study presents 19 technologies that have become known in the Industry 4.0 process through a literature review. These technologies were also categorized according to their areas of application. The study used descriptive content analysis from qualitative analysis techniques. The Google Trends database was used to determine the awareness of these technologies in the G20 countries. In this context, the average awareness data for each year and country was obtained by taking the search intensity data between 01 May 2011 and 20 December 2023 from the Google Trends database for G20 countries. This data was analysed separately for each technology. As a result of the study, the countries with the highest and lowest awareness of each technology were identified, the results were verified with the existing studies in the literature, and the points that contradicted the literature were explained. In addition, the awareness ranking of the G20 countries was revealed.

Open data platforms: Design principles for embracing outlaw innovators

Open data platforms freely provide citizens with access to public data, thus enabling improved governance transparency, enhanced public services, and increased civic engagement. However, unlocking the potential of this digital transformation strategy requires that public institutions manage the tension between public and private interests. Furthermore, even when public institutions break down traditional barriers for citizens’ access to data, the potential users often lack the knowledge to leverage it in meaningful ways. Open data platforms therefore tend to fall short of expectations. Leveraging a 10-year action design research study (ADR) in the Swedish Transport Administration (STA), this paper develops design principles for creating value-generating open data platforms in the public domain. The ADR project was initiated to assist STA in its efforts to deal with outlaw innovators who scraped train data from different websites to develop travel apps. Through three iterative design cycles that eventually led to the formation of a new open data platform, the outlaw innovators increasingly became valued partners in the digital transformation process. Theorizing this development process, this paper offers three design principles that provide guidance to public institutions aspiring to digitally transform by making public data accessible. We also reflect upon how these institutions might mitigate the risks associated with partnering with outlaw innovators in the pursuit of an open data strategy.

Digital toy design: A doll head modeling method based on model matching and texture generation

With the development of technology and the improvement of living standards, consumer demand for toy products has also changed. More people are showing strong interest and demand for digital toy products. However, in the current digital toy design process, extracting the hairstyle features of the doll’s head is still a challenge. Therefore, this study extracts the two-dimensional contour of the target hairstyle and matches it with the template hairstyle in the database. Then, combining hair texture information and hairstyle structural features, fine geometric texture details are generated on the hairstyle mesh surface. Finally, a doll head modeling method based on model matching and texture generation is proposed. The results showed that the hairstyle of the Generative model was almost the same as the real hairstyle. Compared with the modeling methods based on interactive genetic algorithm and digital image, the average F1 value of this method was 0.95, and the mean absolute error was the smallest. The accuracy of the target model modeling was 95.4%, and the area enclosed by the receiver operating characteristic curve and coordinate axis was 0.965. In summary, the doll head modeling method based on model matching and texture generation proposed in this study can generate high-precision and realistic hairstyle models corresponding to the hairstyle. The overall shape and local geometric details of the hairstyle can meet the needs of 3D printing, providing certain reference significance for hairstyle reconstruction.

Specific Features of the Development of Electrical Engineering Enterprises in the Conditions of Digitalization of the Economy

Article discusses the concept of digitalization, its role and importance in the development of the electrical engineering industry. The essence of the digital transformation process, the strategy of applying this process to the activities of enterprises and ways of implementing this strategy, including the introduction of modern information systems and software products improvement of the quality of products and services, trends in the development of electrical engineering products in the industry were discussed.

Digital development of manufacturing industry in Yangtze River Delta based on fuzzy control model

In the context of global economic integration and Industry 4.0, digital manufacturing has become crucial. As one of the economic cores of China, the digitization process of the manufacturing industry in the Yangtze River Delta is particularly critical to the overall economic growth. Based on the theory of Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing, this study deeply analyzes the current digital development of the manufacturing industry in the Yangtze River Delta. More importantly, this paper successfully constructs a fuzzy control model to quantitatively evaluate and guide the process of digital transformation of manufacturing industry in this region. The empirical results of the model reveal how key factors such as capital, talent, technology and data security affect the digitization process, and provide concrete and operational transformation strategies for the Yangtze River Delta region. In addition, combined with industrial advantages, policy support, technological progress and market demand, this paper predicts the digital development prospects of the manufacturing industry in the Yangtze River Delta. Overall, the study not only provides in-depth insights on the digitization of manufacturing in the Yangtze River Delta, but also provides practical guidance for actual operation, which has high theoretical and practical value.

Digital Transformation Strategies and Practices for Corporates

Under the wave of global digital transformation, enterprises are facing great challenges and opportunities. Digital transformation is not only a technological innovation, but also an all-round upgrade of business model and organizational structure. This thesis studies the core value of enterprise digital transformation and redefines the connotation of digital transformation. It analyzes the reasons for enterprise digital transformation and points out the core strategy and path of enterprise digital transformation. Taking the automobile manufacturing industry as an example to analyze the practice and thinking of the digital transformation process, it is concluded that digital transformation also helps multi-factory collaboration, supply chain information opening, global transparent management, cost reduction, improving the order delivery satisfaction rate, and supporting the complex production requirements and diversified production modes. However, digital transformation also faces challenges such as data security, technology risks, and organizational changes. Enterprises need to strengthen security measures and build a digital ecosystem to adapt to the development needs of the digital economy and achieve sustainable development.

Sketch, CAD, or simulate the build? Exploring novice designers’ design representation use in design for additive manufacturing

ABSTRACT The growing adoption of digital tools to support additive manufacturing (AM) calls for designers to rethink their use of design representations in the design process. For example, designers can automate concept generation through generative design, reducing reliance on conceptual sketches. Little research has explored designers’ use of design representations in design for AM (DfAM). We explored this gap through an observational study with novice designers involving an open-ended DfAM task, and their use of design representations was captured using eye-tracking. Overall, participants spent a significant amount of time CAD modeling their designs compared to using other design representations such as sketches and build simulations. Moreover, participants’ design representation usage did not relate to the creativity of their designs. However, participants who generate high-performing designs spent more time CAD modeling and less time sketching – a novel and important finding from our study. Therefore, the advancement of digital design tools and the growing adoption of digital manufacturing processes may result in designers conceptualizing their solutions in embodiment-based tools such as CAD and relying less on low-fidelity tools such as sketching. Our results provide an essential first step toward creating a generalized framework for designers to employ different design representations in DfAM.

DIGITAL COMMUNICATION CHANNELS IN THE ENTERPRISE ECOSYSTEM

Digital communication channels have become a crucial factor in the modern business ecosystem of enterprises. This scientific article provides a systematic analysis of digital channels, their role, and significance within the context of the enterprise ecosystem. Based on a developed proprietary typology, the research scrutinizes diverse digital channels employed by various stakeholders to promote products and achieve their objectives. The analysis unveils the advantages and disadvantages of each channel type, emphasizing their role in ensuring effective communication within the enterprise ecosystem. The article also highlights an element of scientific novelty that can enrich the understanding of digital communication processes. The research calls for further exploration in the field of digital communication to gain a deeper understanding of its impact on enterprises and the development of contemporary business. This article represents a significant contribution to the study of digital communication issues in the context of the enterprise ecosystem.

Constructing risk in trustworthy digital repositories

PurposeThis article investigates the construction of risk within trustworthy digital repository audits. It contends that risk is a social construct, and social factors influence how stakeholders in digital preservation processes comprehend and react to risk.Design/methodology/approachThis research employs a qualitative research design involving in-depth semi-structured interviews with stakeholders in the Trustworthy Digital Repository Audit and Certification (TRAC) process, and document analysis of the TRAC checklist and audit reports. I apply an analytic framework based on the Model for the Social Construction of Risk in Digital Preservation to this data.FindingsThe findings validate the argument that risk in digital preservation is indeed socially constructed and demonstrate that the eight factors in the Model for the Social Construction of Risk in Digital Preservation do indeed influence how stakeholders constructed their understanding of risk. Of the eight factors in the model, communication, expertise, uncertainty and vulnerability were found to be the most influential in the construction of risk during the TRAC audit process. The influence of complexity, organizations political culture, were more limited.Originality/valueThis article brings new insights to digital preservation by demonstrating the importance of understanding risk as a social construct. I argue that risk identification and/or assessment is only the first step in the long-term preservation of digital information and show that perceptions of risk in digital preservation are shaped by social factors by applying theories of social construction and risk perception to an analysis of the TRAC process.

Beyond the backyard: Unraveling the geographies of citizens’ engagement in digital participatory planning

Despite the emergence of virtual spaces as arenas for public participation, the geographies of digital participation have gained relatively little attention. Besides considering who participates and why, there is an evident gap in research considering the spatial relationships between the participants of digital urban planning processes and the spaces that are the subject of their participation. This paper proposes a working concept of the spatiality of participation that distinguishes between the spaces in which participation occurs, the spatial realities of the participants, and the spaces as objects of participatory planning. Relationships between these dimensions are investigated empirically with a Public Participation GIS study set in Espoo, Finland, involving 1,731 citizens and over 6,800 future planning and development ideas mapped across the city. The results of the study support prior research observing that e-participation has the potential to spatially expand participation processes both in terms of the involved public and the spatial knowledge they produce. However, our results also show that online participation may capture spatial ties between people and places that differ from those of traditional participation modes, ranging from place-protective behaviors close to the residential location to more casual spatial attachments.

Recent Evidence on the Digitalization Process in Indonesia's Micro and Small Enterprises

The digital transformation process in micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in Indonesia is still a black box, and existing findings regarding digitalization in this business group are still very limited and fragmented. Considering the above background and the important contribution that MSEs can make to the economy and employment opportunities, as well as poverty alleviation in Indonesia, this paper aims to examine the current progress in the transition process from analog/conventional technology to digital technology (DT) in Indonesian MSEs based on the latest secondary data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), and primary data collected from online surveys. The finding suggests that although there has been progress in recent years, as demonstrated by the increasing number of MSEs using the internet, Indonesian MSEs still lag in the adoption of digital technology.

An Overview of the Digital Competencies of Teachers in the Hungarian Secondary Agricultural Vocational Training System

AbstractIn contemporary times, possessing digital competence encompasses not only access to information and communication technologies (ICT) and their utilization, but also the acquisition of suitable knowledge and skills related to them. When it comes to the digital competencies of educators, studies in this field regularly report on the available professional development opportunities, but less attention is given to the educators’ personal attitudes. In our viewpoint, the success of the digital competence development process greatly hinges on realistic and effective teacher self-reflection. Within this framework, digital competence could become an essential component of teacher self-evaluation and emerge as a genuine demand within the predominantly supply-driven professional development market. Based on this observation, we determined to approach 400 instructors teaching at agricultural vocational schools and encourage them to thoughtfully contemplate their own skills and attitudes through our questionnaire. The objective of this exploratory research was to examine the current state of digital competence and future development possibilities among educators, specifically within the context of agricultural education. Moreover, it aimed to identify the actual needs of teachers. The research findings indicate that teachers engaged in Hungarian agricultural vocational education expressed a more positive view of their digital competence than anticipated. Concurrently, infrastructure gaps and developmental directions came to light. Among the novel findings of our research is the fact that real self-reflection is an essential attribute of the teaching career and plays an important role in the development of competences. In this context, a key finding of the research is that respondents strongly expressed their need for subject-specific and didactically-based, thematic and free workshops/courses to learn about the functioning of new ICT tools and platforms and their classroom applications.

Sculptural Hybridization: Combining Digital Parametric Modeling and Manufacturing with Traditional Handcrafting Techniques

Abstract Traditional handcrafting techniques used in the art of sculpting usually produce three-dimensional works of art, while modern reproducing techniques specific to copying and printing machines usually produce two-dimensional results. Mixing these techniques has had a major role in the development of recently emergent 3D digital fabrication techniques. Through a personal case study, this article discusses the similarities and differences between specific traditional additive manual processes used in the art of sculpting and additive three-dimensional modeling and 3D printing techniques. The case study showcases the hybridization of digital modeling and 3D printing processes with traditional physical handcrafting techniques to chart and inform a mixed media approach, with an array of positive outcomes in the art of sculpting and architecture.

Directions of digitalization of going concern audit – a prerequisite for its efficiency increase

Introduction. In modern conditions, digital transformation is the main means of improving business performance. Constant competition and changing market conditions force business entities to resort to new ways of increasing the efficiency of business processes and adapting to new conditions. Digital technologies have great potential in solving this problem. As the country’s economy continues its path of digital transformation, the interest of audit firms in the development and implementation of digital technologies in their activities is growing. This determines the relevance of this study. Purpose. The article aims to investigate and outline the main areas of digitization of the going concern audit of enterprises. Methods. In the process of writing the article, the authors used general scientific methods of scientific research. The dialectical method of scientific knowledge of economic phenomena and processes became the basis of the study of the concept of «audit digitalization». Such methods as grouping, comparison and specification made it possible to assess the directions of digitization of the going concern audit of enterprises. The abstract-logical method was used when presenting the problems of audit digitalization. The use of a graphic method ensured the visibility of statistical data and research results. Conclusions. The concept of «audit digitization» is revealed. The reasons for the transition to digital technologies in all spheres of the economy, including audit. The directions of digitization of the going concern audit of enterprises are described. The basic problems and risks associated with the digital audit process are presented. Prospective directions for the further development of audit activities are considered, among which continuous and virtual audits are key. The results of the study indicate that the active digital transformation of the economy affects all spheres of activity, and the auditing sphere is no exception. Discussion. Despite the significant volume of scientific research, which is related to the analysis of the impact of digitalization on audit activity and the identification of promising directions of digital transformation of audit, it is important to search for the restraining factors of the digitalization of the going concern audit. These questions can be the object of new scientific research.

Formation And Implementation Of Digital Transformation The Companies: A Conceptual Aspect

The concept of formation and implementation of digital transformation for the development of the company is considered. The article analyzes the digital transformation of a company as a process by which digital technologies are introduced into the digital economy and business to achieve fundamental changes. It has been found that the digital transformation of a company during its formation leads to changes in three areas: customer service quality, operational processes, and business models. At the same time, the digital transformation process requires coordination across the organization and involves a change in business culture. The author outlines approaches to the company’s work that can improve the quality of customer service, stimulate employee innovation, and drive the company’s growth at a fundamental level. At the same time, the most important task of the company’s CEO is to stimulate digital transformation at all levels of the company: in processes and procedures; organizational structures; development of digital marketing and sales; offering digital services and digital business models, etc. The need to support an innovative culture that focuses on what new digital technologies should be introduced and how best to integrate them into everyday life is emphasized. At the same time, the software will help companies implement digital innovation strategies. The following stages are recommended for implementing digital transformation in a company: business transformation; developing own strategy and organizational changes; breaking down barriers to change; developing own partner ecosystem; using a flexible approach; and financing. It is determined that digital technologies, as the basis of digital business, have been integrated with business and have become more than just hardware or software. As digital technologies become more pervasive and companies move further along the path of digital transformation, digital strategy and business strategy will converge. All of this requires a change in the company’s business culture. It is proposed that in the formation and implementation of digital transformation, the possibility of integration into the European Statistical System (ESS) should be considered as a means of increasing the visibility of digital transformation.

ИНСТРУМЕНТЫ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ ЦИФРОВОЙ УСТОЙЧИВО-СТИ МУНИЦИПАЛЬНЫХ ОБРАЗОВАНИЙ МОНОПРОФИЛЬНОГО ТИПА ДЛЯ ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ НОВЫХ ТОЧЕК РЕГИОНАЛЬНОГО РОСТА

In the article, special attention is paid to the diverse aspects of the allocation of regional growth points, which made it possible to identify their characteristic features and parameters of assessing factors for a possible rating of territories. It was concluded that the methodological and methodological aspects of the study of regional development parameters encountered in practice for identifying growth points do not take into account such important characteristics as the dig-ital development of single-industry territories, digital sustainability and digital transformation processes that take place in a particular territory. At the same time, there is no unified terminology that allows taking into account the peculiar-ities of digitalization of municipalities, which was the basis for the proposal of the author's concepts "digital transformation of a single-profile municipal for-mation" and "digital stability of a single-profile municipal formation", as well as the proposal of a system of parameters for their assessment. A register of prob-lematic aspects of the allocation of regional growth points has been formed, which are subject to monitoring analytical treatments for the use of appropriate tools to suppress them.

Scripted synergy: elevating EFL writing and creativity through collaborative digital storytelling

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study aimed to investigate the impact of incorporating a scripted collaborative learning strategy into digital storytelling (DST) on the vocabulary acquisition, creativity and writing skills of EFL college students. While DST has been previously utilised in English language education, it faces several challenges. To address these challenges, this study introduced a scripted collaborative strategy designed to enhance the digital storytelling creation process. An experimental comparison between scripted and non-scripted collaborative digital storytelling projects was conducted to assess their effects on students’ creativity and writing skills. The findings revealed that the scripted collaborative DST approach markedly improved students’ vocabulary acquisition, graphic creativity and writing skills compared to the non-scripted collaborative DST group. This research underscores the potential benefits of digital storytelling in advancing English language learning, offering valuable insights into its effective implementation.

Can digital data provide an additional data basis for educational reporting? The potential of search portals for continuing education programmes

Digitisation has increasingly become a feature of education. Educational policy, too, has increasingly focused on digital processes and structures. Digital data opens up opportunities to improve the governance of continuing education given the inadequacy of existing statistics in the field of continuing education and training (CET). In this paper we use the InfoWeb Weiterbildung (IWWB) to demonstrate how CET search portals could be used as a data source to map available supply of CET. Using trends in CET delivery formats (online vs. face-to-face) and the regional distribution of offers as examples, potential practical applications of digitally-sourced data are illustrated. Requirements and limitations are discussed and research perspectives are drawn.

The pandemic of ‘the other half’: Patriarchy, capitalism and technology during COVID-19

This essay explores how patriarchy, capitalism and technology intersected during the COVID-19 pandemic: an ‘extreme contest’, thus able to provide especially sharp insights into empirical phenomena as well as theoretical conversations. Conceptualising patriarchy and capitalism as two dominant, intersecting societal logics, I consider their embedment into gendered processes of digital technology production, use and distribution, and how these specifically played out during the pandemic crisis. The essay starts with a set of vignettes capturing the heterogenous experiences of digital gender-based violence survivors, female tech workers and women lacking access to digital resources in COVID-19 times. I then move on to consider the extent to which existing theoretical accounts of the relationship between gender, technology and capitalism can illuminate such developments, and propose an original conceptualisation of how patriarchal and capitalistic injustices shape technological interactions. In so doing, I contribute to trans-disciplinary debates on oppressive societal logics, feminist and critical approaches to digital capitalism and techno-feminist perspectives on digital processes.