IT Technology Research Articles

Enhancing Civic Education and University Quality Management: An Innovative Approach

In modern socio-economic conditions, the problem of civic education of the population of the country acquires special significance. The multifaceted nature of this problem requires different approaches to its consideration and is associated both with increasing requirements for the formation of a person - a citizen, for the process of civic education, for the civic qualities of an individual, and with a change in value guidelines, when universal human values and the legal culture of people become priorities. Studying the problem of civic education at different stages of its evolution allows us to critically comprehend the process of its formation and development and use the most advanced ideas and experience for the further development of this problem. A historiographic review of scientific and pedagogical literature on the topic indicates that researchers of the problems of civic education have most fully studied the issues of civic education and the formation of a citizen, various aspects of its organization in the educational process of a comprehensive school. The article deals with the problems of the didactic system of improving the quality management of higher education by means of IT technologies from the point of view of the process approach. Innovative technologies make it possible to increase the efficiency of the university's quality management system by optimizing the structure of all main and auxiliary processes. The article is devoted to the problems of implementing automation of the process of assessing the quality of the educational process, the quality of teaching individual disciplines at the university, the creation of an effective management system based on the principles of quality management. Special attention was paid to the management structures of the higher education system of Kazakhstan, where information systems based on computer technologies are used. Specified for the purpose of implementation as well as operation Attention is drawn to the contradiction between the requirements of the international standard ISO 9000 series, which regulate the conduct and study of the opinions of consumers of educational services in the monitoring mode, and the lack of a properly developed information system that allows collecting, processing and presenting information about customer satisfaction

Criminological characteristics of crime in the field of IT technologies

The article examines the general criminological characteristics of crime in the field of IT, provides statistical data for 2023. It is noted that the rapid development of IT technologies entails the same rapid development of crime in the information space, to the consequences of which the average citizen, as well as the state represented by its law enforcement agencies, as a whole, were not ready

Male and female school graduates: socio-pedagogical portrait in a gender context

Introduction. Gender equality is one of the basic values of the modern world, but there are hidden gender barriers that significantly affect life trajectories. They can act already at school and determine some characteristics of boys and girls at the level of behavior, attitudes towards teachers, choice of extracurricular activities, etc. On the threshold of graduation from school, it is especially important to establish the gender differences that have developed by this moment in professional preferences, value orientations, in the achieved level of “soft skills”, in self-esteem and well- being. Identifying gender differences in high school students is also relevant in connection with the digitalization agenda and the task of attracting girls to the field of IT technologies. The study was aimed at identifying, describing and interpreting gender differences in the socio-pedagogical portraits of male and female school graduates. Materials and methods. The analysis was based on the initial data from a survey of 11th-grade students as part of the St. Petersburg School Graduate study (the total number of respondents in 2022 was 3,509, including 1,632 boys and 1,877 girls). The data were processed by means of constructing the contingency tables for all features with the “Gender” feature, ranking of indicators by the magnitude of the differences identified, and visualization of the gender difference profile. Results. Large gender differences were revealed in such a school education outcome as career guidance: 66% of boys and 25% of girls planned a career in IT and engineering and technical specialties; 40% of girls and 20% of boys – in the field of culture and art. At the same time, in such outcomes as academic subject knowledge, functional literacy, as well as the importance of basic values (health, family, material well-being), the differences between boys and girls were small. A significant gender asymmetry was identified in the leisure time of high school students, their additional classes and digital practices, which undoubtedly affected their skills and professional choice. The psychological characteristics of high school graduates were determined, for which gender differences were the most significant, for example, anxiety (which was often experienced by 46% of girls and 20% of boys), as well as fatigue and other psychogenic disorders. Conclusion. For the true implementation of gender equality in education, it is necessary not only to provide formal equality, but also to perform comprehensive work with gender stereotypes prevalent in society. The results of the study serve as scientific grounds for developing the content of additional education programs for adults – teachers, heads of educational institutions, parents, as well as for developing methodological materials for all participants in the educational process.

Exploring the Adoption of E-Commerce among Small and Medium Enterprises in Saudi Arabia: A Technology-Organization-Environment Perspective

This study investigates the factors influencing e-commerce adoption among Saudi Arabian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) using the Technology-Organization-Environment (TOE) framework. The research aims to identify key determinants that either facilitate or hinder e-commerce adoption in the Saudi context. A web-based survey was conducted among 480 Saudi Arabian SMEs (32% owners, 68% managers), employing multiple regression analysis to test eight hypotheses derived from the TOE framework. Variables were measured using established scales with Cronbach's alpha exceeding 0.80, examining eight independent variables across technological, organizational, and environmental contexts. Results revealed technology infrastructure as the strongest predictor (β = .576, p < .001), followed by IT human resources (β = .341, p < .001), business infrastructure (β = .156, p = .008), business partner pressure (β = .123, p = .039), and technical infrastructure (β = .075, p = .015). Notably, competitive pressure, government support, and firm size did not show significant influence on e-commerce adoption. The model explained 33.3% of the variance in e-commerce adoption. Study limitations include its cross-sectional design, sample size representing less than 10% of total Saudi SME population, and potential limited generalizability beyond the Saudi Arabian context. Future research should consider longitudinal studies and cross-country comparisons. The findings suggest organizations should prioritize investment in technology infrastructure and IT human resources, while policy makers need to reassess current support mechanisms for SME digital transformation. Technology providers should focus on integrated solutions addressing both technical and business infrastructure needs. These results can inform strategies to achieve Saudi Vision 2030 digital transformation goals. This study provides the first comprehensive analysis of e-commerce adoption factors among Saudi SMEs using the TOE framework, challenging traditional assumptions about technology adoption drivers and offering evidence-based insights for stakeholders involved in Saudi Arabia's digital transformation.

ВИКОРИСТАННЯ IT ТЕХНОЛОГІЙ У НАВЧАННІ АНГЛІЙСЬКОЇ МОВИ В СЕРЕДНІЙ ШКОЛІ

The article examines the methodology of using IT technologies in secondary school English language teaching, as well as an assessment of their effectiveness through experimental research. Today, the educational process involves the integration of innovative technologies such as mobile applications, interactive exercises, and online platforms that Журнал крос-культурної освіти/ Journal of Cross-Cultural Education. № 4 2024 8 contribute to improving the quality of education and enhancing students' motivation. The scientific novelty lies in an experimental study conducted at Lutsk Lyceum No. 22, aimed at identifying the most productive IT technologies in teaching spelling, vocabulary, listening and grammar of modern English. Methods such as pedagogical experiments, statistical analysis of test results, and observation of changes in students' motivation and communication skills confirm the validity of the conclusions. The findings showed that the integration of IT technologies improves students' average scores in grammar, listening, and overall language proficiency, as well as their motivation for learning and independent work. Based on the data obtained, practical recommendations for teachers have been proposed. These include enhancing teacher training through workshops, integrating IT technologies at all stages of learning, using elements of gamification and interactive platforms, and regularly monitoring their effectiveness. The results of the experiment suggest that wide use of such technologies in educational institutions is advisable, as it ensures high-quality learning, the development of communication skills, and increased student motivation. For example, Duolingo and Memrise help expand vocabulary, Grammarly improves writing and editing skills, TED-Ed and YouTube develop listening skills, Google Classroom and Moodle enhance students' organizational skills, while Kahoot and LearningApps facilitate learning through interactive tasks. All these provide a modern and high-quality approach to learning.

DIGITALIZATION OF ECONOMIC AND LOGISTICS SYSTEMS: CREATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A CLUSTER HUB

The study includes an analysis of the theoretical aspects of digitization, definition of the concept of the cluster hubs, as well as consideration of the possibilities of their implementation to increase competitiveness and optimization of logistics processes. The article analyzes the modern interpretation of definitions common in the economic scientific environment: digitization, a systematic approach to the study and implementation of digitization advantages in practical activities, digitization of economic and logistics systems as separate categories and their interconnection in one structural component, the logistics hub; the introduction into the economic use of the term «cluster hub» for the logistics complex is substantiated and the option of its creation for Ukraine is proposed, taking into account the current military situation in the country and the post-war revival of its economy. The impact of the modern military and related crisis in the economy of Ukraine on business entities as a consequence of russia’s military aggression is substantiated, which requires the search for new ways of exiting the country’s economy from the current situation. It was determined that the development of the post-war economy of Ukraine cannot occur as a change of the individual subjects, but only in a holistic system of such development, where economic and logistical connections can be managed only in its (system) composition. The system is regulated by modern IT technologies, business process models, information communications, etc. It was determined that the movement of large volumes of goods in the modern wartime, and in the near future in the postwar period, is not possible by conventional means. The previously regulated logistic ways of movement do not correspond to the situation, therefore the use of the latest tools, methods, methods of digitization and IT technologies are important ways of solving the issues. The directions of the digitalization system solution to the problem of delivery, movement of goods, in particular, the creation of a logistics hub (including a cluster hub) that will contribute to the combination of elements of the economic and logistics system are identified: the creation of such a hub on the basis of the airport near the city of Vinnytsia.

Utilization of GIS and Information Technology in Optimizing the Location of Durian Peel Raw Materials for Environmentally Friendly Architecture-Based Industries

Durian peel is one of the agricultural wastes that has great potential to be processed into high-value products. However, its utilization is still not optimal due to the lack of information about the strategic location of this raw material. This article aims to discuss the use of Geographic Information System (GIS) and IT technology in identifying the optimal location of durian peel raw materials. GIS is a very effective tool for collecting, managing, and analyzing spatial data related to the location of raw materials, making it easier to determine strategic points for durian shell collection. Architectural design that considers aspects of sustainability, energy efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact, treatment facilities can operate more efficiently and environmentally friendly. Industrial engineering also plays an important role in improving the efficiency of the processing process. By applying the right industrial techniques, the production process can be optimized to produce high-value products at a lower cost. The use of GIS and IT technology, coupled with the principles of environmentally friendly architecture and industrial engineering, can provide a comprehensive solution to optimize the use of durian peel as a raw material for high-value products.

Technological solutions in the fi eld of transport logistics

Transport logistics is the dominant process of supply, which includes planning, execution and control of the movement of goods and services. The study examines the processes of digital transformation of the Russian transport and logistics industry. A number of current trends are analysed, such as electronic transportation documents (for all modes of transport), the development of delivery systems and logistics of marketplaces, and the beginning of large-scale commercial operation of unmanned aircraft systems. It is noted that special software and AI reduce data processing time and can perform those tasks that were previously performed by people, thereby speeding up logistics processes and reducing related costs. It is quite obvious that processes that previously required a significant time can be optimised by reducing it. The use of methods of analysis and synthesis, comparisons and generalizations in combination with a systematic approach to the study allowed us to consider the processes of digital transformation of the transport and logistics industry and their fusion on the effectiveness of logistics processes from different points of view and approaches. The demand for digitalisation in the transport and logistics system is due to the constantly growing need for the delivery of goods, regardless of the geographical distance between the counterparties. The use of modern technologies in transport logistics is likely to be able to scale supply chain processes with a significant reduction in time lag. IT technologies are the key to improving the efficiency and competitiveness of transport logistics. The paper substantiates the need to implement advanced IT solutions that will allow companies to optimise their logistics operations, improve the quality of customer service, and reduce costs.

Personnel shortage as the main threat to personnel security at water transport enterprises

In conditions of geopolitical and economic uncertainty, water transport enterprises are faced with quite serious problems in the field of labor supply. The personnel shortage of engineering, technical, production and technical personnel, workers in the field of IT technologies, as well as skilled workers is of particular relevance in the field of shipping and shipbuilding. The successful operation of enterprises is possible only if there are competent, responsible and motivated personnel who ensure highly efficient operation of the enterprise and create the preconditions for its sustainable development. But at the same time, employees are the main source of threats in the field of personnel security in particular, and the economic security of the enterprise in general. Threats to personnel security are formed under the influence of personal qualities of personnel, moral orientation, propensity for various types of dependencies, which can lead to disclosure of confidential information and industrial espionage, fraud, theft of material and financial resources, etc. The study identified the main problems that provoked personnel shortage in the industry, threats to personnel security are considered, and the main directions for eliminating personnel shortages are identified.

Analysis and Decision: “Educação On” Project

In recent years, educational platforms have advanced significantly, integrating cutting-edge technologies and interactive resources that have revolutionized online teaching and learning. The proper selection of an educational platform is crucial for the successful dissemination of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), as it supports efficient course implementation and ensures accessibility, flexibility, and personalized learning experiences. Advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and synchronous tools enhance the student experience, offering automated feedback, content adaptation, and continuous support, allowing interaction with materials at their own pace.<br /> In this article, we address an initial phase of the "Educação ON" project, which aims to define the IT solution, platform, and technologies for the creation of MOOCs. This process involved a literature review, analysis of MOOC characteristics, evaluation of educational platforms, identification of new trends in distance learning, and synthesis of the project requirements. The research focuses on validating a MOOC course model tailored to higher education students, tested during the academic years 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 by a multidisciplinary team of professors from a Portuguese higher education institution, with the participation of students from both Portuguese and Brazilian higher education institutions. The results lay the groundwork for the next stages of the project, fostering more interactive and collaborative learning environments.

Джерела фінансування соціальних інвестицій в Україні та Польщі

Introduction. Increasing geopolitical challenges are prompting businesses and investors to reassess their priorities in terms of strengthening social responsibility. Accordingly, the influence of ESG criteria (environment, social impact and corporate responsibility) and the role of social investment are growing. Assessment of sources of financing for social investments is becoming increasingly important. In particular, in Poland, in all key areas of business and among investors, more and more attention is being paid to ESG criteria, social entrepreneurship support programs, the development of online platforms and IT technologies for attracting social investment. The full-scale invasion has led to a growing need for social investment to support social and humanitarian initiatives, as well as initiatives to rebuild Ukraine's economy. Accordingly, the study of the strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities and threats to financing social investments from various sources is becoming relevant. Problem Statement. Analysis of the main sources of social investment financing in Ukraine and Poland. The purpose is to substantiate the main sources of social investment financing based on the cases of Ukraine and Poland. Methods. General scientific methods of analysis, synthesis and induction, as well as methods of expert evaluation, SWOT analysis and case method were used to assess the features of attracting social investment from various sources. Results. The key sources of social investment financing are analyzed, namely self-financing (bootstrapping), public funding, crowdfunding, and grants. The study provides specific case studies and explanations of the practices of using resources. The analysis of certain theoretical aspects and practices allowed us to identify the strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and threats for each of them. In particular, in the context of assessing self-financing, the mechanism of bootstrapping is considered, and examples of its application to finance social enterprises in Ukraine and social cooperatives in Poland are given. Public funding allows achieving strategic goals of socio-economic development through the implementation of relevant programs and strategies. Examples of plans for public financing of social investments in Ukraine and the Program Inwestycji Strategicznych in Poland are considered. The crowdfunding market in Ukraine and Poland is analyzed in terms of the models of crowdfunding organization in accordance with the functional approach, as well as the place of both countries in the global crowdfunding landscape. Grant funding practices are considered on the example of Google initiatives. Conclusions. The full-scale invasion had an impact on changes in social investment in both Ukraine and Poland. Strengthening the financing of social investments in Ukraine is possible by raising awareness of domestic social entrepreneurs about existing alternatives for financing social investments, reducing bureaucratic barriers to obtaining state support, creating infrastructure for accessing resources and tracking expenditures. In Poland, it is important to intensify programs to strengthen social investments financing through self-financing, local and regional initiatives. At the state level, it is important to review the mechanism for financing social investments in terms of increasing its flexibility and ability to respond quickly to changes in social needs.

Sustainability in Technology and Green IT

For the modern acceleration pace of tech development, especially the sustainability of green IT, significantly relates to it. Green IT refers to the use of resources at the computer machine level in an environmentally friendly way for the minimization of energy usage and carbon emissions as well as adverse impacts on the environment caused by IT-related activities [Murugesan, 2008]. The rising digital services also contribute to increased energy consumption from data center and cloud services, thus emitting more greenhouse gases [Baliga et al., 2011]. The paper deals with renewable energy in IT systems, the recycling of e-waste, sustainable design of a data center, and how computing can be made more energy-efficient [Hanne & Falk, 2010; Khan & Qureshi, 2018]. The study identifies whether practical applications and examples of Green IT solutions show benefits and challenges in real life. Industrial case studies. The study found that despite so much scope for Green IT to reduce the negativity in most developments, Environmental Impact of the IT sector: All these issues, such as high cost, scalability and regulatory, should be reduced [Murugesan, 2008; Berkhout, 2014]. In order to promote sustainability across IT industries, further technological developments and global policy reforms will be essential [Murugesan, 2008; Hanne & Falk, 2010; Khan & Qureshi, 2018].

A comprehensive science mapping of tourism and hospitality research: Tribes, territories and networks

This study aims to provide a comprehensive bibliographic analysis of the field of tourism and hospitality research by mapping the contributions of researchers, research institutions and evolution of research topics and collaboration networks. Metadata from 27 SSCI and 30 ESCI tourism and hospitality journals were collected from Web of Science. Data analysis was conducted utilizing R package of Bibliometrix and Biblioshiny, adhering to the guidelines of bibliometric analysis. The study identified topics of sustainability and IT technology applications in tourism and hospitality as the recent research fronts. An increasing number of Chinese origin researchers emerged in the author collaboration network, followed by Korean origin researchers. Authors and universities in China started to form distinctive clusters in the author and institutional collaboration networks. The results offer a holistic understanding of the field of tourism and hospitality research, and can help researchers develop personal strategies in research career planning and development.

Analysis of the Use of HS and HTS Codes in Customs Classification Systems: Challenges and Opportunities of Integration of IT Technologies

The peculiarities of the use of the harmonized system of description and coding of goods, the harmonized tariff system of codes in modern customs classification systems are analyzed. Special attention is paid to the challenges that arise when applying these codes, in particular due to the complexity of the product nomenclature, as well as the variety of product descriptions. In addition, the possibilities of integrating IT technologies, machine learning and artificial intelligence methods to automate and optimize customs classification procedures are being explored. Prospects for increasing the accuracy and efficiency of the work of customs authorities due to the implementation of innovative solutions are considered. It is also important to note that classification systems may differ between countries, making it difficult to unify the process internationally. This becomes a serious obstacle to effective customs activity. Thanks to machine learning and analysis of large volumes of data, customs authorities can more effectively detect discrepancies and optimize work with commodity codes. The implementation of such innovative solutions will help to improve the accuracy and speed of work of customs services, which, in turn, will contribute to the transparency and efficiency of international trade.

Fourth wave technologies in construction and architecture: from idea to realization (part 2)

The Industrial Revolution is the restructuring of society under the influence of innovations in technology and technique, which is accompanied by a jump in productivity. Today, the 4th revolution is taking place, which is rapidly changing the landscape of various areas of life, including architecture and the construction industry. The Industry 4.0 revolution connects technologies used in organizations and people’s daily lives. It combines physical and digital technologies. But it doesn’t develop as a daily simple life in architecture and construction industry like many other industries like as automotive, aircraft, electronic etc. The relevance of the study is to study and analyze the stage of the historical event on the industrial revolutions (specially fourth industrial revolution) and his realization in today’s construction and architecture industry. A comprehensive review of contemporary and historical literature related to fourth industrial revolution, and his realization level in the industry with specific focus on construction and architecture industry. Thus, the main tasks of the study can be distinguished as follows: review of historical literature and basic understanding of the industrial revolutions; understanding of Industry 4.0 and its principles and benefits; reveal and introduce Industry 4.0 in construction and architecture industry; some samples about using Industry 4.0 in construction and architecture industry. Part two of the research is devoted to the idea and explanation of fourth wave technology in construction and architecture. The research used the method of analysis of scientific and historical literature and documents related to the Industrial Revolution (specially fourth industrial revolution) and his achievement in the construction and architecture industry to achieve and formulate conclusions. The conclusion of study is about today’s stage of realization of fourth industrial revolution in the construction and architecture industry and his point of view to next industrial revolution which start from 2017. The author believes that the development of the construction and architecture industry now and in the future depends on the attention and use of new industries and professionals in this industry specially IT specialists and technology. The conclusion of the second part of the study articulates fourth wave technologies in all areas of construction and architecture. The scientific novelty of the study is to study, analysis, identify main factors of Industry 4.0, and collection of some samples of realization of this technology (fourth wave technologies) in construction and architecture industry.

PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS OF THE OBJECTS OF THE GAS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OF THE REPUBLIC OF BELARUS: CURRENT STATUS AND PROSPECTS

The article highlights the experience of creating, applying and developing a digital twin of the gas distribution system of the Republic of Belarus. The effect of using IT technologies in the field of gas supply as an integral part of the overall engineering infrastructure of the country is shown. The principles of the construction and functioning of the existing set of software tools that ensure the production activities of gas supply organizations and the management apparatus of GPO "Beltopgaz" are described. Scientific and methodological approaches to the creation of predictive analytics tools for objects of the gas distribution system of the Republic of Belarus are formulated.

On Russian national corpus

The article describes the project of Russian National Corpus (RNC) – a powerful reference and information system in Russian language, created by a consortium of institutions belonging to the Russian Academy of Sciences and with the active participation of Russian IT-company Yandex. The history of the Corpus is presented in great detail: the author comments upon its main functionality and the most technologically advanced subcorpora – poetic, parallel, multimedian, providing examples of their use. Special attention is paid to the latest developments which allow us to introduce modern AI technologies in the RNC; this work was supported by a grant from the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation. One of the most impressive results is the so-called “panchronic corpus”, which encompasses the thousand-year history of the Russian language and provides searching tools within this data array. As of now, RNC is a crucial support for scientific research both in the field of linguistics and philology, as well as for the methodology of teaching Russian as first and second language and in the domain of IT technologies.

Digitalization and banks' efficiency: Evidence from a European analysis

This paper firstly investigates the impact of digitalisation on bank efficiency and then analyses potential non-linearities in this relationship, as well as the possible moderating role played by bank business models, covering a sample of European banks over the period 2006–2021. Our results suggest that IT investments improve bank efficiency - more on the profit side than on the cost side – but that this interplay has an inverted U-shape, which indicates that excessive investment in IT technologies may be detrimental to both profit and cost efficiency. Moreover, the empirical findings show that the digitalisation-efficiency linkage is sensitive to the business model adopted by banks; in particular, retail-oriented banks benefit more from digitalisation compared to those that are market-oriented. The overall results, including those countries where digitalisation is overall low, are consistent across different robustness tests and model specifications. This study could be helpful in guiding a cognisant digital transition for European banks.

RESEARCH

As buildings become increasingly integrated with advanced control technologies, cybersecurity concerns have risen significantly. This is particularly true for networked lighting systems, as cybersecurity has become more important due to their growing integration with IP networks and other building IT and operational technology (OT) systems. Historically, electricians have focused on physical and electrical installations, occasionally handling system commissioning. However, the advent of networked control systems in modern buildings requires electricians to acquire a new skill set. These systems, often deployed with default configurations, can be vulnerable to unauthorized access and cyberattacks, posing significant security risks to the entire building.

A Conceptual Level on Green Computing Applications on Eco-Friendly Approaches

The Green computing will work in this field as a life saver to environment as green computing will reduce energy usage by using various green computing eco-friendly approaches like-green design, green awareness, green standards, green disposals, green manufacturing and green usage which therefore help in the less emission. The "Going Green" is a rising trend establishing itself as the preferred way of doing things while saving the environment. This now appears in a large number of aspects in our lives, such as recycling, energy-efficient devices, clean energy sources, eco-friendly vehicles, green buildings. Computing has also established its share to contribute to saving the environment under the concept "Green Computing". Green computing is the environmentally responsible and eco-friendly use of computers and their resources. In broader terms, it is also defined as the study of designing, engineering, manufacturing, using and disposing of computing devices in a way that reduces their environmental impact. Green Computing, also known as Green Technology or Green IT, has quickly emerged as the most effective means of utilising technology.