bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Turizmde Makine Öğrenme
Authors: Durmuşçelebi Cemal
Published: December 2024

Makine öğrenimi, turizm sektöründe sürdürülebilirliği teşvik ederken, müşteri deneyimini iyileştirme, operasyonel süreçleri daha verimli hale getirme ve gelir yönetiminde ilerleme sağlama fırsatları sunmaktadır. Özellikle otelcilik, havayolu ve destinasyon yönetimi gibi alanlarda yaygınlaşan makine öğrenimi uygulamaları, büyük veri analitiği ile desteklenerek işletmeler için rekabet avantajı yaratma potansiyeli sunmaktadır. Rezervasyon sistemlerinden sosyal medya yorumlarına kadar çeşitli veri kaynaklarını işleyebilen algoritmalar, müşteri ihtiyaçlarını öngörmekte ve özelleştirilmiş teklifler sunmaktadır. Bunun yanı sıra chatbotlar ve sanal asistanlar, müşteri destek süreçlerini otomatize ederek hızlı ve etkili bir hizmet sunabilmektedir. Makine öğrenimi ayrıca seyahat planlama uygulamalarında kişiselleştirilmiş öneriler ve rota optimizasyonu sağlamaktadır. Bu bölümde turizm faaliyetleri temelinde makine öğreniminin kullanım alanları, faydaları, geliştirilmesi gereken yönleri bilimsel çalışmalar temelinde ele alınmıştır.
Turizm 4.0 ve Turizm 5.0
Authors: Açar Mehmet Fatih
Published: December 2024

Endüstri 4.0 teknolojilerinin ortaya çıkışı, diğer sektörlerde olduğu gibi turizm sektöründe de dijital bir dönüşüm yaşanmasına neden olmuştur. Nesnelerin interneti, büyük veri analizi, yapay zeka, blok zincir, artırılmış gerçeklik ve sanal gerçeklik gibi Endüstri 4.0 dinamiklerinin turizm sektöründe uygulanması yaklaşımını ifade eden Turizm 4.0 paradigması, yüksek teknoloji temelli hizmet üretimi ve sunumunu içermektedir. Öte yandan, insanlığın hızlı teknolojik değişimlere ayak uydurabilme yeteneği ve bu ilerlemelerin gerçekten topluma fayda sağlayıp sağlamayacağı konusundaki tartışmalar Endüstri 5.0 paradigmasının ortaya çıkmasına zemin hazırlamıştır. Endüstri 5.0 paradigması toplumsal ve çevresel anlamda daha sorumlu ve insan odaklı bir yaklaşımı savunmaktadır. Bu doğrultuda, Endüstri 5.0’ın turizm sektöründeki yansıması olan Turizm 5.0 paradigması, insanı teknolojinin merkezine koyarak barış, eşitlik, çevresel sürdürülebilirlik gibi değerlerin ön plana çıktığı yeni bir turizm yaklaşımı sunmaktadır. Turizm 5.0, teknolojik turizm sistemlerinin daha insan odaklı, sürdürülebilir, dirençli ve erişilebilir olması ilkelerine dayanan bir yaklaşımı ifade etmektedir.
Anadolu Kültürünü Yansıtan Yöresel El Yapımı Bebekler “Türk Kitre Bebek Sanatı”
Authors: Özdemir Melda , Ürün Naciye
Published: December 2024

Kitre bebek, Türk kültürüne özgü, el emeğiyle yapılan bir sanat eseridir. Geven bitkisinin özsuyundan elde edilen kitre adı verilen doğal bir zamk kullanılarak şekillendirilen bu bebekler, yüzyıllardır Türk geleneklerini yansıtan özgün bir yapıya sahiptir. Kitre bebek yapımının kökleri Orta Asya'ya kadar uzanmaktadır. Göçebe Türk toplulukları, keven ağacının özsuyundan elde ettikleri kitreyi çeşitli amaçlarla kullanmışlardır. Anadolu'da ise kitre, özellikle bebek yapımında yaygınlaşmıştır. Osmanlı döneminde saraylarda dahi kitre bebekler yapılmış ve bu sanat önemli bir yere sahip olmuştur. Kitre bebek yapımında öncelikle telden bir iskelet oluşturulur, ardından pamukla kaplanarak kitre ile şekillendirilir. Bu zahmetli süreç, bebeğin yüz hatlarının, el ve ayaklarının detaylı bir şekilde ortaya çıkmasını sağlar. Genellikle yöresel kıyafetler giydirilen kitre bebekler, o yörenin kültürel özelliklerini yansıtır. Kitre bebekler, Anadolu'nun farklı yörelerinde farklı anlamlar taşır. Kimi yörelerde bereket ve doğurganlığın sembolü olarak görülürken, kimi yörelerde ise nazardan korunmak amacıyla kullanılır. Ayrıca, kitre bebekler, geleneksel kıyafetler ve aksesuarlarla süslenerek yöresel kültürü yansıtmaktadır. Günümüzde kitre bebek sanatı, unutulmaya yüz tutmuş el sanatları arasında yer almaktadır. Ancak, son yıllarda kültürel mirasın korunması ve yaşatılması amacıyla çeşitli çalışmalar yürütülmektedir. Geleneksel el sanatları kursları ve atölyeler, kitre bebek yapımının gelecek nesillere aktarılmasında önemli rol oynamaktadır. Bu makale, Türk kitre bebek sanatının tarihçesini, yapım tekniklerini, kültürel önemini ve günümüzdeki durumunu ele almaktadır.
GEÇMİŞTEN GÜNÜMÜZE AYAKKABI
Authors: Bakan Emine , Güllü Saliha
Published: December 2024

Dış etkilerden ayağı korumak amacıyla üretilen ayakkabı, zaman içerisinde aksesuar olarak da kullanılmaya başlamıştır. Ayakkabının günümüze kadar uzanan hikayesine bakıldığında farklı ülkelerde farklı özelliklerde kullanıldığı görülmektedir. Mısırlılarda papirüs sandaletler kullanılırken, Japonların ayakkabıları bir itibar göstergesi sayılmıştır. Romalı askerler ilkel postallar kullanırken, Vinci topuklu ayakkabı tasarımı ile dikkat çekmektedir.
Örtünme ve korunma amaçlı kullanılan tekstillerin yanında ayakkabının da yüzyıllara dayanan köklü bir geçmişi bulunmaktadır. Şekli ve rengiyle her zaman bir statü simgesi olan ayakkabının hikayesi, insanlık tarihi kadar eski bir hikayedir. Kıyafetlerin en önemli tamamlayıcısı olan ayakkabı, sadece ustaların hünerli elleriyle değil toplumsal değişimlerle de şekilden şekle girmiştir. Ayakkabı; iklim, sosyal ve kültürel şartların etkisiyle şekillenirken, yüzyıllar içerisinde insanoğlunun ihtiyaçlarına göre de form değiştirmiştir. İnsanın kırsal yaşamdan şehirlere göçünün, topraktan kopuşunun da öyküsünü yüklenir.
Giyimin en önemli mimarı, aksesuarların en önemlisi, tüm kıyafetlerin tamamlayıcısı ayakkabının yüzyıllar içerisinde gelişim hikâyesi ve yörelere, amaçlara, statüye göre değişim durumları bu çalışma içerisinde derlenerek incelenmiştir.
POLITIK HUKUM PERUBAHAN MASA JABATAN KEPALA DESA DI INDONESIA
Authors: Nurudin Nurudin , Hamdi Muh. Rizal
Published: December 2024

The aim of this research is to explain the political and legal aspects of changes in the terms of office of village heads in Indonesia and to analyze the maslahah perspective. This research is a descriptive-analytic literature study using a normative approach.
The results of this research are that the current term of office and period of the village head is considered insufficient to develop the village due to the tension and polarization of society after the Village Head Election, the village head's term of office being too short will result in failure to achieve the vision and mission. However, this cannot be used as an absolute reason for extending the term of office of the village head, considering that it will be the entry point for changes to be made in aspects of the terms of the executive institutions of the president, governor, regent, mayor and legislative institutions, both the DPR and DPD at the center and also in the area. The extension of the term of office at the village government level has the potential to make the democratic climate of village government unhealthy and can even foster oligarchy in the village. Giving a village head a long term of office is not a guarantee that a development climate will be developed, the village head is actually required or given a challenge to work effectively and efficiently within the specified period in developing the design of his village. In the perspective of maslahah murlah, namely establishing laws in matters that are not mentioned at all in the Qur'an or al-Sunnah, with consideration for the benefit or interests of human life which is based on the principle of attracting benefits and avoiding damage. The extension of the village head's term of office is actually contrary to the concept of maslahah murlah.
Efecto del estiércol de cerdo en el proceso de floración del cacao (Theobroma cacao L.)
Authors: Mosquera Cadena Diana Karina , Torres Jaramillo Luis Antonio , Fernandez Torres Maria Soledad , Espinoza Tuaza Juan Carlos
Published: December 2024

El cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) es un cultivo de gran relevancia económica y cultural en regiones tropicales, destacándose por su uso en la industria del chocolate. Este estudio evaluó el efecto de tres dosis de porquinaza (500, 1000 y 2000 kg/ha) en el proceso de floración y cuajado de mazorcas de cacao, comparándolas con un tratamiento químico convencional (NPK 100 kg/ha). Se utilizó un diseño experimental de bloques completamente al azar (DBCA) con cinco repeticiones por tratamiento. Las variables evaluadas incluyeron el número total de flores, el índice de cuajado de mazorcas, la tasa de aborto floral y el número de mazorcas cuajadas. Los resultados mostraron que la dosis de 2000 kg/ha de porquinaza (T3) presentó el mejor desempeño en términos de floración, mientras que la dosis de 1000 kg/ha (T2) fue la más eficiente en la formación de mazorcas. Aunque no se observaron diferencias estadísticas significativas en el índice de cuajado, T3 logró la mayor relación beneficio-costo (1,79), destacándose como la opción más rentable. Este estudio confirma que la porquinaza es una alternativa viable y sostenible para mejorar la productividad del cacao, promoviendo prácticas agrícolas más respetuosas con el ambiente. Se recomienda su aplicación en dosis óptimas y complementarla con fertilización química para maximizar el rendimiento. Además, se sugiere continuar con investigaciones que integren otros factores, como bioestimulantes y manejo fitosanitario, para optimizar aún más los resultados.
Pesquisa Multidisciplinar em Saúde - Edição XIII
Authors: Barroso L. De Freitas Guilherme , Khaled Sleiman Hanan
Published: December 2024

O atendimento, abordagem e pesquisa de equipes multidisciplinares é o modelo recomendado pela Organização Mundial de Saúde. Os cuidados são prestados por profissionais de habilidades diversas, os quais se complementam para elevar o conhecimento dos c
California’s Decline of Largest Invasive Species: A Century Later
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: December 2024

`The Historical Context of California’s Battle with Invasive Species

Over the course of a century, California has faced numerous environmental challenges, one of the most significant being the invasion of non-native species. These species threatened the natural habitat, disrupted ecosystems, and posed considerable risks to the native flora and fauna.
Challenges of sustainable development and competitiveness of agricultural
Authors: Tošović-Stevanović Aleksandra , Stepien Sebastian , Polcyn Jan
Published: December 2024

Agriculture has a significant impact on the entire humanity and because of that we analyze the the purpose of agriculture sector, especially the challenges of sustainable agriculture and the influence of competitiveness, which stems from the fact that the participation of agriculture in the economy of Serbia and Poland is at a relatively high level. In order to see more important performance and characteristics involved in the concept of challenges of sustainable development and competitiveness of agricultural, we will presents a brief overview of some specifics in two different countries - Serbia and Poland.
The Australian immigration law in a public emergency: The infamous Djokovic case
Authors: Rašević Živorad
Published: December 2024

Australian immigration law and policy have often been criticised for inconsistency with international human rights standards. Their arbitrary character is demonstrated in one example from the Australian case law that spurred a global debate on the legitimacy of the public health measures against the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the case of the government's cancellation of the visa of the famous tennis player Novak Djokovic, who entered Australia to compete in the tennis tournament in January 2022. This government's denial interfered with his freedom not to follow public official recommendations and policies. This paper investigates the limits of the government's discretion to take emergency measures for public health protection analysing procedural and substantive aspects of decisions that have struck this famous tennis player. Proceeding from universally accepted theoretical stances on the rule of law and human rights it evaluates a legal basis, argumentation and legal consequences of the decisions of the Australian government and the Federal Court. Eventually, this case indicates that all such decisions may be justified by the public interest, although such unfavourable treatment of a foreigner can hardly be justified. In short, foreigners cannot rely upon guarantees of human rights and the rule of law, because of the ignorance of relevant international standards, vague immigration laws, a broad judicial interpretation of executive powers and a narrow judicial review.
Constraints of applying transferred HRM to developing countries: The case of Algeria
Authors: Ghiat Boufeldja
Published: December 2024

Management principles have evolved in developed countries, mainly in the United States and Europe where scientific theories have emerged explaining the behaviors and motivations of individuals depending on the beliefs and cultural values of these societies. Management principles cannot be transferred from one society to another, as individuals' actions and perceptions of work are affected by the social local culture. This illustrates the failure to transfer management models between countries belonging to different civilizations without adaptation or modification. It is the result of the author's research and experience with the reality of managing institutions in a country (Algeria) that has known an intensive import of industrial enterprises, in the '70s of the 20th century, with their management practices. But this policy was doomed to failure, due to the use of inappropriate management methods which did not keep up with the prevailing cultural values in the society. This paper comes at a critical stage of restructuring the economy of many developing countries, and working to adopt scientific methods in management and organization knowledge, aimed at increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of organizations.
Digital globalization and its impact on education and the labour market
Authors: Gavrić Gordana , Dobrilović Ines , Mušinović Fadil
Published: December 2024

Digital globalization, which came about with the birth of the Internet and digital technologies, has revolutionized the way information, ideas, capital and people move around the world. This is how the fourth industrial revolution has begun, bringing about challenges and opportunities that shape our global society and modern life. Namely, this new era of connectedness, characterized by speed, innovation and constant changes, is transforming many aspects of our lives as individuals and of our society as a whole. Given that education is the cornerstone of every society and the crucial tool for the future, it is necessary to explore how digital globalization impacts and redefines the existing education systems. This paper focuses on understanding that particular impact, but also the impact it has on the development of new trends on the labour market and the importance of adapting to them.
Influence of ownership structure on sustainability disclosure of brewery firms in Nigeria
Authors: Iyamu Marley , Obasi Rosemary , Senapathy Marisennayya
Published: December 2024

The ownership structure of brewery firms in Nigeria may impact the extent and quality of sustainability disclosure, potentially influencing stakeholders' ability to make informed decisions and threatening the long-term sustainability of these firms. The study therefore examined the influence of ownership structure on sustainability disclosure of brewery firms in Nigeria. The study made use of an ex-post facto research design for the collection of secondary data. The population for the study consisted of listed brewery firms in Nigerian Exchange Group (NSG) as at 31st December, 2022. The sampled firms must fulfil the responsibility of disclosing their financial statements for eleven consecutive years for the period 2012-2022. The filtering method of sample selection was used to select four (4) brewery firms. The study adopted the use of the robust least square regression technique in the analysis of data. The empirical findings revealed that institutional ownership has a significant positive influence on sustainability disclosure at 5% level of significance, foreign ownership has a significant positive influence on sustainability disclosure at 5% level of significance while managerial ownership has an insignificant positive influence on sustainability disclosure at p-value >0.05. The recommended that sustainability disclosure of brewery firms in Nigeria is driven by the presence of institutional ownership and foreign ownership, hence management should allocate more stakes to institutional and foreign investors.
Women's empowerment through agricultural entrepreneurship: The case in Mymensingh district
Authors: Kabir Shajahan , Jahan Khorshed
Published: December 2024

This study attempts to investigate by using both quantitative and qualitative research tools to examine the extent of women's technology adoption in agriculture and their consequent empowerment attainment in selected villages of Mymensingh Sadar. To achieve the objectives of the present study, necessary data were collected from two selected in Mymensingh district by using a simple random sampling technique, the study selected a total of 60 women respondents. The quantitative analytical tools employed to attain the specific objectives included various descriptive statistical measures, perception index and women empowerment index by adoption technology. The results of the perception index analysis indicated that the majority had moderate to high favorable perception of the greater extent of women's engagement in the adoption of agricultural technology among which may have low to moderate favorable perception of consequent empowerment attainment. The findings show that almost in all cases, the decision was taken jointly by males and females. It is a very satisfactory case that the decision is taken by a female alone, particularly in the cases of purchase of agricultural equipment, maintenance of agricultural equipment, motivation to use agricultural technologies, and selling of old machinery. The value of the average women empowerment score is 1.81, which is below the average empowerment score of 2. The WEI as presented in the study clearly describes that women are less empowered since the WEI scores are less than the average level. The overall women empowerment status was unsatisfactory in the study areas, where there is huge scope to work. Various problems such as insufficient capital, lack of profit, inadequate training facilities, lack of adequate farm machinery etc. issues are faced by the respondents in those areas.
The impact of enterpreneurial orientation on the enhancement of leadership skills
Authors: Kuburović Nina , Ostojić Bojana
Published: December 2024

Since ancient times, political leaders have recognized the importance of improving their own skills, leading to the gradual transfer of a culture of education among people in leadership positions, initially in the political sphere and later extending to the economic sector and entrepreneurs. Many scientists worldwide have attempted to arrive at the most effective definitions of entrepreneurial orientation, and through various examples of best practices, they have reached many layers of the management world, aiming to improve their performances and business environments. Healthy entrepreneurship plays a vital role in a country's economy; in fact, it can be seen as a cell or unit of a larger system called the state. If entrepreneurship is based on a healthy economic foundation, the state's economy is equally profitable and efficient. In this paper, the author explores a model of entrepreneurial orientation that can enhance the abilities of leaders, which can later contribute to the improvement of their business organization.
E-Commerce adoption and its effects on the operational performance of MSMEs
Authors: Kumar Dharumaraj , Musthafa Abubaker
Published: December 2024

Micro, small, and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs) in the food and beverage industry are experiencing considerable growth because of their progressive use of digital media. Traditional marketing strategies have limitations in terms of time and location. Despite this, online marketing enabled the engagement of a significant number of individuals, irrespective of their geographical location. The objective of this empirical study is to examine the role of digital media marketing in the competitive advantage and performance of MSMEs. The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the influence of digital marketing on the performance and competitive advantage of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. This research used a quantitative approach for analysing data using SPSS and the structural equation model with the help of the linear structural relations (LISREL) software. It appears from the findings that digital marketing significantly and positively relates to competitive advantage. Moreover, digital marketing has a substantial impact on enhancing the favourable outcomes of micro, small, and medium enterprises.
Determinants of rural tourism development: A bibliometric review
Authors: Iaromenko Sergii , Kryszak Łukasz
Published: December 2024

This study aims to identify the current hotspots and research directions in rural tourism development with a focus on its influencing factors, access to resources, the role of public goods, and spatial aspects of rural tourism activities. We collected 933 journal articles from the Scopus database and analyzed them using VOSviewer and Bibliometrix tools. The results indicate an increasing trend for research in rural tourism sustainability, community-based rural tourism, and constraints in rural tourism value chains. This study identified factors that affect rural tourism, and the role of public goods and the infrastructure in tourism development. The perspective research directions are the systematization of determinants from a demand-supply perspective, to specify the role of infrastructure for access to rural tourism destinations, spatial dependencies and their impact on tourism-policy decisions.
Antecedents of leadership conduct in women entrepreneurship: Does Thank God It's Monday (TGIM) attitude a game changer?
Authors: Mahajan Yogesh , Gadekar Ashutosh , Kankonkar Shilpa , Kapse Manohar , Sharma Vinod
Published: December 2024

The present study is a paper designed to present an argument on the TGIM attitude" and its antecedents in the eyes of creating a successful entrepreneurial mindset and organization. It is obvious from the analysis of different literary works that the conduct of Leadership, especially in entrepreneurship, has an impact on the behaviour of women entrepreneurs. The study intends to create a noteworthy inquiry into the relationship between leadership and the TGIM attitude of women intrapreneurs. The Indian IT entrepreneurial organizations employ around 3.1 million people, and this sector witnessing 'Monday Morning Blues' can be infectious. For the survival, growth and excellence of these entrepreneurial organizations, these firms have to focus on building TGIM attitudes in women intrapreneurs. The study is based on the C LEAD Model (developed by Cisco) of Women Leader's Behavior. Though TGIM is a new concept, this interpretation of TGIM was created after interviews with various women intrapreneurs in the IT sector. Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis has been used to understand the concept of TGIM. The model is proposed to study the interrelationship between a Women Leader's Behavior and their role in building a TGIM attitude.
The role of the actuary in risk management: How actuarial science contributes to the precise assessment of risks and insurance premiums
Authors: Lukić Marija , Piljan Tatjana , Golubović-Stojanović Aleksandra
Published: December 2024

In today's business environment, risk management is becoming increasingly important due to the increased complexity and uncertainty in global financial markets. Actuaries, as experts in mathematics, statistics and finance, have a key role in this process. This paper explores the role of actuaries in the identification, assessment and management of different types of risk. Special emphasis is placed on quantitative methods and techniques that actuaries use to predict future events and their financial consequences. Concrete examples from practice, including insurance companies, pension funds and banks, are analyzed in order to show how actuaries contribute to the stability and security of these institutions. The paper also looks at ways in which actuaries design and implement financial products and insurance policies that reduce risk and increase the resilience of organizations to unforeseen events. Through a detailed analysis, this paper highlights the importance of the actuarial profession in modern risk management, pointing out the necessity of their contribution for the long-term stability and sustainability of financial systems. Research results suggest that actuaries are an indispensable part of the risk management team in all major financial institutions.
Legal issues regarding credit in the judicial practice of Balkan countries
Authors: Miloradović Milica , Vojvodić-Miljković Nevenka , Radulović Sofija
Published: December 2024

Credit in modern conditions represents one of the most significant sources of financing. Through credit, the broadest needs of both the economy and the population are satisfied. Credit enables entities with surplus financial resources to employ them in the most rational manner, thereby achieving a certain profit. At the same time, credit allows entities lacking financial resources to acquire them and use these funds to realize their projects. Each of explored court decisions of Balkan countries provides insights into how local courts interpret and apply legal frameworks regarding financial agreements, particularly those involving currency clauses or loans denominated in foreign currencies. They reflect the legal landscape and judicial approaches in their respective jurisdictions. Policies governing credit and interest rates should prioritize the safety, liquidity, and profitability of banks, employing monetary and credit policy measures throughout the entire state to achieve these objectives.
Analysis of the performance of investment funds in Serbia during times of uncertainty
Authors: Roganović Miloš , Vidicki Đorđe
Published: December 2024

The level of development achieved in the financial market is a fundamental indicator of the overall development of the national economy. Investment funds represent another alternative for small investors to place their funds and thereby attempt to preserve the value of their assets. However, the question remains whether this investment strategy is effective in an underdeveloped capital market. The aim of this paper is to analyze the performance of investment funds in Serbia during a period of significant global uncertainty and instability, characterized by high inflation rates and geopolitical tensions. The research focuses on the operations of investment funds in Serbia from the beginning of 2017 to the end of 2022. The findings indicate a negative trend in the performance of investment funds, highlighting the challenges in fully utilizing their potential in Serbia, a transitioning economy, unlike their role in more developed countries.
Specifics of artificial intelligence application in the banking industry
Authors: Barjaktarović Miljana , Aničić Jugoslav
Published: December 2024

Increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) in banks has huge profit potential through the improvement, audit, and alignment of business processes, increased efficiency, and enhancement of customer experiences. It enables the automation of business processes, data entry, data processing, and verification, thus enhancing the operational efficiency of the bank and redirecting employees to more important tasks such as critical thinking and decision-making. The application of AI represents a key aspect of the development of the banking sector through the transformation of the value chain from the front - office to the back - office. In the front office, it serves as a valuable tool in acquiring and retaining clients as well as in risk management. Through chatbots and virtual assistants, banks achieve significant improvements in interactions with service users through personalized support, addressing their queries, and reducing the operational effort of employees. AI enhances cross-selling and upselling based on the behavior and preferences of individual bank service users. It also enables an increase in user trust, better risk assessment, and the detection of fraud based on extensive datasets.
Mapping the landscape of research on sustainable and innovative solutions for food waste management: A bibliometric analysis
Authors: Murugan Brentha , Agustar Hani , Ab Jalil , Balta Almaz , Shaikh Abdul
Published: December 2024

The goal of this bibliometric analysis is to present a thorough picture of the state of research on creative and sustainable approaches to managing food waste. It provides insightful information about the present and potential future orientations of this multidisciplinary area by examining co-authorship patterns, highly cited authors, eminent institutions, recurrent keywords, and co-citation networks. A comprehensive bibliometric analysis encompassing a range of topics, including publication output, subject areas, author contributions, and international collaborations, is carried out by the study using the Scopus database and the VOSviewer programme. The results demonstrate the interdisciplinary nature of the area, the notable increase in research activity, and the main forces behind the development of novel and sustainable methods for managing food waste. In addition, the analysis points up possible gaps and avenues for more research, encouraging cooperation and knowledge sharing. Researchers, decision-makers, and those involved in the food industry can benefit greatly from this thorough bibliometric analysis, which offers a data-driven framework for developing future research agendas and approaches to address the global problem of food waste with creative and sustainable solutions.
Bridging the gap: Understanding demographic disparities in consumer credit adoption: The case for Buy Now Pay Later
Authors: Simiyu Naomy , Kumar Santhosh , Senapathy Marisennayya , Babu Regina
Published: December 2024

Financial institutions like banks have a significant role in lending credit to their consumers based on the different criteria that must be considered before issuing the loan. This study investigates the influence of demographic variables on the usage and adoption of financial services. The primary objective of this study was to identify how age, gender, income, education, occupation, and credit score levels impact consumer behavior and their preferences in the "Buy Now and Pay Later" financial services. Using a quantitative approach, an online survey was conducted with 350 valid responses forming the basis of this study. Findings reveal that gender and income significantly influence CIBIL scores, borrowing intention strongly predicts BNPL actual borrowing, and the overall relationships between these variables and financial behavior are generally weak. This indicates that other uninvestigated elements could exist that significantly influence the formation of financial behaviors. The results underscore the necessity for expanded inquiry to incorporate supplementary variables, including psychological factors or access to financial education, to enhance understanding of the determinants of financial behaviour. These differences, according to what has been found in the financial services utilization across different demographic segments, point to a very important need for greater inclusivity in tailoring personalized financial services toward enhancing financial well-being. These findings are very instrumental to financial institutions seeking to reduce demographic disparities and foster a much more inclusive financial ecosystem.
The social rights of workers in social Europe with a review in North Macedonia
Authors: Ružin Nano
Published: December 2024

The historical efforts of workers for the recognition of various economic, social and cultural rights are primarily focused on the rights related to their work and status. Before the constitution of the United Nations and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Labor Organization developed and implemented. a wide range of standards relating to work. As a result of decades of international and national efforts, labor initiatives in many countries, human rights standards have experienced tremendous progress. The achievements of the EU in the domain of social law and justice are particularly impressive. Regardless of the fact that there is no universally accepted and mandatory corpus of social security, EU countries are obliged to respect minimum social rights arising from EU directives. This text provides a brief summary of the international standards relating to the right to work and labor rights, the regulation of these rights in the EU, as well as a brief overview of the situation in this domain in North Macedonia.
The artificial intelligence and economy
Authors: Radić Nikola , Gavrilović Milan , Mihailović Đorđe
Published: December 2024

This paper examines the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the global economy, exploring its transformative effects across various sectors, the job market, and overall economic growth. The study begins by tracing the evolution of AI technology and its current state, providing context for its economic implications. It then delves into AI's influence on key industries such as manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and retail, highlighting how AI is driving innovation and efficiency. The research addresses the complex dynamics of AI in the job market, discussing both job displacement and creation, and the changing skill requirements in an AI-driven economy. The paper also analyzes the potential economic benefits of AI, including increased productivity, new business models, and projections for economic growth. However, it also confronts the challenges and concerns associated with widespread AI adoption, such as income inequality, data privacy issues, and regulatory hurdles. Furthermore, the study explores AI's role in global economic competition, examining how nations are positioning themselves in the AI race and the potential for shifts in economic power. The paper concludes by outlining strategies for preparing for an AI-driven economy, including education and workforce training initiatives, government policies, and business adaptation strategies. It also provides a future outlook, considering various scenarios for AI's long-term economic impact. This comprehensive analysis aims to provide a balanced view of AI's economic implications, offering insights for policymakers, business leaders, and individuals navigating the AI-driven economic landscape. The paper underscores the importance of harnessing AI's potential while addressing its challenges to ensure a prosperous and equitable economic future.
The impact of digital education on the success of entrepreneurship: Exploring the interplay between online learning, digital self-efficacy, and entrepreneurial intention in the digital economy
Authors: Tennakoon Niranjala , Radulović Sofija , Kyaruzi Imani
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the impact of digital education on the success of digital entrepreneurship, focusing on the interplay between online learning, digital self-efficacy, and the entrepreneurial intentions of early-career individuals in the digital economy. By examining how digital education fosters entrepreneurial skills and knowledge, the research identifies the features of digital education that significantly enhance entrepreneurial motives towards digitally driven start-ups, with digital self-efficacy serving as a mediating factor. The facets of online education, digital self-efficacy, and the motivation for digitally driven start-ups among undergraduates were assessed quantitatively using pre-validated instruments. Multivariate analysis revealed the positive influence of online education in fostering entrepreneurial intention, partially mediated by digital self-efficacy. In particular, the personalization, real-time feedback, and Intelligent Interaction of online education play a significant role in fostering digital entrepreneurial motivation. The study findings have significant implications for utilizing online education to mitigate the challenges faced by early-career entrepreneurs. Additionally, leveraging digital self-efficacy can heighten digital entrepreneurial intentions. The findings highlight best practices and suggest improvements in digital education to better support the dynamic needs of digital entrepreneurs. By fostering a robust environment for digital entrepreneurship, these enhanced digital education platforms can significantly contribute to entrepreneurial success.
Smart and regenerative agriculture in the function of agricultural entrepreneurship
Authors: Pejanović Vladimir , Radaković Milan , Radović Gordana
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the integration of smart and regenerative agriculture technologies as a function of agriculture entrepreneurship in order to enhance agricultural productivity, environmental sustainability, economic viability and food security. Smart agriculture leverages advanced technologies like sensors, machine learning, and cloud computing for precision farming, optimizing resource use, and improving crop management. Regenerative agriculture focuses on soil health, biodiversity, and ecosystem services, aiming to restore soil organic matter, enhance water cycles, and foster carbon sequestration. The synergy of these practices offers numerous benefits, including improved soil health, increased resilience to climate change, cost savings through reduced input use. Additionally, these methods address the growing consumer demand for sustainably produced food, offering market opportunities for farmers. This transformative approach not only supports the livelihood of farmers but also contributes to the broader goals of food security, environmental protection, and sustainable development. The integration of these technologies promises to revolutionize agricultural practices, potentially reversing the negative impacts of conventional agriculture and creating more resilient and sustainable food systems, particularly in developing regions facing economic challenges and fragmented agricultural sectors.
GEN Z and work habits, literature research among Croatian students
Authors: Brkljača Ivana , Šajn Etienne
Published: December 2024

This paper will analyze the GEN Z and their work habits. How to motivate GEN Z to gain work habits, and how to manage the GEN Z to achieve the best work results. As a preparation for this topic, a literature review was made, and we will also have the opportunity to see if there is any difference between GEN Z and the Millennials work habits. This literature research will be a start point for future researches that are planed on this topic to be researched among Croatian student members of the GEN Z.
Legal and ethical aspects of business with a view to the issue of language
Authors: Radulović Vladimir , Radulović Zoran , Cogoljević Vesna
Published: December 2024

The legal scholar and critical theorist Jeanne Lorraine Schroeder applied a unique interdisciplinary approach to the philosophy of law which uses linguistically driven Lacanian psychoanalysis, more precisely the theory of four discourses, as well as critical theories about the relationship of ideology and critique, to examine values, subjective roles and tendencies in scholarship which in jurisprudence correspond to the four discourses: the master's, hysteric's, university's and the analyst's. Through this approach, she investigates, among other issues, the relationship of morality with positive law and policy. Our thesis in this paper is that we can analogously apply Schroeder's perspective to business and economics, announcing potential innovations in psychoanalytically and linguistically informed interdisciplinary studies in the philosophy of business. Besides the most relevant subjective roles, we look at how this approach applies to some of the most prominent theories on the social responsibility of businesses. Towards the end, we address the language of marketing in advertising and other forms of promotion to see how our novel interdisciplinary approach may lead to improvements in consumer advocacy and much more effective moral criticisms of marketing policies.
The Convention on the Rights of the Child: Successes and gaps in reducing child labor and right violations
Authors: Prelević-Plavšić Snežana
Published: December 2024

The most significant international document in the field of children's rights is the 1989 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), established to transform the treatment and perception of children by adults. Despite this, children's rights are frequently violated. Numerous children succumb to preventable diseases, lack access to education, and are left vulnerable when their parents die from illness or conflict. Many children endure violence, exploitation, and abuse, from which they are unable to protect themselves. The CRC was the first to establish a universally accepted definition of the fundamental rights of the child. With ratification by 196 countries, the CRC holds the distinction of being the most ratified human rights treaty. However, the primary shortcoming of the CRC is the absence of robust legal mechanisms for the practical implementation and protection of individual children's rights. According to data from international labor organizations, over 200 million children under the age of 15 are engaged in labor, including roles such as shoe shiners, newspaper vendors, agricultural workers, carpet weavers, quarry workers, and mine clearers.
Intensity and prospect of smallholders' potato commercialization in Southern Ethiopia: Evidence from Gamo zone
Authors: Tadesse Masresha , Belay Sisay , Cholo Moges , Senapathy Marisennayya
Published: December 2024

Ethiopia has set agricultural commercialization as one of the policy priorities to transit from subsistence-oriented agriculture to commercialized one, which could ensure stable livelihoods for both producers and consumers. Despite this, much of the country's crop production, particularly tuber crops, is still subsistence-based. Potato is the leading tuber crop in Ethiopia in terms of its production capacity, productivity, and market demand, and its commercialization could significantly impact the policy. Thus, this study aimed to analyze the determinants and prospects of the intensity of potato commercialization. Data for the study was gathered from 255 smallholder potato producers using multistage sampling techniques. The inferential statistics with Tobit regression and thematic content analysis were used to analyze quantitative and qualitative data. The findings depict that formal education, the number of oxen, the proportion of land dedicated to potatoes, potato output, contact with extension services, cooperative membership and accessibility to irrigation water significantly increase the intensity of potato commercialization while distance to market and paved road have a negative impact. The potential for future improvements in potato commercialization depends on the exploitation of existing opportunities, including farmers' production skills, agroecology, the government focuses on agriculture, water availability and NGO intervention from the production side, increased market outlets, higher market demand and local knowledge of post-harvest management from the consumption side. The government and other initiatives must focus on extension services, cooperative farming, market and road accessibility, and utilizing the identified opportunities.
Mediating effects of FDI inflows on carbon dioxide emissions: Evidence from India
Authors: Tripathy Prajukta , Pallayil Baiju , Mishra Bikash , Brahmi Mohsen
Published: December 2024

This paper investigates the direct and indirect consequence of foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India, covering1980 to 2014.To quantify the indirect outcome of FDI taking place CO2 emissions, this study considers three mediating channels of FDI. The three broad mediating channels of FDI inflows are energy structure, industrial structure, and high-carbon technology, by which the foreign direct investments affect India's carbon dioxide emissions. The unit root test, the Johansen cointegration, the Granger causality, and the Seemingly Unrelated Regressionare used in this study for the empirical analysis. The findings discover a long-run cointegrating link between FDI inflows and CO2 emissions, as well as a one-way causality running from FDI to CO2 emissions. The outcomes of the seemingly unrelated regression estimation indicate that all the mediating factors significantly contribute to the carbon dioxide emissions level. The findings of this paper reveal that FDI inflows affect India's CO2 emission level mainly by the mediating factors compared to its direct effect. Finally, the study suggests that the policy makers should prioritize the redistribution of foreign investment from high carbon-intensive technology to less carbon-intensive and cleaner technologies for a carbonless and sustainable future in India.
An overview of viral marketing
Authors: Zhechev Vladimir , Gercheva Maria-Yoana
Published: December 2024

Many scholars and practitioners invest a great deal of time and effort to demystify the tools for shining through marketing messages. Harnessing the power of online technologies and quick (online) spread of word of mouth has yielded greatly positive results for markets. However, some of the dimensions of effectiveness are yet to be explored. In view of this, viral marketing has earned itself the reputation of a strategic tool that has the power to influence customers rapidly and offer extra value through means of innovative marketing practices. The aim of this article is to review different definitions of viral marketing (VM), its characteristics and campaign design specifics. On this premise, literature gaps are identified, and a future research agenda is proposed. Results show that on one hand novel marketing experiences can influence positively the consumer response to marketing actions and on the other - can equip companies with opportunities to capture attention quickly and stand out from their main rivals. This paper is particularly relevant to the modern developments in the marketing domain given the growth of social media networks and the ways people communicate with brands.
Hungarian and Serbian companies ESG practices as market competitiveness tool for Western Balkan countries
Authors: Peredy Zoltán , Laki Balázs
Published: December 2024

In the business world, efficiency and sustainability are essential for the companies to survive the strong market competition. Optimized processes can help companies minimizing their losses and negative environmental externalities and improving the quality of their products, services. In addition to efficiency, companies can only operate sustainably in the long term if they take into account the needs of people, society and the environment. In this context, the Lean philosophy and the Environmental, Society and Governance (ESG) approach are two important tools to achieve efficient and sustainable operations. Its application in the business world is important not only because of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), but also because it is becoming increasingly important for the future investment decisions as well. ESG investment strategies take into account the performance of companies in the pillars mentioned above and allow investors to choose the ones that will deliver the best results over the long term. The authors presenting a Hungarian and Serbian company ESG practice and its impacts on their business processes. These can serve as recommendation for the Western Balkan Countries (WBC), in which adoption ESG criteria and incorporating into the business strategies would be inevitable to reach significant breakthrough in the globalizing business environment.