PROGRAMME OF THE 38TH BLED ECONFERENCE

EMPOWERING TRANSFORMATION: SHAPING DIGITAL FUTURES FOR ALL

*THE CONFERENCE PROGRAMME WILL TAKE PLACE LIVE IN HOTEL ASTORIA IN BLED.

*Please keep in mind that we will add the missing information.

SUNDAY, 8. 06. 2025

10:00 – 17:00

Research for Impact in Digital Innovation

 Co-chairs: Pascal Ravesteijn, Jurgen Jung, Guido Ongena
 Hall: III

14:00 – 17:00

Doctoral Consortium

 Co-chairs: Roger Bons, Johan Versendaal, Nilmini Wickramasinghe, Doug Vogel
 Hall: I

18:00 – 19:00

19:00

Reception and Dinner

Location: Hotel Astoria Ground Floor

Research for Impact in Digital Innovation

Co-Chairs: Pascal Ravesteijn, Jurgen Jung, Guido Ongena
Time: Sunday, 8. 6. / 10:00 – 17:00
Hall: III

10:00   Welcome by the Organizers and Introduction

Pascal Ravesteijn, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Jurgen Jung, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Guido Ongena, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Cultural change in science at universities
Henderik Alex Proper,
TU Wien, Austria

11:00   First Experiences with a Professional Doctorate

Guido Ongena, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

11:30   Break

11:45  

Exploring Reflective Data-Driven Decision-Making through Simulation Pedagogy and Digital Environments
Satu Aksovaara, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Hannu Haapala, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Minna Silvennoinen, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland

Graduates’ Future Skills for Impact in Enterprise Architecture
Jurgen Jung, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Germany

12:45    Lunch (For RIDI participants)

13:30   

B-COM Behaviour Model to Realize Impact with Research
Mats Belgers, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

Using LLMs in Analyzing Code of Conducts for Bridging the Gap in a Legal Vacuum
Theo Theunissen, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

14:30    Break

14:30    Workshop: Digital4Sustainability

Anand Sheombar, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Tara Vester, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

16:00    Wrap-up and Summary

Pascal Ravesteijn, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Guido Ongena, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Jurgen Jung, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Germany

16:30    Networking

Doctoral Consortium

Co-Chairs: Roger Bons, Johan Versendaal, Nilmini Wickramasinghe, Doug Vogel
Time: Sunday, 8. 6. / 14:00 – 17:00
Hall: I

Welcome and General Feedback | 14:00 – 14:30

Roger Bons, Open University, Netherlands
Johan Versendaal, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht and Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Nilmini Wickramasinghe,
La Trobe University, Australia
Doug Vogel, Harbin Institute of Technology, China

Breakout Sessions – Doctoral Consortium – Parallel Session I | 14:30 – 15:30 | Hall I

Co-Chairs: Doug Vogel, Nilmini Wickramasinghe

Presenters:

Enhancing AI Adoption in European SMEs: A Reference Model for Secure and Ethical Integration
Marius Goebel, Open University Heerlen, Netherlands

Organizing for Cyber Resilience: Balancing Resilience Paradigms for Sustainable IT Business Value
Ziggy Van Giel
, University of Antwerp, Belgium

 

Breakout Sessions – Doctoral Consortium – Parallel Session II | 14:30 – 15:30 | Hall II

Co-Chairs: Roger Bons, Johan Versendaal

Presenters:

The Journey to Sustainable Digital Business Models: Embedding Twin Transformation for Long-Term Survival
Tara Vester, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

Acceptance and Development of Beyond Banking Ecosystems
Sebastian Voigt, FOM University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Alexander Holland, FOM University of Applied Sciences, Germany

Break | 15:30 – 16:00

Breakout Sessions – Doctoral Consortium – Parallel Session I | 16:00 – 16:30 | Hall I

Co-Chairs: Doug Vogel, China, Roger Bons

Presenters:

Safeguarding Public Values by Design: A Socio-Technical Approach to Digital Twins in Regional Spatial Planning Under the Environmental Planning Act
John van Meerten, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

 

Breakout Sessions – Doctoral Consortium – Parallel Session II | 16:00 – 16:30 | Hall II

Co-Chairs: Nilmini Wickramasinghe, Johan Versendaal

Presenters:

BETTER TOGETHER: Conditions for Sustainable Innovation Aimed at Improving Quality of Care in Health Delivery Organizations
Tara Vester, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

 

Closing Plenary Session – Recap of Lessons Learned | 16:30 – 17:00 | Hall I

Program Committee Meeting

Time: Sunday, 8. 6. / 18:00 – 19:00
Hall: II

Reception and Dinner

Time: Sunday, 8. 6. / 19:00
Hall: Hotel Astoria Ground Floor

MONDAY, 9. 06. 2025

9:00 – 10:30

Opening Plenary Session, Keynotes, Awards

 Co-Chairs: Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar, Andreja Pucihar
 Hall: I

10:30 – 11:00

Coffee Break

Location: Hotel Astoria

11:00 – 12:30

Research Track: Digital Health 1

 Chair: Nilmini Wickramasinghe
 Hall: III

12:30 – 14:00

Lunch Break

 Location: Hotel Astoria

14:00 – 15:30

Research Tracks: Digital Transformation of the Public Sector and Smart Sustainable Cities

Digital Transformation of the Public Sector Co-chairs: Tina Jukić, Guido Ongena, Art Alishani
Smart and Sustainable Cities Co-chairs: Hans-Dieter Zimmermann, Pascal Ravesteijn, Matthias Baldauf
Hall: I

14:00 – 15:30

Research Track: Digital Health 2

 Chair: Nilmini Wickramasinghe
 Hall: II

16:00 – 17:30

Research Tracks: Digital Ethics and Twin Transition / Digital for Sustainability

 Digital Ethics Co-chairs: Roger Bons, Johan Versendaal, Koen Smit
Twin Transition / Digital for Sustainability Co-chairs: Anand Sheombar, Tara Vester
 Hall: I

19:00 –

Social Event: Slovenian Evening at Bled house

Location: Bled House – 10 minutes walking distance

Opening Plenary Session

Bled eConference Co-Chairs: Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar, Andreja Pucihar
Time: Monday, 9. 6. / 9:00 – 10:30
Hall: I

Welcome Addresses:

Zdravko Kačič, Professor & Rector, University of Maribor, Slovenia
Polona Šprajc, Professor & Dean of Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Maribor, Slovenia

Keynote Speakers:

Digital Humanism: Lost in Translation
Simon Delakorda, Executive director at the Institute for Electronic Participation, Head of advocacy at the National network of non-governmental organizations for an inclusive information society, Slovenia

Towards Architectural Coordination for Digital Twins
Henderik A. Proper, Professor in Enterprise and Process Engineering, Business Informatics Group, TU Wien, Austria

Research Track Chair Report

Koen Smit, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Outstanding Paper and Outstanding Reviewer Award

Roger Bons, Open University, Netherlands

Plenary Panel: European Data Spaces – Building a Fair and Inclusive Data-Driven Society and Economy

Chair: Matevž Pesek
Time: Monday, 9. 6. / 11:00 – 12:30
Hall: I

TBD

Research Track: Digital Health 1

Chair: Nilmini Wickramasinghe
Time: Monday, 9. 6. / 11:00 – 12:30
Hall: III

Explainable Digital Twins of Patients: Towards Precision and Personalisation through Cohort Matching
Nilmini Wickramasinghe, La Trobe University, Australia
Nalika Ulapane, La Trobe University, Australia

Analyzing the Determinants of Healthcare Technology Adoption Using the Task-Technology Fit (TTF) Model: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Wahala Thanthrige Ayesha Nilashini, La Trobe University, Australia
Nilmini Wickramasinghe, La Trobe University, Australia

“Rage Against the Machine?”: The Impact of Clinical Decision Support Systems on Hospital Nursing Decision-Making, Workflow Efficiency, and Patient Outcomes: A Rapid Review
Matthijs Berkhout, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Astrid van Barneveld, Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology, Netherlands
Koen Smit, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Thijs van Houwelingen, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Research Track: Digital Transformation of the Public Sector and Smart Sustainable Cities

Digital Transformation of the Public Sector Co-chairs: Tina Jukić, Guido Ongena, Art Alishani
Smart and Sustainable Cities Co-chairs: Hans-Dieter Zimmermann, Pascal Ravesteijn, Matthias Baldauf
Time: Monday, 9. 6. / 14:00 – 15:30
Hall: I

The Cost-Benefit Analysis of Digital Timestamping in Maritime Logistics: The Case Of Aikatieto
Jukka Heikkilä, University of Turku, Finland
Marikka Heikkilä, University of Turku, Finland
Manju Kc Deuja, University of Turku, Finland 

Exploring the Maturity of Smart Public Governance: Evidence from Two Policy Sectors in Slovenia
Petra Vujković, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
Tina Jukić, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia

Energy Behavior and Smart Home Systems: A Bibliometric Analysis
Xiao Peng, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Xiuzhu Zang, China University of Mining and Technology, China
Mengqiu Deng, Zhejiang University, China

Research Track: Digital Health 2

Chair: Nilmini Wickramasinghe
Time: Monday, 9. 6. / 14:00 – 15:30
Hall: II

Barriers to the Adoption of Digital Health Solutions Among Type 2 Diabetic Patients During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Wahala Thanthrige Ayesha Nilashini, La Trobe University, Australia
Thu Ha Dang, La Trobe University, Australia
Nilmini Wickramasinghe, La Trobe University, Australia

Advanced RAG-LLM prototype AI on PubMed for Cardiac Health
Luuk Simons, Delft University, Netherlands
Pradeep Murukannaiah, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands
Budi Han, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands
Mark Neerincx, TNO, Netherlands

Virtual Care Centers and the Evolving Role of Nurses
Henk Sonneveld, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Apphia Tan, National Cancer Centre, Singapore
Jobbe Leenen, Connected Care Center, Netherlands
Thijs Van Houwelingen, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Research Track: Digital Ethics and Twin Transition / Digital for Sustainability

Digital Ethics Co-chairs: Roger Bons, Johan Versendaal, Koen Smit
Twin Transition / Digital for Sustainability Co-chairs: Anand Sheombar, Tara Vester
Time: Monday, 9. 6. / 16:00 – 17:30
Hall: I

Developing a Value Sensitive VR Learning Environment Fostering Professionals’ Communication Skills
Olivier Van der Molen, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Emanuel Van Dongen, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Stan Van Ginkel, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Preventing Unauthorized Use of Personal Data in Ghostbots Post-Mortem: An Access and Authorization Model for Digital Wills
Jasmin Bödecker, University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Jürgen Karla, University of Applied Sciences, Germany

Data-Driven Ecosystem Business Models in Agriculture with Focus on Sustainability: A Systematic Literature Review
Shahin Rezvanian, University of St. Gallen, Switzerland

Building Green Generative AI: An Ecosystem-Wide Approach to Environmental Sustainability
Fabian Helms, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Kay Hönemann, TU Dortmund University, Germany
Manuel Wiesche, TU Dortmund University, Germany

Social Event: Slovenian Evening at Bled House

Time: Monday, 9. 6. / 19:00 –
Location: Bled House – 10 minutes walking distance

TUESDAY, 10. 06. 2025

9:00 – 10:30

Research Track: AI & Data Science 1

 Co-Chairs: Uroš Rajkovič, Domen Mongus
 Hall: I

9:00 – 10:30

General Research Track: Empowering Transformation – Shaping Digital Futures for All 1

 Co-Chairs: Andreja Pucihar, Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar
 Hall: II

10:30 – 11:00

Coffee Break

 Location: Hotel Astoria

10:30 – 12:30

11:00 – 12:30

Research Track: AI & Data Science 2

 Co-chairs: Uroš Rajkovič, Domen Mongus
 Hall: I

11:00 – 12:30

Research Track: Research in Progress 1

 Co-chairs: Anand Sheombar, Venkata Marella
 Hall: II

12:30 – 14:00

Lunch Break

 Location: Hotel Astoria

14:00 – 15:30

Research Track: AI & Data Science 3

 Co-chairs: Uroš Rajkovič, Domen Mongus
Hall: I

14:00 – 15:30

Research Track: Digital Education

 Co-chairs: Stan van Ginkel, Matt Glowatz, Esther van der Stappen
 Hall: II

14:00 – 16:00

16:00 – 17:30

Students Bazaar

 Co-chairs: Nerko Hadziarapovic, Pascal Ravesteijn, Koen Smit, Marijn Plomp
 Hall: I, II

19:00 –

Evening Reception and Dinner

 Location: Hotel Astoria, Bled

Research Track: AI & Data Science 1

Co-chairs: Uroš Rajkovič, Domen Mongus
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 9:00 – 10:30
Hall: I

Aligning Chatbot Features with Industry Needs: A Comparative Study of User Expectations in Utilitarian and Hedonic Sectors for SMEs
Denys Bespalko, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Margot Neggers, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Jason van Hamond, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Alinda Kokkinou, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

LLM Pipeline for Mapping Heterogeneous Data: A Case Study in Food Classification
Kevin Nils Röhl, University of Applied sciences, Germany
Rainer Alt, Leipzig University, Germany
Jan Wirsam, University of Applied sciences, Germany

Business Benefits and Customer Perceptions in Customer Service Chatbots
Jason van Hamond, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Denys Bespalko, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Margot Neggers, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Alinda Kokkinou, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

*Value Co-Creation Through Digitalisation: From a Micro-Level to a Meso-Level Approach
Yiran Chen Zhou, Åbo Akademi University, Finland
Anastasia Tsvetkova, Åbo Akademi University, Finland


* Paper will be presented online.

General Research Track: Empowering Transformation – Shaping Digital Futures for All 1

Co-chairs: Andreja Pucihar, Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 9:00 – 10:30
Hall: II

Towards a Unified Taxonomy for Digital Assistant Technologies: Addressing the Jingle-Jangle Fallacies
Niklas Preiß, Sheffield Hallam University, Germany
Markus Westner, Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Regensburg, Germany

Generational Research on Technology Acceptance and Use: What’s Popular Isn’t Always Right
Anna Sell, Linnaeus University, Sweden
Markus Makkonen, Tampere University, Finland
Pirkko Walden, Institute for Advanced Management Systems Research and Åbo Akademi University, Finland

Digitalization Meets Circular Economy
Hans-Dieter Zimmermann, Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences, Campus St. Gallen, Switzerland

Better Together: Conditions for Sustainable Innovation Aimed at Improving Quality of Care in Health Delivery Organizations
Pieter Kievit, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Roger Bons, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Nadine Roijakkers, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands

Workshop: Strengthening the Ecosystem for Sustainable Student Mobility (SuMoS)

Moderator: Alenka Baggia
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 10:30 – 12:00
Hall: III

The SuMoS Project – Strengthening the Ecosystem for Sustainable Student Mobility, co-funded by the Erasmus+ program (KA220-HED – Partnerships for Cooperation in Higher Education), aims to enhance the institutional framework for strategic, structured, and sustainable collaboration between higher education institutions in the field of student mobility. This will be achieved through the development and purposeful use of green practices, digital tools, and curriculum comparison approaches.

Workshop Agenda:

10:30   Registration, welcome and introduction

10:45   Institutional Student Mobility Ecosystem (ISME) presentation and discussion

11:15   Student motivation & barriers – survey results and discussion

11:45   Conclusions – SWOT analysis

 

Research Track: AI & Data Science 2

Co-chairs: Uroš Rajkovič, Domen Mongus
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 11:00 – 12:30
Hall: I

Towards the Automatic Extraction of Decision Model & Notation From Dutch Legal Text
Annemae van de Hoef, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Sam Leewis, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Koen Smit, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

From Simple Sandbox Process to Regulatory Sandbox Framework: Serving the Dual Objectives of AI Regulation
Jukka Heikkilä, University of Turku, Finland
Altti Lagstedt, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Science, Finland
Seppo Heikura, University of Turku, Finland
Eeva Kaakkurivaara, University of Turku, Finland
Anastasiia Dardykina, University of Vaasa, Finland
Alice Teilhard de Chardin, ALLAI, Netherlands

*Advancements in News Recommendation Systems: The Role and Impact of Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models
Ceyhun Kazanç, Boğaziçi University, Turkey
Nazım Taşkın, Boğaziçi University, Turkey


* Paper will be presented online.

Research Track: Research in Progress 1

Co-chairs: Anand Sheombar, Venkata Marella
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 11:00 – 12:30
Hall: II

A systematic Approach to Define Digital Well-being at Work
Nadia Bij de Vaate, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Dian de Vries, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Machiel Bouwmans, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Using Digital Twin Technology for Developing a Healthy and Sustainable Living Environment: A Dutch Case Study
Serhat Çaliskan, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Sam Leewis, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Koen Smit, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Exploring the Relationship Between Personal Values and Perceived Obsolescence of High-Tech Products
Mehmet Cem Bölen, Ataturk University, Turkey
Burak Borulu, Ataturk University, Turkey
Fulya Acikgoz, University of Sussex, United Kingdom

Research Track: AI & Data Science 3

Co-chairs: Uroš Rajkovič, Domen Mongus
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 14:00 – 15:30
Hall: I

Digitalization as a Catalyst for Resilience in the Hospitality Sector
Alinda Kokkinou, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Michel Altan, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Abdon Dantas, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Ondrej Mitas, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands 

Using video Segmentation for Unsupervised Industrial Optical Production Control – Case Study for the SmartFactory@OST
Valmir Bekiri, OST – Easternswitzerland University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland
Stefan Stöckler, OST – Easternswitzerland University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland

Assessing the Impact of Chatbots on Customer Service Efficiency: A Comparative Study with Human Agents
Fatima Bilal, Åbo Akademi University, Finland
Jozsef Mezei, Åbo Akademi University, Finland
Bad Re Alam, Åbo Akademi University, Finland

Research Track: Digital Education

Co-chairs: Stan van Ginkel, Matt Glowatz, Esther van der Stappen
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 14:00 – 15:30
Hall: II

Technological Frames and Learning Experiences: Students’ Interpretations of Rule-based Chatbots in Higher Education
Merja Alanko-Turunen, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Olli-Jaakko Kupiainen, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Mari Raaska, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland

Students’ Usage of GenAI in Universities of Applied Sciences: Experiences and Development Needs for Guidance and Support
Minna Silvennoinen, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Satu Aksovaara, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Merja Alanko-Turunen, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland

AI’s Role in Collaborative Learning Settings in Higher Education – A Systematic Review
Henna Pernu, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Sanna Paananen, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Satu Aksovaara, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Minna Silvennoinen, Jamk University of Applied Sciences, Finland

ForeDanube – Dissemination and Networking Stakeholder Event

Chair: Tomaž Kern
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 14:00 – 16:00
Hall: III

14:00 – 15:00      Arrival of participants and registration

15:00 – 16:00      Meeting of ForeDanube Partners (LP & PPs only)

16:00 – 18:00      Social Programme

19.00 (TBA)         Welcome and Matching Dinner (in the framework of the 38th Bled eConference)

 

Students Bazaar

Co-chairs: Nerko Hadziarapovic, Pascal Ravesteijn, Koen Smit, Marijn Plomp
Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 16:00 – 17:30
Hall: I, II

Presenters:

BOB-Game
Mats Braster, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Serhat Çaliskan, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands
Olaf Buvelot, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Netherlands

Jumiclusion – Application for Better Employment Rates of Persons with Special Needs in Slovenia
Tamara Belec, University of Maribor, Slovenia 

QLAP – Quick Layered Annual Periodization
Luka Lah, University of Maribor, Slovenia

Evening Reception and Dinner

Time: Tuesday, 10. 6. / 19:00 –
Location: Hotel Astoria, Bled

WEDNESDAY, 11. 06. 2025

9:00 – 10:30

Research Track: Restructured Work and Future Work via Digital Transformation and Decision Analytics for Business and Societal Challenges

 Restructured work and Future Work via Digital Transformation Co-chairs:Axel Minten, Xander Lub
 Decision analytics for Business and Societal Challenges Co-chairs:Christer Carlsson, Doug Vogel
 Hall: I

9:00 – 10:30

General Research Track: Empowering Transformation – Shaping Digital Futures for All 2

 Co-chairs: Andreja Pucihar, Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar
 Hall: II

10:30 – 11:00

Coffee Break

 Location: Hotel Astoria

11:00 – 12:30

Research Track: Business Models and Digital consumer

 Business Models Co-chairs: Andreja Pucihar, Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar
Digital Consumer Co-chairs: Helen Cripps, Hans-Dieter Zimmermann, Marjeta Marolt
 Hall: I

11:00 – 12:30

Research Track: Research in Progress 2

 Co-chairs: Anand Sheombar, Venkata Marella
Hall: II

12:30 – 14:00

Lunch Break

 Location: Hotel Astoria

Research Track: Restructured Work and Future Work via Digital Transformation and Decision Analytics for Business and Societal Challenges

Restructured work and Future Work via Digital Transformation Co-chairs: Axel Minten, Xander Lub
Decision analytics for Business and Societal Challenges Co-chairs: Christer Carlsson, Doug Vogel
Time: Wednesday, 11. 6. / 9:00 – 10:30
Hall: I

Breaking the ICE? Examining the Cognitive, Social, and Psychological Determinants of User Resistance to Electric Non-road Work Vehicle Adoption
Henri Jalo, Tampere University, Finland
Marko Seppänen, Tampere University, Finland

“Dear applicant, the AI will see you now!” Job Applicants’ Reactions to AI-enhanced Selection
Floris Verheijen, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Xander Lub, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Ran Zhang, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

The Construction of Soft Skills Scale in the IT Sector
Orkun Yildiz, Izmir Democracy University, Turkey
Tugba Elif Toprak-Yildiz, Izmir Democracy University, Turkey

Framing Knowledge: Enhancing Communication Strategies in the Dutch Second-hand Clothing Industry
Mats Belgers, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Marja Exalto-Sijbrands, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Michèlle Bal, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Pascal Ravesteijn, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

General Research Track: Empowering Transformation – Shaping Digital Futures for All 2

Co-chairs: Andreja Pucihar, Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar
Time: Wednesday, 11. 6. / 9:00 – 10:30
Hall: II

Where Is Emotion? Comparing Emotion Mapping Technologies
Ondrej Mitas, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Tamara Surla, University of Novi Sad, Serbia
Ben Wielenga, NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Jelena Farkić, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Peter Ward, Brigham Young University, United States of America
Alinda Kokkinou Mitas, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Sandy Thomas, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands 

An Analysis of Scientific Requirements on Artificial Intelligence Governance
Marius Goebel, Open University Heerlen, Netherlands
Roger Bons, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Ruediger Buchkremer, FOM University of Applied Sciences, Germany

Bridging Cyber Resilience and IT Business Value: A Longitudinal Bibliometric Analysis
Ziggy Van Giel, University of Antwerp, Belgium
Anant Joshi, University of Maastricht, Netherlands
Tim Huygh, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Steven De Haes, University of Antwerp, Belgium

*Developing DigiWish: The Co-creation of a Visual Strengths-based Training Tool for Digital Skills
Dian de Vries, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Anders Kropveld, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Yurrian Rozenberg, YURR.Studio, Netherlands
Jannie Guo, YURR.Studio, Netherlands

*Bridging the Digital Divide for Older Adults: An Investigation of Barriers and Facilitators
Milena Head, McMaster University, Canada
Khaled Hassanein, McMaster University, Canada


* Paper will be presented online.

ForeDanube – Foresight for Danube Region’s Future-Oriented Competitive

Chair: Tomaž Kern
Time: Wednesday, 11. 6. / 9:30 – 17:00
Hall: III

9.30 – 10:00     Registration of late Arrivals

10:00 – 10:30   Welcome Addresses

Polona Šprajc, Dean of the Faculty of Organizational Sciences
Tomaž Kern, University of Maribor, Faculty of Organizational Sciences, hosting coordinator
Miroslav Vesković, coordinator at University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences
Jonathan Loeffler, executive director Steinbeis 2i

10:30 – 11:00     Opening Speech

Artificial Intelligence and Foresight!
Bojan Cestnik, University of Nova Gorica, Slovenia

11:00 – 11:15     Break

11:15 – 12:15     Perceptions and Expectations towards Foresight in the Danube Region

Moderated by Tomaž Kern

Outcomes of the Foresight Questionnaire
Janja Jerebic, Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Maribor
Alenka Brezavšček, Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Maribor

Foresight in the Context of the Danube Region Strategy
Miroslav Vesković, Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad

Concept of the Future Study Programme on Foresight
Dušan Mežnar, University of Maribor, Slovenia

12:15 – 14:00     Lunch Break

14:00 – 15:00     Opportunities for Support for Foresight Activities in the Danube Region

Moderated by Miroslav Vesković

A Foresight for a Time of Crisis!
Iztok Podbregar, Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Maribor

Danube Transfer Centre as Foresight Network Fostering Competitiveness of the Danube Region
Jonathan Loeffler, Steinbeis Europa Zentrum, Germany

Draft Work Plan for Foresight Development in the Danube region
Milan Martinov, University of Novi Sad, Serbia

EU Calls for Co-financing of Foresight Activities
Tania Cimesa, Steinbeis Europa Zentrum, Germany

15:00 – 16:30     Discussion/Takeaways and Conclusions

Moderated by Mladen Kraljić, UM

Networking Meeting/Brainstorming Session

16:30 – 17:00     Final Meeting of ForeDanube Partners (LP & PPs only)

 

Research Track: Business Models and Digital Consumer

Business Models Co-chairs: Andreja Pucihar, Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar
Digital Consumer Co-chairs: Helen Cripps, Hans-Dieter Zimmermann, Marjeta Marolt
Time: Wednesday, 11. 6. / 11:00 – 12:30
Hall: I

AI-Based Business Model Innovation: A ChatGPT Integration Approach
Florian Bongard, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Germany
Jürgen Moormann, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Germany

Shaping Participation: How Digital Platform Design Influences User Participation
Gabriel März, University of Turku, Finland          

Green(Ing) of Transport Chains: Implications to Business Models
Marikka Heikkilä, University of Turku, Finland
Kristel Edelman, University of Turku, Finland
Riikka Franzén, University of Turku, Finland

Causal Effects of Addressing and PSI on Compliance with a Social Media Influencer’s Recommendations
Jussi Nyrhinen, Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology, Finland
Eero Rantala, Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology, Finland
Jesse Tuominen, Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics, Finland
Terhi-Anna Wilska, University of Jyväskylä, Finland
Markus Makkonen, Tampere University, Finland
Lauri Frank, University of Jyväskylä, Finland

Research Track: Research in Progress 2

Co-chairs: Anand Sheombar, Venkata Marella
Time: Wednesday, 11. 6. / 11:00 – 12:30
Hall: II

Green IS – External pressures and IS executives
Tobias Hassmann, Munich Business School, Germany

Towards Understanding Cognitive Biases in Cybersecurity Governance
Gulet Barre, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Tim Huygh, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Dhin Khoi Nguyen, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Arno Nuijten, Open University of the Netherlands, Netherlands

Exploring the Feasibility of Generative AI in Enhancing the Identification of Spatial and Regulatory Opportunities Using Urban Digital Twins
Rob Peters, Province of Utrecht, Netherland
Fabian Kok, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
John van Meerten, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
Koen Smit, HU University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands