Advances in Business Information Systems and Analytics (ABISA): 112 Volumes

Series Editor(s): Madjid Tavana (La Salle University, USA)

ISSN: 2327-3275|EISSN: 2327-3283

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The successful development and management of information systems and business analytics is crucial to the success of an organization. New technological developments and methods for data analysis have allowed organizations to not only improve their processes and allow for greater productivity, but have also provided businesses with a venue through which to cut costs, plan for the future, and maintain competitive advantage in the information age.

The Advances in Business Information Systems and Analytics (ABISA) Book Series aims to present diverse and timely research in the development, deployment, and management of business information systems and business analytics for continued organizational development and improved business value.

Topics Covered

Algorithms
Big Data
Business Decision Making
Business Information Security
Business Intelligence
Business models
Business Process Management
Business Systems Engineering
Data Analytics
Data Governance
Data Management
Data Strategy
Decision Support Systems
Forecasting
Geo-BIS
Information Logistics
Legal information systems
Management Information Systems
Performance Metrics
Statistics
Strategic Information Systems

Titles in Series

Digital Twin Technology and AI Implementations in Future-Focused Businesses

Sivaram Ponnusamy (G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering, Nagpur, India), Mansour Assaf (University of the South Pacific, Fiji), Jilali Antari (Ibn Zohr Agadir University, Morocco), Satyanand Singh (Fiji National University, Nasinu, Fiji), Swaminathan Kalyanaraman (University College of Engineering Pattukkottai, India)

In the modern and data-driven business landscape, organizations face an increasingly complex challenge: how to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and...

Data-Driven Business Intelligence Systems for Socio-Technical Organizations

Pantea Keikhosrokiani (University of Oulu, Finland)

The convergence of modern technology and social dynamics have shaped the very fabric of today’s organizations, making the role of Business Intelligence (BI) profound...

AI and Data Analytics Applications in Organizational Management

Tereza Raquel Merlo (University of North Texas, USA)

Within information sciences and organizational management, a pressing challenge emerges; How can we harness the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI)...

Information Logistics for Organizational Empowerment and Effective Supply Chain Management

Hamed Nozari (Department of Management, Azad University of the Emirates, Dubai)

Information Logistics for Organizational Empowerment and Effective Supply Chain Management delves into the profound impact of information technology on modern busine...

Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) Methods for Maximizing Efficiency

Adeyemi Abel Ajibesin (American University of Nigeria), Narasimha Rao Vajjhala (University of New York Tirana, Albania)

In today's highly competitive and rapidly evolving global landscape, the quest for efficiency has become a crucial factor in determining the success of organizat...

Big Data Analytics Techniques for Market Intelligence

Dina Darwish (Ahram Canadian University, Egypt)

The ever-expanding realm of Big Data poses a formidable challenge for academic scholars and professionals due to the sheer magnitude and diversity of data types, alo...

Data-Driven Decision Making for Long-Term Business Success

Sonia Singh (Toss Global Management, UAE), S. Suman Rajest (Dhaanish Ahmed College of Engineering, India), Slim Hadoussa (Brest Business School, France), Ahmed J. Obaid (University of Kufa, Iraq), R. Regin (SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, India)

In today's academic environment, the challenge of ensuring lasting commercial and economic success for organizations has become more daunting than ever before. T...

Leveraging ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence for Effective Customer Engagement

Rohit Bansal (Department of Management Studies, Vaish College of Engineering, Rohtak, India), Abdul Hafaz Ngah (Faculty of Business Economics and Social Development Universiti Malaysia Terenganu, Malaysia), Aziza Chakir (FSJES AC, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco), Nishita Pruthi (Maharshi Dayanand University, India)

Academic scholars find themselves confronted with a formidable challenge: staying abreast of the ever-evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence(AI). The intricat...

Intersecting Environmental Social Governance and AI for Business Sustainability

Cristina Raluca Gh. Popescu (University of Bucharest, Romania & The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania & The National Institute for Research and Development in Environmental Protection, Romania & INCDPM, Bucharest, Romania & National Research and Development Institute for Gas Turbines (COMOTI), Bucharest, Romania), Poshan Yu (Soochow University, China & Australian Studies Centre, Shanghai University, China)

As the interplay of environmental, social, and governance factors becomes increasingly crucial, the global business landscape faces a monumental challenge. Climate c...

Leveraging AI and Emotional Intelligence in Contemporary Business Organizations

Dipanker Sharma (Central University of Himachal Pradesh, India), Bhawana Bhardwaj (Central University of Himachal Pradesh, India), Mohinder Chand Dhiman (Central University of Himachal Pradesh, India)

Organizations are facing an array of complex challenges that demand innovative solutions. From managing a diverse workforce and harnessing the power of data analytic...

Data-Driven Intelligent Business Sustainability

Data-driven decision making is crucial for ensuring the long-term sustainability of businesses and economic growth. While rapid technological advancements have enabl...

Advancement in Business Analytics Tools for Higher Financial Performance

Reza Gharoie Ahangar (Lewis University, USA), Mark Napier (Lewis University, USA)

The relentless growth of data in financial markets has boosted the demand for more advanced analytical tools to facilitate and improve financial planning. The abilit...

Cases on Enhancing Business Sustainability Through Knowledge Management Systems

Meir Russ (University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, USA & Stellenbosch University, South Africa)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a reality for pioneering organizations while they are facing complex and multifaceted aspects of business sustainability wit...

Streamlining Organizational Processes Through AI, IoT, Blockchain, and Virtual Environments

Marisol Hernández Hernández (Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México, Mexico)

In today's rapidly evolving technological and economic landscape, organizations face the crucial problem of how to optimize their production processes and servic...

Data-Driven Approaches for Effective Managerial Decision Making

Anubha (Jaipuria Institute of Management, Ghaziabad, India), Himanshu Sharma (IILM Institute for Higher Education, New Delhi, India)

In today’s competitive market, a manager must be able to look at data, understand it, analyze it, and then interpret it to design a smart business strategy. Big data...

Handbook of Research on AI and Machine Learning Applications in Customer Support and Analytics

Md Shamim Hossain (Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University, Bangladesh), Ree Chan Ho (Taylor's University, Malaysia), Goran Trajkovski (Western Governors University, USA)

In the modern data-driven era, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies that allow a computer to mimic intelligent human behavior are esse...

Building Secure Business Models Through Blockchain Technology: Tactics, Methods, Limitations, and Performance

Shweta Dewangan (ICFAI University, Raipur, India), Sapna Singh Kshatri (Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Professional Management and Technology, India), Astha Bhanot (Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Saudi Arabia), Mushtaq Ahmed Shah (Lovely Professional University, India)

Blockchain technology provided a buzz-seeking opportunity for all industries to implement improved corporate procedures and trust-building. Still, some industries, s...

Enhancing Business Communications and Collaboration Through Data Science Applications

Nuno Geada (ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon, Portugal), George Leal Jamil (Informações em Rede Consultoria e Treinamento, Brazil)

Digital evolution has become increasingly present in our lives, whether on cellphones, computers, watches, or other appliances. As a result of the wide access we hav...

Revolutionizing Business Practices Through Artificial Intelligence and Data-Rich Environments

Manisha Gupta (Sharda University, India), Deergha Sharma (The NorthCap University, India), Himani Gupta (Jagannath International Management School, India)

Throughout the world, artificial intelligence is reshaping businesses, trade interfaces, economic activities, and society as a whole. In recent years, scholarly rese...

AI-Driven Intelligent Models for Business Excellence

Samala Nagaraj (Woxsen University, India), Korupalli V. Rajesh Kumar (Woxsen University, India)

As digital technology continues to revolutionize the world, businesses are also evolving by adopting digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital ma...

Handbook of Research on Foundations and Applications of Intelligent Business Analytics

Zhaohao Sun (Papua New Guinea University of Technology, Papua New Guinea), Zhiyou Wu (Chongqing Normal University, China)

Intelligent business analytics is an emerging technology that has become a mainstream market adopted broadly across industries, organizations, and geographic regions...

Utilizing Blockchain Technologies in Manufacturing and Logistics Management

S. B. Goyal (City University, Malaysia), Nijalingappa Pradeep (Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology, India), Piyush Kumar Shukla (University Institute of Technology RGPV, India), Mangesh M. Ghonge (Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre, India), Renjith V. Ravi (MEA Engineering College, India)

Blockchain technology has the potential to utterly transform supply chains, streamline processes, and improve the whole of security. Manufacturers across the globe f...

Achieving Organizational Agility, Intelligence, and Resilience Through Information Systems

Hakikur Rahman (Ansted University Sustainability Research Institute, Malaysia)

As technology continues to be a ubiquitous force that propels businesses to success, it is imperative that updated studies are continuously undertaken to ensure that...

Handbook of Research on Applied Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in Business and Industry

Valentina Chkoniya (University of Aveiro, Portugal)

The contemporary world lives on the data produced at an unprecedented speed through social networks and the internet of things (IoT). Data has been called the new gl...

Using Strategy Analytics to Measure Corporate Performance and Business Value Creation

Sandeep Kautish (Lord Buddha Education Foundation, Nepal)

Strategic analytics is a relatively new field in conjunction with strategic management and business intelligence. Generally, the strategic management field deals wit...

Adapting and Mitigating Environmental, Social, and Governance Risk in Business

Magdalena Ziolo (University of Szczecin, Poland)

Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) risk considers the nonfinancial risks that could arise in a business, such as sustainability, brand reputation,...

Innovative and Agile Contracting for Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0

Mohammad Ali Shalan (Aqarat Real Estate Development Company, Saudi Arabia), Mohammed Ayedh Algarni (Information and Documents Center, Institute of Public Administration, Saudi Arabia)

Digital transformation is reshaping the business arena as new, successful digital business models are increasing agility and presenting better ways to handle busines...

Opportunities and Strategic Use of Agribusiness Information Systems

Ferdinand Ndifor Che (W3-Research, USA & APPC Research, Australia), Kenneth David Strang (W3-Research, USA & APPC Research, Australia), Narasimha Rao Vajjhala (University of New York Tirana, Albania)

Due to such factors as poor economic conditions, climate change, and conflict, food security remains an issue around the world and especially in developing nations....

Integration Challenges for Analytics, Business Intelligence, and Data Mining

Ana Azevedo (CEOS.PP, ISCAP, Polytechnic of Porto, Portugal), Manuel Filipe Santos (Algoritmi Centre, University of Minho, Guimarães, Portugal)

As technology continues to advance, it is critical for businesses to implement systems that can support the transformation of data into information that is crucial f...

Managing Business in the Civil Construction Sector Through Information Communication Technologies

Bithal Das Mundhra (Simplex Infrastructures Ltd, India), Rajesh Bose (Simplex Infrastructures Ltd, India)

Many industries have struggled to realize the importance of modern technology, but none more so than the construction industry. By employing various computer-aided m...

Handbook of Research on User Experience in Web 2.0 Technologies and Its Impact on Universities and Businesses

Jean-Éric Pelet (ESCE International Business School, INSEEC U Research Center, Paris, France)

As various areas of discipline continue to progress into the digital age, diverse modes of technology are being experimented with and ultimately implemented into com...

Empowering Businesses With Collaborative Enterprise Architecture Frameworks

Tiko Iyamu (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)

Increasingly, organizations allocate a substantial financial budget to the acquisition, implementation, and management of IT solutions. IT solutions are employed str...

Natural Language Processing for Global and Local Business

Fatih Pinarbasi (Istanbul Medipol University, Turkey), M. Nurdan Taskiran (Istanbul Medipol University, Turkey)

The concept of natural language processing has become one of the preferred methods to better understand consumers, especially in recent years when digital technologi...

Handbook of Research on Integrating Industry 4.0 in Business and Manufacturing

Isak Karabegović (Academy of Sciences and Arts of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Ahmed Kovačević (City, University London, UK), Lejla Banjanović-Mehmedović (University of Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Predrag Dašić (High Technical Mechanical School of Professional Studies in Trstenik, Serbia)

In Industry 4.0, industrial productions are adjusted to complete smart automation, which means introducing self-automation methods, self-configuration, self-diagnosi...

Internet of Things (IoT) Applications for Enterprise Productivity

Erdinç Koç (Bingol University, Turkey)

Development in information and communication technologies has led to the advancement of business and enabled enterprises to produce on a global scale. Productivity i...

Trends and Issues in International Planning for Businesses

Babayemi Adekunle (Arden University, UK), Husam Helmi Alharahsheh (University of Wales Trinity Saint David, UK), Abraham Pius (Arden University, UK)

Small and medium-sized businesses hoping to enter the international business realm have multiple internal and external challenges to overcome before they can expand....

Role of Regional Development Agencies in Entrepreneurial and Rural Development: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Milan B. Vemić (Union – Nikola Tesla University, Serbia)

Investors are instrumental in the development of new businesses and can be a key component of future success. However, for business ventures outside the general urba...

Using Applied Mathematical Models for Business Transformation

Antoine Trad (IBISTM, France), Damir Kalpić (University of Zagreb, Croatia)

Traditional business practices have been left behind due to the increased use of data analytics and information technology in companies worldwide. This development h...

Valuation Challenges and Solutions in Contemporary Businesses

Sinem Derindere Köseoğlu (Independent Researcher, Turkey)

Defining the value of an entire company can be challenging, especially for large, highly competitive business markets. While the main goal for many companies is to i...

Strategic IT Governance and Performance Frameworks in Large Organizations

Yassine Maleh (The National Port Agency, Morocco), Abdelkebir Sahid (Hassan 1st University, Morocco), Mustapha Belaissaoui (Hassan 1st University, Morocco)

As digitization continues to bring rapid changes to businesses, companies must remain agile in order to comply with changing regulations and maintain governance and...

Modeling Methods for Business Information Systems Analysis and Design

Selin Erben (Beykent University, Turkey)

The field of information systems analysis and design includes numerous evolving modelling methods and notations. Even with some attempts to standardize, new modellin...

Big Data Analytics for Entrepreneurial Success

Soraya Sedkaoui (Khemis Miliana University, Algeria & SRY Consulting Montpellier, France)

In a resolutely practical and data-driven project universe, the digital age changed the way data is collected, stored, analyzed, visualized and protected, transformi...

Sentiment Analysis and Knowledge Discovery in Contemporary Business

Dharmendra Singh Rajput (VIT University, India), Ramjeevan Singh Thakur (Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, India), S. Muzamil Basha (VIT University, India)

In the era of social connectedness, people are becoming increasingly enthusiastic about interacting, sharing, and collaborating through online collaborative media. H...

Law, Ethics, and Integrity in the Sports Industry

Konstantinos Margaritis (University of Crete, Greece)

Sports play a significant role in society, as they are a multilevel field of interest. Nonetheless, a major problem that has been undermining the field is the rise o...

Institutional and Organizational Transformations in the Robotic Era: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Albena Antonova (Sofia University, Bulgaria)

Scholars agree that change has become a staple in organizational life and will likely remain as such beyond the twenty-first century. As the rate of change continues...

Utilizing Big Data Paradigms for Business Intelligence

Jérôme Darmont (Université Lumière Lyon 2, France), Sabine Loudcher (Université Lumière Lyon 2, France)

Because efficient compilation of information allows managers and business leaders to make the best decisions for the financial solvency of their organizations, data...

Handbook of Research on Expanding Business Opportunities With Information Systems and Analytics

George Leal Jamil (Informações em Rede Consultoria e Treinamento Ltda, Brazil)

Recent advancements in data collection will affect all aspects of businesses, improving and bringing complexity to management and demanding integration of all resour...

Qualitative Techniques for Workplace Data Analysis

Manish Gupta (IFHE University, India), Musarrat Shaheen (IFHE University, India), K. Prathap Reddy (IFHE University, India)

In businesses and organizations, understanding the social reality of individuals, groups, and cultures allows for in-depth understanding and rich analysis of multipl...

Software Engineering for Enterprise System Agility: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Sergey V. Zykov (National Research University Higher School of Economics, Russia), Alexander Gromoff (National Research University Higher School of Economics, Russia), Nikolay S. Kazantsev (National Research University Higher School of Economics, Russia)

Sustaining a competitive edge in today’s business world requires innovative approaches to product, service, and management systems design and performance. Advances i...

Knowledge Management and Innovation in Network Organizations: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Jerzy Kisielnicki (Warsaw University, Poland), Olga Sobolewska (Warsaw University of Technology, Poland)

Organizations of all types are consistently working on new initiatives, product lines, or implementation of new workflows as a way to remain competitive in the moder...

Machine Learning Techniques for Improved Business Analytics

Dileep Kumar G. (Adama Science and Technology University, Ethiopia)

Analytical tools and algorithms are essential in business data and information systems. Efficient economic and financial forecasting in machine learning techniques i...

Analyzing the Impacts of Industry 4.0 in Modern Business Environments

Richard Brunet-Thornton (University of Economics, Czech Republic), Felipe Martinez (University of Economics, Czech Republic)

In order to improve competitiveness and performance, corporations must embrace advancements in digitalization. Successful implementation of knowledge management is a...

Protocols and Applications for the Industrial Internet of Things

Cristian González García (University of Oviedo, Spain), Vicente García-Díaz (University of Oviedo, Spain), B. Cristina Pelayo García-Bustelo (University of Oviedo, Spain), Juan Manuel Cueva Lovelle (University of Oviedo, Spain)

The Internet of Things (IoT) has become a major influence on the development of new technologies and innovations. When utilized properly, these applications can enha...

Social Network Analytics for Contemporary Business Organizations

Himani Bansal (Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, India), Gulshan Shrivastava (National Institute of Technology Patna, India), Gia Nhu Nguyen (Duy Tan University, Vietnam), Loredana-Mihaela Stanciu (University Timisoara, Romania)

Social technology is quickly becoming a vital tool in our personal, educational, and professional lives. Its use must be further examined in order to determine the r...

Harnessing Human Capital Analytics for Competitive Advantage

Mohit Yadav (BML Munjal University, India), Shrawan Kumar Trivedi (Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur, India), Anil Kumar (BML Munjal University, India), Santosh Rangnekar (Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India)

The workforce is considered to be the lifeblood within many major corporations. The ability of management to effectively utilize the knowledge and skills of their wo...

Corporate Social Responsibility for Valorization of Cultural Organizations

María del Pilar Muñoz Dueñas (University of Vigo, Spain), Lucia Aiello (Sapienza University of Rome, Italy), Rosario Cabrita (University Nova de Lisboa, Portugal), Mauro Gatti (Sapienza University of Rome, Italy)

The decisions a corporation makes affect more than just its stakeholders and can have wide social, environmental, and economic consequences. This facilitates a busin...

Contemporary Identity and Access Management Architectures: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Alex Chi Keung Ng (Federation University, Australia)

Due to the proliferation of distributed mobile technologies and heavy usage of social media, identity and access management has become a very challenging area. Busin...

Research, Practices, and Innovations in Global Risk and Contingency Management

Kenneth David Strang (State University of New York, USA & APPC Research, Australia), Maximiliano E. Korstanje (University of Palermo, Argentina), Narasimha Vajjhala (American University of Nigeria, Nigeria)

Risk management is a vital concern in any organization. In order to succeed in the competitive modern business environment, the decision-making process must be effec...

Modeling and Simulation Techniques for Improved Business Processes

Maryam Ebrahimi (Azad University, Iran)

Companies are constantly faced with the need to grow and advance in order to compete with other corporations. The implementation of computer innovations allows for s...

Value Sharing for Sustainable and Inclusive Development

Mario Risso (Niccolò Cusano University, Italy), Silvia Testarmata (Niccolò Cusano University, Italy)

Business retains a large influence over the progression of society. Thus, shared goals among corporations could lead to a larger positive impact on the resilience of...

Supporting Innovation Through National R&D Programs: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Amiram Porath (Independent Researcher, Israel)

With the importance of knowledge as the basis for economic development, the issue of Research & Development (R&D) as a source of knowledge and of innovation is under...

Always-On Enterprise Information Systems for Modern Organizations

Nijaz Bajgoric (University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Continuous improvements in digitized practices have created opportunities for businesses to develop more streamlined processes. This not only leads to higher success...

Knowledge Integration Strategies for Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

Neeta Baporikar (Namibia University of Science and Technology, Namibia & University of Pune, India)

Information is considered essential in every business model. Effective usage of this information to direct goals and drive missions can lead to successful enterprise...

Business Architectures for Risk Assessment and Strategic Planning: Emerging Research and Opportunities

James McKee (Wollongong University, Australia)

The integration of recent technological advances into modern business processes has allowed for greater efficiency and productivity. However, while such improvements...

Handbook of Research on Emergent Applications of Optimization Algorithms

Pandian Vasant (University of Technology Petronas, Malaysia), Sirma Zeynep Alparslan-Gok (Suleyman Demirel University, Turkey), Gerhard-Wilhelm Weber (Middle East Technical University, Turkey)

Modern optimization approaches have attracted an increasing number of scientists, decision makers, and researchers. As new issues in this field emerge, different opt...

Cloud Computing Technologies for Green Enterprises

Kashif Munir (University of Hafr Al-Batin, Saudi Arabia)

Emerging developments in cloud computing have created novel opportunities and applications for businesses. These innovations not only have organizational benefits, b...

Smart Technology Applications in Business Environments

Tomayess Issa (Curtin University, Australia), Piet Kommers (University of Twente, The Netherlands), Theodora Issa (Curtin University, Australia), Pedro Isaías (Portuguese Open University, Portugal), Touma B. Issa (Murdoch University, Australia)

Technology continues to make great strides in society by providing opportunities for advancement, inclusion, and global competency. As new systems and tools arise, n...

Advanced Fashion Technology and Operations Management

Alessandra Vecchi (London College of Fashion, University of London Arts, UK)

Fashion has been steadily moving from the brick and mortar to the digital market. As such, it is increasingly vital to research new methods that will help businesses...

Maximizing Business Performance and Efficiency Through Intelligent Systems

Om Prakash Rishi (University of Kota, India), Anukrati Sharma (University of Kota, India)

Technology has vastly advanced over the years and created new developments and uses across various industries. By applying these new approaches in the business world...

Maximizing Information System Availability Through Bayesian Belief Network Approaches: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Semir Ibrahimović (Bosna Bank International, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Lejla Turulja (University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Nijaz Bajgorić (University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Technological tools have enhanced the available opportunities and activities in the realm of e-business. In organizations that support real-time business-critical op...

Handbook of Research on Advanced Data Mining Techniques and Applications for Business Intelligence

Shrawan Kumar Trivedi (BML Munjal University, India), Shubhamoy Dey (Indian Institute of Management, Indore, India), Anil Kumar (BML Munjal University, India), Tapan Kumar Panda (Jindal Global Business School, India)

The development of business intelligence has enhanced the visualization of data to inform and facilitate business management and strategizing. By implementing effect...

Exploring Enterprise Service Bus in the Service-Oriented Architecture Paradigm

Robin Singh Bhadoria (Indian Institute of Technology Indore, India), Narendra Chaudhari (Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur, India), Geetam Singh Tomar (Machine Intelligence Research (MIR) Labs, India), Shailendra Singh (National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research, India)

Web browsing would not be what it is today without the use of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA). Although much has been written about SOA methodology, this emergin...

Applying Predictive Analytics Within the Service Sector

Rajendra Sahu (ABV-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, India), Manoj Dash (ABV-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, India), Anil Kumar (BML Munjal University, India)

Value creation is a prime concern for any contemporary business. This can be accomplished through the incorporation of various techniques and processes, such as the...

Enterprise Information Systems and the Digitalization of Business Functions

Madjid Tavana (La Salle University, USA)

Continuous improvements in digitized practices have created opportunities for businesses to develop more streamlined processes. This not only leads to higher success...

Strategic Information Systems and Technologies in Modern Organizations

Caroline Howard (HC Consulting, USA), Kathleen Hargiss (Colorado Technical University, USA)

The role of technology in business environments has become increasingly pivotal in recent years. These innovations allow for improved process management, productivit...

Business Analytics and Cyber Security Management in Organizations

Rajagopal (EGADE Business School, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico City, Mexico & Boston University, USA), Ramesh Behl (International Management Institute Bhubaneswar, India)

Traditional marketing techniques have become outdated by the emergence of the internet, and for companies to survive in the new technological marketplace, they must...

Handbook of Research on Intelligent Techniques and Modeling Applications in Marketing Analytics

Anil Kumar (BML Munjal University, India), Manoj Kumar Dash (ABV-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, India), Shrawan Kumar Trivedi (BML Munjal University, India), Tapan Kumar Panda (BML Munjal University, India)

The success of any organization is largely dependent on positive feedback and repeat business from patrons. By utilizing acquired marketing data, business profession...

Applied Big Data Analytics in Operations Management

Manish Kumar (Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad, India)

Operations management is a tool by which companies can effectively meet customers’ needs using the least amount of resources necessary. With the emergence of sensors...

Strategic IT Governance and Alignment in Business Settings

Steven De Haes (Antwerp Management School, University of Antwerp, Belgium), Wim Van Grembergen (Antwerp Management School, University of Antwerp, Belgium)

Technology is constantly changing the way enterprises conduct business by optimizing current practices. As information technology continues to evolve and become a pr...

Organizational Productivity and Performance Measurements Using Predictive Modeling and Analytics

Madjid Tavana (La Salle University, USA), Kathryn Szabat (La Salle University, USA), Kartikeya Puranam (La Salle University, USA)

Businesses are collecting massive amounts of data every day as a way to better understand their processes, competition, and the markets they serve. This data can be...

Data Envelopment Analysis and Effective Performance Assessment

Farhad Hossein Zadeh Lotfi (Islamic Azad University, Iran), Seyed Esmaeil Najafi (Islamic Azad University, Iran), Hamed Nozari (Islamic Azad University, Iran)

For any organization, analysis of performance and effectiveness through available data allows for informed decision making. Data envelopment analysis, or DEA, is a p...

Enterprise Big Data Engineering, Analytics, and Management

Martin Atzmueller (University of Kassel, Germany), Samia Oussena (University of West London, UK), Thomas Roth-Berghofer (University of West London, UK)

The significance of big data can be observed in any decision-making process as it is often used for forecasting and predictive analytics. Additionally, big data can...

Automated Enterprise Systems for Maximizing Business Performance

Petraq Papajorgji (Universiteti Europian i Tiranes, Albania), François Pinet (National Research Institute of Science and Technology for Environment and Agriculture, France), Alaine Margarete Guimarães (State University of Ponta Grossa, Brazil), Jason Papathanasiou (University of Macedonia, Greece)

The integration of recent technological advances into modern business processes has allowed for greater efficiency and productivity. However, while such improvements...

Improving Organizational Effectiveness with Enterprise Information Systems

João Eduardo Varajão (University of Minho, Portugal), Maria Manuela Cruz-Cunha (Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave, Portugal), Ricardo Martinho (Polytechnic Institute of Leiria, Portugal & CINTESIS - Center for Research in Health Technologies and Information Systems, Portugal)

Information and communication technologies are widely used to improve organizational efficiency and ensure effective workflows. Technology and software systems provi...

Strategic Utilization of Information Systems in Small Business

M. Gordon Hunter (The University of Lethbridge, Canada)

The small business is an often underestimated asset of both the modern economy and the commercial workforce. Those employed by small businesses make up a large perce...

Enterprise Management Strategies in the Era of Cloud Computing

N. Raghavendra Rao (FINAIT Consultancy Services, India)

Recent advances in internet architecture have led to the advent and subsequent explosion of cloud computing technologies, providing businesses with a powerful toolbo...

Handbook of Research on Organizational Transformations through Big Data Analytics

Madjid Tavana (La Salle University, USA), Kartikeya Puranam (La Salle University, USA)

Big data analytics utilizes a wide range of software and analytical tools to provide immediate, relevant information for efficient decision-making. Companies are rec...

Business Technologies in Contemporary Organizations: Adoption, Assimilation, and Institutionalization

Abrar Haider (University of South Australia, Australia)

As two areas of study that thrive on change and innovation, the combination of electronic resources and corporation management presents many challenges to researcher...

Business Transformation and Sustainability through Cloud System Implementation

Fawzy Soliman (University of Technology, Sydney, Australia)

Sustaining a competitive edge in today’s business world requires innovative approaches to product, service, and management systems design and performance. Advances i...

Effects of IT on Enterprise Architecture, Governance, and Growth

José Carlos Cavalcanti (Federal University of Pernambuco, Brazil)

As technology continues to evolve in organizations, it is vital to understand the impact that these advances will have on different aspects of the business environme...

Technology, Innovation, and Enterprise Transformation

Manish Wadhwa (Salem State University, USA), Alan Harper (South University, USA)

Technical advancements are an important part of modern society, but particularly important in the business world. The success or failure of business operations can b...

Analytical Approaches to Strategic Decision-Making: Interdisciplinary Considerations

Madjid Tavana (La Salle University, USA)

Using interdisciplinary approaches to strategic management can strengthen the decision making process. Incorporating various methods will also encourage productivity...

Information Systems and Technology for Organizational Agility, Intelligence, and Resilience

Hakikur Rahman (Ansted University Sustainability Research Institute, Malaysia), Rui Dinis de Sousa (University of Minho, Portugal)

Knowledge of scientific and technological developments, and the flexible communication and decision making, knowledge sharing, and collaboration that stem from them,...

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José Antonio Ariza-Montes (Loyola Andalucia University, Spain), Ana María Lucia-Casademunt (Loyola Andalucia University, Spain)

The instability of today’s economic climate calls for non-profit organizations to approach social problems in new and interesting ways, and Information and Communica...

Security, Trust, and Regulatory Aspects of Cloud Computing in Business Environments

S. Srinivasan (Texas Southern University, USA)

Emerging as an effective alternative to organization-based information systems, cloud computing has been adopted by many businesses around the world. Despite the inc...

Remote Workforce Training: Effective Technologies and Strategies

Shalin Hai-Jew (Hutchinson Community College, USA)

Lifelong learning can occur both in and out of the classroom, but the most valuable instruction takes place on the job. Remote Workforce Training: Effective Technolo...

Approaches and Processes for Managing the Economics of Information Systems

Theodosios Tsiakis (Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki, Greece), Theodoros Kargidis (Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki, Greece), Panagiotis Katsaros (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece)

Advancements of information systems are rapidly altering both the economy and society. This progression of information creates operational and strategic advantages w...

Feral Information Systems Development: Managerial Implications

Donald Vance Kerr (University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia), Kevin Burgess (Cranfield University, UK), Luke Houghton (Griffith University, Australia)

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Uncovering Essential Software Artifacts through Business Process Archeology

Ricardo Perez-Castillo (University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain), Mario G. Piattini (University of Castilla - La Mancha, Spain)

Corporations accumulate a lot of valuable data and knowledge over time, but storing and maintaining this data can be a logistic and financial headache for business l...

A Systemic Perspective to Managing Complexity with Enterprise Architecture

Pallab Saha (National University of Singapore, Singapore)

Organizational complexity is an unavoidable aspect of all businesses, even larger ones, which can hinder their ability to react to sudden or disruptive change. Howev...

Frameworks of IT Prosumption for Business Development

Małgorzata Pańkowska (University of Economics in Katowice, Poland)

Separation distinction between the roles of the producer and consumer has become blurred with the development of new science and technologies enabling the emergence...

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Maria Manuela Cruz-Cunha (Polytechnic Institute of Cavado and Ave, Portugal), Fernando Moreira (Portucalense University, Portugal), João Varajão (Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, Braga, Portugal)

Workplace technology is evolving at an accelerated pace, driving innovation, productivity, and efficiency to exceedingly high levels. Businesses both small and large...

Managing Enterprise Information Technology Acquisitions: Assessing Organizational Preparedness

Harekrishna Misra (Institute of Rural Management, Anand, India), Hakikur Rahman (University of Minho, Portugal)

For organizations operating in a modern business environment, adopting the latest information technologies (IT) is of paramount importance. Organizational decision m...

Information Systems and Technology for Organizations in a Networked Society

Tomayess Issa (Curtin University, Australia), Pedro Isaías (Universidade Aberta, Portugal), Piet Kommers (UNESCO, The Netherlands)

Modern society is increasingly information-driven, relying heavily on Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT). Business enterprises are no exception...

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Intelligence Methods and Systems Advancements for Knowledge-Based Business

John Wang (Montclair State University, USA)

Knowledge is power: In today’s era of knowledge-based economies, constantly changing business environments, severe competition, and globalization, gaining the knowle...

Business Intelligence and Agile Methodologies for Knowledge-Based Organizations: Cross-Disciplinary Applications

Asim Abdel Rahman El Sheikh (The Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, Jordan), Mouhib Alnoukari (Arab International University, Syria)

Business intelligence applications are of vital importance as they help organizations manage, develop, and communicate intangible assets such as information and know...

Business Intelligence Applications and the Web: Models, Systems and Technologies

Marta E. Zorrilla (University of Cantabria, Spain), Jose-Norberto Mazón (University of Alicante, Spain), Óscar Ferrández (University of Alicante, Spain), Irene Garrigós (University of Alicante, Spain), Florian Daniel (University of Trento, Italy), Juan Trujillo (University of Alicante, Spain)

Over the last decade, we have witnessed an increasing use of Business Intelligence (BI) solutions that allow business people to query, understand, and analyze their...

Electronic Supply Network Coordination in Intelligent and Dynamic Environments: Modeling and Implementation

Iraj Mahdavi (Mazandaran University of Science and Technology, Iran), Shima Mohebbi (University of Tehran, Iran), Namjae Cho (Hanyang University, Korea)

The widespread diffusion of digital infrastructure, applications, products, and services has created new challenges and opportunities for managers and corporations e...

Enterprise Information Systems Design, Implementation and Management: Organizational Applications

Maria Manuela Cruz-Cunha (Polytechnic Institute of Cavado and Ave, Portugal), Joao Varajao (University of Tras-os-Montes e Alto Duoro, Portugal)

The continual development and refinement of enterprise information systems is essential for organizational advancement. Enterprise Information Systems Design, Implem...

Pervasive Computing for Business: Trends and Applications

Varuna Godara (CEO of Sydney College of Management, Australia)

Although e-businesses are adopting pervasive computing with passion, they must remain aware of the operational, ethical, legal, and financial risks involved in it. P...

Enterprise Information Systems for Business Integration in SMEs: Technological, Organizational, and Social Dimensions

Maria Manuela Cruz-Cunha (Polytechnic Institute of Cavado and Ave, Portugal)

Consisting of an integrated technology platform, enterprise information systems enable organizations to integrate and coordinate all business processes, offering a s...

Editor(s) Biography

Madjid Tavana is Professor and Distinguished Chair of Business Analytics at La Salle University, where he serves as Chairman of the Business Systems and Analytics Department. He also holds an Honorary Professorship in Business Information Systems at the University of Paderborn in Germany. Dr. Tavana is Distinguished Research Fellow at the Kennedy Space Center, the Johnson Space Center, the Naval Research Laboratory at Stennis Space Center, and the Air Force Research Laboratory. He was recently honored with the prestigious Space Act Award by NASA. He holds an MBA, PMIS, and PhD in Management Information Systems and received his Post-Doctoral Diploma in Strategic Information Systems from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He has published 12 books and over 250 research papers in international scholarly academic journals. He is the Editor-in-Chief of International Journal of Applied Decision Sciences, International Journal of Management and Decision Making, International Journal of Communication Networks and Distributed Systems, International Journal of Knowledge Engineering and Data Mining, International Journal of Strategic Decision Sciences, and International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems.

Editorial Advisory Board

Editor-in-Chief

Madjid Tavana, La Salle University, United States

Editorial Advisory Board

Ali Emrouznejad, Aston University, United Kingdom

Angappa Gunasekaran, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, United States

Corrado Lo Storto, University of Naples Federico II, Italy

David L. Olson, University of Nebraska at Lincoln, United States

Debora Di Caprio, York University, Canada

Edmundas Kazimieras Zavadskas, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania

Fatos Xhafa, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain

Francisco J. Santos-Arteaga, Free University of Bolzano, Italy

John Wang, Montclair State University, United States

Jose Luis Verdegay, University of Granada, Spain

Leena Suhl, University of Paderborn, Germany

Marco Spruit, Utrecht University, Netherlands

Michael N. Katehakis, Rutgers University, United States

Nabil Absi, Ecole des Mines de Saint-Etienne, France

Pascale Zaraté, Toulouse 1 Capitole University, France

Seyed Taghi Akhavan Niaki, Sharif University of Technology, Iran

Srikanta Patnaik, SOA University, India

Thomas Saaty, University of Pittsburgh, United States

Vincent Charles, The University of Buckingham, United Kingdom