Digital transformation: A meta-review and guidelines for future research

Heliyon, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 9(1), P. e12834 - e12834

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

The emergence of digital transformation has changed the business landscape for foreseeable future. As scholars advance their understanding and begins to gain maturity, it becomes necessary develop a synthesis create solid foundations. To do so, significant steps need be taken critically, rigorously, transparently examine existing literature. Therefore, this article uses meta-review with support Preferred Reporting Items Systematic Reviews Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) Protocol. result, we identified six dimensions seventeen categories related transformation. organizational, technological, social are still pivotal in transformation, while two new (sustainability smart cities) explored deepen knowledge refine found is paramount importance, as involves some complexity due organizational dynamics development technologies. It was also possible identify opportunities, challenges, future directions.

Language: Английский

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Leveraging social media for trade construction contractors’ success: issues and measures from a qualitative perspective

International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 7, 2025

Purpose Trade construction contractors (TCC) (domestic or nominated subcontractors) are key stakeholders engaged by the main in activities. Social media platforms may be germane promoting small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as TCC. Studies regarding role of social TCC success scarce Nigeria. Therefore, research investigates trade contractors’ leveraging usage’s encumbrances. Design/methodology/approach This study adopted a qualitative design using virtual interview method to solicit data from 26 experts. A purposive sampling technique was utilised engage selected participants Lagos Abuja, achieved saturation collected data, thematic analysis analyse data. Findings show that embracing practitioners will improve productivity profitability. Also, findings reveal financial constraints, high operation implementation costs, lack awareness, hesitation adopt, unclear benefits, reluctance deploy new system network issues hindrances faced The suggested measures mitigate these hindrances. Originality/value stir insights for embrace better reap their full benefits. outcome would lead firms’

Language: Английский

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An appraisal of blockchain technology relevance in the 21st century Nigerian construction industry: perspective from the built environment professionals

Journal of Global Operations and Strategic Sourcing, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 16(1), P. 142 - 160

Published: Aug. 11, 2022

Purpose Studies show that the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies can be used to transform built environment sector in 21st century. Blockchain technology has been identified as one of drivers 4IR could a channel innovation environment. concerning application blockchain Nigeria’s are scarce. Thus, this study aims investigate relevance Nigerian professionals (BEP) century and proffer ways promote applications sector. Design/methodology/approach Given unexplored nature issue context, 20 semi-structured virtual interviews were conducted across Lagos Abuja cities. The participants knowledgeable construction-related information technology, from construction contracting firms consulting firms, academicians consultancy internet communication experts. collated data coded, analysed presented themes via thematic approach. Findings Automating progress payments smart contracts, financial management supply chain reduces transaction costs emerged key areas where benefit BEP if well implemented. Others blockchain-based BIM prevents forgery alteration data, contract building modelling (BIM). not without some hindrances. 22 perceived hindrances government, employer employee related Research limitations/implications This research is restricted encumbrances facing Also, proffers policy solutions qualitative method. Future becomes pertinent explore other components their within Practical implications Results paper will strengthen offer rich insight into Other developing nations with similar challenges may consider recommendations study. contribute towards stirring parties create good platform supporting policies implementation industry. Originality/value few papers attempted uncover issues hinder approach feasible practitioners’ perspective.

Language: Английский

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Initial Cybersecurity Framework in the New Capital City of Indonesia: Factors, Objectives, and Technology

Information, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 13(12), P. 580 - 580

Published: Dec. 14, 2022

As a newly built city and the new capital of Indonesia, Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN), is expected to become known worldwide as an economic driver, symbol national identity, sustainable city. nation’s capital, IKN will location for running central government activities hosting representatives foreign countries international organizations or institutions. However, there no concept cybersecurity in associated with existing functions expectations This study identifies initial framework IKN. A PRISMA systematic review was used identify variables design framework. The then validated by smart experts. results show that recommended involved IKN’s factors livable city, critical infrastructure. We applied five security objectives supported risk management, governance, awareness, latest technology these factors.

Language: Английский

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Digital competence of Vietnamese citizens: An application of digcomp framework and the role of individual factors

Education and Information Technologies, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 29(15), P. 19267 - 19298

Published: March 19, 2024

Abstract Assessment of digital competence for citizens could support the Education Action plan at a national level, regional or even global level to enhance skills and gap work life transformation. This study applies DigComp framework through self-administered online survey 723 in Vietnam, using sequential exploratory mixed methods research design. Data were analysed factor analysis, standard descriptive statistics, simple regression methods, followed by qualitative content analysis from interviews with ten respondents focus group discussion eight stakeholders on competence. The results confirmed validity measuring Vietnamese citizens. Overall, proficiency surveyed falls between basic intermediate levels, being more advanced areas information data literacy communication collaboration, compared creation, safety, problem solving. further showed that male higher education working public sector, living province high provincial transformation index rankings perceived themselves be competent than females lower educational private low rankings. To improve citizens’ competence, training should designed considers not only profiles but also their individual characteristics.

Language: Английский

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BIM implementation for Nigeria’s polytechnic built environment undergraduates: challenges and possible measures from stakeholders

Facilities, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 42(15/16), P. 70 - 91

Published: March 26, 2024

Purpose Studies show that building information modelling (BIM) technology can improve construction productivity regarding the design, and maintenance of a project life cycle in 21st century. Revit has been identified as frequently used tool for delivering BIM built environment. about via are scarce training middle-level workforce higher education institutions. Thus, this study aims to investigate relevance offer measures promote digitalisation Nigeria’s environment polytechnic undergraduates Revit. Design/methodology/approach Given unexplored nature Nigeria, 37 semi-structured virtual interviews were conducted across saturation was achieved. The participants knowledgeable construction-related BIM. researchers thematic analysis collected data honed them with secondary sources. Findings Improved visualisation effective efficient work productivity, automatic design quantification, improved database management collaboration storage centrally coordinated model, among others, emerged BIM’s benefits. is challenging, especially curriculum. 24 perceived issues grouped into government/regulatory agencies-related, management-related undergraduate students-related hindrances Research limitations/implications This limited implications undergraduates. Originality/value contributes literature paucity attempting uncover hindering implementation qualitative approach.

Language: Английский

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Building a Super Smart Nation: Scenario Analysis and Framework of Essential Stakeholders, Characteristics, Pillars, and Challenges

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 14(5), P. 2757 - 2757

Published: Feb. 26, 2022

Globally, countries are increasingly facing challenges regarding their national future post the COVID-19 pandemic with respect to decreasing and aging populations; dwindling workforces; trade wars due restricted movement of goods, people, services; overcoming economic development societal problems. Accordingly, we identify corresponding solutions that act as pillars for a framework build super smart nation. We analyze 73 peer-reviewed research papers from Scopus index databases use Delphi methodology challenges, which include people society, robots, technology, innovation, digital infrastructure, data, politics, governance, sustainability. Further, discuss relevant solutions, including top leadership motivation commitment; proactive steps government, policies; legal frameworks laws; creation awareness programs; advanced technologies (such robotics semantic technologies); interoperable infrastructure; innovation ecosystem; sustainable energy sources; global standards education system through transformation system. These novel insights have valuable practical theoretical implications guiding policymakers, industry leaders, researchers in building

Language: Английский

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Challenges in smart nation building: a solution-oriented framework based on a systematic literature review

Digital Policy Regulation and Governance, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 25(4), P. 368 - 384

Published: April 25, 2023

Purpose Nations are opening their “digital borders” to allow the free movement of business, employment and skills. However, this process digitalization is fraught with challenges. This study aims identify these challenges build a solution-oriented framework for smart nations. Design/methodology/approach conducted systematic literature review, analyzing 69 peer-reviewed academic papers out 5,958 identified papers. Findings The nation building were categorized as follows: people society, technology innovation, digital infrastructure, politics, governance, economics business sustainability. To overcome challenges, highlights need holistic national approach, which includes solutions such improving education, technology-driven innovations, investments top political leadership involvement, vision action plan, regulatory frameworks, environment job creation, stakeholder engagement, renewable energy use technological integration – all key sustainable development. Research limitations/implications provides directions framework, but review results confined articles, conference book chapters. could be further enriched if findings cross-checked experts. limitation will addressed in future research. Originality/value Given dearth on nascent concept, insights from can guide policymakers industry leaders involved benefit researchers engaged theoretical

Language: Английский

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Appraising the application of cryptocurrency technologies in the Nigerian built environment: stakeholders’ perspective

International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 42(7), P. 93 - 112

Published: Oct. 15, 2024

Purpose Twenty-first century digitalisation birthed new methods of payment systems like the emergence cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrency technologies have been identified as drivers for crypto-smart contracts and procurements. Studies regarding application cryptocurrency in Nigerian built environment industry are uncommon. Therefore, this paper aims to explore relevance sector, examine perceived barriers that may hinder implementation propose measures promote applications. Design/methodology/approach The research conducted a virtual interview across Abuja Lagos cities appraise stakeholders’ perceptions. interviewees were requested proffer answers questions. study 25 semi-structured interviews with knowledgeable stakeholders. data analysed, findings reported themes. Findings Enhanced era smart contracts, increased liquidity small medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) openings raise more funds capital-intensive construction projects emerged advantages where can benefit sector if allowed operate. technology applications not without some anticipated hindrances. Risk loss investment/price instability, lack intrinsic value, money laundering, attracting speculators, criminal activities/security issues, clarity awareness skills frequently Research limitations/implications is limited Nigeria’s environment, qualitative method has adopted. Originality/value Besides uncovering hindering usage via an unexplored mechanism, one few studies improve environment.

Language: Английский

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Influence of Digital Policy and Governance Sustainability on Student Online Shopping Behavior Through Instagram

SHS Web of Conferences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 204, P. 04007 - 04007

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

The objective of this investigation is to examine bibliometric attributes associated with and the interplay between digital policy, governance sustainability, student online shopping behavior through Instagram, utilizing data from Scopus database spanning period 2014 2024. This paper presents recommendations for prospective avenues study advancement in domain. Employing VOSviewer software, 30 articles underwent scrutiny, facilitating visualization patterns such as keyword co-occurrence. findings revealed a conspicuous constraint exploration sustainable influencing shopping, which remains underexplored. most researched topics are (70%), e-commerce (13,33%), students (10%), e-lifestyle (3,33%), e-service (3,33%). Keywords: Bibliometric Analysis, Online Shopping, Scopus, VOSviewer, Digital Policy

Language: Английский

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