Assessing regional competitiveness in Peru: An approach using nonlinear machine learning models
PLoS ONE,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
20(2), С. e0318813 - e0318813
Опубликована: Фев. 25, 2025
This
study
addresses
the
challenges
of
measuring
regional
competitiveness
using
traditional
methods,
due
to
inherent
complexity
and
non-linearity
its
determinants’.
The
development
new
Machine
Learning
(ML)
models
allows
creation
predictive
capable
handling
this
type
data,
providing
actionable
insights.
objective
was
develop
test
use
non-linear
measure
in
Peru,
at
sub-national
level.
research
uses
ODD
(Overview,
Design
Concepts,
Details)
protocol
ensure
a
transparent
replicable
methodology.
impact
ML
on
Peruvian
Regional
Competitiveness
Index
(IRCI)
is
examined
across
25
regions
from
2016
2023,
focusing
five
key
pillars:
economy,
government,
infrastructure,
businesses,
people.
A
suitability
index
(IoI)
developed
assess
how
well
pillar
components
align
with
ML.
Data
provided
by
CENTRUM
PUCP
subjected
exploratory
data
analysis
(EDA)
address
variability
among
scores
their
effects
competitiveness.
Six
nonlinear
machine
learning
(Gradient
Boosting,
Random
Forest,
XGBoost,
AdaBoost,
Neural
Networks,
Decision
Trees)
were
applied,
highest
accuracy
Gradient
Boosting
Forest.
Performance
metrics
include
MSE
values
1.1399
1.3469,
RMSE
1.0677
1.1606,
R
2
0.9768
0.9729,
respectively.
These
results
demonstrate
effectiveness
analyzing
identifying
influential
variables,
reducing
score
distortions.
findings
provide
data-driven
framework
for
policymakers
improve
competitiveness,
which
promotes
academic
knowledge
practical
applications
sustainable
development.
Язык: Английский
Unveiling the Drivers of Competitiveness: A Study Across Latin America and Europe
World Affairs,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
188(1)
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
The
measurement
of
competitiveness
requires
the
consideration
factors
specific
to
a
region
or
country.
This
article
addresses
identification
basic
set
that,
in
comparison
with
European
countries,
impact
Latin
American
countries.
A
retrospective
nonexperimental
design
was
carried
out
by
conducting
non‐parametric
correlation
analysis,
testing
subsequently
multiple
linear
regression
as
well
structural
equation
analysis.
Next,
different
predictive
models
were
considered,
and
four
main
variables
explaining
Europe
America
identified
from
Global
Competitiveness
Report.
selected
independent
were:
incidence
corruption,
buyers
sophistication,
pay‐productivity
ratio,
investment
research
development.
analyzed
satisfactorily
met
assumptions
showed
an
adequate
fit.
Two
are
reported
which
synthesize
relevant
favoring
parsimonious
approach
explanation
this
variable.
Язык: Английский
Analysis of Results of Experts’ Perspectives of Sustainable Regional Competitiveness Using the Analytic Hierarchy Process Multi-Criteria Method
Sustainability,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
17(6), С. 2681 - 2681
Опубликована: Март 18, 2025
Regional
competitiveness
is
essential
for
sustainable
development,
driven
by
complex
and
interrelated
factors.
This
study
applies
the
Analytic
Hierarchy
Process
(AHP)
to
assess
experts’
perspectives
of
primary
factors
influencing
regional
competitiveness,
including
like
economy,
labor
market,
poverty
social
inclusion,
health,
education,
environmental
sustainability,
transport
infrastructure,
technology/science
digital
society,
high-tech
industry
growth,
innovation.
From
a
comprehensive
list
over
250
regions
in
EU,
selection
was
made
based
on
their
ranked
Competitiveness
Index
(RCI),
from
region
with
highest
index
lowest
index.
involved
choosing
one
representative
each
fifty
RCI
rankings.
The
selected
included
SE11
(Stockholm,
Sweden,
RCI:
1.08),
BE22
(the
Flemish
Region,
Belgium,
0.46),
FRH0
(Île-de-France,
France,
0.11),
ITC3
(Lombardy,
Italy,
−0.30),
PL43
(Masovia,
Poland,
−0.69),
EL53
(Western
Macedonia,
Greece,
−1.44).
By
applying
AHP
methodology,
prioritization
sequence
aforementioned
validated,
confirming
robustness
ranking
derived
(RCI).
analysis
reinforced
importance
addressing
region-specific
highlighted
alignment
expert
judgments
established
RCI-based
highlights
critical
role
driving
methodology
effectively
validating
providing
robust
framework
aligning
insights
Язык: Английский
Assessing the impact of digital education on regional development
Regional Economics Theory and Practice,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
23(3), С. 49 - 73
Опубликована: Март 27, 2025
Subject.
This
article
discusses
the
issues
of
training
specialists
in
field
digital
technologies,
and
contribution
technologies
to
ensuring
economic
growth
at
levels
region
country
as
a
whole.
Objectives.
The
aims
analyze
relationship
between
development
higher
education
specialties
regional
Russian
Federation.
Methods.
For
study,
we
used
statistical,
regression,
cluster
analyses.
Results.
Based
on
calculations,
clusters
regions
Federation
accordance
with
development.
It
also
proposes
regression
model,
which
helps
identify
Conclusions
Relevance.
In
Russia,
level
is
below
average
values,
above
ones.
practical
significance
study
lies
possibility
utilizing
results
obtained
when
planning
activities
for
programmes
specialties.
Язык: Английский
Evaluating Experts’ Perceptions on Regional Competitiveness Based on the Ten Key Factors of Assessment
Sustainability,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(14), С. 5944 - 5944
Опубликована: Июль 12, 2024
In
the
contemporary
landscape,
foundation
of
competitive
advantage
lies
in
sustainability,
particularly
within
context
regional
competitiveness.
This
topic
explores
impact
sustainability
on
this
study,
we
assessed
experts’
opinions
main
ten
key
factors
evaluation
competitiveness,
namely
economy,
labor
market,
poverty
and
social
inclusion,
health,
education,
environmental
energy
considerations,
transport
infrastructure,
science
technology,
high-tech
industries,
innovation.
The
study
aims
to
understand
how
these
influence
A
sample
93
experts
participated
a
questionnaire
survey
through
Google
platform
from
October
December
2023.
methodology
was
chosen
gather
diverse
expert
efficiently.
collected
data
were
analyzed
with
statistical
tools,
combining
cross
chi-square
tests.
Statistical
analysis
methods
such
as
tests
employed
analyze
data.
Our
findings
indicate
that
recognize
economy
(up
positive
level
69.1%),
market
64.7%),
health
infrastructure
52.9%)
Collective
efforts
improvements
are
essential
alleviate
exclusion
50.8%).
Investments
education
41.9%)
technological
digital
society
39.2%)
considered
after
promoting
prosperity
Following
them,
there
is
growing
call
for
creating
greener,
healthier,
more
sustainable
future,
reflected
focus
issues
36.7%)
toward
developments
35.7%).
At
bottom
list
industry
32.5%)
innovation
factor
28.2%).
These
groups
highlighted
critical
aspects
addressing
challenges
region.
underscore
multifactorial
nature
emphasizing
both
important
less
factors.
It
becomes
apparent
interpretation
competitiveness
requires
comprehensive
multiple
factors,
each
contributing
differently
overall
Further
examination
necessary
fully
dynamics.
Язык: Английский
Navigating the Malaysian dilemma: Constructing a sustainable economy in the post-COVID-19 era
Journal of Infrastructure Policy and Development,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
8(8), С. 5771 - 5771
Опубликована: Авг. 26, 2024
The
Malaysian
dilemma
presents
a
complex
challenge
in
the
wake
of
COVID-19
pandemic,
requiring
comprehensive
statistical
analysis
for
formulation
sustainable
economic
framework.
This
study
delves
into
multifaceted
aspects
reconstructing
Malaysia’s
economy
post-COVID-19,
employing
data-driven
approach
to
navigate
intricacies
nation’s
landscape.
research
focuses
on
key
indicators,
including
GDP
growth,
unemployment
rates,
and
inflation,
assess
immediate
long-term
impacts
pandemic.
Additionally,
it
examines
effectiveness
government
interventions
stimulus
packages
mitigating
downturns
fostering
recovery.
A
comparative
with
pre-pandemic
data
provides
valuable
insights
extent
resilience
identifies
sectors
that
require
targeted
support
sustained
growth.
Furthermore,
explores
role
technology
digital
transformation
building
resilient
economy,
considering
accelerated
shift
towards
remote
work
transactions
during
incorporates
technological
adoption
infrastructure
development,
innovation
ecosystems
gauge
their
contributions
sustainability.
Addressing
Dilemma
also
involves
an
examination
social
environmental
dimensions.
investigates
impact
policies
income
distribution,
equity,
sustainability,
aiming
achieve
contributes
nuanced
guide
policymakers
stakeholders
constructing
post-COVID-19
Malaysia.
Язык: Английский
TARIMSAL GIDA İŞLEME MAKİNELERİ İŞLETMELERİNDE ULUSLARARASI REKABET STRATEJİLERİNİN DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ ÜZERİNE NİTEL BİR ÇALIŞMA
Stratejik ve Sosyal Araştırmalar Dergisi,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Ноя. 4, 2024
Tarımsal
gıda
işleme
makineleri
sektörü,
tarımsal
ürünleri
işleyerek
katma
değerli
ürünlere
dönüştüren
ve
bu
süreçte
çeşitli
teknolojileri
kullanan
önemli
bir
sektördür.
COVID-19
pandemisi
Rusya-Ukrayna
savaşı,
güvenliği
tedarik
zincirlerinde
sorunlara
yol
açarak
sektörü
derinden
etkilemiştir.
Türkiye,
buğday
gibi
temel
ürünlerinin
üretiminde
potansiyele
sahip
olması
nedeniyle,
un
mamulleri
sektöründe
stratejik
konuma
yükselmiştir.
Bu
gelişmeler,
üretimi
tesis
kurulumunu
daha
da
kritik
hale
getirmiştir.
Türkiye'de
Çorum
Konya
illeri
öne
çıkmaktadır.
Çorum,
özellikle
işlenmesi
konusunda
uzmanlaşmış
merkezdir.
Çalışmanın
amacı,
sektöründeki
işletmelerin
uluslararası
rekabet
stratejileri
incelemek,
sektörün
mevcut
durumunu,
ihracatta
karşılaştıkları
sorunları
ortaya
koymak
gelecekteki
potansiyelini
analiz
etmektir.
kapsamda,
ilinde
faaliyet
gösteren
10
işletme
ile
derinlemesine
görüşmeler
gerçekleştirilmiştir.
Verilerin
analizinde
içerik
analizi
kullanılmıştır.
Elde
edilen
bulgular
ışığında,
sektörde
ortamında
başarılı
olabilmeleri
için
uygun
adımlar
uygulanabilir
öneriler
geliştirilmiştir.
Regional Competitiveness for Achieving Sustainable Development of Hail Region, Saudi Arabia
Sustainability,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
17(1), С. 156 - 156
Опубликована: Дек. 28, 2024
The
concept
of
competitiveness
has
had
a
notable
influence
on
the
strategies
and
policies
adopted
recently.
In
particular,
regional
attracted
significant
interest
from
policymakers
due
to
its
capacity
assess
compare
different
territories
in
absence
an
established
policy
or
conceptual
framework.
Nevertheless,
itself
been
topic
debate
among
scholars,
along
with
dimensions
that
should
be
included
such
concept.
aim
this
study
is
examine
evaluate
competitive
landscape
at
level
Saudi
Arabia.
regard,
Regional
Competitiveness
Index
(RCI),
as
proposed
by
European
Union,
provides
appropriate
framework
for
analysis.
index
made
up
eleven
pillars
classified
into
three
sub-indices:
basic,
efficiency,
innovation
factors
pertinent
businesses
extend
beyond
those
relevant
residents
regions
question
their
quality
life.
findings
indicate
RCI
indicator
performs
robustly
variable
reduction
methods
employed.
Moreover,
study’s
results
Riyadh
Makkah
are
two
highest
scores
index,
values
18.705
17.949,
respectively.
contrast,
Hail
region
exhibits
average
performance
comparison
other
regions.
disparities
between
provinces.
light
these
findings,
it
can
efforts
enhance
region’s
standing
accompanied
efficacious
enhancements
economic
social
facets
ensure
sustainability.
Язык: Английский