{"title":"Sustainable Digital Evolution: Transforming the Ukrainian Customs Service","authors":"Mykhailo Ishchuk, Olena Ishchuk, Svitlana Khrypko, Mariia Shnitser, Tetyana Vasylchukù, Halyna Syhyda, Alla Hotsalyuk","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p217","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p217","url":null,"abstract":"The evolving landscape of information technologies has spurred a profound digital revolution across cultural, societal, organizational, and governmental domains. This article examines the transformative impact of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and electronic systems within Ukrainian customs operations and their broader societal implications. At the core of this exploration lies the pivotal role of ICT integration in modernizing the Ukrainian Customs Service amidst global challenges, exemplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. The study assesses the benefits, challenges, and implications of “electronic customs” and IT-driven reforms, focusing on the three pillars of sustainability, customs operations, and digital culture. Objectives encompass an evaluation of ICT’s significance in enhancing border management efficiency, addressing challenges, and leveraging opportunities through technology-driven customs initiatives. Synthesizing academic publications and governmental reports, the article provides comprehensive insights into the transformative potential of technology in customs management. Notably, the implementation of anti-corruption measures, particularly through the Single Window system, emerges as a successful endeavor in curbing malpractices while streamlining customs procedures. However, challenges persist, including swift adoption, cyber fraud risks, and systemic issues within customs authorities, necessitating phased implementation and continuous improvement. Ethical reflections on technology integration into governance mechanisms, educational reforms, and inclusivity discussions underscore the broader societal and philosophical shifts catalyzed by electronic customs. This sustainable digital evolution emphasizes ongoing ethical considerations to navigate the evolving role of technology in shaping governance, societal integration, sustainable customs operations, and the inherent alignment of digital technologies with the key objectives of sustainable development. \u0000Keywords: customs operations, digital culture, sustainable development, Single Window, cybersecurity, Information and Communication Technology, societal impact, ethical framework, cultural shifts","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139687223","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
R. Lohosha, Vadim Krychkovskyi, Yevheniia Moroz, Tetiana Kolesnyk, Tetiana Vakar
{"title":"Methodology and Engineering of a Sustainable Market Model","authors":"R. Lohosha, Vadim Krychkovskyi, Yevheniia Moroz, Tetiana Kolesnyk, Tetiana Vakar","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p306","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p306","url":null,"abstract":"The article presents the authors’ approach to the methodology (logic of cognition) of the market, the process of modelling a representative market with the proof of the possibility of appropriate management of the market state. The study was tested on the example of Ukraine’s vegetable market according to the development trends of the last 30 years. The functional model of the market was considered by the set of its functional factors and the possibility to identify market efficiency. It is substantiated that regulations should be considered through manipulation of a set of indicators and restrictions, which allows reducing market management to an essentially engineering task, the feasibility of which is determined by the dynamics of increase in the effects of market functioning. \u0000Keywords: market, market model, market functionality, market efficiency, market management","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139686802","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Role of Innovative Work Behavior, Teamwork Climate, and Information Sharing in Enhancing the Innovative Performance of Energy Companies","authors":"N. Jankelová, Juraj Mišún, Zuzana Joniaková","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p127","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p127","url":null,"abstract":"This paper aims to test a positive relationship between managers' support for innovative work behavior (IWB) and innovative performance (IP) of energy companies (EC), mediated by information sharing (IS) and teamwork climate (TWC). \u0000The sample consisted of 235 EC in Slovakia. Data analysis was carried out using the PLS-SEM method. \u0000The results show that support for IWB can be considered as a predictor of IP, as managerial support for employees' innovative behavior (IB) has a positive effect on firms' IP. However, its effect may be enhanced by the interaction of other factors. Transparency of communication and support for teamwork (TW) have positive effects on overall IP. Sharing information with employees and fostering a climate of TW become important tools for innovative management. Neither the manager's seniority nor the manager's age has a significant effect on the relationship examined. \u0000Keywords: innovative performance of energy companies; innovative work behavior; information sharing; teamwork climate; management of energy companies","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139871901","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abeer Harharah, Aya Abudawood, Farah AlWazani, Ghadi Borah, Sarah Oqbi
{"title":"Exploring the Emerging Podcast Culture: A Case Study of Podcast Cafe in Saudi Arabia","authors":"Abeer Harharah, Aya Abudawood, Farah AlWazani, Ghadi Borah, Sarah Oqbi","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p291","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p291","url":null,"abstract":"This research study delves into the burgeoning podcast culture in Saudi Arabia, with a specific focus on Candid Podcast Cafe. As the Kingdom experiences rapid social and cultural transformations, podcasts have emerged as a novel medium for self-expression, information dissemination, and entertainment. This investigation aims to provide an in-depth exploration of the role and impact of Candid Podcast Cafe within this evolving landscape. It outlines a comprehensive strategy for establishing and operating a business in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It encompasses various key aspects, including the company's description, mission, and vision, industry analysis, business analysis (PESTLE), customer analysis, and competitor analysis. Additionally, the study delves into the internal environmental analysis, specifically focusing on the marketing mix, and concludes with a thorough SWOT analysis, followed by a well-considered conclusion and recommendations. \u0000Keywords: Business Strategy; Growth Prospects; Market Research; Market Mix; PESTLE Analysis; Saudi Arabia Business Environment","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139877515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Organisational Behavior: A Risky Tale between Myth and Reality for Sustaining Workforce","authors":"Zeinab Younis, Marwa Ibrahim, Habiba Azzam","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p109","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p109","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: This research paper examines quantitatively the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an independent variable on three organisational behavior components as dependent variables: job satisfaction, personality, and attitudes. \u0000Design/methodology: The sample of our study includes alumni graduates of the past two years reflecting on post-covid19 era as young workforce from Cairo, Egypt. It is important to note that there is no sufficient data regarding the impact of AI on OB testing this bracket of young population workforce, and highlighting specific components in the study of OB. \u0000Findings: This research finding revealed that AI can explain 46.5 % of Organizational Behavior which refers to the importance of AI usage among organizations and how this might change the current organizational environments. \u0000Research Limitations: This research is limited by the fact that the sample encompassed a specific bracket of the young workforce age ranging from 20-35 years old even though they come from different backgrounds. \u0000Practical Implications: AI tools can enhance employees job satisfaction as well as it can help mitigate cognitive biases and groupthink, developing a decision-making culture that is more objective and data driven. \u0000Originality: Therefore, the utility of this research on the academic level highlights the fact of identifying major concerns and formulations of essential conclusions to get a deeper understanding of the relationship between the different variables stated. On the practical level, it sheds light for several organisations on the danger of technology replacement of employees due to the invasive impact of AI usage. \u0000Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Personality, Attitudes, Job Satisfaction, Organisational Behavior","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139883649","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Impact of Interrelationships among the Economic Sectors on Achieving Sustainable Development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia","authors":"Adhwa Al-Otaibi, Haga Elimam","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p87","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p87","url":null,"abstract":"This study is aligned with the vision of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2030, which seeks to achieve sustainable economic development. This study aims to estimate the size of the interrelationships among the economic sectors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from the period 1970 to 1920. The descriptive-analytical and econometric approaches were used to display the concepts and literature review relevant to the study as well as to analyze the interrelationships between the sectors of the national economy, which are represented in: the added value of (the manufacturing sector, the non-manufacturing industries sector, the service sector, and the agricultural sector) using Vector Auto- Regression model (VAR) and Impulse Response Functions. The results showed the weakness and limitations of the interrelationships among the economic sectors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in addition to the absence of leading sectors with a strong impact on the rest of the other economic sectors and are influenced by them as well. Accordingly, the study recommends the need to continue and intensify the diversification efforts made by the government to get out of the scope of a rentier economy, and to strengthen the interrelationships among the various economic sectors by applying appropriate reform models that are integrated with economic policies in a way that achieves the requirements of sustainable economic development. \u0000 \u0000 Keywords: Economic interdependence, economic development, economic sectors, economic diversification, Added Value","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139884262","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Well-being and Sustainable Development: An Exploratory Approach from a Marketing Perspective","authors":"Diana Vanegas Lopez","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p205","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p205","url":null,"abstract":"Since the publishing of the Brundtland Report (1987), which formally introduced, defined, and approached the concept of sustainable development creating the framework for its implementation, the concern for preserving what we have for future generations has steadily and significantly increased. Consumers, citizens, businesses, and public entities have acknowledged the need to ensure an appropriate economic, social, and environmental development capable of providing a sustainable common future. Strategies, plans, and programs have been drafted, projects and activities have been conducted, and a huge amount of practical experience, as well as a rich dedicated scientific \u0000literature, has been accumulated. \u0000The tremendous effort that has led to the SDGs, Net Zero, and Green Deal has been designed and implemented from a societal perspective under a vision underlining the prevalence of the common or greater over the individual good, the last one being the consequence of the overall development of the society. What if the perspective changes by focusing on the individuals and individual good considering the greater or common good as an aggregate result achieved by the entire society by adding the state of well-being experienced by each and every individual? Viewing the subject from a marketing angle, the aggregated well-being of individuals should generate an overall sustainable development of society. The article presents and discusses the findings of exploratory research assessing the connections between individual well-being and sustainable development \u0000Keywords: well-being, sustainable development, marketing","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139886729","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Olesia Stoliarchuk, Kristina Binkivska, Svitlana Khrypko, I. Spudka, V. Chop, Ivan Chornomordenko, Нanna Salo
{"title":"Interaction of Digital Trends and Sustainable Development: The role of Contemporary Art","authors":"Olesia Stoliarchuk, Kristina Binkivska, Svitlana Khrypko, I. Spudka, V. Chop, Ivan Chornomordenko, Нanna Salo","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p278","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p278","url":null,"abstract":"The purpose of the work is to analyze the impact of digital technologies on the sustainable development of contemporary art - an overview of the main trends that have emerged as a result of the integration of new media into artistic practices. The article methodologically classifies various genres of digital art by means of a critical qualitative analysis of practices, artworks, installations, exhibitions, collectives and events at the forefront of artistic innovation with new technologies. The scientific novelty lies in a comprehensive analysis of digital art through the prism of the concept of sustainable development. The work considers digital art not just as another technological innovation, but as a full-fledged artistic phenomenon of our time. The systematization of artistic practices associated with the use of the latest technologies is carried out, their common conceptual foundations are revealed. In addition, the article deals with issues of environmental sustainability, social responsibility, inclusiveness of digital practices. The dilemmas around the balance of technological innovation and artistic freedom from the perspective of sustainability ethics are outlined. The conclusions provide a conceptual understanding of optimal pathways for developing digital art in relation to societal sustainability. \u0000Keywords: digital art, sustainable development, new media art, network art, generative art, interactive art, AI, VR, AR, digital culture","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139886853","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dan-Andrei Panduru, Cezar Scarlat, Alexandra Ioanid
{"title":"Developing a Business Maturity Framework (BMF) in the Oil and Gas Industry","authors":"Dan-Andrei Panduru, Cezar Scarlat, Alexandra Ioanid","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p263","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p263","url":null,"abstract":"This study explores the utility of business maturity models in navigating dynamic business landscapes. It assesses existing models, develops an industry-specific Business Maturity Framework (BMF), and emphasizes foundational considerations for effective implementation aligned with organizational goals. The study concludes by highlighting the perpetual nature of business maturity and the BMF's efficacy in enhancing operational excellence, competitiveness, and sustainable growth in the oil and gas sector. The paper contributes to specialized literature by introducing a novel dimension that evaluates market and customer readiness for future digitalization levels, thereby providing a comprehensive approach to business maturity. \u0000Keywords: business transformation, digital process maturity, business maturity framework (BMF), incremental changes, maturity assessment, disruptive changes, oil and gas industry","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139814393","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
I. Gernego, L. Petrenko, Valentyna Lavrynenko, Mykhailo I. Dyba
{"title":"Trends and Focuses for ESG Investment Support: A Cross Country Comparative Analysis","authors":"I. Gernego, L. Petrenko, Valentyna Lavrynenko, Mykhailo I. Dyba","doi":"10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p167","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n1p167","url":null,"abstract":"Currently, the modern society faces a measure of challenges, connected with the lack of balance between the economic and social development issue. This has caused the growing recognition of sustainable and responsible practices within the financial decisions making process, providing a measure of transformations of both financial and business landscape, contributing to a more equitable and environmentally conscious society. The modern researches in finance are significantly influenced by the increasing demand for ESG, the strengthening of ESG principles implementation in wealth and assets management. According to PwC researches, the ESG-oriented assets under management market in Europe is already about 172 % in compartment with 2021 year, the forecasted increase till 2026 year will be nearly 50 % comparing to the current volume. Thereby, there is an urgent need to summarize the theoretical descriptions of ESG investing along with the current trends of particular ESG components transformation along with the considering analytical research on trends and focuses for ESG investing’s support. The current research problem lays in the highlighting the functionality of ESG-oriented activity and its investment attractiveness trough the overview of theoretical definitions of ESG, comparing with the Trends and focuses for ESG investing’s support within the representative sampling on countries from the World Bank’s databases. The study is focused on the detailed analysis of separate indicators within a group of ten different countries. “Agricultural land”, “Electricity production from coal sources” and “CO2 emissions” indicators are analyzed within the environmental component. The social component of ESG is represented by the “Government expenditure on education” and “Individuals using the Internet” indicators. The “Regulatory Quality”, “Rule of Law” and “Voice and Accountability” indicators are considered as a part of governmental component. The chosen countries (Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Japan, Norway, Poland, Ukraine, United Kingdom and the United States of America) represent deferent environment and approaches to ESG management and its investment support. The current research aims to represent the possibility to balance the ESG components, creating synergetic effect in case of their combinations. In particular, the attention is paid to the instruments of monetary and fiscal policy to balance ESG in the COVID-19 time. The elaboration of possible scenarios of ESG’s components balancing is possible in case of implementation of systematic measures to monitor debt sustainability and increase the transparency of banking institutions' balance sheets along with the developing the targeted measures to maintain an adequate level of liquidity and solvency of national economies, and coordination of national strategies and policies \u0000Keywords: sustainable development, sustainable finance, ESG investing, social-responsible business ","PeriodicalId":46519,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139819311","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}