Methodologies for Active Knowledge Modeling

Information Technology has had significant impact on the society and has touched all aspects of our lives. So far, computers and expensive devices have fueled this growth. The challenge now is to take this success of IT to its next level where IT services can be accessed by masses. Masses here mean the people who (a) are not yet IT literate and/or (b) do not have the purchase power to use the current IT delivery mechanisms (PC centric model) and/or (c) do not find current IT solutions and services relevant to their life or business. Interestingly, a huge portion of the world's population falls in this category. To enable the IT access to such masses, this workshop focuses on easy-to-use and affordable, yet powerful, user interfaces that can be used by this population.

Despite a large number of existing telemedical applications as well as numerous issues in the current implementations, the desire for intensified integration of IT solutions for the health sector is unanimous amongst all actors involved (patients, practitioners, software and hardware developers, insurers, services, etc.). This reflects the state of digital systems in use in medicine today which have yet to arrive in the 21st century and operate well below the technologically possible. Telemedica/ methods remain mainly associated to flagship projects with often limited mid- or long termimpact on patient care practicesror scientific research. Supraregional or national standards are far from being defined. The register EUSTAR under patronage of the ESH is designed to fill gaps in the current IT solutions by utilization of the innovative software system SCITIM 0 to enable broad application of telemedicine and thereby provide evidence for its scientific and economical feasibility. For this the utilization of interventional decentralised telemonitoring (idTM 0 } is suitable as it preserves clear and direct patient practitioner bonds and communication. The fundamental measure of idTM 0 - to judge the quality of the te/emedica/ application by the medical quality of the consequent actions -is rarely considered by the majority of smaller projects where other tetemedical applications and methods are established.

The concept of ‘digital divide’ draws attention to the social context of technology usage. Current IT solutions are technology driven and are focussed on elite consumers in cities. In contrast, regional Australian communities face a number of problems such as remoteness, small population and distance. Knowledge and resource constraints also impact on these communities and businesses. Any attempt to transform regions using new information and communications technologies should take into consideration these unique factors. This chapter focuses on information access in two rural communities in Western Australia. A qualitative study followed by a quantitative phase in two regional towns explored how people access information and where information gaps lie. Results of this research suggest that, along with technical infrastructure, equal emphasis should be placed on the human/community element. Without this, regional transformation will remain mere rhetoric.

E-health Information Management according Types of DRGs and ICD Classification Systems: Greek Perspectives and Initiatives

The article is devoted to analyzing the possibilities and effectiveness of integrating information technology into classical methods of teaching foreign languages. It considers the main principles of traditional methods, reveals their strengths and weaknesses in the modern educational context. An overview of current IT tools and resources applicable to linguodidactics is provided, ranging from interactive online platforms and multimedia tools to artificial intelligence and virtual reality. Special attention is given to models and practical examples of integrating IT into grammatical, translational, direct, audio-lingual, and communicative teaching methods. The article also presents results from an empirical study that included a survey of teachers and students. This allowed us to assess the current level of application of IT, identify perceived advantages, and main challenges from the perspective of direct participants in the educational process. Based on the data obtained, conclusions are formulated about the potential of blended learning and practical recommendations are proposed to teachers, educational institutions, and developers of IT solutions for further improvement of foreign language teaching methods in the context of digitalization.

The aim of the paper is to present the research analysis and author’s practical experiences in implementing modern IT solutions. These solutions concern, in particular building and implementing the Integrated Multilevel IT Systems for Logistics, Finance and HR operating in the defense and security services. The detailed research was also on possibility of implementing systems for product coding, electronic shopping and distance learning. Implementing modern IT solutions should improve performance in logistics, finance and HR in defense and security services. The implementation of these solutions in both areas at the same time will be the most effective approach to manage the assets in the most effective way. Implemented IT solutions support rational planning, collecting, storing and using assets. Logistics management should be integrated with finances and Human resources, which facilitates delivery of necessary assets in tight quantity, quality, place and time for competitive price. This will influence achieving set aims (fulfilling tasks) in time of peace, crisis and war. Presented solutions set general directions for informatization and involve implementation of the latest technologies (software, applications, hardware, and computer networks) and IT security. As the result the Integrated Multilevel IT Systems for Logistics, Finance and HR should be built. This system with applied planning, analytical and evaluation applications operates in real time and facilitate information exchange with systems of national economy, NATO and EU. The base of Integrated Multilevel IT Systems for Logistics, Finance and HR is the reliable coding and identification system for all assets used and in stock. With the coding system it is possible to organize electronic shopping which help prevent corruption. The distance learning (e-learning) is another effective solution for logistics, finance and HR. Presented possibilities of implementing new IT solutions for logistics, finance and HR are not the only possibilities new IT solutions offer. The presented ones should serve as an inspiration for decision-makers to further actions, theoretical research and practical steps. The conducted research proved that new IT solutions influence better performance of logistics, finance and HR for defense and security services. It should also be indicated that implementation of new solutions for defense and security services is long organizational and intellectual process. It needs financial means, well prepared experts at single organizational levels where these solutions are being implemented.

This chapter presents IT solutions supporting knowledge management initiatives within project organizations. The first section describes the background of the problem, that is the difficulty of managing knowledge in project-based organizations. The second section presents a model of knowledge management as the activity of managing compromises on a number of dimensions, and uses this model to present IT solutions for project knowledge management. The last section discusses future trends and key challenges and focuses on knowledge representation.

<p>Business process outsourcing of IT solutions is a common and well embedded practice in many businesses. There has been much research into the aspects of the relationships between businesses and their BPO IT partners that make these relationships successful. Very little research has, however, been undertaken at the lower level of relationships between the specialist professional groups within the BPO IT firms, and how these relationships are affected by the roles each group plays. This paper explores these ideas using qualitative research methods within a current BPO IT firm to expose the key issues. Analysis of these themes is provided, and a model of roles and relationships for the professional groups that operate within such firms is proposed that combines the key attributes of the roles, the key relationships involved and the role each group plays within those relationships. Finally, recommendations are made as to the improvement of current practices to align behaviours with the proposed model.</p>

BackgroundThe DH End of Life Care (EoLC) Strategy (2008) identified EPaCCS as an enabler of greater co-ordination of patient care through supporting the elicitation, recording and sharing of people's key...

The current aviation MRO IT landscape

The development of medical devices with open source and collaborative design methodologies has the potential to increase the access to medical technologies, thanks to a feasible reduction of design, management, maintenance, and repairing costs linked to the open access of device blueprints. UBORA is an e-infrastructure for the co-design of open source medical devices, which promotes the compliance with internationally recognized quality standards and regulations for safety and efficacy of devices, taking the EN ISO 13485:2016 and the EU MDR 2017/745 as inspiration. UBORA guides the user through a systematic design process, from the identification of clinical needs, of risks class and relevant standards for the device, and provides project management tools, including a repository, finalized to the preparation of the pre-production device dossier. The process is supervised by expert mentors, which ensure that safety and efficacy criteria are fulfilled. The UBORA e-infrastructure is in line with the 2030 Agenda for the Sustainable Development Goals, promoting and strengthening the initiatives of an international community of designers, healthcare providers and policy-makers, toward the reduction of inequalities in the access to medical devices.

Road traffic has been exponentially growing with surging people and vehicle population. Road connectivity infrastructure has not been growing correspondingly and hence the research endeavors for optimal resource allocation and utilization of connectivity resources has gained a lot these days. Therefore, insights-driven real-time traffic management is turning out to be an important component in establishing and sustaining smarter cities across the globe. IT solution and service organizations have come forth with a number of automated traffic management solutions and the primary problem with them is they are unfortunately reactive and hence an inefficient solution for the increasingly connected and dynamic city environments. Therefore, unveiling real-time, adaptive, precision-centric and predictive traffic monitoring, measurement, management and enhancement solutions are being insisted as an indispensable requirement toward sustainable cities. We have come out with a novel approach leveraging a few potential and promising technologies and tools such as a reliable and reusable virtual model for vehicles, a machine learning model, the IoT fog or edge data analytics, a data lake for traffic and vehicle data on public cloud environments, and 5G communication. The paper details all these in a cogent fashion and how these technological advancements come handy in avoiding the frequent traffic congestions and snarls due to various reasons.

Introduction. The article examines the role of automation of managerial information processes in ensuring the strategic development of enterprises under conditions of digital transformation. It is substantiated that automation functions not only as a tool for operational organisational and informational management but also as a driver of competitive advantages. A crucial aspect of effective performance for modern enterprises is their ability to manage resources as data-centric processes. Theoretical foundations of automation are outlined, research methods are defined, and examples of implementing IT solutions for resource management at leading Ukrainian enterprises are analysed. In this context, the implementation of practical measures aimed at integrating automation and information technologies into the strategic management system is considered essential. Purpose. The purpose of the article is to form a systemic vision of strategic resource management in modern enterprises within the market environment by identifying key advantages derived from the use of automation tools and information technologies, and by analysing their impact on quantitative performance indicators such as productivity, efficiency, transparency and integrity. Methodology. The study employs a comprehensive approach that includes: general scientific methods (analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction); a systems approach for assessing the interconnection between automation processes and the strategic objectives of enterprises; case study analysis for examining examples from Metinvest, Ukrposhta, Rozetka and Prozorro; content analysis for summarising statistical and factual information; and comparative analysis for identifying the advantages and shortcomings of automation across enterprises in various sectors of the national economy. Results. Public financial time series for 2021–2024 in their original reporting currencies have been systematised; descriptive analytics and dynamic comparisons were performed. Productivity for JSC “Ukrposhta” was calculated as net revenue per employee; for private-sector cases, instrumental mapping (ERP, WMS/TMS/OMS, CRM, RPA/OCR/AI, EDI/API) and operational interpretation were applied. For Prozorro, evidence-based external evaluations of effects (cost savings, competition, cycle reduction) were summarised. Data reliability is ensured through verification of official sources and reproducible graphical outputs. The findings confirm that in the industrial case (Metinvest) automation manifests primarily as process stabilisation and cost control under production constraints; in the public operator (Ukrposhta) as productivity and throughput growth via WMS/TMS, digital channels and integration with Prozorro; in e-commerce (Rozetka) as rapid revenue scaling enabled by WMS/OMS/CRM and API integrations with logistics operators. For Prozorro, measurable fiscal effects (typically 5–10% savings on competitive procedures) and reduced transaction costs are confirmed. Overall, the effect profile is determined by asset structure and process discipline; maximum benefits arise under a “data as a product” approach and system interoperability.

The Baltic non-life insurance market has not only continued recording a dynamic premium growth in the past three years but also has shown a significant transition to digital technologies and solutions. Here, the development of customised insurance products and systems, assessment of claims, and creation of personalised customer experience can be considered best practices in the application of theoretical concepts and, accordingly, require continuous studies from a scientific point of view. Therefore, the following research aims to present an as-is status of existing solutions of digital insurance platforms in Baltic countries and to clarify their compatibility with customisation, personalisation, and value co-creation features at the practical product and functional levels. Accordingly, a case-study method following a combination of a descriptive embedded single-case design and the state-of-the-art method was applied in the analysis of the non-life insurance market, its e-channel environment, and platforms of three Baltic countries — Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. The multidimensional assessment matrix has been designed to present the results of the case study analysis on the practical product and functional levels. Research results refer to an assumption that ideas and methods of Mass Customisation and Mass Personalisation concepts, as well as their combination with digital solutions, penetrate the analysed part of the non-life insurance market in the Baltic countries and result in a mutually useful outcome for insurance companies and end-users. The paper contributes to further theoretical investigation of digitalisation and digital transformation of the non-life insurance market in the Baltic countries, as well as the development of practical knowledge in combined management and IT solutions application.

Collaborative Declarative Modeling combines the flexibility of abstract declarative description of a scene with the integration of views and opinions of multiple designers. One of the stages where this integration applies is the scene understanding phase, where solutions corresponding to the submitted description are visualized and evaluated. In the current work we propose a mechanism for collaborative solution evaluation based on previous feedback with respect to each collaborating designer’s preferences. Designers are grouped into clusters of preference revealing the proximity of their evaluations for previously seen solutions. These clusters are formed upon criteria ensuring wide inter-cluster preference representation and thorough intra-cluster compactness. Clusters subsequently participate through representative designers to the formation of the consensus solution set corresponding to the submitted description. The proposed mechanism allows adjustment of parameters controlling intuitive characteristics of the collaborative declarative design methodology such as importance of each designer and strictness in solution evaluation.