1. Analysis of development factors and by products of small towns - case study of the town of Chojnice (Poland)Fabian Miszewski, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: Small towns constitute a vital component of the local economy. However, they currently face numerous challenges related to demographic trends, urban investments, and the availability of local products. The town of Chojnice in Poland was selected as a case study for the research on the development factors of small towns and their by-products. Methods such as SWOT analysis were applied to assess development factors and local products, while the role of resources in creating by-products was also evaluated. The results indicate that Chojnice is experiencing a demographic crisis, while its unique geographical location presents both an advantage and a disadvantage.
Keywords: territorial marketing, small-town development, social factors, economic factors, environmental factors
Published in DKUM: 21.01.2026; Views: 0; Downloads: 0
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2. Career aspirations of Slovenian ninth graders : the influence of personal factors and attitudes towards engineering professionsMateja Ploj Virtič, Igor Košak, Andrej Šorgo, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: The study examines the career aspirations of Slovenian ninth-grade students and analyses how these are influenced by personal factors and their attitudes towards engineering professions. Regression analyses on a sample of 779 students show that interest in outdoor work is a significant predictor of engineering career aspirations across all educational levels. Physical demands positively influence aspirations for engineering occupations requiring secondary or elementary education, while intellectual demands and employment opportunities encourage interest in engineering occupations at the tertiary level. A positive perception of engineering professions as interesting is a key factor for all levels of education. The results emphasise the importance of fostering interest in technical careers.
Keywords: inclusion, ninth grade students, career aspirations, engineering professions, personal factors influencing career choice, attitudes towards engineering professions
Published in DKUM: 22.12.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 0
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3. Discovering success factors in the pioneering stage of a digital startupKenedi Binowo, Achmad Nizar Hidayanto, 2023, original scientific article Abstract: Background and Purpose: Successful digital startups can generate income for the country and improve people’s lives. However, for prospective founders who will launch their startups, the success factor in pioneering digital startups remains unknown. The purpose of this study is to identify key success factors for digital startups in pioneering stages. Methodology: Thematic analysis is a method for identifying success factors in pioneering stage digital startups. The data will be collected from the interviews of ten startup founders. Results: The findings show that fifteen critical factors are success factors in the digital startup pioneering stage, namely; problems, business ideas, teams, business models, capital or funding, products, incubators, validation, competitors, marketing, mastery of technology, market analysis, founders and co-founders, partners, and passion. These findings are expected to be ground-breaking for anyone interested in launching a digital startup. Conclusion: The first conclusion that we can draw is that there are fifteen important factors that can be claimed and used as success factors in the classification of the digital startup pioneering stage. The second conclusion, based on the findings of the ten founders’ analyses, is that problem factors and team factors are two of the fifteen most dominant and influential digital startup success factors. Problem factor is critical for detecting problems encountered by many people and can motivate digital startup founders to develop solutions to these problems. While team factor is important because with a team, all problems raised are quickly and easily resolved, and all work is handled productively and collaboratively.
Keywords: digital startup, thematic analysis, digital startup pioneering, digital startup success factors
Published in DKUM: 08.10.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 5
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4. Juvenile delinquency in rural and urban communities : application of an integrated risk factor modelIza Kokoravec Povh, 2025, doctoral dissertation Abstract: The doctoral dissertation examines juvenile delinquency patterns in rural and urban environments and seeks to develop and test an Integrated Risk Factor Model of delinquency. The theoretical section discusses the challenging period of adolescence and the emergence of delinquent behavior as normative behavior. It then describes the concepts of juvenile criminality and delinquency, concentrating on specific problematic forms of delinquency and highlighting the importance of studying juvenile delinquency through both official crime statistics and self-report and victimization studies. The dissertation emphasizes the significance of environments and delinquency in urban and rural communities. This is followed by an overview of official statistics on juvenile crime and crime in both urban and rural environments, along with a presentation of key findings from studies on delinquency, victimization, and youth violence in Slovenia since its independence. Special attention is given to findings from the second international study on self-reported juvenile delinquency and victimization (ISRD2). The dissertation then discusses risk and protective factors crucial for studying and understanding delinquency. Finally, the theoretical section examines various criminological theories, focusing particularly on well-known integrated theories, and develops a new Integrated Risk Factor Model of delinquency, which is subsequently tested.
The empirical section of the dissertation tests the hypotheses and answers the following research questions: 1) What are the prevalence rates of self-reported juvenile delinquency in rural and urban areas in Slovenia? 2) Is there a correlation between socio-demographic characteristics (age, gender, immigration status, socioeconomic status, and religion) and involvement in juvenile delinquency? and (3) Can an Integrated Risk Factor Model explain delinquency in rural and urban environments equally well? A series of bivariate and multivariate analyses are performed using data from the 4th international study on self-reported juvenile delinquency and victimization (ISRD4), conducted between October 2022 and March 2023, which involved 2,653 juveniles aged 13–17 from urban and rural environments.
The results reveal variations in the prevalence and most common types of juvenile delinquency between urban and rural areas. It shows that delinquency is not solely a product of urban environments. Context-specific differences in demographic factors and risk factors are observed. The findings show that in rural environments, fewer risk factors influence delinquency. Still, these factors have a stronger impact, while delinquency among urban juveniles arises from a broader range of risk factors. This section also tests the Integrated Risk Factor Model. The model is structured around the relationship of delinquency to three broad concepts: 1) Crime Propensity (moral values and self-control); 2) Strain (Family (family bond, parental supervision, and adverse childhood experiences); school (school bond and school crime); and peers (delinquent friends and victimization)); and 3) Involvement (time spent in public places, at parties, and with family). The final Integrated Risk Factor Model successfully explains a significant portion of delinquency. However, the tailored model for urban and rural environments explains a slightly larger proportion of delinquency than the general model.
In the final section, three Integrated Risk Factor Models are presented: the general Integrated Risk Factor Model, the Urban Risk Factor Model, and the Rural Risk Factor Model. The conclusion addresses the implications of the findings for the hypotheses and research questions and provides suggestions for further work as well as recommendations for policy and practice.
Keywords: juvenile delinquency, rural areas, urban areas, risk factors, integrated risk factor model
Published in DKUM: 06.10.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 28
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5. Do consumer packaging preferences affect the choice of perishable products? A case study of mangoes in India : Študija primera manga v IndijiNupur Chakraborty, 2025, master's thesis Abstract: With the spotlight on mangoes in India, this study investigates how customer packaging preferences affect the choice of perishable goods. Mangoes are a popular but highly perishable fruit, so proper packaging plays a key role in keeping them fresh and appealing. A structured questionnaire was administered to 100 participants, gathering data on socio-demographics, shopping behaviours, and perceptions of various mango packaging types. The study employed non-parametric statistical methods to evaluate differences and correlations across key variables. The findings indicate that, when taking environmental impact into account, packaging type has a considerable impact on consumer decisions, even though intrinsic fruit qualities like taste and smell are still crucial. Compared to single-use plastics, biodegradable and reusable packaging solutions are significantly more popular. Customers who are more environmentally conscious and have an intolerance to food waste are also more likely to opt for sustainable packaging, as per our results. The study concludes that packaging not only serves a functional role but also acts as a significant determinant of consumer choice, particularly when aligned with environmental values. These insights can inform sustainable packaging strategies in the agri-logistics and food retail sectors in India
Keywords: Sustainable packaging, Consumer preferences, Environmental awareness, Sociodemographic factors, Purchasing behaviour
Published in DKUM: 09.09.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 22
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6. Perception of document management systems in digital transformation : VIII.Sandra Jordan, Samo Bobek, Simona Sternad Zabukovšek, 2025, independent scientific component part or a chapter in a monograph Abstract: Document Management Systems (DMS) are essential tools for managing organisational information throughout its lifecycle. Despite increasing adoption, many DMS implementations fail to deliver the expected value due to inadequate attention to Critical Success Factors (CSFs). This monograph investigates the impact of selected CSFs—such as top management support, process orientation, and organisational culture—on different phases of the DMS lifecycle: selection, implementation, and usage. Drawing on the ITIL framework and lifecycle-based thinking, the study employs a quantitative methodology using PLS-SEM on data collected from Slovenian organisations. The results show that CSFs vary in importance across lifecycle stages, highlighting the need for dynamic, phase-specific implementation strategies. The findings contribute to theory by integrating CSFs with DMS lifecycle management and provide actionable insights for practitioners seeking to optimise DMS adoption and performance.
Keywords: document management systems (DMS), critical success factors (CSFs), information systems lifecycle, ITIL, system implementation, PLS-SEM, organisational change
Published in DKUM: 29.08.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 12
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7. Key success factors in digital transformation : fundamentals developed from a bibliometric analysisTilen Medved, Tomaž Kern, Eva Krhač Andrašec, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: The article analyses a multidimensional digital transformation process. Digital transformation is a change or shift in operational and strategic frameworks necessitated by the rapid advancement of digital technology. Digital transformation is more than the implementation of advanced technology, it requires a cultural shift towards constant experimentation and openness to failure. Such changes make the organization agile, efficient, and customer-orientated, with the ability to quickly integrate new, comprehensive data into the entire decision-making and innovation process. The purpose of the research was therefore to analyse the key success factors in digital transformation. The analysis serves as a basis for further theoretical research in this field and for practical implementation in organisational systems. As part of this research, a bibliometric analysis was carried out using the open-source tool VOSviewer. The analysis shows that digital transformation is particularly relevant in the fields of Computer Science; Business, Management and Accounting; and Engineering, namely in Germany, China and the Russian Federation. We have come to the conclusion that the key success factors in digital transformation are as follows: corporate organization and technology, collaboration and cultural change, holistic strategy, leadership and organizational structure, continuous learning and conformity to best practises.
Keywords: digital transformation, advanced technologies, key success factors, bibliometric analysis, VOSviewer
Published in DKUM: 28.08.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 11
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8. Identifying the critical success factors for the introduction of an asset management system : a Delphi study in the healthcare sectorDamjan Maletič, Justyna Trojanowska, Matjaž Maletič, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: Purpose: For decades, attention has been paid to standardized management
systems, both in academia and in practice. This study focuses on an asset
management system (AMS), specifically the key critical success factors (CSFs)
for implementing an AMS in healthcare organizations.
Methodology/Approach: The study is based on a Delphi method with 15
participants from various Slovenian healthcare organisations who validated and
defined the most important CSFs.
Findings: The study shows a strong consensus among the experts with regard to
specific CSFs in the areas of management and leadership, employee competencies
and methods and tools for process improvement.
Research Limitation/Implication: The Delphi study method is based on a
selected sample of experts, which could have an impact on the generalizability and
replicability of the research.
Originality/Value of paper: This study provides a better understanding of CSFs
for the implementation of AMS based on the opinion and consensus of experts
holding different positions and professions in healthcare. As this topic has received
little attention in healthcare research and practice, this study serves as a preliminary
study to stimulate future work in this under-researched area.
Keywords: asset management system, standardization, critical success factors, healthcare, Delphi
Published in DKUM: 28.08.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 5
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10. New approach of modeling influential factors of safety climate in industrial companies with a predominantly female labor forceVioleta Stefanović, Milijić Nenad, Snežana Urošević, Ivana Mladenovic, Bruno Završnik, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: The research in this paper aims to develop an original model of the influencing factors of thesafety climate in industrial processes, as an important element of organizational development. Theset of collected data was analyzed by using statistical tool software packages SPSS 21.0 and LISREL8.80, based on testing a sample of 843 employees of industrial organizations with a predominantlyfemale labore force, in the Republic of Serbia, on the territory of Jablanica District. It was determinedthat the factors of the working conditions (WC), as well as attitude of employee towards the workingconditions (AE), can be indicators of the impact of employee safety. The developed model is apractical, acceptable and applicable solution that can bring positive changes in practice, regardingoccupational safety and health (OSH).
Keywords: factors of the working conditions, industrial companies, occupational safety, modeling, attitude of employees
Published in DKUM: 14.07.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 6
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