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Business Drivers in Promoting Digital Detoxification by Simon Grima (Hardback)
£263.00
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Product Ref. (e.g. ISBN, SKU)
9798369311073
Published:
31 Jan 2024
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
xxxxxii, 355 pages
Dimensions:
254x178x22mm
Weight:
0.272kgs
Author:
Provides a comprehensive exploration of contemporary initiatives championed by diverse industries to promote digital detox, and reveals the myriad of opportunities embedded within this transformative trend.
The digital age is rapidly progressing, and the ubiquitous presence of technology has become both a boon and a bane. The undeniable convenience of constant connectivity and digital devices has led to a new challenge: a sharp increase in the time we spend looking at screens, which has a consequential impact on our health and well-being. With a the majority of the global population having access to and using the internet regularly, concerns about digital addiction, reduced attention spans, and lifestyle diseases have become pressing issues. The dire need to address these challenges and navigate a sustainable path forward is more evident than ever. Business Drivers in Promoting Digital Detoxification serves as a comprehensive exploration of contemporary initiatives championed by diverse industries to promote digital detox and reveals the myriad of opportunities embedded within this transformative trend. From the spheres of health and tourism to unexpected sectors, this volume stands as a testament to the potential of embracing digital detox not only as a health imperative but also as a gateway to innovative business ventures. For academics, researchers, students, and professionals, this book serves as a guiding light amidst the complexities of the digital era. It not only elucidates the drivers behind the digital detox movement but also uncovers the uncharted territory of its implications. Business Drivers in Promoting Digital Detoxification is more than a compilation of insights; it is a roadmap for shaping a healthier and more sustainable future in a digitally connected world. Join us in this pivotal conversation, delve into its pages, and emerge equipped with the knowledge to drive meaningful change for yourself, your organization, and overall society.
About the Author: Simon Grima, PhD, is the Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy and Associate Professor and Head of the Insurance and Risk Management Department at the University of Malta, Msida, Malta. He coordinates the MA and MSc Insurance and Risk Management degrees and the undergraduate degree program in Insurance. He is also a Professor at the University of Latvia, Faculty of Business, Management and Economics and a visiting Professor at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy. He served as the President of the Malta Association of Risk Management and President of the Malta Association of Compliance Officers. In addition, he is the chairman of the Scientific Education Committee of the Public Risk Management Organization (PRIMO) and the Federation of European Risk Managers (FERMA).. His research focuses on governance, regulations, and internal controls. He has over 35 years of varied experience in financial services, academia, and public entities. He has acted as co-chair and is a member of the scientific program committees at several international conferences. He is also a chief editor, editor, and review editor of several journals and book series. He has been awarded outstanding reviewer for the Journal of Financial Regulation and Compliance Emerald Literati Awards in 2017 and 2022. Professor Grima acts as an independent director for financial services firms; sits on risk, compliance, procurement, investment, and audit committees; and carries out duties as a compliance officer, internal auditor, and risk manager.Shilpa Chaudhary is working as an Assistant Professor at Mittal School of Business, Lovely Professional University, Punjab. She has 11 years of teaching experience. She has presented various papers in national and international conferences. Her research mainly focuses on social capital, Absorptive capacity, Innovation, innovation capabilities and various contemporaneous issues
| Number of pages | xxxxxii, 355 |
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