Title: State of Digitalization in the Southeast Asia Region
Authors: Suranto, B., Kovač, N., Haryono, K., Abdul Rahman, S.F., Mohd Shukri, A.F., Suder, M., & Kusa, R.
This paper presents a bibliometric analysis of the state of digitalization in Southeast Asia, focusing on the period from 2018 to 2023. By leveraging the Scopus database, we conducted a comprehensive review of literature in the digital domain, identifying key trends, regional disparities, and thematic focuses within the ASEAN nations. Our analysis reveals significant strides in digitalization, marked by increased scholarly attention and publication output, particularly from countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. The study also highlights a stark digital divide within the region, with countries like Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar lagging in digital infrastructure and literacy. We analyzed 5058 articles from the last five years, applying a bibliometric approach to assess publication patterns, author affiliations, and emerging research themes. The results indicate a diversified research landscape, with significant contributions in areas such as digital governance, economy, infrastructure, and societal impacts. The paper also discusses the role of digitalization in economic growth, social inclusion, and sustainable development within the region. Our findings underscore the importance of regional collaborations and targeted policies to bridge the digital divide. We emphasize the necessity of inclusive digital strategies that consider the unique socio-economic and cultural contexts of each ASEAN country. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers, academicians, and industry stakeholders, guiding future research agendas and digital initiatives in Southeast Asia. The bibliometric analysis not only maps the scholarly terrain but also offers actionable intelligence for decision-makers in navigating the digitalization landscape across this dynamic and diverse region.
Title: Digital Divide in the European Union
Authors: Kovač, N., Żmija, K., Roy. J.K., Kusa, R., & Duda, J.
This paper explores the evolving landscape of digitization research within the European Union (EU) and Western Balkan (WB) countries over the past five years. Employing a detailed selection methodology and leveraging the extensive Scopus database, the study analyzes 1119 articles from EU countries and 277 articles from WB countries. The multidisciplinary nature of ongoing digitization research is evident, encompassing diverse fields such as technology,
agriculture, law, and education. Key findings highlight the spatial distribution of publications within the EU, revealing varying levels of digitalization across member states. The collaborative nature of EU universities is emphasized, with a diffuse distribution of research efforts. In the WB, Serbia emerges as a research powerhouse, particularly affiliated with the University of Belgrade and the University of Novi Sad. However, a notable observation is the
localized focus of WB countries on regional research topics. Keyword network analysis unveils distinct research priorities, with the EU focusing on digital technologies, economic advancements, and sustainable development, while the WB emphasizes societal inquiries, digital domains, and gender-diverse research. The differing research priorities underscore the need for tailored strategies to bridge digital disparities. Despite these insights, the study has
limitations related to database selection and the evolving nature of bibliometric data. This research provides a foundation for future studies, offering perspectives on digitization trends and guiding policy considerations for both the EU and WB regions.
Tittle: Digital Performance of Public Sector Institutions in South-East Asia
Authors: Anetta Caplanova & Sophia Dimelis
The paper aims to provide an assessment of the digital performance of the public sector institutions in the South-East Asian region, focusing on Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
The assessment of the digital performance of public authorities in these economies is based on the evidence provided by existing studies as well as on various indicators such as the UN e-government digital indices, the OECD’s SME policy indices, the World Bank global competitiveness indicators as well as the IMD digital competitiveness indicators. The paper also investigates factors that have impacted the E-government performance using a panel data set comprising all East Asian countries over the period 2003-2022 using panel data econometric techniques. The empirical analysis showed the importance of institutional and demographic factors and the level of development for improving the e-government performance of South-East Asian countries. Policy recommendations are derived based on this analysis.
Title: Bibliometric analyses on digital payment using lens.org and voiseviewers: comparasion of research between Malaysia and Poland
Authors: Nor Irvoni Mohd Ishar, Mior Harris Mior Harun, Azlina Hanif, Nur Arfah Mustapha, Rafal Kusa, Joanna Duda
An unprecedented surge in digital payments has had a profound effect on the economic development of developing nations. This transition has enabled greater financial inclusion through the provision of banking services to populations that were previously marginalised. In addition, it has reduced reliance on physical currency, thereby improving security and transparency. This bibliometric analysis examines the research on digital payments in Malaysia and Poland, providing a comparative perspective on research patterns and contributions in these two countries. Furthermore, this study offers a comprehensive examination of the research environment in Malaysia and Poland, elucidating the distinct approaches, methodology, and areas of emphasis in each nation. These findings provide useful insights for those interested in championing digital payment initiatives, as well as contributing to a more robust and resilient digital payment framework. As digital payment ecosystems mature, their significance in altering the economic landscape of emerging countries is likely to become more evident in facilitating cross-border knowledge exchange and collaboration.
Title: The State of Digitalization in Montenegro and Indonesia: A Comparative Study
Authors: Ivan Piper, Ratna Roostika, Majang Palupi
The primary objective of this research is to conduct a comparative analysis of the state of digitalization in Montenegro and Indonesia. Therefore, the aim of this research is to analyze the current status of digitalization in these two countries, the effects of COVID-19 on the process of digitalization, as well as other potential factors that have affected the process of digitalization in Montenegro and Indonesia.
The research is based on methodology which includes review of existing scientific literature and various reports, government reports, strategies and other relevant documents, as well as data analysis in Montenegro and Indonesia. The results show that there are a number of
concrete positive consequences of the coronavirus crisis when it comes to the process of digitalization, and that the role of governments is getting bigger in that regard. The mindset of people has changed in the past several years, which led to new needs, as well as new and faster ways of doing business, or life in general. However, several factors are identified that could hinder the process of digitalization in Montenegro and Indonesia. Therefore, due to poverty and digital illiteracy, especially in rural areas, it is questionable if the whole population of these two countries have enough knowledge, skills, sufficient technology and equipment to be able to adapt to new digital procedures.