Sign in to use this feature.

Years

Between: -

Subjects

remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline

Journals

remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline

Article Types

Countries / Regions

remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline
remove_circle_outline

Search Results (536)

Search Parameters:
Keywords = value co-creation

Order results
Result details
Results per page
Select all
Export citation of selected articles as:
21 pages, 1292 KiB  
Article
Multiple Effects of Agricultural Cultural Heritage Identity on Residents’ Value Co-Creation—A Host–Guest Interaction Perspective on Tea Culture Tourism in China
by Youcheng Chen, Yuting Lin, Xinwei Su, Pengwei Chen and Huiqi Song
Viewed by 703
Abstract
The identity of community residents is the basis for passing on the GIAHS (globally important agricultural heritage system) and promoting the sustainable development of heritage sites. However, there is a lack of discussion in the existent literature on its composition and effective mechanisms. [...] Read more.
The identity of community residents is the basis for passing on the GIAHS (globally important agricultural heritage system) and promoting the sustainable development of heritage sites. However, there is a lack of discussion in the existent literature on its composition and effective mechanisms. Based on the theory of the ABC (Affect–Behavior–Cognition) model, we collected 482 questionnaires from residents of tea communities of the GIAHS. We construct a model of multiple effects of identity on willingness to co-create values based on the perspective of host–guest interaction. The results show that identity has both social identity and self-identity dimensions. It has a valuable effect on the process of host–guest interaction. It stimulates residents’ willingness to co-create value for the GIAHS through the chain-mediating effect of welcoming nature and emotional closeness. The study results reveal the theoretical mechanisms by which the identity of residents influences the multiple behaviors of guests. It also provides an interactive perspective for the study of the participation of the community in the GIAHS. At the same time, it promotes the local practice of value mining and development research in the GIAHS. In addition, it expands the research framework of value co-creation in heritage tourism. Full article
Show Figures

Figure 1

29 pages, 13081 KiB  
Article
Generation of Bio-Based, Shape- and Temperature-Stable Three-Dimensional Nonwoven Structures Using Different Polyhydroxyalkanoates
by Tim Hiller, Frederik Gutbrod, Louisa Bonten, Marc Philip Vocht, Mehdi Azimian, Julia Resch, Christian Bonten and Malte Winnacker
Polymers 2025, 17(1), 51; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17010051 - 28 Dec 2024
Viewed by 513
Abstract
Recent research has shown the potential of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), particularly poly(3–hydroxybutyrate) (P3HB), to form nonwoven structures with fine fiber diameter distributions ranging from 2.5 µm to 20 µm during the meltblow process. The shortcomings of existing fabrics of this type include high brittleness, [...] Read more.
Recent research has shown the potential of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), particularly poly(3–hydroxybutyrate) (P3HB), to form nonwoven structures with fine fiber diameter distributions ranging from 2.5 µm to 20 µm during the meltblow process. The shortcomings of existing fabrics of this type include high brittleness, low elongation at break (max. 3%), and a lack of flexibility. Furthermore, the high melt adhesion and the special crystallization kinetics of PHAs have commonly been regarded as constraints in filament and nonwoven processing so far. However, these two properties have now been used to elaborate a three-dimensional fiber arrangement on a matrix, resulting in the creation of dimensionally and temperature-stable “nonwoven-parts”. Moreover, this study investigated the PHA copolymer poly(3–hydroxybutyrate–co–3–hydroxyhexanoate) (PHBH), revealing a similar processability to P3HB and PHBV in the meltblow process. A significant increase in the (peak load) elongation in the machine direction was observed, reaching values between 5% and 10%, while the tensile strength retained unaltered. The addition of the bio-based plasticizer acetyltributylcitrate (ATBC) to PHBH resulted on an increase in elongation up to 15%. The three-dimensional fabric structure of PHBH exhibited complete resilience to compression, a property that differentiates it from both P3HB and PHBV. However, the addition of the plasticizer to P3HB did not lead to any improvements. This interesting array of properties results in moderate air permeability and hydrophobicity, leading to impermeability to water. Full article
Show Figures

Graphical abstract

26 pages, 289 KiB  
Article
Strategic Entry of Czech Construction Companies into the Bosnian Public Procurement Market: A Comparative Analysis of Legislative Frameworks and Market Conditions
by Jitka Matějková and Radek Dohnal
Sustainability 2025, 17(1), 115; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17010115 - 27 Dec 2024
Viewed by 400
Abstract
This article explores the strategic market entry of Czech construction companies into Bosnia and Herzegovina’s public procurement sector, with a focus on the intricate legislative, economic, and cultural variables that define this emerging market. Employing Bosnia as a representative case study, this research [...] Read more.
This article explores the strategic market entry of Czech construction companies into Bosnia and Herzegovina’s public procurement sector, with a focus on the intricate legislative, economic, and cultural variables that define this emerging market. Employing Bosnia as a representative case study, this research synthesizes traditional marketing frameworks like the 4Ps model with contemporary paradigms such as relationship marketing and value co-creation, delivering a multidimensional understanding of market navigation in transitional economies. The study employs a robust methodological approach, incorporating comparative legislative analysis, SWOT and PEST assessments, and primary data collection through stakeholder interviews and surveys. Key strategies identified include fostering local partnerships, aligning with sustainability imperatives, and adopting tailored market entry methods such as joint ventures and strategic alliances. The findings bridge theoretical constructs with actionable insights, offering a dual contribution: generalizable frameworks for international market entry and targeted strategies for navigating Bosnia’s public procurement landscape. By advancing the discourse on project-based marketing in construction, this research provides a comprehensive toolkit for both academic and practical applications. The conclusions drawn emphasize the need for innovative partnerships, collaborative value creation, and alignment with evolving market trends, offering actionable recommendations for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers alike. Full article
21 pages, 6841 KiB  
Article
Marine Origin vs. Synthesized Compounds: In Silico Screening for a Potential Drug Against SARS-CoV-2
by Amar Osmanović, Mirsada Salihović, Elma Veljović, Lamija Hindija, Mirha Pazalja, Maja Malenica, Aida Selmanagić and Selma Špirtović-Halilović
Sci. Pharm. 2025, 93(1), 2; https://doi.org/10.3390/scipharm93010002 - 26 Dec 2024
Viewed by 530
Abstract
Although COVID-19 is not a pandemic anymore, the virus frequently mutates, resulting in new strains and presenting global public health challenges. The lack of oral antiviral drugs makes it difficult to treat him, which makes the creation of broadly acting antivirals necessary to [...] Read more.
Although COVID-19 is not a pandemic anymore, the virus frequently mutates, resulting in new strains and presenting global public health challenges. The lack of oral antiviral drugs makes it difficult to treat him, which makes the creation of broadly acting antivirals necessary to fight current and next epidemics of viruses. Using the molecular docking approach, 118 compounds derived from marine organisms and 92 previously synthesized compounds were screened to assess their binding affinity for the main protease and papain-like protease enzymes of SARS-CoV-2. The best candidates from the xanthene, benzoxazole, and coumarin classes were identified. Marine-derived compounds showed slightly better potential as enzyme inhibitors, though the binding affinities of synthesized compounds were similar, with the best candidates displaying affinity values between 0.2 and 0.4 mM. Xanthenes, among both marine origin and synthesized compounds, emerged as the most promising scaffolds for further research as inhibitors. The papain-like protease was found to be more druggable than the main protease. Additionally, all top candidates met the criteria for various drug-likeness properties, indicating good oral bioavailability and low risk of adverse effects. This research provides valuable insights into the comparative affinities of marine origin and synthesized compounds from the xanthene, coumarin, and benzoxazole classes, highlighting promising candidates for further in vitro and in vivo studies. Full article
Show Figures

Figure 1

23 pages, 2811 KiB  
Review
Crisis Response in Tourism: Semantic Networks and Topic Modeling in the Hotel and Aviation Industries
by Ruohan Tang, Shaofeng Zhao, Won Seok Lee, Sunwoo Park and Yunfei Zhang
Sustainability 2024, 16(24), 11275; https://doi.org/10.3390/su162411275 - 23 Dec 2024
Viewed by 634
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global disruptions, with the hotel and aviation industries—two critical pillars of tourism—among the hardest hit. This study analyzed 451 hotel-related and 336 aviation-related records from the Web of Science database, applying semantic network analysis to uncover eight clusters [...] Read more.
The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global disruptions, with the hotel and aviation industries—two critical pillars of tourism—among the hardest hit. This study analyzed 451 hotel-related and 336 aviation-related records from the Web of Science database, applying semantic network analysis to uncover eight clusters of crisis management knowledge: basic functions, crisis response, operational strategies, epidemic prevention and control, crisis perception, innovative services, scope of influence, and internal and external environments. Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) topic modeling identified distinct thematic strategies for each sector. In hotels, these included Digital Innovation Transformation, Monitoring Management Procedures, Emotional Awareness Incentives, and Resilience Mechanism Establishment. In aviation, strategies focused on Green Economic Transformation, Co-creation Value Realization, Passenger Incentive Mechanisms, and Balancing Health Risks. By visualizing co-occurrence relationships and mapping thematic intersections and divergences, this study provides actionable insights into the recovery strategies of these industries. The findings offer robust support for developing targeted management approaches and decision-making frameworks to ensure the sustainable growth of the tourism sector. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Tourism, Culture, and Heritage)
Show Figures

Figure 1

23 pages, 2869 KiB  
Article
Encourage or Reject Employee Involvement: Value Creation in Human Resource Management in the AI Era—An Evolutionary Game Analysis of Enterprises and Employees
by Xiaowei Yang and Shumin Yan
Behav. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 1220; https://doi.org/10.3390/bs14121220 - 18 Dec 2024
Viewed by 547
Abstract
In the context of globalization and rapid technological advancement, the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought new opportunities and challenges to Human Resource Management (HRM). This study constructs an evolutionary game model to explore the strategy choices and evolutionary paths of enterprises [...] Read more.
In the context of globalization and rapid technological advancement, the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought new opportunities and challenges to Human Resource Management (HRM). This study constructs an evolutionary game model to explore the strategy choices and evolutionary paths of enterprises and employees in HRM value co-creation with AI involvement. We numerically simulated the dynamic evolution of strategies under different scenarios, revealing the equilibrium characteristics of strategic interactions between enterprises and employees in the AI context. The study finds that, first, the evolutionary game system between enterprises and employees converges to two equilibrium points: {cooperation, active} and {non-cooperation, passive}. Overall, the probability of the former is 2.39 times greater than that of the latter. Second, higher initial probabilities of cooperation and active involvement, along with lower costs for cooperation and active involvement, facilitate the system’s evolution towards the {cooperation, active} equilibrium. Third, enterprises are more sensitive to the benefit distribution ratio than employees. This study provides theoretical support for effectively conducting HRM practices in the AI era through systematic analysis of HRM value co-creation behavior, along with practical policy recommendations. Full article
Show Figures

Figure 1

38 pages, 9806 KiB  
Article
Integrating Citizen Participation in the Development of New ICT Services for Smart Cities
by Alexander Jesus Ricardo, Mónica Ayde Vallejo and José Edinson Aedo
Information 2024, 15(12), 812; https://doi.org/10.3390/info15120812 - 17 Dec 2024
Viewed by 406
Abstract
The transition of cities towards a smarter approach significantly benefits from citizen participation in the development and implementation of innovative information and communication technology (ICT) products and services. Despite the emergence of various initiatives in recent years aimed at guiding the development of [...] Read more.
The transition of cities towards a smarter approach significantly benefits from citizen participation in the development and implementation of innovative information and communication technology (ICT) products and services. Despite the emergence of various initiatives in recent years aimed at guiding the development of smart cities, there is still a lack of effective strategies to actively engage citizens, businesses, and educational institutions during the creation of these products and services. This study describes a set of practices that includes four co-creation techniques to facilitate the effort of software system development in collaboration with citizens and other stakeholders. The SEMAT standard is used to create and represent a method in which these practices are distributed across four stages: focus, definition, development, and validation. In each stage, a practice is proposed that incorporates a co-creation technique and complementary activities from various software engineering disciplines to promote active citizen participation; stimulate idea generation; and facilitate the creation of necessary documents and components for the development of the desired software system, including design systems, code files, conceptual representations, and technical diagrams, among others. Finally, the applicability and completeness of the method are validated through expert consultation in the fields of software engineering and smart cities. Recognized procedures are followed to obtain qualitative and quantitative results, such as improvement actions (addition or removal of elements), levels of consensus or acceptance, and opportunities for future work. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Information Processes)
Show Figures

Graphical abstract

25 pages, 844 KiB  
Article
Enriching Value of Big Data Cooperative Assets from a Time-Horizon Perspective
by Shaobo Ren, Patrick S. W. Fong and Yi Zhang
Sustainability 2024, 16(24), 10961; https://doi.org/10.3390/su162410961 - 13 Dec 2024
Viewed by 623
Abstract
Driven by the rise of big data, enterprises urgently need to accurately utilize users’ real-time and accumulated information to realize present value and establish long-term advantages, then achieving the sustainable development. Previous works identified value co-created through big data as “big data cooperative [...] Read more.
Driven by the rise of big data, enterprises urgently need to accurately utilize users’ real-time and accumulated information to realize present value and establish long-term advantages, then achieving the sustainable development. Previous works identified value co-created through big data as “big data cooperative assets”. However, while the mainstream research on this concept has primarily focused on analyzing its features, formation conditions, and influencing factors, particularly from the perspective of time-horizon value, an equally important area—the formation mechanism—has been neglected. To address this gap, this article constructs a classification framework of big data cooperative assets by combining time-horizon aspects with interaction dominators. It then examines the formation mechanisms of data link and data insight value through multi-case analysis. Overall, this research not only provides new perspectives for enriching the theoretical understanding of big data cooperative assets but also suggests useful practical guidelines for innovative interaction between enterprises and users in the age of data competition. In addition, improving the efficiency of realizing the value of big data cooperative assets helps the enterprise to better cope with external risks, such as market changes and policy adjustments, and maintain sound operations, further contributing to build a harmonious society and promote the construction of an ecological civilization. Full article
Show Figures

Figure 1

17 pages, 817 KiB  
Article
Only Platformization? No, Community First!
by Anna Roberta Gagliardi, Luca Carrubbo and Antonietta Megaro
Systems 2024, 12(12), 554; https://doi.org/10.3390/systems12120554 - 12 Dec 2024
Viewed by 451
Abstract
This study explores the sharing economy through the lens of service ecosystem theory, focusing on how resource integration and value co-creation enhance competitiveness. Using a conceptual framework and case study analysis of platforms like Airbnb and Uber, the research examines the systemic interactions [...] Read more.
This study explores the sharing economy through the lens of service ecosystem theory, focusing on how resource integration and value co-creation enhance competitiveness. Using a conceptual framework and case study analysis of platforms like Airbnb and Uber, the research examines the systemic interactions among actors within these ecosystems. The findings highlight the dual role of these platforms as drivers of innovation and instruments of platform capitalism. Practical and theoretical contributions include strategies for fostering resilience and sustainability in dynamic market environments. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Service Ecosystems: Resilience and Sustainability)
Show Figures

Figure 1

18 pages, 8342 KiB  
Article
What Kind of Institutional Configuration Incentivizes Farmers’ Behavior in Ecological Value Co-Creation of Cultivated Land?
by Siyu Zhang, Weiyan Hu, Li Chen, Yu Zhang and Liye Wang
Land 2024, 13(12), 2153; https://doi.org/10.3390/land13122153 - 11 Dec 2024
Viewed by 444
Abstract
Innovating institutional incentives and promoting multiple-subject interaction and cooperation to create ecological value of cultivated land are practical requirements for the sustainable protection of cultivated land and high-quality development of agriculture and rural areas. We performed a survey questionnaire of 862 farmers in [...] Read more.
Innovating institutional incentives and promoting multiple-subject interaction and cooperation to create ecological value of cultivated land are practical requirements for the sustainable protection of cultivated land and high-quality development of agriculture and rural areas. We performed a survey questionnaire of 862 farmers in the Wuhan Metropolitan Area and used the fuzzy set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) method to explore the institutional configuration effect of farmers’ behavior in the ecological value co-creation of cultivated land (FBEVCCL). The institutional configuration characteristics of the ecological value co-creation of cultivated land was analyzed, and we propose institutional optimization suggestions for the ecological value co-creation of cultivated land. The research results demonstrated the following: (1) A single institutional element does not constitute a necessary condition for the FBEVCCL, and it is necessary to analyze the institutional configuration effect. (2) Four institutional configurations lead to high-level FBEVCCL. Both formal and informal configurations have important impacts on the FBEVCCL, but the guidance, subsidies, and constraints of formal institutions are often the core driving factors, complemented by the shaping of farmers’ values to jointly enhance the FBEVCCL. The formal institutions of publicity and guidance, rewards and subsidies, and disciplinary constraints can to some extent replace each other. (3) The three institutional configurations lead to low-level FBEVCCL, and the lack of informal and formal institutions for incentives and punishments is the main reason for low-level FBEVCCL. In the future, we should further standardize the reward and punishment mechanism, enhance farmers’ green production skills, and sustainably enhance the behavior of farmers in the ecological value co-creation of cultivated land. Full article
Show Figures

Figure 1

18 pages, 281 KiB  
Article
How a Metaphor Inspired by Formula 1 Motor Racing Can Help Enhance the Work of a Social Inclusion Community Center
by Peter R. J. Trim and Yang-Im Lee
Businesses 2024, 4(4), 865-882; https://doi.org/10.3390/businesses4040047 - 10 Dec 2024
Viewed by 454
Abstract
Not-for-profit organizations provide a range of services that satisfy the needs of individuals and help a community to be sustainable. To explain how staff based at a social inclusion community center contribute to social impact, we undertake a case study and incorporate the [...] Read more.
Not-for-profit organizations provide a range of services that satisfy the needs of individuals and help a community to be sustainable. To explain how staff based at a social inclusion community center contribute to social impact, we undertake a case study and incorporate the stakeholder approach that draws on the activities of Pembroke House in south London. Pembroke House engages in social action and provides a number of services considered beneficial to the local community it serves. By adopting this approach, we place emphasis on how the value co-creation concept, which is reinforced by the social marketing approach, helps staff to provide different forms of intervention that ultimately give rise to trust-based relationships involving those providing the service and those receiving the service. To explain this, we make an analogy between a Formula 1 motor racing team servicing a car during a pit-stop while competing in a grand prix and a vulnerable person who visits a food bank seeking assistance in the form of a food parcel. Through the process of drawing on the use of metaphors and making a link with Formula 1 motor racing, we elucidate the value co-creation process and reveal how the social impact provision provided by Pembroke House can be intensified through the deployment of the stakeholder approach, which gives rise to a social inclusion community center partnership framework. Full article
23 pages, 1588 KiB  
Review
A Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Interaction on Value Co-Creation in Online Collaborative Innovation Communities Based on the Service Ecosystem Framework
by Chunzhen Wang, Xin Zhao and Jianzhong Hong
Behav. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 1177; https://doi.org/10.3390/bs14121177 - 9 Dec 2024
Viewed by 645
Abstract
Interaction is typically at the core of the value co-creation process through operant resource exchange in online collaborative innovation communities (OCICs). While some studies emphasize the facilitating effect of interaction on value co-creation, others have drawn opposite conclusions, such as more peer interaction [...] Read more.
Interaction is typically at the core of the value co-creation process through operant resource exchange in online collaborative innovation communities (OCICs). While some studies emphasize the facilitating effect of interaction on value co-creation, others have drawn opposite conclusions, such as more peer interaction leads to less idea generation. Thus, the purpose of this paper is to utilize the service ecosystem framework to clarify the overall relationship between interaction and value co-creation and to explore the moderating factors that may have contributed to the divergence and inconsistency of previous studies. We conducted a meta-analysis of 65 effect sizes obtained from 63 articles with a cumulative sample size of 25,185 between 2004 and 2023, using a random effects model. The results indicate that interaction has a significantly positive impact on user value co-creation within OCICs (r = 0.453, 95%CI [0.405, 0.499]), and the heterogeneity among studies was significant (Q = 1409.29, p < 0.001). The strength of this correlation was moderated by the types of interaction (human–computer or human–human interactions), the types of OCICs (business-sponsored or socially constructed online communities), and the number of involved OCICs (one or multiple online communities), but not by the cultural background. These findings support the service ecosystem perspective rather than resource scarcity theory by resolving the mixed findings regarding the relationship between interaction and user value co-creation. Furthermore, this study systematically examined the contingent factors separately across three levels, micro (types of actor interactions), meso (types and number of OCICs), and macro (cultural background), combining the whole and the part insights, and empirically integrating service ecosystems as the foundational paradigm and unit of analysis for value co-creation research for the first time. This research contributes to theoretical frameworks in service ecosystems and offers actionable insights for management practices in business and marketing. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Behavioral Economics)
Show Figures

Figure 1

22 pages, 3268 KiB  
Article
Unveiling Sustainable Co-Creation Patterns in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems of Shanghai’s High-Density Urban Communities
by Chenhan Jiang, Rui Huang, Shengyu Huang and Tao Shen
Sustainability 2024, 16(23), 10642; https://doi.org/10.3390/su162310642 - 4 Dec 2024
Viewed by 607
Abstract
Communities in China’s high-density cities, like Shanghai, are evolving from traditional residential roles into vibrant centers of entrepreneurial innovation. This research delves into the development of community-supported entrepreneurial ecosystems (CSEEs) in the city, with a specific focus on the sustainable co-creation mechanisms facilitated [...] Read more.
Communities in China’s high-density cities, like Shanghai, are evolving from traditional residential roles into vibrant centers of entrepreneurial innovation. This research delves into the development of community-supported entrepreneurial ecosystems (CSEEs) in the city, with a specific focus on the sustainable co-creation mechanisms facilitated by stakeholders, explored through a comparative study framework. By utilizing Kelly’s Repertory Grid Technique, 14 essential elements of co-creation are identified, which form the framework for classifying the cases into three distinct types. This study employs in-depth interviews and content analysis to analyze and contrast how these co-creation patterns are applied across cases representing each type. The results show that key factors, such as resource origins, the interaction between CSEEs and embedded communities, and participant selection strategies, significantly shape the variations in value co-creation mechanisms, processes, and outcomes. Recognizing the variety of co-creation models is crucial for enhancing both the vitality and efficiency of Shanghai’s CSEEs. Furthermore, this study offers valuable insights into managing co-creation efforts and predicting risks in similar contexts, contributing to the sustainable regeneration of urban areas through community-driven entrepreneurship and innovation. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Sustainable Products and Services)
Show Figures

Figure 1

15 pages, 1142 KiB  
Article
Participatory Methodologies as People-Centered Social Innovation: Listening to Voices of People in Policy Practice
by Swati Banerjee, P. K. Shajahan, Pravin Ghunnar and Mariya Shaikh
Societies 2024, 14(12), 256; https://doi.org/10.3390/soc14120256 - 29 Nov 2024
Viewed by 1154
Abstract
Participatory methodology is an important methodological paradigm to understand the diversity and plurality of people’s knowledge. Through a policy study, this article explores the creativity and dynamism of participatory methodology to center people and their voices, and conceptualises the same as people-centered social [...] Read more.
Participatory methodology is an important methodological paradigm to understand the diversity and plurality of people’s knowledge. Through a policy study, this article explores the creativity and dynamism of participatory methodology to center people and their voices, and conceptualises the same as people-centered social innovation (PCSI). The process of engagement elucidated in the article is not only a new way of performing research but also a process of co-creating tangible outcomes of the research in the form of a policy which affects the life and livelihood of the community in question. The empirical evidence is drawn from the study referred to here, ‘Compensation Policy and its Implementation Plan for Project Affected Fisherfolk of Mumbai Coastal Road Project (South)’. The article highlights the use of an optimal mix of different participatory tools and the nature of community engagement as social innovation in understanding the experiences of the fisherfolk and their lives and livelihoods and how it was impacted by the said project, subsequently co-creating a compensation policy for the affected communities. The approach adopted in the study attempts to reimagine empirical studies with a social innovation frame as ‘doing’ people-centered social innovation, which gives voice and visibility to the project-affected fishing communities in particular and marginalised actors in general in policy and practice in claiming their rights and entitlements. Through this process of co-production of knowledge, the study captured the multi-faceted impact of the project on the lives and livelihoods of various actors in the value chain, thereby paving the way for individualized compensation rather than household compensation, as is the case with many compensation policies in vogue. Full article
Show Figures

Figure 1

19 pages, 1003 KiB  
Review
Co-Creation in the Development of Digital Therapeutics: A Narrative Review
by Inês Mimoso, Teodora Figueiredo, Luís Midão, Joana Carrilho, Diogo Videira Henriques, Sara Alves, Natália Duarte, Maria João Bessa, David Facal, Alba Felpete, José María Fidalgo and Elísio Costa
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2024, 21(12), 1589; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph21121589 - 28 Nov 2024
Viewed by 789
Abstract
Digital therapeutics (DTx) are transforming healthcare delivery through personalised, evidence-based interventions that offer a cost-effective approach to health management. However, their widespread adoption faces significant barriers including privacy concerns, usability issues, and integration challenges within healthcare systems. This review assesses the current evidence [...] Read more.
Digital therapeutics (DTx) are transforming healthcare delivery through personalised, evidence-based interventions that offer a cost-effective approach to health management. However, their widespread adoption faces significant barriers including privacy concerns, usability issues, and integration challenges within healthcare systems. This review assesses the current evidence on DTx, with a particular focus on the role of co-creation in enhancing design and usability. A narrative review was conducted to identify studies exploring co-creation in DTx development. Three studies were selected for in-depth analysis, demonstrating that co-creation processes significantly improve the usability and effectiveness of DTx interventions. Findings underscore challenges in DTx implementation, including complex regulatory processes, digital inequality, high development costs, and difficulties in integrating with existing healthcare systems. Despite the existence of discrete examples of co-creation in DTx and its acknowledged value in the healthcare domain, systematic research in this field remains markedly limited. Future studies should prioritise establishing best practises for co-creation, with particular emphasis on methods to enhance data privacy and security, standardisation protocols, and patient engagement strategies to optimise DTx adoption and effectiveness. This review contributes to the growing body of literature on DTx by highlighting the potential of co-creation while also identifying critical areas for future research. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Health Care Sciences)
Show Figures

Figure 1

Back to TopTop