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2024

Roadmap for Implementing Business Intelligence Systems in Higher Education Institutions: Systematic Literature Review

Authors
Sequeira, R; Reis, A; Alves, P; Branco, F;

Publication
INFORMATION

Abstract
Higher education institutions (HEIs) make decisions in several domains, namely strategic and internal management, without using systematized data that support these decisions, which may jeopardize the success of their actions or even their efficiency. Thus, HEIs must define and monitor strategies and policies essential for decision making in their various areas and levels, in which business intelligence (BI) plays a leading role. This study presents a systematic literature review (SLR) aimed at identifying and analyzing primary studies that propose a roadmap for the implementation of a BI system in HEIs. The objectives of the SLR are to identify and characterize (i) the strategic objectives that underlie decision making, activities, processes, and information in HEIs; (ii) the BI systems used in HEIs; (iii) the methods and techniques applied in the design of a BI architecture in HEIs. The results showed that there is space for developing research in this area since it was possible to identify several studies on the use of BI in HEIs, although a roadmap for its implementation was not identified, making it necessary to define a roadmap for the implementation of BI systems that can serve as a reference for HEIs.

2024

Fundamentals of a Digital Marketing Plan for a Tourism Infrastructure in Alentejo

Authors
Popova, M; da Fonseca, MJS; Garcia, JE; Andrade, JG;

Publication
INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGIES, VOL 4, WORLDCIST 2023

Abstract
There is no doubt that tourism benefits Portugal's economy. The area should be able to better target the market for its travel and tourist products and increase its performance with the use of a marketing strategy, especially in a field where global competition is always increasing. This digital marketing plan seeks to analyze the strengths and limitations of the Portuguese region in its target markets, as well as the most current advancements in the global travel and tourism sector. In this work, it is conducted an analysis of both micro and macro environments of Casa Pereirinha. In addition, it was created a marketing mix based on the 7P's. Furthermore, the work provides the prospective avenues for product growth and marketing following the markets' stated growth objectives. This project comprises creating a comprehensive digital marketing strategy for Casa Pereirinha as a significant example of the region's tourism business, and the primary purpose is to conserve its past, while developing a new strategy.

2024

Overcoming Obstacles to the Assembly, Integration and Testing of the WSS/METIS

Authors
Filho, M; Amorim, A; Carvalho, F; Garcia, P;

Publication
MODELING, SYSTEMS ENGINEERING, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR ASTRONOMY XI, PT 1

Abstract
The WSS is a subsystem being designed and manufactured by the CENTRA team ( Portugal) for the ESO ELT first light instrument METIS. The WSS consists of three substructures - the support system (ELP), the alignment system (CAS), and the access and maintenance system (RIG). In total, the WSS dimensions are approximately 6 x 6 x 6 meters. In order to fully assemble, integrate, and test such a large structure, an integration hall of at least 2.5 times the WSS volume would be required to accommodate the necessary lateral and vertical clearance around WSS. Such integration halls are not readily available or accessible. In order to overcome this challenge, we have devised a 3-step strategy to assemble, integrate, and test the WSS at three different locations in three different configurations.

2024

The Iliad digital twins of the ocean: opportunities for citizen science

Authors
Parkinson, S; Ceccaroni, L; Edelist, D; Robertson, E; Horincar, R; Laudy, C; Ganchev, T; Markova, V; Pearlman, J; Simpson, P; Venus, V; Muchada, P; Kazanjian, G; Bye, BL; Oliveira, M; Paredes, H; Sprinks, J; Witter, A; Cruz, B; Das, K; Woods, SM;

Publication
CHANGE - THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF CITIZEN SCIENCE

Abstract
In recent years, there has been growing interest in digital twins (or virtual representations) of the environment. Programs in the European Union and the UN are investing in digital twins, particularly those of the ocean (DTOs). While citizen science has been mentioned as a potential data source for digital twins, the full potential of citizen science in this context has yet to be fully realised. The Iliad project (https://ocean-twin.eu), funded by the European Commission, is developing a comprehensive set of digital twins of the oceans which are interoperable, data-intensive, and cost-effective. The project (2022-2025) brings together over 50 partners to demonstrate the technologies and methodologies required to develop DTOs. Citizen science and engagement play a pivotal role in the project, with the following goals: (a) exploring the potential for citizen science to contribute to digital twins of the oceans; (b) demonstrating how citizen scientists (and society more broadly) can benefit from digital twins. The Iliad team is currently working on over 20 separate digital twins of the oceans that fall into two primary categories: (i) environmental and ecological digital twins; (ii) engineering and industrial digital twins. Using the Iliad DTOs as case studies, lessons learned for citizen science are presented from the development of each digital twin.

2024

Monitoring Reinforced Concrete Structures Using Iron Thin Film Coated Optical Fibre Sensors

Authors
Da Silva, M; Carvalho, PM; Mendes, P; De Almeida, MMM; Coelho, CC;

Publication
EPJ Web of Conferences

Abstract
Structural health monitoring (SHM) of reinforced concrete structures (RCS) is crucial for mitigating the consequences of their deterioration. By identifying and addressing the issues early, SHM helps reduce environmental impact, safeguard lives, and enhance economic resilience. Rebar corrosion is a leading cause of early RCS decay and optical fibre sensors (OFS) have been employed for its monitoring. Reflection optrodes using optical fibres where the tip is coated with iron (Fe) thin films offer a robust, long-lasting and straightforward solution. This study investigates the tracking of spectral changes during the Fe thin film corrosion, which has been neglected in the literature, in favour of tracking reflection changes from thin film spalling. A multimode fibre tip, coated with a thin Fe layer embedded in concrete, allows spectral changes to be observed during corrosion. A 100 nm thick Fe film was deposited using radio frequency magnetron sputtering on polished fibre tips. Corrosion was induced by applying salted water drops and allowing the fibre tip to dry. Corrosion monitoring was successful for both air-exposed and cement-embedded tips, with results compared to reflection simulations of Fe, Fe2O3, and Fe2O3 thin films. This study supports monitoring at different wavelengths, enhancing robustness, cost-effectiveness and earlier detection. © The Authors.

2024

Advanced Persistent Threats Attribution-Extending MICTIC Framework

Authors
Brandao P.R.; Mamede H.S.; Correia M.P.;

Publication
Journal of Computer Science

Abstract
This research is inserted in the context of cybersecurity and specifically in the attribution of Advanced Persistent Threats (APT). The investigation that gave rise to the article studies the MICTIC Framework, validating it and proposing an extension to facilitate the assignment of APTs. In this research, we present the motivation for this proposal and its validation. Also, the MICTIC is presented layer by layer and the extended version is submitted for validation through a survey of around 50 university professors and researchers. Due to the fact the MICTIC by itself has not been validated, we decided to do that in conjunction with the extension proposal. Attribution is very important because lets you know who promoted or who carried out an APT-type attack. On the other hand, just the fact that there are sophisticated Attribution mechanisms can act as a deterrent to future attacks. This research contributes to greater ease in obtaining the Assignment of APTs and consequently in understanding how this type of cybercrime works. so much so that there are few studies on the Assignment of APTs. This study objectively contributes to achieving the APT attribution by combining technological and non-technological techniques. It contributes to achieving computer security environments since an APT Attribution is a high deterrent to an APT group getting uncovered and an Attribution being assigned to it. Typically, cybercriminals who have been identified have stopped operating, whereas the opposite is not true; unidentified actors persist with attacks for a long time. Thus, this study also contributes to the overall maintenance of cybersecurity.

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