This report offers a comprehensive research rationale for a transition from a manual, Excel-based Quality Management System (QMS) to an automated, web-based one called Bizzmine, at De Ruyter Training & Consultancy. The research aims at key operational inefficiencies, including data integrity problems, …

The European Union Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act was adopted in 2024 to protect public interests from AI-related harms. We aimed to determine whether the AI Act captures the most relevant stakeholders’ values for a high-risk AI Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) for cardiovascular disease. Ethics …

True Price (TP) transparency offers a structured approach to integrate sustainability into SME investment decisions by quantifying hidden social and environmental costs. This study explores how SMEs respond to TP insights, identifying key enablers and barriers to adoption. The Theory of Planned Behavior …

This viewpoint article explores the potential of multistakeholder participatory scenario planning (PSP) as a tool to foster a sustainable visitor economy in underprivileged neighbourhoods. Feijenoord, a district in Rotterdam, is such an area. While the visitor economy offers economic benefits, it can …

The shift from linear to circular business models is critical for sustainability in the construction and manufacturing sectors in the Netherlands. However, many companies face significant challenges in making this transition, including financial constraints, cultural resistance, and regulatory hurdles, …

REducing Delay through edUcation on eXacerbations (REDUX) shows promise in reducing exacerbation recognition and action delays for chronic lung diseases in the Netherlands. However, factors influencing its successful implementation in China remain unclear. To identify the perceived factors influencing …

The Sloe area is an unembanked industrial port area in Zeeland. As sea levels rise, this area will experience increased flood risks. This is partly due to climate change, which is causing sea level rise to accelerate, and partly due to the area's vulnerability because it is located outside the dike ring, …

lorio, the newly opened restaurant at The Charles Hotel in Munich, is currently faced with the challenge of not meeting its targeted average spend per guest. As a result of a drastic reduction in seating capacity – from 35 to 16 tables – due to a complete restaurant design, management is under pressure …

As sustainable practices become increasingly important in consumer markets, brands are integrating upcycled ingredients into personal care products. However, consumer acceptance of these products is not guaranteed and often depends on psychological factors such as trust, perceived quality, and associations …

This paper investigates Giggle's strategic growth into Southern Europe, with a focus on Italy as a pilot market. Through a review of the literature, stakeholder interviews, and user surveys, it presents a legally compliant, scalable market entry strategy. Key findings indicate Rome's preparation for …