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Business Drivers in Promoting Digital Detoxification
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Author(s)/Editor(s): Simon Grima (Department of Insurance, Faculty of Economics Management and Accountancy, University of Malta, Msida, Malta & Faculty of Business, Management and Economics, University of Latvia, Riga, Latvia), . Shilpa (Lovely Professional University, India), Kiran Sood (Chitkara Business School, Chitkara University, India & Research Fellow at the Women Researchers Council (WRC) at Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC), Azerbaijan)and Sanjeev Kumar (Lovely Professional University, India)
Copyright: ©2024
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1107-3
ISBN13: 9798369311073
EISBN13: 9798369311080
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DescriptionThe rapid progression of the digital age has brought both benefits and drawbacks. While the convenience of constant connectivity and digital devices is undeniable, the increasing screen time poses health and well-being challenges. With a significant portion of the global population now regularly using the internet, concerns about issues like digital addiction, shorter attention spans, and lifestyle diseases have become urgent matters. Addressing these challenges and charting a sustainable path forward is imperative. Business Drivers in Promoting Digital Detoxification delves into contemporary initiatives across various industries that advocate for digital detox. This book showcases opportunities within this transformative trend, spanning from health and tourism to unexpected sectors. It not only highlights the necessity of digital detox for health but also reveals its potential as a gateway to innovative business ventures. Catering to academics, researchers, students, and professionals, this book serves as a guiding beacon in the complexities of the digital era. It not only clarifies the motivations behind the digital detox movement but also explores its implications. More than just insights, this book offers a roadmap to shape a healthier and sustainable future in our digitally connected world. Engage in this pivotal conversation, explore its pages, and gain the knowledge to drive meaningful change for yourself, your organization, and society as a whole.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Simon Grima (Ed.)
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 (Ed.)
Shilpa
did Ph. D. Agronomy (2022) from CSK HPKV, Palampur. She is ASRB-ICAR-NET qualified and the overall university rank holder during graduation and doctorate programme. Dr Shilpa has served as Assistant Professor at Abhilashi University,Mandi, Himachal Pradesh (2018) and Project Associate at CSKHPKV,Palampur (2022-23).Dr. Shilpa is presently serving as Assistant Professor, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab. She has also been serve the responsibility of secretary (2020-21) and president (2021-2022) of Student Association (P.G.) at CSKHPKV, Palampur. Dr Shilpa has guided 4 M.Sc students as major advisor. She has been awarded with 2 National awards by Professional Societies. She has published 55 research/conference papers, one book, 26 book chapters and 13 popular articles (Hindi &English).Dr. Shilpa has attended 7 national trainings till date.
Sanjeev Kumar (Ed.)
Sanjeev Kumar
is a professor at School of Hotel Management and Tourism, Lovely Professional University.
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