We are delighted to present this compilation of insightful contributions from the Global Conference on Entrepreneurship and Economy in an Era of Uncertainty (EEEU23) hosted by the International Research Center for Higher Education and Business Cooperation in Poland. This book explores the ever-changing field of entrepreneurship in the digital economy, emphasizing the pivotal role of innovation in navigating through today's global disruptions, such as pandemics and regional instabilities that reverberate through economies.
In a time where rapid innovation is the linchpin for sustained relevance, companies face the critical imperative of adapting swiftly to the changing tides. This collection sheds light on the reality that organizations, even those with a long-standing market presence and solid managerial frameworks, can only avoid obsolescence if they innovate at the pace demanded by contemporary circumstances. The cautionary tales of once-thriving entities like Eastman Kodak Company, Polaroid Corporation, Xerox, and others serve as poignant reminders of the imperative of agile innovation in today's business environment.
The chapters presented within this book offer a thorough exploration of the profound influence of digital innovation on entrepreneurship, coupled with an examination of the pivotal role of strategic organizational management in the sustenance and prosperity of enterprises. As such, this book is an invaluable resource for researchers and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the application of innovation and disruptions in entrepreneurship and organizational management.
The insights and disclosures encapsulated within these pages will catalyze meaningful dialogue and inspire innovative approaches to pursuing entrepreneurial success amidst a landscape characterized by uncertainty.
Sebastian Kot, Ph.D. is currently an associate professor in management and supply chain management and deputy dean for scientific development at the Faculty of Management, Czestochowa University of Technology, Poland. He has over 25 years of teaching, research, and managerial experience in higher education. He is an extraordinary professor at the North-West University, South Africa. He is a founder and co-editor of the Polish Journal of Management Studies. He is a member of Editorial Boards and a reviewer of numerous journals. His scientific interest includes supply chain management, SME management and development, logistics, transportation as well as scientometrics.
Bilal Khalid received a Ph.D. in Industrial Business Administration from KMITL Business School, Bangkok. He is a lecturer at KMITL Business School. His multidisciplinary research interests cover digital transformations, omnichannel marketing, information technology management, cross-border education,healthcare management, data analytics, and sustainability in ICT management; Dr. Bilal Khalid also serves on an editorial board at the Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development, Journal of Computer Networks and Communications, Education Research International, and a reviewer for several journals.
Adnan ul Haque, Ph.D. holds a DBA in Organizational Behavior from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, UK. He received the Best PG Research Student Award from the University of Sunderland, (MBA-HRM), a PGD in Business and Management, UK, Diploma in Research and Leadership, from the University of Copenhagen. He got distinctions in MPA and BPA (Hons) from the University of Karachi, Pakistan. Currently, he is a professor of Business at Yorkville University, Canada. He is a corporate trainer, consultant, guest editor, and keynote presenter.
