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<p>1. Introduction to the Handbook.- 2. Bounded perfection: Harnessing the power of technological advancement to spur sustainable transition.-&nbsp;PART I—SMART AGRICULTURE, FOOD PRODUCTION, AND CLEAN WATER FOR ALL.-&nbsp;3. Digital and sustainable: Business ecosystem, digital platforms, and big data in the Norwegian livestock farming and food-producing industries.- 4. Digitalization, frugal innovation, and sustainable development in the Global South: Opportunities and challenges of a frugal smart water pump.-&nbsp;PART II—SMART INDUSTRY FOR A SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION.- 5. Industry 4.0 at the service of product sustainability.- 6.&nbsp;Technology and sustainable development—(New) frontiers for the textile, clothing, leather, and footwear sectors and fashion branding.-&nbsp;PART III—SMART SERVICES AND SOCIAL WELL-BEING.- 7. A quantitative analysis of the factors affecting citizens’ intention to adopt smart mobility services.- 8. Co-creation mechanisms in digital service supply chains: A performance measurement approach.-&nbsp;9. Telemedicine Interventions in India: Understanding Facilitators and Impediments.- PART IV—EDUTECH FOR LEARNING.- 10. Creating an engaging virtual classroom for learning SDG 11: A case study at Master in Management Program, Telkom University, Indonesia.- 11. Antecedents of usability to sustain users’ engagement in online learning.-&nbsp;PART V—DIGITALIZATION FOR THE ECOLOGICAL TRANSITION.-&nbsp;12. Digital tools in climate adaptation governance in Malaysia.-&nbsp;13. Impact of social media information on the adoption of sustainable behavior: A gender perspective.- 14. Fintech and Sustainability: A literature review.- PART VI—RISKS AND POTENTIAL NEGATIVE EXTERNALITIES OF DIGITALIZATION: STRATEGIES FOR A RESPONSIBLE DIGITALIZATION.- 15. Making the digital economy circular: End-of-life treatment of digital products and their implications for sustainable management of e-waste in African cities.- 16. Transfer Learning Application for an Electronic Waste Image Classification System.- 17. Impacts of Digitization: Assessing the Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Digital Initiatives.- 18. Surveillance capitalism; The transformation of raw online data into valuable assets by high-tech companies. Is AI governance a threat or a solution to our privacy concerns?.</p>

<p><strong>Myriam Ertz</strong> is Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Quebec at Chicoutimi (UQAC), Canada.</p>

<p><strong>Urvashi Tandon</strong> is Associate Professor at Chitkara Business School, Chitkara University, India.</p>

<p><strong>Shouheng Sun</strong> is Assistant Professor at the University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB), China.</p>

<p><strong>Joan Torrent-Sellens</strong> is Full Professor at the Economics and Business Studies Department of the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), Spain.</p>

<p><strong>Emine Sarigöllü</strong> is Associate Professor of Marketing at Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University, Canada.</p>

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<p>“This book shows how vast the digital transformation concept can be. The different issues addressed present a diversity of research problems, society challenges and economic opportunities that can be analyzed from the</p>

<p>technological perspective of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.”</p>

<p>— <strong>Alejandro G. Frank</strong>, Professor & Director, Organizational Engineering Group, Industrial Engineering Department, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS)</p>

<p>“This Handbook on digitalization for sustainable development is an excellent work on the subject. It provides a broad vision of disruptive change, but at the same time delves into the key aspects of the global digitalization process in firms. The enjoyable reading of the document leads the reader to an easy understanding</p>

<p>of the current route of the digital world and its sustainable development.”</p>

<p>— <strong>Dario J. Quiroga-Parra</strong>, Professor, Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia (Cali, Colombia)</p>

<p>This handbook conceptualizes sustainable digitalization and discusses the role of digitalization in addressing business and societal challenges. Divided into eight sections, the book opens by an introductory chapter examining the theoretical foundations of the field. Part 1 explores the first dimension of sustainable digitalization, namely digitalization for sustainability (DFS) or how digitalization could address several of the sustainable development goals.</p>

<p>Part 2 addresses the second dimension of sustainable digitalization. Titled responsible digital (RD), it covers the potential risks of increased digitalization and outlines strategies for governing digitalization for sustainable development to avoid the risks summarized earlier in the book.</p>

<p>Tying digitalization to such topics as smart agriculture, industry 4.0, education, ecological transition, climate, clean water, food production, and social well-being, this handbook provides a framework for the emerging field of sustainable digitalization.</p>

<p><strong>Myriam Ertz</strong> is Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Quebec at Chicoutimi (UQAC), Canada.</p>

<p><strong>Urvashi Tandon</strong> is Associate Professor at Chitkara Business School, Chitkara University, India.</p>

<p><strong>Shouheng Sun</strong> is Assistant Professor at the University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB), China.</p>

<p><strong>Joan Torrent-Sellens</strong> is Full Professor at the Economics and Business Studies Department of the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), Spain.</p>

<p><strong>Emine Sarigöllü</strong> is Associate Professor of Marketing at Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University, Canada.</p>

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First book to provide a framework for sustainable digitalization, an emerging field Engages SDGs 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, and 15 Integrates a broad range of contributions, including conceptualization, empirical work, and case studies

<p>“In an era where digitalization embodies both promise and challenge,<em><strong> "The Palgrave Handbook of Sustainable Digitalization for Business, Industry, and Society" </strong></em>endeavors to redefine the relationship between digital solutions and sustainability. By fostering a comprehensive framework, this handbook aims to ensure that digital advancements and sustainability principles intertwine harmoniously, addressing some of the most pressing global challenges of our time. More than a mere handbook, it represents a proactive step towards accelerating the adoption of digital innovations that serve humanity's most urgent needs while aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Within its pages, the authors navigate the intricate landscapes of the contemporary digital era, challenging existing paradigms and advocating for a sustainable digital future. Through rigorous research, illustrated with real-world examples, and enriched with actionable insights, this handbook empowers readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the digital terrain responsibly and sustainably.” (Prof. Mohamed Cheriet, ETS Montreal, General Director, CIRODD, Director of Synchromedia Lab)<br>
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“<em><strong>“The Palgrave Handbook of Sustainable Digitalization for Business, Industry, and Society” </strong></em>is a groundbreaking masterpiece that delves into the uncharted territory of sustainable digitalization. With its comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach, this book breaks down the barriers between business, industry, and society, showcasing the interconnectedness of these domains. Its ability to seamlessly integrate diverse contributions, including conceptualization, empirical work, and case studies, sets it apart in the field. This handbook explores the potential of digitalization in addressing pressing societal challenges and uncovers the risks associated with this transformative process. The bold strategies for governing digitalization outlined in the book demonstrate its insightful and forward-thinking nature. In a world where digitalization is rapidly shaping our lives, this handbook serves as a shining beacon, illuminating the path towards sustainability, innovation, and societal progress.” (Dr. Fahri Karakas, Senior Lecturer in Business and Leadership, Norwich Business School, University of East Anglia)<br>
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“<em><strong>“The Palgrave Handbook of Sustainable Digitalization for Business, Industry, and Society”</strong></em> provides insightful information for the professionals from business &amp; Industry engaged on the topic of Digital transformation &amp; Industry 4.0. The book describes the conceptual foundations of digital transformation for businesses &amp; methods to implement in various sectors especially food &amp; production, climate change, smart clean water &amp; energy. The book not only focuses on opportunities through harnessing of technology &amp; true meaning of “using technology” for business and society but also the potential risk of enhanced digitalization.” (Divya Kumar Tyagi, Group Fellow - Domaine TEC, Manufacture Française des Pneumatiques, MICHELIN, Clermont Ferrand)<br>
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“<em><strong>The Palgrave Handbook of Sustainable Digitalization for Business, Industry, and Society </strong></em>is a guide for practitioners working in this field, examining the contribution of digitalization to sustainable development goals. It aims to define the codes for how digitalization can serve sustainable development. Based on sustainable development goals, it proposes process practices for sectoral transformation, strategies supported by research, and innovative practices for the advancement of society, especially in the areas of clean and sustainable food production, smart industry, clean water and climate change. In a world where digitalization is rapidly shaping our lives, this handbook is a shining beacon. illuminating the path to sustainability, innovation and societal progress. At a time when digitalization is feeding fast consumption, this book plays an important role in changing it to a position that will feed sustainability.” (Emine Nihan CİCİ KARABOĞA, Department of Management Information Systems, Necmettin Erbakan University, Turkiye)<br>
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“<em><strong>“The Palgrave Handbook of Sustainable Digitalization for Business, Industry, and Society”</strong></em> is a delightful guide for researchers and practitioners working in the domain of digitalization and sustainable development goals. The book delineates approaches to regulating digitalization in a manner that promotes sustainable development. In addition to providing an extensive examination of the manner in which digitalization addresses societal and business issues, the book also showcases a vast array of practical implementations in burgeoning sectors, including food production, smart industry, clean water, and climate change.” (Prof. Ravi Kiran, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala)<br>
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“This handbook offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between digital technologies and sustainable development. It provides a multifaceted assessment of how digitalization can be leveraged to address pressing global challenges while fostering societal advancement.&nbsp;Divided into thematic sections, each comprising contributions from leading scholars and practitioners, the book delves into various dimensions of digitalization and sustainability. Its interdisciplinary approach encourages readers to consider digitalization and sustainability through diverse lenses. The editors have ensured that the material remains accessible to a wide audience, making it suitable for researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students alike. Overall, this handbook &nbsp;is a timely and invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the intricate relationship between digital technologies and sustainable societal progress. With its rich array of perspectives, scholarly rigor, and forward-looking insights, this handbook serves as a guiding beacon for navigating the complexities of our digital age while striving toward a more sustainable future.” (Sakshi Kaushal, Professor in CSE, UIET Panjab University Chandigarh)<br>
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“Digitization of processes and availability of data for analytics and patient research is a continuous process in the rapidly changing technological landscape. Digitization plays an extremely important and critical role in Healthcare providing patient and doctors with ease of convenience, accessibility to resources, new healthcare models, cost effeciency, product and medicine research etc. Society will be immensely benefitted with digitization and help in achieving the sustainable development with better patient care and improved life expectancy. I strongly believe that this book will be an asset to the readers in understanding the digitization and telemedicine concepts better by correlating requirements with digitization recommendations presented as Use Cases in this book.” (Shishupal Rathore, Senior Vice President (IT), Motilal Oswal Group, India)<br>
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“Digitization of all the processes and data is a continuous process in a rapidly changing society. It plays a conducive role in healthcare, providing patient mobility, record archiving, referral system, etc. Society can immensely benefit from digitization for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals as per the mandate by the United Nations. I believe this book will prove an asset to the readers in correlating their requirements to the digitization recommendations presented as Use Cases in this book.” (Sunil K. Bansal, Director, Sapling Hospital Ludhiana)<br>
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“This book shows how vast the digital transformation concept can be. The different issues addressed present a diversity of research problems, society challenges and economic opportunities that can be analyzed from the technological perspective of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.” (Alejandro G. Frank, Professor &amp; Director, Organizational Engineering Group, Industrial Engineering Department, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS)<br>
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“This Handbook on digitalization for sustainable development is an excellent work on the subject. It provides a broad vision of disruptive change, but at the same time delves into the key aspects of the global digitalization process in firms. The enjoyable reading of the document leads the reader to an easy understanding of the current route of the digital world and its sustainable development.” (Dario J. Quiroga-Parra, Professor, Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia (Cali, Colombia)<br>
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“A comprehensive and balanced exposition of the promises and risks of digital tools in the context of an ecological transition.” (Giorgos Kallis, ICREA Professor, ICTA-UAB (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona))</p>