The circular economy (CE) addresses sustainability challenges by reducing material and energy use and promoting sustainability in societies, value chains and organizations. It is pivotal in innovation management due to the significant changes and rethinking it necessitates. This entry explores...

Ecosocial education is an educational area aiming to reassess the relationship between humans and other species. Theoretically, it is based on the ecosocial approach, specifically on recognizing ecosocialization and ecoindividuation, multispecies extensions of socialization and individuation. As...

Enskilment is defined as the process of identifying, acquiring, maintaining, transferring, and potentially also releasing, a set of skills required for the mastery of a particular (set of) task(s). Under the right circumstances, a dedicated engagement in these tasks and practices advances the...

Frugal innovation is an approach to using fewer materials and finances to develop more affordable and simple products and services. The idea of resource-scarce, frugal innovation carries the potential of adapting to local needs and policies, in contrast with dominant global, often...

The concept of business and human rights responsibility (BHRR) has gained traction, requiring companies to respect human rights throughout their operations and value chains. This entry explores BHRR and its operational mechanism, human rights due diligence (HRDD). HRDD, a risk-based process,...

Impact investing has emerged as a new way of channelling the resources of financial markets towards addressing major societal challenges such as the climate crisis. As a concept, impact investing means seeking to create positive social or environmental impact alongside financial return, and...

Beyond enabling ultra-fast data transmission, 5G and next-generation networks represent a fundamental transformation in how individuals and organizations connect and interact. The success of these future networks is of interest not just to telecom operators but also to a broader ecosystem -...

Mobile Communication technology is no longer serving the needs of Smart Phone users, rather it has made it smart in meeting the needs of Enterprises. With the advent of 5G Cellular network, Enterprise Automation and transformative opportunities across the managerial functions in various sectors...

The Digital Decade policy programme aims to achieve comprehensive digital transformation by 2030. 5G connectivity is essential for achieving the goals of the Digital Decade, as it enables faster data transfer, low latency, and enhanced network reliability - foundational elements for modernising...