Journal of Information Technology Management (مدیریت فناوری اطلاعات)

The unpredictability of the stock market makes it a serious area of study and analysis. With the help of the accumulated information available in the current digital age and the power of high-performance computing machines, there is a great focus on using these capabilities to design algorithms that can learn stock market trends and successfully predict stock prices. The main goal is to create an intelligent system that provides these features for predicting short-term stock price trends to facilitate the investment decision process. To increase the accuracy and productivity of these systems and facilitate the routine of using common-sense knowledge in machine learning systems, developing or enriching knowledge bases and ontology for market modeling will be one of the effective measures in this field. In this research, an attempt has been made to strengthen and enrich the basic ontology created by the authors by using other global ontologies related to the subject of the stock market, and parts of the target space that were not addressed have been added to the ontology. By combining reference ontologies, a level of standardization is also created for the ontology and stability in the representation of concepts and relationships is ensured. In the next step, it has been tried to test the impact of the concepts and relations of the ontology in predicting stock price movements. For this purpose, news in the field of economy is considered as input and a model is created that first filters the textual inputs related to the desired stock symbol and then observes their effect on the price changes of the related stock. After improving the performance and comprehensiveness of the ontology, the study conducted in this report presented a model to measure and prove the effect of the relationships in this ontology on price changes. In practice, according to human limitations and the tools used, this effect was observed and confirmed with a proper level of certainty by checking the economic news.

Today, gamification is being used in various areas such as education, health, and business to enhance engagement and increase the system's efficiency. Despite significant scholarly interest, in many cases, undesirable results have been achieved using gamified solutions. This highlights the need for further research to explore these challenges through innovative methodologies and to devise new solutions. Addressing this gap, we conducted a systematic review of the literature on the emerging and growing subject of gamification using the PRISMA methodology and proposed a novel model for the strategic development of future gamification studies. The research led to the identification of 48 qualified empirical studies which have been analyzed to outline the existing views, gaps, and consequently the implications for future research. Through the analysis, we delineate the impact and effectiveness of gamification, highlighting its potential to transform user experience positively when implemented with strategic finesse. Consequently, we propose a novel model for the strategic development of future gamification studies, presenting it in three main dimensions: Contexts, Users, and Elements, and for each dimension, significant and less-paid topics are discussed. In addition, we represent six main suggestions for the design of the entire gamified system: Decision-Making Methods, Success Factors, Validation Methods, Dynamic Design Approach, Timeframe, and Modern Technology. Our proposed model not only facilitates a deeper understanding of gamified systems but also offers actionable insights and guidelines for both academics and practitioners. It is meticulously designed to assist researchers and practitioners in crafting more effective gamified systems that are customized to meet specific user needs and environmental contexts. By doing so, it aims to maximize the sustainable benefits of gamification, ensuring that these systems deliver significant and lasting impacts. This strategic approach integrates the latest advancements in technology and dynamic design principles, establishing a robust framework for the future of gamification research and application.

In the Industry 4.0 era, many pioneering industries are leveraging emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) as solutions in the digital age. One of the largest and most active industries in Iran is the food industry, which stands to benefit significantly from these advancements. Achieving a sustainable competitive advantage is often possible at the level of the supply chain, where companies use information and communication technologies, such as IoT, to coordinate information, finances, and materials among supply chain actors. This research aimed to identify the key success factors (KSFs) for implementing IoT in the food supply chain. Firstly, through a systematic literature review, the KSFs for IoT implementation in the food supply chain were identified. To develop a measurement model, confirmatory factor analysis using structural equation modeling was employed, making the research applied-descriptive. A questionnaire was designed and completed by 142 members of the "Amadeh Laziz" supply chain (a case study), who were selected using a stratified random sampling method. Confirmatory factor analysis and LISREL 8.83 were then used to validate the proposed model. Finally, the cause-and-effect relationship between KSFs in IoT implementation in the food supply chain was analyzed using Grey DEMATEL. Based on the confirmatory factor analysis findings, the KSFs in implementing IoT in the food supply chain were identified as technical, economic, legal, cultural and social, security, applicability of IoT throughout the supply chain, and implementation of IoT applications. Thus, the measurement model included eight factors and 27 measures. According to the cause-and-effect relationship findings, "Implementation of IoT applications" and "Economic" factors were found to be mostly influenced, while "Applicability of IoT throughout the supply chain" and "Technical" factors were recognized as the most influential. The results of this research can guide food producers and technology policymakers in their supply chains and help avoid trial and error in IoT implementation by leveraging global and national experiences.

The positive effect of social networking, particularly social networking sites (SNSs), on improving the process of learning has been acknowledged by many recent types of research. The relationship between features and characteristics of SNSs and the development of students' social networking was of interest to past researchers. As social networking is primarily perceived as intelligent thought and action in both real and virtual environments, there seems to be a need for a qualitative exploration of the influential factors of students' social networking. The study has been conducted using the case study method to look at the identified factors retrieved from previous research. A semi-structured in-depth interview was used to investigate the viewpoints and experiences of socially proactive and successful students at Iranian universities. Findings explain students' social networking due to three factors categorized as central, causal, and contextual. The personal learning system has a critical position among the various factors affecting students' social networking. Therefore, despite the facilitating role of social networking in promoting the learning process, students' social networking would be useless without utilizing a personal learning system. We can see a dynamic and interactive cycle of learning and social networking in the university context. The research has been founded on critical consideration of previously studied factors affecting social networking that were mainly limited to online technologies according to qualitative exploration. As a result of this research, different learning and social networking levels regarding diverse meaning, function, and complexity were identified.

For investors, predicting stock market changes has always been attractive and challenging because it helps them accurately identify profits and reduce potential risks. Deep learning-based models, as a subset of machine learning, receive attention in the field of price prediction through the improvement of traditional neural network models. In this paper, we propose a model for predicting stock prices of Tehran Stock Exchange companies using a long-short-term memory (LSTM) deep neural network. The model consists of two LSTM layers, one Dense layer, and two DropOut layers. In this study, using our studies and evaluations, the adjusted stock price with 12 technical index variables was taken as an input for the model. In assessing the model's predictive outcomes, we considered RMSE, MAE, and MAPE as criteria. According to the results, integrating technical indicators increases the model's accuracy in predicting the stock price, with the LSTM model outperforming the RNN model in this task.

This paper provides a systematic review of the literature on big data capabilities, business model innovation, firm performance, and environmental uncertainty. It aims to establish a foundation for theoretical modeling, research proposition refinement, and the overall research framework by meticulously examining the theoretical backgrounds of existing studies and identifying research gaps. An initial search yielded 1,360 articles, which were filtered to remove duplicates and irrelevant studies, resulting in 475 articles for final analysis. These articles were classified into three main categories: the relationship between big data capabilities and business model innovation, the impact of business model innovation on firm performance, and the integrated relationship involving environmental uncertainty. Additionally, it examines the mediating role of business model innovation on firm performance as well as the moderating effect of environmental uncertainty on these relationships. Finally, the paper formulates research hypotheses and discusses identified research gaps, establishing a solid groundwork for methodological discussions in future research and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.

In an era where customer expectations are rapidly evolving, enhancing the efficiency of hotel reception services in Iran is crucial for the growth of the hospitality sector. Recent research highlights the importance of digital transformation in improving service delivery and operational efficiency in the hospitality industry. These studies indicate that technological advancements can significantly streamline operational processes, improve customer satisfaction, and foster a competitive advantage in the hospitality industry. This research presents a technological innovation model aimed at modernizing reception desk services, addressing the pressing need for improvement in this area. Using an interpretive paradigm and an inductive approach, we conducted a qualitative study that incorporated a systematic review. Subsequently, the structures and components were extracted from the studies through qualitative coding. Our findings, derived from a review of 54 studies, revealed 295 open codes distilled into 15 constructs and four main components. This study highlights the significant impact of technological innovation on reception services, emphasizing the roles of ease of use and perceived usefulness in the technology adoption process. These insights provide essential guidelines for advancing reception desk technologies within the Iranian hotel industry, ultimately contributing to enhanced service quality.

The eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) functions as an independent, open platform that facilitates efficient information transmission over the Internet, improving business information utilization. Despite its widespread adoption and numerous benefits, unresolved assurance issues undermine its effectiveness, revealing a significant research gap. This study explores the complex landscape of XBRL data assurance challenges within the Malaysian Business Reporting System (MBRS). Utilizing a qualitative case study methodology, the research highlights key challenges in XBRL data assurance and presents strategic, innovative solutions. Through semi-structured interviews and document analysis, insights from diverse stakeholders are captured, revealing the development of artificial intelligence-enhanced audit software aimed at improving the quality of XBRL filings in Malaysia. Despite its potential, awareness of this advanced software among preparers remains disappointingly low. This research serves as a valuable resource for practitioners and researchers, offering an in-depth analysis of XBRL data assurance challenges and pioneering solutions, thereby making a significant contribution to this critical field.