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1. 1. Examining the adoption of blockchain technology in the diamond industry : Benefits and challenges of embracing disruptive innovation in conservative sectors

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för management (MAN)

   Author : Carl Cardone; Anna Zavjalova; [2023]
   Keywords : Conservative sector; diamond industry; disruptive innovation; blockchain technology; technology acceptance;

   Abstract : Industries with conservative mindsets are known for being reluctant toward adoption of new technologies and resistant to change. The diamond business is one of those examples that encounter challenges in implementing disruptive innovations like blockchain technology despite its potential benefits. READ MORE

3. 2. Attributing Digitalization Decisions in Museums : A Multiple Case Study of Swedish Public Museums

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för ABM

   Author : Aijia Zhang; [2023]
   Keywords : Digitalization; decision-making; museum; organizational attribution; process mapping;

   Abstract : In the context of digital transformation in the cultural and heritage sector, many museums are undergoing digital- ization. This qualitative study explores the digitalization status in the selected cases, underpins the decisions behind their digitalization practices, and identifies the factors that affect the decisions. READ MORE

4. 3. From Pixels to Culture : Gamification and Extended Reality in the Modern Museum

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för ABM

   Author : Nikolaos Gkizis Chatziantoniou; [2023]
   Keywords : Gamification; Serious Games; Extended Reality; Digital Museum; Cultural Heritage;

   Abstract : This thesis aims to explore the theory, implementation, and critical aspects of gamification and extended reality employed within the cultural sector. More specifically the impact of gamification and virtualization on the information dissemination by the institutions and what it means for the visitor as well as the challenges that arise with the use of such technologies and potential points of criticism. READ MORE

5. 4. Swedish Cultural Heritage in the Age of AI : Exploring Access, Practices, and Sustainability

   University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för bibliotek, information, pedagogik och IT

   Author : Olivia Gränglid; Marika Ström; [2023]
   Keywords : Artificial Intelligence; Cultural Heritage Institutions; Large Language Models; Ethical AI; Information Practices; Sustainability; Socio-material Entanglemen;

   Abstract : This thesis aims to explore and gain an understanding of the current AI landscape within Swedish Cultural Heritage using purposive interviews with five cultural heritage institutions with ongoing AI projects. This study fills a knowledge gap in the practical implementation of AI at Swedish institutions in addition to the sustainable use of technologies for cultural heritage. READ MORE

6. 5. Cloud Computing and the GLAM sector : A case study of the new Digital Archive Project of Åland Maritime Museum.

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för ABM

   Author : Ubaid Ali Faruqi; [2023]
   Keywords : Cloud computing technology; Amazon Web Services AWS ; Data storage; AWS Simple Storage Service S3 ; Low-cost-high-storage; Prototype creation; Preservation and access; Sustainable Digitization; Scalability; Readiness for adapting; GLAM sector; User Experience UX ;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the benefits and drawbacks of cloud computing technology within the GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) sector of Sweden and Finland. It employs the case study of the recently developed and launched Digital Archive Project at Åland Maritime Museum which leveraged the Amazon Web Services (AWS) technology stack to provide a cloud-based digital platform for the museum's archival materials. READ MORE