The 17th International Conference Economies of the Balkan and Eastern European Countries (EBEEC 2025) takes place from May 16 to 17, 2025 in Tirana, Albania. The conference focuses on economic, business, and regional developments in the Balkans and Eastern Europe, which are significantly shaped by the challenges of globalization, digitalization, and sustainability. EBEEC 2025 offers an interdisciplinary platform for academic exchange and the discussion of forward-looking solutions in a rapidly evolving economic environment. As part of the conference, Tetiana Gorokhova, guest researcher at CAIS, presented the findings of her research on May 16, titled “Bridging Technology and Responsibility: The Impact of Digitalization on CSR in Ukraine’s Industry.”
Abstract
In the contemporary business environment, the rapid proliferation of advanced digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and 5G has fundamentally reshaped corporate strategies and operations. These technological advancements not only drive economic growth but also redefine the responsibilities of enterprises in fostering sustainable development. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from a discretionary obligation to an essential component of corporate strategy, aligning social expectations with business imperatives. In this context, digital transformation emerges as a critical enabler, intertwining technological progress with the realization of CSR objectives to enhance corporate sustainability and competitiveness. This study investigates the interplay between digitalization and CSR in the industrial sector of Ukraine, a country undergoing economic and technological transitions amid significant socio-political challenges. […]
Full abstract (p. 122): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vVoZejBcZ7Jxik7y7Nt25dIupIXMn5ng/view
Further information on the conference can be found on this website: https://ebeec.af.duth.gr/