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I. Karabegović, E. Karabegović, E. Husak, M. Mahmić

The implementation of disruptive technologies of Industry 4.0 is carried out in all segments of society, but we still do not fully understand the breadth and speed of its application. We are currently witnessing major changes in all industries, so that new business methods are emerging, as well as transformation of production systems, new form of consumption, delivery and transport. All this is happening due to the implementation of disruptive technological discoveries that include: the Internet of Things (IoT), advanced robotics, smart sensors, Big Data, analytics, cloud computing, 3D printing, machine learning, virtual and augmented reality (AR), artificial intelligence, and productive maintenance. Advanced robotics is one of the most important technologies in Industry 4.0. The robotic application in the automation of production processes, with the support of information technology, leads us to ‘’smart automation’’, i.e., ‘’smart factory’’. The changes are so profound that, from the perspective of human history, there has never been a time of greater promise or potential danger. New generation robots have many advantages compared to the firstgeneration industrial robots such as: they work alongside with workers, workers perform their tasks in a safe environment, robots take up less space, robots do not need to be separated by fences, robots are easy to manipulate and cheaper to implement. The paper analyzes the trend of implementation of collaborative and service robots for logistics, which make the automation of production processes more flexible. Robotic technology is the basic technology of Industry 4.0, because without its application, the implementation of Industry 4.0 would not be possible. The trend of application of new generation robots will have an increasing character in the future, because the goals of the fourth industrial revolution cannot be achieved without collaborative robots. In other words, the objective is to achieve a ‘’smart production process’’ or ‘’smart factory’’.

Mirha Bičo Ćar, Savo Stupar, M. Šestić, Elvir Šahić, I. Karabegović

Since the introduction of the concept of Industry 4.0 until today, the world is facing a series of changes resulting from intensive scientific, technical and technological innovations. Research, innovation and development changes are aimed at improving production, business and everyday life through the application of basic technologies of Industry 4.0. In order for individuals, organizations, communities and states to be able to use the benefits of these improvements, it is necessary to rapidly adapt to all innovative trends: developing the necessary skills of individuals and groups for the adoption and use of these technologies, the implementation of technologies in companies, organizations and institutions, and the development of appropriate strategies that these processes would be managed and directed. In the developed world, these I 4.0 implementation processes are already reaching their maturity: educational programs are adapted to the needs of monitoring technical-technological changes, companies deal with solving challenges related to these processes after the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies, and states and communities are working on devising further directions of development and a strategy that will further accelerate changes. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the processes are somewhat slower: educational programs partially follow the needs of education for Industry 4.0, companies struggle with the challenges of adopting and implementing Industry 4.0 without adequate institutional support, and strategies related to exploiting the opportunities of Industry 4.0 have not been developed, both due to the lack of initiative, as well as due to administrative restrictions related to the complex political system of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Considering that, this paper presents the results of research on the representation of Industry 4.0 technologies in the economy and education of Sarajevo Canton. The sample on which the research was conducted included 105 companies and 239 respondents from the general population. The results show that the highest level of application of Industry 4.0 technologies exists in the part related to the advanced management of company resources using planning and management support systems, and in communications. These findings, as well as the results related to the established level of knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies in the general population, speak in favor of the need for the urgent development of various educational programs that will accelerate the learning of Industry 4.0 among all members of the community, as well as the establishment of state programs to support the implementation of technologies in companies, so that the economy of the Canton and the country as a whole would not fall behind in relation to the world driven by the fourth industrial revolution.

Edisa Dreković, I. Karabegović, N. Stojić

Digital twins represent a new paradigm that brings fundamental changes to business and asset management. The proliferation of connected devices and sensors has generated vast amounts of data from physical assets and processes. Digital twins leverage this data to create a virtual counterpart that reflects the behavior, performance, and characteristics of their physical counterparts in real-time. The definition of digital twins encompasses a wide range of applications and contexts. This paper provides an overview of existing literature on digital twins, including their definition, key characteristics, and classification. Additionally, it highlights potential challenges and limitations associated with digital twins and identifies the technologies that enable their implementation. By understanding the fundamental concepts and technological advancements in the field of digital twins, organizations can harness their potential to enhance their business, optimize resources, and foster innovation. Numerous examples of digital twin applications in various industries are highlighted in this paper, with a particular focus on the elevator industry. Therefore, this paper serves as a comprehensive source of information for researchers, practitioners, and decision-makers who wish to explore the application of digital twins in different industries and domains.

Manon Edde, Francis Houde, Guillaume Théaud, M. Dumont, Guillaume Gilbert, Jean-Christophe Houde, Loïka Maltais, Antoine Théberge et al.

: Modern technologies are essential parts of Industry 4.0. From automation, robotics, digitalization and additive manufacturing (3D printing) up to 3D scanning and reverse engineering. 3D scanning has a wide range of usage in today product development and design processes. This paper will present several real case studies of 3D scanning in reverse engineering andnew product development and design processes. Paper explores importance of 3D scanning technology, as integral part of Industry 4.0. Seven case studies are explored in more detail. Five of these case studies are realized in Laboratory for Product development and design at University of Sarajevo – Faculty of mechanical engineering as a part of the projects realized in cooperation with several companies from Bosnia and Herzegovina, while two of them are realized in Protodevs company in Sarajevo. Artec Eva 3D scanner and Artec Studio software were used for most of the presented case studies.

Vaginal inflammation represents a heterogeneous group of disorders caused by infection, inflammation, or disruption of vaginal microflora. The most common causes of vaginal infection are Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus agalactiae, Escherichia coliand Candida albicans. Antibiotic resistance is a major global problem, which can be mitigated by using natural antimicrobial substances such as essential oils. Each essential oil has an extremely complex composition (some essential oilshave over 200 components), which prevents microorganisms from developing resistance. Therefore, essential oils retain their effects.The aim of our study was to investigate antibacterial activity Melaleuca alternifolia, Achillea millefoliumand Cinnamomumcamphoravaginal suppositories, and see which essential oil has the strongest potential to be used as active ingredient for vaginal infections.The antimicrobial activity of the vaginal suppositories was examined using the disk diffusion method. Standard bacterial strains were used for the ATCC collection: Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) ATCC 25923, Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis)ATCC 51299, Escherichia coli (E. coli)ATCC 25922, Candida albicans (C. albicans)ATCC 10231.The results showed that Melaleuca alternifolia essential oil has an antimicrobial effect on all tested strains, with the strongest effect on Candida albicans(ZI 22.7 mm). Achillea millefoliumessential oil had no effect on Enterococcus faecalis, whereas Cinnamomum camphoraessential oil did not show zones of inhibition of Candida albicans.KEYWORDS:vaginal suppository, Melaleuca alternifolia, Achillea millefolium, Cinnamomum camphora,antimicrobial activity

Maida Eljazović, Amel Kosovc, Elma Avdagić-Golub

With modern technological progress and scientific achievements, companies are actively adjusting their business strategies in order to take advantage of new business opportunities and achieve maximum profit for their companies. One of the current changes in the field of marketing is the increasing emphasis on digital marketing. Digital channels, such as social networks, mobile applications and online advertising, are becoming essential tools for communication and engagement with target audiences. Mobile applications, m-commerce and other innovations allow consumers to easily buy products and access information about brands anytime, anywhere. This trend requires companies to be active on digital platforms and adapt to the mobile experience in order to achieve success in the market. In the decision-making process, it is important to have the best possible analysis so that the strategy is as good as possible. SWOT analysis of digital and traditional marketing through strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats gives clear facts about how marketing is developing in the modern market, especially in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This paper provides an analysis and comparison of digital and traditional marketing with the aim of understanding their strengths and weaknesses in the market of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Abstract The paper aims to evaluate the role of language in a specific socio-political context. It offers a critical approach and evaluation of the political statements of the European Union representatives regarding the process of the accession of Bosnia and Hercegovina to the European Union. The focus of the linguistic investigation is on the identification of language structures that participate in the development of communicative models that enable the establishment of power relations between participating entities. The linguistic data is obtained through systemic functional grammar and evaluated using critical discourse analysis.

M. Bendszus, J. Fiehler, F. Subtil, Susanne Bonekamp, A. Aamodt, B. Fuentes, E. Gizewski, Michael D. Hill et al.

This paper highlights the growing importance of edge computing and the need for AI techniques to enable intelligent processing at the edge. Edge computing has emerged as a paradigm shift that brings data processing and storage closer to the source, minimizing the need for transmitting large volumes of data to remote locations. The integration of AI capabilities at the edge enables intelligent and real-time decisionmaking on resource-constrained devices. This paper discusses the significance of Edge AI across various domains, including automotive applications, smart homes, industrial IoT, and healthcare. By leveraging AI algorithms on edge devices, efficient implementation and deployment become possible, leading to improved latency, privacy, and security.The various AI techniques used in edge computing are presented, including machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning and transfer learning. As AI continues to play a pivotal role in driving edge computing, the integration of hardware accelerators and software platforms is gaining utmost significance to efficiently run inference models. A variety of popular options have emerged to accelerate AI at the edge, and notable among them are NVIDIA Jetson, Intel Movidius Myriad X, and Google Coral Edge TPU. The importance of specialized System-on-a-Chip (SoC) solutions for Edge AI, capable of supporting high-performance video, voice, and vision processing alongside integrated AI accelerators is presented as well. By examining the transformative potential of Edge AI, this paper aims to inspire researchers, practitioners, and industry professionals to explore the vast possibilities of integrating AI at the edge. With Edge AI reshaping the future of edge computing, intelligent decision-making becomes seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, driving advancements across various sectors.

Fatma Ben Waer, C. Alexe, D. Tohănean, Denis Čaušević, D. Alexe, S. Sahli

Although many women perform postural tasks while listening to music, no study has investigated whether preferred music has different effects than non-preferred music. Thus, this study aimed to explore the effects of listening to preferred versus non-preferred music on postural balance among middle-aged women. Twenty-four women aged between 50 and 55 years were recruited for this study. To assess their static balance, a stabilometric platform was used, recording the mean center of pressure velocity (CoPVm), whereas the timed up and go test (TUGT) was used to assess their dynamic balance. The results showed that listening to their preferred music significantly decreased their CoPVm values (in the firm-surface/eyes-open (EO) condition: (p < 0.05; 95% CI [−0.01, 2.17])). In contrast, when the women were listening to non-preferred music, their CoPVm values significantly (p < 0.05) increased compared to the no-music condition in all the postural conditions except for the firm-surface/EO condition. In conclusion, listening to music has unique effects on postural performance, and these effects depend on the genre of music. Listening to preferred music improved both static and dynamic balance in middle-aged women, whereas listening to non-preferred music negatively affected these performances, even in challenged postural conditions.

The paper discusses figurative conceptualizations of nations, countries, and institutions as either a container, a person, a sinking ship, a fabric, or hell in media discourse on the European migrant crisis. Applying Steen et al.’s (2010) three-dimensional model of metaphor analysis, we analyze a specific set of metaphorical linguistic expressions, which are inextricably related in the segments of the real discourse on migration, to discuss their rhetorical power and communicative function. The aim of this paper is to describe and identify cases when these are used as perspective-changing devices to influence readers’ opinion on an important issue such as migration.

Jesse Jorian Hilverda, O. Roemeling, Edin Smailhodzic, K. Aij, Eveline Hage, Amal Fakha

Purpose Lean Management (LM) is a process improvement approach with growing interest from healthcare organizations. Obtaining a culture of continuous improvement is a primary objective of LM, and a culture of continuous improvement indicates a mature LM approach, and here leadership plays a central role. However, a comprehensive overview of leadership activities influencing LM maturity is lacking. This study aims to identify leadership activities associated with continuous improvement and, thus, LM, maturity. Methods Following the PRISMA guidelines, a scoping literature review of peer-reviewed articles was conducted in twenty healthcare management journals. The search provided 466 articles published up until 2023. During the selection process, 23 studies were included in the review. The leadership activities related to continuous improvement maturity were identified using the grounded theory approach and data coding. Results The analysis highlighted a total of 58 leadership activities distributed across nine themes of LM leadership. Next, analysing leadership activities concerning the different maturity levels revealed three maturity stages: beginner, intermediate, and expert. Based on the findings, we propose a framework that guides suitable leadership activities at the various stages of LM maturity. The framework provides leaders in healthcare with a practical overview of actions to facilitate the growth of the LM approach, and the related propositions offer academics a theoretical basis for future studies. Conclusion This review presents the first comprehensive overview of LM leadership activities in relation to continuous improvement and LM maturity. To enhance LM maturity, leaders are encouraged to consider their leadership style, (clinical) stakeholder involvement, alignment with the organizational strategy, and their role in promoting employee autonomy.

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