Arturo Benayas Ayuso | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Arturo Benayas Ayuso | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate, Universidad Politรฉcnica de Madrid, Spain

Arturo Benayas Ayuso is a highly skilled Naval Architect with a distinguished career in naval shipbuilding and digital transformation. He currently leads the integration of the “El Cano” platform at NAVANTIA, spearheading Industry 4.0 innovations in ship design, construction, and management. His expertise in integrating PLM systems and IoT into shipbuilding projects has positioned him as a leader in naval digitization. Fluent in multiple languages, Arturo also serves as a lecturer, sharing his knowledge of statistics at Universidad Complutense de Madrid. ๐Ÿšข๐Ÿ’ก

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Education

Arturo holds a Master’s in Naval Architecture from Universidad Politรฉcnica de Madrid and is currently pursuing a PhD, focusing on IoT applications in ship design, shipbuilding, and management. His academic background, combined with his professional experience, allows him to seamlessly bridge the gap between theory and practice in the maritime industry. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š

Experience

As the Integration Lead of NAVANTIA’s “El Cano” platform, Arturo manages the digitization and PLM integration of naval shipbuilding processes. His past roles include overseeing the FORAN-PLM integration for Spain’s S80 submarine and collaborating on several high-profile naval projects, including the Royal Navyโ€™s CVF program. His work has consistently focused on improving digital workflows in naval engineering using systems like Windchill and Teamcenter PLM. ๐Ÿ› ๏ธโš™๏ธ

Research Focus

Arturo’s research revolves around applying IoT technology to ship design and manufacturing. His work aims to enhance the efficiency of shipbuilding processes by integrating advanced digital tools and IoT into ship management systems. This focus on Industry 4.0 in naval architecture ensures future-ready solutions in naval engineering. ๐Ÿ”๐ŸŒ

Awards and Honors

Arturo has contributed significantly to both industry and academia, sharing his insights at conferences like RINA and publishing in prestigious industry magazines. His thought leadership in naval shipbuilding and PLM system integration has earned him recognition within the maritime and technology sectors. ๐Ÿ…๐Ÿ“œ

Publications

Integrated Development Environment in Shipbuilding Computer Systems – ICAS 2011, cited in studies related to shipbuilding digitization

Automated/Controlled Storage for an Efficient MBOM Process in Shipbuilding Managing IoT Technology – RINA, 2018, discussed in articles on smart ship management

Data Management for Smart Ship: Reducing Machine Learning Cost in IoS Applications – RINA, 2018, frequently referenced in works on IoT and machine learning integration

Osama Sohaib | Information Systems | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Osama Sohaib | Information Systems | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Osama Sohaib is an Associate Professor of Business Analytics at the American University of Ras al Khaimah, UAE. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from the University of Technology Sydney, Australia. With over 15 years of teaching experience, Dr. Sohaib is dedicated to educating and mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students in information systems, focusing on the intersection of technology and business. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“š

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Education

Dr. Sohaib earned his Ph.D. in Information Systems in 2015 from the University of Technology Sydney, Australia. He is currently pursuing a Master of Business Analytics at the University of Queensland and holds a Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence from Charles Sturt University. His academic journey also includes a Master of Science in Computer Science, a Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Software Development. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“–

Experience

With over 15 years of experience in academia, Dr. Sohaib has held various positions, including Associate Professor at the American University of Ras al Khaimah and Lecturer at the University of Technology Sydney. He has also taught at Macquarie University and the University of New South Wales. His roles have included supervising research students, coordinating academic programs, and contributing to funded projects in business information systems. ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

Research Focus

Dr. Sohaibโ€™s research interests encompass business information systems, e-services, digital privacy, digital transformation, business intelligence, decision-making, and applied machine learning. His work aims to enhance service effectiveness across various sectors, including digital business, healthcare, education, and government, with a strong emphasis on the ethical and societal implications of technology. ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ”

Awards and Honors

Dr. Sohaib has received multiple accolades, including the “Research of the Year” award from the School of Business at AURAK for his exceptional research contributions in 2023 and 2024. He was also honored with the “Best Paper Award” at the 25th International Conference on Information Systems Development in 2016 for his work on web content accessibility. ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŒŸ

Publication Top Notes

Assessing Web Content Accessibility of E-Commerce Websites for People with Disabilities
Best Paper Award, 2016
Link to Publication | 2016 | Journal of Information Systems Development | Cited by: 120

Digital Privacy in the Age of Big Data and Machine Learning: People’s Expectations and Experiences
Link to Publication | 2022 | International Journal of Information Management | Cited by: 85

Factors Influencing Continuance Intention in Augmented Reality Platforms
Link to Publication | 2023 | Journal of Business Research | Cited by: 45

Opportunities and Challenges in the Implementation of AI in Accounting and Auditing Software
Link to Publication | 2024 | International Journal of Accounting Information Systems | Cited by: 10

The Effect of Individual’s Technological Belief and Usage on their Absorptive Capacity towards their Learning Behaviour in the Learning Environment
Link to Publication | 2020 | Computers & Education | Cited by: 30