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- Co-creation & design ¿ Living heritage routes project: memories itineraries for the city of LamegoPublication . Fernandes, Didiana; Marques dos Santos, Paula Alexandra; Pereira Vieira, Isabel CristinaThe “Living heritage routes” project aims to interpret a given geographical area for tourism - the city of Lamego - based on the visual/oral perceptions and memories of the residents, so that it is possible to create tourist proposals, based on co-creation, that involve the local community, students and cultural agents through the ontemporary interpretation of the space. The project has three istinct phases: 1st survey of the material and immaterial cultural heritage; 2nd elaboration of tourist itineraries and 3rd realization of an event that promotes and divulges the project - through a historical recreation of the space. The main objectives of this study were to involve the local population in projects that aim to recover and promote the local tangible and intangible cultural heritage. We believe that it is possible to create new cultural and artistic products, such as thematic itineraries, based on the image, perceptions and memories of the resident population, which can attract more visitors, improving the development of sustainable tourism aimed at local culture promoting. The methodology of this project, as far as its 1st phase is concerned, went through a qualitative approach, using mental maps, accompanied by interview, as a method of enquiry, in order to understand the local community's perception of their urban space. The analysis and interpretation of the mental maps will follow the methodology presented by Kozel (2007). The results obtained through a first analysis of the interviews and the mental maps, applied to 40 residents of the city of Lamego from four different age groups allowed, in a first preliminary analysis, the identification of new natural and cultural tangible and intangible heritage resources, as well as the identification of several points connected to the singularity and identity of the city and its districts. It was also clear that the connection of residents to their districts influences the way they perceive the city, as well as its symbolic and representational icons. The results reinforce the importance of involving residents, in the cocreation of heritage tourism products, allowing the construction and renewal of the tourism offer in small historical towns
- Comparison of milk consumption habits across two European countries: Pilot study in Portugal and FrancePublication . Guiné, Raquel P. F.; Florença, Sofia de Guiné e; Bréjon, M.; Gonçalves, João Carlos; Ferreira, Manuela; Barroca, Maria João; Fragata, AnabelaHumans have been consuming milk obtained from domesticated animals since ancient times. Milk is a very complete food with important nutrients that can sup- port life. However, the patterns of consumption of milk have been shifting. On one hand, due to the increase in the number of people with intolerances (to lactose, for example), and on the other hand, due to some trend to avoid foods from animal origin owing to speci fi c convic- tion (like animal welfare, for example). In this context, this study focused on the milk consumption patterns in two di ff erent European Countries and the evaluation of pos- sible di ff erences. The object of study was milk obtained from animal sources, namely, cows, and no other derived fermented dairy products were included. For the develop- ment of the study, a questionnaire survey was applied to a sample of 542 participants from both countries using the Internet. The results showed that a high percentage of participants in both countries consume milk regularly, and the usual amount varies between 125 and 250 mL per day. For those who do not consume milk, the most relevant reason pointed out in both countries was because they do not feel the need to consume it. While in France, a high percentage also do not consume because they do not like milk, and in Portugal, a high percentage do not consume milk due to lactose intolerance. The most con- sumed is semi-skimmed milk, and preferences are towards consuming plain milk or consuming it with chocolate. Signi fi cant di ff erences were found in the consumption of white brands, which are preferred in France, while in Portugal, consumers prefer commercial brands, as well as the preferred package, tetra packs for the Portuguese, while the French prefer plastic bottles. In conclusion, although the results showed some similar trends among the participants from both countries, some di ff erences were also identi fi ed that can be used to better plan public policies in both countries.
- Strategic Management of Cultural Projects—CIM DOURO TrainingPublication . Mota, Miguel; Carvalho, Ana; Fonseca, SMSR; Guia, AnaConsidering the implementation of new forms of strategic management in organizations and the development of competencies, training in the area of cultural heritage has become a priority in the CIM (Inter-municipal Communities). The SMART methodologies and Start Up tools allow creating a commitment to the organization in a holistic vision, which is essential for local development. The 19 municipalities of the Douro region, part of the territorial structure of Intermunicipalities Community (CIMDOURO) have invested in the training of their employees with the aim of equipping them for the new technological realities in the strategic management of cultural projects. This training is based on simplification of processes and improvement of procedures, using digital platforms. The e-learning training took place from January to June 2023. Through online training, our goal is to identify the needs of organizations, particularly municipalities, and their territorial identities, developing strategies for managing cultural projects and creating their own action plans. Currently, employees of various municipalities have the task of developing action plans to study or explore new locations or create networks based on the cultural heritage of these places, promoting sustainability and diversity. This study aims to identify what strategic management of cultural projects is and the need for various territories to use different types of action plans to improve their performance. The case study is limited to the training of employees in the 19 municipalities of the Douro region. The case study was limited to the training of employees in the 19 municipalities of the Douro region. To achieve this objective, a non-probabilistic convenience sample of 16 employees was directly involved, representing various municipalities working in the field of heritage and culture.
- The Influence of the COVID-19 Crisis on Financial Statements Manipulations in the Portuguese Wine and Tourism SectorPublication . Mota, Miguel Ângelo Sousa Dias Ferreira da; Sequeira, Nuno; Costa, Rui; Luty, PiotrPurpose—This study aims to explore manipulation in financial statements during the COVID-19 crisis. The survey is focused on Portuguese companies from the tourism and wine production sectors. These sectors suffered from COVID-19 restrictions. Design/methodology/approach—Using Benford’s Law tests will detect financial statement manipulations. Anomalies in empirical and theoretical distributions will be measured by MAD (Mean Absolute Deviation). The research sample comprises 13.006 companies from sectors NACE classification: 1102–Manufacture of wine from grape, 5510–Hotels and similar accommodation, 5610–Restaurants and mobile food service activities. The data is obtained from the BvD Orbis database. The sample is limited to 2018–2021, two years before (2018–2019) and two years during the COVID-19 crisis (2020–2021). Findings—Based on research results and the first digit Benford’s test, we found no revenue manipulation in selected sectors in 2018–2021. Research limitations/implications—The study limitations include that the sample only concerns Portuguese companies meeting our criteria. Further research can also cover smaller and medium-sized companies and other industries. Practical implications—The study presents Benford's Law as a tool for detecting financial statement figures anomalies. Anomalies may be the result of fraud and intentional manipulations. Originality/value—The research article contributes to the current literature on fraud detection in financial statements. The study focuses on Portugal’s crucial sectors: wine production and tourism.
- Residents’ Perceptions of Sustainable Tourism Development in an Emerging Destination: A Factor-Cluster ApproachPublication . Mota, Miguel Ângelo Sousa Dias Ferreira da; Vieira, Isabel; Rodrigues, Ana; Alén, ElisaDespite extensive research into the residents’ perceptions of sustainable tourism development (STD) over the past few decades, there has been little exploration of emerging destinations in low-density regions. This study uses a bidirectional analysis to segment the residents of a historic town in the north of Portugal (Lamego), which is part of the Douro World Heritage delimitation. This study applies a factor-cluster analysis to a sample of 250 residents of this historic town on their perceptions of community involvement, local government management of tourism (LGMT), perceived risk, community attachment, tourism impacts, economic dependence, and support for STD. Residents were clustered according to their community involvement and their perceptions of the effectiveness of LGMT. The findings reveal that three clusters of residents were identified: ‘Advocates,’ ‘Disinterested,’ and ‘Conditional supporters.’ The findings support that these groups exhibit dissimilar levels of community attachment, perceived tourism benefits, economic dependence, and support for STD. The three clusters had no significant differences regarding perceived costs and perceived risk. Furthermore, there are significant differences between the three clusters based on almost every socio-demographic variable used. The results reinforce the importance of analyzing the residents’ perceptions in the planning and decision-making policies for STD. Contributions of these findings to the body of knowledge and managerial implications are discussed.
- Strategic Management of Cultural Projects—CIM DOURO TrainingPublication . Soeiro De Carvalho, Ana Branca; Fonseca, Susana M. S. R.; Guia, Ana; Mota, Miguel; Carvalho, MileneConsidering the implementation of new forms of strategic management in organizations and the development of competencies, training in the area of cultural heritage has become a priority in the CIM (Inter-municipal Communities). The SMART methodologies and Start Up tools allow creating a commitment to the organization in a holistic vision, which is essential for local development. The 19 municipalities of the Douro region, part of the territorial structure of Intermunicipalities Community (CIMDOURO) have invested in the training of their employees with the aim of equipping them for the new technological realities in the strategic management of cultural projects. This training is based on simplification of processes and improvement of procedures, using digital platforms. The e-learning training took place from January to June 2023. Through online training, our goal is to identify the needs of organizations, particularly municipalities, and their territorial identities, developing strategies for managing cultural projects and creating their own action plans. Currently, employees of various municipalities have the task of developing action plans to study or explore new locations or create networks based on the cultural heritage of these places, promoting sustainability and diversity. This study aims to identify what strategic management of cultural projects is and the need for various territories to use different types of action plans to improve their performance. The case study is limited to the training of employees in the 19 municipalities of the Douro region. The case study was limited to the training of employees in the 19 municipalities of the Douro region. To achieve this objective, a non-probabilistic convenience sample of 16 employees was directly involved, representing various municipalities working in the field of heritage and culture.
- Motivations of Youth Tourism: The Case of University Students in the Porto and North RegionPublication . Soeiro De Carvalho, Ana Branca; Guia, Ana; Duarte, Filipe A P; Flores, Ventura Enrique Mota; Fonseca, Susana Maria Salgueiro Rebelo daTourism nowadays allows for the development and enhancement of many places and countries, leading to improvements in economic, social, cultural, and environmental aspects. It is considered to provide unique experiences to both tourists and the local population through the interaction of different cultures. With various tourism products available, it is essential to identify the motivations and attributes that tourists, especially young tourists, seek and possess regarding a destination. Therefore, we aim to identify and understand the profile and motivations of young tourists/visitors, particularly university students. The World Tourism Organization (WTO) classifies motivations for tourism into two main categories: the first is called Rational Type, which includes concepts such as trust, security, savings, tradition, and modernism. The other is called Affective Type, encompassing curiosity, novelty, sympathy, freedom, and friendship. Currently, young people travel to visit friends and family, for studying or exploring new places, and for the cultural heritage of the destinations. Regardless of the various reasons presented, cultural motivations (such as visiting historical monuments) and motivations to explore new places stand out in most of their visits. The present study aims to identify the profile of youth tourism in Portugal, specifically focusing on young individuals attending higher education, who engage in cultural tourism based on their motivations, behaviours, activities, travel data, and accommodation choices. To achieve this objective, a non-probabilistic convenience sample was used, and a questionnaire survey was developed, resulting in 94 completed questionnaires within the time frame defined between October 1 and December 31, 2022.
- Continuing Teacher Education: Informal Collaborative Teacher Network as a Response to the Emergency Context Created by COVID-19Publication . Mota, Miguel Ângelo Sousa Dias Ferreira da; Cabo, Isabel; Valéria, Cátia; Guedes, Damiana; Lopes, PedroThe COVID-19 pandemic posed unprecedented challenges to the education sector, necessitating a rapid transition to emergency distance learning and highlighting the need to train teachers to maintain educational continuity under lockdown restrictions. In response, initiatives such as “Online Pedagogical Sharing” emerged, comprising short-term training activities aimed at educators and teachers at all levels of education in Portugal. This case study, conducted within a qualitative paradigm, explores how training organised by this informal collaborative network contributed to the continuous professional development and adaptation of teaching practices during the pandemic. It utilised digital technologies to meet the demands of distance learning and improve the pedagogical use of new technologies. The sessions, which took place between June and July 2020, were widely accessible, facilitating a meaningful collaborative approach in the teaching environment. By analysing data collected during these sessions, the study highlights the network’s effectiveness in facilitating collaborative learning and the impact of educational technologies during a time of significant pedagogical change. This work not only documents the immediate response to the crisis but also suggests avenues for future use of similar practices in post-pandemic contexts, emphasising the need for further analysis of the resilience and effectiveness of these adapted pedagogical strategies.
- Business intelligence and sustainable development goals: data-driven strategiesPublication . Mota, Miguel Ângelo Sousa Dias Ferreira da; Sequeira, Romeu; Pinto, Agostinho Sousa; Costa, Eusébio; Costa, RuiThis exploratory study, based on a preliminary literature review, examined the role of Business Intelligence (BI) in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A qualitative approach was adopted, involving a detailed analysis of existing publications to identify how BI can transform large amounts of data into strategic information, influence critical decisions across different sectors, and contribute to the achievement of the SDGs. The integration of BI into SDG strategies and implementation was assessed as an important step forward in addressing global challenges and providing more effective solutions to complex problems. The study suggests that BI can be a driver of sustainable development, improving decision-making based on concrete data to support the SDGs. However, due to the exploratory and preliminary nature of the literature review conducted, the conclusions presented should be considered indicative and subject to confirmation through further research. The work highlights that the effective application of BI, using data to generate strategic intelligence, can lead to significant progress towards a more sustainable and innovative future. It emphasises the importance of overcoming technical constraints and developing analytical skills to maximise the potential of BI to drive sustainable and innovative development on a global scale.
- Cultural Indicators as a Tool for Assessing Sustainable Development in the Alto Douro Wine RegionPublication . Mota, Miguel Ângelo Sousa Dias Ferreira da; Silva, Andreia; Vieira, Isabel; Fernandes, Didiana; Rodrigues, AnaCulture has been particularly emphasised over the years in discussions about sustainable development, being considered as one of its fundamental pillars alongside the environmental, economic, and social dimensions. The measurement of the impact of culture on sustainable development is still very incipient, so the purpose of this study is to study how culture can influence the sustainable development of the Alto Douro Wine Region, using the tool designed by UNESCO, the UNESCO Thematic Indicators for Culture in the 2030 Agenda. The methodology adopted was based on the collection of secondary, qualitative, and quantitative data. It was intended to propose a specific methodological tool, by selecting a set of 6 indicators, among the 22 proposed by the UNESCO tool, which were considered the most relevant considering the effort and cost of obtaining them. The results obtained revealed that there was a positive evolution of the cultural sector in the territory, after its integration by UNESCO in the World Heritage List, capable of promoting