Academic Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Digital Transformation: Case Study of Conference Management System Development

Abstract

This paper investigates the concept of academic entrepreneurship and its promotion through strategically designed institutional programs, which is an increasingly common practice. Emphasis is placed on a case study of the development of a digital platform intended to support and transform the conference management process. The proposed conference management system is compared to existing solutions to identify areas for future development and differentiation. Additionally, commercialization potential is assessed using a Business Model Canvas framework. The main contribution of this study is the identification and dissemination of good practices for fostering entrepreneurial thinking within academic environments. The paper may serve as a valuable reference point for institutions seeking to leverage academic entrepreneurship and digital transformation for their strategic development goals.