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5. Sacred or sold? : A systems approach to balancing spirituality and commercialisation in faith-based tourismTadeja Jere Jakulin, Dane Munro, 2026, original scientific article Abstract: This paper examines the complexity of pilgrimage tourism, with its interdependencies among sacredness, spirituality, and commercialisation at faith-based tourism destinations. We use a Systems Approach to move beyond linear thinking that positions spirituality and commerce as inherently oppositional forces, arguing that pilgrimage destinations function as complex adaptive systems in which spiritual, commercial, and educational objectives interact dynamically. We build Causal Loop Diagrams (CLDs) formed from autoethnographic observation and stakeholder discussions. We present and compare four pilgrimage sites: Lourdes (France), Brezje (Slovenia), Malta, and Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia (Türkiye). The CLD models reveal the dynamics of the pilgrimage sites, the interdependencies, and the interactions among stakeholders (elements of the system). The systems approach demonstrates that successful destinations manage pilgrimage sites as integrated systems in which activities complement and constrain one another through feedback loops. Using a Systems Methodology, the article develops the dynamics of pilgrimage environments and presents a new typology of four pilgrimage (sacred) and commercial (secular) destinations. By advancing knowledge and education, the spiritual-commercial role of the sacred- secular destinations in question offers a different, comprehensive approach to their management.
Keywords: religious tourism, commercialization of pilgrimage, spiritual authenticity, systemic dynamics, management of sacred sites, heritage education
Published in RUP: 06.05.2026; Views: 397; Downloads: 11
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6. Ustvarjanje znanja za trajnostni razvoj visokošolskih ustanovMirko Markič, Tina Quéchon, 2026, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: Izobraževanje za trajnostni razvoj predstavlja enega izmed globalnih ciljev iz Agende Združenih narodov do leta 2030 ter vsebuje pridobivanje novih znanj in veščin. Management znanja pomeni ustvarjanje, pridobivanje, deljenje, hranjenje in uporabo znanja. V slovenskem visokošolskem prostoru ne obstaja teoretična ali empirična raziskava, v kateri bi avtorji celovito povezovali institucionalno transformacijo, ustvarjanje znanja in trajnostne prakse. Namen našega prispevka bo predstaviti ugotovitve iz pregleda dosedanjih 35 raziskav o treh navedenih konceptualnih dimenzijah, ki so prisotne v globalnem visokošolskem prostoru. Pregled smo opravili v javno dostopnih bazah podatkov s pomočjo metodologije PRIZMA. Izidi iz naše raziskave bodo imeli teoretične in praktične implikacije za managersko znanost ter stroko in bodo spodbujali snovanje nacionalne raziskovalne ter izobraževalne politike in strategije.
Keywords: institucionalna transformacija, management znanja, trajnostni razvoj, ustvarjanje znanja, visoko šolstvo
Published in RUP: 23.03.2026; Views: 466; Downloads: 19
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7. Raziskovanje managerskih in organizacijskih pojavov : med metodološkimi smernicami in raziskovalno realnostjoKlara Čalušić, Nina Krmac, 2025, professional article Abstract: Raziskovalci managerskih, organizacijskih in poslovnih pojavov delujejo na stičišču različnih vsebinskih poudarkov ter bogatega nabora metodoloških pristopov za sistematično preučevanje omenjenih tematik. Kako metodološko korektno zasnovati raziskavo, se lahko izkaže za posebej zahtevno nalogo zaradi več razlogov, ki izhajajo iz narave discipline, socializacije v akademsko okolje, izhodiščnega raziskovalnega problema, konteksta in nenazadnje dinamičnega poslovnega okolja, v katerem želijo raziskovalci opraviti raziskavo. Pri tem se lahko soočijo s situacijami, ki zahtevajo določeno mero metodološke fleksibilnosti za smiselno uravnoteženje raziskovalnega namena in ciljev s praktičnimi omejitvami, ki se pojavijo v raziskovanju. Ravno zaradi tega je ključnega pomena, da poznajo različne metodološke možnosti, ki so jim na voljo, vendar pa po drugi strani raziskave na področju managementa kažejo, da se določeni pristopi pojavljajo kot dominantne metodološke opcije. Namen članka je prvenstveno predstaviti nekatere izzive, s katerimi se soočajo raziskovalci, in podati drugačen pogled na metodologijo, kot ga običajno dobimo iz prebiranja številnih metodoloških učbenikov, s poudarkom na praktičnih izkušnjah raziskovalcev.
Keywords: raziskovanje, metodološki izzivi, organizacija, management
Published in RUP: 11.03.2026; Views: 438; Downloads: 18
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8. Conceptualisation of Forest Tourism : The Kočevsko Case StudyBarbara Pavlakovič Farrell, Vita Petek, original scientific article Abstract: This paper presents the definition of forest tourism and three varieties of forest tourism activities. An empirical study was conducted to examine the perception of forest tourism and forest activities in the case study of the Kočevsko forest in Slovenia. The triangulation approach consisted of a survey among Slovenian tourists, interviews with tourism stakeholders, and content analysis of promotional elements of the Kočevsko destination. The data showed that tourists find forest destinations interesting, safe, unspoilt, and suitable for young people and families. They describe forest tourism with the words ‘bear’, ‘forest’, and ‘nature’. The respondents mostly prefer outdoor forest activities, wildlife observation slightly less, and lastly the relaxation options. The knowledge gained could help forest destinations to develop their products and adopt the appropriate customer approach.
Keywords: forest tourism, nature-based tourism, destination management, wildlife, outdoor recreation, forest relaxation
Published in RUP: 06.03.2026; Views: 460; Downloads: 24
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9. Integration of Lean and Six Sigma Methodology for Process ImprovementDušan Gošnik, 2025, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: Lean (L) and Six Sigma (SS) are among the most popular process improvement methodologies in organisations. This research reveals, how can L and SS methodologies be integrated. Integration of L and SS can improve outcome of process improvement initiatives, improve process efficiency and improve also thus related organisational performance. L enables SS speed such as faster cycles of experimentation and learning and on the other hand SS enables L quality such as less defects and less time for rework. Despite well-known benefits of LSS, many organisations are still not using LSS. Based on literature review we analyse and present the latest findings and research results about LSS use in organisations including various perspectives such as; how to integrate L and SS, impact on process improvement and organisation performance, in which stages of SS projects can L be integrated the most efficiently, what to consider at LSS use to achieve better process efficiency in organisations. Suggestions for more efficient LSS use in organisations include; interaction of L and SS at process improvement actions already in the project planning phase, the use of LLS based on an available resources and top management support. Experiences about LSS use from organisations Slovenia are presented. Research results dependent on the secondary literature review and limited data about LSS use and experiences from Slovenia. The results of this study have a great value to researchers, LSS practitioners, managers in organisations during planning and scheduling LSS projects.
Keywords: management, Six Sigma (SS), Lean (L), LSS, method, process, integration, study
Published in RUP: 04.03.2026; Views: 504; Downloads: 6
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10. ESG, Risk Management and SMEs : What Are the Potential Links? An Empirical Analysis of Friulia S.p.A.’s Investment PortfolioTommaso Cortivo, 2015, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: This paper examines the determinants of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) adoption in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) financed by Friulia S.p.A., a privately managed institutional investor under public control of the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region. Using data collected through a structured questionnaire, we build a synthetic indicator of ESG activation through Principal Component Analysis (PCA), which captures the degree to which firms internalise sustainability practices. The first three principal components extracted through PCA represent distinct ESG dimensions and are used, separately, as dependent variables in Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regressions, with environmental certification and firm size as explanatory factors. Results show that the presence of an environmental certification is significantly associated with stronger ESG activation – particularly along the operational dimension – confirming its role as a key driver of structured sustainability practices. By contrast, firm size does not emerge as a significant predictor, suggesting that financial support (equity, specifically) from a professional investor may offset resource disparities across SMEs. Secondary ESG dimensions related to governance and residual social behaviours are not explained by structural variables, pointing instead to cultural and organisational factors. The findings contribute to the literature on SME sustainability by demonstrating that certifications serve as both signalling and learning tools, while also providing practical guidance for policymakers and public investors on how to design effective strategies to support the ESG transition of SMEs.
Keywords: SMEs, ESG, certification, PCA, risk management, sustainability, Friulia S.p.A.
Published in RUP: 04.03.2026; Views: 461; Downloads: 28
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