David Bogataj
University of Padua, University of Ljubljana, Alma Mater Europaea
Papers
8
Total Citations
158
H-Index
6
About
David Bogataj’s research sits at the vital intersection of demography, supply chain management, and gerontechnology, addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time: how to support rapidly ageing populations—especially in rural and suburban areas—through smart, sustainable infrastructure. His most cited work, “The ageing workforce challenge: Investments in collaborative robots or contribution to pension schemes” (69 citations), pioneers a multi-echelon framework that quantifies the trade-off between robotic automation and pension contributions, offering a data-driven path for policymakers and firms. Bogataj has also shaped the concept of “Smart Silver Villages” and “Smart Lifetime Neighbourhoods,” showing how digital transformation of health and social care can enable older adults to age in place autonomously. His research agenda consistently emphasizes the role of ambient assisted living, eHealth, and age-friendly public spaces, while also exploring the response latency of older workers in global supply chains. With a growing body of work that bridges operations research, ergonomics, and social policy, Bogataj provides actionable insights for municipalities and industries navigating the demographic shift—making his contributions essential reading for anyone interested in the future of work, care, and community design.
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Top Papers
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- 3Smart Lifetime Neighbourhoods: Literature Review and Research Agenda18 citations · 2020
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- 5Smart Age-Friendly Villages: Literature Review and Research Agenda13 citations · 2022
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- 7INVESTMENTS IN WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS FROM THE SUPPLY CHAIN APPROACH3 citations · 2018
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