Examination of the Digital Economy and Society Index for Western Balkan Countries using the Entropy-based TOPSIS Method

Radić, Aleksandra; Arsić, Sanela

doi:10.5281/zenodo.18186838

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Radić, Aleksandra
Arsić, Sanela

Complex System Research Centre, Niš, Serbia Mathematical Institute of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts

Proceedings [Elektronski izvor] - 7th Virtual international conference Path to a Knowledge Society-Managing Risks and Innovation PaKSoM 2025, Serbia, Niš, October 20-21, 2025

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This paper examines the Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) of Western Balkan countries using the entropy-based TOPSIS method. The analysis reveals significant differences in digital performance, with Montenegro ranked highest and North Macedonia lowest. The findings demonstrate the applicability of the entropy-based TOPSIS method for assessing multidimensional index such as DESI, offering policymakers valuable insights into priority areas for digital development. The study provides a foundation for future research and strategies to enhance regional digital transformation.

DESI, Western Balkan countries, TOPSIS

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10.5281/zenodo.18186838

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978-86-82602-06-4

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dc.description.abstract	This paper examines the Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) of Western Balkan countries using the entropy-based TOPSIS method. The analysis reveals significant differences in digital performance, with Montenegro ranked highest and North Macedonia lowest. The findings demonstrate the applicability of the entropy-based TOPSIS method for assessing multidimensional index such as DESI, offering policymakers valuable insights into priority areas for digital development. The study provides a foundation for future research and strategies to enhance regional digital transformation.
dc.language.iso	en
dc.publisher	Complex System Research Centre, Niš, Serbia Mathematical Institute of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts
dc.source	Proceedings [Elektronski izvor] - 7th Virtual international conference Path to a Knowledge Society-Managing Risks and Innovation PaKSoM 2025, Serbia, Niš, October 20-21, 2025
dc.subject	DESI
dc.subject	Western Balkan countries
dc.subject	TOPSIS
dc.title	Examination of the Digital Economy and Society Index for Western Balkan Countries using the Entropy-based TOPSIS Method
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dc.creator	Radić, Aleksandra
dc.creator	Arsić, Sanela
dc.date.accessioned	2026-02-04T12:17:46Z
dc.date.available	2026-02-04T12:17:46Z
dc.date.issued	2025
dc.identifier.isbn	978-86-82602-06-4
dc.identifier.doi	10.5281/zenodo.18186838


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