Dr. Konstantinos C. Giotopoulos is Assistant Professor on “Management Information Systems in Administration and Economy” at the Department of Management Science and Technology, School of Economics and Business at the University of Patras
Education
- BSc in Computer Engineering and Informatics (1999, University of Patras)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science and Technology (2002, Thesis: “Using Evolutionary Methods to Optimize the Student Model Finding Process”)
- Ph.D. in Computer Engineering and Informatics (2007, Dissertation: “Intelligent Agents in Virtual Learning Environments”)
Research Interests
Dr. Giotopoulos focuses on several cutting-edge domains within computer science and information systems. His primary interests include:
- Digital Transformation of Businesses: Specializing in the integration of advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and cloud computing to streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and drive innovative business models.
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Specializing in the development and application of AI and ML algorithms in various sectors.
- Data Science and Big Data Analytics: Exploring innovative methods for data clustering, analysis, and interpretation in large datasets.
- Information Systems in Business and Management: Investigating the role of information systems in enhancing business processes and decision-making.
- E-Government and Digital Transformation: Researching the impact of digital technologies on government processes and public services.
Professional Experience
- IT Research and Development Engineer (2000-2004): Involved in European Commission co-financed IST Projects.
- Project Manager (2004-2013): Led Regional Development projects co-financed by the European Commission across various regional organizations in Western Greece.
- General Manager (2011-2013): Prefectural Development Company of the Region of Western Greece, overseeing company-wide co-financed projects.
- Scientific Consultant (Since 2014): Chamber of Achaia, managing all EU Projects.
Teaching Experience
- Assistant Professor (Current): Department of Management Science and Technology, University of Patras. Subjects: Management Information Systems, ERP, CRM, E-Business, Databases, AI, Computational Intelligence.
- Postgraduate Courses (Current): “Interoperability and e-governance” in Master’s “Digital Innovation and Management” and “Digital Transformation of Accounting” in Master’s “Digital Transformation of Tax and Financial Services”.
Publications
Dr. Giotopoulos has published several research papers in international scientific journals and at international scientific conferences (all peer-reviewed). Indicative list:
- Giotopoulos, K.C.; Karras, A.; Karras, C.; Avlonitis, M.; Sioutas, S. Consensus Big Data Clustering for Bayesian Mixture Models. Algorithms 2023, 16, 245. https://doi.org/10.3390/a16050245
- Giotopoulos, K.C.; Michalopoulos, D.; Karras, A.; Karras, C.; Sioutas, S. Modelling and Analysis of Neuro Fuzzy Employee Ranking System in the Public Sector. Algorithms 2023, 16, 151. https://doi.org/10.3390/a16030151
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