The book titled “Innovative Solutions and Contemporary Approaches in Management Information Systems – II” expands upon the academic foundation and impact of the first volume, offering a deeper exploration of the dynamics that define the digital transformation era. Positioned at the intersection of technology, management, and societal change, the field of Management Information Systems (MIS) has evolved into a strategic discipline encompassing a broad spectrum from business processes and decision-making mechanisms to ethical understanding and economic well-being. This book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the multifaceted nature of this transformation.

The chapters in this volume cover a wide range of current research areas, from artificial intelligence applications and the relationship between digital readiness and economic prosperity, to data-driven decision support systems, sustainable urban logistics, and digital behavior analysis. Each study presents how MIS can address contemporary challenges through empirical findings and analytical methods, illuminating the ever-evolving nature of the discipline. In this respect, the book serves as a valuable resource for researchers seeking to understand both technological developments and their organizational, social, and individual implications.

The works presented in this volume demonstrate that management informatics represents not merely a field of technical expertise, but a holistic mode of thinking shaped by ethical sensitivity, innovation, sustainability, and human values. Topics such as the new competencies required in the digital age, data-driven decision-making culture, algorithmic governance, and ethical awareness are addressed throughout the book within an integrative framework.

This second volume continues the intellectual and academic trajectory initiated by the first, deepening the discussion on how to build effective, reliable, and responsible information systems for the knowledge society of the future. It is my sincere hope that this work will open new horizons for scholars, students, and practitioners in the field of Management Information Systems and serve as a lasting reference for future research.

Assoc. Prof. Vahid SİNAP

Editor