Digital Services for Circular Economy - Project DECIDE

The paper presents the framework and objectives of the DECIDE research project. Its implementation and some interim results are described. The project addresses digital services for the circular economy. In it, we develop and test the usability of methods and tools to support the circular economy for regional developers and small and medium-sized enterprises. It is implemented within the framework of the transnational Interreg Danube Region program, prioritizing increasing competitiveness and strengthening innovation and technology transfer in the macro-region. In the project, the Laboratory for Manufacturing and Production Systems, Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Maribor members are collaborating with 15 partners from 10 countries. The project undertakes critical research into the dynamics of circular economies in the food, battery, textile, packaging, and smart cities sectors. The key objective is identifying specific challenges and opportunities for circular economies, focusing on innovative digital tools for analysis, development, and support. This fundamental research is, therefore, crucial for creating tailored solutions for the macro-region.