Prof. Prodromos Chatzoglou, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece
Prodromos D. Chatzoglou is a distinguished Professor at the Department of Production and Management Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece. He also serves as the Director of the Management Information Systems Laboratory. With an academic journey spanning economics, management science, and information systems, he has held notable teaching and research positions at institutions such as the University of Cyprus, TEI of Kavala, University of Greenwich, Kingston University, and Glasgow Caledonian University. Prof. Chatzoglou has made significant contributions to fields like management information systems, supply chain management, innovation, e-commerce, e-government, and human resource management. His work includes over 100 publications in reputed international journals and conference proceedings, accumulating more than 8,000 citations with an h-index of 44 on Google Scholar. An author and editor of influential books, he has also mentored numerous PhD, postgraduate, and undergraduate students, shaping future researchers in the field of information systems and management science.
Publication Profile
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Education
Prodromos D. Chatzoglou’s academic foundation is robust and interdisciplinary. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Macedonia, Greece, in 1987. Driven by an interest in operational excellence and system efficiency, he pursued and completed his MSc in Management Science at the University of Manchester – UMIST in 1990. His academic pursuit culminated in a PhD in Information Systems from the same institution in 1993. This blend of economics, management, and information systems has allowed him to engage in diverse and multidisciplinary research and teaching activities, merging technical knowledge with managerial expertise. This strong academic background underpins his extensive contributions to fields such as information systems analysis, knowledge management, and innovation in organizations. His education has played a pivotal role in shaping his holistic approach to problem-solving, making him a respected figure in both academia and industry-driven research projects funded by national and international agencies.
Experience
Prof. Prodromos D. Chatzoglou has accumulated rich academic and research experience over three decades. Since 2002, he has been a Professor at Democritus University of Thrace and Director of the Management Information Systems Laboratory. Earlier, he served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Cyprus (1995–1997) and as an Assistant Professor at TEI of Kavala (1998–2002). Between 2005 and 2008, he was a Visiting Associate Fellow at the University of Greenwich, London. Additionally, he has taught at the Hellenic Open University and contributed to postgraduate programs at Kingston University and the University of Greenwich. His supervisory experience includes guiding 15 PhD dissertations, 60 master’s theses, and 100 undergraduate projects across various institutions. His professional journey is marked by leadership in EU- and nationally-funded research projects, covering domains such as e-commerce, social media, e-government, and supply chain management, blending theoretical insights with practical solutions.
Awards and Honors
Prodromos D. Chatzoglou has been recognized for his impactful contributions to research and education in the fields of Information Systems and Management. His extensive publication record — over 100 journal articles and 100 conference presentations — has garnered more than 8,000 citations on Google Scholar, with a significant h-index of 44, reflecting his influence in the academic community. His scholarly excellence is further emphasized through his authorship of the book Analysis & Design of Information Systems and editorial roles in translating and editing four prominent academic books into Greek. While specific awards are not detailed, his distinguished roles as a project manager for multiple European Union and national research projects, as well as his leadership positions in academia and consultancy, demonstrate peer recognition and professional trust. Moreover, his mentorship of over 15 PhD candidates and numerous postgraduate students showcases his status as a respected academic leader and educator.
Research Focus
Prof. Chatzoglou’s research spans a diverse set of interests in Management and Health Information Systems, Knowledge Management, Innovation Management, Supply Chain Management, Human Resource Management, e-Commerce, e-Government, and Social Media. His interdisciplinary focus bridges technical system design with organizational efficiency and decision-making processes. A significant part of his research addresses how businesses and governments can leverage digital technologies and information systems to enhance operational performance, stakeholder engagement, and service delivery. He explores the integration of knowledge management and innovation strategies into corporate and governmental processes to foster competitiveness and adaptability in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. His recent studies also delve into the social and economic impacts of e-commerce and e-government platforms, highlighting the transformative potential of information systems. Additionally, he has contributed to the understanding of supply chain resilience and human resource optimization, making his research vital for both theoretical advancement and practical implementation.
Publication Top Notes
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📄 A Framework for Identifying the Factors Affecting the Use of E-Government Services (Ferelis, Chatzoudes & Chatzoglou, 2022)
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📄 Factors Affecting Employee Retention: Proposing an Original Conceptual Framework (Chatzoudes & Chatzoglou, 2022)
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📄 The tax morale of exhausted taxpayers. The case of Greece (Fotiadis & Chatzoglou, 2022)
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📄 Tax Morale: Direct and Indirect Paths between Trust Factors: Empirical Evidence from Greece (Fotiadis & Chatzoglou, 2021)
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📄 Embedding Four Medium-Term Technical Indicators to an Intelligent Stock Trading Fuzzy System for Predicting: A Portfolio Management Approach (Chourmouziadis, Chourmouziadou & Chatzoglou, 2021)
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📄 A Multi‑Tier Security Analysis of Official Car Management Apps for Android (Chatzoglou, Kambourakis & Kouliaridis, 2021)
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📄 A survey on the 3D printing technology readiness to use (Chatzoglou & Michailidou, 2019)
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📄 Plant location factors: a field research (Chatzoglou, Chatzoudes, Petrakopoulou & Polychrou, 2018)
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📄 Factors affecting employee performance: an empirical approach (Diamantidis & Chatzoglou, 2018)
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📄 Service quality in the public sector: the case of the Citizen’s Service Centers (CSCs) of Greece (Chatzoglou, Chatzoudes, Vraimaki & Diamantidis, 2013)