Abstract Book of the VI International Conference on Quality, Innovation and Sustainability - ICQIS2025

ICQIS2025 was the sixth edition of the International Conference on Quality, Innovation and Sustainability, proudly coordinated by the International Scientific, Advisory and Organizing Committees. This year, the conference took place in the charming city of Urbino, Italy — a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its cultural legacy and academic tradition. Originally launched in northern Portugal, the ICQIS conference series has continued to expand, establishing itself as a vibrant platform for international exchange. In 2025, the event once again offered an opportunity for scholars, researchers, professionals, and practitioners to present cutting-edge contributions and engage in rich discussions on quality, innovation, and sustainability across the domains of engineering, business, and societal transformation. The 2025 edition brought together one hundred and forty-four authors from fourteen countries, reflecting the global relevance and growing impact of the conference. The diversity of topics discussed — ranging from digital transformation and circular economy to lean management, sustainable tourism, Industry 5.0, human-centric innovation, and inclusive leadership — highlights the interdisciplinary nature of the event and the shared commitment to building more sustainable and resilient systems. A key highlight of ICQIS2025 was the participation of three outstanding keynote speakers. Professor Rodrigo Lozano, affiliated with TU Dresden, Vienna University of Economics and Business, and the Central University of Technology in South Africa, delivered an insightful presentation on tools, initiatives, and approaches for sustainability in organizations, emphasizing the integration of sustainable practices into organizational strategies. Professor Maria Francesca Renzi, Full Professor at Roma Tre University and President of the Italian Association of Commodity Science (AISME), offered a forward-looking lecture on the digital transformation and its social impacts in the agri-food sector. Her talk explored emerging trends and the evolving intersection between technological innovation, sustainability, and societal well-being. Lastly, Professor Jiju Antony, Vice President of Research at the International Academy for Quality, discussed the application of Lean Six Sigma in higher education, addressing challenges, benefits, tools, techniques, and providing examples of successful projects.