IES 2023 CONFERENCE

STATISTICAL METHODS FOR EVALUATION AND QUALITY:

TECHNIQUES, TECHNOLOGIES AND TRENDS (T 3)

SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM

UNIVERSITY "G. d'ANNUNZIO" CHIETI-PESCARA

AUGUST 30 – SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Viale Pindaro 42, Pescara (Italy)

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Dear Colleagues,

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, it is our pleasure to announce the 11th Scientific Meeting
of the SIS Group “Statistics for the Evaluation and Quality in Services” (SVQS; website) entitled IES
2023 - Statistical Methods for Evaluation and Quality: Techniques, Technologies, and Trends (T 3).

The IES 2023 conference will be held on August 30 - September 1, 2023. It is an in-person conference
held at the University “G. d'Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara.

The meeting, sponsored by the Italian Statistical Society (SIS), aims at promoting and coordinating
the methodological and applied research related to the statistical evaluation of both private and
public services. Contributions on the development of innovative statistical methodologies as well as
empirical applications are welcome. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
Digital transition, E-commerce and digital marketing, Enterprises, Environment and territory,
Healthcare and wellness, Finance, bank and FinTech, Justice System, Labour market, Official
statistics, Public administration, Food and wine, School, education and training, Social, Sports,
Sustainability, Tourism, Transport, University and research, Well-being and welfare.

The Conference is scheduled in 3 Plenary sessions, 18 solicited sessions related to the topics listed
above and 6 contributed sessions.

We acknowledge the University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara for supporting the Conference
together with the Scientific Committee of the SIS group, the Program Committee, and the Local
Organizing Committee.

Looking forward to seeing you at IES 2023!

Paolo Mariani
Chair of the Program Committee

Tonio Di Battista
Chair of Local Organizing Committee

Maurizio Carpita
Coordinator of the SVQS Group

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Scientific Committee of the group of the Italian Statistical Society on Statistics for
the Evaluation and Quality of Services – SVQS
Maurizio Carpita
Pietro Amenta
Matilde Bini
Antonello D’Ambra
Luigi D’Ambra
Paolo Mariani
Marica Manisera
Monica Palma
Pasquale Sarnacchiaro
Program Committee of the Conference IES 2023
Chair: Paolo Mariani
Matilde Bini
Mario Bolzan
Giuseppe Bove
Eugenio Brentari
Ida Camminatiello
Maurizio Carpita
Carlo Cavicchia
Roy Cerqueti
Enrico Ciavolino
Corrado Crocetta
Antonello D’Ambra
Pierpaolo D’Urso
Tonio Di Battista
Simone Di Zio
Mauro Ferrante
Francesca Fortuna
Michele Gallo
Claudiu Herteliu
Salvatore Ingrassia
Ron Kenett
Michele La Rocca
Rosaria Lombardo
Antonio Lucadamo
Marica Manisera
Andrea Marletta
Lucio Masserini
Fabrizio Maturo
Matteo Mazziotta
Rodolfo Metulini
Stefania Mignani
Enrico Ripamonti
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University of Brescia
University of Sannio
European University of Roma
University of Campania “L. Vanvitelli”
University of Naples “Federico II”
University of Milan “Bicocca”
University of Brescia
University of Salento
University of Naples “Federico II”
University of Milano “Bicocca”
European University of Roma
University of Padova
University of Roma 3
University of Brescia
University of Campania “L. Vanvitelli”
University of Brescia
Erasmus University Rotterdam
University of Rome “La Sapienza”
University of Salento
University of Bari “Aldo Moro”
University of Campania “L. Vanvitelli”
University of Rome “La Sapienza”
University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
University of Palermo
University of “Roma Tre”
University of Naples “Orientale”
Bucharest University of Economic Studies
University of Catania
Samuel Neaman Institute & KPA Group
University of Salerno
University of Campania “L. Vanvitelli”
University of Sannio
University of Brescia
University of Milano “Bicocca”
University of Pisa
University Mercatorum
ISTAT
University of Bergamo
University of Bologna
University of Brescia
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Silvia Salini University of Milano
Pasquale Sarnacchiaro University of Naples “Federico II”
Violetta Simonacci University of Naples “Federico II”
Maurizio Vichi University of Rome “La Sapienza”
Mariangela Zenga University of Milano “Bicocca”

Local Committee of the Conference IES 2023

Chair: Tonio Di Battista University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Andrea Bucci University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Alfredo Cartone University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Marco Di Marzio University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Marta Di Nicola University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Simone Di Zio University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Stefania Fensore University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Lara Fontanella University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Stefano Antonio Gattone University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Luigi Ippoliti University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Eugenia Nissi University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Paolo Postiglione University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Annalina Sarra University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Pasquale Valentini University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara
Adelia Evangelista (Secretariat) University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara

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 Submission & Deadlines

Authors who wish to present a contribution to the conference are required to send a short paper
by March 31, 2023.

All papers must be sent EXCLUSIVELY to the following address: ies2023pescara@unich.it

All contributions will be subject to a “blind refereeing process”.

The short papers can be submitted using LaTeX or Word editorial standards.

• LaTeX template (click here to download the Latex template STRONGLY RECOMMENDED)
• Word template (click here to download the Word template)

Authors who use the LaTeX template are kindly invited to send a .zip file containing the .text file, all
the images and files used for the compilation, and the .pdf version of the contribution.

IES 2023 DEADLINES

Short Paper Submission March 31st 2023

Notification to authors
(decision is taken, and possible revisions are required) April 30th 2023

Resubmission of the revised version May 31st 2023

Notification of paper acceptance June 15th 2023

Early bird registration May 31st 2023

REGISTRATION FEES

Types of participants Before 31.05.2023 After 31.05.2023

SIS member 140.00 EUR 180.00 EUR
SIS member junior / retired 100.00 EUR 120.00 EUR
Non-SIS member Senior (over 35) 170.00 EUR 220.00 EUR
Non-SIS member junior (under 35) 140.00 EUR 160.00 EUR
Foreign scholars 170.00 EUR 220.00 EUR

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FEES CAN BE PAYED BY:

- Bank transfer:

Società Italiana di Statistica

Blu Banca, IBAN: IT 83 O 03441 03201 CC01 90522425
SWIFT code: SVTUIT21
Payment reference: IES 2023 registration fee, First Name and Family Name

Please, ask your bank to make the transfer at no cost for the recipient.

- PayPal (through the Conference registration form):

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO THE IES2023 CONFERENCE

SPECIAL ISSUES & PROCEEDINGS

All the accepted short papers (up to 4-6 pages) will be published in the IES2023 Proceedings, with
ISBN. Book of Short Papers will be available during the Conference.

Authors of papers presented at IES2023 are invited to submit the extended version for possible
publication in a special issue of International Journals.
The program committee has planned:

• A special issue in Socio-Economic and Planning Sciences (SEPS) journal: “Statistical methods
on heterogeneous data for evaluating services”. Guest Editors: Tonio Di Battista, Ron Kenett,
Paolo Mariani, Antonello D’Ambra.
• A "fast track procedure" in Statistical Methods and Applications (SMA) journal. The authors
should specify that the paper has been presented at IES 2023 Conference during the
submission phase.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Luigi D’Ambra
University of Naples “Federico II”
CV

Ron Kenett
Samuel Neaman Institute & KPA Group
CV

Further information will be available soon.

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 Practical Information

The Venue
University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara – Viale Pindaro 42, 65127 Pescara (PE)

Pescara is an Italian city on the Adriatic coast. It is known for its beaches and as the birthplace of the
poet Gabriele D'Annunzio. On the other hand, Chieti is among the most ancient of Italian cities,
according to a legend, the city was founded by Achille and was named Thetis in honor of his mother.

The territory offers a mix of nature, suggestive landscapes and sport. The Adriatic coast is
characterized by long and sandy beaches to the north and pebbly beaches to the south. Also, the
small villages of the hinterland, as well as the monasteries and castles of the region, are very
charming and a part of many touristic routes in this the "greenest region" in Italy.

For more information about local places and suggestions for tourist itineraries in the surrounding
areas, we advise you to look at the following sites:
https://www.comune.pescara.it/
https://www.comune.chieti.it/index
https://abruzzoturismo.it/en/pescara

https://abruzzoturismo.it/en/chieti
https://abruzzoturismo.it/en/itinerari
https://abruzzoturismo.it/it/costa-dei-trabocchi

How to get to the Conference Location

Nearest international airports:

Abruzzo Airport – Pescara
https://www.abruzzoairport.com/

Roma Ciampino - Giovan Battista Pastine International Airport (CIA) about 202 km
https://www.adr.it/ciampino

Roma Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Airport (FCO) about 228 km

https://www.adr.it/fiumicino

By Train
Trains are a bit slower than buses. When you arrive at the Rome Airport you should take the train to
Termini train station. Do not take the train to Tiburtina. Some regional trains operated by Trenitalia
connect Rome to Pescara. The journey (without changes) will take approximately 3h 3m from Roma

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Termini train station. You can schedule your itinerary using the Italian railways website available
here.

By Bus
Several bus lines connect Rome to Pescara. Some options are provided below, organized by
departure location. We still strongly suggest you plan your itinerary in advance and check up-to-
date timetables and fares.

- Bus lines operated by DICARLOBUS, click here to plan and book your itinerary.

From Roma Fiumicino Airport to Pescara bus station

Departure Arrive
07:00 10:30 (around 3h 30m)
09:00 12:15 (around 3h 30m)

From Roma Tiburtina bus station to Pescara bus station

Departure Arrive
08:10 10:30 (around 2h 15m)
10:00 12:15 (around 2h 15m)

- Bus lines operated by PRONTOBUS, click here to plan and book your itinerary.

From Roma Fiumicino Airport to Pescara bus station

Departure Arrive
09:30 13:20 (around 3h 50m)
11:30 14:45 (around 3h 15m)

From Roma Tiburtina bus station to Pescara bus station

Departure Arrive
07:00 10:45 (around 2h 45m)
10:45 13:20 (around 2h 35m)

From Roma Ciampino Airport to Pescara bus station

Departure Arrive
10:00 13:30 (around 3h 20m)
12:00 14:45 (around 2h 45m)

Several urban bus lines connect Pescara terminal bus/city centre to the University “G. d’Annunzio”
of Chieti-Pescara. The bus lines number 3, 6, and 7.

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 By Car
From South: Highway A14 → Take the exit towards Pescara South

From North: Highway A14 → Take the exit towards Pescara West → Take the local highway →
Take the exit towards Pescara University

From West: Highway A25 → Take the exit towards Chieti-Pescara → Take the local highway →
Take the exit towards Pescara University

Click on this red icon to find

the venue by Google Maps

Accomodations
- For those who want to stay in the city centre
The conference venue is located approximately 3km south of the city centre. For those wishing to
stay overnight near the city centre, we recommend the following hotels. It is possible to reach the
conference venue by bus starting from Corso Vittorio Emanuele (click here to get the bus stop )

Hotel ESPLANADE**** (3,2 Km) Idilio B&B (2,9 Km)

G Hotel Pescara**** (2,8 Km) Bella Pescara (2,4 Km)
Hotel PLAZA**** (2,7 Km) B&B Le Stanze sul Corso (3,0 Km)
Hotel Victoria**** (3,0 Km) B&B Blanc (3,0 Km)
Hotel ALBA*** (2,9 Km) B&B Hotel Pescara (2,0 Km)
Hotel Ambra*** (3,2 Km)

- To stay close to the conference venue

For those wishing to stay overnight near the conference venue, we recommend the following hotels

Hotel SPAZIO RESIDENZA*** BOREA B&B

Hotel REGENT*** Terrazze Dannunziane

- Other accommodations are availible on booking.com

Sessions
Structure of the Sessions
Plenary Sessions
Solicited Session (SS)
Contributed Session (SCL)
35' minutes talk, 10' floor discussion.
15' minutes talk, 5' floor discussion.
15' minutes talk, 5' floor discussion.

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Plenary sessions and SVQS Assembly
Plenary sessions and SVQS Assembly will take place in the room 31 at ground floor of the Conference
venue.
Solicited and Contributed sessions
Solicited and Contributed sessions will take place in the rooms 31, 33, 35 (ground floor) of the
Conference venue.
Coffee breaks and lunchs
Coffee breaks and lunchs will take place in front of the room 31 of the Conference venue.

Social Events
Welcome Cocktail : “Rustelle on the Beach”
The Welcome Cocktail (Aperitif) will take place in Saturno Beach Club (Pescara) at 20.30, on
Wednesday August 30th. In addition to drinks, you can taste the famous Abruzzo’s Arrosticini offered
by the Local Committee of the Conference.

For those who wish to continue the evening with a dinner, we inform you that Saturno beach club
hosts the Restaurant Margherita a Mare which serves typical Abruzzo cuisine. The estimated cost is
25-30 euros per person, you should make a reservation at least 8 days before given the touristic
season.

Saturno Beach Club

Viale della Riviera, 16, 65123 Pescara PE (Google Maps link: click red icon)

Guided Tour in Chieti and IES2023 Social Dinner

The Social Dinner will take place in Lo Scoiattolo Restaurant (Chieti) at 20.30, on Thursday August
31st. A shuttle service will be organized for the participants at the guided tour in Chieti.
Price: 50 euro to be paid at the registration desk of the conference.

Lo Scoiattolo Restaurant
Via Colle dell'Ara, 3, 66100 Chieti CH (Google Maps link: click red icon)

Dinner among Vineyards Rows

The Dinner among Vineyards Rows (Wine Tasting) will take place in Marchesi de’ Cordano wine cellar
(Loreto Aprutino) at 20.30, on Thursday September 1st. A shuttle service will accompany guests to the
wine cellar.
Price: 25 euro to be paid at the registration desk of the conference.

Marchesi de’ Cordano

Contrada Cordano, 43, 65014 Loreto Aprutino PE (Google Maps link: click red icon)

Please book participation in coffee breaks, lunches and social events (also for accompanying
person) as a supplementary option in the Conference Registration form.

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Other Information
Internet WI-FI
A free WI-FI connection is available at the Conference venue with eduroam user.

Taxi
If you need Taxis you can call it by Radiotaxi (phone): 08535155. Click here for Radiotaxi Pescara
website.

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 Wednesday August, 30th

13.00 – 15.00, -Ground Floor-

Conference Registration

13.00 – 16.30, room 31 -Ground Floor-

Welcome Address and Plenary Session

16.30 – 17.00, corridor space -Ground Floor-

COFFEE BREAK

17.00 – 18.30, room 31 -Ground Floor-

SS1 – Session Name

17.00 – 18.30, room 33 -Ground Floor-

SS2 – Session Name

17.00 – 18.30, room 35 -Ground Floor-

SS3 – Session Name
20:30, Saturno Beach Club (Pescara)
Welcome Cocktail: “Rustelle on the Beach”

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 Thursday August, 31st

9.30 – 11.00, room 31 -Ground Floor- 15.00 – 16.30, room 35 -Ground Floor-
SCC1 – Session Name SS9 – Session Name
16.30 – 20:30, Chieti
9.30 – 11.00, room 33 -Ground Floor- Guided Tour in Chieti
SCC2 – Session Name

9.30 – 11.00, room 35 -Ground Floor-

SCC3 – Session Name

11.00 – 11.30, corridor space -Ground Floor-

COFFEE BREAK
20:30, Lo Scoiattolo Restaurant (Chieti)
11.30 – 13.00, room 31 -Ground Floor- IES2023 Social Dinner
SS4 – Session Name

11.30 – 13.00, room 33 -Ground Floor-

SS5 – Session Name

11.30 – 13.00, room 35 -Ground Floor-

SS6 – Session Name

13.00 – 14.15

LUNCH BREAK

14.15 – 15.00, room 31 -Ground Floor-

Plenary Session

15.00 – 16.30, room 31 -Ground Floor-

SS7 – Session Name

15.00 – 16.30, room 33 -Ground Floor-

SS8 – Session Name

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 Friday September, 1st

9.30 – 11.00, room 31 -Ground Floor- 15.00 – 16.30, room 35 -Ground Floor-
SCC4 – Session Name SS15 – Session Name

9.30 – 11.00, room 33 -Ground Floor-
SCC5 – Session Name
9.30 – 11.00, room 35 -Ground Floor-
SCC6 – Session Name
11.00 – 11.30, corridor space -Ground Floor-
COFFEE BREAK
16.30 – 17.00, corridor space -Ground Floor-
COFFEE BREAK
17.00 – 18.30, room 31 -Ground Floor-
SS16 – Session Name
17.00 – 18.30, room 33 -Ground Floor-
SS17 – Session Name

11.30 – 13.00, room 31 -Ground Floor- 17.00 – 18.30, room 35 -Ground Floor-
SS10 – Session Name SS18 – Session Name

11.30 – 13.00, room 33 -Ground Floor- 18.30 – 19.00, room 31 -Ground Floor-
SS11 – Session Name Closing Cerimony

11.30 – 13.00, room 35 -Ground Floor- 20:30, Marchesi de’Cordano

SS12 – Session Name (Loreto Aprutino)
Dinner among Vineyards Rows
13.00 – 14.15

LUNCH BREAK

14.15 – 15.00, room 31 -Ground Floor-

Plenary Session

15.00 – 16.30, room 31 -Ground Floor-

SS13 – Session Name

15.00 – 16.30, room 33 -Ground Floor-

SS14 – Session Name

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