Palacio Fierro, Andrés
Preferred name
Palacio Fierro, Andrés
Main Affiliation
Quito
Email
andrespalacio@uti.edu.ec
ORCID
0000-0002-4450-1101
Scopus Author ID
57203802181
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Item type:Publication, Low-Cost Interfaces and Technological Accessibility: A Human–Computer Interaction Approach for the Inclusion of Individuals with Motor Disabilities(Springer Nature Switzerland, 2026); ; ; ; Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurological disorder of prenatal or perinatal origin that affects motor control, posture, and frequently speech, thereby limiting autonomy and social participation among individuals who experience it. During the transition to adulthood, these limitations tend to intensify, highlighting the need for assistive technologies (AT) that effectively address real-world contexts of use. However, the high cost and limited adaptability of many existing solutions restrict their adoption, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This study is situated within the field of Human–Computer Interaction (HCI) and aims to evaluate low-cost input devices based on principles of accessibility, ergonomics, and usability, to improve the work performance of individuals with motor disabilities. A qualitative methodology was employed, based on the think-aloud technique, applied to a case study involving an adult with cerebral palsy who interacted with three devices: a conventional trackpad, a MAKEY MAKEY-based interface, and a wireless keyboard with an integrated touchpad. The results indicate that, although the trackpad allows for a degree of progressive adaptation, it presents limitations in tasks requiring bimanual coordination. The MAKEY MAKEY interface provides greater discrete control but demands high levels of coordination and generates fatigue due to its physical configuration. In contrast, the wireless keyboard with an integrated touchpad emerges as the most efficient and ergonomic alternative, as it distributes functions between both hands and reduces physical effort. It is concluded that the adaptation of mass-market consumer technologies, under a user-centered design approach, can offer accessible, functional, and sustainable solutions for the digital inclusion of individuals with motor disabilities. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2026. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Digital Divide: A Bibliometric Approach to Existing Knowledge(2023); ; 24 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, A review of consumer-to-consumer digital information and knowledge sharing(2025); ; 59 2 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Empirical evidence for intransitivity in consumer preferences(2020); Scopus© Citations 2 34 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Consumer value creation through WhatsApp use: A qualitative multimethod approach in a Latin American scenario(2019); ; Velín-Fárez M.Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to understand in-depth how consumers create value in their lives using WhatsApp, the leading mobile instant messaging (MIM) application. Design/methodology/approach: The study adopts the perspective of customer-dominant logic (CDL) and uses a qualitative multimethod design involving 3 focus groups and 25 subsequent in-depth interviews. The research setting was Ecuador, a Latin American country. Findings: Analysis and interpretation of the participants’ stories made it possible to identify and understand the creation of four types of value: maintaining and strengthening relationships; improving role performance; emotional support; and entertainment and fun. In addition, the present study proposes a conceptual model of consumer value creation as it applies to MIM. Practical implications: Understanding the way consumers create value in their lives using MIM is important not only for organizations that offer MIM applications, but also for those companies that develop other applications for mobile phones or for those who wish to use MIM as an electronic word-of-mouth vehicle. Originality/value: The current study is one of the first to address the topic of consumer behavior in the use of technologies from the perspective of CDL; this perspective enables an integrated qualitative vision of value creation in which the consumer is the protagonist. © 2019, Emerald Publishing Limited.31 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Business Education vs. Entrepreneurial Attitude of Students of the Faculty of Administrative Sciences of the Universidad Técnica de Ambato(2024); Ruth Zamora-SánchezThis research details the entrepreneurial attitude of university students. The study aims to identify the factors influencing the entrepreneurial attitude of students in the Faculty of Administrative Sciences, as well as the importance of business education programs in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurship from early stages of academic training. To achieve this, the research explores students’ intention and motivation towards innovation, risk-taking, and entrepreneurial initiative. The study population consisted of students majoring in Business Administration and Marketing. Dimensions related to risk perception, creativity, motivation, and entrepreneurial intention were assessed. Findings indicate a notable predisposition towards entrepreneurship among university students, highlighting a high propensity for taking calculated risks and a proactive mindset towards problem-solving. Similarly, the influence of educational components was identified. These findings lead to the conclusion that there are significant implications for designing curricula and educational policies aimed at cultivating an entrepreneurial culture in the university environment, thereby promoting the intention to undertake entrepreneurial ventures, enhancing students’ ability to face challenges in the business world, and fostering innovation in the future.24 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, An Exploration of the Skills and Knowledge of the Accounting Profession(2023); 40 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Application of E-commerce in Ecuador's Economic Activities(2022); 52 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Electronic Word of Mouth and Sustainability: A Bibliometric Approach(Springer Nature Switzerland, 2026); ; ; Guadalupe-Lanas, JorgeElectronic word of mouth (eWOM) is a type of human-computer interaction that comprises simple, two-way communication, disseminating information about companies, brands, and products through digital spaces. Given the significant interest in eWOM, various extant studies have sought to structure this field of study through a bibliometric approach. As the literature on eWOM has continued to grow, bibliometric studies on eWOM have begun to be specialized. Following this line of work, the present bibliometric study seeks to unravel eWOM’s structure as it applies to sustainability, a topic of great current importance. Using the Scopus database, 1,968 documents were identified. Descriptive and productivity analyses characterize the field of eWOM and sustainability as a rapidly growing and multidisciplinary field, in which China and the United States stand out in the literature. Science mapping analyses have identified four clusters of terms associated with research lines: 1) human behavior in eWOM, 2) social aspects of eWOM and sustainability, 3) eWOM’s impact on sustainability and tourism, and 4) eWOM’s technological aspects and measurement. The overlay visualization of term analysis reveals an evolution in research interest, progressing from technological aspects, through economic and behavioral aspects, to the current emphasis on sustainability and tourism. Finally, this study discusses these results’ implications for theory and practice. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2026. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Consumer Behavior in Health Wearables Technologies: A Bibliometric Approach(Springer Nature Switzerland, 2026); ; Health Wearable Technologies (HWT), including smartwatches, fitness trackers, and telehealth platforms, have become a new generation of tools for preventive healthcare and chronic disease management. This study uses bibliometric analysis to explore the intellectual structure and thematic evolution of HWT research, and it analyzes 315 peer-reviewed articles from Scopus in the fields of business, social sciences, and medicine. The results show that there are two distinct growth phases: slow growth at the end of the twentieth century and fast growth after 2000 due to the development of human-computer interaction. HWT research is inherently multidisciplinary, with 55.36% of publications coming from social sciences, business, and medical disciplines. The United States leads the world in scholarly output, with 35.87% of documents, while developing regions are underrepresented. Science mapping via VOSviewer reveals two thematic clusters: (1) clinical and ethical dynamics (e.g., physician-patient relationships, data validity), and (2) consumer-market interactions (e.g., usability, direct-to-consumer models). These clusters capture the struggles between medical authority and patient autonomy as well as the increasing impact of user experience (UX) in non-clinical contexts. The study emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary collaboration to address HWT’s complexity and highlights the need for more research in developing economies to ensure global applicability. Two actionable recommendations are proposed: (1) combining clinical utility with commercial viability through UX-driven design, and (2) addressing ethical biases in doctor-patient interactions when HWT interacts. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2026.