Professor Aleksandar Rikalovic was born in Loznica, Serbia, on December 6th, 1980. He is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, University of Novi Sad, Serbia. He received the integrated B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Graphic Engineering and Design in 2006 from University of Novi Sad. Upon completion of the Master's Degree Program in Graphic Engineering and Design, school year 2007/2008 he enrolled in doctoral studies at the Faculty of Technical Sciences, Department of Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. During his doctoral studies (2009 and 2011) he attended professional training at the Department of Mechatronics and Robotics, Vienna University of Technology. In 2013 and 2014 he is doing research for doctoroal disertaton at the University of Milan, Department of Informatics, Italy. In September 2014, he finished joint Ph.D. studies at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, University of Novi Sad (Serbia) and at the Department of Computer Science, University of Milan (Italy). His Ph.D. supervisors were prof. Ilja Cosic (Dept. of Industrial Engineering and Management, University of Novi Sad) and Vincenzo Piuri (Dept. of Computer Science, University of Milan). His Ph.D. theses titled "Model for Industrial Site Selection" is integrated model based on Geographic Information Systems, Fuzzy Logic and Multi Criteria Decision Analysis.
In June 2016, he finished Postdoctoral studies in Computer Science at the University of Milan, Italy. Same year he start working as Visiting Professor at the University of Milan, Department of Computer Science on the subject Intelligent Systems for Decision Support. During 2018, he is doing specialization in predictive analytics and edge computing at the Department of Mathematics, Natural and Economic Sciences (University of Ulm, Germany), Department of Computer Science (University of West Bohemia, Czech Republic) and Mitsubishi Electric EMEA (Ratingen, Germany). During 2019 he is providing lectures and trainings in Smart manufacturingat the Department of Applied Informatics (University of Technology, Kaunas, Lithuania) and Mitsubishi Electric-Southeastern Europe (Krakow, Poland). During November 2023, Professor Rikalovic participated at the seminar on "Artificial Intelligence and its Business applications for Belt and Road Countries" in Beijing and Shenzhen, China, emphasizing implementation of Large Language Models cyber security.
His main research interests are: intelligent decision support systems, smart manufacturing, geographic information systems and multimedia. On these topics, he has published more than 30 papers appeared in international journals, proceedings of international conferences, books, and book chapters. He is a reviewer in major international journals from his field of interest:IEEE Systems Journal, International Journal of Information Technology and Decision Making, Journal of Experimental and Theoretical Artificial Intelligence, Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Humanized Computing, Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy, Journal of Mechanical Engineering, Energy Strategy Reviews, International Journal of Geo-Information and International Journal of Industrial Engineering and Management. He has participated in many international research projects and projects in cooperation with industry. He is currently working on the Smart Factory development for Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0.
Professor Rikalovic is providing lectures in following subjects: Production systems; Production strategy; Production structure and location of the company; Product and process improvement projects, Advanced Intelligent systems for decision support, Multimedia and global media, Digital image processing, Risk analysis and information security.
He is a Head of Engineering Management Study Programs (BCA&MSC)(2022-).
He is a Senior Research Associate a the Research and Development Institute for Artificial Intelligence of Serbia (2022-).
He is a member of the IEEE.
He is married, and his father of four children.
Lives in Novi Sad, Serbia.
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Rikalović A., Ćosić I., Donida Labati R., Piuri V.: Intelligent Decision Support System for Industrial Site Classification: a GIS-based Hierarchical Neuro-Fuzzy Approach, IEEE Systems Journal, 2018, Vol. 12, No. 3, pp. 2970 - 2981, ISSN 1932-8184
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Rikalović A., Ćosić I., Donida Labati R., Piuri V.: A Comprehensive Method for Industrial Site Selection: The Macro-Location Analysis, IEEE Systems Journal, 2017, Vol. 11, No 4, pp. 2971-2980, ISSN 1932-8184, UDK: 10.1109/JSYST.2015.2444471
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Bajić B., Rikalović A., Suzić N., Piuri V.: Industry 4.0 Implementation Challenges and Opportunities: A Managerial Perspective, IEEE Systems Journal, 2021, Vol.15, No.1, pp.546-559 ISSN 1932-8184
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Rikalović A., Suzić N., Bajić B., Piuri V.: Industry 4.0 Implementation Challenges and Opportunities: A Technological Perspective, IEEE Systems Journal, 2021, Vol. 99, pp. 1-14, ISSN 1932-8184
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Božičković R., Radošević M., Ćosić I., Soković M., Rikalović A.: Integration of simulation and lean tools in effective production systems - case study, Strojniski vestnik = Journal of Mechanical Engineering, 2012, ISSN 0039-2480
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Rikalović A., Ćosić I.: A Fuzzy Expert System for Industrial Location Factor Analysis, Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, 2015, Vol. 12, No 12, pp. 33-51, ISSN 1785-8860
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Radošević M., Ćosić I., Marković J., Rikalović A., Kušar J.: Improvement of Education work process quality by applying VSM - Lean tools, Tehnics Tehnologies Education Management / TTEM, 2013, Vol. 8, No 2, ISSN 1840-1503
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Rikalović A., Bajić B., Simeunović N., Morača S., Suzić N.: Real-time Data Analytics Edge Computing Application for Industry 4.0: The Mahalanobis-Taguchi Approach, International Journal of Industrial Engineering and Management, 2020, Vol. 11, No 3, pp. 1-11, ISSN 2217-2661
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Rikalović A., Soares A. G., Ignjatic J.: ANALYSIS OF LOGISTICS CENTER LOCATION: A GIS – BASED APPROACH, 6. VI International Symposium NEW HORIZONS of transport and communications, Doboj: University of East Sarajevo, 17-18 Novembar, 2017, pp. 19-28, ISBN 978-99955-36-66-4, UDK: UDK 656.1/.2(082)(0.034.4)
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Rikalović A., Ćosić Đ., Popov S., Lazarević Đ.: Spatial Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for Industrial Site Selection: The State of the Art, 11. Balkan Conference on Operational Research - BALCOR, Zlatibor: University of Belgrade, Faculty of Organizational Sciences, 7-11 Septembar, 2013, pp. 159-167, ISBN 978-86-7680-285-2
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Suzić N., Vrgović P., Rikalović A.: Potentials of Mass Customization on Furniture Market of Vojvodina, 4. International Conference on Mass Customization and Personalization in Central Europe MCP-CE, Novi Sad: Fakultet tehni;kih nauka, 23-24 Septembar, 2010, pp. 163-167, ISBN 978-86-7892-277-0
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Bajić B., Ćosić I., Katalinić B., Morača S., Lazarević M., Rikalović A.: EDGE COMPUTING VS. CLOUD COMPUTING: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN INDUSTRY 4.0, 30. DAAAM International Symposium on Intelligent Manufacturing and Automation, Zadar: DAAAM International Vienna, 23-26 Oktobar, 2019, pp. 864-871, ISBN 978-3-902734-22-8
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Rikalović A., Radovanović Z., Ralević N., Tešić Z., Simeunović N., Bajić B.: Fuzzy Expert System for Risk Assessment After Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy in Breast Cancer Patients, 18. IEEE International Conference on Smart Technologies - EUROCON, Novi Sad: IEEE, 1-4 Jul, 2019, pp. 1-6
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Medojević M., Diaz Villar P., Ćosić I., Rikalović A., Sremčev N., Lazarević M.: ENERGY MANAGEMENT IN INDUSTRY 4.0 ECOSYSTEM: A REVIEW ON POSSIBILITIES AND CONCERNS, 29. DAAAM International Symposium on Intelligent Manufacturing and Automation, Zadar: DAAAM International, 24-27 Oktobar, 2018, pp. 674-680, ISBN 978-3-902734-20-4, UDK: ISSN 1726-9679
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Rikalović A., Suzić N., Stevanov B., Bajić B., Ignjatić J.: Predictive Manufacturing Systems in Industry 4.0: Trends, Benefits and Challenges, 28. DAAAM International Symposium on Intelligent Manufacturing and Automation, Zadar: DAAAM International Viena, 8-11 Novembar, 2017, pp. 796-802, ISBN 978-3-902734-11-2
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Bojana Nikolic, Ilija Cosic, Ilija Cosic, Milovan Lazarevic, Milovan Lazarevic, Aleksandar Rikalovic: Machine Learning Techniques for Smart Manufacturing: Applications and Challenges in Industry 4.0, 9th International Scientific and Expert Conference TEAM 2018, pp. 29-38, ISBN 978-86-6022-098-3
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Rikalović A., Ćulibrk D., Ignjatić J., Bajić B.: Deep Learning for Historical Cadastral Maps Digitization: Overview, Challenges and Potential, 24. International Conferences in Central Europe on Computer Graphics, Visualization and Computer Vision, Plzeň: Vaclav Skala - UNION Agency , 30-3 Maj, 2016, ISBN 978-80-86943-42-8
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Rikalović A., Ćosić I., Lazarević Đ.: GIS based multi-criteria analysis for industrial site selection, 24. DAAAM International Symposium, Zadar: DAAAM International Vienna, 23-26 Oktobar, 2013, pp. 143-153, ISBN 978-3-901509-97-1
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Ignjatić J., Nikolić B., Rikalović A.: Trends and Challenges in Brownfield Revitalization: A GIS Based Approach, 17. International Scientific Conference on INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS - IS, Novi Sad: Univerzitet u Novom Sadu, Fakultet tehničkih nauka Novi Sad, 4-6 Oktobar, 2017, ISBN ISBN 978-86-7892-978
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Rikalović A., Ćosić I., Lazarević Đ.: The Role of GIS in Industrial Location Analysis, International Scientific Conference on INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS - IS'14, Novi Sad: Fakultet tehničkih nauka, 15-17 Septembar, 2014, pp. 299-302, ISBN 978-86-7892-652-5
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Rikalović A., Pavić A., Suzić N., Gračanin D.: Project Management Using Open Source Internet Tools, 4. International Conference for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Regional Development ICEIRD, Ohrid: National Centre for Development of Innovation and Entrepreneurial Learning, 5-7 Maj, 2011, pp. 987-994, ISBN 978-608-65144-2-6
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Ćosić I., Rikalović A.: Priručnik za projektovanje proizvodnih sistema u grafičkoj industriji, Novi Sad, FTN Izdavaštvo, 2012, ISBN 978-86-7892-459-0
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Rikalović A., Ćosić I.: GIS BASED MULTI-CRITERIA DECISION ANALYSIS FOR INDUSTRIAL SITE SELECTION: THE STATE OF THE ART, Istraživanja i projektovanja za privredu - IIPP, 2014, Vol. 12, No 3, pp. 197-206, ISSN 1451-4117
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Rikalović A.: Spatial analysis of logistics center location: A comprehensive approach, Decision Making: Applications in Management and Engineering, 2018, Vol. 1, pp. 38-49, ISSN 2560-6018
() Defended Doctoral dissertation
Rikalović A.: Razvoj modela za izbor lokacije proizvodnih sistema, Novi Sad, Fakultet tehničkih nauka, 2014
