Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia

Denny J. C.
Sihombing

Lecturer & Researcher Open to PhD Opportunities

Focused on data science, decision support systems, and the socio-technical aspects of digital transformation.

5+
Years Teaching
3
Core Courses
10+
Theses Supervised

About

Teaching, research, and mentoring in Information Systems.

Background

With a strong foundation in both technology and pedagogy, my academic focus bridges systems analysis, digital transformation, and the effective management of IT projects.

I am currently seeking PhD opportunities to investigate the socio-technical dimensions of digital inclusion. I am particularly interested in how state-led digital initiatives are experienced, adapted, and resisted in fragile infrastructural settings across Southeast Asia.

Focus Areas
  • Researching the gap between universal digital policy ambitions and ground-level realities.
  • Teaching core courses in Decision Support Systems, IT Project Management, and Digital Transformation.
  • Managing DSLab-ID, fostering practical skills in Data Science & DSS.
  • Actively supervising undergraduate theses and developing project-based learning materials.

Core Courses

Emphasis on conceptual understanding and practical application.

DSS

Decision Support Systems

A comprehensive introduction to DSS, covering fundamental concepts, architectures, and methodologies for improving organizational decision-making through structured analytical frameworks.

DSS concepts and architectures
MCDM methods: AHP, TOPSIS, SAW
Model-driven and data-driven DSS
Decision analysis and visualization
DT

Digital Transformation

Examines the strategic dimensions of digital transformation, exploring how emerging technologies and information systems drive innovation and competitive advantage in modern organizations.

Digital strategy and business models
Fuzzy decision making under uncertainty
Digital transformation frameworks
Organizational change management
ISPM

IT Project Management

Focuses on the methodologies, tools, and best practices for planning, executing, and successfully delivering information systems projects in dynamic business environments.

Agile and traditional methodologies
Resource and risk management
Project lifecycle and execution
Stakeholder communication

Research & Publications

Exploring the intersections of digital inclusion, socio-technical systems, and data-driven decision making.

01

Digital Inclusion & Policy Realities

Investigating how state-led digital initiatives (e.g., upskilling schemes under Indonesia's Satu Data framework) are adapted and resisted in fragile infrastructural settings, addressing the gap between policy ambitions and ground-level realities.

02

Decision Support Systems & MCDM

Development and application of multi-criteria decision making methods — AHP, TOPSIS, and related approaches — for practical decision problems in business and organizational contexts.

03

Educational Data Mining & Analytics

Applying predictive modeling, statistical analysis, and data warehouse design to institutional research, focusing on learning analytics and academic performance prediction to support strategic decision-making.

Articles & DSLab-ID

Structured learning materials, articles, and practical tools for students and independent learners.

Publication

Dev Data Diary

A curated collection of articles, tutorials, and reflections on data science, decision support systems, and software engineering. Continuously published on Medium.

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Laboratory

DSLab-ID

A dedicated laboratory focusing on Data Science & Decision Support Systems at Unika Atma Jaya. Includes step-by-step examples, templates, and interactive tools for MCDM (AHP, TOPSIS, SAW).

Enter DSLab-ID →

Get in Touch

Connect with me for academic discussions and collaborations.

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Open to Collaboration

Available for discussions regarding PhD opportunities, applied research, thesis supervision, and guest lectures in socio-technical systems, digital transformation, and decision support.

PhD Opportunities Applied research Teaching & curriculum Guest lectures