Convergence of Industry 4.0 and Supply Chain Sustainability: 9798369313633: Business & Management Books

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ISBN13: 9798369313633

ISBN13 Softcover: 9798369345542

EISBN13: 9798369313640

DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1363-3

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In the ever-increasing landscape of industry and technology, companies worldwide face an unprecedented challenge. The relentless march of progress, epitomized by the revolution of Industry 4.0, demands adaptation for survival and competitiveness. The integration of technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, artificial intelligence, additive manufacturing, and robotics has irrevocably altered manufacturing and supply chain operations. What was initially a quest for augmented quality and production has now become an inexorable pursuit of sustainability. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) 2030 have left no room for exemptions, making sustainability an imperative at the heart of every business strategy.

The answer to this pressing challenge lies within the pages of the book, Convergence of Industry 4.0 and Supply Chain Sustainability. It serves a meticulously curated collection of research that illuminates the intricacies of implementing Industry 4.0 and the ramifications for sustainable supply chains. Our work focuses on the associated challenges and opportunities encountered by the adoption of Industry 4.0 in supply chain management (SCM).

This book is an academic endeavor and a practical guide and resource for industry professionals and academics alike. Industry stakeholders can now navigate the complex terrain of Industry 4.0, understand its implications for sustainability, and chart a path toward future proofing supply chain operations with the knowledge within this book. Sustainability is a current necessity, and this essential resource joins changemakers in the journey towards a resilient, ethical, and efficient future in supply chain management.

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The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

Adaptation for Survival
Additive Manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence
Blockchain Technology
Competitive Advantage
Futureproofing
Industry 4.0
Internet of Things
Manufacturing Operations
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability Imperative
Sustainable Business Strategies
Sustainable Development Goals
Technology Integration

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Muhammad Rahies Khan has a working Experience of 16 years in Government Health care Org. Sound administrative skills, Personal development/management, procurement experience, Teaching and training skills. Certification of safety and security, health care software and electromechanical equipment, Learning management systems and strong communication skills. He has also published numerous National, International, Impact factor and Scopus Indexed Publications. The main themes of his research interest, largely reflected in his research publications, have been Sustainable Supply Chain, Firm Competitiveness, Sustainable Performance, and Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation in the field of Supply Chain. He also has teaching experience to graduate level students at National Universities and Training Institutions. He has designed teaching training modules and conducted several pieces of trainings for Managerial Level employees and University faculty.

Naveed R. Khan received his PhD in Human Resource Management from University Pendidikan Sultan Idris, a public sector university in Malaysia. Later, he was selected for a post-doctoral fellowship. He have been teaching for the last 14 years in higher education institutions. Throughout his career, he has taught graduate and post-graduate levels, both qualification and non-qualification bearing programs. Besides teaching, he is an enthusiastic trainer. He has designed training modules and conducted several pieces of trainings for Corporate employees and University faculty. He won two research grants from USAID and UPSI and have supervised to completion five PhD scholars. The main themes of his research interest, largely reflected in his research publications, have been Green HRM, Firm Competitiveness, Sustainable Performance, and Gender in Management. One of his latest research papers have been published in European Management Journal. He has been a member of British Academy of Management, UK. Currently, he has been affiliated with the Faculty of Business and Management, UCSI University, Malaysia.

Noor Zaman Jhanjhi is a highly esteemed Senior Professor of Computer Science, specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. He currently holds the position of Professor at the School of Computer Science at Taylor’s University, Malaysia, and serves as the Program Director for Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes as well as the Director of the Center for Smart Society (CSS5). With a career marked by academic leadership and groundbreaking research, Prof. Jhanjhi has been pivotal in advancing research and education in computer science. Recognized globally, Prof. Jhanjhi has been ranked among the world’s top 2% research scientists for three consecutive years (2022, 2023, and 2024). In Malaysia, he is ranked among the top three computer science researchers and was honored with the Outstanding Faculty Member award by MDEC Malaysia in 2022, as well as the Vice Chancellor’s Best Research Citations Award from Taylor’s University in 2023. His impressive academic portfolio includes over 60 research books edited or authored with prestigious publishers such as Springer, Elsevier, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, and IGI Global USA. His research has garnered more than 1000 points in impact factor, reflecting the depth and breadth of his contributions to the field. A dedicated mentor, Prof. Jhanjhi has supervised and co-supervised 38 postgraduate students to successful graduation and has served as an external examiner for over 60 Ph.D. and Master’s theses globally. In addition to his academic accomplishments, Prof. Jhanjhi holds Associate Editor and Editorial Board positions with several high-ranking journals, including PeerJ Computer Science, CMC Computers, Materials & Continua, and Frontiers in Communication and Networks. He was also recognized as an Outstanding Associate Editor for IEEE ACCESS. His contributions to research and innovation are further demonstrated by his successful management of over 40 internationally funded research grants. A sought-after keynote speaker, Prof. Jhanjhi has delivered over 60 invited talks at international conferences and has chaired numerous sessions. His commitment to academic excellence and accreditation extends to his involvement with ABET, NCAAA, and NCEAC over the past decade.

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