An analysis of the literature on lean supply chain management in relation to I4.0
Keywords:
Supply chain management, Lean production, Industry 4.0, Digitalization, Lean supply chainAbstract
The integration of Lean Supply Chain Management (LSCM) and Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies, although recent, has garnered significant interest. Due to its recent emergence as a field of practice and research, along with the rapid proliferation of works in this domain, it is essential to regularly update the viewpoints on this area of inquiry. This study seeks to examine the integration of LSCM and I4.0 by examining their relationships at operational, tactical, and strategic levels. Design, methodology, and approach A systematic literature review was performed to discover and elucidate the integration of LSCM and I4.0 from scholarly sources published prior to March 2021. The research of the literature indicated that the integration of LSCM and I4.0 exists at various managerial levels. Furthermore, when the integration is examined across several management tiers, it becomes evident that LSCM facilitates the implementation of I4.0 at a strategic level, whilst I4.0 technologies are poised to improve LSCM practices at the operational level. The primary contribution of this study is the framework demonstrating that LSCM facilitates the strategic adoption of I4.0, while I4.0 technologies are expected to improve LSCM practices at the operational level.This study presents a novel perspective on the works published within the themes of LSCM and I4.0. Furthermore, it presents an analytical framework for utilisation by other researchers. Ultimately, it presents the latest applications of LSCM and I4.0, highlighting current trends, advancements, and significant deficiencies.
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