Logistics 4.0 Energy Modelling

2021 ◽  
pp. 436-460
Author(s):  
Megashnee Munsamy ◽  
Arnesh Telukdarie ◽  
Pavitra Dhamija
Keyword(s):  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Ghg Emissions ◽  
Energy Model ◽  
Logistics Network ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Research Propositions ◽  
Energy Optimisation

Logistics activities are significant energy consumers and known contributors to GHG emissions, hence optimisation of logistics energy demand is of critical importance. The onset of the fourth Industrial revolution delivers significant technological opportunities for logistics optimisation with additional benefits in logistics energy optimisation. This research propositions a business process centric logistics model based on Industry 4.0. A Logistics 4.0 architecture is developed comprising Industry 4.0 technologies and associated enablers. The Industry 4.0 architecture components are validated by conducting a Systematic Literature Review on Industry 4.0 and logistics. Applying the validated Logistics 4.0 architecture to a cyber physical logistics energy model, based on the digitalisation of business processes, a comprehensive simulation is developed identified as the Logistic 4.0 Energy Model. The model simulates the technological impact of Industry 4.0 on a logistics network. The model generates energy and CO2 emission values for “as-is” and “to-be” Industry 4.0 scenarios.

Logistics 4.0 Energy Modelling

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 98-121
Author(s):  
Megashnee Munsamy ◽  
Arnesh Telukdarie ◽  
Pavitra Dhamija
Keyword(s):  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Ghg Emissions ◽  
Energy Model ◽  
Logistics Network ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Research Propositions ◽  
Energy Optimisation

Logistics activities are significant energy consumers and known contributors to GHG emissions, hence optimisation of logistics energy demand is of critical importance. The onset of the fourth Industrial revolution delivers significant technological opportunities for logistics optimisation with additional benefits in logistics energy optimisation. This research propositions a business process centric logistics model based on Industry 4.0. A Logistics 4.0 architecture is developed comprising Industry 4.0 technologies and associated enablers. The Industry 4.0 architecture components are validated by conducting a Systematic Literature Review on Industry 4.0 and logistics. Applying the validated Logistics 4.0 architecture to a cyber physical logistics energy model, based on the digitalisation of business processes, a comprehensive simulation is developed identified as the Logistic 4.0 Energy Model. The model simulates the technological impact of Industry 4.0 on a logistics network. The model generates energy and CO2 emission values for “as-is” and “to-be” Industry 4.0 scenarios.

Industry 4.0 From a Management Perspective

2022 ◽  
pp. 1-18
Author(s):  
Ilknur Taştan Boz ◽  
Özden Ibrahimağaoğlu
Keyword(s):  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Business Models ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Organizational Structures ◽  
Transformation Process ◽  
Management Perspective ◽  
Fundamental Transformation ◽  
Transformation Processes ◽  
The Internet Of Things

Industries have undergone three fundamental transformation processes that were revolutionary. Following these processes, industries have been confronted with the phenomenon of Industry 4.0, known as the 4th Industrial Revolution, that is acknowledged as a new transformation process. The basic dynamics of this phenomenon include smart robots, simulation, the internet of things, cloud, additive manufacturing, and big data. It is of utmost importance for businesses that are involved in this process, that are new and trying to adapt to the process, to be prepared and adapt to the effects of Industry 4.0 dynamics. These dynamics lead to significant developments in business models, business processes, organizational structures, employees, and human resource processes. When Industry 4.0 and its dynamics are evaluated in general, businesses that follow the process and make necessary managerial adjustments will be ahead of the competition.

Business process centric energy modelling

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (7) ◽  
pp. 1867-1890 ◽  
Author(s):  
Megashnee Munsamy ◽  
Arnesh Telukdarie ◽  
Johannes Fresner
Keyword(s):  
Multinational Corporations ◽  
Business Process ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Emissions ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Process Models ◽  
Operational Parameters ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Energy Assessment

Purpose Sustainability is an accepted measure of business performance, with reductions in energy demand a commonly practised sustainability initiative by multinational corporations (MNCs). Traditional energy models have limited scope when applied to the entire MNC as the models exhibit high data and time intensity, high technical proficiency, specificity of application and omission of non-manufacturing activities. The purpose of this paper is to propose a process centric energy model (PCEM), which adopts a novel approach of applying business processes for business energy assessment and optimisation. Business processes are a fundamental requirement of MNCs across all sectors. The defining features of the proposed model are genericity, reproducibility, minimum user input data, reduced modelling time and energy evaluation of non-manufacturing activities. The approach forwards the adoption of Industry 4.0, a subset of which focuses on business process automation or part thereof. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative approach is applied in development of the PCEM. The methodology is demonstrated by application to the procure to pay and electroplating business processes. Findings The PCEM quantifies and optimises the business energy demand and associated carbon dioxide emissions of the procure to pay and electroplating business processes, validating the application of business processes. The application demonstrates minimum user inputs as only equipment operational parameters are required and minimum modelling time as business process models and optimisation options are pre-defined requiring only user modification. As MNCs have common business processes across multiple sites, once a business process energy demand is quantified, its inputs are applied as the default in the proceeding sites, only requiring updating. The model has no specialist skills requirement enabling business wide use and eliminating costs associated with training and expert’s services. The business processes applied in the evaluation are developed by the researchers and are not as comprehensive as those in actual MNCs, but is sufficiently detailed to accurately calculate an MNC energy demand. The model databases are not exhaustive of all resources found in MNCs. Originality/value This paper provides a new approach to MNC business energy assessment and optimisation. The model can be applied to MNEs across all sectors. The model allows the integration of manufacturing and non-manufacturing activities, as it occurs in practice, providing holistic business energy assessment and optimisation. The model analyses the impacts of the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies on business energy demand, CO2 emission and personnel hours.

Evolving manufacturing mobility in Industry 4.0: the case of process industries

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 52-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
João Barata ◽  
Paulo Rupino Cunha ◽  
Sharon Coyle
Keyword(s):  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Continuous Manufacturing ◽  
Process Industries ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Paper Manufacturing ◽  
And Control ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present an approach to incorporating mobility into continuous manufacturing following the advent of Industry 4.0 (I4.0). Design/methodology/approach The investigation is based on a year-long canonical action research into a paper-manufacturing company implementing core I4.0 technologies. Findings The findings show how to: classify manufacturing mobility strategy based on the dimensions of team, task and control; design business processes enabled by mobile cyber–physical resources; involve different stakeholders in modeling mobility; and create a comprehensive guide to assist in implementing the mobile digitalization required by I4.0. Research limitations/implications Despite the complexity, richness and depth of the insights obtained in this research for mobility management in process industries, this inquiry was conducted in a single organization. Practical implications As the fourth industrial revolution encourages decentralization and increased interaction between humans and machines, this paper presents a model to capture the mobility potential in manufacturing. The tools proposed in this research can be used to steer investments in industry transformations that fuse the physical and digital worlds, overcoming mobility constraints. Originality/value Theoretically, this paper expands the concept of manufacturing mobility in I4.0. In practice, it proposes a participative roadmap to assist technology management in increasingly decentralized environments, identifying the intertwined network of cyber–physical actors, processes and services.

scholarly journals Knowledge management strategies in companies: Trends and the impact of Industry 4.0

Upravlenets ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 82-96
Author(s):  
Maksim Kolyasnikov ◽  
Natalya Kelchevskaya
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Business Models ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Strategic Vision ◽  
Intelligent Technology ◽  
The Impact

The existing business models essential for the creation of consumer value and, consequently, business competitiveness are now undergoing a transformation. Brand-new technological developments based on network integration, intelligent technology and flexible automation are becoming increasingly relevant: additional competitive opportunities appear, and knowledge management and intellectual capital management are becoming key business processes. When developing a strategic vision, it is important for companies to pick the relevant data out of the information flow about the external and internal environment and convert it into organizational knowledge, which is a core management resource. The paper analyses the experience of Russian and foreign companies in the introduction of scalable models focused on the widespread use of Industry 4.0 and establishes the principles and strategies of knowledge management that allow these companies to maintain their competitive positions in a strategic perspective. The theory of knowledge management and resource approach constitute the methodological framework of the present study. The general scientific methods of logical-structural analysis and systematization, as well as the contingency case study method were applied. The information base encompasses the case studies of six companies, retrieved from publicly available sources. The findings of the empirical research prove the feasibility of applying a situational approach to knowledge management: companies use different strategies for accumulating and sharing knowledge according to their maturity level and the area of implementation of Industry 4.0. Based on the results obtained, the authors develop a situational approach to the strategic knowledge management of companies that successfully apply the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The theoretical and practical significance of the study lies in identifying common approaches to knowledge management under various conditions, which can be used to create the strategic vision of managers involved in the key decision-making process in companies.

scholarly journals COMPARISON OF THE INDUSTRY 4.0 CONCEPT IN SELECTED COUNTRIES IN THE PERIOD OF GLOBALIZATION

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 253-259 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Kováčiková ◽  
Katarína Repková Štofková
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
World Economy ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Fourth Industrial Revolution ◽  
Life Work ◽  
The Eu

Our society goes beyond the threshold of a new technological revolution, which will obviously affect the world economy, affect the life, work, communication of people and facilities. Significant features of the economy include the growth of market variability, the shortening of product lifecycles, the growth of global chain influences, but also the fact that current consumers demand products with individual solutions. Intelligent items, products, machines and devices will allow manufacturers to produce original products without increasing costs. Industry 4.0 or the fourth industrial revolution is the name for dramatic changes and their current entry into the industry. The bearer of these changes is product digitization, digitization and optimization of all business processes, including services. The period of globalization brings new challenges for businesses.This contribution is focused on the characteristics of Industry 4.0, the tools used for the area in question, the advantages and disadvantages of Industry 4.0 and the Industry 4.0 initiative concept and the comparison of the concept with the Czech Republic and Germany. The Czech Republic is geographically and culturally close to Slovakia, while Germany is the leader in this area within the EU.

scholarly journals Logistics and transport in industry 4.0: perspective for Ukraine

2019 ◽  
Vol 67 ◽  
pp. 03008
Author(s):  
Igor Matyushenko ◽  
Sergiy Berenda ◽  
Tatyana Shtal ◽  
Larissa Grigorova-Berenda
Keyword(s):  
World Trade ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
World Economy ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Successful Operation ◽  
Fourth Industrial Revolution ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approaches ◽  
The World ◽  
Logistics Services

The elaboration of the fourth industrial revolution and the process of globalization of the world economy is sine qua non of the successful operation and transformation of logistics. The formation of Logistics 4.0 relies in particular on cutting-edge technologies and the digitalization of business processes. The complexity of the structure of world trade arouses interest to the complete range of logistics services provided within a single company. This logic of development requires the application of interdisciplinary approaches, combined with the efforts of engineers, researchers and those interested in the field of logistics.

scholarly journals Accounting Aspects of Digitalization and Industry 4.0 in Hungary

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Mihály Hegedűs ◽  
Balázs Cseh ◽  
István Fábics
Keyword(s):  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Corporate Sustainability ◽  
Environmental Accounting ◽  
Rapid Adaptation ◽  
Accounting Profession ◽  
Fourth Industrial Revolution ◽  
Rules And Principles ◽  
Accounting Rules

In our present paper, we analyze the accounting aspects of digitalization and industry 4.0 in Hungary. First of all, the accounting profession is a traditional profession and accounting rules and principles are established and have been the same for many years. However, globalization of business, stronger regulations and numerous technological solutions and innovations are not bypassing the accounting profession, either. Challenges for the accounting profession are reflected in the need for rapid adaptation and transformation of business practice and business processes without abandoning basic accounting rules and principles. The aim of this paper is to analyze and systematize the key challenges that digitalization brings for the accounting profession. The paper seeks to examine how, through environmental accounting, the broader context of corporate sustainability could be incorporated into the developing vision for Industry 4.0, the fourth industrial revolution.

LOGISTICS CONCEPTS AND LOGISTICS 4.0

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-46
Author(s):  
Elke Glistau ◽  
Norge Isaias Coello Machado
Keyword(s):  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Transformation Process ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Smart Logistics ◽  
Common Trend ◽  
Control Regulation ◽  
New Business ◽  
New Research

The paper describes the terms Industry 4.0 and Logistics 4.0 as two of the most important trends in production and logistics. Industrie 4.0 (Industry 4.0) is a German term and a synonym for the fourth industrial revolution. It is connected with the common trend of digitalization, virtualization and networking of data and information. The term Logistics 4.0 brands the specific application of Industry 4.0 in the area of logistics. Therefore a new research approach was developed the “Smart Logistics Zone” (SLZ) by Fraunhofer IFF and Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg. This is defined as a scalable examination and action area for the analysis, evaluation, planning, control, regulation and (re-) configuration of logistics solutions [1]. The Smart Logistics Zone differs into logistics objects, logistics processes, logistical systems and logistics infrastructure. Every logistics solution should be built by using all of these four aspects in a free combination by increasing dynamics and complexity. Industry 4.0 and Logistics 4.0 create new business processes. The question is, how will they change the traditional logistics concepts and strategies? The paper answers the following research questions: What are solutions of Logistics 4.0? Are there any successful realized solutions, which optimize logistics at a whole? Which requirements on logistics management will exist according to the criteria of Industry 4.0/Logistics 4.0? Are the classic logistics strategies still valid according to the digital transformation process?

scholarly journals Consequences of Industry 4.0 in Business and Economics

Economies ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Petra Maresova ◽  
Ivan Soukal ◽  
Libuse Svobodova ◽  
Martina Hedvicakova ◽  
Ehsan Javanmardi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Intelligent Manufacturing ◽  
Skills Development ◽  
The Government ◽  
Economic Perspectives ◽  
Quantitative Changes

The introduction of information technology into all aspects of our lives has brought forth qualitative and quantitative changes on such a large scale that this process has come to be known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, or Industry 4.0. The aim of this paper is to fill in the gaps and provide an overview of studies dealing with Industry 4.0 from the business and economic perspectives. A scoping review is performed regarding business, microeconomic and macroeconomic economic problems. Four investigators performed a literature search of the Web of Science, Scopus, and Science Direct. The selected period spanned from 2014 to 2018, and the following keywords were used for the search: Industry 4.0, economics, economic development, production economics, and financial sector. A total of 2275 results were returned. In all, 67 full papers were screened. Results obtained from the relevant studies were, furthermore, divided into the following categories: work and skills development; economy growth and macroeconomic aspect; sustainability; intelligent manufacturing; policy; and change in business processes. Findings show that the aspects of work and skills development, smart technology adoption, intelligent manufacturing, and digitalization are very well described. The government and its policies usually play the role of a needed supportive element. Usually studies lack a coherent view of the topic in question and solve partial questions.

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