INDUSTRY 4.0 AND THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY: TRANSFORMING SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE VALUE CREATION
Introduction As environmental concerns and resource depletion intensify, industries worldwide are exploring innovative approaches to achieve sustainability. The convergence of Industry 4.0 and the Circular Economy offers a transformative solution. While Industry 4.0 leverages digital technologies like IoT, AI, blockchain, and robotics to revolutionize operations, the Circular Economy promotes a regenerative approach to resource use,…