Reflection of Industry 4.0 on Logistics Activities: Logistics 4.0
Chapter from the book:
Kaygusuz,
K.
(ed.)
2023.
Interdisciplinary studies on contemporary research practices in engineering in the 21st century-III.
Synopsis
The idea of "Industry 4.0" was developed as a result of the industrial industry's transition to digital manufacturing. The term refers to a new industrial era characterized by the combination of automation of production processes, data exchange, artificial intelligence and the internet. The key goals of Industry 4.0 are to make production processes more efficient, to offer flexibility, and to develop a smarter manufacturing environment. The advancements brought about by Industry 4.0 have had an impact on the logistics sector, along with many other industries, highlighting the transition to Logistics 4.0. Logistics 4.0 refers to the digital transformation in supply chain management. This concept aims to make the processes from production to consumer more efficient, flexible and connected. Logistics 4.0 encompasses a number of developments involving the use of technological innovations and digital platforms. In this study, the historical development of Industry 4.0 and Industry 4.0 are discussed and the components of Industry 4.0 are examined in detail. In addition, in the study, information about Logistics 4.0, which has developed with the effect of Industry 4.0, is given. In the study, sample applications made in logistics activities within the scope of Logistics 4.0 are presented.