Abstract “Industry 4.0” is the name given to the fourth industrial revolution, which is driven by
the continuous integration of new technologies into manufacturing and supply chains …

Purpose This study analyzes how technological changes in the context of Industry 4.0
influence buyer-supplier relationships (BSRs). Design/methodology/approach The study is …

Industry 4.0 implies a future digitalized and interconnected industrial value creation and has
the potential to transform buyer-supplier relationships. Despite its importance, there is still …

Overview: Business leaders often consider digital technologies an enabler of new business
models and market opportunities, but they often overlook their potential impact on the entire …

This paper analyses extant literature on how Industry 4.0 impacts Social Capital in Buyer-
Supplier Relationships. We conduct a systematic literature review and identify 36 academic …

Purpose The purpose of the study is to shed light on how to implement Industry 4.0
effectively across companies in buyer–supplier relationships. Design/methodology …

It is only the start of researching what impact Industry 4.0 can have on business functions
such as procurement and supply management. For this reason, this paper explores the …

Emerging technologies and supply chain management Page 16 chapter one Emerging
technologies and supply chain management Maneuvering in current areas of tensions Erik …

Cross-company networking is essential to successfully implement Industry 4.0. In this
context, numerous new demands on suppliers arise leading to integration challenges that …

Supply chains cannot operate today without information technology (IT). Although IT is
critical for effectively and efficiently managing supply chains, it is well-established that the …