Digitalization and Adoption of Industry 4.0 in Engineer-to-order Small and Medium-sized Manufacturing Companies: An Empirical Analysis

Bründl P, Stoidner M, Nguyen HG, Baechler A, Franke J (2023)

Publication Type: Conference contribution

Publication year: 2023

Publisher: IEEE

Conference Proceedings Title: 2023 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM)

Event location: Singapur SG

DOI: 10.1109/IEEM58616.2023.10406684

Abstract

Industry 4.0 marks a significant shift in manufacturing practices, deeply influencing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the engineer-to-order (ETO) sector. This study delves into the impact of digitalization and Industry 4.0 adoption in ETO SMEs, specifically within control cabinet manufacturing. A web-based survey was conducted to explore perceptions of digitalization, perceived advantages, and implementation obstacles of 14.0. Results indicate that ETO SMEs generally perceive digitalization as an opportunity for growth and transformation, expecting notable benefits such as increased efficiency, improved data management, and enhanced product quality. Yet, the study also identified obstacles such as high costs, lack of technical expertise, and cybersecurity concerns. This paper underscores the transformative potential of digitalization and I4.0 within the ETO manufacturing sector, stressing the need for comprehensive support systems and educational initiatives to help SMEs navigate the digital transition, enhance their competitiveness, and ensure their sustain ability in the I4.0 era.

Authors with CRIS profile

Patrick Bründl Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik Micha Stoidner Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik Huong Giang Nguyen Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik Jörg Franke Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik

Involved external institutions

Rittal GmbH & Co. KG DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Bründl, P., Stoidner, M., Nguyen, H.G., Baechler, A., & Franke, J. (2023). Digitalization and Adoption of Industry 4.0 in Engineer-to-order Small and Medium-sized Manufacturing Companies: An Empirical Analysis. In 2023 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM). Singapur, SG: IEEE.

MLA:

Bründl, Patrick, et al. "Digitalization and Adoption of Industry 4.0 in Engineer-to-order Small and Medium-sized Manufacturing Companies: An Empirical Analysis." Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, Singapur IEEE, 2023.

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