The impact of industry 4.0 to the environment in the cement industry supply chain

Abstract

The arrival of Industry 4.0, the growing concerns with environmental sustainability and the increase of competitiveness in the global market have forced the Cement Industry to focus its attention on the supply chain management activities' optimization. Activities such as the planning and scheduling operations and distribution of goods, are challenges to address to ensure work efficiency. The aim of this study is to draw attention to new researchers to the lack of supply chain management in this industry and its consequences. To work around these problems, the total integration of the supply chain, suggested by the Industry 4.0, should be something to focus on to improve operations and to decrease the environmental impact.