Investigating and Ranking the Factors Affecting Integrated Supply Chain Performance in Context of Industry 4.0 by Using Fuzzy ANP Method

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1 Assistant professor of shahid chamran university of ahvaz, ahvaz, Iran

2 associate professor of shahid chamran university of ahvaz,ahvaz,iran

3 graduated of master of industrial management

Abstract

This study presents a systematic review aimed at exploring the impact of Industry 4.0 technologies on supply chain transparency and operational enhancement. The research seeks to pinpoint and prioritize the key elements influencing the effectiveness of integrated supply chains within the Industry 4.0 framework. To address existing theoretical gaps, a research model was developed. The study population included executives from automotive firms listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange, who responded to a structured questionnaire. Based on data analysis, 70 key factors were recognized. These factors were then ranked using the fuzzy ANP method. The results reveal that socio-cultural compatibility with supply chain integration is the most critical factor. It is followed by Technical aspects, legal/Environmental/Financial considerations, and Technological components, respectively, in terms of their significance to integrated supply chain performance.

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