Industry 4.0 : the role of HR professionals
- Dhanpat, N., Joe, M.R., Buthelezi, Z.P., Maphela, T.V., Shongwe, C.N.S.
- Authors: Dhanpat, N. , Joe, M.R. , Buthelezi, Z.P. , Maphela, T.V. , Shongwe, C.N.S.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , HR professionals , Competencies
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/445877 , uj:39024 , Citation: Dhanpat, N. et al. 2020. Industry 4.0 : the role of HR professionals.
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: Organisations are at the forefront of Industry 4.0 and employees are witnessing the changes it brings. Research purpose: The objective of the study was to explore the role of Human Resource (HR) professionals in navigating industry 4.0. Motivation for the study: There is scant scientific research on the role of HR professionals in industry 4.0 within the South African context, although there are workshops and seminars in the field. Research design, approach and method: A qualitative research approach followed a case study design within an interpretivist research paradigm. We interviewed a purposive sample of 12 HR professionals (mean age = 43, six men and six women). Semi-structured interviews were conducted to capture perceptions of HR professionals and a thematic analysis was used to extract themes and sub-themes. Main findings: Seven prominent themes emerged, namely industry 4.0 practices in organisations, industry 4.0 and HR strategy, developing 4.0 competencies, HR 4.0 competencies, HR’s role in industry 4.0, challenges of 4.0 and 4.0 opportunities. From the main themes, sub-themes were identified, revealing that HR professionals need to assume roles as strategic business partners and talent managers, necessitating HR competencies such as creative innovator, change agent, strategic partner, and people enablement to take advantage of the opportunities of industry 4.0 and mitigate the associated challenges. Practical implications and contribution: HR professionals can use the findings as a basis for considering their role in industry 4.0. We propose a preliminary holistic model for navigating industry 4.0. It is suggested that future research may use this study as a point of departure within the South African context.
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- Authors: Dhanpat, N. , Joe, M.R. , Buthelezi, Z.P. , Maphela, T.V. , Shongwe, C.N.S.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , HR professionals , Competencies
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/445877 , uj:39024 , Citation: Dhanpat, N. et al. 2020. Industry 4.0 : the role of HR professionals.
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: Organisations are at the forefront of Industry 4.0 and employees are witnessing the changes it brings. Research purpose: The objective of the study was to explore the role of Human Resource (HR) professionals in navigating industry 4.0. Motivation for the study: There is scant scientific research on the role of HR professionals in industry 4.0 within the South African context, although there are workshops and seminars in the field. Research design, approach and method: A qualitative research approach followed a case study design within an interpretivist research paradigm. We interviewed a purposive sample of 12 HR professionals (mean age = 43, six men and six women). Semi-structured interviews were conducted to capture perceptions of HR professionals and a thematic analysis was used to extract themes and sub-themes. Main findings: Seven prominent themes emerged, namely industry 4.0 practices in organisations, industry 4.0 and HR strategy, developing 4.0 competencies, HR 4.0 competencies, HR’s role in industry 4.0, challenges of 4.0 and 4.0 opportunities. From the main themes, sub-themes were identified, revealing that HR professionals need to assume roles as strategic business partners and talent managers, necessitating HR competencies such as creative innovator, change agent, strategic partner, and people enablement to take advantage of the opportunities of industry 4.0 and mitigate the associated challenges. Practical implications and contribution: HR professionals can use the findings as a basis for considering their role in industry 4.0. We propose a preliminary holistic model for navigating industry 4.0. It is suggested that future research may use this study as a point of departure within the South African context.
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Industry 4.0 adoption and 10R advance manufacturing capabilities for sustainable development
- Bag, S., Gupta, S., Kumar, S.
- Authors: Bag, S. , Gupta, S. , Kumar, S.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , Cleaner Manufacturing , Sustainable Development
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/434812 , uj:37655 , Citation: Bag, S., Gupta, S. & Kumar, S. 2020. Industry 4.0 adoption and 10R advance manufacturing capabilities for sustainable development.
- Description: Abstract: Industry 4.0 technologies provide digital solutions for the automation of manufacturing. In circular economy-based models, the resources stay in the system as it experiences one of the 10R (Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, Recycle, and Recover) processes. These 10R processes require the development of advanced manufacturing capabilities; however, 10R processes suffer from various challenges and can be effectively overcome through Industry 4.0 technological applications. Although literature has indicated the use of various Industry 4.0 technologies, little information is available about firms’ views on the degree of Industry 4.0 application in the 10R based advanced manufacturing area and its ability to achieve sustainable development. The current study aspires to examine how great an effect Industry 4.0 adoption has on 10R advanced manufacturing capabilities and its outcome on sustainable development under the moderating effect of an Industry 4.0 delivery system. Practice-based view and Dynamic capability view theories are used to conceptualise the theoretical model. The research team statistically validated the theoretical model considering 124 data points that were collected using an online survey with a structured questionnaire. The findings point out that the path degree of Industry 4.0 adoption and 10R advanced manufacturing capabilities are statistically significant. 10R advanced manufacturing capability is found to have a positive influence on sustainable development outcomes. The Industry 4.0 delivery system has a moderating effect on the path degree of I4.0 implementation and 10R advanced manufacturing capabilities. This paper explores an emerging phenomenon and establishes new links which serve to enrich and advance literature in this area.
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- Authors: Bag, S. , Gupta, S. , Kumar, S.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , Cleaner Manufacturing , Sustainable Development
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/434812 , uj:37655 , Citation: Bag, S., Gupta, S. & Kumar, S. 2020. Industry 4.0 adoption and 10R advance manufacturing capabilities for sustainable development.
- Description: Abstract: Industry 4.0 technologies provide digital solutions for the automation of manufacturing. In circular economy-based models, the resources stay in the system as it experiences one of the 10R (Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, Recycle, and Recover) processes. These 10R processes require the development of advanced manufacturing capabilities; however, 10R processes suffer from various challenges and can be effectively overcome through Industry 4.0 technological applications. Although literature has indicated the use of various Industry 4.0 technologies, little information is available about firms’ views on the degree of Industry 4.0 application in the 10R based advanced manufacturing area and its ability to achieve sustainable development. The current study aspires to examine how great an effect Industry 4.0 adoption has on 10R advanced manufacturing capabilities and its outcome on sustainable development under the moderating effect of an Industry 4.0 delivery system. Practice-based view and Dynamic capability view theories are used to conceptualise the theoretical model. The research team statistically validated the theoretical model considering 124 data points that were collected using an online survey with a structured questionnaire. The findings point out that the path degree of Industry 4.0 adoption and 10R advanced manufacturing capabilities are statistically significant. 10R advanced manufacturing capability is found to have a positive influence on sustainable development outcomes. The Industry 4.0 delivery system has a moderating effect on the path degree of I4.0 implementation and 10R advanced manufacturing capabilities. This paper explores an emerging phenomenon and establishes new links which serve to enrich and advance literature in this area.
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Industry 4.0 and the circular economy : melioration of business logistics sustainability
- Bag, S., Yadav, G., Wood, L. C., Dhamija, P., Joshi, S.
- Authors: Bag, S. , Yadav, G. , Wood, L. C. , Dhamija, P. , Joshi, S.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Business logistics , Industry 4.0 , Circular economy
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/436249 , uj:37834 , Citation: Bag, S. et al. 2020. Industry 4.0 and the circular economy: melioration of business logistics sustainability.
- Description: Abstract: Mining and mineral resources help provide the requirements of everyday life by contributing to essential products and services. In the era of fourth industrial revolution, the trend in logistics is toward a smart logistics system. Therefore, it becomes important to understand how Industry 4.0 enablers effect smart logistics, i.e., instrumented logistics, interconnected logistics, and intelligent logistics. This study investigates how Industry 4.0 logistics technologies influence dynamic remanufacturing and green manufacturing capability and, the effect on business logistics sustainability. Survey data were collected from 150 respondents using an online survey of South African executives in firms operating mines, quarries, and processing plants. Partial Least Squares based structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was used to test the hypotheses. The findings indicate that Industry 4.0 enablers have a strong effect on intelligent logistics compared to its effect on interconnected logistics and instrumented logistics. The effect of intelligent logistics are found to be very high compared to that of interconnected logistics and instrumented logistics on dynamic remanufacturing and green manufacturing capability. Finally, dynamic remanufacturing and green manufacturing capability are found to positively influence business logistics sustainability.
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- Authors: Bag, S. , Yadav, G. , Wood, L. C. , Dhamija, P. , Joshi, S.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Business logistics , Industry 4.0 , Circular economy
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/436249 , uj:37834 , Citation: Bag, S. et al. 2020. Industry 4.0 and the circular economy: melioration of business logistics sustainability.
- Description: Abstract: Mining and mineral resources help provide the requirements of everyday life by contributing to essential products and services. In the era of fourth industrial revolution, the trend in logistics is toward a smart logistics system. Therefore, it becomes important to understand how Industry 4.0 enablers effect smart logistics, i.e., instrumented logistics, interconnected logistics, and intelligent logistics. This study investigates how Industry 4.0 logistics technologies influence dynamic remanufacturing and green manufacturing capability and, the effect on business logistics sustainability. Survey data were collected from 150 respondents using an online survey of South African executives in firms operating mines, quarries, and processing plants. Partial Least Squares based structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was used to test the hypotheses. The findings indicate that Industry 4.0 enablers have a strong effect on intelligent logistics compared to its effect on interconnected logistics and instrumented logistics. The effect of intelligent logistics are found to be very high compared to that of interconnected logistics and instrumented logistics on dynamic remanufacturing and green manufacturing capability. Finally, dynamic remanufacturing and green manufacturing capability are found to positively influence business logistics sustainability.
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The ability of project managers to implement industry 4.0-related projects
- Marnewick, Annlize L., Marnewick, Carl
- Authors: Marnewick, Annlize L. , Marnewick, Carl
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Agile software development , Industry 4.0 , Project management
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/412109 , uj:34663 , Citation: Marnewick, A.L. & Marnewick, C. 2020. The ability of project managers to implement industry 4.0-related projects. , DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2019.2961678
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- Authors: Marnewick, Annlize L. , Marnewick, Carl
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Agile software development , Industry 4.0 , Project management
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/412109 , uj:34663 , Citation: Marnewick, A.L. & Marnewick, C. 2020. The ability of project managers to implement industry 4.0-related projects. , DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2019.2961678
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University accounting programmes and the development of Industry 4.0 soft skills
- Marx, Ben, Mohammadali-Haji, Ahmed, Lansdell, Peter A.
- Authors: Marx, Ben , Mohammadali-Haji, Ahmed , Lansdell, Peter A.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , Entry-level accountants , Accounting education
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/415817 , uj:35149 , Citation: Marx, B., MohammadaliHaji, A. & Lansdell, P.A., 2020, ‘University accounting programmes and the development of Industry 4.0 soft skills’, Journal of Economic and Financial Sciences 13(1), a470. https:// doi.org/10.4102/jef. v13i1.470
- Description: Abstract: , Orientation: The Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) is anticipated to have a significant impact on the future generation of professional accountants. Accordingly, current and aspirant accountants are expected to acquire and develop soft skills, which will enable them to add value as responsible business leaders and thrive within Industry 4.0. Research purpose: The overarching purpose of this study was to elicit the perceptions of entry-level chartered accountants in South Africa (CAs [SA]) on the development of soft skills during a university accounting programme, specifically those soft skills demanded by Industry 4.0. Motivation for the study: Limited research appears to exist with specific focus on the perceptions of entry-level CAs(SA) regarding the development of soft skills during a university accounting programme. Research approach/design and method: University accounting programmes accredited with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) were the focus of the empirical work. A questionnaire was used to obtain the exploratory results, which yielded a response rate of 40.77%. Main findings: The quantitative results indicated that the particular accounting programme in question was perceived to have developed most of the soft skills required by Industry 4.0. Practical/managerial implications: One of the implications of this study is that the university accounting programme providers should place more emphasis on the development of soft skills, specifically those related to Industry 4.0. Contribution/value-add: The results of this research contribute to the existing body of knowledge by articulating the views of entry-level CAs(SA) on the development of Industry 4.0 soft skills.
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- Authors: Marx, Ben , Mohammadali-Haji, Ahmed , Lansdell, Peter A.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , Entry-level accountants , Accounting education
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/415817 , uj:35149 , Citation: Marx, B., MohammadaliHaji, A. & Lansdell, P.A., 2020, ‘University accounting programmes and the development of Industry 4.0 soft skills’, Journal of Economic and Financial Sciences 13(1), a470. https:// doi.org/10.4102/jef. v13i1.470
- Description: Abstract: , Orientation: The Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) is anticipated to have a significant impact on the future generation of professional accountants. Accordingly, current and aspirant accountants are expected to acquire and develop soft skills, which will enable them to add value as responsible business leaders and thrive within Industry 4.0. Research purpose: The overarching purpose of this study was to elicit the perceptions of entry-level chartered accountants in South Africa (CAs [SA]) on the development of soft skills during a university accounting programme, specifically those soft skills demanded by Industry 4.0. Motivation for the study: Limited research appears to exist with specific focus on the perceptions of entry-level CAs(SA) regarding the development of soft skills during a university accounting programme. Research approach/design and method: University accounting programmes accredited with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) were the focus of the empirical work. A questionnaire was used to obtain the exploratory results, which yielded a response rate of 40.77%. Main findings: The quantitative results indicated that the particular accounting programme in question was perceived to have developed most of the soft skills required by Industry 4.0. Practical/managerial implications: One of the implications of this study is that the university accounting programme providers should place more emphasis on the development of soft skills, specifically those related to Industry 4.0. Contribution/value-add: The results of this research contribute to the existing body of knowledge by articulating the views of entry-level CAs(SA) on the development of Industry 4.0 soft skills.
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A reverse order life cycle approach to enhance systems engineering education at undergraduate level
- Authors: Meyer, J. , Von Solms, S.
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Engineering education , Industry 4.0 , Reverse Life Cycle
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/404177 , uj:33885 , Citation: Meyer, J. & Von Solms, S. 2019. A reverse order life cycle approach to enhance systems engineering education at undergraduate level.
- Description: Abstract: The advances of Industry 4.0 lead the transition into the era of complex systems, requiring systems solutions for complex problems, increasing the interest in the development of systems engineers. However, traditional systems thinking may lose its effectiveness in this new context, which leads to a challenge in systems engineering education. This research aims to better prepare systems engineers of the future by addressing the disconnect which exist between systems engineering education at undergraduate level, and the real-life complex systems seen in society today though the implementation of a reverse order life cycle approach. By following the reverse order life cycle approach with a familiar electrical appliance, such as the electric kettle, in the classroom, undergraduate systems engineering students were able to gain the necessary insight and understanding regarding the dynamics of complex systems the underlying systems engineering concepts.
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- Authors: Meyer, J. , Von Solms, S.
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Engineering education , Industry 4.0 , Reverse Life Cycle
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/404177 , uj:33885 , Citation: Meyer, J. & Von Solms, S. 2019. A reverse order life cycle approach to enhance systems engineering education at undergraduate level.
- Description: Abstract: The advances of Industry 4.0 lead the transition into the era of complex systems, requiring systems solutions for complex problems, increasing the interest in the development of systems engineers. However, traditional systems thinking may lose its effectiveness in this new context, which leads to a challenge in systems engineering education. This research aims to better prepare systems engineers of the future by addressing the disconnect which exist between systems engineering education at undergraduate level, and the real-life complex systems seen in society today though the implementation of a reverse order life cycle approach. By following the reverse order life cycle approach with a familiar electrical appliance, such as the electric kettle, in the classroom, undergraduate systems engineering students were able to gain the necessary insight and understanding regarding the dynamics of complex systems the underlying systems engineering concepts.
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Implementation of industry 4.0 technologies in the mining industry : a case study
- Sishi, M. N., Telukdarie, A.
- Authors: Sishi, M. N. , Telukdarie, A.
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , IoT , Big data
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/255995 , uj:26866 , Citation: Sishi, M.N. & Telukdarie, A. 2017. Implementation of industry 4.0 technologies in the mining industry : a case study.
- Description: Abstract: In modern mining, it is imperative to have a real-time flow of information between enterprise level systems (ERP, CRM, SCM) and shop floor systems. The gaps that exist between the two spheres make it difficult for managers to have timely information for optimum decision making. A mining company needs instantaneous visibility on production, quality, cycle times, machine status, and other important operational variables in order to achieve optimum and effective operations. With the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies fragmented shop floor systems and the enterprise level systems communicate seamlessly in delivering optimum operations. The research demonstrates Industry 4.0 technologies as the mechanisms for integrating business systems and processes. The methods researched are deployed in a uranium mining company to integrate all shop floor systems with SAP ERP. The results introduce a semi-smart Mine with real-time visibility of overall mining status.
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- Authors: Sishi, M. N. , Telukdarie, A.
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Industry 4.0 , IoT , Big data
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/255995 , uj:26866 , Citation: Sishi, M.N. & Telukdarie, A. 2017. Implementation of industry 4.0 technologies in the mining industry : a case study.
- Description: Abstract: In modern mining, it is imperative to have a real-time flow of information between enterprise level systems (ERP, CRM, SCM) and shop floor systems. The gaps that exist between the two spheres make it difficult for managers to have timely information for optimum decision making. A mining company needs instantaneous visibility on production, quality, cycle times, machine status, and other important operational variables in order to achieve optimum and effective operations. With the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies fragmented shop floor systems and the enterprise level systems communicate seamlessly in delivering optimum operations. The research demonstrates Industry 4.0 technologies as the mechanisms for integrating business systems and processes. The methods researched are deployed in a uranium mining company to integrate all shop floor systems with SAP ERP. The results introduce a semi-smart Mine with real-time visibility of overall mining status.
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