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Strategy and additive technologies as the catalyst for outsourcing, process innovation and operational effectiveness
Thomas Tegethoff1, Ricardo Santa1, Edgardo Cayón1
1Colegio de Estudios Superiores de Administración-CESA, Bogotá, Colombia.
Plos One
|February 27, 2023
Summary
Industry 4.0 adoption in Colombia is slow, with additive technologies and process innovation not significantly boosting operational effectiveness or competitiveness. Bridging the digital divide is crucial for successful implementation.
Area of Science:
- Industrial Engineering
- Operations Management
- Technology Management
Background:
- Industry 4.0 is increasingly recognized for its impact on organizational competitiveness.
- Colombian organizations show awareness of Industry 4.0 but lag in its development and implementation.
- Additive technologies are a key component of Industry 4.0 initiatives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of additive technologies within Industry 4.0 on operational effectiveness and organizational competitiveness in Colombia.
- To identify factors hindering the adequate implementation of innovative technologies in Colombian organizations.
- To analyze the relationship between Industry 4.0 adoption, operational effectiveness, and competitiveness.
Main Methods:
- Structural equation modeling was employed to analyze the relationships between variables.
- Data was collected through 946 usable questionnaires from managers and personnel in Colombian organizations.
- The study focused on operational effectiveness as a mediator for competitiveness.
Main Results:
- Management demonstrates awareness and implements strategies related to Industry 4.0.
- Neither process innovation nor additive technologies showed a significant positive impact on operational effectiveness.
- Consequently, the direct impact on organizational competitiveness was not statistically significant based on current implementation levels.
Conclusions:
- Closing the digital gap between urban/rural and large/small enterprises is essential for effective technology implementation.
- Industry 4.0 requires transversal implementation across organizations to enhance competitiveness.
- Colombian organizations, as a case for developing nations, need to improve technological and human capabilities to benefit from Industry 4.0 and remain competitive.
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