Industry 4.0 and Application of Artificial Intelligence System in Operation Management
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Management".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 922
Special Issue Editor
Interests: large-scale optimization; high-performance computing; digital twins; integer programming; global optimization; machine learning
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue of the journal Sustainability, which focuses on the critical intersection and the application of artificial intelligence in operation management, life cycle analysis, lean manufacturing, and green optimization in the pursuit of sustainable manufacturing practices. As industries face increasing pressure to reduce their environmental footprints while maintaining economic viability, the integration of these methodologies has become essential. Life cycle analysis (LCA) provides a comprehensive framework for assessing the environmental impacts of products throughout their entire life cycle, from raw material extraction to disposal. Lean manufacturing principles emphasize waste reduction and efficiency, which align perfectly with sustainability goals. Meanwhile, green optimization techniques aim to enhance resource utilization and minimize negative environmental impacts. This research area is of paramount importance as it not only addresses the urgent need for sustainable development but also fosters innovation and competitive advantage in manufacturing considering Industry 4.0.
This Special Issue aims to gather a diverse array of research contributions that advance the understanding and implementation of sustainable practices in manufacturing through the lenses of life cycle analysis, lean manufacturing, and green optimization. By focusing on these interconnected themes, we seek to provide insights that are directly relevant to the scope of the journal Sustainability, which aims to promote multidisciplinary discussions on environmental, social, and economic sustainability. We aspire to compile research that explore both theoretical frameworks and practical applications, and if the number of submissions allows, the Special Issue may be published in book form. Contributions that offer novel methodologies, case studies, or empirical research will be particularly valuable in enriching this discourse.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and comprehensive reviews are welcome. We encourage submissions that explore, but are not limited to, the following research areas:
- Digital Twins Development
- Life Cycle Analysis Applications in Manufacturing
- Industry 4.0 and Sustainable Manufacturing
- Application of Artificial Intelligence in Operation Management
- Lean Manufacturing Techniques for Sustainable Production
- Green Optimization Strategies
- Circular Economy Models in Manufacturing
- Case Studies of Sustainable Manufacturing Practices
- Quantitative and Qualitative Metrics for Sustainability Assessment
- Barriers and Drivers of Sustainable Manufacturing Adoption
- Technological Innovations Supporting Sustainable Practices
I look forward to receiving your contributions and fostering a rich dialogue on sustainable practices in manufacturing. Together, we can advance knowledge and foster actionable insights that contribute to a more sustainable future. Join us in this important endeavor to promote sustainability within the manufacturing sector.
Prof. Dr. Jose Antonio Marmolejo-Saucedo
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- digital twins
- Industry 4.0
- life cycle analysis
- lean manufacturing
- green optimization
- sustainable practices
- circular economy
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