Quality and flexibility in manufacturing boost Industry 4.0 supplier performance.
The article investigates how different manufacturing strategies affect the performance of suppliers in the Industry 4.0 era. The researchers surveyed 200 manufacturing firms in Thailand and found that high quality and flexibility in manufacturing positively impact supplier performance in Industry 4.0. However, delivery speed and cost reduction did not show a significant influence. The study suggests that understanding these factors can help supply chain professionals in Asia when working with suppliers.