@misc{EichenseerWinkler, author = {Eichenseer, Patrick and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Predicting picking and workforce planning for internal shopfloor material logistics - a simulative, data-driven forecasting model}, series = {Journal of Modelling in Management}, volume = {2024}, journal = {Journal of Modelling in Management}, publisher = {Emerald}, issn = {1746-5664}, doi = {10.1108/jm2-09-2024-0288}, abstract = {Purpose With increasing demands for competitiveness, demand fulfilment and cost efficiency, the need to optimise workforce planning in logistics has become crucial. This applies not only to external customer demands, but also to internal customers, i.e. production. For this reason, the purpose of this paper is to develop a simulative, data-driven model that predicts the internal shopfloor material logistics demands. Design/methodology/approach It is a hybrid approach that includes both deterministic and probabilistic components and is an alternative to advanced but data and knowledge-dependent machine learning algorithms. Inductive, self-developed procedures, heuristic calculation rules and consideration of real-world factors form the basis of the prediction of the number of picks. The number of picks predicted in the first step forms the basis for deriving the number of employees required in the second step, and thus the basis for optimised workforce planning. The developed approach was then validated in a case study in a real company. Findings The results show that the model significantly optimises not only the planning efficiency, but also the forecasting effectiveness through better decision making in demand prediction and workforce planning in internal shopfloor material logistics compared to the status quo on a weekly basis (95.5\% accuracy in the case study). This improved decision making leads to increased efficiency throughout the intralogistics/production system. Originality/value A structured approach is described for systematically predicting the number of internal picks, which is highly relevant in practice and cannot be found in the existing literature (from the data model to the calculation rules, including statistical influencing factors, to the prediction). In terms of future research, the model has the potential to be used and validated in additional companies.}, language = {en} } @misc{EichenseerHansWinkler, author = {Eichenseer, Patrick and Hans, Lukas and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {A data-driven machine learning model for forecasting delivery positions in logistics for workforce planning}, series = {Supply Chain Analytics}, volume = {9 (2025)}, journal = {Supply Chain Analytics}, publisher = {Elsevier BV}, issn = {2949-8635}, doi = {10.1016/j.sca.2024.100099}, pages = {14}, abstract = {Workforce planning in logistics is a major challenge due to increasing demands and a dynamic environment. The number of delivery positions is a key factor in determining staffing requirements. This is often predicted subjectively based on employee assessments. To improve decision making and increase both the efficiency of this important forecasting process and the use of resources in the production system, i.e. shopfloor logistics, a data-driven machine learning model with a forecasting horizon of 5 working days was developed and validated in a practical case study in a company. The results show that the novel and specifically developed model outperforms both the manual forecasting approach in practice and auto machine learning models in terms of accuracy. The outperformance is particularly strong in the short term. Based on the predicted delivery positions, an optimised workforce planning was subsequently carried out in the case study company. Limitations of the model include the fact that it was validated in only one company and that the number of picks may need to be derived for more accurate scheduling. These two aspects also represent potential for future research.}, language = {en} } @misc{LamannWinklerLangeetal., author = {Lamann, Arian and Winkler, Herwig and Lange, Hans-R{\"u}diger and Abdelkafi, Nizar}, title = {Identification and analysis of barriers in co-innovation projects in the manufacturing and energy industry}, series = {Procedia CIRP}, volume = {130 (2024)}, journal = {Procedia CIRP}, publisher = {Elsevier BV}, issn = {2212-8271}, doi = {10.1016/j.procir.2024.10.248}, pages = {1334 -- 1339}, abstract = {Innovation is critical to a company's growth in today's competitive environment. Co-innovation projects, where companies pool resources, represent a promising way to achieve this goal. This study, based on a focus group of industry experts from the manufacturing and energy sectors, aims to identify the challenges of such collaborations and propose suitable solutions. The study relies on the innovation phase model and identifies several obstacles such as short technology lifecycles, data management overload, and organizational shortcomings in co-innovation projects. Effective management, communication and intellectual property (IP) can be a significant challenge in co-innovation projects, particularly due to uncertainties surrounding the release of sensitive data and inadequate contractual support. Uncoordinated communication can also result in project delays or failure. Furthermore, the absence of access protocols for online applications presents risks such as unauthorized access and document change tracking issues, further complicating complex engineering projects. Despite the availability of digital providers, many of them still require physical platforms for efficient innovation projects due to insufficient support for e.g., data management and caused by communication limitations. In conclusion, this study emphasizes the urgent need for research on co-innovation projects and recommends a collaborative framework to address the complexities triggered by this kind of projects and increase collaboration effectiveness.}, language = {en} } @incollection{WinklerTomenendalAbdelkafietal., author = {Winkler, Herwig and Tomenendal, Matthias and Abdelkafi, Nizar and Lange, Hans-R{\"u}diger}, title = {Managing the coal exit in a mining region - Strategic landscape design and niche management for a sustainable socio-technical regime in Lusatia}, series = {Strategic management and sustainability transitions - Theory and Practice}, booktitle = {Strategic management and sustainability transitions - Theory and Practice}, editor = {Zhang, Michael}, edition = {1st Edition}, publisher = {Routledge}, address = {New York}, isbn = {9781003329909}, doi = {10.4324/9781003329909-7}, pages = {83 -- 118}, abstract = {In the course of the European Green Deal, which defines the goal of "no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050" (European Commission, 2019, p. 2) and a supply of "clean, affordable and secure energy" (p. 3), the European energy sector needs a rapid and significant sustainability transition. In Germany, the federal government has accordingly decided to phase out energy production from lignite-fired power plants by 2038 at the latest. Most affected regional ecosystems in Germany are the Lusatia mining region (Lausitzer Revier), the Rhenish mining region (Rheinisches Revier) and the Middle German mining region (Mitteldeutsches Revier). In these regions, fundamental sustainability transitions have to take place.}, language = {en} } @misc{AbdulghaniWinkler, author = {Abdulghani, Tamer and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Unlocking the power of digital technology for fostering sustainability}, series = {IEEE Student Conference on Research and Development}, journal = {IEEE Student Conference on Research and Development}, isbn = {979-8-3503-1882-1}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1109/SCOReD60679.2023.10563721}, pages = {57 -- 64}, abstract = {In the pursuit of economic, social and environmental sustainability, digital technologies have the potential to become powerful tools that provide innovative solutions for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the mitigation of the effects of climate change. Therefore, it is essential to understand how digital technologies can drive or inhibit the sustainability endeavors of firms. For this purpose, we systematically analyze the literature published during the last five years to feature how digitalization could contribute to the achievement of a more sustainable future. The study provides key findings on the potential applications of digital technologies in promoting and contributing to sustainability and presents a roadmap for adopting digital technologies. It also highlights the challenges and barriers faced by different industries in realizing the full potential of these technologies as drivers of sustainable development as well as identifies future directions.}, language = {en} } @misc{AbdulghaniWinkler, author = {Abdulghani, Tamer and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Managing the decarbonization of coal-based energy value chain: empirical findings from Lusatia, Germany}, series = {IEEE Student Conference on Research and Development}, journal = {IEEE Student Conference on Research and Development}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1109/SCOReD60679.2023.10563936}, pages = {307 -- 315}, abstract = {Decarbonization is causing structural changes that exert pressure not only on the companies and their employees in the lignite industry, but also on other companies along the value chain across multiple sectors. As a result, companies have an urgent need for change. They are challenged to take action to build a sustainable new existence as the markets collapse. For this purpose, we investigate the structural changes due to decarbonization and what factors can be part of a successful business transformation to manage the decarbonization of the coal-based energy value chain. This paper presents empirical insights from several semi-structured interviews with the key actors i.e., energy companies, service providers, logistics companies, suppliers, etc. in the Lusatia mining region as well as a conceptual model for a successful business transformation in the region. We used the Gioia method to analyze the interview data in order to obtain a meaningful data structure. This resulted in a conceptual model that shows how success factors have to be combined to manage the decarbonization measures within a region.}, language = {en} } @misc{EichenseerWinkler, author = {Eichenseer, Patrick and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {A data-oriented shopfloor management in the production context: a systematic literature review}, series = {The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology}, volume = {134}, journal = {The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology}, publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media LLC}, issn = {0268-3768}, doi = {10.1007/s00170-024-14238-8}, pages = {4071 -- 4097}, abstract = {AbstractData not only plays an essential role in traditional shopfloor management, but it is also becoming even more important in Industry 4.0, particularly due to the increasing possibilities offered by new digital and data technologies and developments. In this context, the literature often refers to digital shopfloor management, the next generation shopfloor or other evolutionary synonyms. This raises the question of how to differentiate the content of data-oriented shopfloor management from digital shopfloor management. This paper discusses the state of the art — in terms of both data and digital perspectives — using a systematic literature review. Due to the complexity of the topic, three different levels of consideration — technology, organisation and people — are examined and discussed. Existing conceptual approaches are analysed in terms of conclusions and research gaps. It was found that the area of technology, including dedicated applications, is very well represented and researched in the literatur}, language = {en} } @techreport{BerneisWinkler, author = {Berneis, Moritz and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Untersuchung von aktuellen Trends und Herausforderungen im Supply Chain Management in Deutschland}, publisher = {Brandenburgische Technische Universit{\"a}t, IKMZ, Universit{\"a}tsbibliothek}, address = {Cottbus ; Senftenberg}, doi = {10.26127/BTUOpen-6295}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:co1-opus4-62950}, pages = {83}, abstract = {▪Im Zeitraum von November 2022 bis Januar 2023 wurde am Lehrstuhl f{\"u}r Produktionswirtschaft der BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg die Studie mit dem Titel „Untersuchung von aktuellen Trends und Herausforderungen im SCM deutscher Unternehmen" durchgef{\"u}hrt. Es wurden dazu Interviews mit {\"u}ber 20 Experten durchgef{\"u}hrt. 16 Interviews wurden ausgewertet. ▪ Im ersten Themenkomplex wurden aktuelle Ereignisse untersucht. Die h{\"a}ufigsten Herausforderungen sind demnach die Ressourcenverf{\"u}gbarkeit, lange Lieferzeiten, der Fachkr{\"a}ftemangel und preisgetriebene Themen. Experten wurden zu aktuellen Ereignissen befragt, wie Rohstoffpreisschwankungen, der Zero-Covid-Strategie von China und Knappheiten in der Logistik. Preisschwankungen betrafen die meisten Unternehmen, w{\"a}hrend Krieg und Sanktionen nur indirekt wirkten. Die Zero-Covid-Strategie f{\"u}hrte zu Vertrauensverlust in China und Knappheiten in der Logistik zu h{\"o}heren Transportkosten. Der Fachkr{\"a}ftemangel wurde auch als aktuelles Ereignis genannt. ▪ Der zweite Themenkomplex ist Ver{\"a}nderungen im SCM gewidmet. Dabei wurde insbesondere der Wandel in komplexere Netzwerke, der Aufstieg des E-Commerce und die Bedeutung von Vertrauen und Transparenz angef{\"u}hrt als wesentliche Ver{\"a}nderungen. Supply Chains sind gewachsen und komplexer geworden, aber auch die Qualit{\"a}t der Vernetzung hat sich verbessert. E-Commerce f{\"u}r Standardprodukte wird weiter an Relevanz gewinnen. Kein Trend zur Deglobalisierung wurde festgestellt. Die Experten sind sich einig, dass Supply Chains "too lean" geworden sind und das Risikomanagement wichtiger ist. Das oberste Ziel sollte sein, die Produktion und Lieferf{\"a}higkeit sicherzustellen. ▪ Der dritte Themenkomplex befasst sich mit Nachhaltigkeit, einschließlich des Lieferkettengesetzes (LkSG), Dekarbonisierung und Nachhaltigkeitsnachweisen. Die meisten Unternehmen erf{\"u}llen die Anforderungen des LkSG und nehmen das Gesetz als Klausel in Vertr{\"a}gen auf. B{\"u}rokratie in Deutschland f{\"u}hrt zu hohen Kosten, besonders f{\"u}r kleine Unternehmen. Kosteneinsparungen sind der gr{\"o}ßte Treiber bei der Dekarbonisierung. Nachhaltigkeit wird immer wichtiger und kann {\"u}ber Zertifikate nachgewiesen werden. ▪ Im vierten Themenkomplex Software wurde die Anpassungsf{\"a}higkeit von ERP-Systemen bem{\"a}ngelt und automatische Bestellungen wurden kontrovers betrachtet. Die meisten Experten verzichten aus Sicherheitsgr{\"u}nden auf Cloud-basierte L{\"o}sungen aufgrund des hohen Risikos f{\"u}r Cyberangriffe und m{\"o}glicher Gefahren f{\"u}r die Supply Chain. ▪ In Themenkomplex f{\"u}nf wurden neue Technologien im SCM besprochen. AR wird f{\"u}r die Wartung von Maschinen eingesetzt und VR f{\"u}r Simulation und Planung. IoT wird f{\"u}r predictive Maintenance genutzt, Treiber der Automatisierung ist der Fachkr{\"a}ftemangel. Big Data \& AI sollen die Vorhersage der Nachfrage verbessern. Additive Fertigung hat Potenzial f{\"u}r Automatisierung und sinkende Kosten. Die Blockchain gilt als komplex und kann als geteilte Datenbank, Zahlungssystem und zur Rechnungsteilung dienen. ▪ Im sechsten Themenkomplex Sichtbarkeit halten Experten Transparenz f{\"u}r wichtig, sie ist noch zu gering aber bietet Potenzial zur Erkennung von Risiken. Tracking und Tracing ist intern verbreitet, international gibt es noch Probleme. Eine h{\"o}here Zahlungsbereitschaft der Kunden f{\"u}r Sichtbarkeit besteht nicht, diese entsteht nur f{\"u}r einen besseren Service.}, language = {de} } @misc{HuberWinkler, author = {Huber, Tobias and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Fehlerprognose in der Automobilmontage. Einsatz eines {\"u}berwachten Lernalgorithmus zur fahrzeug- und stationsbezogenen Fehlerprognose}, series = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r wirtschaftlichen Fabrikbetrieb}, volume = {117}, journal = {Zeitschrift f{\"u}r wirtschaftlichen Fabrikbetrieb}, number = {4}, issn = {0947-0085}, doi = {10.1515/zwf-2022-1042}, pages = {192 -- 199}, abstract = {Die Automobilmontage ist aktuell von der Produktvarianz und dem Faktor Mensch gepr{\"a}gt, sodass diese bisher - trotz zahlreicher pr{\"a}ventiver Maßnahmen - nicht g{\"a}nzlich fehlerfrei gestaltet werden konnte. Mit dem Ziel, jene Fehler prognostizieren zu k{\"o}nnen, wurde ein Klassifikationsmodell aus dem Bereich des {\"u}berwachten maschinellen Lernens trainiert und {\"u}ber einen dreimonatigen Zeitraum validiert. W{\"a}hrend dieses Zeitraums konnten rund 60 Prozent der relevanten Fehler korrekt vorhergesagt werden.}, language = {de} } @misc{StockmannWinkler, author = {Stockmann, Christian and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Robustness in production systems - findings from a systematic literature review}, series = {International Journal of Services and Operations Management}, volume = {44}, journal = {International Journal of Services and Operations Management}, number = {3}, issn = {1744-2370}, doi = {10.1504/IJSOM.2023.129462}, pages = {368 -- 389}, abstract = {In production systems, the concept of robustness is widespread due to various applications, purposes, and interpretations. However, little is known about the conceptual characteristics of robustness in production settings and even less about its distinctions from other related terms - such as flexibility or agility. That is why this paper systematically reviews production literature to identify the contexts in which robustness is mostly applied and to analyse existing concepts. It is found that despite a vast literature body addressing robustness in varying forms, few studies cover it on a conceptual basis. Within this small sample, a rather general agreement on the meaning of robustness in production systems is found. However, details, interpretations, mentioned interlinkages to related terms differ across the identified literature. Based on the findings of the review and with the help of established literature on adjacent concepts, a comprehensive understanding of robustness in production systems is developed.}, language = {en} } @techreport{HoffmannThomasWinkler, author = {Hoffmann, Stefanie and Thomas, Kevin and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Technologische Trends und Entwicklungen bei alternativen Energiesystemen}, publisher = {Brandenburgische Technische Universit{\"a}t, IKMZ, Universit{\"a}tsbibliothek}, address = {Cottbus ; Senftenberg}, doi = {10.26127/BTUOpen-6484}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:co1-opus4-64847}, pages = {148}, language = {de} } @techreport{SchmidWinkler, author = {Schmid, Stefan and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Die Produktionssteuerung im digitalen Zeitalter aus Sicht der industriellen Praxis}, publisher = {Brandenburgische Technische Universit{\"a}t, IKMZ, Universit{\"a}tsbibliothek}, address = {Cottbus ; Senftenberg}, doi = {10.26127/BTUOpen-6500}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:co1-opus4-65009}, pages = {110}, abstract = {-Im Zeitraum von M{\"a}rz bis Juni 2023 wurde vom Lehrstuhl f{\"u}r Produktionswirtschaft der BTU Cottbus Senftenberg die Studie mit dem Titel „Die Produktionssteuerung im digitalen Zeitalter" als Online Umfrage durchgef{\"u}hrt. 125 Personen mit operativen, planerischen und strategischen Funktionen in der Produktion oder des produktionsnahen Umfeldes beantworteten den Fragebogen - Die Studie zeigt, dass bei vielen Praktikern ein sehr klares Bild vorherrscht, was die Produktionssteuerung der Zukunft leisten muss - Die Erweiterung der Produktionssteuerung um K{\"u}nstliche Intelligenz wird in sehr starkem Maße als sinnvoll erachtet, um die Effizienz am Shop Floor bei hoher Komplexit{\"a}t der Leistungsprozesse auch in Zukunft aufrechtzuerhalten. - Die ausgewerteten Daten zeigen, dass die aktuellen Systeme der Produktionssteuerung die Nutzer nicht in dem Ausmaß unterst{\"u}tzen, wie es erwartet wird. Die Nutzer sind gefordert, ihr Wissen und ihre Kompetenzen einzusetzen, um funktionale Defizite der Anwendungen zu kompensieren - Die Kooperation von Mensch und KI in der Produktionssteuerung wird als sinnvoll angesehen. Dabei wird eine Kombination aus menschlicher Arbeit und KI Unterst{\"u}tzung bevorzugt, w{\"a}hrend eine vollautonome KI seltener favorisiert wird. Die Studienergebnisse zeigen eine wachsende Zustimmung und Offenheit f{\"u}r den Einsatz von KI als Werkzeug in der Produktionssteuerung, jedoch unter menschlicher Aufsicht und Beteiligung - Die Herausforderungen der Integration von K{\"u}nstlicher Intelligenz in die Mensch Maschine Interaktion umfassen technische und soziale Aspekte. Um diesen Herausforderungen zu begegnen, sind geeignete L{\"o}sungsans{\"a}tze notwendig, wie die Entwicklung sicherer Schnittstellen, robuste Datenschutzmaßnahmen aber auch Nutzerakzeptanzf{\"o}rderung durch Aufkl{\"a}rung und Schulung - Innerhalb eines hybriden Rahmens, wo der Mensch mit der KI arbeitet, m{\"u}ssen klare Regeln f{\"u}r die Interaktion definiert werden. Die KI soll die menschliche Entscheidungsfindung interaktiv unterst{\"u}tzen, neue Perspektiven bieten und alternative Vorschl{\"a}ge unterbreiten. - Insgesamt betonen die Ergebnisse der Umfrage die Bedeutung von Sicherheit, Transparenz, Kontrolle und die Validierung von KI Entscheidungen durch menschliche Akteure. Es zeigt sich, dass die Kombination von Mensch und KI nicht nur technologische Vorteile bietet, sondern auch dazu beitragen kann, nachhaltig wirtschaftlichere Ergebnisse zu erzielen.}, language = {de} } @incollection{WinklerSchmid, author = {Winkler, Herwig and Schmid, Stefan}, title = {Empirical Findings on the Status Quo of Industrial Production Management Systems in the Context of Advancing Digitalization}, series = {Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Applications (ICIEA 2023), April 4-6, 2023, Phuket, Thailand}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Applications (ICIEA 2023), April 4-6, 2023, Phuket, Thailand}, editor = {Tang, Loon-Ching}, publisher = {IOS Press}, address = {Berlin}, isbn = {978-1-64368-408-6}, issn = {2352-751X}, doi = {10.3233/ATDE230029}, pages = {44 -- 54}, language = {en} } @misc{KuepperRoeschPoradaetal., author = {K{\"u}pper, Christoph and R{\"o}sch, Janina and Porada, Andreas and Loidl, Karin and Seitz, Jochen and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Use Case Driven Feasibility Study on the Technical Capabilities of 5G Indoor Positioning in the Automotive Production}, series = {13th International Conference on Indoor Positioning and Indoor Navigation (IPIN-WiP 2023), September 25 - 28, 2023, Nuremberg, Germany}, journal = {13th International Conference on Indoor Positioning and Indoor Navigation (IPIN-WiP 2023), September 25 - 28, 2023, Nuremberg, Germany}, editor = {Kaiser, Susanna and Franke, Norbert and Mutschler, Christopher}, publisher = {RWTH}, address = {Aachen}, issn = {1613-0073}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:0074-3581-3}, abstract = {The digitalization and automation of processes are essential for successful industrial production systems. Real-time positioning data is crucial for intelligent, automated, and quality-assured production. However, the lack of standardization in current real-time locating systems leads to high costs, inoperability, and limited multi-vendor availability. On the other hand, 5G technology offers in theory opportunities for high-accuracy positioning beyond mobile communication. Local 5G networks in industrial settings could leverage existing infrastructure for positioning. Although previous research demonstrates the theoretical capabilities of 5G positioning, practical trials cannot be performed due to hardware still being in early research developmental stages. This research aims to close the gap between research and industrial use by assessing the technical feasibility of 5G indoor positioning in an automotive production environment. To achieve this, use cases from research and industry are categorized into different scenarios based on distinct requirements. Representative use cases are analyzed considering system requirements and their feasibility. For this, first the overall concept of 5G positioning is tested in a research lab, followed by simulations of 5G positioning in an industrial environment. This is performed to determine the technical capability and expected accuracy. The simulations show that sub-meter accuracies can be achieved when combining 5G positioning with line� of-sight filtering. This study highlights the promising role of 5G as a real-time locating system in industrial settings. However, further research is needed to evaluate its accuracy and reliability in complex practical scenarios. Real industrial piloting will contribute to the validation and optimization of 5G positioning systems, facilitating widespread adoption across industries.}, language = {en} } @misc{HayatWinkler, author = {Hayat, Mubashir and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Blockchain Adoption in Product Lifecycle Management: Challenges and Potential Directions}, series = {Procedia CIRP}, volume = {120}, journal = {Procedia CIRP}, issn = {2212-8271}, doi = {10.1016/j.procir.2023.08.022}, pages = {117 -- 122}, abstract = {Blockchain is a leading-edge technology that has received great public attention in the past few years. Due to its eccentric features i.e. transparency, immutability and decentralization, blockchain intends to targets any domain that deals with transactional data. In production sectors, significant efforts are in progress to make use of this disruptive technology for efficient collaboration among stakeholders and management of their products lifecycles. However, despite positive feedback and great aspiration, certain challenges still exist over which the executive level management has great concern. In this regard, this study tries to highlight and focus on what are the potential challenges in blockchain technology adoption? and provide recommendations for how organization can address those challenges? Initially, we elaborate and classify the potential challenges into two categories i.e. key challenges specific to blockchain adoption in PLM and some further challenges that are generic in nature and applicable to most of the applications of blockchain. The study then scientifically argues for potential directions and solutions to address the key challenges. Afterward, the general-purpose challenges are explored and broken down into four different aspects i.e. technical, organizational, environmental \& social, and financial challenges. It is emphasized that both internal and external level decisions are need of the day to address these challenges. Finally, the evolution of a new era i.e. blockchain 5.0, its aims and capabilities to overcome the existing technical concerns has been discussed. Multiple Industrial sectors can follow the recommendation presented in this paper to setup their own secure and full-fledged blockchain-based PLM systems.}, language = {en} } @misc{BartschWinkler, author = {Bartsch, Devis and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {A new Instrument for Production Control: The Smart Order Concept}, series = {Procedia CIRP}, volume = {120}, journal = {Procedia CIRP}, issn = {2212-8271}, doi = {10.1016/j.procir.2023.09.037}, pages = {559 -- 564}, abstract = {Production control is an essential component of a production system used to monitor and manage production orders. Centrally controlled production systems rely on basic data management, such as storing the bill of materials and required work schedules. Components of customer orders are added to generate the corresponding production orders. However, this type of production control can pose serious problems in case of unforeseen events such as machine failure or changing customer requirements during production. In such scenarios, costly and time-consuming re-scheduling becomes necessary, which endangers the company's competitive position and leads to data retention issues. This paper introduces a new method of production control based on the concept of smart orders. Smart orders use smart contracts for autonomous routing based on programmed information in the source code, enabling self-control through the production system. Smart contracts are transaction programs that work with 'if-then logic", allowing for partially flexible process schedules and reducing the need for human intervention. The smart order uses the functionalities of blockchain technology, such as security, transparency, and immutability, to ensure the integrity of production data. The paper concludes by presenting the expected value propositions of smart order-based production control on the production system. Depending on the production control system used, companies can integrate the results presented in this paper into their own blockchain implementation strategy.}, language = {en} } @misc{WinklerHayat, author = {Winkler, Herwig and Hayat, Mubashir}, title = {Blockchain-Based Decentralized Product Lifecycle Management: A Framework for Production Network}, series = {IEEE International Conference on Industry Applications}, journal = {IEEE International Conference on Industry Applications}, doi = {10.1109/INDUSCON58041.2023.10374585}, abstract = {The current global trade wars, rising logistics costs, and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic have compelled companies to re-evaluate their production strategies. An increasingly popular approach to address these issues is decentralized production, which involves manufacturing products near to the customers to reduce logistics and warehousing expenses, improve lead times, and decrease carbon emissions. However, the decentralized nature of the production network necessitates a secure communication platform for stakeholders to access authentic data in real-time. In this regard, blockchain technology is identified as a promising solution due to its characteristics, which make it suitable for product data management across its lifecycle, especially in a decentralized production network. Therefore, this work proposes a conceptual framework for a blockchainbased product lifecycle management (PLM) system to ensure data provenance, security, authenticity, and trusted traceability in a decentralized production network. Moreover, this study highlights that there is currently no such practical model available for decentralized production scenario. Consequently, we argue that successful deployment of a blockchain-based network would require a collaborative approach that involves close interaction and cooperation among all stakeholders in the network.}, language = {en} } @misc{BerneisWinkler, author = {Berneis, Moritz and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Matching supply chain management challenges with blockchain applications}, series = {Supply Chain Management: An International Journal}, volume = {29}, journal = {Supply Chain Management: An International Journal}, number = {6}, publisher = {Emerald}, issn = {1359-8546}, doi = {10.1108/SCM-12-2023-0615}, pages = {1063 -- 1077}, abstract = {Purpose This study aims to explore the potential of blockchain technology in the field of supply chain management (SCM). The research is motivated by the emerging significance of blockchain as a disruptive technology that can potentially address a range of challenges faced by SCM professionals globally. Design/methodology/approach In our approach, this paper utilized a knock-out criteria approach to break down 150 identified challenges in SCM to a more manageable number of 12. The Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) was then used to prioritize these challenges in order of their relative importance and suitability for resolution through blockchain. Findings The analysis identified key challenges to be addressed by blockchain technology in SCM. Most notably, it highlighted concerns related to price stability and global financial flows, which closely intertwine. Another significant group of issues pertains to tracking, tracing and the demonstration of sustainability, thus suggesting a substantial potential for bl}, language = {en} } @misc{AbdulghaniWinkler, author = {Abdulghani, Tamer and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Transition Towards a Green Future: Upgrading a Digital Decarbonization Maturity Model}, series = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {253}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, issn = {1877-0509}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2025.01.192}, pages = {1303 -- 1312}, abstract = {Successful digital transformation, driven by structural changes resulting from climate change mitigation, requires a strategic approach to help organizations assess their current position in both digitalization and decarbonization efforts. Through expert focus groups, the "Digital Decarbonization Maturity Model" we developed in a previous study, has been upgraded. Additionally, measures and approaches have been identified within each dimension of the model. This model covers nine dimensions: decarbonization goals, business model innovation, customers and suppliers, products and services, employees, collaboration, processes and activities, data, and IT-infrastructure, -security and -technology, that present a holistic approach to reduce CO2 emissions in organizations. These dimensions are assessed against five maturity levels: beginner, adopter, integrator, innovator, and transformer, indicating various degrees of maturity within each dimension. These levels provide a pathway from beginner to more advanced level with respect to adopting digital technologies for the decarbonization goal.}, language = {en} } @misc{KoenigWinkler, author = {K{\"o}nig, Mathias and Winkler, Herwig}, title = {Montage im Wandel : empirische Ergebnisse der Digitalisierung}, series = {Industry 4.0 Science}, volume = {41. Jahrgang}, journal = {Industry 4.0 Science}, number = {1}, issn = {2942-6154}, pages = {42 -- 49}, abstract = {Die Montage bildet einen zentralen Bestandteil der industriellen Fertigung und ist traditionell von einem hohen Anteil manueller Arbeit gepr{\"a}gt. Unternehmen sehen in der Digitalisierung eine große wirtschaftliche Chance. Im Fokus steht dabei, die Produktivit{\"a}t der Mitarbeitenden zu steigern und gleichzeitig die Lohnst{\"u}ckkosten stabil zu halten. Die Nutzung innovativer Technologien wird deshalb immer wichtiger, um diese Ziele in der Montage umzusetzen}, language = {de} }