Process Innovation, Logistics Optimization and Sustainable Manufacturing

Dear Colleagues,

The industrial world is witnessing significant transformations driven by rapid technological advancements, sustainability imperatives, and collaborative innovation between academia and industry. This Special Issue delves into the interconnected fields of process innovation, logistics optimization, and sustainable manufacturing, highlighting their critical roles in shaping future industrial strategies.

Process innovation is key to improving efficiency and creating value, particularly through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT). These technologies allow industries to automate and streamline production workflows, enhancing flexibility and waste reduction. Additionally, process innovation in design and education offers opportunities for academic and industrial collaboration. Submissions focusing on the role of academia–industry partnerships in developing innovative process designs, as well as new educational frameworks that train the next generation of engineers and designers, are particularly welcome.

Logistics optimization has become even more essential in today’s complex global supply chains, influenced by the rise of e-commerce and international trade. Leveraging data analytics, real-time monitoring, and AI-driven logistics, companies can create more responsive, efficient, and sustainable supply chains. This issue seeks research on how educational institutions can play a pivotal role in designing new logistics systems, fostering collaborations that enable the development of cutting-edge logistics tools, and equipping students with the skills necessary for managing future logistics challenges.

Sustainable manufacturing is at the forefront of the global push toward environmental responsibility. Companies are embracing renewable energy, circular economy principles, and resource efficiency to reduce their environmental footprints. Papers that highlight innovative solutions in green design, sustainable materials, and manufacturing education programs that promote sustainability are strongly encouraged. Special attention is given to industry–education collaborations that foster sustainable practices and innovative designs in manufacturing systems.

This Special Issue invites contributions from a wide range of disciplines, including industrial engineering, logistics, sustainability studies, and educational design. We aim to create a comprehensive platform that fosters academic and industry cooperation, ultimately driving innovation and sustainability in industrial systems.

Prof. Dr. Ching-Hsin Wang
Dr. Wei-Sho Ho
Guest Editors

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