Project Management for Supply Chains 4.0: A conceptual framework proposal based on PMBOK methodology

Guilherme F. Frederico ()
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Guilherme F. Frederico: Federal University of Paraná, UFPR School of Management

Operations Management Research, 2021, vol. 14, issue 3, No 13, 434-450

Abstract: Abstract This paper aims to present a conceptual framework for Project Management on supply chains in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Supply Chains 4.0), taking into consideration the gap that exists regarding this subject in the literature. An analysis of the literature, evidencing this gap has been conducted using the Web of Science and Google Scholar databases as well as the VOSviewer software for a deeper analysis. Although 39 related articles were identified, they are not specifically linked to the subject of Project Management methodology. Considering this significant gap, a conceptual framework has been proposed by combining some constructs of Supply Chain 4.0 with the ten knowledge areas of the PMBOK - Project Management Body of Knowledge framework. This conceptual framework is herein named Supply Chain Project Management 4.0 – SCPM 4.0. Although this conceptual framework is not based on empirical research, it brings a relevant contribution to both researchers and practitioners, since it is a unique approach concerning Project Management for supply chains in the Industry 4.0 age. Future empirical studies are needed to validate and improve the conceptual framework herein presented. This paper is novel, considering that it addresses a significant knowledge gap linked to Project Management for supply chains in the context of Industry 4.0. Moreover, it brings practical guidance for practitioners involved in programs and projects of Industry 4.0’s initiatives in supply chains. Notwithstanding, this article helps researchers on the deployments of future researches regarding Project Management in the Industry and Supply Chain 4.0 areas.

Keywords: Supply chain 4.0; Industry 4.0; Project management; PMBOK; Conceptual framework; Literature review (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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