Logistics 4.0 Issues: An Exploratory Delphi Study Conducted by the University of Aveiro

Elisabeth Pereira, João Matias (), Nina Szczygiel and Pedro Costa
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Elisabeth Pereira: University of Aveiro, GOVCOPP—Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies
João Matias: University of Aveiro, GOVCOPP—Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies
Nina Szczygiel: University of Aveiro, GOVCOPP—Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies
Pedro Costa: University of Aveiro, DEGEIT—Department of Economics, Management, Industrial Engineering, and Tourism

Chapter 8 in Challenges and Innovation Opportunities in the Context of Sustainability, Industries 4.0 and 5.0, 2026, pp 103-117 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract In an era dominated by rapid technological changes and the emergence of Industry 4.0 (I4.0), industries must adapt to remain competitive. This context underpins the development of a European project centered around advancing Logistics 4.0 (L4.0) solutions, entitled SLog4.0 (Sustainable Logistics 4.0: Digital and green skills for boosting innovation and sustainability of the logistics sector). One of the objectives of this project is to develop a course that leads its participants on how to implement advanced L4.0 solutions that integrate cyber-physical systems (CPS), the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize supply chain management (SCM). A Delphi study involving two rounds of surveys, conducted by the University of Aveiro (UA) and other project partners, served as the foundational research method to gather expert insights and validate the need for the project. The study highlighted several key areas for development within L4.0, including the need for improved data integration across supply chain (SC) networks and the adoption of AI-driven decision-making tools. These findings informed the project's strategic direction, leading to the development of specific L4.0 modules focused on smart warehousing, sustainable logistics practices, and advanced analytics. By leveraging expert consensus and cutting-edge research, the project not only anticipates the future needs of the logistics industry but also proposes practical solutions to address them. The ongoing development of this course is expected to set new benchmarks in logistics education and innovation.

Keywords: Logistics 4.0; Industry 4.0; Delphi study; Supply chain management; Sustainable logistics (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-16432-2_8

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