Industry 4.0 (IR 4.0) for Pharmaceutical Industry: An Exploratory Review

Abstract

The pharmaceutical industry facing challenges despite digital transformation applying for the benefit of the industry. The companies and the industrial process need to be ready and adapt to the rapid changes or else be left behind by the competitors. The study provides a preliminary understanding of IR 4.0 within the pharmaceutical industry domain. The findings highlight the discussion of IR 4.0 technology in the pharmaceutical industry and the areas in the technology in which the technology has been applied. The research recommends the IR 4.0 technology practices in the operation and process, the elements of technology in the areas, challenges of technology implementation, relatable concepts and theories facilitating the future study.