Industry 5.0–Enabled Circular Supply Chain: Evaluating Barriers and Its Solutions

Abstract

Adopting Industry 5.0 and Circular Supply Chain (CSC) concepts signifies a significant shift in manufacturing and supply chain management. However, the implementation of Industry 5.0–enabled CSC faces various barriers, from technological challenges to policy limitations. Addressing these barriers is crucial for achieving sustainability. This study identifies and evaluates solutions to mitigate the barriers to implementing Industry 5.0–enabled CSC. A hybrid framework combining Spherical Fuzzy Stepwise Weight Assessment Ratio Analysis (SF-SWARA) and Spherical Fuzzy Combined Compromise Solution (SF-CoCoSo) is presented. SF-SWARA assesses the impact of Industry 5.0–enabled CSC barriers, while SF-CoCoSo prioritizes solutions to overcome these barriers. The framework is demonstrated through a case study of the Indian textile manufacturing industry. The most effective solution identified is the formulation of effective policies and frameworks by the government and policymakers. The study advises supply chain planners and policymakers to use Industry 5.0 and CSC for efficiency and sustainability.