Technological and Organisational Readiness in the Age of Data-Driven Decision Making : A Manufacturing Perspective

This paper is concerned with the changes brought about by digital transformation, which impact society and businesses as well as individuals. These changes also influence manufacturing organisations as decision-making processes are automated and increasingly driven by data analysis. The aim of this research paper is to discuss and analyse technological and organisational readiness in manufacturing. The main areas of focus are Big Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence in collaboration processes, and the role of the human in future manufacturing organisations.