Exploring the Potential of Industry 4.0 in Achieving Zero Waste in Fashion Production
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 17806901 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Weronika Witkowska (0009-0004-9863-0437), Andrzej Jardzioch (0000-0003-1285-8330), Piotr Sulikowski (0000-0002-8704-8925) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Pages | 1-27 |
| Publication date | 2026-04-13 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Fashion Practice (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1756-9370 • E-ISSN: 1756-9389 |
| Publisher | Routledge (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/17569370.2026.2628570 |
| OpenAlex | W7153984562 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 31 |
The fashion industry is considered one of the world’s most detrimental industries, with significant environmental and social impacts. As consumer demands and cultural advances drive the industry’s growth, the production and consumption of clothing continues to contribute to global pollution and resource depletion. This study examines the potential of Industry 4.0 technologies to solve the environmental challenges facing the fashion industry, particularly in achieving zero waste in the manufacturing process. Through a comprehensive literature analysis of articles from reputable journals and industry sources, key Industry 4.0 technologies for reducing waste in fashion manufacturing were identified and analyzed. The findings show that technologies such as artificial intelligence and 3D technology hold great promise for increasing sustainability, efficiency and flexibility in apparel manufacturing. However, implementing Industry 4.0 solutions in the fashion industry comes with various challenges, including technological barriers, workforce adaptation and supply chain complexity. This study highlights the need for a holistic approach that addresses these challenges and provides recommendations for successful implementation. By adopting Industry 4.0 technologies and transitioning to a circular economy, the fashion industry can contribute to achieving sustainability goals and mitigating negative environmental impacts.
Cleaner production · Product (mathematics) · Production (economics) · Raw material · Zero (linguistics) · Digital Transformation in Industry · Environmental Sustainability in Business · Fashion and Cultural Textiles
| Highly cited | No |
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