RESEARCH ARTICLE
Industry 5.0–Enabled Circular Supply Chain: Evaluating Barriers and Its Solutions
Hardik Majiwala,
Ravi Kant,
Corresponding Author
Hardik Majiwala
School of Engineering, P P Savani University, Surat, India
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, India
Correspondence:
Hardik Majiwala ([email protected])
Search for more papers by this authorRavi Kant
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, India
Search for more papers by this authorHardik Majiwala,
Ravi Kant,
Corresponding Author
Hardik Majiwala
School of Engineering, P P Savani University, Surat, India
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, India
Correspondence:
Hardik Majiwala ([email protected])
Search for more papers by this authorRavi Kant
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, India
Search for more papers by this authorFirst published: 28 June 2025
Funding: The authors received no specific funding for this work.
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.
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