Digital Transformation in Retail Supply Chain Management for Logistics 5.0 explains how these technologies are reshaping retail supply chain management. The book elucidates on the digital tools and strategies organizations can employ to optimize their retail supply chain management, minimize costs, enhance customer satisfaction, and achieve sustainability objectives through industry 5.0-enabled technologies. It innovatively blends the details of recent advancements across retail supply chains and supply chain-related digital transformations. Its cutting-edge perspective makes it an invaluable asset for industry professionals, policymakers, business owners, managers, researchers, practitioners, academicians, instructors, and students in retail, logistics supply chain management, digital business, and innovation.

The book explores the nuances of the Supply Network 5.0, discussing the synergy between humans and machines, especially in the context of robotic process automation systems and artificial intelligence tools in the “new normal” of retail supply chain management. In addition, it specifically addresses textile products, FMCG, online products, construction, food and beverages, the shoe industry, SMEs, and other manufacturing sectors. Other sections delves into the often-overlooked environmental sustainability ramifications of the Fifth Industrial Revolution.

• Explores how technological transformations in Retail Supply Chain Management can facilitate operations for OEMs, stakeholders, and retailers, ensuring customer needs are met with timely product delivery and availability
• Delves into omnichannel retailing, retail and e-commerce strategies, procurement, reverse logistics, smart technologies, retailing strategies, and OEM product distribution approaches
• Guides companies in developing their human resources for Logistics 5.0 retail supply chain operations, outlining the essential skills and attributes businesses should cultivate within their workforce