2nd Edition

Industry 5.0 The Future of the Industrial Economy

By Uthayan Elangovan Copyright 2027
216 Pages 34 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

This second edition emerges from extensive consulting with manufacturing organizations transitioning to Industry 5.0. Drawing from collaborations with CXOs, engineering teams, and educators, it reflects how organizations are balancing technological advancement with human-centric approaches, serving as both a practical roadmap and a thoughtful companion for implementing transformation where... Read more

1. Industrial Transformation. 2. Engineering and Manufacturing Transformation. 3. Technological Innovations of Industrial Revolution 3.0 to 5.0. 4. Transformation in Automotive Sector. 5. Transformation in Hi-Tech Electronics Industrial Sector. 6. Transformation in Process and Industrial Manufacturing Sector. 7. Human-Centric Design and Workforce Empowerment. 8. Sustainability, Circular Manufacturing, and Responsible Innovation. 9. Digital Maturity and Industrial Readiness. 10. Policy, Governance, and Ethics in Industry 5.0. 11. Upgrade from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0.

Biography

Uthayan Elangovan is a practicing consultant of PLM and IIoT, providing business and education consulting through his consulting firm, Neel SMARTEC Consulting, India. He specializes in developing comprehensive PLM strategies and implementations that optimize new product development and introduction workflows. As a recognized thought leader in Industry 4.0 and 5.0 adoption, Mr. Elangovan helps organizations navigate their digital transformation journeys through innovative solutions that bridge technology with measurable business outcomes. His award-winning business consulting approach has delivered significant value across multiple industries. Mr. Elangovan is also a published author whose works have gained global recognition for their insights into PLM and digital manufacturing ecosystems. His passion lies in creating technology solutions that drive tangible business impact through strategic innovation.