“Industry 5.0″ represents a transformative evolution in manufacturing, bridging the gap between Industry 4.0’s technology-driven focus and the growing need for human-centric, sustainable practices. While Industry 4.0 revolutionized production with automation, IoT, and data analytics, Industry 5.0 builds on these advancements, emphasizing the collaboration between humans and machines to create manufacturing systems that prioritize innovation, sustainability, and resilience.

This article targets manufacturing and assembly industries operating in highly competitive markets. It provides insights into overcoming challenges related to employee satisfaction, customer demands, productivity, profitability, and environmental sustainability. Decision-makers, particularly those influencing investments in manufacturing and assembly processes, are encouraged to adopt Industry 5.0 principles to future-proof their businesses and meet societal expectations.