Industry 5.0 circular economy practices: Innovation management and its impact on sustainable development

This study investigated the interaction between Industry 5.0, circular economy (CE) practices, and innovation management (IM) in promoting sustainable development (SD) within the industrial sector in Jordan. Data were collected through surveys of 50 companies and in-depth interviews with 15 participants and a mixed- methods approach were used. The results revealed a positive relationship between Industry 5.0 adoption, circular economy implementation and sustainable development outcomes, particularly in resource efficiency and environmental performance. While innovation management significantly influenced Industry 5.0 adoption and circular economy practices, it did not directly mediate the impact on sustainable development. The study concluded that innovation management frameworks need to be strengthened to overcome challenges and maximize sustainability benefits in the Jordanian industrial sector.