Human resource competencies in the automotive Industry 4.0 - results of a systematic literature review

The advance of digitalisation in the business landscape has ushered in a new era characterised by complexity and innovation, with the Industry 4.0, a paradigm merging traditional manufacturing with cutting-edge information technology, at its core. The existing research underscores the critical need for comprehensive research into the precise human resource competencies essential for the Industry 4.0 in the automotive sector. To address this pressing need, this research embarks on a comprehensive literature review to determine the current state of research on human resource competencies in the context of Industry 4.0 and to provide the basis for further research. The stakeholders of this research include automotive industry leaders, policymakers, educators, and workers. The findings of this research will inform the development of effective training programs, talent management strategies, and policy decisions, ensuring that the workforce is optimally prepared to navigate the transformative journey in the automotive sector during the Industry 4.0 era.