ERP-Driven Simulation for Production Planning and Control in the Industry 4.0: a Review

In the context of Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are crucial for improving Production Planning and Control (PPC) and supporting simulation projects.This Systematic Literature Review (SLR) analyses studies from Scopus and Web of Science to examine how ERP systems aid decision-making in PPC.The findings highlight key benefits such as real-time data integration, enhanced predictive analytics, and improved production scheduling.ERP systems also support cross-functional optimization and better supply chain coordination.However, challenges remain, including model validation, integration complexity, and data requirements.Since 2017, there has been growing interest in discrete-event simulation (DES) and digital twins to enhance ERP-driven PPC.This review emphasizes the need for further research into simulation-based ERP models to improve adaptability and decision support in manufacturing environments.