Digital Readiness Assessment of PT. Kencana Tiara Gemilang Using the INDI 4.0 Framework: Strategies for Advancing Geosynthetic Manufacturing Toward Industry 4.0

Authors

  • Rizal Ardianto Insan Cendekia Mandiri Institute of Technology, Sidoarjo, East Java - Indonesia
  • Hari Irawan Insan Cendekia Mandiri Institute of Technology, Sidoarjo, East Java - Indonesia
  • Ruri Artanti Prahastuti Insan Cendekia Mandiri Institute of Technology, Sidoarjo, East Java - Indonesia
  • Muhammad Ainul Fahmi Insan Cendekia Mandiri Institute of Technology, Sidoarjo, East Java - Indonesia
  • Julianus Hutabarat Insan Cendekia Mandiri Institute of Technology, Sidoarjo, East Java - Indonesia

Keywords:

adoption stage model, AI-based predictive maintenance, collaborative culture, digital transformation, ERP

Abstract

This study evaluates the readiness of PT. Kencana Tiara Gemilang (PT. KTG) in adopting Industry 4.0 using the INDI 4.0 framework, with a result of Level 2 – Currently Adopting (score 1.848). The main strengths lie in the integration of basic technologies in geosynthetic production, including IoT, automation, and ERP, while significant weaknesses are found in the Management & Organization and People & Culture pillars. A readiness perception gap was identified between executives (score 2.14) and employees (score 1.85). Improvement strategies include strengthening a collaborative culture, establishing a digital transformation team, and gradually investing in technology infrastructure. The study emphasizes that the success of the Industry 4.0 transition requires synchronization of technology, management, and human resources. The results provide a relevant digital adoption stage model for polymer manufacturing, serve as a policy reference for medium-sized industry development, and fill a literature gap in the geosynthetic sector. Recommendations for future research include developing AI-based predictive maintenance, analyzing the ROI of IoT and ERP implementation, conducting global comparative studies, and carrying out qualitative studies on employee resistance to digitalization.

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2025-07-31

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Ardianto, R., Irawan, H., Prahastuti, R. A., Fahmi, M. A., & Hutabarat, J. (2025). Digital Readiness Assessment of PT. Kencana Tiara Gemilang Using the INDI 4.0 Framework: Strategies for Advancing Geosynthetic Manufacturing Toward Industry 4.0. Journal of Smart Lean Manufacturing and Process Enhancement, 1(1), 1–14. Retrieved from https://jurnal.unikchers.com/jslmpe/article/view/27

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): August

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