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Mapping the Intellectual Landscape of Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: A Bibliometric Analysis

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Driven by advanced manufacturing technologies (AMTs) and the evolving frameworks of Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0, the manufacturing sector is experiencing a swift digital transformation. Despite significant growth in related research, a comprehensive synthesis of its intellectual landscape is still lacking. To address this gap, the present study applies a large-scale bibliometric approach, analysing 4,949 peer-reviewed articles from the Web of Science Core Collection with the aid of CiteSpace, HistCite, and VOSviewer, aiming to delineate research trends, thematic groupings, and collaboration patterns. The results show a sharp increase in publications after 2017, with growing attention to cyber-physical systems, digital supply networks, servitisation, and sustainability. Co-citation and keyword analyses reveal a shift from technology-focused studies toward integrated, human-centric, and value-oriented digital strategies. The analysis further highlights fragmented collaboration patterns and underexplored thematic linkages, indicating opportunities for interdisciplinary and international research. Overall, this study provides a structured, data-driven overview of the field and offers insights to support both future research and managerial decision-making in manufacturing digital transformation.

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  • Jiang, Sheng, 2026. "Mapping the Intellectual Landscape of Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: A Bibliometric Analysis," European Journal of Engineering and Technologies, Pinnacle Academic Press, vol. 2(1), pages 22-45.
    • Handle: RePEc:dba:ejetaa:v:2:y:2026:i:1:p:22-45
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